The Hating Game: A Novel

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Common Sense is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of all kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century. Directed by Peter Hutchings, the movie is a heartwarming story of love that fans of the romance-drama genre must not miss out on. Curious to learn more about it? We have got you covered. And now, Josh, you’re telling me you didn’t get a proper date when you could have denied the sex and maybe, I don’t know, asked for a date instead, Or Something???????? Did I miss something??

Also if you noticed, Lucy is ableist as well. She constantly uses the words "psycho" "mental" "crazy", etc. And in this passage she compares "scary-looking woman" with the fortune teller, so that clearly depicts how Lucy sees them. And then she uses ableist terms. What's new about these white romance novels tbh. I truly expected something else when I started this book, not all of these problematic quotes and words. I did expect it to be this white because there is not one POC in this book which it's weird because the worls IS NOT WHITE, PEOPLE. THE WORLD IS DIVERSE, IT HAS PEOPLE FROM DIFFERENT CULTURES. But white people like to think they are the only ones in the world to be honest. So in Lucy's work place there are only white people. They even describe the white skin of one of the coworkers like he has "silver-blond skin." That's such a weird term and it just shows me the heights people want to go to describe white people. Ok. He tugs me to sit, then goes to the end of the bed. He opens his wardrobe door, and I see all of the shirts hanging in color sequence. I love him so much it's like a thread piercing me. Punching holes. Dragging through. Stitching love into me. I'll never be able to untangle myself from this feeling. The color of love is surely this robin's-egg blue.”

Mommy and Daddy love you very much, kids,” Joshua says quietly so only I can hear him. To the casual onlooker he is politely chatting. A few meerkat heads have popped up over cubicle walls. It seems we’re the stuff of legend. “Sometimes we get excited and argue. But don’t be scared. Even when we’re arguing, it’s not your fault.”

I should mention that the ultimate aim of all our games is to make the other smile, or cry. It’s something like that. I’ll know when I win.” Joshua Templeman.Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman hate each other. Not dislike. Not begrudgingly tolerate. Hate. And they have no problem displaying their feelings through a series of ritualistic passive aggressive maneuvers as they sit across from each other, executive assistants to co-CEOs of a publishing company. Lucy can’t understand Joshua’s joyless, uptight, meticulous approach to his job. Joshua is clearly baffled by Lucy’s overly bright clothes, quirkiness, and Pollyanna attitude.Lucy’s life is driven by her professional ambitions, and all she truly desires is to climb through the ranks and become successful at a young age. However, she is cautious that her dreams do not make her comprise her ethics, which makes her highly competitive. So, when she crosses paths with Joshua, her efficient nemesis, a ruthless game of one-upmanship between the two, unfolds. While Lucy is initially very clear about her goals, she soon develops feelings for her colleague. Going into this, I wasn't expecting much other than a cute, love story. But the story has become absolutely ingrained in me, heart and soul. I got what I wanted and much more. Don't judge someone based on an inaccurate first impression; learn to communicate in a healthy way with a romantic partner; don't let others undermine your self-confidence; be open about your relationship needs. Even those who seem to have it all together need reassurance and support.