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natashaniezgoda's review against another edition
4.0
The perfect, quick-read chick-lit book.
I usually opt for a chick-lit story in between heavy murder-mystery novels, and being that I've been binge reading Stephen King, I needed this.
Obviously, there's a love story and that exists between Sadie and Des, which is cute and in some was typical. But what made this book incredibly charming is the family dynamic. The personalities of Aunt Dody, Fontaine, and Paige are just a few of my favorites. They are all so distinct and yet none of them overshadow one another.
I found myself literally laughing out loud, face-palming myself out of embarrassment for Sadie, and stupidly giddy over Des.
It's no literary genius. It's no noble prize. What it is is a damn cute story that keeps you smiling the entire time.
I usually opt for a chick-lit story in between heavy murder-mystery novels, and being that I've been binge reading Stephen King, I needed this.
Obviously, there's a love story and that exists between Sadie and Des, which is cute and in some was typical. But what made this book incredibly charming is the family dynamic. The personalities of Aunt Dody, Fontaine, and Paige are just a few of my favorites. They are all so distinct and yet none of them overshadow one another.
I found myself literally laughing out loud, face-palming myself out of embarrassment for Sadie, and stupidly giddy over Des.
It's no literary genius. It's no noble prize. What it is is a damn cute story that keeps you smiling the entire time.
carlyyyy414's review against another edition
5.0
Could not put it down
Loved this book so much. I could not put it down and would recommend it to any of my friends
Loved this book so much. I could not put it down and would recommend it to any of my friends
allisonseverson's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed this book. It was fun, easy to be interested in, light and summery, with touching humor throughout.
Sadie, the main character and narrator, is recently divorced and goes to spend the summer with her aunt. Her aunt, Dody, happens to be crazy in a flaxseed-lover and physic-believer sort of way, but is a lovable and funny character. Sadie's cousins, one a flamboyant decorator and the other a chef, are also funny characters who really add to the story.
Living near her aunt for the summer is Des, a physician working in town only for the summer. He's not overly dramatic the way men in some romance novels are, which I appreciated.
Anyway, it's a great (and really fast) summer (or beach) read.
Sadie, the main character and narrator, is recently divorced and goes to spend the summer with her aunt. Her aunt, Dody, happens to be crazy in a flaxseed-lover and physic-believer sort of way, but is a lovable and funny character. Sadie's cousins, one a flamboyant decorator and the other a chef, are also funny characters who really add to the story.
Living near her aunt for the summer is Des, a physician working in town only for the summer. He's not overly dramatic the way men in some romance novels are, which I appreciated.
Anyway, it's a great (and really fast) summer (or beach) read.
moscow80's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
brothman's review against another edition
4.0
This book made me laugh out loud and I loved the story!
hugbandit7's review against another edition
4.0
I'd probably give this 4 1/2 stars. The book had me laughing out loud in many places but I deducted half a star because Sadie was so negative and while I understand she got a bad rap from her ex, at some point you have to stop focusing on what "might" happen and enjoy what is in front of you.
I still thoroughly enjoyed this book and do recommend it!
I still thoroughly enjoyed this book and do recommend it!
gswain's review against another edition
4.0
A quick sweet read. Not as good as some other light romance books I've read, but the characters were enjoyable. I would consider reading another on of her books set in Bell Harbor.
leisaann's review against another edition
5.0
Loved loved loved! I have recommended this book multiple times. Great story and laugh out loud funny!
mfabiano726's review
What a pleasant surprise! I borrowed this book because I recently became an Amazon Prime member and this is in the lending library. I really enjoyed it! Sadie is spending the summer with her Aunt Dody (eccentric and fun, warm and loving) in Bell Harbor to try to get her life back in order. After her divorce to Richard, she feels she doesn't want to be with a man again...until she meets Des. A summer romance ensues...love does find a way!
gemmabaggies's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0