Busted

I received this book through Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review

I was pleasantly surprised with this book. While I don't think it adds anything unique or extraordinary to the genre, it was a fun and entertaining read. I did guess pretty much everything that would happen, but what I didn't guess did make the book more of a mystery and intriguing. This isn't just about catching cheating boyfriends.

That being said, I loved the concept of this book. I'm a huge fan of teen PIs, like Veronica Mars. Now, Marisa isn't that into the detective thing and it seems like most of her work just falls into her lap, but she does do work, she tries, branches out from just catching cheaters. Honestly, I would have loved to see more spying and case-solving, but that isn't really what the book is about.

I really liked some of the characters and felt that they worked well together. Nick, as a younger brother character, is charming and I love how they don't hate each other. He is a cutie. Although, he did have a few quirks I disliked. I really liked TJ and thought he and Marisa made an awesome pair.

So, on to the romance. It totally worked for me. There is even plausible reasons and time for the couples to come to like each other. It was delightful to read. ALL THE POINTS FOR A BOOK WITH REASONS FOR A COUPLE TO LIKE EACH OTHER! The relationships were good too. Marisa isn't jealous of Mindy and Charlie's relationship and she calls Charlie out on her behavior, and she accepts it. Marisa trusts her friends (and brother) and so healthy. I loved it. Maybe it felt awkward at times but shrug for the most part it felt pretty real to me.

One part I didn't like so much was how someone would say something and everyone would laugh like it was funny... when I didn't see how it was funny. Those are moments when I feel more confused or am pulled out of the book. Besides that, the writing is pretty well done.