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mnwakeford's review against another edition
4.0
Fun piece of escapism
Camp, sassy romance set in the glitz and glamour of the south of France. Enjoyable read, though very similar to a previous book I have read from this author, who seems to write to a formula.
Camp, sassy romance set in the glitz and glamour of the south of France. Enjoyable read, though very similar to a previous book I have read from this author, who seems to write to a formula.
teenykins's review against another edition
5.0
I gotta say that I enjoyed this ALOT!!!
5 stars all around!
Joel Leslie is an amazing narrator when it comes to contemporary stories (I don't have the same experience with his narrations in paranormal/fantasy ones) and he was fantastic here.
Although I was taken aback by the way the word "migraine" was pronounced. I always say it as "maɪ-" (as in eye) and not "mee-" (as in do re mi). Oh well being bilingual in English means that my English is an amalgamation monstrosity of British and American English.
Back to the story, I truthfully enjoyed Pip's vividness and along with Olivier's wonderment and wickedness this was a beautiful romance!
Everything written below for when I read the book continue to apply here with the added bonus of a gifted narrator!!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
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4.5 stars rounding down.
Wonderful MCs, lots of snark and banter balanced perfectly with everyday little moments of happiness and contentment, beautiful imagery of the South of France, lovely side characters and cameos of favorites, hints of pairings to come and a romance for the ages with 2 MCs that had incredible chemistry and complemented each other in the best of ways!!!
Really this was a lovely, contemporary romance, everything you expect from Lily!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
5 stars all around!
Joel Leslie is an amazing narrator when it comes to contemporary stories (I don't have the same experience with his narrations in paranormal/fantasy ones) and he was fantastic here.
Although I was taken aback by the way the word "migraine" was pronounced. I always say it as "maɪ-" (as in eye) and not "mee-" (as in do re mi). Oh well being bilingual in English means that my English is an amalgamation monstrosity of British and American English.
Back to the story, I truthfully enjoyed Pip's vividness and along with Olivier's wonderment and wickedness this was a beautiful romance!
Everything written below for when I read the book continue to apply here with the added bonus of a gifted narrator!!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
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4.5 stars rounding down.
Wonderful MCs, lots of snark and banter balanced perfectly with everyday little moments of happiness and contentment, beautiful imagery of the South of France, lovely side characters and cameos of favorites, hints of pairings to come and a romance for the ages with 2 MCs that had incredible chemistry and complemented each other in the best of ways!!!
Really this was a lovely, contemporary romance, everything you expect from Lily!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
bexbookrex's review against another edition
5.0
French Fancy by Lily Morton is a beautiful romance set mostly in the South of France. Pip is recovering from scarlet fever and pneumonia and he's still very weak. His boss, in London, sends him to the villa he owns with his brother to rest and heal. The brother, Olivier, shows up st the villa. The two meet and wind up spending time together, seeing the sites, and getting to know one another.
It is beautifully written. Gorgeous descriptions make the reader feel like they are there. The characters are flawed and multidimensional.
I was swept away to Paris, London, and the South of France. Olivier is a perfume magnate and throughout the book, scents are described in such detail that I could almost smell them myself. The intimate scenes are hot. The romantic scenes are charming. And the banter is cute. Both men are larger than life and had me laughing often. They also have some trauma in their lives that gives them depth. It's a lovely book. I highly recommend it.
Romance - ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Steam -
It is beautifully written. Gorgeous descriptions make the reader feel like they are there. The characters are flawed and multidimensional.
I was swept away to Paris, London, and the South of France. Olivier is a perfume magnate and throughout the book, scents are described in such detail that I could almost smell them myself. The intimate scenes are hot. The romantic scenes are charming. And the banter is cute. Both men are larger than life and had me laughing often. They also have some trauma in their lives that gives them depth. It's a lovely book. I highly recommend it.
Romance - ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Steam -
lexxan's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
moorey34's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
informative
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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? Yes
5.0
erica_g's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
eliezrah's review against another edition
3.0
This was a good book, and I liked Pip & Olivier. I enjoyed the storyline as well, and the fact that it can be read as a standalone even though it's the 2nd book in the series. I had a little trouble fully connecting with the characters, and the book, in general, just didn't stand out for me. I didn't dislike it, but it's not my favorite book by this author.
I received an advanced copy and voluntarily gave my honest review.
I received an advanced copy and voluntarily gave my honest review.
runningonbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
kjnrose's review against another edition
5.0
This was such a wonderful read!! I loved every bit of it and could not put it down. I knew Pip would be sassy and fun from our introduction to him in the first book, so this was just excellent.