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kreshishta's review against another edition
3.0
I absolutely loved this novel! From the quirky puppets to the elderly people, and who can forget Annie and Theo! I'll definitely be looking into reading more from this author.
hummel99's review against another edition
Klischeehafte unbeholfene gestörte Protagonstin, Story schon nach 2 Seiten komplett vorhersehbar
diaryofthebookdragon's review against another edition
3.0
Standard SEP book. With a hero who is a jerk and then it turns out he's not a jerk. :D
I liked that Hero is a writer and Heroine is a ventriloquist. Interesting professions...
I liked that Hero is a writer and Heroine is a ventriloquist. Interesting professions...
thegeekyblogger's review against another edition
3.0
Read for Review (Avon)
Overall Rating: 3.50
Story Rating: 3.50
Character Rating: 3.50
First Thought when Finished: The mystery, pacing, and style of Heroes Are My Weakness by Susan Elizabeth Phillips was outstanding but the romance just didn't do it for me.
Quick Thoughts: I picked up this book because we picked it as the Contemporary Romance read for our Cover Girls Bookclub in August. I wasn't disappointed in the mystery or pacing. I thought the story flowed well (the backstory mystery and current mystery meshed well together) and the characters were interesting (leads and side characters). Notice I said interesting but not overly likable. I really never warmed up to Theo or Annie so that made it hard to root for their romance. While their backstory played into that. I felt it was more how they dealt with each other in current time that had the bigger impact on my feelings. Hard to love a romance when you don't really want the romantic leads to be together. All in all I would say this was a solid read and mystery wise a hit. The romance didn't work for me but that is not to say it won't work for you. This has a very gothic feel (which I loved) and the setting was unique. Give this a whirl--you may love Theo and Annie together!
Part of my Read It, Rate It, File It, DONE! Reviews
Overall Rating: 3.50
Story Rating: 3.50
Character Rating: 3.50
First Thought when Finished: The mystery, pacing, and style of Heroes Are My Weakness by Susan Elizabeth Phillips was outstanding but the romance just didn't do it for me.
Quick Thoughts: I picked up this book because we picked it as the Contemporary Romance read for our Cover Girls Bookclub in August. I wasn't disappointed in the mystery or pacing. I thought the story flowed well (the backstory mystery and current mystery meshed well together) and the characters were interesting (leads and side characters). Notice I said interesting but not overly likable. I really never warmed up to Theo or Annie so that made it hard to root for their romance. While their backstory played into that. I felt it was more how they dealt with each other in current time that had the bigger impact on my feelings. Hard to love a romance when you don't really want the romantic leads to be together. All in all I would say this was a solid read and mystery wise a hit. The romance didn't work for me but that is not to say it won't work for you. This has a very gothic feel (which I loved) and the setting was unique. Give this a whirl--you may love Theo and Annie together!
Part of my Read It, Rate It, File It, DONE! Reviews
kbranfield's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars.
Susan Elizabeth Phillips puts a unique contemporary spin on the gothic horror genre in her latest release, Heroes Are My Weakness. Part mystery, part romance, this enthralling novel opens with Annie Hewitt's return to Peregrine Island, where she immediately crosses paths with her teenage crush, Theo Harp. Unsettled by the memories of a long ago summer when their romance abruptly ended with an attempt on her life, Annie tries to keep her distance Theo. However the two join forces to uncover the identity of the person responsible for trying to force Annie off the island.
Annie is a plucky and down on her luck heroine who is very conflicted about her return to Peregrine Island. Although she is haunted by memories of that fateful summer, she has little choice but to stay in the cottage near Theo's estate while she searches for the valuable legacy bequeathed to her by her late mother. She quickly becomes entangled in the lives of Theo's housekeeper, Jaycie and her troubled four year old daughter Livia. As she falls victim to malicious acts that have taken a decidedly dangerous turn, Annie's suspicions come very close to costing her a treasured friendship.
Theo has a dark and brooding presence with a seemingly sinister past. With those long ago memories of their time on the island still fresh in Annie's mind, she finds it impossible to trust him. As she learns more information about a recent tragedy in his life, she is sympathetic but wary when he strikes a deal with her that puts them in closer contact than either is comfortable with. Annie is soon confused when the disturbed boy she remembers is nothing like the kind, considerate man he has become. Once they put aside their differences, their smoldering attraction flames out of control, but is there any chance of a future for this mismatched couple?
