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The Assignment

Penelope Ward

Start date: February 28, 2022

Finish date: March 3, 2022

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Mar 02, 2022 Anne OK rated it it was ok · review of another edition

Shelves: 2022-reads

2.5 Stars

I know I’m in the minority on my opinion – but here goes anyway. For me, Ward’s latest book can be labeled as a disappointing and underwhelming read. I thought the story felt contrived and forced. Even though the author worked hard at the comical relief, that seemed a bit sophomoric at the expense of the story, too.

While the premise originally drew my attention and the book started out okay, it soon lost its momentum as the story progressed. I liked Troy's grandpa and the antics that ...more

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Mar 02, 2022 Diane (Books and Tequila Blog) rated it really liked it

Shelves: awesome-kiddos, banter, sheila-s, sweet, swoony, 4-stars, twist, enemies-to-lovers, angsty

The Assignment is a cute, fun and entertaining read with a few surprising twists thrown in to keep things interesting :)

“You’re not perfect, Serrano. Not by a longshot. Neither am I. But I think we’re perfect for each other.”

Another enjoyable book by this author and well worth the read!
-4 Stars-

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Mar 05, 2022 Tonya rated it it was amazing

This is another fantastic stand alone by Penelope Ward.
This is a second chance, hate to love story.
In highschool, Aspyn absolutely hated Troy. I did like how she got back at him with the donuts. That had me laughing.
But when they run into each other over a decade later, have things changed?
Troy was a jerk back then, he openly admits it. But has he truly changed? Can he change?
Both characters had some learning and growing to do.
I was worried while Troy was figuring things out.
And Kiki was awes ...more

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