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hamckeon's review against another edition
4.0
Patrick’s books always make me smile and feel better about the world. This one is a charming tribute to love and letter writing.
rdyourbookcase's review against another edition
4.0
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge was sweet. The main character's development was a little slow for me. His daughter was delightful, and all the other characters were interesting but not too quirky. The mystery of the missing person was a great way to keep me reading. I liked it.
amyka's review against another edition
2.0
It was pretty hard to get through. I skipped a few pages here and there to see how it would end. After about page 200, it got better. I don't recommend it unless you like slow reads.
susanjanette's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
k8tiebvg's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
novelesque_life's review against another edition
3.0
RATING: 3.5 STARS
2020; Park Row/Harlequin
After reading [b:The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper|26722820|The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper|Phaedra Patrick|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1456116507l/26722820._SY75_.jpg|45981532] and loving it, I was excited to read another novel by Patrick. The Secrets of Love Story Bridge is another story of single man, Mitchell, but this time a single father. He has lost his partner, and taken a job where he can be there for his daughter. When a woman jumps off the bridge, Mitchell dives into save her and sets off on journey he never expected. This was a cute story, but I just didn't fall in love with it like The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper.
***I received a complimentary copy of this ebook from the publisher through Edelweiss and NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.***
2020; Park Row/Harlequin
After reading [b:The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper|26722820|The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper|Phaedra Patrick|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1456116507l/26722820._SY75_.jpg|45981532] and loving it, I was excited to read another novel by Patrick. The Secrets of Love Story Bridge is another story of single man, Mitchell, but this time a single father. He has lost his partner, and taken a job where he can be there for his daughter. When a woman jumps off the bridge, Mitchell dives into save her and sets off on journey he never expected. This was a cute story, but I just didn't fall in love with it like The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper.
***I received a complimentary copy of this ebook from the publisher through Edelweiss and NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.***
hmchester's review against another edition
hopeful
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
andrearbooks's review against another edition
4.0
The story focuses on Mitchell. Mitchell's job is cutting off all the locks that couples leave on a bridge to profess their love for one another. This became a thing after a boy band filmed their "Lock Me Up With Your Love" music video there. This is a job he enjoys as he has soured on love. Mitchell is a single father to his young daughter Poppy and together they are grieving the loss of Poppy's mother/Mitchell's partner.
One day while Mitchell is going about his business, a woman falls off the bridge. Mitchell springs into action and rescues her. He is catapulted to instant hero fame, a status he definitely does not want. It also turns out this woman's family has been looking for her for the last year. He is connected with this woman's sister Liza as she wants to know what Mitchell knows and where her sister is. This includes finding and deciphering a message she left via a lock on the bridge. Mitchell just wants to step out of the story, but Liza asks for his help in the process, and things go from there.
Much of this story is driven by Mitchell. He is initially characterized as a grumpy man who hates love. What is slowly revealed is that Mitchell's story, actions, and feelings are far more complicated. This is slowly revealed as the story goes. So much of what drew me into this book was Mitchell. I wanted to know more, and I also found myself rooting for him! The beauty of Mitchell's story really comes in the way it is revealed. He writes letters to his partner Anita, as he reflects on their time as a couple and where he is now. I loved getting to see this side of him in this way.
In general, I was so captivated by the whole cast of characters. Poppy, the sisters, co-workers, and other folks add such depth and dynamics to the story. This was one of those books I couldn't read fast enough because I was so drawn in by the people! It was just beautifully written. I love when people drive plot, and this was so much that. This was such an unexpected and wonderful read. I was intrigued when I first read the summary of this one, and y'all, I just loved it. Again, this is one of those where I could rave 50 different ways, but I want you to stop reading this review, so you can find your way to this book!