I just want to point out that in my eyes, Elle Kennedy can do no wrong. This author really creates a beachy romcom read while also creating real-world problems. There are real issues in her stories that her characters face and it honestly makes me love the books more for making me feel for each of the characters in that way. Gen is lovable and misunderstood in the best kind of way, so that the reader WANTS to see her happy at the end. Evan is just this adorable golden retriever of a man that everyone can't help but root for.

The redemption for both Gen and Evan is so refreshing to see. Both knew they needed to change before they could be together again and the fact that they put in the work was nice to see.

I really enjoyed this one. The second chance romance aspect of it worked really well. And the writing was very fun.

So this definitely wasn’t a favorite from Elle Kennedy. I think her off campus series is so much better. I think the biggest thing that maybe me not love this was Even. He gave me the ick. I’ve never loved second chance romances so maybe that plays a part in why I didn’t connect with this story. I still love Elle Kennedy and will continue to read her books but this one was not a hit.

This one was a little tougher for me to get through as the plot was a little slow and didn't have a ton for me to grab onto. However, Elle Kennedy's writing is always light and cute and lends for a nice, stress-free read!

I enjoyed the first book in the series but THIS BOOK was it. I loved Gen so much & Evan going above and beyond to prove to Gen that he’s a good man… MY HEART. This book, their chemistry.. I absolutely ate it up. I cant wait to read the next book in the series.

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I just couldn't get into the story unfortunately. I enjoyed the first one. But the second installment in this series just dragged on a bit and I wasn't very invested in the relationship or the chemistry between the characters

I love Elle Kennedy but I think I should just stick to reading her hockey romances… this series hasn’t been for me.

I loved that it was set in a small town and how she adds
so much details to each character and does a great job
developing them! I also really like the setting she created
of Avalon Bay.
This book has many parts where it relies a lot on the trope
miscommunication and it is one of my least favorite part
of the book. It made me very annoyed when they wouldn't
just talk to each other about their relationship.
Read this book if you like:
-second chance romance
-small town romance
-friend group
-series
Thank you to NetGalley for sending me an ARC in
exchange for an honest review!!

3/5 Stars

I have to say I think I enjoyed the first book more so in this case. I'm not sure if it was me or the book, however, I didn't really enjoy my time reading. I kept picking it up and putting it down. I found the writing disjointed, and I wasn't invested in the characters at all by the end of the book. Overall it was just okay, I think if you loved the first book, you will love this second installment

Elle Kennedy nails small-town love! After Good Girl Complex, I’m hooked. This, second-chance romance is a must-read, never wanted to be a character in a story that much until now!!! THANK YOU!

I absolutely loved and devoured this book! I love a second chance romance and this did not feel so trope-y. I also really enjoyed the fact this read a bit more mature. I couldn’t put this down!

I was a little lost in this one by Kennedy. I think this was probably a second or third from other books so I will have to try those and maybe try this one again.

"I grew up jealous of the flower beds she tended in the front yard" my heart hurt for little kid Genevieve, hurting for her the loss of her mom and the chance at a relationship with her.
I love a second chance romance, so I was looking forward to seeing where this would go.
I felt bad for the MMC and his twin brothers relationship in this one, it was much different than the first one. I found myself hoping that they grew closer, mending their relationship.
Evans a little trouble maker, too.
I found myself not being quite as interested in what would happen in this one as I was with the first one.
I dont like that it used the word "hella", that just seems like not professional writing, but thats more of a me thing.
I did like how Evan wanted to do community work to better himself, not exactly the fact that it was bettering for someone else and not for himself but you know, he's trying.
I didn't understand what it was that kept the two from being together for so long.
But also didnt understand why the two brothers were so rude to each other, I didn't feel like they were like that in the first book.
I didn't even know about 3 stars at some point. Could've been a much better book.

Thank you to #netgalley for the opportunity to review Elle Kennedy's "Bad Girl Reputation."

The second in the Avalon Bay series, "Bad Girl Reputation" sees Genevieve West return to town. Despite changes she’s made in her life, her bad girl high school reputation greets her upon her arrival. Also waiting for her? Her ex, Evan Hartley. Can Genevieve outrun her past? Should she?

This series is great to dive into for a light, summer read.

I loved ! This was a really cute sequel to the second one, and I loved getting to know more of the MMC.
Both characters were complex and working through their issues and in the end were able to lean on each other for growth, healing , and a way forward.
This series is super cute fun summer reads and I cant wait for more from this author!

Why did this remind me of a very sexual
Nicholas Sparks book?! Between the
local boy, bad cop & beach town. I was expecting some crazy ex to show up at some point and burn a building down.

Honestly Elle Kennedy's writing is so bingeable! I loved the first book in this series & it was fun to be back in Avalon Bay, but I didn't connect as well with these characters. I still really enjoyed this though. The character's are written so well, it’s hard not to get caught up in it all. The audio for the first one was phenomenal, but this one didn't hit the same note!

I've heard book three is the best out of the series! I can't wait to continue the series!

Unfortunately I did not finish this book. I read the first of the series and started this one. I am not a huge fan of high school romances.

Thank you Netgalley for the arc

I enjoyed this story, and series, a lot. This book was full of angst and Genevieve and Evan’s chemistry is explosive. I highly recommend it.

So good! I was so excited to get a copy of this sequel by Elle Kennedy. I thought it was just as good as the first one :)