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3.27 AVERAGE
3.27 AVERAGE
I really wanted to like this book. The story seemed right up my alley, but I just couldn’t get into it. It started off very slow and the dynamic between the main characters was painful to read.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
First of all this isn’t the usual type of Christmas or December themed book so maybe don’t get caught up with that. I love this author though and the characters are always fun and easy to read too.
emotional
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The premise is fun: Hollywood heartthrob, enemies to lovers, fake dating. But if you’re looking for a light-hearted romcom, look elsewhere. This is emotional, hard to read, and the protagonists are hard to like.
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Because you know where the characters are going to end up, maybe we could have skipped a chapter or two.
If you like Laura Jane Williams, you're probably going to like this one. It's a cute Christmas novel with a refreshing grumpy x sunshine, with Duke playing the sunshine role of the couple (tough, I must admit I still prefer the traditional formula. Call me old fashioned, but I'm a hoe for Mr. Darcy).
Duke was lovely, if a bit naive at times, but I struggled with Evie. I feel like she was very difficult, and the reasoning behind her personality wasn't properly addressed. She had no reason to be rude to the MC and honestly... This novel would probably be a lot sweeter if she just went to therapy. All in all, I love LJW writing, and I can't wait for her next book.
Much thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest review
Duke was lovely, if a bit naive at times, but I struggled with Evie. I feel like she was very difficult, and the reasoning behind her personality wasn't properly addressed. She had no reason to be rude to the MC and honestly... This novel would probably be a lot sweeter if she just went to therapy. All in all, I love LJW writing, and I can't wait for her next book.
Much thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest review
When best-selling author Evie has one of her books made into a movie, the only stipulation is that she needs to be on the set during filming. She meets the leading man, Duke, and her initial reaction to him was not one of warmth. Caught by the press in a heated discussion, the two are to begin a fake romance for the paparazzi to shed some favourable interest in the movie.
As the two participate in this fauxmance, they realize they have more in common than they originally thought. Evie and Duke both have backstories that have led to trust issues. While not every reader can relate to these stories, there are unfortunately some that will.
I found Edie to be rather rude much of the time although you could see more positive change in her as the story progressed. I don’t think that love solves all, and Edie still had a long way to go to manage her impulsive spending. It was suggested that she was working on it, but the reader was not updated in the last quarter of the book as to how Edie was doing with this.
Duke’s character was more interesting and I appreciated how this man enjoyed romance novels – so much that he had read all of Edie’s books. I loved the romantic moments that he created for Edie transforming her into someone more likeable.
I enjoyed the Christmas in Bavaria setting of the film. The author made it easy to picture Edie and Duke walking in these German market towns. The book also provided insight into the business behind the movie industry as well as the need for the enforcement of boundaries with the press.
I recommend this book to readers who enjoy Women’s Fiction or romance.
I received a DRC of this book from the publisher but the thoughts and opinions expressed here are my own.
3.5 stars (rounded to 4)
As the two participate in this fauxmance, they realize they have more in common than they originally thought. Evie and Duke both have backstories that have led to trust issues. While not every reader can relate to these stories, there are unfortunately some that will.
I found Edie to be rather rude much of the time although you could see more positive change in her as the story progressed. I don’t think that love solves all, and Edie still had a long way to go to manage her impulsive spending. It was suggested that she was working on it, but the reader was not updated in the last quarter of the book as to how Edie was doing with this.
Duke’s character was more interesting and I appreciated how this man enjoyed romance novels – so much that he had read all of Edie’s books. I loved the romantic moments that he created for Edie transforming her into someone more likeable.
I enjoyed the Christmas in Bavaria setting of the film. The author made it easy to picture Edie and Duke walking in these German market towns. The book also provided insight into the business behind the movie industry as well as the need for the enforcement of boundaries with the press.
I recommend this book to readers who enjoy Women’s Fiction or romance.
I received a DRC of this book from the publisher but the thoughts and opinions expressed here are my own.
3.5 stars (rounded to 4)
This wasn’t a bad book but it wasn’t a great book, I enjoyed it and it was a nice read but I found the random celebrity naming weird. I mostly enjoyed the story but felt the person selling stories on them was a little rushed. It was good but I felt it could have been better. I liked how it was wrapped up nicely though
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes