One of my favorite series I’ve ever read is the Kiss Quotient Series. This trilogy follows three women in different fields who fall in love with a family of men who resist the idea of a long-term relationship. This trilogy is a heartwarming, hilarious, and feel-good read that leaves Helen Hoang fans wanting more. The heartwarming nature of the series is sure to leave you feeling warm and fuzzy. Each story follows someone on the spectrum, with neurodivergent characteristics, social challenges and more. Reading each of Hellen Hoang’s books focuses on people with neurological challenges, how they overcome social obstacles, and the funny, real people who want them to succeed.
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Helen Hoang’s The Kiss Quotient Series
The Kiss Quotient
The first of Helen Hoang’s books follows Stella Lane, a math enthusiast who believes algorithms can solve all problems. As someone on the spectrum, Stella’s Asperger’s can sometimes lead her to make poor decisions when algorithms are unavailable. However, she knows the romance department is one area where she needs help, but the idea of diving into love gives her “the ick,” and she’s unsure when to start.
Insert the Vietnamese and Swedish heartthrob, Michael Phan. Stella hires Michael, a professional, to help her run through her list of “new experiences.” One thing leads to another, and their partnership turns into something that defies logic and reason… ready to read this fun rollercoaster ride?
The Bride Test
In the second installment of the Kiss Quotient series, the story follows Khai Diep, who thinks he’s broken because of his inability to feel large emotions. Everyone in his family knows that’s just a symptom of his autism, but he doesn’t believe them, so his family takes drastic measures to prove him wrong.
Khai’s mother flies to Vietnam to find him the perfect bride. Esme Tran is a young Vietnamese woman who has always felt out of place. When she moves to America, she doesn’t care if it’s to meet her inevitable husband; this is exactly what her family needs. Several unplanned circumstances appear when she tries to seduce Khai; however, over time, she thinks he might be exactly what Esme’s been looking for and finally feels like she’s right where she belongs.
Can Khai take the leap, or will he send Esme back to Vietnam?
The Heart Principle
The final novel, “The Heart Principle,” follows the famous violinist Anna Sun. After going viral and achieving the ultimate success, Anna’s life takes a turn—her career becomes more of a hindrance than a passion, her long-term boyfriend asks for an “open relationship,” and you know what she does? She says, “Okay, great!”
Even though she is livid about the suggestion of an open relationship, Anna begins to embark on her next chapter–Quan Diep—a tattoo, motorcycle-riding “bad boy” with a big heart and deep love for his family. When the one-night stand turns into a string of dates, Anna begins to think that there’s more to her life than a man who wants an open relationship; she begins to think she is worthy of success, happiness, and, most of all, love.
Even though she is livid about the suggestion of an open relationship, Anna begins to embark on her next chapter–Quan Diep—a tattoo, motorcycle-riding “bad boy” with a big heart and deep love for his family. When the one-night stand turns into a string of dates, Anna begins to think that there’s more to her life than a man who wants an open relationship; she begins to think she is worthy of success, happiness, and, most of all, love.
Final thoughts on the Kiss Quotient Series
If you’re like me, you can read Helen Hoang’s books in 10 days. The Kiss Quotient Series is a fun, quick read that leaves you breathless from laughing so hard! I highly recommend reading this series; please let me know which book was your favorite!
For another great series featuring a neurodivergent character at its center, consider Graeme Simison. If you are looking for another great author with strong female leadership, industry-bending insights and great character building, look to Taylor Jenkins Reid. If you need something light, funny, spicy and sporty, turn to the Maple Hill Series. It’s another fun series focused on college players and their relationships. If neither of these suits your interest, check out the other book reviews.
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