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donasbooks's review
2.0
I found my audiobook copy of AN OCTOBER BRIDE by Katie Ganshert on Scrib'd!
I don't enjoy when a writer brings politics into a story needlessly. The plot and characters had nothing to do with politics, and yet the narrative kept bringing them in. By the time I completed this short book, I didn't know the first thing about the characters' politics (except maybe the mayor, who never shows up on the page, but gets brought up enough) but I had a pretty good handle on the author's politics -- which had nothing to do with the story at hand.
Unfortunately, it was a sweet story that I would have otherwise enjoyed, so I give it two stars for that.
Rating:
I don't enjoy when a writer brings politics into a story needlessly. The plot and characters had nothing to do with politics, and yet the narrative kept bringing them in. By the time I completed this short book, I didn't know the first thing about the characters' politics (except maybe the mayor, who never shows up on the page, but gets brought up enough) but I had a pretty good handle on the author's politics -- which had nothing to do with the story at hand.
Unfortunately, it was a sweet story that I would have otherwise enjoyed, so I give it two stars for that.
Rating:
taryn_a's review
5.0
I'm a sucker for dating/marriage of convenience stories and this one checked all the boxes for me. My only disappointment was I wouldn't have minded if it was longer... ;) well, and I would have loved to get Jake's side of the story because I know it would have been swoon worthy.
mikaela_wade's review against another edition
4.0
~ Audiobook Review ~
So cute! Wanting to make her fathers secret dream of walking her down the isle come true before he dies, Emma must find a groom... immediately! Conveniently her high school crush from years ago, Jake, is currently at her house... perfect!
I found her dads cancer battle moving. I appreciated Lilly voicing her conscience and yet not walking out of Emmaโs life. First person isnโt my favourite but it was just a short novella.
Series: This is Book 11 of 12 in the A Year of Weddings 1 Series. The series is a compilation of short novellas each written by different Christian romance authors. There is a book for every month. Each book stands alone (occasionally the characters may be tied to another novel by that author.)
Content: I appreciated the Christian faith element woven in especially as she processes her dads cancer and believing for healing and all the confusing things of faith in suffering. The romance was sweet and kept to just a couple non-descriptive kisses.
Audio Performance: 6/10
Kristy gave an unvoiced narration (meaning the characters didnโt have unique voices but all sound the same)
Author: [a: Katie Ganshert|5197636|Katie Ganshert|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1413684648p2/5197636.jpg]
Narrator: Kristy Ragland
Length: 2hr 26min (Unabridged)
Released: 23-sep-2014
Publisher: Zondervan Audio
Platform: Scribd
So cute! Wanting to make her fathers secret dream of walking her down the isle come true before he dies, Emma must find a groom... immediately! Conveniently her high school crush from years ago, Jake, is currently at her house... perfect!
I found her dads cancer battle moving. I appreciated Lilly voicing her conscience and yet not walking out of Emmaโs life. First person isnโt my favourite but it was just a short novella.
Series: This is Book 11 of 12 in the A Year of Weddings 1 Series. The series is a compilation of short novellas each written by different Christian romance authors. There is a book for every month. Each book stands alone (occasionally the characters may be tied to another novel by that author.)
Content: I appreciated the Christian faith element woven in especially as she processes her dads cancer and believing for healing and all the confusing things of faith in suffering. The romance was sweet and kept to just a couple non-descriptive kisses.
Audio Performance: 6/10
Kristy gave an unvoiced narration (meaning the characters didnโt have unique voices but all sound the same)
Author: [a: Katie Ganshert|5197636|Katie Ganshert|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1413684648p2/5197636.jpg]
Narrator: Kristy Ragland
Length: 2hr 26min (Unabridged)
Released: 23-sep-2014
Publisher: Zondervan Audio
Platform: Scribd
melmo2610's review against another edition
5.0
This novella is adorable! It was a light, easy and fun read about Emma and Jake's road to the altar. I need Liam and Lilly's story now!
read_nap_repeat's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
xakyr's review against another edition
4.0
This book was great! It dealt with a very painful subject, losing a loved one to cancer and what you'll do to make their last days memorable. The religious angle wasn't preachy at all, but very subtle and relevant to the story. I was easily able to identify with the heroine, and the hero was a very kind and charming man. All of the characters were interesting and vibrant, and I could really picture the small town setting! While this was a short story, I didn't feel cheated at all, and I will be on the lookout for more from this author!
ghumpherys's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars. I've only read a handful of the books in this series of novellas, but they've all been great! I love the religious aspect and appreciate that it isn't overdone. This was a very sweet story -- wish it had been longer!
janjanjukebox's review
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
An October Bride by Katie Ganshert 120 ebook pages
A Year of Weddings 1 #11 according to series and publication date Incorrectly #10 on Goodreads
Genre: Contemporary Christian Clean Romance, Novella, Christian Fiction,
Featuring: Wisconsin, Small Towns, Cancer, Fake Dating Trope, Friends to Lovers, Father Daughter Relationships, Discussion Questions, Next Book Preview
Rating as a movie: PG for adult themes
My rating: ๐๐๐๐๐
My thoughts: 16% - These people are crazy! This is going to be good.
79% - I hate being forced to leave my book. This is good so far.
I wonder if the authors were chosen by region since they had 2 Texas books back-to-back and now 2 Wisconsin books back-to-back? Anyway, I really enjoyed this story. The only thing I did not like about it was it ended too soon, but it's novella so, there's that.
Recommend to others?: Yes. Not for everyone but it's not your typical fake dating story.
A Year of Weddings 1 #11 according to series and publication date Incorrectly #10 on Goodreads
Genre: Contemporary Christian Clean Romance, Novella, Christian Fiction,
Featuring: Wisconsin, Small Towns, Cancer, Fake Dating Trope, Friends to Lovers, Father Daughter Relationships, Discussion Questions, Next Book Preview
Rating as a movie: PG for adult themes
My rating: ๐๐๐๐๐
My thoughts: 16% - These people are crazy! This is going to be good.
79% - I hate being forced to leave my book. This is good so far.
I wonder if the authors were chosen by region since they had 2 Texas books back-to-back and now 2 Wisconsin books back-to-back? Anyway, I really enjoyed this story. The only thing I did not like about it was it ended too soon, but it's novella so, there's that.
Recommend to others?: Yes. Not for everyone but it's not your typical fake dating story.
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