It's Review Sunday! And today we’ll talk about “Theoretically in Love” by Lisa McKendrick, a delightful romantic comedy brimming with sparkling banter and swoony kisses. This book will have you laughing and wholeheartedly rooting for Tom and Bree on their journey of discovery as they explore whether love follows its own whimsical calendar, filling your heart with joy and leaving you eagerly turning the pages for more.
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“Theoretically in Love” by Lisa McKendrick
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tropes: first love, swoony romance, opposites attract, love at first sight, orphaned poor prodigy MMC and rich scientist MFC, small town romance.
Genres: Contemporary romance, clean romance, sweet romantic comedy
WARNINGS!
There are no major warnings applicable! Just a few kisses, and clean romance (there are no closed door scenes). But there are mentions of foster care, different social statuses and the use of 3 words indicated in the notes below.
Notes:
This is book #3 of the series Flirting in Florida: Flipping in Love (Book 1) and Plump Crazy in Love (Book 2) that you can purchase on Kindle. Theoretically in Love releases on July 11th, 2023.
The word “crap” is mentioned twice throughout the book, once in chapter 11 and once in chapter 15. And the phrase “Holy Cow” is used once in chapter 16.***
*** Remember that as part of my compromise in my reviews is to always mention if there is an use of certain words (Check my “What’s included in my reviews” article)***
Summary
As a social scientist, Bree is convinced that much like a trip to the dentist, love can be scheduled. She dismisses the notion of serendipity and soulmates, attributing love to the whims of the hypothalamus. She will pencil in love when she has time for it. Her precise life is going exactly to plan, until a chance encounter with her long-lost summer crush, Tom Harper.
The chemistry between them is still as magnetic as the night they danced under the stars at Camp PAL, swaying and moving together until their lips collided, and moments later, Tom was hauled back to Camp Third Strike, a camp for wayward boys. But he was just a foster kid with nowhere else to go for the summer.
Tom is all wrong for Bree who grew up in Bel Air, or at least that’s what she tells herself as she melts watching a dimple in his cheek appear as he smiles. Can love be reduced to a formula, or is it less predictable? Is Bree just letting her norepinephrine levels surge or is there something more to this connection she feels with Tom?
Review
"Theoretically in Love" by Lisa McKendrick is a captivating romantic comedy that will have you hooked from the first page as it delves into the deeper questions about the nature of love and whether it can truly be reduced to an algorithm. Lisa beautifully explores the unpredictable and enchanting aspects of love, reminding us that sometimes the best things in life can't be scheduled or neatly planned.
Our story is about Bree Kerplowski, the intelligent and pragmatic social scientist, whose well-ordered life takes an unexpected turn when she reunites with her long-lost summer crush and prodigy dancer, Tom Harper. From the moment they meet again, their chemistry ignites just like their incomparable night back at Camp PAL (Peer Advanced Leadership). Despite their undeniable connection Bree insists that Tom doesn't fit into her perfectly planned life. But as she catches glimpses of his dimpled smile and feels her heart melt, Bree begins to question her own theories about love.
The witty banter between Bree and Tom is both hilarious and heartwarming, drawing you deeper into their story. You'll find yourself cheering for them as they navigate the unpredictable path of love, filled with swoony kisses and heart-fluttering moments. And if you liked the movie LaLaLand then you’ll absolutely love Tom! He is a hopeless romantic that will make you fall in love with him through his cheerful cinnamon bun personality, his passionate dancing and his loving affection for Bree.
My favorite lines:
“You turn my Swiss cheese to cheddar…” - Tom
“You make me forget who I am, where I am”- Bree
“Are you saying that I knock you out?” -Tom
“Let your body do the thinking. Let it feel the music, even when there isn’t any” - Tom
Since Bree is a scientist the book has a few words that you might have to look up 😅And I personally wish that the beginning would have been a little bit more fast paced and for the charming and graceful Adele to be present in one of the most important moments for Bree and Tom. But I liked her development, her support and the role she played in their story.
All in all, grab a cup of Joe, snuggle up, and lose yourself in the pages of this novel that will make you laugh, sigh, and maybe even shed a tear or two. Prepare to be swept away on a journey that will leave you believing in the magic of love, and eagerly awaiting your own serendipitous encounters.
About the Author
Lisa McKendrick loves a good romantic comedy, and one of her favorites is Pride and Prejudice. She also likes to hunt for cool art at estate sales, and overcook chicken. Lisa loves hearing from her readers, and you can find her on:
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