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lovesresqdogs's review
4.0
A good quick read. I didn't read the first book so I didn't understand some of the obsession with the ex partner. Was surprised to see the characters named as Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
labonneville's review
3.0
Weddings, fashion, royalty, London, New York and romance... these are a few of my favorite things and these also represent the storyline of this perfect light summer read.
aaraia's review
5.0
I LOVED THIS BOOK! I hated putting it down and doing real life activities. The detail in the fashion and designs is amazing. I loved seeing Gigi grow as a designer. I could envision everything perfectly in my mind because of Ms. Merlin’s attention to detail and amazing writing. You can see the growth of the author from book one to book two. The ending made me want to throw my Kindle, but in the best way possible me because I NEEDED the third book IMMEDIATELY. Stop whatever you’re doing and read this series.
epc83's review
4.0
It’s the hamilton rip off and the royal wedding for me
It’s very much giving 2016 (not mad about it)
It’s very much giving 2016 (not mad about it)
lisaluvsliterature's review
4.0
Okay, I really did enjoy the first book, One S'more Summer. But let me say that I devoured this book in only one day! I picked this up on a break at work on Thursday, continued reading during my lunch break, and then couldn't stop reading, had to finish before bed! It was a little easier to get into now that I know Gigi better and am past how she started off in the first book. One thing that always makes me crazy when I'm reading, but in a good way, is knowing something happened, but not knowing exactly what, and being kept wondering for quite some time. Another author who does that quite well is Samantha Young. Anyway, I had fallen in love with Perry by the end of the first book, so I was so sad that they were not together at the beginning of this one. And while I wanted to have them back together, since I wasn't sure at first what broke them up, I soon grew to love her new love interest, Gideon, and was totally rooting for him. Until, well, until he did his not listening thing and shutting her out, for the 2nd time. At that point I was a little irritated with him, and kind of rooting for Gigi and Perry to figure it out. The book ends with a bit of a cliffhanger, and definitely some bad news for Gigi and her fashion company. Definitely now I don't know how I can wait until book 3, to see if Gideon really will be the right guy, or if in the end, she will get back with Perry.
Once again I loved her best friend, Jamie, he is so funny. I was in shock that he didn't already adore Downton Abbey, but laughed at all the times he called it "Downtown Abbey" at first. I love that the show revolves around a musical written about Queen Elizabeth that is reminiscent of the current hit Hamilton. I would watch it too! I look forward to seeing how it goes once Elizabeth hits Broadway in book 3, and finding out where our couple's romance may or may not go.
I've now ordered a physical copy for myself of book 1, and will definitely be ordering a physical copy of book 2 when I get the money as well.
Once again I loved her best friend, Jamie, he is so funny. I was in shock that he didn't already adore Downton Abbey, but laughed at all the times he called it "Downtown Abbey" at first. I love that the show revolves around a musical written about Queen Elizabeth that is reminiscent of the current hit Hamilton. I would watch it too! I look forward to seeing how it goes once Elizabeth hits Broadway in book 3, and finding out where our couple's romance may or may not go.
I've now ordered a physical copy for myself of book 1, and will definitely be ordering a physical copy of book 2 when I get the money as well.
empc's review
4.0
It’s the hamilton rip off and the royal wedding for me
It’s very much giving 2016 (not mad about it)
It’s very much giving 2016 (not mad about it)
belinda31's review
3.0
I'd give this one 3.5 stars. It's not a very believable plot with her making the princess' wedding gown but it was a cute story. I'll read book 3 to see how her love life continues!
lauriereadsrom1's review
5.0
I liked Beth Merlin's "S'more to Lose" even better than the first book in the Campfire series. Main character Gigi seemed so much more confident in herself and her abilities this time around, despite the brief crisis and case of designer's block that sent her back to visit Camp Chinooka one more time in the middle of the book. Rather than running away from her problems, she seemed to be running towards inspiration, which showed just how far her character has come since the beginning of book #1.
