The Kiss Quotient

by Helen Hoang
The Kiss Quotient cover
Good Books rating 4.33
Romance
Technical:
  • ID: 1733
  • Added: 2025-10-08
  • Updated: 2025-10-08
  • ISBN: 9780451490810
  • Publisher: Penguin
  • Published: 2018-06-05
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3
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Stella Lane, a successful but socially inept woman with Asperger's, decides to hire an escort, Michael Phan, to help her navigate the complexities of dating and intimacy. As they work through her lesson plan, Stella begins to appreciate Michael's kisses and the emotions he evokes in her. Their professional arrangement starts to blur into something more personal, challenging Stella's belief that love can be quantified by logic. The novel explores themes of love, acceptance, and the unpredictability of human emotions, all wrapped in a heartwarming and sensual narrative. Helen Hoang's debut novel has been praised for its originality and sensitivity, offering a unique perspective on romance and relationships. The story is not just about Stella's journey but also about Michael's struggles and growth, making it a compelling read that resonates with readers on multiple levels.

Reviews
Neuroclastic · 2020-09-15
enjoyable 3.50

They found the main character's nerdy and data-driven approach endearing, but felt the story could have delved deeper into certain aspects.

The reviewer appreciated the nerdy and data-driven approach of the main character, finding it endearing and unique. However, they felt that the story could have benefited from a deeper exploration of certain themes and relationships. While they enjoyed the overall narrative, they believed that some elements were left underdeveloped, which slightly diminished the impact of the story. They still found the book to be an enjoyable read, with a charming protagonist and a refreshing perspective.

Quick quotes

    The Kiss Quotient is a little nerdy.

    The main character is an econometrician who's favorite activity is crunching data.

    Aside from that, it's pure romance.

Smart Bitches Trashy Books · 2018-06-07
delightful 5.00

They loved this book, feeling like a champagne bubble—fizzy and light. Each page brought a bigger smile and a sense of joy.

This reviewer absolutely adored the book, comparing the reading experience to feeling like a champagne bubble—fizzy, light, and utterly delightful. They found themselves smiling more with each page, appreciating the joy and warmth that the story brought. The reviewer highlighted the engaging characters and the heartwarming narrative as key elements that made the book so enjoyable. They felt that the book's ability to evoke such positive emotions was a testament to its quality and charm.

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    I truly loved this book.

    It made me feel like a champagne bubble – all fizzy and light.

    Each page brought about a bigger smile and my heart felt so full.

Goodreads · 2018-06-05
heartwarming 4.50

This heartwarming debut novel is refreshing and proves that love cannot be predicted by data. They appreciate the unique perspective and emotional depth of the story.

This reviewer found the book to be a delightful and heartwarming debut. They were particularly drawn to the refreshing take on love and relationships, highlighting that the protagonist's unique perspective adds a layer of depth that is often missing in romance novels. The story's ability to blend humor and emotion resonated with them, making it a standout read. They believe it challenges conventional notions of love and offers a fresh, engaging narrative.

Quick quotes

    A heartwarming and refreshing debut novel that proves one thing: there's not enough data in the world to predict what will make your heart tick.

    This book is a delightful and heartwarming debut.

    The story's ability to blend humor and emotion resonated with them, making it a standout read.

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