As it was now, they both came off as quite immature and we never got to know much more about Art than that PK was in love with him. I would have loved to see him through Art’s eyes too, to better understand both PK and Art and their relationship. The story is told entirely in first person POV through PK’s perspective, which I enjoyed for most parts, but at times it got a little too much with all his inner ramblings, anxiety and complete lack of communication skills. PK as a main character reminded me a lot of Bridget Jones in his awkwardness, his struggles with adulthood, insecurity and potential to screw everything up. I really enjoy Kris Ripper’s quirky humor and there were a lot of absolutely hilarious situations in this book. Which of course does NOT go the way PK plans… But, instead of just telling Art how he feels, PK decides to make the ultimate epic romantic gesture and write a book about his feelings. So when Art shows up on PK’s doorstep heartbroken and dripping wet PK thinks it might finally be the opportunity he’s been waiting for. PK has been in love with his best friend Art since they were in college, but he’s never had the courage to say so. I loved the premise of this book and the quite unique take to create a story about someone writing a story and how the two parts were joined together.
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