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3.85 AVERAGE
3.85 AVERAGE
What I thought: This book wasn't what I was expecting - it's definitely not just a new re-telling of the Cinderella story. It does have some of the key elements, but really, that's where the similarities for me ended. Kloester is a really fantastic writer, but the story just never really grabbed my attention enough. Angel felt too forced, and the whole situation was too unrealistic for my tastes - I had a really hard time trying to wrap my imagination around it all. I mean, all the characters were well written, but I just didn't connect with any of them. Except Nick of course, because well, he's a male character.
"You really are an angel" he said, putting her down...
Some of the lines were cheesy, but still, my heart sort of jumped when Nick spoke. So if you love a good male lead, and you love fairy-tale style re-tellings then this is the book for you!
The Good: Nick was my favourite character - I couldn't help but love him.
The Bad: The story dragged on for me and didn't grab my attention unfortunately.
Rating: 3 bookstacks
"You really are an angel" he said, putting her down...
Some of the lines were cheesy, but still, my heart sort of jumped when Nick spoke. So if you love a good male lead, and you love fairy-tale style re-tellings then this is the book for you!
The Good: Nick was my favourite character - I couldn't help but love him.
The Bad: The story dragged on for me and didn't grab my attention unfortunately.
Rating: 3 bookstacks
In the beginning, we start reading about Angel and Lily and the relationship between each other. During the beginning we also learn about their life and background. It started off slow, it took me a few chapters to fully get immersed into the story but once I did I enjoyed it immensely.
At first, I had been slightly confused because I forgot who the protagonist was when I started reading because it sort of read as omniscient third person but only a little later did I remember that Angel was the main character. Once I figured that out it was easier to read. I liked it better when Lily and Angel went their separate ways because I could read easier because I didn't get as confused between who was who in the story. I enjoyed the rest of the story once I got into the groove of reading but I think it could have been a bit quicker to get to the incited event.
After a few chapters I really got immersed into the story, I like where the author takes Angel and how all the events all coincide. It definitely is interesting to see such a high lifestyle and I loved seeing Paris. As someone from the middle class, I don't know what a high class life is like with the exception of watching TV shows or movies. I'm also not the type of person to care about fashion, brand names escape me, but I definitely can appreciate the artistic nature of creating a design and bringing it to life. As I read, I can't say that I didn't see the end coming because I did. I guessed it about half way through but I still liked it and how the author executed it.
I liked all the characters, they felt fairly real to me, except the bad women because they didn't feel as complex as I'd like. I would have liked to see a little behind why they acted the way they did but it's not a huge issue for me but would have made them more real for me. I didn't have a problem with the other characters but sort of wished there had been a little more growth or development among the higher class kids.
I feel that the writing is smooth and the pace for the rest of the book read easily to me. I enjoyed the squeamish situations the character got into but I wish it had been more brutal. I know that sounds bad, but I feel like things were a little too easy for her. Things just fell together or happened at just the right moment at crucial times in the story. Not a huge issue but I think if the stakes were raised a little I was have enjoyed the story more.
I did have a little qualm with the American accent, perhaps it's different in other parts of the world but when the characters, who are supposedly American, say they'll "ring" someone on the phone. I would say, as a Midwestern American, "call" someone if I were to phone someone. That read as a more European way of phoning someone which I thought it was odd since the characters are from New York. I don't know many people from New York so this may be completely valid but it's an extremely minor detail but it did confuse me for a moment.
Overall, this is a wonderful "feel-good" story that any person with an artistic dream can relate to and enjoy. It has all the makings of a nice contemporary romance but I like how the romance wasn't the sole focus of the story. I love how the character got her "Cinderlla moment" by her own hard work and not by some magical help. I would have liked to see more friendships develop but it's still a book I would recommend to all readers who like a fresh "Cinderella" underdog story.
3.6 out of 5 rating for me!
(A copy was provided for an honest review. I was not compensated in any other way.)
At first, I had been slightly confused because I forgot who the protagonist was when I started reading because it sort of read as omniscient third person but only a little later did I remember that Angel was the main character. Once I figured that out it was easier to read. I liked it better when Lily and Angel went their separate ways because I could read easier because I didn't get as confused between who was who in the story. I enjoyed the rest of the story once I got into the groove of reading but I think it could have been a bit quicker to get to the incited event.
