Reviews

Say Yes Perfekter wirds nicht by Laura Jane Williams

marekcornett's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

andrea_author's review against another edition

5.0

Shortly after being left at the altar, Annie runs into Patrick, whom she hasn't seen since they were kids at summer camp. Her almost in-laws feel terrible about how their son treated her, and suggest she go on the non-refundable honeymoon trip they bought. When they okay her to take a friend, she invites Patrick.

Spending time with him, she realizes she's changed since the fearless girl she was when he knew her before. He accepts and encourages her in a way her ex never did. When did she stop living for herself and start living for other people? Can Patrick help her reconnect to her old self, and find love along the way?

From the beginning, I enjoyed this author's writing style. I felt immersed in Annie's world as she experienced it. The emotions were vibrant and heartfelt. Patrick is a big sweetheart, kind and adventurous—and exactly what Annie needs. The side characters were interesting, too. I recommend this to anyone who enjoys uplifting, romantic women's fiction.

Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.

lauraj3103's review against another edition

4.0

I really enjoyed this book, it’s quite an easy read but I seemed to get really involved with the characters. Might not be for everyone but was perfect read for me at the time.

michellehenriereads's review against another edition

5.0

I received an ARC from NetGalley for my honest review.

There are so many things I love about this book. I feel like it's a combination of women's fiction because we're on a journey with Annie and a rom-com because of her growing friendship with Patrick. It's a delightful and refreshing combination with thoughts on living life.

The protagonist is great! Annie is confused, uncertain, but trying to find her way through life and the hand it's dealt her. I thought her sadness was so realistic and pulling herself out of it was palpable. Life is full of conflicting emotions and this was handled so well.

I also felt for the love interest, Patrick. His situation with love in the past was just as heartbreaking. Even though I couldn't live "in the moment" as much as he did, I can see why he adopted that as his life's philosophy and mode of operation. He offered something to Annie that she didn't know she needed or had lost - her sense of spontaneity. I also loved how he was justly hurt and confused about what was going on.

There is some sex on the page - though not overly, overly detailed. And it's not like characters just jumped in the sack randomly with people. There's a little bit of cursing. No violence or domestic abuse.

I recommend this book for readers who are ready to delve into life's questions with Annie as she rediscovers who she really is.

nicolajane's review against another edition

4.0

The cover of this book is so warm and inviting that you think you're in for a good read.
The inside is not disappointing. The story was warm and cute.
Very much the kind of book you can pick up by the pool.

constantreader_mh's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

jennifergallo's review against another edition

3.0

When Annie is left standing at the alter, she vows to say 'yes' to every opportunity that comes her way. One spare ticket to her honeymoon and a chance encounter with an old friend leads to a spontaneous trip and whirlwind love affair. This is a standalone rom-com and my first by this author.

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TAGS: fiction, romance, contemporary romance, rom-com, romantic comedy, women's fiction, chick-lit, marriage, divorce, holiday

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amyreadsandsails's review against another edition

4.0

This was a nice, lovely read. Very much about escapism and self-discovery in the wake of an emotional disaster. I would have preferred for the first part to go by faster (come on, get to the good stuff!) and it is fade to black in the bedroom (boo). I thought Patrick was a lot of fun and a good pairing with Annie, who had some good growth.

smalltownbookmom's review against another edition

3.0

3.5 - This was a sweet closed door romance about finding and being true to yourself and falling in love along the way. When Annie gets stood up at the alter she starts to rethink her whole life. A chance meeting with Patrick, an old acquaintance from theatre camp who is a recent widower, sparks a new friendship and the two end up going on Annie's intended honeymoon together. Eventually the chemistry between Annie and Patrick is too much for them to resist and they have to figure out if their vacation romance will survive when they get back to their regular lives. I enjoyed this light-hearted British love story and recommend it for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Beth O'Leary or The unhoneymooners. My one critique was that the story was only told from Annie's perspective and I would have liked to get inside Patrick's head more.

turningpageswithjules's review against another edition

slow-paced

2.5