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Only Lovers in the Building by Nadine Gonzalez book cover. Image of an art deco building with two people standing in the windows.
July 7, 2025July 7, 2025 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

‘Only Lovers in the Building’ by Nadine Gonzalez Offers a Breezy Poolside Read — Review

Only Lovers in the Building by Nadine Gonzalez is a light-hearted beach read featuring sunny Miami vibes, vibrant Art Deco architecture, and an amusing poolside book club. Read on for our review!

Book cover for Pickleballers by Ilana Long. Two people clinking pickleball rackets together, staring each other down
July 1, 2025 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

Prepare to Have a Ball Reading ‘Pickleballers’ by Ilana Long — Review

Pickleballers by Ilana Long offers readers a fun, light-hearted glimpse into the pickleball phenomenon with an amateur rom-com entry. Read on for our review!

Benny (Benito Skinner), Carmen (Wally Baram), Holmes in OVERCOMPENSATING
May 26, 2025July 1, 2025 Alicia Gilstorf Pride 🌈, Review, TV

Overcompensating Ressurects the Horny Coming-of-Age Comedy in Our Greatest Time of Need — Season 1 Review

Overcompensating revives the raunchy campus comedy through the misadventures of freshmen Benny and Carmen. Read on for our review of this nostalgic take on early 2010s culture.

Book cover for First-Time Caller By B.K. Borison. Man sitting on top a radio listening with headphones in. Woman sitting next to him on the phone.
March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

First-Time Caller Review: This B.K. Borison Romance Will Pull on Your Heartstrings

First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison is a contemporary love story that captures the bittersweet essence of late-night phone calls and meet cutes in a city that never sleeps. Check out our review of this near-perfect romance read!

Under Loch and Key by Lana Ferguson Cover - Woman in green sweater and pink boots having her hand kissed by a man in a kilt with green boots. Castle in the background.
March 10, 2025March 10, 2025 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

‘Under Loch and Key’ Review: A Bonnie Scottish Tale of Mystery, Mess, and the Lockness Monster

Lana Ferguson's Under Loch and Key weaves a whimsical Scottish romance intertwining love, family grudges, and supernatural lore. Read on for our review!

All of You — Brett Goldstein and Imogen Poots
November 18, 2024November 18, 2024 Alicia Gilstorf Films, Review, TIFF

Brett Goldstein’s ‘All of You’ Preaches Tough Love — TIFF 2024 Review

All of You's cynical and cathartic tale of love, starring Brett Goldstein, will leave an emotional mark on audiences. Check out our review from TIFF!

The Holiday Swap by Maggie Knox
November 5, 2024 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

Delightful Twin Shenanigans Dazzle in Maggie Knox’s ‘The Holiday Swap’ — Review

The Holiday Swap's delicious tinsel-clad romance is a delicious serving of heartwarming holiday cheer and sisterly shenanigans. Check out our review!

GIRL HAUNTS BOY - Peyton List and Michael Cimino
October 20, 2024October 20, 2024 Alicia Gilstorf Films, Review

Girl Haunts Boy Review: This Spirited Rom-Com Is All Treats, No Tricks

Girl Haunts Boy is a harmless paranormal romp perfect for your next Halloween movie marathon. Read on for our review of the film!

Business or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon
August 27, 2024August 28, 2024 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

Rachel Lynn Solomon’s ‘Business or Pleasure,’ Is a Steamy Delight — Review

Business or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon is a breath of fresh air in the spicy romance genre. It features healthy relationship dynamics and swooning chemistry.

June 5, 2024June 5, 2024 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

Emily Henry’s ‘Funny Story’ is No Laughing Matter — Review

No one is laughing when it comes to Emily Henry's ability to repeatedly destroy us emotionally with her rom-coms. Funny Story is the latest in a dynasty of epic romances!

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