After a few chapters I really got immersed into the story, I like where the author takes Angel and how all the events all coincide. It definitely is interesting to see such a high lifestyle and I loved seeing Paris. As someone from the middle class, I don't know what a high class life is like with the exception of watching TV shows or movies. I'm also not the type of person to care about fashion, brand names escape me, but I definitely can appreciate the artistic nature of creating a design and bringing it to life. As I read, I can't say that I didn't see the end coming because I did. I guessed it about half way through but I still liked it and how the author executed it.
I liked all the characters, they felt fairly real to me, except the bad women because they didn't feel as complex as I'd like. I would have liked to see a little behind why they acted the way they did but it's not a huge issue for me but would have made them more real for me. I didn't have a problem with the other characters but sort of wished there had been a little more growth or development among the higher class kids.
I feel that the writing is smooth and the pace for the rest of the book read easily to me. I enjoyed the squeamish situations the character got into but I wish it had been more brutal. I know that sounds bad, but I feel like things were a little too easy for her. Things just fell together or happened at just the right moment at crucial times in the story. Not a huge issue but I think if the stakes were raised a little I was have enjoyed the story more.
I did have a little qualm with the American accent, perhaps it's different in other parts of the world but when the characters, who are supposedly American, say they'll "ring" someone on the phone. I would say, as a Midwestern American, "call" someone if I were to phone someone. That read as a more European way of phoning someone which I thought it was odd since the characters are from New York. I don't know many people from New York so this may be completely valid but it's an extremely minor detail but it did confuse me for a moment.
Overall, this is a wonderful "feel-good" story that any person with an artistic dream can relate to and enjoy. It has all the makings of a nice contemporary romance but I like how the romance wasn't the sole focus of the story. I love how the character got her "Cinderlla moment" by her own hard work and not by some magical help. I would have liked to see more friendships develop but it's still a book I would recommend to all readers who like a fresh "Cinderella" underdog story.
3.6 out of 5 rating for me!
(A copy was provided for an honest review. I was not compensated in any other way.)
A modern retelling of Cinderella with Paris and fashion to add a contemporary setting. Light fluffy but fun
Reviewed for Book Soulmates
Sixteen-year-old Angel Moncoeur dreams of becoming a top fashion designer while her best friend Lily aspires to be a famous stage actress someday. Both girls are talented and driven, but they come from different backgrounds. Angel’s mom, Simone, is a housekeeper employed by Lily’s dad, Philip. Philip’s social climbing girlfriend Margot and her spoiled daughter Clarissa stay with the girls while he goes to South America. As Angel is putting the finishing touches on her Teen Couture fashion competition entry, she discovers that Clarissa has stolen her designs in an attempt to pass them off as her own. With a 1st prize of $50,000 and the chance to work in designer Antoine Vidal’s Paris salon, Angel desperately wants to win the competition. When Lily’s estranged grandmother invites her to Paris for two weeks, Angel goes in her place and pretends to be Lily in order to expose Clarissa’s theft.
I really enjoyed reading this modern Cinderella tale! It was interesting to read about a talented girl pursuing her passion. I loved all the vivid descriptions of the gorgeous designer fashions, and I could really feel how much Angel loved creating her own designs.
While the Teen Couture competition was the main plot point, there was a sweet romantic storyline as well. Nick, Lily’s childhood friend, fell for Angel before he knew her true identity, and Angel struggled with how soon she should reveal the truth. I have a weakness for cute boys with British accents, so I was immediately swooning over Nick! I felt like I was there in Paris with Nick as he took Angel to art museums, the Eiffel Tower, and other attractions. It definitely gave me the travel bug and made me want to visit Paris again.
As you might expect from a fairy tale retelling, The Cinderella Moment does have some predictable elements. However, there were also several surprises in the plot, especially toward the end. Family secrets were revealed in a twist that I personally did not see coming. The ending was satisfying and heartwarming.
The secondary characters were intriguing, especially Lily (a.k.a. the best friend ever!). I would love to read a story about her pursuing her acting career. Jennifer Kloester is an author I will definitely keep on my radar, and I hope to see more novels from her in the future.
Sixteen-year-old Angel Moncoeur dreams of becoming a top fashion designer while her best friend Lily aspires to be a famous stage actress someday. Both girls are talented and driven, but they come from different backgrounds. Angel’s mom, Simone, is a housekeeper employed by Lily’s dad, Philip. Philip’s social climbing girlfriend Margot and her spoiled daughter Clarissa stay with the girls while he goes to South America. As Angel is putting the finishing touches on her Teen Couture fashion competition entry, she discovers that Clarissa has stolen her designs in an attempt to pass them off as her own. With a 1st prize of $50,000 and the chance to work in designer Antoine Vidal’s Paris salon, Angel desperately wants to win the competition. When Lily’s estranged grandmother invites her to Paris for two weeks, Angel goes in her place and pretends to be Lily in order to expose Clarissa’s theft.
