Sweet like Poison

By Julia Wolf

Trope: College Romance, Coming-of-Age Romance

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Not your average Characters

The story of Lachlan and Elena is different than others. Not an normal love story. They couldn’t be more different but share the same circle of friends. Their opinion for the other one isn’t always the best. But suddenly they get closer, the attraction undeniable and they give in. But to prevent hurt and false promises the make a pact and promises.  And than things get out of hand, and additionally comes something from the past. And promises were broken. And not just promises.

Two charaters who both struggle with issues. Elena is formed by her past. A mother with psysical problems triggered by some sort of physical ones, and a ex-boyfriend who treated her bad. Pressure, bad experiences made her the way she is and behaves. She comes through as independent, cold and careless but as true it is sometimes, there is a lot of show and self-defense for her feelings. Lachlan doesn’t want to get attached. To anyone. He cares for his friends and roommates but because his future is laid out he stays for himself. He doesn’t open up and has his own little secrets. But as much as he trys to feel nothing, he fails. And he cares.

I liked Elena the more I learned about her and her past. I understood her and felt for her. She became the way because of her past. Lachlan is a good guy, with good intentions. I get that. But his way to handle things wasn’t the best.

This book contains some heavy themes, but they don’t get too  much into detail. They lead to get to know the characters and their thoughts and feelings. You learn how important it is to talk to others about your problems. With friends, your partner, family or if necessary even a therapist.

I liked how Elena handled the class New Ventures. You know what I mean when you read it. Thanks.