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jlperidot's review
4.0
Lovely down-to-earth romance with loveable characters who won me over instantly. Enni Amanda created sweet and tender moments, and crafted a chemistry and romantic dynamic that was a delight to see play out!
donnareadathon2021's review
5.0
The story
Mia lands in New Zealand and is standing in front of a church. She closes her eyes and says a small prayer about the choices she needs to make. When she opens her eyes, her handbag and suitcase are missing and the thief is getting into a car rushing away. At the police station reporting the crime, the thought of a women’s shelter or night in a cell seems less appealing than contacting the only person she knows in New Zealand, Isiah, a reclusive video editor that she has dealt with on email from her home and job in Finland.
My thoughts
I so enjoyed the first two books in this series but I think this third one is simply gorgeous. I love the contrast between Mia’s petite blonde Finnish-ness to Izzy’s large, dark, New Zealand-ness. She has been travelling the world, he is hanging out in his basement, never even leaving to go to the supermarket. She believes her work colleagues nicknaming her an Ice Princess, he is full of emotion. Slowly the walls and awkwardness between them are broken down and they find common ground in creativity, caring about each other and finding the magic around them in the few days that Mia is in country. Enni’s writing is filled with beautiful words and special music. I loved the special Spotify playlist that accompanies the story ❤️
I read an eARC copy courtesy of the author.
Mia lands in New Zealand and is standing in front of a church. She closes her eyes and says a small prayer about the choices she needs to make. When she opens her eyes, her handbag and suitcase are missing and the thief is getting into a car rushing away. At the police station reporting the crime, the thought of a women’s shelter or night in a cell seems less appealing than contacting the only person she knows in New Zealand, Isiah, a reclusive video editor that she has dealt with on email from her home and job in Finland.
My thoughts
I so enjoyed the first two books in this series but I think this third one is simply gorgeous. I love the contrast between Mia’s petite blonde Finnish-ness to Izzy’s large, dark, New Zealand-ness. She has been travelling the world, he is hanging out in his basement, never even leaving to go to the supermarket. She believes her work colleagues nicknaming her an Ice Princess, he is full of emotion. Slowly the walls and awkwardness between them are broken down and they find common ground in creativity, caring about each other and finding the magic around them in the few days that Mia is in country. Enni’s writing is filled with beautiful words and special music. I loved the special Spotify playlist that accompanies the story ❤️
I read an eARC copy courtesy of the author.
panzireads's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
This was fun rom-com, with fake dating, getting robbed in a strange country and handsome strangers who save the day. And I have to say that I absolutely loved that our FMC had a short hair for a change! I have no trouble relating to characters who don’t resemble my looks but it’s nice to feel represented, even if it’s just a FMC with a short hair. Mia was so Finnish, I don’t know how else to describe her, you need to read this to understand. And Izzy was so sweet and romantic that my heart melted. 🫠
sofiaslibraryy's review
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
3.5
shadylane_00's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
4.0
lindyslibrary's review
4.0
Mia, traveling and avoiding her lackluster boyfriend, gets stuck in New Zealand and turns to the only person she (kinda) knows in the country. Izzy, who’s been working from home and rarely leaves, takes Mia in and the two bond over music and an undeniable mutual attraction. Fake dating and undeniable chemistry ensue!!
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veronicalovestoread's review
4.0
I loved this book so much! It was a easy and quick read with so much heart and warmth.
But not only was it cute, it also had a depth that was so well written.
How do you chose to live? Is there only one way in life to go or can you go different paths? And do you really HAVE to choose only one path in life?
NO! If happiness for you means that you have to choose two paths in life - GO FOR IT, because in the end ’everything will work out. Trust me.’
But not only was it cute, it also had a depth that was so well written.
How do you chose to live? Is there only one way in life to go or can you go different paths? And do you really HAVE to choose only one path in life?
NO! If happiness for you means that you have to choose two paths in life - GO FOR IT, because in the end ’everything will work out. Trust me.’
kiirstyanneereads's review
4.0
Thank you so much for the ARC of this book Enni!
I am usually a thriller reader however I totally enjoyed this book! It was such a nice change of pace for me.
It is a beautiful love story that had me smiling so often and feeling all the feels.. and yes there is spice ladies!
This is great for those who love the "fake dating" trope.
Overall this was a really enjoyable read for me that I would recommend it to anyone!
⭐⭐⭐.5 / 5
I am usually a thriller reader however I totally enjoyed this book! It was such a nice change of pace for me.
It is a beautiful love story that had me smiling so often and feeling all the feels.. and yes there is spice ladies!
This is great for those who love the "fake dating" trope.
Overall this was a really enjoyable read for me that I would recommend it to anyone!
⭐⭐⭐.5 / 5