Queen B’s Decree: I do love some witty banter. Hate Mail features the pen pal letters between Naomi and Luca since they were in the fifth grade, and man, they have some creative insults for each other.
The story alternates between current day Naomi and her historical letters with Luca. After a “return to sender” letter comes back a few years ago, Luca writes to Naomi at her TV station—where he basically challenges her to find him (no return address, of course).
The hijinks that follows is kind of ridiculous, yet humorous. I still can’t believe the lengths Naomi goes to find Luca. The storyline is a little predictable, but I still enjoyed seeing their relationship grow through letters (and in person!). Be warned there is a minor third act break-up, but the resolution is quick!
Overall, Hate Mail was a funny, lighthearted, and cute romance.
Book: Hate Mail by Donna Marchetti
Series: standalone
Genre: RomCom
Hotness: mild salsa
Plot Devices/Tropes: enemies-to-lovers