I really enjoyed reading this modern Cinderella tale! It was interesting to read about a talented girl pursuing her passion. I loved all the vivid descriptions of the gorgeous designer fashions, and I could really feel how much Angel loved creating her own designs.
While the Teen Couture competition was the main plot point, there was a sweet romantic storyline as well. Nick, Lily’s childhood friend, fell for Angel before he knew her true identity, and Angel struggled with how soon she should reveal the truth. I have a weakness for cute boys with British accents, so I was immediately swooning over Nick! I felt like I was there in Paris with Nick as he took Angel to art museums, the Eiffel Tower, and other attractions. It definitely gave me the travel bug and made me want to visit Paris again.
As you might expect from a fairy tale retelling, The Cinderella Moment does have some predictable elements. However, there were also several surprises in the plot, especially toward the end. Family secrets were revealed in a twist that I personally did not see coming. The ending was satisfying and heartwarming.
The secondary characters were intriguing, especially Lily (a.k.a. the best friend ever!). I would love to read a story about her pursuing her acting career. Jennifer Kloester is an author I will definitely keep on my radar, and I hope to see more novels from her in the future.
Angel Moncoeur ("Cinderella") is the daughter of the housekeeper of a wealthy NYC household. Money has never stood in the way of her ambition to become a successful fashion designer. With the prestigious Teen Couture contest around the corner, she slaves away at her designs only to have them stolen by Clarissa ("the evil step-sister"). The chance for Angel to travel to Paris to right the wrong-doing whilst masquerading as Lily (Angel's best friend) arises and off she goes. Swept up into the world of haute couture and old money, Angel finds herself making a friend, bonding with her bff's estranged grandmama ("the godmother") and, of course, a boy--Nick ("the prince"). We follow Angel in her adventures in the city of love and fashion. Will she be able to expose Clarissa before she's exposed as an imposter?
Jennifer Kloester definitely has all the ingredients for a perfect Cinderella Moment without being too cheesy. As a pseudo-fashionista, I definitely appreciated the couture-infused storyline--and what better setting for the story than Paris? The Cinderella Moment was a very enjoyable read. I'd say it's the classic tale of Cinderella with a modern Gossip Girl twist. There's all the parts of the classic Cinderella tale and there's enough scheming, drama, boys and even polo matches to make Blair and Serena feel right at home!
Jennifer Kloester definitely has all the ingredients for a perfect Cinderella Moment without being too cheesy. As a pseudo-fashionista, I definitely appreciated the couture-infused storyline--and what better setting for the story than Paris? The Cinderella Moment was a very enjoyable read. I'd say it's the classic tale of Cinderella with a modern Gossip Girl twist. There's all the parts of the classic Cinderella tale and there's enough scheming, drama, boys and even polo matches to make Blair and Serena feel right at home!
So cute, read a few years ago and loved. Sweet and fun. Highly recommended.
Another amazing book that would be highly recommended by me!
I loved everything about this book,from start to finish.And reading it twice certainly encouraged me to give it 5 stars!
I love the characters,the stroryline,the plot and the settings.
I also love the precision with which the author wrote the book;it was simply fascinating and I really do hope it would be made into a movie.
I loved everything about this book,from start to finish.And reading it twice certainly encouraged me to give it 5 stars!
I love the characters,the stroryline,the plot and the settings.
I also love the precision with which the author wrote the book;it was simply fascinating and I really do hope it would be made into a movie.
Angel has dreamed about winning Teen Couture she has found the perfect fabric for her final ball gown she just needs to design and sew the perfect dress. She’s may be the daughter of a housekeeper but she doesn’t let that hold her back or keep her from dreaming. Angel’s best friend Lily may be the daughter of her mom’s employer but that doesn’t affect their friendship. While Lily’s father is out of the country his girlfriend at the time Margot has moved in with her daughter Clarissa to watch Lily. Margot is a social climber and determined to help her daughter win the Teen Couture and when Lily’s estranged grandmother and creator of the Versailles Ball request’s Lily spend the summer season with her Margot orders her to go.
