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abhidnya's review
3.0
jfc how is this light hearted low angst
it's pretty depressing and angsty for such a short book. and ash's clumsiness triggered me so much
it's pretty depressing and angsty for such a short book. and ash's clumsiness triggered me so much
lbcecil's review
4.0
I was provided a copy of this novella for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.
The first novella in Anyta Sunday's new series Love Letters was an adorable, fluffy delight that tugged on my heart strings.
Admiring Ash was the perfect series starter as it introduced us to a new collection of loveable characters (that each have their own novellas!). Starting off, we get to meet Ash and River. Ash was just lovely, and there were so many times I just wanted to give him a hug. He's our male Cinderella: he has only known poverty in his life, and struggles to make ends meet in order to provide for his high school-age younger sister; but then, he's awarded an inheritance from a grandfather he didn't know he had. He works as a housecleaner and librarian, and he's taken advantage of by all of his employers, but he never complains because he desperately needs the money. Ash is a sweetheart and I was so proud of him, watching his character develop throughout this short novella.
River is our Prince Charming: he's handsome, rich, understanding, and very sweet. He feels a connection with Ash as soon as they meet, but he promised Ash's late grandfather (whom River has known his entire life) that he wouldn't try to woo Ash. Although the more time they spend together, the harder that becomes ... for the both of them.
A 200-page novella usually doesn't leave much room for more than the romance, but this is an Anyta Sunday novel, and she is the master of juggling plots: amid the romance, you have the strong relationship between Ash and his sister, and there's plenty of little clues as to the next two novellas -- which made me so ridiculously excited.
Admiring Ash is a gorgeous little gem of a novella and if you're looking for something quick, light, fluffy and fun, look no further!
The first novella in Anyta Sunday's new series Love Letters was an adorable, fluffy delight that tugged on my heart strings.
Admiring Ash was the perfect series starter as it introduced us to a new collection of loveable characters (that each have their own novellas!). Starting off, we get to meet Ash and River. Ash was just lovely, and there were so many times I just wanted to give him a hug. He's our male Cinderella: he has only known poverty in his life, and struggles to make ends meet in order to provide for his high school-age younger sister; but then, he's awarded an inheritance from a grandfather he didn't know he had. He works as a housecleaner and librarian, and he's taken advantage of by all of his employers, but he never complains because he desperately needs the money. Ash is a sweetheart and I was so proud of him, watching his character develop throughout this short novella.
River is our Prince Charming: he's handsome, rich, understanding, and very sweet. He feels a connection with Ash as soon as they meet, but he promised Ash's late grandfather (whom River has known his entire life) that he wouldn't try to woo Ash. Although the more time they spend together, the harder that becomes ... for the both of them.
A 200-page novella usually doesn't leave much room for more than the romance, but this is an Anyta Sunday novel, and she is the master of juggling plots: amid the romance, you have the strong relationship between Ash and his sister, and there's plenty of little clues as to the next two novellas -- which made me so ridiculously excited.
Admiring Ash is a gorgeous little gem of a novella and if you're looking for something quick, light, fluffy and fun, look no further!
bfdbookblog's review
3.0
There was potential for a really deep story with complex characters but it looks like these are going to be quick not necessarily complete stories. There are a lot of unanswered questions we may or may not get answers to; there’s a lot unbelievability and predictability.
There is a Cinderella feel to this story. The banter between Ash and River is entertaining and endearing.
We meet the characters for the first 3 novellas in this story…maybe even the 4th one. All of them are likeable which should mean we’re in for a pretty good series.
When you’re in the mood for a cute, sweet, easy read this is a good series to turn to.
There is a Cinderella feel to this story. The banter between Ash and River is entertaining and endearing.
We meet the characters for the first 3 novellas in this story…maybe even the 4th one. All of them are likeable which should mean we’re in for a pretty good series.
When you’re in the mood for a cute, sweet, easy read this is a good series to turn to.
readingtoescapepeskyhumans's review
3.0
twas cute, a bit much on the rags part of the rags to riches. I don't need someone to literally work 16 hours a day to feel like they are overworked and putting others before themselves.
gabi90's review
2.0
Epic fail!
