Losing It by Christine D’Abo
Review by Lauren
source: copy from Netgalley; all opinions are my own
Official Summary (add to Goodreads): Finn Miller doesn’t do social. He works his IT job from home as often as he can to avoid people. If it weren’t for his weekly training sessions at Ringside Gym, he might never leave his apartment. And he only does that because of Leo, the gym member he’s in love with. When Finn gets talked into attending a speed dating fundraiser at the gym, his greatest wish is to have the courage to try to say something—anything—to Leo.
Justin McCormick has spent most of his adult life being used, whether playing a corporate heavy, or acting as guard dog for his ward. So when he leaves Vancouver for a fresh start in Toronto, he doesn’t quite know what to do with himself.
The moment Justin sees Finn at a speed dating event, he knows there’s no way he’ll make it without a little help, so he offers to coach Finn on the art of conversation. What he doesn’t count on is his unexpected attraction to this shy boxer, or his fear that if Finn gets his way, Justin might lose out on his best chance at love.
Review: This is the fourth book in the Ringside Romance series. They aren’t necessary to read in order, but I do suggest it since the previous couples are always secondary characters; plus, readers are first introduced to Justin McCormick in the second book, Faking It.
I loved how Finn and Justin seem to be complete opposites at first, but as the book continues, it’s obvious to see that they have a lot more in common than first meets the eye. Finn has trouble speaking with people, unless he’s comfortable with them and/or not trying to impress them. Justin has made sure he can talk to anyone, but he’s never really letting people see him.
While terribly emotional, this book still packed a bit of a bunch. I was definitely internally yelling at Finn for a bit though, as he’s a bit stuck on his current crush – who is a jerk – with Justin right there, willing to get closer. Granted, Justin isn’t that great with actual relationships either, so the two eventually get to know each other well enough to move forward from friends to more.
I do recommend this book, and the series as a whole! I’d be curious to see if there is another Ringside Romance in the works!
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My Styled Book Reviews are where I share fashion/accessories, etc. inspired by the book, a character, or even the cover. For Losing It, I’m going with athleisure – the style of athletic fashion – because the book takes place largely in the gym, and Finn uses boxing as an outlet.
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Finn and Justin sound really cute together. I’m always a fan of stories where people think they’re so different from one another only to learn as they go along that they have more in common than they realize. Great review!
I like to read a series in order, but I appreciate when I don’t HAVE to.
Sometimes I catch a series midway through and then have to go back and read the whole thing. Im a sucker for series. This one sounds cute.
I cant tell you how many times I have gotten a book from Netgalley only to realize it was half way through a series. I do like when a series brings in characters from past books, it makes it feel more like a series that way. Like you are more invested. I hadn’t heard of this series before.
Oh gosh, I’m always doing that – getting a review book that’s not the first in a series!
I don’t think I’ve heard the term athleisure. Makes sense, though!
I like this series and this sounds fun!
Karen @ For What It’s Worth
Those opposite do attract now don’t they. Now I have to go find the whole series and start reading.
This sounds exactly like my type of story! I am so much like Finn, would totally need a ton of help at getting my guy. 🙂 Great review!
Sounds like an interesting series, and I like that tank top 🙂
I love the idea of pairing books + style, and this is such a great pairing. That sounds like a fun read, although I hate it when a character’s choices frustrate me like that! And they never respond when I shout at them, ha! 🙂
I love this! What a creative thing to do!
Great review for this Lauren!
I will have to get this series. I love a good love story. I have got to start reading more for pleasure these days
I haven’t heard of this one!
Love the idea for “Styled Reviews”!
That sounds good. I like emotional books, because everyone needs a good cry once in a while.
I love the idea of a styled book review with a outfit pairing!
Ahh, I am a total cryer. I’d be needing some tissue for this book!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Oh my gosh, that tank top is perfect. I need that in my life!
I love a book series of this nature!
As an ex-cheerleader, I’ve always found it hard to be fashionable during training. XD Most of my leggings come from cheap bazaars, so they’re all plain black, and I’ve been wanting ones with designs for ageeees. The Nike ones are so pretty! <3
Great review. Poor Justin having to wait around for Finn to get over his crush. I don’t know if I would read it anytime soon, I have to work my self up to read these emotional books.
This sounds like a good read. I think that the characters sound great and it sounds like it was nice to see them come togehter. I liked the style that you picked for this book.
Ugh I just started a book last night that was book 3 in the series, and I was totally lost! Hate when I do that.
So glad to see you enjoyed this one! I read the one prior to this and enjoyed it. I’m hoping to fit this one in soon.
Great review.
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