The isolated island location gives the novel an eerie feel that only intensifies once it becomes apparent someone is trying to force Annie into leaving. However as Theo and Annie's relationship becomes less antagonistic, the overall story gradually lightens up. As their encounters become less hostile, the two exchange witty banter and their discussions gradually become more personal. Their growing closeness is enhanced by their passionate lovemaking, but Annie continues to keep an emotional distance from Theo.
Heroes Are My Weakness is an absolutely riveting novel. The characters are multi-faceted with interesting quirks and insecurities. The storyline is well-developed, fascinating and brilliantly executed. With plenty of secrets to uncover and intriguing mysteries to solve, Heroes Are My Weakness is not the typical Susan Elizabeth Phillips' novel but that is what makes it such a wonderful reading experience. Warm and witty with a dash of suspense and romance, it is a lovely story that old and new fans are sure to love.
Susan Elizabeth Phillips puts a unique contemporary spin on the gothic horror genre in her latest release, Heroes Are My Weakness. Part mystery, part romance, this enthralling novel opens with Annie Hewitt's return to Peregrine Island, where she immediately crosses paths with her teenage crush, Theo Harp. Unsettled by the memories of a long ago summer when their romance abruptly ended with an attempt on her life, Annie tries to keep her distance Theo. However the two join forces to uncover the identity of the person responsible for trying to force Annie off the island.
Annie is a plucky and down on her luck heroine who is very conflicted about her return to Peregrine Island. Although she is haunted by memories of that fateful summer, she has little choice but to stay in the cottage near Theo's estate while she searches for the valuable legacy bequeathed to her by her late mother. She quickly becomes entangled in the lives of Theo's housekeeper, Jaycie and her troubled four year old daughter Livia. As she falls victim to malicious acts that have taken a decidedly dangerous turn, Annie's suspicions come very close to costing her a treasured friendship.
Theo has a dark and brooding presence with a seemingly sinister past. With those long ago memories of their time on the island still fresh in Annie's mind, she finds it impossible to trust him. As she learns more information about a recent tragedy in his life, she is sympathetic but wary when he strikes a deal with her that puts them in closer contact than either is comfortable with. Annie is soon confused when the disturbed boy she remembers is nothing like the kind, considerate man he has become. Once they put aside their differences, their smoldering attraction flames out of control, but is there any chance of a future for this mismatched couple?
The isolated island location gives the novel an eerie feel that only intensifies once it becomes apparent someone is trying to force Annie into leaving. However as Theo and Annie's relationship becomes less antagonistic, the overall story gradually lightens up. As their encounters become less hostile, the two exchange witty banter and their discussions gradually become more personal. Their growing closeness is enhanced by their passionate lovemaking, but Annie continues to keep an emotional distance from Theo.
Heroes Are My Weakness is an absolutely riveting novel. The characters are multi-faceted with interesting quirks and insecurities. The storyline is well-developed, fascinating and brilliantly executed. With plenty of secrets to uncover and intriguing mysteries to solve, Heroes Are My Weakness is not the typical Susan Elizabeth Phillips' novel but that is what makes it such a wonderful reading experience. Warm and witty with a dash of suspense and romance, it is a lovely story that old and new fans are sure to love.
cukinia's review against another edition
4.0
mocne 4
świetnie się bawiłam.
pod koniec trochę przygniotła mnie ilość wątków i problemów. rozwiązanie zagadki z domkiem było mało satysfakcjonujące, a problemu Livii mało wiarygodne, choć urocze. zabieg z głosami kukiełek też niezbyt mi odpowiadał, czasami nawet pomijałam ich komentarze.
pokochałam natomiast Theo, jego humor i dziwaczny charakter.
książka trafia na półkę "ulubione romanse" i "ukochani bohaterowie".
świetnie się bawiłam.
pod koniec trochę przygniotła mnie ilość wątków i problemów. rozwiązanie zagadki z domkiem było mało satysfakcjonujące, a problemu Livii mało wiarygodne, choć urocze. zabieg z głosami kukiełek też niezbyt mi odpowiadał, czasami nawet pomijałam ich komentarze.
pokochałam natomiast Theo, jego humor i dziwaczny charakter.
książka trafia na półkę "ulubione romanse" i "ukochani bohaterowie".