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love_to_read31's review against another edition
4.0
What a wonderful story! A very enjoyable light read! Elle and Theo are wonderful characters and is a great start to this new series from Rachel Lacey!
lashea677's review against another edition
5.0
A person doesn't need a fancy title to make an impact. If the Shoe Fits reexamines the fairy tale dream and teaches a valuable lesson along the way. Rachel Lacey turns a childhood fantasy into reality for three women who've kind of lost their way. All it takes is a cheesy contest and a slightly bruised Prince Charming to swoop in and save the day. Elle and Theo are opinionated, lost souls with a whole lot of heart bogged down by fear. Under the worst circumstances they find the courage to step out of their comfort zone and test the waters of love. A different kind of fairytale with a modern day twist.
heabooknerd's review against another edition
3.0
I'll be honest and say that I struggled to get off the ground with IF THE SHOE FITS. I ended up putting it down after only a few chapters and letting it sit for a week or so before coming back to it. I found the beginning to be slow but it does pick up as Elle, Ruby, and Megan get their business off the ground. I loved the idea of the Fairy Tails Program and the dogs were just adorable throughout the story. Elle starts out a bit adrift in life; she's working as a theme park princess and doesn't really seem to have a lot of ambition. But as she works on improving Rosemont Castle, it's clear that Elle is a smart and hard working woman who dives into things and gives them her whole heart. Though I never really connected with Elle I did like her as a person and a character.
While Elle plays the part of our Cinderella, Theo is supposed to be our Prince Charming but his desire to sell Rosemont Castle makes him a bit of a "villain" at first. With his grandfather's passing, Theo left the responsibility of Earl at a much earlier age then he was expecting. He greatly feels the pressure to return to England and uphold the duties his grandfather let fall by the wayside. But when Theo meets Elle he just can't turn her away without giving her a chance. Theo doesn't believe he'll change his mind but he agrees to let the girls give their hotel and dog adoption program a chance. Of course things get complicated when he begins a personal relationship with Elle and while Theo might be good at compartmentalizing business and pleasure, Elle has a softer heart in these matters.
Overall, I liked this book but it doesn't stand out for me because I just never connected with the characters. However, the ending had some great moments that left me excited for more in the series.
Copy provided by author for honest review
Content Warning: Discussion of mental illness and suicide
While Elle plays the part of our Cinderella, Theo is supposed to be our Prince Charming but his desire to sell Rosemont Castle makes him a bit of a "villain" at first. With his grandfather's passing, Theo left the responsibility of Earl at a much earlier age then he was expecting. He greatly feels the pressure to return to England and uphold the duties his grandfather let fall by the wayside. But when Theo meets Elle he just can't turn her away without giving her a chance. Theo doesn't believe he'll change his mind but he agrees to let the girls give their hotel and dog adoption program a chance. Of course things get complicated when he begins a personal relationship with Elle and while Theo might be good at compartmentalizing business and pleasure, Elle has a softer heart in these matters.
Overall, I liked this book but it doesn't stand out for me because I just never connected with the characters. However, the ending had some great moments that left me excited for more in the series.
Copy provided by author for honest review
Content Warning: Discussion of mental illness and suicide
sasha2599's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 star!
I discovered Rachel Lacey last year and loved her Risking It All series, so I absolutely looked forward to the first book in her new Almost Royal series, If the Shoe Fits. Take a royal romance, add in animal rescue and a spin on the Cinderella story, and I was hooked. Theo and Elle had fantastic chemistry and fun banter. Elle's friends were great characters too and I am looking forward to their stories. Fun fun fun!
I discovered Rachel Lacey last year and loved her Risking It All series, so I absolutely looked forward to the first book in her new Almost Royal series, If the Shoe Fits. Take a royal romance, add in animal rescue and a spin on the Cinderella story, and I was hooked. Theo and Elle had fantastic chemistry and fun banter. Elle's friends were great characters too and I am looking forward to their stories. Fun fun fun!
katkinney's review against another edition
5.0
What a cute Cinderella type story. Three friends win an opportunity to work in a castle and manage it as an inn. But when they get there, they find the owner, who is descended from English royalty, wants to sell and move back to England to get on with his life. This was adorable with lots of animals from a shelter up for adoption, great chemistry between the hero and heroine, and wonderful friendships.
Please excuse typos/name misspellings. Entered on screen reader.
Please excuse typos/name misspellings. Entered on screen reader.
xakyr's review against another edition
4.0
FTC DISCLAIMER: I RECEIVED AN E-ARC FROM THE PUBLISHER THROUGH NET GALLEY. I VOLUNTARILY OFFER MY HONEST REVIEW OF THE BOOK, THOUGH IT IS NOT EXPECTED OF ME! RECEIPT OF THIS BOOK IN THIS MANNER DOES NOT AFFECT MY OPINION OF THE BOOK OR THE CONTENT OF MY REVIEW!
I'm always a sucker for a good fairy tale style romance, so I was beyond excited when I was asked to read and review this book. I'm pleased to say it didn't disappoint!
This story focused on the new Earl, Theo, and Elle, although it does serve as an introduction to the other heroines in the series. My biggest problem with this story was the lack of connection I felt toward Theo and Elle. I didn't actually get connected to them until almost the end of the book! I did like Elle's determination and resourcefulness throughout the book, which made her easier to connect with when the big twist happened. Theo came across as too reserved to be likable, but I did like how he changed because of Elle. The setting was amazing, made even more special to me for watching Downton Abbey. The premise was very unique as well, and I found the rescue animals especially endearing.
All things considered, this was a great introduction to a new series and I can't wait for Ruby and Megan's books!
I'm always a sucker for a good fairy tale style romance, so I was beyond excited when I was asked to read and review this book. I'm pleased to say it didn't disappoint!
This story focused on the new Earl, Theo, and Elle, although it does serve as an introduction to the other heroines in the series. My biggest problem with this story was the lack of connection I felt toward Theo and Elle. I didn't actually get connected to them until almost the end of the book! I did like Elle's determination and resourcefulness throughout the book, which made her easier to connect with when the big twist happened. Theo came across as too reserved to be likable, but I did like how he changed because of Elle. The setting was amazing, made even more special to me for watching Downton Abbey. The premise was very unique as well, and I found the rescue animals especially endearing.
All things considered, this was a great introduction to a new series and I can't wait for Ruby and Megan's books!