Other than the one quote I highlighted there was very little I liked about this book. Namely, the secondary characters, Ben and Landon. I'll probably read their book, but I don't have high hopes for that either.
The writing was fine, I don't have any problems with it. But I can't mention anything that appealed to me in the storyline and I didn't particularly liked the characters either. I'm sorry.
Other than the one quote I highlighted there was very little I liked about this book. Namely, the secondary characters, Ben and Landon. I'll probably read their book, but I don't have high hopes for that either.
The writing was fine, I don't have any problems with it. But I can't mention anything that appealed to me in the storyline and I didn't particularly liked the characters either. I'm sorry.
rissa53's review
4.0
I adore this author's works! I'm always excited to see that she has new books!
I think this was a good start to this series. Introducing us to brand new characters! I love the idea of the mailbox and letters (I was hoping on more of those!).
Ash and River were cute, the ending was totally a tease though (but I guess it is a series, lol).
I think this was a good start to this series. Introducing us to brand new characters! I love the idea of the mailbox and letters (I was hoping on more of those!).
Ash and River were cute, the ending was totally a tease though (but I guess it is a series, lol).
amyaislin's review
4.0
3.5 stars rounded up to 4. It was okay, but definitely not my favourite Anyta Sunday book. The story itself felt sort of jumbled and we never really got to know the main characters, and I think that has to do with all of the unanswered questions surrounding them both.
The concept for this series is really interesting and I will continue reading it, but this book has made me a bit nervous for the next ones. I liked the side characters so am hoping for more from their stories.
The concept for this series is really interesting and I will continue reading it, but this book has made me a bit nervous for the next ones. I liked the side characters so am hoping for more from their stories.
silviasilviareadsbooks's review
4.0
I was sent this book as an advanced copy for reviewing purposes, but all opinions are my own.
The story follows Ash, who works a lot of jobs to be able to pay for food and bills and most importantly to give his sister the education she deserves to have, and River, son of millionaires, who is still mourning for the loss of the old man who has been like a grandfather for him. The man who’s biologically Ash’s grandfather, and Ash never knew.
The two meet when River gives Ash a letter from the old man, and the two start a friendship that eventually turns into something more.
I really liked this book and I found the sudden-inheritance and loss of a loved one themes were handled delicately for both MCs. On one side Ash learns about one side of his family that he never knew and has to deal with the fact that he’s now the owner of Silver Pines and decide what to do with it. On the side River is still dealing with his grief and he just wants what’s best for Ash.
The book is short and I’m glad that not a lot of time was wasted on the “conflict” part of the romance that’s always there around the 70-80% mark. It was mostly a light, feel-good read and it was also nice to first meet the protagonists of the next two books, Ben and Chance. It set up the atmosphere for the rest of the series in a nice way that makes the reader crave for more. It was fast and light and a perfect summer read.
The story follows Ash, who works a lot of jobs to be able to pay for food and bills and most importantly to give his sister the education she deserves to have, and River, son of millionaires, who is still mourning for the loss of the old man who has been like a grandfather for him. The man who’s biologically Ash’s grandfather, and Ash never knew.
The two meet when River gives Ash a letter from the old man, and the two start a friendship that eventually turns into something more.
I really liked this book and I found the sudden-inheritance and loss of a loved one themes were handled delicately for both MCs. On one side Ash learns about one side of his family that he never knew and has to deal with the fact that he’s now the owner of Silver Pines and decide what to do with it. On the side River is still dealing with his grief and he just wants what’s best for Ash.
The book is short and I’m glad that not a lot of time was wasted on the “conflict” part of the romance that’s always there around the 70-80% mark. It was mostly a light, feel-good read and it was also nice to first meet the protagonists of the next two books, Ben and Chance. It set up the atmosphere for the rest of the series in a nice way that makes the reader crave for more. It was fast and light and a perfect summer read.
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