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eesh25's review
5.0
I have fond memories of this book Very fond. And in this case, that somehow translates to me having no desire to read it again. I first read it in 2013, I think. Now, I just got a two-month Scribd trial and the audiobook was available, so I thought I'd listen to an hour or so of it, which I did.
I still love the way the book is written. Ruthie Knox's style of narration is my favourite thing about her books. And the audiobook narrator does a good. It doesn't quite fit with the way the book sounds in my head (that has to do with my fondness for the book), and I didn't quite buy the Seductive British Guy voice coming from an American woman in a recording studio, but it was still good. And I'm not sure why that prompted me to write a review, but here it is. That also likely has to do with my fondness—a word that's just about lost all meaning with the amount of times I've used in this very short review.
Anyway, that's all I have to say. I only listened to about an hour and half of it, and enjoyed it.
I still love the way the book is written. Ruthie Knox's style of narration is my favourite thing about her books. And the audiobook narrator does a good. It doesn't quite fit with the way the book sounds in my head (that has to do with my fondness for the book), and I didn't quite buy the Seductive British Guy voice coming from an American woman in a recording studio, but it was still good. And I'm not sure why that prompted me to write a review, but here it is. That also likely has to do with my fondness—a word that's just about lost all meaning with the amount of times I've used in this very short review.
Anyway, that's all I have to say. I only listened to about an hour and half of it, and enjoyed it.
jackiehorne's review
4.0
See full review at ROMANCE NOVELS FOR FEMINISTS:
http://romancenovelsforfeminists.blogspot.com/2013/01/e-books-wonkiness-and-feminism-some.html
http://romancenovelsforfeminists.blogspot.com/2013/01/e-books-wonkiness-and-feminism-some.html
mandaailey's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-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
3.0
The love story itself was fine, but the narration of the audiobook was awful. The narrator couldn't decide what accent to use. So every 5th word or so sounded British and some a weird amalgamation.
charms1976's review
3.0
I first heard about this book from some of my favorite blog buddies after seeing them rave about it. I didn't purchase it right away because I wanted to read more reviews about it before clicking on the Buy Now button on Amazon. I wanted to get a wide range of reviews on this book because the positive reviews were huge. So I finally decided to just go ahead and buy it. I actually was able to read this within a few hours from start to finish.
First of all I will say that "City" -- aka Nev -- is one hot piece of eye candy. Rich, sophisticated, artsy, and hot in bed is just a few qualities this man possesses. He is the whole package and more. It is true that he does have some flaws such as having a hard time just standing up to his overbearing mother and brother, but I was willing to overlook it since the author was obviously using this as part of the plot motive.
Cath was my main button pusher of this book. This girl has had a hard life, but come on. She had so many witchy moments that I wanted to slap her. Here she has this great guy willing to do such great things for her and she lets her past interfere with her emotions. I can understand being afraid of being burnt again in the love department, but she took it a little too far.
One of my favorite parts of this book was when Cath explained her tattoo's on her body. They had significant meanings, but the whole scene was emotion packed. Also, there is quite a bit of sex scenes in this book, but they are not overly done. Sure the first few are hot and descriptive, but the following ones are perfectly balanced for the book.
Ruthie Knox has a great writing style and the book flowed nicely. The only real problem for me was the character of Cath. I just couldn't bring myself to enjoy her that much. Heck, City's Mom was more entertaining to me than the main character and she was a cruel lady.
For a quick and entertaining read this one filled the bill. Just don't get your hopes too high in loving the heroine. The hero of this book is the one you need to anticipate because City truly stole the book for the wow factor.
First of all I will say that "City" -- aka Nev -- is one hot piece of eye candy. Rich, sophisticated, artsy, and hot in bed is just a few qualities this man possesses. He is the whole package and more. It is true that he does have some flaws such as having a hard time just standing up to his overbearing mother and brother, but I was willing to overlook it since the author was obviously using this as part of the plot motive.
Cath was my main button pusher of this book. This girl has had a hard life, but come on. She had so many witchy moments that I wanted to slap her. Here she has this great guy willing to do such great things for her and she lets her past interfere with her emotions. I can understand being afraid of being burnt again in the love department, but she took it a little too far.
One of my favorite parts of this book was when Cath explained her tattoo's on her body. They had significant meanings, but the whole scene was emotion packed. Also, there is quite a bit of sex scenes in this book, but they are not overly done. Sure the first few are hot and descriptive, but the following ones are perfectly balanced for the book.
Ruthie Knox has a great writing style and the book flowed nicely. The only real problem for me was the character of Cath. I just couldn't bring myself to enjoy her that much. Heck, City's Mom was more entertaining to me than the main character and she was a cruel lady.
For a quick and entertaining read this one filled the bill. Just don't get your hopes too high in loving the heroine. The hero of this book is the one you need to anticipate because City truly stole the book for the wow factor.
nitzanschwarz's review
5.0
This book was such a surprise because it was absolutely amazing! I loved everything about this book, from the writing to the plot to the characters, and I strongly recommend it for those, like me, who like a good romance and a scorching couple!
I loved Cath and Nev (poor him, getting a name like Neville!)
There was just something so endearing about Cath; how she could basically win over anyone with her spunk and personality, but had no idea of her worth. How she tried to stay away for all the good reasons, how she simply couldn’t. The way she behaved and the way she talked.
I loved Cath and Nev (poor him, getting a name like Neville!)
There was just something so endearing about Cath; how she could basically win over anyone with her spunk and personality, but had no idea of her worth. How she tried to stay away for all the good reasons, how she simply couldn’t. The way she behaved and the way she talked.
And Nev… well, he was simply charming, sweet, gorgeous and wicked in bed. What’s not to like?
I loved their relationship; aside for the emotional part—how they fit and how they behaved and loved one another, how it built and how it came across, I have to say one more thing about their relationship (if you recognize the quote you get a virtual hug):
I loved their relationship; aside for the emotional part—how they fit and how they behaved and loved one another, how it built and how it came across, I have to say one more thing about their relationship (if you recognize the quote you get a virtual hug):
“Holy Hawt Chemistry, Batman!”
There were never truer words.
I love their relationship and them in general so much that I cried for them. It was simply heartbreaking! (and I'm not usually a crier...)
I was also so sad for them because of Cath’s condition. I hope they’ll somewhat raise a family anyway (and yes, I’m aware they’re not real people. Shut up. They felt real enough! I’m going to imagine their happily ever after, okay? Now leave me alone to it ~sniff sniff~)
I loved that despite there being enough drama, heartbreak and angst (I mean, hello – I cried!), it didn’t last long. At least not long for the readers. Yay! That’s a really good thing cause my heart was breaking as it is.
I loved where it ended, despite my wanting an even more perfect happily-ever-after for this amazing couple. There was something perfect still about this whole thing.
I kind of wish there will be another book, maybe about Cath’s boss, which will feature Cath and Nev so I can see what happened with them next (yep, I totally want a book about another character for the sole purpose of catching a glimpse of this couple again. I’m truly hopeless.)
I kind of wish there will be another book, maybe about Cath’s boss, which will feature Cath and Nev so I can see what happened with them next (yep, I totally want a book about another character for the sole purpose of catching a glimpse of this couple again. I’m truly hopeless.)
I also loved the side characters. Even though they gave them hell, I never hated them, which was good cause they proved themselves in the end. Well, his mother did, anyhow.
And here I’ll end this messy, jumbled-up review.
pamgodwin's review
5.0
Hooked from page one, I found Cath's perspective of life and people both endearing and eccentric. Of course, I won't deny it was City's two-fold personality that glued my heavy-lidded eyes to the pages. I loved, loved, loved the significance of the tattoos, especially the final one [fill in this blank with the hollow thump of heartache]. My only irritation was the amount of inner monologue, swollen in places where I would've prefered communication. It takes a lot of convincing to use lack of communication as a tool for conflict. Still, I gushed over this story and will certainly read it again.
lifeand100books's review
5.0
I'm pretty sure I've re-read this about four times in the past four months. LOVE this story.
fishgirl182's review
4.0
I was really surprised by how much I liked this book. I am not usually a big contemporary romance fan, but I saw an interview with author Ruthie Knox (from Bea’s Book Nook) where she talked about romance and knitting, two of my favorite things, that convinced me to give this one a try. Luckily it was still available on NetGalley and I was able to get an e-ARC of it. I am so glad I did, too. This is probably one of the best contemporary romances I’ve read all year. Sweet and funny, with great dialogue, About Last Night will leaving you wanting more of Cath and Nev and Ruthie Knox’s writing.
This is one of those romances where it starts off as “just for fun,” sex with no strings, even though it’s pretty obvious to all parties that it’s not. In this case it’s Cath who keeps Nev at arm’s length. Having made some pretty big mistakes in her life, a reminder of which she tattoes onto her body, Cath is reluctant to get involved with Nev. Her instincts have always been wrong and if her feelings for Nev are any indication, he could be her biggest mistake yet. And sweet, charming Nev plays along with this game while pursuing Cath relentlessly.
