Take a photo of a barcode or cover
3.67 AVERAGE
3.67 AVERAGE
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
It’s All Sun and Games by Portia MacIntosh
Rating: 4/5
Release Date: 11 July 2024
When Robin learns she's going on a work trip to Italy, she's thrilled about the break from routine and the opportunity to impress her work crush, James, away from the office and outshine her rival, Liz.
The trip becomes even more enticing when Robin realises the destination is the hometown of her childhood penpal, Andrea, providing a chance to reconnect. However, Andrea isn't who Robin expected, complicating matters. Amidst delicious Italian food and work obligations, the week promises sun, games, and unexpected romance.
This book was a quick read, typical of Portia MacIntosh's work. It's a perfect beach read, featuring travel, vacations, weddings, a fake relationship, and the classic 'one bed' scenario.
MacIntosh's descriptive writing immerses you in the setting, and the charming family dynamics and quirky side characters enhance the experience. The flirtation and humour are on point, reflecting MacIntosh's signature style. The Italian translating provided perfect comedic relief.
However, I felt the male lead's reaction to the female lead's work requirements was overly dramatic and could have been toned down.
Although the romance is closed-door, a bit more spice would have been appreciated.
Overall, it's an enjoyable summer read that I highly recommend.
Thank you so much to NetGalley, Boldwood Books, and the author, Portia MacIntosh, for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest and fair review.
Rating: 4/5
Release Date: 11 July 2024
When Robin learns she's going on a work trip to Italy, she's thrilled about the break from routine and the opportunity to impress her work crush, James, away from the office and outshine her rival, Liz.
The trip becomes even more enticing when Robin realises the destination is the hometown of her childhood penpal, Andrea, providing a chance to reconnect. However, Andrea isn't who Robin expected, complicating matters. Amidst delicious Italian food and work obligations, the week promises sun, games, and unexpected romance.
This book was a quick read, typical of Portia MacIntosh's work. It's a perfect beach read, featuring travel, vacations, weddings, a fake relationship, and the classic 'one bed' scenario.
MacIntosh's descriptive writing immerses you in the setting, and the charming family dynamics and quirky side characters enhance the experience. The flirtation and humour are on point, reflecting MacIntosh's signature style. The Italian translating provided perfect comedic relief.
However, I felt the male lead's reaction to the female lead's work requirements was overly dramatic and could have been toned down.
Although the romance is closed-door, a bit more spice would have been appreciated.
Overall, it's an enjoyable summer read that I highly recommend.
Thank you so much to NetGalley, Boldwood Books, and the author, Portia MacIntosh, for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest and fair review.
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
funny
hopeful
reflective
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
dark
funny
hopeful
informative
reflective
tense
medium-paced
It’s All Sun and Games is a cute, summer romance novel perfect for beach reading. With a sweet romance, witty dialog, and in a beautiful setting, you can’t really ask for more.
Robin isn’t happy as her life isn’t going as planned but a work trip to Italy has the chance to change everything. While in Italy, Robin decides to meet up with her old pen pal who turns out a bit different than expected. A mix of fake dating, only one bed, and some old friends turned to lovers tropes really makes this book.
The worst part for me was that this was my first Portia MacIntosh novel and now I need to add her entire backlist to my TBR. Would highly recommend!
Thank you Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC!
Robin isn’t happy as her life isn’t going as planned but a work trip to Italy has the chance to change everything. While in Italy, Robin decides to meet up with her old pen pal who turns out a bit different than expected. A mix of fake dating, only one bed, and some old friends turned to lovers tropes really makes this book.
The worst part for me was that this was my first Portia MacIntosh novel and now I need to add her entire backlist to my TBR. Would highly recommend!
Thank you Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC!
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced