First Time Caller | By B K Borison
Book Review | Contemporary Romance
My thoughts
Narrative and Plot
First Time Caller is told from both Aiden and Lucie’s perspectives. I listened to the audiobook, and it’s easily the best format for experiencing this story. There’s a full-fledged production behind it, including little snippets of the radio show, which makes the experience far more immersive.
The story is evenly paced, and while the third act conflict is yet another misunderstanding, it makes sense why the characters would react the way they did.
Characters and Conflicts
Aiden and Lucie are the central characters of the story. While Aiden is the more flawed one and therefore has a stronger character arc, Lucie is the reason the story begins in the first place. In that sense, you could say their arcs feel balanced.
This is a slow-burn romance. The story takes its time building up the tension and angst, which eventually pays off. However. The main reason they both believe a romance shouldn’t happen between them could have been resolved in a matter of minutes if they had communicated openly. As much as I want to criticize this, it felt realistic. People often struggle to communicate, especially in relationships.
The ensemble cast definitely had my heart. They added warmth and made the story more entertaining.
Conclusion
Overall, I enjoyed reading, or rather listening to First Time Caller. It didn’t completely sweep me off my feet or deeply move me, but it had its moments. I would recommend it to romance lovers looking for a soft slow-burn love story.
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