I really enjoyed this book! I knew in my heart it would be a Rom-Com and brighten my day. What I wasn’t expecting is that this book was a surprising enemy to lovers’ trope with your body and loving your body. If you have to fall in love with little parts and bits of yourself (pinky, ankle, earlobe, etc.) to end up loving yourself as a whole- it is worth the journey. I loved the positive messaging, gentle reminders and nurturing Katherine Center shared with me.
Falling in love is never easy or a straight route, but in
the end it’s everything. I adored The Love Haters! I loved the culture
of appreciation Katie, and her best friend instigated, and the body positivity
Katie had to practice. It sounds like something simple, but it can be so hard
yet doable! The story and the characters are quirky and sweet. I found myself
laughing and humming happily while reading from start to finish. I wanted to
hang out with the characters, go shopping at Vitamin C, rally and cheer them on
although, I would def pass on being in a thunderstorm with Hutch’s dog. Also-
everything I’ve wondered about the downside of a houseboat- totally confirmed.
Hard pass on those romantic notions Sleepless in Seattle instilled in us
watching that romantic movie. The Love Haters was a wonderful love story
on multiple levels, and I truly enjoyed the escape (sorry Ms. Center I know in
the author’s note you said it wasn’t an escape but this time it was for me) it
allowed me. I will definitely re-read this book in the future, especially when
I need a boost and motivation that love is more than just romantic love and you
must start by loving yourself…. And surrounding yourself with a kaleidoscope of
colors. I hope you love it too!
