Blog Tour Stop: Chloe Liese's BETTER HATE THAN NEVER.

Hi and welcome to my blog tour stop for Chloe Liese's Better Hate Than Never! If you're interested in a Taming of the Shrew retelling with fire and heart, you should check this one out. 

​A big thanks to the publisher & Netgalley for complimentary ARC. All opinions provided are my own.

​Summary. 

Childhood enemies discover the fine line between love and loathing in this heartfelt reimagining of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew.

Katerina Wilmot and Christopher Petruchio shared backyards as kids, but as adults they won’t even share the same hemisphere. That is, until Kate makes a rare visit home, and their fiery animosity rekindles into a raging inferno.

Despite their friends’ and families' pleas for peace, Christopher is unconvinced Kate would willingly douse the flames of their enmity. But when a drunken Kate confesses she’s only been hostile because she thought he hated her, Christopher vows to make peace with Kate once and for all. Tempting as it is to be swept away by her nemesis-turned-gentleman, Kate isn’t sure she can trust his charming good-guy act.

When Christopher’s persistence and Kate’s curiosity lead to an impassioned kiss, they realize “peace” is the last thing that will ever be possible between them. As desire gives way to deeper feelings, Kate and Christopher must decide if it’s truly better to hate than to never risk their hearts—or if they already gave them away long ago.

[ID: Jess’s white hand holds the ebook in front of various plants in a Biltmore greenhouse. A brick path runs through the middle of the image.]

​My review. 

One of my fave things about Chloe Liese’s writing is how bold it is about being soft. Better Hate Than Never comes in blazing hot with its Taming of the Shrew dislike to enemies vibes but what really takes it to the next level for me is the moments of care from primary & secondary characters alike.

Kate Wilmot & Christopher Petruchio have been longtime enemies. Christopher has also been a longtime addition to their family gatherings, especially when Kate is traveling the world as a photojournalist.

But Kate has returned home—keeping the reasons to herself—& she & Christopher find themselves in each other’s orbit again & Christopher with a request from Kate’s dad that he try to make an effort with Kate.

I have so much adoration for a hero who tries to be strong but also has to admit that he has had feelings for the heroine for *a very long time.* Also a hero who makes homemade pasta .

Kate & Christopher belong together & it’s such a sweet relief when they are there for each other emotionally: like when she gives him a massage & he comforts her when she cries.

There’s a great sense of emotion with this book—it’s really clear why he’s fought his feelings for so long—& overall just a sense of love & respect from all of the characters.

This is my third Chloe Liese book & I’m becoming a big fan. Sooo much heart & it feels like not only could you read these & love the romance but also maybe become more empathetic too.

4.5⭐️. Out now!

CWs: Loss of Christopher's family in car crash. Reference to violent and disturbing world events. 

​​About the author.  

Chloe Liese writes romances reflecting her belief that everyone deserves a love story. Her stories pack a punch of heat, heart, and humor, and often feature characters who are neurodivergent like herself. When not dreaming up her next book, Chloe spends her time wandering in nature, playing soccer, and most happily at home with her family and mischievous cats. Learn more at: chloeliese.com.

Have you read any other Shakespeare romance retellings? Do you have a fave Chloe Liese book you'd recommend? Let me know and thanks for stopping by!

Happy reading!