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3.84 AVERAGE
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
BOOK: Georgie, All Along
AUTHOR: @kateclayborn.author
RATING: 4.5/5 stars
GENRE: Fiction/Contemporary Romance
PUBLISHER: @kensingstonbooks
PUB DATE: 1/24/23
SYNOPSIS: Georgie Mulcahy grew up in her hometown of Darentville, VA and was best friends with Bel. The two girls shared different personalities; Bel the straight-A student on the straight and narrow, and Georgie who always loved living in the moment and not really applying herself academically. Fast forward several years and Georgie finds herself working as a PA for several in the entertainment industry in LA. 3 years after working hard for Nadia, Nadia decides she wants to retire and tells Georgie that she should now do all the things she’s ever wanted to do. Trouble is, Georgie has never really had a “Grand Plan” in place. She decides to move back home to her parents’ and help out Bel, who is now 8 months pregnant with a new home in Darentville.
Georgie arrives back in town while her parents have taken a trip away for a few weeks to travel. But a surprise awaits Georgie when an unexpected, handsome guest (Levi Fanning, a.k.a Georgie’s childhood crush’s older brother) also arrives to stay at her parents’ while his home is having repairs. A mix-up of sorts by her parents. They’d forgotten they had previously promised Levi that he could stay while they were away. The two see their predicament, but respectfully decide to share the place over the course of the next few weeks.
While helping her best friend unpack boxes the next day, Georgie’s and Bel’s 8th grade “friendfic” notebook is rediscovered, and it’s chocked full of their childhood dares & dreams. Georgie is left realizing there are so many things she’s never fulfilled and accomplished. This sets in motion an enlightening journey for her over the course of several months.
REVIEW:
This was a sweet and sometimes funny story about the life of Georgie, and how not everyone grows up knowing exactly what they want to be when they grow up and what direction their adult life with take them. It’s full of endearing moments, a little romance and spice, and it definitely warmed my heart!
AUTHOR: @kateclayborn.author
RATING: 4.5/5 stars
GENRE: Fiction/Contemporary Romance
PUBLISHER: @kensingstonbooks
PUB DATE: 1/24/23
SYNOPSIS: Georgie Mulcahy grew up in her hometown of Darentville, VA and was best friends with Bel. The two girls shared different personalities; Bel the straight-A student on the straight and narrow, and Georgie who always loved living in the moment and not really applying herself academically. Fast forward several years and Georgie finds herself working as a PA for several in the entertainment industry in LA. 3 years after working hard for Nadia, Nadia decides she wants to retire and tells Georgie that she should now do all the things she’s ever wanted to do. Trouble is, Georgie has never really had a “Grand Plan” in place. She decides to move back home to her parents’ and help out Bel, who is now 8 months pregnant with a new home in Darentville.
Georgie arrives back in town while her parents have taken a trip away for a few weeks to travel. But a surprise awaits Georgie when an unexpected, handsome guest (Levi Fanning, a.k.a Georgie’s childhood crush’s older brother) also arrives to stay at her parents’ while his home is having repairs. A mix-up of sorts by her parents. They’d forgotten they had previously promised Levi that he could stay while they were away. The two see their predicament, but respectfully decide to share the place over the course of the next few weeks.
While helping her best friend unpack boxes the next day, Georgie’s and Bel’s 8th grade “friendfic” notebook is rediscovered, and it’s chocked full of their childhood dares & dreams. Georgie is left realizing there are so many things she’s never fulfilled and accomplished. This sets in motion an enlightening journey for her over the course of several months.
REVIEW:
This was a sweet and sometimes funny story about the life of Georgie, and how not everyone grows up knowing exactly what they want to be when they grow up and what direction their adult life with take them. It’s full of endearing moments, a little romance and spice, and it definitely warmed my heart!
I thought this one started slow but really got good midway through and then I could barely put it down. Loved the romance but also the focus on all kinds of relationships- family and platonic too.
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
3.5 - Cute story, I just wanted more depth and chemistry from the main characters. Their relationship didn’t always feel authentic. But I loved the dog and small town vibes!
emotional
funny
hopeful
slow-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
Meh, seemed a bit typical overall and nothing seemed to really happen. The characters were a bit more compelling, but the pace was slow. Also, I usually love alternating perspectives, but it just didn’t work for me with this book.
Thank you to Kensington Books for providing this ARC via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
My first 5 star read of 2023! I am so, so glad I was able to read this one early through NetGalley. What a wonderful, fully enveloping book this was. From the first few pages I felt like I was able to just really sink into this story and become a part of it.
This isn't just a typical romance book at all. Friendships play a huge part, family and re-strengthening your bonds with them, and self-discovery as well are all big focuses too.
Some of my favourite things:
-Grumpy/sunshine
-Dual narrative
-HANK and Levi and Georgie both being such big dog lovers
-Levi all around in general
-The hospital scene!!
-The steamy parts were done SO well - there's only a few of them but they are WORTH the wait
There wasn't anything I didn't love about this book. I will definitely be recommending this one a lot!
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Description: Honest and deeply emotional, Georgie, All Along is a smart, tender must-read for everyone who’s ever wondered about the life that got away . . .
Genre: Contemporary romances; Multiple perspectives
Themes: Bouncing back; Home again; Love in a small town
Character: Complex
Storyline: Character-driven; Intricately plotted
Pace: Leisurely paced
Tone: Heartwarming; Moving; Reflective
Writing Style: Engaging
My first 5 star read of 2023! I am so, so glad I was able to read this one early through NetGalley. What a wonderful, fully enveloping book this was. From the first few pages I felt like I was able to just really sink into this story and become a part of it.
This isn't just a typical romance book at all. Friendships play a huge part, family and re-strengthening your bonds with them, and self-discovery as well are all big focuses too.
Some of my favourite things:
-Grumpy/sunshine
-Dual narrative
-HANK and Levi and Georgie both being such big dog lovers
-Levi all around in general
-The hospital scene!!
-The steamy parts were done SO well - there's only a few of them but they are WORTH the wait
There wasn't anything I didn't love about this book. I will definitely be recommending this one a lot!
----
Description: Honest and deeply emotional, Georgie, All Along is a smart, tender must-read for everyone who’s ever wondered about the life that got away . . .
Genre: Contemporary romances; Multiple perspectives
Themes: Bouncing back; Home again; Love in a small town
Character: Complex
Storyline: Character-driven; Intricately plotted
Pace: Leisurely paced
Tone: Heartwarming; Moving; Reflective
Writing Style: Engaging
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes