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rosietomyn's review against another edition
2.0
I really wanted to like Paris is Always a Good Idea by Jenn McKinlay. Sure, the premise of taking an indefinite European vacation to find onesself is a bit hokey, but I really thought I would like the book more.
Chelsea, the main character, is absolutely insufferable for most of the book. She is selfish and immature, even in her grief. Jason, while less aggravating, is also not a character I could connect to. His controlling nature is also super grating in response to a main character that is supposedly uber independent.
The places the main characters visit are the stars of the novel, as are the supporting characters. The supporting characters feels far more dimensional, interesting, and easy to connect to.
I can't say I'd recommend this one.
Chelsea, the main character, is absolutely insufferable for most of the book. She is selfish and immature, even in her grief. Jason, while less aggravating, is also not a character I could connect to. His controlling nature is also super grating in response to a main character that is supposedly uber independent.
The places the main characters visit are the stars of the novel, as are the supporting characters. The supporting characters feels far more dimensional, interesting, and easy to connect to.
I can't say I'd recommend this one.
shawnabaker's review against another edition
4.0
Totally predictable, but fun and cute! Loved the travel aspects of the story! Felt like a mini vacation!!
hndreisbach's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
kimdavishb's review against another edition
5.0
From the inviting cover to the tempting title, PARIS IS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA by Jenn McKinlay is a sweet, feel-good romance! While cozy mysteries are my typical genre, I was drawn to this book because I’m a longtime fan of the author and she did not disappoint. As the story unfolded, I found it impossible to put the book down. The delightful settings of rural Ireland, romantic Paris, and a lush vineyard (complete with castle) in Italy, were effectively used as backdrops to Chelsea Martin finding her way out of a long bout of grief following her mother’s death. For readers who have experienced the loss of a beloved family member, the emotional content of the book is poignant and made me feel connected to the protagonist. Ms. McKinlay, known for her wicked sense of humor in her other series, brings some humor to this book to keep it lighthearted. She expertly balances the romance, the grief, and the humor into a well-crafted tale that left a huge smile on my face!
Thanks to Netgalley and Berkley for providing an advance copy.
Thanks to Netgalley and Berkley for providing an advance copy.
angmander's review against another edition
4.0
I thought this was really cute. I wish the ending hadn’t felt so abrupt, but overall it was fun. I loved the story visiting places that I’ve been like Boston, Ireland, and Paris.
The language was clean, as far as I can remember. There is an open-door romance scene at 95% (which I think was chapter 25). It felt unnecessary to the story… but other than that, it was a clean story.
Would recommend to a friend.
The language was clean, as far as I can remember. There is an open-door romance scene at 95% (which I think was chapter 25). It felt unnecessary to the story… but other than that, it was a clean story.
Would recommend to a friend.
melsbookshelf24's review against another edition
5.0
This book deserves more than 5 stars!!
Jenn McKinlay lays the groundwork for a hilarious and romantic novel. Chelsea is not a perfect person she has grief in her past that she can’t get past, so she goes on an adventure to find who she once was.
We flit from Boston to Ireland then off to France and Italy. Each country brings something unique to Chelsea, and I can say it has been quite a while since I have laughed so hard while reading a book.
I laughed from the very beginning, when Chelsea has the sex talk with her middle aged father in the middle of a bridal shop to Annabelle putting a box of condoms in her suitcase, to a brawl in front of a Paris Cafe and a half naked man in front of a Castle in Italy.
Jenn McKinlay writes a heart felt novel that speaks to finding your past self and realizing that who you are is who you’re meant to be!
Jenn McKinlay lays the groundwork for a hilarious and romantic novel. Chelsea is not a perfect person she has grief in her past that she can’t get past, so she goes on an adventure to find who she once was.
We flit from Boston to Ireland then off to France and Italy. Each country brings something unique to Chelsea, and I can say it has been quite a while since I have laughed so hard while reading a book.
I laughed from the very beginning, when Chelsea has the sex talk with her middle aged father in the middle of a bridal shop to Annabelle putting a box of condoms in her suitcase, to a brawl in front of a Paris Cafe and a half naked man in front of a Castle in Italy.
Jenn McKinlay writes a heart felt novel that speaks to finding your past self and realizing that who you are is who you’re meant to be!
oliviaaaasch's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0