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foxy_roxy's review
5.0
I fell into 12 Months of Romance/ 24 Reasons to Love: A Holiday Anthology like you would normally fall into a well-loved routine.
This is the first time that I’ve experienced most of these authors, and I have to say that I’ve become a fan with the slight taste that I had.
It was refreshing to have such a book. Most anthologies don’t succeed – in my opinion because sometimes I don’t feel that the authors mesh. And that’s MY opinion, from experience. I’ve had to skip a few stories in the past because they just weren’t the right feel or taste for me.
But with this book (anthology), I actually liked it. I felt every story deeply. In one way or another. Whether it was through the characters that are being portrayed, or the storyline that is being told by each individual author.
I loved the fact that I was able to experience different stories, with different holidays. And let’s not forget about the romance that you experience in every single one of the books. The chemistry that you feel as a reader, and the relationships that are developed. I loved experiencing new things and reading new styles. And that is exactly what I got with this.
It’s definitely a keeper for me, with most of those authors - seeing as I’ll more than likely be stalking some of them. Sometimes, it’s nice to be able to get lost multiple times within ONE book just because you are able to. This book was a 5 Star Review – I couldn’t for the life of me go lower, because even though there were some books that I didn’t absolutely love; the majority of them won.
This is the first time that I’ve experienced most of these authors, and I have to say that I’ve become a fan with the slight taste that I had.
It was refreshing to have such a book. Most anthologies don’t succeed – in my opinion because sometimes I don’t feel that the authors mesh. And that’s MY opinion, from experience. I’ve had to skip a few stories in the past because they just weren’t the right feel or taste for me.
But with this book (anthology), I actually liked it. I felt every story deeply. In one way or another. Whether it was through the characters that are being portrayed, or the storyline that is being told by each individual author.
I loved the fact that I was able to experience different stories, with different holidays. And let’s not forget about the romance that you experience in every single one of the books. The chemistry that you feel as a reader, and the relationships that are developed. I loved experiencing new things and reading new styles. And that is exactly what I got with this.
It’s definitely a keeper for me, with most of those authors - seeing as I’ll more than likely be stalking some of them. Sometimes, it’s nice to be able to get lost multiple times within ONE book just because you are able to. This book was a 5 Star Review – I couldn’t for the life of me go lower, because even though there were some books that I didn’t absolutely love; the majority of them won.
carabellacullen's review
5.0
12 Months of Romance 24 reasons to Love by various authors
5 Stars!!!!
As a lover or romance books this book more than ticked all the boxes for me. There were so many different styles and formats and so many different scenarios that I just couldnt wait to see what the next story would be. This is one of the best anthologies I have read so far!! Every short story was more than worth 5 Stars on its own!!!
One of my favorite short stories in this book was When the Last Petal Falls (Sakura Season) by Kit Salazar. This short story was a perfect example of young love that was too scared to be confessed. It shows that it is never too late to let someone know how you feel about them. I just loved the chemistry between Michael and Sara. This was such as sweet story and was very well written.
Another one of my favorites is Plans on the 13th(Valentines day) by Marian Tee. This shows that one cannot just underestimate childhood friends. It also shows that we shouldnt undervalue ourselves cause you never know what you mean to someone else. I just love how Devon and Jared have such a great sort of backstory in this short story and how everything develops.
I really also loved Begin Again (Valentines Day) by Erleen Alvares. This short story really tugged at my heartstring as it was so well played out. I like how Juliana had to overcome her demons so to speak and she winds up with a better prize Angelo. It would be nice to see a follow up story about these two as the chemistry is just really good.
I just could go on and on and on about all the short stories in this book. I have enjoyed it so emencely. I am sure if you love romance you will find this a must read. It will certainly have a spot in my library and be read over and over.
5 Stars!!!!
As a lover or romance books this book more than ticked all the boxes for me. There were so many different styles and formats and so many different scenarios that I just couldnt wait to see what the next story would be. This is one of the best anthologies I have read so far!! Every short story was more than worth 5 Stars on its own!!!
One of my favorite short stories in this book was When the Last Petal Falls (Sakura Season) by Kit Salazar. This short story was a perfect example of young love that was too scared to be confessed. It shows that it is never too late to let someone know how you feel about them. I just loved the chemistry between Michael and Sara. This was such as sweet story and was very well written.
Another one of my favorites is Plans on the 13th(Valentines day) by Marian Tee. This shows that one cannot just underestimate childhood friends. It also shows that we shouldnt undervalue ourselves cause you never know what you mean to someone else. I just love how Devon and Jared have such a great sort of backstory in this short story and how everything develops.
I really also loved Begin Again (Valentines Day) by Erleen Alvares. This short story really tugged at my heartstring as it was so well played out. I like how Juliana had to overcome her demons so to speak and she winds up with a better prize Angelo. It would be nice to see a follow up story about these two as the chemistry is just really good.
I just could go on and on and on about all the short stories in this book. I have enjoyed it so emencely. I am sure if you love romance you will find this a must read. It will certainly have a spot in my library and be read over and over.
katie_83's review
4.0
12 Months of Romance: 24 reasons to love anthology
by Ysa Arcangel, Marian Tee, Miel Salva, Catherine Dellosa, Ella Banta, Elizabeth Galit, Yeyet Soriano, Johanna Lee , Kate Anolin, Barbie Barbieto, Cindy Dela Cruz, Clara Gamboa, Ren Guevara, Rachelle Belaro, Erleen Alvarez, Khiara Laurea, Eris Peñaluna, Farrah Polestico, Michael Recto, Kit Salazar, Aileen Santos, Maria Criselda R. Santos, Celestine Trinidad
4 stars
This was such a lovely collection of stories! There is definitely something for everyone in here! I have read books by some of the authors before but it was lovely to find new authors to read as well.
Whilst not every story was to my taste and I did skip over the content of a couple BUT every single one was really well written and had a great amount of story packed into them. I thought the character development was good and I always like it when I find that in a short story as sometimes it can be hard to connect with characters but I didn’t find that with these stories.
I really enjoyed Fireworks and that the characters were also in the next story too! It was a spicy little read and I always enjoy friends to lover’s stories – so this one was perfect for me!!
A really enjoyable collection of stories that I would highly recommend to any romance lover out there! There is definitely a story for everyone in this set!
by Ysa Arcangel, Marian Tee, Miel Salva, Catherine Dellosa, Ella Banta, Elizabeth Galit, Yeyet Soriano, Johanna Lee , Kate Anolin, Barbie Barbieto, Cindy Dela Cruz, Clara Gamboa, Ren Guevara, Rachelle Belaro, Erleen Alvarez, Khiara Laurea, Eris Peñaluna, Farrah Polestico, Michael Recto, Kit Salazar, Aileen Santos, Maria Criselda R. Santos, Celestine Trinidad
4 stars
This was such a lovely collection of stories! There is definitely something for everyone in here! I have read books by some of the authors before but it was lovely to find new authors to read as well.
Whilst not every story was to my taste and I did skip over the content of a couple BUT every single one was really well written and had a great amount of story packed into them. I thought the character development was good and I always like it when I find that in a short story as sometimes it can be hard to connect with characters but I didn’t find that with these stories.
I really enjoyed Fireworks and that the characters were also in the next story too! It was a spicy little read and I always enjoy friends to lover’s stories – so this one was perfect for me!!
A really enjoyable collection of stories that I would highly recommend to any romance lover out there! There is definitely a story for everyone in this set!
bwagner's review
4.0
12 Months of Romance/24 Reasons to Love: A Holiday Anthology by 23 great authors. This book is twelve months of sweet, hot romance stories that are centered around the holidays. There is something for everyone in this book, I know I have my favorite stories. These are new authors for me other then one, I know I will be looking for more from them. They each have their own writing style and their characters are creative and lovable. I loved that there stories were arranged by months and stories to match. Their stories range from science fiction to friends to lovers to brief encounters. All of them will take you on a journey that you won't soon forget and you will find a new book boyfriend in these stories. The men in these stories are alpha males, doctors, fathers and more. I highly recommend this story as I know you will find a new author to fall in love with right along with their characters.
angelahayes's review
4.0
4 Stars
12 Months of Romance: 24 Reasons to Love is a fantastic Anthology of Holiday Romances. There are 23 contributing authors, and 24 addictive stories. Some of the authors I know and love, while others are new to me. I have really enjoyed reading the stories from the authors I am familiar with, but also the introduction to some other first-rate authors.
This collection contains many and varied styles, stories and characters. But they all have one thing in common, each is set in or on a holiday- including Valentine’s Day, Summer Vacation, Father’s Day, Chinese New Year, and of course Christmas.
The stories range from second chance romance, to office romance, to star-crossed lovers- and everything in between.
This book was very easy to read, I forgot the outside world as I lost myself in each and every story. There is something here for everyone, and I was surprised by the quality of every them all. Thee wasn’t one that let the side down- they all stood on their own individually, but also complimented one-another.
I would definitely recommend this book, there are many hours of entertaining and pleasurable reading to be had within these pages.
Thank you to all the contributing authors!
12 Months of Romance: 24 Reasons to Love is a fantastic Anthology of Holiday Romances. There are 23 contributing authors, and 24 addictive stories. Some of the authors I know and love, while others are new to me. I have really enjoyed reading the stories from the authors I am familiar with, but also the introduction to some other first-rate authors.
This collection contains many and varied styles, stories and characters. But they all have one thing in common, each is set in or on a holiday- including Valentine’s Day, Summer Vacation, Father’s Day, Chinese New Year, and of course Christmas.
The stories range from second chance romance, to office romance, to star-crossed lovers- and everything in between.
This book was very easy to read, I forgot the outside world as I lost myself in each and every story. There is something here for everyone, and I was surprised by the quality of every them all. Thee wasn’t one that let the side down- they all stood on their own individually, but also complimented one-another.
I would definitely recommend this book, there are many hours of entertaining and pleasurable reading to be had within these pages.
Thank you to all the contributing authors!
hncald78's review
4.0
A varied collection of stories that will carry you through the year. I appreciated the different cultures and backgrounds represented throughout the anthology. A fun and fast paced read that will please most readers. This is a fun collection to keep handy for a few hours of light hearted enjoyment.
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