Let me just say that I am kind of in love with Nev. A witty Englishman with an artistic streak who’s also a beast in the bedroom? Yes, please! He’s not perfect by any means, with an uptight and overbearing family and some mommy issues, but he is pretty dreamy overall. And the love scenes are HOT! I definitely felt the chemistry between them and the sex is intense but also tender and playful at times.
Cath is a more difficult character of the two. While Nev has some issues to work through, he’s not as emotionally guarded as Cath. It’s hard not to get frustrated with her as she keeps pushing Nev further and further away. She can be pretty pig headed and sometimes I felt that her actions towards Nev bordered on cruel. But hidden behind her smart mouth and attitude is a very insecure person who doesn’t believe that she deserves love or happiness. It was really interesting to see her character evolve over the course of the book and I was rooting for her and Nev to have their happily ever after.
Just a brief note about the knitting. Yes, I love when my worlds collide and there’s a bit of knitting in a book. I loved the small knitting references and the fact that Cath is working on a knitting exhibit for the V&A. It’s clear that Knox knows what she’s talking about but non-knitters won’t be put off by it. I would not consider this “knit lit” but a book that happens to have some knitting references in it. Those who do knit will get a little kick out of having some insider knowledge (Tudor Roses, indeed).
If you’re looking for a fun, contemporary read that still packs an emotional punch, look no further and pick up About Last Night ASAP.
*I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This, in no way, affected my opinion or review of this book.
This is one of those romances where it starts off as “just for fun,” sex with no strings, even though it’s pretty obvious to all parties that it’s not. In this case it’s Cath who keeps Nev at arm’s length. Having made some pretty big mistakes in her life, a reminder of which she tattoes onto her body, Cath is reluctant to get involved with Nev. Her instincts have always been wrong and if her feelings for Nev are any indication, he could be her biggest mistake yet. And sweet, charming Nev plays along with this game while pursuing Cath relentlessly.
Let me just say that I am kind of in love with Nev. A witty Englishman with an artistic streak who’s also a beast in the bedroom? Yes, please! He’s not perfect by any means, with an uptight and overbearing family and some mommy issues, but he is pretty dreamy overall. And the love scenes are HOT! I definitely felt the chemistry between them and the sex is intense but also tender and playful at times.
Cath is a more difficult character of the two. While Nev has some issues to work through, he’s not as emotionally guarded as Cath. It’s hard not to get frustrated with her as she keeps pushing Nev further and further away. She can be pretty pig headed and sometimes I felt that her actions towards Nev bordered on cruel. But hidden behind her smart mouth and attitude is a very insecure person who doesn’t believe that she deserves love or happiness. It was really interesting to see her character evolve over the course of the book and I was rooting for her and Nev to have their happily ever after.
Just a brief note about the knitting. Yes, I love when my worlds collide and there’s a bit of knitting in a book. I loved the small knitting references and the fact that Cath is working on a knitting exhibit for the V&A. It’s clear that Knox knows what she’s talking about but non-knitters won’t be put off by it. I would not consider this “knit lit” but a book that happens to have some knitting references in it. Those who do knit will get a little kick out of having some insider knowledge (Tudor Roses, indeed).
If you’re looking for a fun, contemporary read that still packs an emotional punch, look no further and pick up About Last Night ASAP.
*I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This, in no way, affected my opinion or review of this book.
tessisreading2's review
1.0
It's unfortunate that this is set in the UK, because nobody seems British at all. Our hero is named Neville Chamberlain (yes, really). His stuffy older brother is named Winston. We're told that this is on purpose - at least Neville's name is - because his father simply liked the historical connection, which feels like a weird thing for an upper-class British family to do. No explanation is given for Winston. British characters' dialogue is redolent of pip-pip-cheerio; it's just all very awkward, because they sound American until they throw in lines like "Don't you fancy me?" The heroine has an interesting job - museum curator overseeing an exhibit of hand-knitting - and the hero has an over-the-top awful family who want to force him into marriage using a job at the family bank as leverage, which is outlined in a way that makes me think the author doesn't really understand the UK banking industry. Which, fine, it's not like I do either, but it just adds to the feeling that we're reading a book set in Twee Fanfiction London rather than Actual London.
Anyway, as the book proceeds the plot ends up being equally obnoxious: I liked the idea of this book, and a lot of the ideas in this book, but I felt the execution was just a hot mess. YMMV.
Anyway, as the book proceeds the plot ends up being equally obnoxious: