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frombethanysbookshelf's review against another edition
4.0
Saffie and her friends aren't very lucky in love. Her boss, Tamara has been alone since her painful divorce and just haven't have the time, effort or trust to waste on dating. Tamara's brother Milo is on his fifth boyfriend in as many months. And Saffie, she just isn't sure she'll ever find Mr Right after leaving her ex at the altar.
So when Milo finds an advert for the 24-Hour Dating Agency, they decide to give it a shot.
Instead of endless swiping and small talk, you get matched and spend 24 hours on an intense, specially designed date made just for the couple. But despite the agencies soulmate guarantee, they can't help but think they might all need to rethink their idea of what a happily ever after really looks like.
"No matter how old you get, today is always the first day of the rest of your life."
Wacky, whimsical and wonderful - this somewhat eccentric blind-date story was so much fun.
Having three main characters can feel overwhelming - but I loved them. Each had their own stories, their own struggles and motivations, but came together in a beautiful friendship which was honestly the star of the show for me. I would've loved a little more time spend on Milo but in general we spent enough time with each character to get easily attached to them.
All three worked together at a quirky periodical, with it's own issues going on and giving hilarious workplace antics and giving all the characters even stronger a tie together. The whole story was beautifully character and dialogue driven, making it a very easy, casual read and creating both loveable and detestable characters with such intensity.
Underneath all the zany fun and adorable romance, there was some truly touching stories about life after divorce and heartbreak, about self-confidence, about family and about the pressures placed on us that sometimes make us settle for less than we deserve.
A perfectly fun read with a lot of heart.
So when Milo finds an advert for the 24-Hour Dating Agency, they decide to give it a shot.
Instead of endless swiping and small talk, you get matched and spend 24 hours on an intense, specially designed date made just for the couple. But despite the agencies soulmate guarantee, they can't help but think they might all need to rethink their idea of what a happily ever after really looks like.
"No matter how old you get, today is always the first day of the rest of your life."
Wacky, whimsical and wonderful - this somewhat eccentric blind-date story was so much fun.
Having three main characters can feel overwhelming - but I loved them. Each had their own stories, their own struggles and motivations, but came together in a beautiful friendship which was honestly the star of the show for me. I would've loved a little more time spend on Milo but in general we spent enough time with each character to get easily attached to them.
All three worked together at a quirky periodical, with it's own issues going on and giving hilarious workplace antics and giving all the characters even stronger a tie together. The whole story was beautifully character and dialogue driven, making it a very easy, casual read and creating both loveable and detestable characters with such intensity.
Underneath all the zany fun and adorable romance, there was some truly touching stories about life after divorce and heartbreak, about self-confidence, about family and about the pressures placed on us that sometimes make us settle for less than we deserve.
A perfectly fun read with a lot of heart.
liz_not_bennet's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
sad
3.0
I don't get the need to marry off every single character that appears in this book but it was very cute.
And Mary Jayne Baker's books are VERY quotable.
And Mary Jayne Baker's books are VERY quotable.
authoralliesarah's review against another edition
5.0
This was such a cute and fast-paced read! The idea is very clever, and was really well done. Tamara was my favorite out of the three main characters - I really enjoyed her children and their reaction to when their mother started dating again. I would've liked to see a little more Milo, I felt that he didn't get as much page time as Saffie and Tamara did.
Can the 24 Hour Dating Agency be a real thing? Please? This would be amazing if it was. The concept is just so unique, I wonder how Baker came up with it. I loved Saffie's doubts over it (and the twist with her match!!).
Can the 24 Hour Dating Agency be a real thing? Please? This would be amazing if it was. The concept is just so unique, I wonder how Baker came up with it. I loved Saffie's doubts over it (and the twist with her match!!).
marilanoire's review
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
3.75
The idea was good, the characters are halfways ok but not overly interesting. The story was entertaining and I liked it, but it has no real highlights for me.
lostinthepages20's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
rosie_roche's review
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
readwithbeth_'s review against another edition
4.0
Arc received by netgalley
This book follows Saffie, Tamara, and Milo, who are all working for a magazine and they decide to sign up for the dating app which sends people on 24 hour dates. Tamara was definitely my favourite out of the three!! All the grief her ex put her though, and leaving her!!
This book isn’t what I expected it to be!! But I’m so glad it wasn’t. And it definitely sets a great message that you what you need you may not want etc.
This book follows Saffie, Tamara, and Milo, who are all working for a magazine and they decide to sign up for the dating app which sends people on 24 hour dates. Tamara was definitely my favourite out of the three!! All the grief her ex put her though, and leaving her!!
This book isn’t what I expected it to be!! But I’m so glad it wasn’t. And it definitely sets a great message that you what you need you may not want etc.
miimo's review against another edition
3.0
I got this arc for a honest review
3.5⭐
This books was such a cute and a fast read, it’s perfect for summer days when escapism in on your mind. It’s my first book by the author and I will say that it’s very very well written, with great character development and you get so easily engulfed in the story. I LOVED the friendship between Saffie, Tamara and Milo,
The concept of this story is so unique and I would not say no to try a 24 hour dating agency.
If you want to read a real, cute and fun story with realistic friendships and character development, this is the book for you!
3.5⭐
This books was such a cute and a fast read, it’s perfect for summer days when escapism in on your mind. It’s my first book by the author and I will say that it’s very very well written, with great character development and you get so easily engulfed in the story. I LOVED the friendship between Saffie, Tamara and Milo,
The concept of this story is so unique and I would not say no to try a 24 hour dating agency.
If you want to read a real, cute and fun story with realistic friendships and character development, this is the book for you!
tifany's review against another edition
4.0
I’m not sure what I expected from this book, but I came away absolutely delighted with the story. The 24 Hour Dating Agency follows three friends, as they agree to try out a new dating service that guarantees a successful 24-hour day in which they’ll meet their soulmate (or their money back).
What I loved about this book is the dynamic of the friendships, family and co-working relationships, as well as the fact the book dives deeper into the lives (past and present) of the main characters. It really helped me to understand and empathize with the characters. And left me sad to leave them at the end!
I highly recommend this read to those looking for a quick, fun rom-com.
Special thanks to NetGalley and Aria for the ARC. All thoughts in this review are honest and my own.
What I loved about this book is the dynamic of the friendships, family and co-working relationships, as well as the fact the book dives deeper into the lives (past and present) of the main characters. It really helped me to understand and empathize with the characters. And left me sad to leave them at the end!
I highly recommend this read to those looking for a quick, fun rom-com.
Special thanks to NetGalley and Aria for the ARC. All thoughts in this review are honest and my own.