Saturday, October 18, 2025

 Bad Words, by Rioghnach Robinson


Bad Words, Some are actually good words, very good words because I had to look them up.

I actually don't read too many reviews - of anything, unless I'm trying to pick one product over another that has many of the same features. I never read book reviews, so this was an interesting foray into the world of publishing and book reviews.

I really enjoyed how the two main characters met fairly quickly and started the chemistry ball rolling - with lots of friction and, of course, a few misunderstandings that gently melt away, and then more misunderstandings - typical romance book.

I have been seeing more of this structure - that each chapter is dedicated to the point of view from one person, and then the next is from another character. That, and also succinct chapters that don't blabber on and on for 15 pages.

Now, with almost every book I read, I can envision a movie or a TV show if the storyline is interesting and fresh, and the characters actually have character and depth.

It's easy to do now when there are so many limited series that are 8 - 12 episodes. An entire season can encompass the book - unless of course they're 800-to-1000-page books, or a book series.

I read that Rioghnach Robinson is mainly a YA author, and this is her first foray into the adult genre. I'd say she's off to a good start!

If you like witty banter, an interesting storyline, and main characters that you can sympathize with both of them at different times throughout the story - then add Bad Words to your reading list.

Disclaimer: I won this book from a Goodreads Giveaway with the purpose of reading and reviewing.