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**Mixed Feelings About "Low"**

As I began reading "Low", a romance novel about a woman facing sexism at work in the video game industry, I couldn't help but feel a sense of trepidation. The genre is often categorized as romance, and while that's what the book promises, it hasn't quite lived up to my expectations so far.

I've only read up to page 128, but I did enjoy one moment where the main character stood up for herself, which I found to be a great display of character growth. However, other than that, I'm feeling somewhat bored. The workplace issues feel like a side plot rather than a main plot, and it's currently the main focus of the story without much else happening. I've been tempted to look up reviews on Goodreads to see how others have reacted to the book, but I've decided to refrain from doing so in order to form my own opinions.

I do want to note that I read reviews before reading a book normally, and I try to avoid them if possible because I like to make my own judgments. If people start talking about how much they dislike certain characters or plot points, it can sway my opinion of the book in unwanted ways. However, in this case, I'm willing to give "Low" a chance despite its initial underwhelming experience.

As I continued reading up to page 183, I found myself feeling more and more tempted to DNF (Do Not Finish) the book. The lack of romance has been frustrating, especially since it's marketed as such. While I appreciate the themes of sexism in the workforce and care deeply about the issues presented, they haven't been enough to keep me engaged in this particular story.

However, my resolve was tested when I reached page 264, where a tiny snippet of romance finally appeared. I must admit that I was excited to see some development in this aspect, but unfortunately, it was short-lived and ended with the romantic moment being ruined by an unexpected twist. I felt frustrated at this point, knowing that conflicts are inevitable in any story, but it's generally true that romances need more than just a brief appearance before things go wrong again.

**Ratings and Verdict**

In the end, I'm torn between giving "Low" 2.5 or 3 stars. The overall rating on Goodreads is 3.15 stars, which seems pretty accurate to me. While I think some people might read this book for its portrayal of sexism in the video game industry and how a protagonist overcomes it, that's not my experience. For most readers, the romance is likely what will draw them in, but the lack of development has left me feeling underwhelmed.

I do feel that the marketing for "Low" has done it a disservice, as it promises a certain type of story (enemies-to-lovers romance) when it doesn't deliver on that promise. As a result, I think some readers might find this book disappointing, which is why I'm leaning towards giving it 2.5 stars instead of 3.

In conclusion, while "Low" has its moments and tackles important themes, it hasn't quite come together for me as a reader. The lack of romance and engagement with the main plot have left me feeling like there's nothing really bad about the book, but it's just not that exciting of a story to read.