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merleluni's review
5.0
I love books that involve music/musicians, so I just had to read this one and I wasn’t disappointed at all! The book was easy to read, without any boring or overly long drama parts. I love the way it is written. Throughout the book, I fell in love with the characters and really enjoyed going on this journey with them.
At some parts I was close to getting annoyed with Grace but luckily we had Annie and I never reached that point. Andrew is such a sweetheart.
I got all the feels from reading this book and can absolutely only recommend!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
At some parts I was close to getting annoyed with Grace but luckily we had Annie and I never reached that point. Andrew is such a sweetheart.
I got all the feels from reading this book and can absolutely only recommend!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
emjhs's review
4.0
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I loved this book. I instantly connected to the characters, the emotional journeys they were on individually and together and it kept my attention. There were enough new plot points to keep me engaged and I was invested in their outcomes.
I appreciated the way the author invited us into Grace’s grief not by way of comparison of her two partners but in how she received them both, emotionally.
I also enjoyed the friendships and platonic relationships in the book. It added depth to the characters and my commitment to them.
My only feedback is that there were a lot of typos which I found distracting and brought me out of the story.
I look forward to reading other books by this author and hope the other band mates get HEAs.
I loved this book. I instantly connected to the characters, the emotional journeys they were on individually and together and it kept my attention. There were enough new plot points to keep me engaged and I was invested in their outcomes.
I appreciated the way the author invited us into Grace’s grief not by way of comparison of her two partners but in how she received them both, emotionally.
I also enjoyed the friendships and platonic relationships in the book. It added depth to the characters and my commitment to them.
My only feedback is that there were a lot of typos which I found distracting and brought me out of the story.
I look forward to reading other books by this author and hope the other band mates get HEAs.
ratetheromance's review
4.0
I need to start with something completely and amazingly BADASS about this book. Because all reviews are "here's the blurb", "here's what I liked", "here's my rating" and I need to acknowledge some awesomeness before you start skimming...
Grace is 44 years old and was married to her late husband for 20 years before his recent death (this isn't a spoiler—you know it from the first chapter) and not once does the author ever feel the need to over-explain why Grace doesn't have kids. It's never even mentioned and THAT is a beautiful thing. It's not a factor. No need to let the reader know why. It just is. I think we need MORE of that in books (and life)!
Okay, now back to the usual review mumbo jumbo.
Grace and Andrew are FIRE. I love their snarky enemy banter, love their instant sexual chemistry, and love how their characters both grow and change as the story unfolds. These characters are complex snd flawed and so damn lovable.
The steamy scenes are HOT. You'll never look at homemade pizza making the same way again.
Grace is 44 years old and was married to her late husband for 20 years before his recent death (this isn't a spoiler—you know it from the first chapter) and not once does the author ever feel the need to over-explain why Grace doesn't have kids. It's never even mentioned and THAT is a beautiful thing. It's not a factor. No need to let the reader know why. It just is. I think we need MORE of that in books (and life)!
Okay, now back to the usual review mumbo jumbo.
Grace and Andrew are FIRE. I love their snarky enemy banter, love their instant sexual chemistry, and love how their characters both grow and change as the story unfolds. These characters are complex snd flawed and so damn lovable.
The steamy scenes are HOT. You'll never look at homemade pizza making the same way again.
vvreads's review
5.0
Love, Love, Love!!!
I enjoyed this book from beginning to end! Fun characters that made me smile, laugh, swoon, and cheer! I hope there are future stories about the single members of the group.
The ONLY complaint I have is that there is no epilogue!!! I wanted to read more about Andrew and Grace and the beautiful music they make.
*I received this book in exchange for my honest review. Here it is- I loved it. Can’t wait to read more!
I enjoyed this book from beginning to end! Fun characters that made me smile, laugh, swoon, and cheer! I hope there are future stories about the single members of the group.
The ONLY complaint I have is that there is no epilogue!!! I wanted to read more about Andrew and Grace and the beautiful music they make.
*I received this book in exchange for my honest review. Here it is- I loved it. Can’t wait to read more!
readingwithjessica_w's review
4.0
3.5 stars
Love Me Like A Love Song has so much going for it: witty banter, a strong storyline, funny laughable moments, and likable characters. A love story easily unfolds between widowed Grace, whose late husband helped spotlight her talents for music composing and lyrical writing, and Andrew, the lead bassist for the country acapella group Storyhill (side note: I loved the ridiculousness of this type of performing group and then marveled at the thought that it just might work!). The chemistry between them is undeniable, and as with most romances, I rooted for the two leads to get together, enjoying the buildup along the way.
What just nagged a little at the back of my mind was how much touching and sweet talking Andrew does around Grace. What I mean is that sometimes his words are just a little to perfect, the hand to the chin or kiss on the temple a little too sweet. In a new relationship, it’s the little things that mean EVERYTHING, so it made me slightly believe in him less as a real man in love (or lust). Don’t get me wrong, there are plenty of fantastic romantic moments In Love Me Like A Love Song, but I think I wanted the relationship to be just a little less “I’ll do anything for you” and more “wow, you’re a pretty cool person, I really want to get to know you and be around you all the time”.
I would still definitely read Annmarie Boyle again in the future. Can I say how much I appreciated a love story with a female character over 40 years old? (Who also has the ability to snag a younger man?!) THANK YOU!!!! This was a fun read from a new author. I received an ARC courtesy of BookSirens for free in exchange for my honest review. Thank you to BookSirens and Annmarie!
Love Me Like A Love Song has so much going for it: witty banter, a strong storyline, funny laughable moments, and likable characters. A love story easily unfolds between widowed Grace, whose late husband helped spotlight her talents for music composing and lyrical writing, and Andrew, the lead bassist for the country acapella group Storyhill (side note: I loved the ridiculousness of this type of performing group and then marveled at the thought that it just might work!). The chemistry between them is undeniable, and as with most romances, I rooted for the two leads to get together, enjoying the buildup along the way.
What just nagged a little at the back of my mind was how much touching and sweet talking Andrew does around Grace. What I mean is that sometimes his words are just a little to perfect, the hand to the chin or kiss on the temple a little too sweet. In a new relationship, it’s the little things that mean EVERYTHING, so it made me slightly believe in him less as a real man in love (or lust). Don’t get me wrong, there are plenty of fantastic romantic moments In Love Me Like A Love Song, but I think I wanted the relationship to be just a little less “I’ll do anything for you” and more “wow, you’re a pretty cool person, I really want to get to know you and be around you all the time”.
I would still definitely read Annmarie Boyle again in the future. Can I say how much I appreciated a love story with a female character over 40 years old? (Who also has the ability to snag a younger man?!) THANK YOU!!!! This was a fun read from a new author. I received an ARC courtesy of BookSirens for free in exchange for my honest review. Thank you to BookSirens and Annmarie!
ohsrslybooks's review
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
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