Reviews

Amy Perry's Assumptions by Laura Starkey

rowan8539064's review against another edition

5.0

Endless Jane Austen references, many classic tropes (enemies to lovers, second chance, one bed!), a fun and humorous tone whilst also reflecting on the growth of the main characters and the other important relationships in their lives, what's not to love?

xmasaddict99's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

sazzzberry's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

karryn's review against another edition

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

lifeasmrsbaker's review

3.0

trope: contemporary romance

In my opinion, this is more of a career story as opposed to a romance novel. I found the pacing of the story to be off. Sam and Amy were not my favorite main characters, and I thought Amy was pretty mean overall. I did not relate as much as I expected to this story.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

loudgls89's review against another edition

emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

donnareadathon2021's review

4.0

The story
Amy Perry grew up in a small Midland town. Her mother Lily left her and her father to discover herself, and when her father was ill with cancer and passed away, Amy continued to live with her grandmother. It’s now years later and Amy’s London life working for a publisher has imploded. Forced to leave London and return to her grandmother, Amy reconnects with her childhood friend Sam. How long can they deny their feelings for each other?

My thoughts
I recently read Rachel Ryan’s Resolutions, Laura Starkey’s debut, and love that this second book has similar vibes with a standalone story. Amy has had an emotional upbringing, but struggles to trust that the love will be there when she needs it. The “assumptions” in the book’s title are the key but Amy grows as a person to face the truth. This story has classic British writing style, lots of activities and a great focus on Amy’s professional career. A lovely read!

Read an eARC courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher
Publication date 10 January 2023
My rating 4/5 - ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

amyh969's review against another edition

lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

jamiereads's review against another edition

slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

buecher1234's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0