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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
It’s was okay. I didn’t really have any expectations. I picked it up to read for a library Summer Reading Challenge, needed to read something with the word Summer in it. It was a pleasant story. Fairly tame and realistic in its steam. I say that as in the first two acts only one had satisfaction. The passing out right after was strange to me. Does that actually happen?
The only thing I did not like about this book is the side character–Freyja Bedwyn. I can't believe an ugly (ye, you know what I mean), judgemental, and insecure to the bone, woman-hater is a Bedywn. I bow to never read her book, unless someone tells me she'll have her comeuppance. By the reviews I've read, I don't think she did.
ALL THE FEELS!!!!!
A hero who gets into a fight to defend a milkmaid’s honor? Kidding me? Marry me now!
This was a fake engagement, reverse grumpy-sunshine romance with a sweet heroine and a hero to die for. I loved how their relationship developed, how Lauren helped Kit to reconcile with his family and how Kit taught Lauren how to be happy (and a little wild
A hero who gets into a fight to defend a milkmaid’s honor? Kidding me? Marry me now!
This was a fake engagement, reverse grumpy-sunshine romance with a sweet heroine and a hero to die for. I loved how their relationship developed, how Lauren helped Kit to reconcile with his family and how Kit taught Lauren how to be happy (and a little wild
emotional
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
An exceedingly slow start. Almost dnfed. Once they get to alvesley it picked up immensely
What a pleasant surprise this story was. While it started out bodice ripper like as usual it fairly quickly morphed into modern tale of love and respect. Enjoyed this one immensely. =D
Lauren and Kit have such an amazing love story. Both hiding deep hurts. They come together as friends and champions for each other way before they realise they're in love.
I also loved how the finale parallels with One Night For Love.
The Bedwyn family are side characters in this book. But they certainly make an impression and I can't wait to read their stories.
I also loved how the finale parallels with One Night For Love.
The Bedwyn family are side characters in this book. But they certainly make an impression and I can't wait to read their stories.
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I loved this book. It was more reflective and introspective than romance, though romance was at the crux of it. I liked how the author brought together those two MCs who appeared to have no connection, yet made them the best pair they could be. I had quite a lot of takeaways from this one:
* Not always, it is about you. Give credit where it is due.
* Even the most untouchable person has their own struggles and nothing is as it seems on the surface.
I really loved the side characters as well. I am looking forward to reading Gwen's story.
* Not always, it is about you. Give credit where it is due.
* Even the most untouchable person has their own struggles and nothing is as it seems on the surface.
I really loved the side characters as well. I am looking forward to reading Gwen's story.
This is my favorite Mary Balogh book. It is connected to several of her books: It follows "One Night for Love" and precedes the Bedwyn "Slightly" series. Also, the character of Sydnam Butler is featured in "Simply Love". I liked the emotion and the complex characters. Lauren, who was jilted in "One Night for Love" gets her own story. She is very reserved and keeps to herself, which made it difficult to get to know her character in that book. What's fun is to see a different side of her as the heroine of "Summer to Remember." I've read it twice and will probably do so many more times.
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
4.25⭐️, it’s really very good
Genre/subgenre: open door (but not very explicit) MF historical (Regency) romance
Narrative voice: dual third person POV past tense
Tropes: fake betrothal, opposites attract
Balogh opens by showing us an ice queen and a rogue, and as the story progresses she reveals that each of them is deeper and more complex than the persona each has been displaying for society. Both of them have suffered emotional injuries and they help the other on a healing journey. Lots of sniffles for me. This is a prequel to the Bedwyn Saga (the “slightly” books), and I think it might be my favorite for the deep character exploration.
Genre/subgenre: open door (but not very explicit) MF historical (Regency) romance
Narrative voice: dual third person POV past tense
Tropes: fake betrothal, opposites attract
Balogh opens by showing us an ice queen and a rogue, and as the story progresses she reveals that each of them is deeper and more complex than the persona each has been displaying for society. Both of them have suffered emotional injuries and they help the other on a healing journey. Lots of sniffles for me. This is a prequel to the Bedwyn Saga (the “slightly” books), and I think it might be my favorite for the deep character exploration.