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3.56 AVERAGE
I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley for an honest review.
I'm going to be honest - I didn't like this book, and if I hadn't been reading an ARC, I would not have finished it. Sara is a Patent Lawyer and somehow gets saddled with being Ethan Phelps (who is a 35-year old man, btw) court-appointed guardian. Ethan doesn't like having a court appointed guardian, and has already run three others off.
Ethan's father passed away - he was the President of a multi-million dollar company and didn't have a will (another point I found not believable). Ethan owned 15% of the company - only problem is Ethan is a loser alcoholic who doesn't feel like doing anything but spending his $30k per month allowance on booze.
Once Sara becomes his guardian, he immediately dislikes her. He even moves himself into her "flat" (this book felt more like it was set in London than NY). Sara and Ethan had ZERO chemistry. NONE.
There are two very big problems with this book. The first is the absolute lack of character development. Why is Ethan an alcoholic? Was he ignored as a child? We don't know. It's never discussed, other than Sara saying he needs someone to believe in him. Sara is a "prude" who has a crush on someone who views her as a sister. The fact that Sara, a Patent lawyer, would be assigned as a financial guardian made no sense. Ethan and his brother clearly didn't get along, but that was never pursued. We're just supposed to read and be happy with the results.
The biggest problem with this book, however, was Ethan. He was not a likable hero, or someone you found yourself rooting for. Maybe if the author had Ethan explain what happened that made him the way he was, I might have felt something for him. Instead, I just felt that he was a lazy, spoiled rich kid who had a f&*k you world attitude.
One other note - there were way too many pronouns used for a book told in the third person. It was often hard to know who was telling the story.
It's hard to recommend a book when you really don't like the characters, and sadly, I didn't really care for these.
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I'm going to be honest - I didn't like this book, and if I hadn't been reading an ARC, I would not have finished it. Sara is a Patent Lawyer and somehow gets saddled with being Ethan Phelps (who is a 35-year old man, btw) court-appointed guardian. Ethan doesn't like having a court appointed guardian, and has already run three others off.
Ethan's father passed away - he was the President of a multi-million dollar company and didn't have a will (another point I found not believable). Ethan owned 15% of the company - only problem is Ethan is a loser alcoholic who doesn't feel like doing anything but spending his $30k per month allowance on booze.
Once Sara becomes his guardian, he immediately dislikes her. He even moves himself into her "flat" (this book felt more like it was set in London than NY). Sara and Ethan had ZERO chemistry. NONE.
There are two very big problems with this book. The first is the absolute lack of character development. Why is Ethan an alcoholic? Was he ignored as a child? We don't know. It's never discussed, other than Sara saying he needs someone to believe in him. Sara is a "prude" who has a crush on someone who views her as a sister. The fact that Sara, a Patent lawyer, would be assigned as a financial guardian made no sense. Ethan and his brother clearly didn't get along, but that was never pursued. We're just supposed to read and be happy with the results.
The biggest problem with this book, however, was Ethan. He was not a likable hero, or someone you found yourself rooting for. Maybe if the author had Ethan explain what happened that made him the way he was, I might have felt something for him. Instead, I just felt that he was a lazy, spoiled rich kid who had a f&*k you world attitude.
One other note - there were way too many pronouns used for a book told in the third person. It was often hard to know who was telling the story.
It's hard to recommend a book when you really don't like the characters, and sadly, I didn't really care for these.
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funny
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:
Yes
This was a cute little read but not very believable at times it makes for a fun read for a lazy afternoon and while it is worth a go and it did make me chuckle at times I did not really care for Ethan he was such a baby at times
A really hilarious and heart warming story about a lawyer and her court-appointed ward.
I'll admit, I wasn't that into the story in the beginning (the first 20ish %), but as soon as Ethan and Sara met
I'll admit, I wasn't that into the story in the beginning (the first 20ish %), but as soon as Ethan and Sara met
This book was really funny and that is, of course, the number one thing I look for in a Rom Com. The "battle" between the two main characters was ridiculous, but that is what made it even better. Them trying to one up each other. Ethan trying to annoy Sara, while Sara tried to reign in Ethan was just a hoot to read.
While the characters had some baggage, I do wish the author would have explored and explained that a bit more. We saw the results and were sort of told a back story, but I wanted more. I truly liked both characters though. They were smart and driven to beat the other. Some of their shenanigans were just outright hilarious.
I would love to see a sequel to this book, showing the two of them dating. That could be really funny also. I think the author was setting up a sequel for Sara's sister Eva. That would also be a good read. I recommend this book to everyone who wants a good snicker and likes a hate/love romance. Great book!
*I received a copy of this book from Netgalley and have given a completely honest review*
While the characters had some baggage, I do wish the author would have explored and explained that a bit more. We saw the results and were sort of told a back story, but I wanted more. I truly liked both characters though. They were smart and driven to beat the other. Some of their shenanigans were just outright hilarious.
I would love to see a sequel to this book, showing the two of them dating. That could be really funny also. I think the author was setting up a sequel for Sara's sister Eva. That would also be a good read. I recommend this book to everyone who wants a good snicker and likes a hate/love romance. Great book!
*I received a copy of this book from Netgalley and have given a completely honest review*
This book returns to the Anna Premoli books I love after a couple of not so hot ones ([b:Until Love Do Us Part|34225363|Until Love Do Us Part|Anna Premoli|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1486811324s/34225363.jpg|41056162] and [b:Stuck with You: A fun, feisty romance|35952881|Stuck with You A fun, feisty romance|Anna Premoli|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1508344988s/35952881.jpg|47275994]).
Sara Di Giovanni is an patent lawyer of Italian origins, her family run a restaurant in Brooklyn. She is tenacious, hard-working, a bit of a prude and has no social life to speak of.
Ethan Phelps is the ne'er do well youngest son of one of the founders of the Phelps & Phelps department stores to massive conglomerate. When Ethan's father dies unexpectedly Ethan inherits 15% of the family business. After a disastrous shareholders' meeting in which Ethan behaves appallingly he is given a Court-appointed guardian to oversee his finances and prevent him from making poor decisions in relation to his crucial shareholding (holding which gives the Phelps family control of the majority of the shares and therefore able to direct the company). Ethan is the epitome of a wealthy Manhattan Trustafarian, constantly drinking, constantly partying, spending money like water and mocking the hard work of others.
After the three previous guardians resign in quick succession after Ethan blackmails, infuriates or otherwise pushes them over the edge, Judge Richter decides that, despite her lack of experience in the area, Sara would be an ideal guardian (based on her dogged arguing of a patent infringement case and constant raising of objections).
What follows is kind of reminiscent of a Doris Day and Rock Hudson film, Sara is clever and although Ethan tries lots of ways to get her to quit she soon gets the better of him, every time (so okay that's probably the opposite of the Doris Day films where Rock Hudson's character always got the better of her character). It's funny, the characters are engaging and the story moves along briskly.
I also really liked the way the book ended, the HEA was measured, although it was a bit wordy I admit, and commensurate with the way that Ethan and Sara's relationship developed.
Overall, if you like a billionaire meets his match, romantic comedy, battle-of-the-sexes, Manhattan v Brooklyn kind of novel I think you'll love this.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
Bumped for release.
Sara Di Giovanni is an patent lawyer of Italian origins, her family run a restaurant in Brooklyn. She is tenacious, hard-working, a bit of a prude and has no social life to speak of.
Ethan Phelps is the ne'er do well youngest son of one of the founders of the Phelps & Phelps department stores to massive conglomerate. When Ethan's father dies unexpectedly Ethan inherits 15% of the family business. After a disastrous shareholders' meeting in which Ethan behaves appallingly he is given a Court-appointed guardian to oversee his finances and prevent him from making poor decisions in relation to his crucial shareholding (holding which gives the Phelps family control of the majority of the shares and therefore able to direct the company). Ethan is the epitome of a wealthy Manhattan Trustafarian, constantly drinking, constantly partying, spending money like water and mocking the hard work of others.
After the three previous guardians resign in quick succession after Ethan blackmails, infuriates or otherwise pushes them over the edge, Judge Richter decides that, despite her lack of experience in the area, Sara would be an ideal guardian (based on her dogged arguing of a patent infringement case and constant raising of objections).
What follows is kind of reminiscent of a Doris Day and Rock Hudson film, Sara is clever and although Ethan tries lots of ways to get her to quit she soon gets the better of him, every time (so okay that's probably the opposite of the Doris Day films where Rock Hudson's character always got the better of her character). It's funny, the characters are engaging and the story moves along briskly.
I also really liked the way the book ended, the HEA was measured, although it was a bit wordy I admit, and commensurate with the way that Ethan and Sara's relationship developed.
Overall, if you like a billionaire meets his match, romantic comedy, battle-of-the-sexes, Manhattan v Brooklyn kind of novel I think you'll love this.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
Bumped for release.
A really hilarious and heart warming story about a lawyer and her court-appointed ward.
I'll admit, I wasn't that into the story in the beginning (the first 20ish %), but as soon as Ethan and Sara met
I'll admit, I wasn't that into the story in the beginning (the first 20ish %), but as soon as Ethan and Sara met
Accidentally in Love is an entertaining book about a romance developing between an unlikely pair. Sara di Giovanni is a straight-laced New York lawyer with strong ties to her working-class family. Ethan Phelps is a spoiled playboy alcoholic with behavior issues and lots of money. When his father dies, he inherits a significant share of his business, but is deemed unable to manage his own affairs and required to have a court appointed guardian.
Despite appearances, Ethan is intelligent and devious, running off three top lawyers appointed as his guardian in hopes of regaining his freedom. However, when Sara is appointed as his newest guardian, it seems that he may have met his match. Sara is tenacious and refuses to back down to his tactics, but she also sees potential in Ethan. Eventually sparks begin to fly.
The interactions between Ethan and Sara are incredibly entertaining at times and you can't help but root for her as she outwits this trust-fund baby who is unused to meeting resistance. The development of the romance is a bit slower than you might expect and I was glad to see that. It is certainly cheesy at times and predictable, but still a fun ride. I was a bit bothered by the unprofessionalism of some of the situations that Sara finds herself in as guardian to Ethan. I think the author does try to maintain a semblance of Sara caring about professionalism near the end of the book, which I appreciated, but frankly some of the situations were a bit unrealistic for such a dedicated lawyer with a strong moral compass. Entertaining, but unrealistic.
Overall, I found this to be a light read with some very funny moments and a great slow-burn romance, but unsurprising and somewhat problematic if you want a realistic take on things. However, if you enjoy love-to-hate relationships and strong female characters, this might be worth picking up! I was provided with a copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Despite appearances, Ethan is intelligent and devious, running off three top lawyers appointed as his guardian in hopes of regaining his freedom. However, when Sara is appointed as his newest guardian, it seems that he may have met his match. Sara is tenacious and refuses to back down to his tactics, but she also sees potential in Ethan. Eventually sparks begin to fly.
The interactions between Ethan and Sara are incredibly entertaining at times and you can't help but root for her as she outwits this trust-fund baby who is unused to meeting resistance. The development of the romance is a bit slower than you might expect and I was glad to see that. It is certainly cheesy at times and predictable, but still a fun ride. I was a bit bothered by the unprofessionalism of some of the situations that Sara finds herself in as guardian to Ethan. I think the author does try to maintain a semblance of Sara caring about professionalism near the end of the book, which I appreciated, but frankly some of the situations were a bit unrealistic for such a dedicated lawyer with a strong moral compass. Entertaining, but unrealistic.
Overall, I found this to be a light read with some very funny moments and a great slow-burn romance, but unsurprising and somewhat problematic if you want a realistic take on things. However, if you enjoy love-to-hate relationships and strong female characters, this might be worth picking up! I was provided with a copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes