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shanno_h0's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
nikkideeley's review against another edition
5.0
Another absolutely gorgeous book by Holly Martin - I can’t get enough of her stories! This book was tender and warm and so easy to fall in love with!
jen_a_b's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
phaneem's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
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
3.5
hobbitualreader's review against another edition
5.0
'The Village looked beautiful basked in the rosy glow of the sun as she drove down the hill towards the cluster of whitewashed cottages. It was peaceful and quiet. There was a tiny duck pond,glinting pink and gold as the little white ducks bobbed on the water, an old beamed pub called charmingly The Peacock's Pride, a tiny shop, and that was it. Life here would be as idyllic and quiet as the village itself.'
My Rating - 5/5 Stars
I've been in a bit of a reading slump over the past few days, and I knew what I really wanted to read was something light-hearted and easy to relax with. With everything that's going on in the world right now, I needed something to distract me from all the bad news, so I browsed through the Prime Reading section of my Kindle and came across A Home On Bramble Hill by Holly Martin.
From the first page I was drawn into this brilliant Romantic Comedy. Joy is a very intriguing character that has a deep secret. After travelling the world, and living in so many places, she's hoping that Bramble Hill will be her forever home. She's had a difficult past, but despite this she has an optimistic outlook on life, and truly lives up to her name, even when the locals take a dislike to her.
Finn is Joy's neighbour and he's adamant that he won't get involved with Joy. With her zest for life and optimistic outlook, she's everything he needs right now; but he's had a difficult past too, and he's determined that he won't be burned again. Yet, as the locals become more vicious towards her, he can't help but step in, and the more time he spends with her, the harder it becomes for him to keep away.
Another character that deserves to be mentioned is Casey, who is the first person to make Joy feel welcome. I loved his character, and although he's a secondary character I couldn't help but wish for his happy ending too. His brother Zach however, let's just say I couldn't warm to him. You'll see for yourself why if you get a chance to read this book.
My Thoughts
I really enjoyed this book and it's easily a five star rating from me. The story moved quickly enough to be interesting, but didn't feel rushed. It made me laugh out loud several times, Finn frustrated me to no end with his sheer stubbornness, and everyone needs a friend like Casey in their life.
I wouldn't say this was just a Romantic Comedy though. There was more to it than that, with the animosity of the local villagers adding an element of danger, and mysterious crimes lending an air of mystery.
This book not only broke my reading slump, but also inspired me to get back into reviewing again. Holly Martin has gained a new fan, and I can't wait to read more of her work.
My Rating - 5/5 Stars
I've been in a bit of a reading slump over the past few days, and I knew what I really wanted to read was something light-hearted and easy to relax with. With everything that's going on in the world right now, I needed something to distract me from all the bad news, so I browsed through the Prime Reading section of my Kindle and came across A Home On Bramble Hill by Holly Martin.
From the first page I was drawn into this brilliant Romantic Comedy. Joy is a very intriguing character that has a deep secret. After travelling the world, and living in so many places, she's hoping that Bramble Hill will be her forever home. She's had a difficult past, but despite this she has an optimistic outlook on life, and truly lives up to her name, even when the locals take a dislike to her.
Finn is Joy's neighbour and he's adamant that he won't get involved with Joy. With her zest for life and optimistic outlook, she's everything he needs right now; but he's had a difficult past too, and he's determined that he won't be burned again. Yet, as the locals become more vicious towards her, he can't help but step in, and the more time he spends with her, the harder it becomes for him to keep away.
Another character that deserves to be mentioned is Casey, who is the first person to make Joy feel welcome. I loved his character, and although he's a secondary character I couldn't help but wish for his happy ending too. His brother Zach however, let's just say I couldn't warm to him. You'll see for yourself why if you get a chance to read this book.
My Thoughts
I really enjoyed this book and it's easily a five star rating from me. The story moved quickly enough to be interesting, but didn't feel rushed. It made me laugh out loud several times, Finn frustrated me to no end with his sheer stubbornness, and everyone needs a friend like Casey in their life.
I wouldn't say this was just a Romantic Comedy though. There was more to it than that, with the animosity of the local villagers adding an element of danger, and mysterious crimes lending an air of mystery.
This book not only broke my reading slump, but also inspired me to get back into reviewing again. Holly Martin has gained a new fan, and I can't wait to read more of her work.
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