When Gracie Met the Grump

Extreme Slow Burn/Superheroes/Medium Suspense

Updated Review:
This book prioritizes character development over plot, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. If you're reading this strictly for the superhero plot you'll probably be disappointed. What you're getting is the story of two people coming to terms with fate, family ties, and their ability to make their own choices. One of them happens to be a superhero (and an absolute grump, the title is accurate).

It's slow and the pacing is a little odd. The bulk of the action happens in the middle and there's not really a big climax at the end. The bulk of the book is spent in three different settings. It's not going to be for everyone.

I enjoyed it, enough to reread it. I love that Mariana Zapata dipped her toes into a different genre.

Previous Review:
Definitely a departure in genre from her other books but everything that makes them great exists in this one. Extreme slow burn romance and lots of little significant moments building up to love. Due to the setting and plot there's a heavier focus on the relationships and conversations.
The sci-fi aspect felt organic and shouldn't be off-putting to fans who don't normally read sci-fi.