As for Gigi's romantic prospects, I have to admit that I wasn't super excited about Gideon, Viscount Satterley, as her prospective love interest. He seemed like a nice enough guy, but overall, Perry, her love interest from the first book, seemed like a better match for her. Perry challenged Gigi and seemed to bring her out of herself, which in turn helped her to find her inspiration. I can't help but hope Gigi and Perry will find a way to reconcile in book #3.
Overall, I loved this book. It stands very well on its own for those who have not yet read the first book in the Campfire series, though I recommend that book too. I can't wait to see what happens in book #3!
*Review copy provided by the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.
As for Gigi's romantic prospects, I have to admit that I wasn't super excited about Gideon, Viscount Satterley, as her prospective love interest. He seemed like a nice enough guy, but overall, Perry, her love interest from the first book, seemed like a better match for her. Perry challenged Gigi and seemed to bring her out of herself, which in turn helped her to find her inspiration. I can't help but hope Gigi and Perry will find a way to reconcile in book #3.
Overall, I loved this book. It stands very well on its own for those who have not yet read the first book in the Campfire series, though I recommend that book too. I can't wait to see what happens in book #3!
*Review copy provided by the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.
alstrath's review against another edition
5.0
A fun read.
A lovely read. Gigi & Jamie get the comission of a lifetime, designing a wedding dress for a royal bride.
The story is light and fun, with a few elements of drama thrown in. The whole angle of a Royal Wedding is brilliant.
Gigi sometimes drives you nuts because she tends to overthink things or not think things through at all. But she's ultimately a beloved, flawed, normal character.
This is the second book in a series. It's not essential to have read book 1, but I think a lot of Gigi's backstory is covered there and makes you understand her better in this book.
A lovely read. Gigi & Jamie get the comission of a lifetime, designing a wedding dress for a royal bride.
The story is light and fun, with a few elements of drama thrown in. The whole angle of a Royal Wedding is brilliant.
Gigi sometimes drives you nuts because she tends to overthink things or not think things through at all. But she's ultimately a beloved, flawed, normal character.
This is the second book in a series. It's not essential to have read book 1, but I think a lot of Gigi's backstory is covered there and makes you understand her better in this book.
jilljemmett's review against another edition
5.0
I'm so excited to be reviewing this book today! I loved it.
This one is even better than the first book. The characters are more developed and have a of history together. I'm also a little biased because I love everything British, so this story was perfect for me!
The beginning is unexpected since usually in the sequel to a romance, the main couple has gotten together. Though Gigi and Perry were together at the end of One S'more Summer, they have broken up now. I liked this unconventional way to begin a sequel.
I loved the way that the things that have happened in the last four years were told gradually. Everything, including Gigi and Perry's breakup, was woven into conversations so it didn't break up the narrative. This was a great way to fill us in on what's happened in their lives without delaying the story.
I also liked the way things were like real life but slightly different. They talk about Top Designer a lot, which is just like Project Runway. Also Victoria and Prince Alexander are very much like Prince William and Kate. But there was some real pop culture in the story, because Gigi loves Downton Abbey. These little additions were so funny throughout the story.
I loved this story! I can't wait to see where the story goes in the third book.
I received a copy of this book from Xpresso Book Tours.
This one is even better than the first book. The characters are more developed and have a of history together. I'm also a little biased because I love everything British, so this story was perfect for me!
The beginning is unexpected since usually in the sequel to a romance, the main couple has gotten together. Though Gigi and Perry were together at the end of One S'more Summer, they have broken up now. I liked this unconventional way to begin a sequel.
I loved the way that the things that have happened in the last four years were told gradually. Everything, including Gigi and Perry's breakup, was woven into conversations so it didn't break up the narrative. This was a great way to fill us in on what's happened in their lives without delaying the story.
I also liked the way things were like real life but slightly different. They talk about Top Designer a lot, which is just like Project Runway. Also Victoria and Prince Alexander are very much like Prince William and Kate. But there was some real pop culture in the story, because Gigi loves Downton Abbey. These little additions were so funny throughout the story.
I loved this story! I can't wait to see where the story goes in the third book.
I received a copy of this book from Xpresso Book Tours.