BLURB:

Katerina Wilmot and Christopher Petruchio shared backyards as kids, but as adults they won’t even share the same hemisphere. That is, until Kate makes a rare visit home, and their fiery animosity rekindles into a raging inferno.

Despite their friends’ and families’ pleas for peace, Christopher is unconvinced Kate would willingly douse the flames of their enmity. But when a drunken Kate confesses she’s only been hostile because she thought he hated her, Christopher vows to make peace with Kate once and for all. Tempting as it is to be swept away by her nemesis-turned-gentleman, Kate isn’t sure she can trust his charming good-guy act.

When Christopher’s persistence and Kate’s curiosity lead to an impassioned kiss, they realize “peace” is the last thing that will ever be possible between them. As desire gives way to deeper feelings, Kate and Christopher must decide if it’s truly better to hate than to never risk their hearts—or if they already gave them away long ago.

MY THOUGHTS:

First of all, the enemies to lovers trope never fails to captivate me, and Better Hate Than Never absolutely nailed it. Moreover, I adored the fact that the book showcased a protagonist with ADHD who has a sister on the Autism Spectrum. This aspect not only adds diversity to the story but also makes it more relatable. It’s wonderful to think about how many people can now see themselves in these characters and feel represented, shedding light on ADHD and Autism. There are so many!

The enemies element was just perfect. I never got tired of Christopher and Kate’s sarcasm. Have you ever watched the show Hey Arnold? It reminded me of Helga and Arnold in a way. They couldn’t stand each other, but ultimately one of them secretly adored the other. This is exactly what it reminded me of. Honestly, I’ve added Christopher to the list of fictional men that I find attractive. If I were to find a beautiful bouquet of flower’s waiting for me at work one day, I’d happily carry them home, holding them close to my heart too.

Now, let’s delve into the title of the book because I’m intrigued by the thought process behind it. While I initially had reservations about it, I’m eager to understand the author’s choice and the rationale behind “Better Hate Than Ever.” It’s an interesting play on “better late than never,” and I’m sure the author had compelling reasons for selecting this title. However, I can’t help but wonder if there could have been an equally fitting alternative.

Perhaps “Better Hate Than Never” passionately suggests that it’s beneficial to have experienced some conflict, as it ultimately led to love. I really wish I had the chance to experience reading this book in fall, because I feel that this would be the perfect companion to cozy vibes. Despite this, I found the book incredibly enjoyable and would give it a resounding four-star rating.

Happy Reading Folks!