Lily doesn’t want to spend the two weeks’ in Paris she’s interested in acting and wants to spend the two weeks in London at a theater program. When the idea comes up of sending Angel to Paris because her grandmother doesn’t know what she looks like and Lily can go to London Angels is against it. When Angel’s mother suddenly falls ill she’s forced to choose between her mother’s care and entering the Teen Couture. By not entering the Teen Couture Clarissa will enter her designs claiming them as her own which doesn’t sit well with Angel but she doesn’t see any other options. The girls decide to go with the plan sending Angel off to Paris to pretend to be Lily and stop Clarissa from entering her designs. Will Lily’s grandmother believe that Angel is her? Will she be able to stop Clarissa? Who is Nick?
Right from the start I really liked Angel she’s such a sweetheart it’s hard not to like her. She’s exactly as I would expect for being in the roll of Cinderella as the daughter of a poor housekeeper who has to sever her best friends evil step girlfriend and daughter. I also really enjoyed Lily while she wasn’t in the whole story she was a great addition to the story after all she’s the one who came up with swapping places. I also thought Nick was perfect for Angel he’s exactly what she needed as she tried to fit in a world she wasn’t from.
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started The Cinderella Moment other than a retelling of Cinderella which is one of my favorites. I really enjoyed the concept the way the author took the Cinderella idea and added her own unique twists creating a captivating new story. The Cinderella Moment is a coming of age novel filled with secrets, adventure, romance and evil step-girlfriend and daughter. I found the whole novel intriguing it was hard to put down I almost stayed up all night to just finish. One of my favorite Cinderella retellings so far I loved the modern twists it was so fun and exciting. I enjoyed the authors writing and feel she did a beautiful job weaving an intricate story. I loved the characters I was able to connect with them and found myself cheering for Angel and that the evil steps would get what they deserve. The Cinderella Moment is also one of those stories that plays with your heart strings I found it an emotional roller coaster in a good way I love my characters to feel real and have issues. The ending was perfect I even brought a few tears to my eyes love a happy ever after. This is my first novel by the author and I can’t wait to check out her other books. Loved this one so much, and can see myself reading it again.
Lily doesn’t want to spend the two weeks’ in Paris she’s interested in acting and wants to spend the two weeks in London at a theater program. When the idea comes up of sending Angel to Paris because her grandmother doesn’t know what she looks like and Lily can go to London Angels is against it. When Angel’s mother suddenly falls ill she’s forced to choose between her mother’s care and entering the Teen Couture. By not entering the Teen Couture Clarissa will enter her designs claiming them as her own which doesn’t sit well with Angel but she doesn’t see any other options. The girls decide to go with the plan sending Angel off to Paris to pretend to be Lily and stop Clarissa from entering her designs. Will Lily’s grandmother believe that Angel is her? Will she be able to stop Clarissa? Who is Nick?
Right from the start I really liked Angel she’s such a sweetheart it’s hard not to like her. She’s exactly as I would expect for being in the roll of Cinderella as the daughter of a poor housekeeper who has to sever her best friends evil step girlfriend and daughter. I also really enjoyed Lily while she wasn’t in the whole story she was a great addition to the story after all she’s the one who came up with swapping places. I also thought Nick was perfect for Angel he’s exactly what she needed as she tried to fit in a world she wasn’t from.
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started The Cinderella Moment other than a retelling of Cinderella which is one of my favorites. I really enjoyed the concept the way the author took the Cinderella idea and added her own unique twists creating a captivating new story. The Cinderella Moment is a coming of age novel filled with secrets, adventure, romance and evil step-girlfriend and daughter. I found the whole novel intriguing it was hard to put down I almost stayed up all night to just finish. One of my favorite Cinderella retellings so far I loved the modern twists it was so fun and exciting. I enjoyed the authors writing and feel she did a beautiful job weaving an intricate story. I loved the characters I was able to connect with them and found myself cheering for Angel and that the evil steps would get what they deserve. The Cinderella Moment is also one of those stories that plays with your heart strings I found it an emotional roller coaster in a good way I love my characters to feel real and have issues. The ending was perfect I even brought a few tears to my eyes love a happy ever after. This is my first novel by the author and I can’t wait to check out her other books. Loved this one so much, and can see myself reading it again.
This was a nice easy and enjoyable read, particularly after reading three books back to back that I was less than fond of.. I loved how much detail there is in the sewing and dress design as well as the place description; it was beautifully done! The plot itself was interesting enough, though predictable with more than a touch of 'Monte Carlo' in it. However it was a good read!