Reviews

The Year of Taking Chances by Lucy Diamond

kimasuuky's review against another edition

2.0

Nothing like I expected - and not in a good way. Based on the title and blurb I thought this would have much more depth to it. Nope - one dimensional characters complete with predictable story arcs. The book picked up a bit after the half way point, but not enough to make up for an unnecessarily lengthy intro.

Also, I hate plots that revolve around an accidental pregnancy. It's lazy and unrealistic. This story even came complete with a bitter infertile sister - way to make infertility a cliche.

susannavs's review against another edition

4.0

Another good chick lit read :-) I hadn't realised how recently published this book was until I heard the reference to the "Spooks: the Greater Good" movie! I liked all three main characters, and I'm glad they ended up happy :-)

jules_writes's review against another edition

5.0

Just the type of cheesy, romantic and drama filled chick lit I love.

I'm off to look for more books by Lucy Diamond...

atheiah's review against another edition

emotional hopeful sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.5

riipaus's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

5.0

anniinha's review against another edition

hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

vanmoorsela's review against another edition

3.0

Upbeat, light, and funny. But a little too predictable for me.

a_manda's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

Listened to this on audible. Enjoyable.

katemeadow's review against another edition

funny hopeful relaxing fast-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

3.5

beenb's review against another edition

4.0

Sometimes, the best kind of stories are ones that seem to depict everyday life in a certain way. Have really enjoyed this story and the three characters as they experienced growth, loss and triumphs.