Take a photo of a barcode or cover
4.17 AVERAGE
4.17 AVERAGE
funny
lighthearted
fast-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:
Complicated
I love the parallels to Austen's books, some loose and some very similar. I like that this is its own story instead of a modernization or retelling, and I love that it draws from at least 3 of Austen's works for inspiration. If you love Jane Austen, dogs, cats, crazy swans, friendly ghosts, home renovation, wedding planning, or books about friends and found family, this is the book for you. It's also a great book about being true to yourself.
The ending wrapped up a bit too quickly for me, and I would have liked more romance leading up to that point throughout the rest of the book. Just a little scene here and there would have helped the romance become more believable/satisfying. I also would have liked Libby to realize she still wasn't living her own dreams. In turning Pemberley into a wedding venue she was helping Emmaline and Kiki, honoring her grandmother's wishes to keep the home, and fighting back against her mom and William--but what Libby herself liked was the painting and decorating. She hardly ever created her own art, and didn't even let herself pick out flowers. I'm glad she started letting people help her, but running a wedding venue still doesn't seem like Libby's dream.
The ending wrapped up a bit too quickly for me, and I would have liked more romance leading up to that point throughout the rest of the book. Just a little scene here and there would have helped the romance become more believable/satisfying. I also would have liked Libby to realize she still wasn't living her own dreams. In turning Pemberley into a wedding venue she was helping Emmaline and Kiki, honoring her grandmother's wishes to keep the home, and fighting back against her mom and William--but what Libby herself liked was the painting and decorating. She hardly ever created her own art, and didn't even let herself pick out flowers. I'm glad she started letting people help her, but running a wedding venue still doesn't seem like Libby's dream.
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Libby's life was turned upside down, but now she is hoping for a fresh start as a wedding location at Pemberley. Trouble is, time is short, she's broke, and the wedding is just around the corner. So when a very British gentleman turns up, she assumes he's got bad news. But Davin may be just what she needs to make this wedding a fairy tale.
I love Jane Austen, so when I read this book description, I knew it was for me. Fortunately it did not disappoint. It was a quick read with a tight found family vibe. Lots of humor to balance out the stress. The engaged couple was a little too good to be true, but it was still fun.
Thanks to Library Thing and the author for providing this advance reader copy. My opinions are all my own.
I love Jane Austen, so when I read this book description, I knew it was for me. Fortunately it did not disappoint. It was a quick read with a tight found family vibe. Lots of humor to balance out the stress. The engaged couple was a little too good to be true, but it was still fun.
Thanks to Library Thing and the author for providing this advance reader copy. My opinions are all my own.
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced