The enthusiasm and feelings are just rolling off me on finishing this book. It has given me such ‘smushy’ feelings at various junctures through the book and I am all toothy smiles and vacant stares now. THE KISS QUOTIENT is one of those truly memorable romances that are both real and perfect.

You’d have to be under a rock to not already have heard of this book and whilst I’ve heard lots of buzz from friends and my feed, I haven’t read one review. Therefore, knowing very little about the content, these characters were an immediate sneak attack of grabby hands to my brain. I felt complete absorption over Stella’s situation and plan to improve her social skills and sexual abilities with the aim to become girlfriend material. Stella knew herself through and through and the Stella I got to know was just total, lovable quirkiness.

Michael conjured all sorts of visuals in my head, each one rather delectable because that’s exactly what Michael is. I enjoyed the slow unpeeling of his character, meeting his family and getting to see the stand-up guy that he was. Michael with Stella was perfection, he saw, he understood, he valued...and I swooned, again and again.

The chemistry was mighty fine and each scene so wonderfully written. I lived in their moments and enjoyed being a fly on the wall.

Helen Hoang has invaded my world and I’m not letting her go. She wrote beautifully, from the heart with a tangibility that is unusual. I cannot wait to devour more from her and I’ve already planned a re-read for this book on my summer vacation.

I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.

Reviewed for Jo&IsaLoveBooks Blog.

Loved this book!

Stella has aspergers. She struggles to connect with people, so what hope does she have of finding herself a boyfriend like her mum wants her to?

After a chance comment from a colleague, she sets up a date with a male escort, Michael. The plan is that he will teach her about relationships so she is ready to meet someone for real. Only problem is that she starts to fall for him and he has his own issues to deal with. A great range of characters, and I liked that the central character of Stella was a well educated woman who was looking for love, not a rich husband to support her.

Well written and keeps you hooked - I read the book all in one go as I couldn't put it down. Really looking forward to reading more from this author.