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jessie_pea90's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
2.0
What happens when two people who have relationship baggage get together… this book, that’s what happens.
Bobbie and Ross both really like each other, are great together but both come with emotional baggage (being cheated on, a scumbag of a dad and an ongoing divorce to name a few). So obviously the drama of the book is all caused by the two big romance tropes, lack of communication and the fact that one or both parties haven’t healed from past relationship trauma.
This is a cosy romance book with very low stakes, mild drama, a little bit of smutt and if the author wasn’t from Yorkshire I would say far too many instances of addressing someone as ‘Love’ and an over-fondness for going to the pub.
This kind of book is not my thing, but it’s a super easy read and a little bit of fun, with lots of northern banter. The drama isn’t really dramatic enough though and is always resolved pretty quickly so feels more tedious than plot driving and I lost interest for the last 100 pages or so where the story felt stagnant. I also felt that the characters were pretty flat, and the fact Bobbie’s dream of publishing a book is never really mentioned at all yet she goes all guns blazing for Ross’s dream a little weird, what was the point in having this as a character feature?
I would say this book is perfect for someone who likes a chick-flick and probably doesn’t read a great deal though or if you like an easy romance and need to switch off a little. It’s not the worst, but it’s not the best I’ve read of this type of book.
elisebebb's review against another edition
1.0
Couldn’t even finish it. I’m sorry but just didn’t connect with any of the characters or the plot or the area so just couldn’t get into it. Needs some more character building.
krunkjess's review against another edition
2.0
*Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This was perfectly cute until it wasn’t. I was so excited for this one after reading the blurb but unfortunately that excitement wasn’t matched in the pages. Buying a lighthouse, a hot former classmate, drunken pacts. This had all the potential but didn’t come together for me. Yes there was a fun project and yes there was some chemistry but I wasn’t invested in the characters and I think our female lead is a bit immature. Family history aside, I struggled to get over how much she freaked out about kissing a man who is going through a divorce which caused the chemistry they had in the beginning to fizzle out by mid-book and I just didn’t find myself invested through the rest.
This was perfectly cute until it wasn’t. I was so excited for this one after reading the blurb but unfortunately that excitement wasn’t matched in the pages. Buying a lighthouse, a hot former classmate, drunken pacts. This had all the potential but didn’t come together for me. Yes there was a fun project and yes there was some chemistry but I wasn’t invested in the characters and I think our female lead is a bit immature. Family history aside, I struggled to get over how much she freaked out about kissing a man who is going through a divorce which caused the chemistry they had in the beginning to fizzle out by mid-book and I just didn’t find myself invested through the rest.
laurensian's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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
thatonelibrarygirl's review against another edition
3.0
Many thanks to NetGalley for the advance reading opportunity!
This novel includes just the right amount of fluff. The relationship between Ross and Bobbie is so perfectly paralleled by the transformation of the lighthouse they are renovating. Of course, there wouldn't be a HEA without conflict... enter a character readers will love to hate. I recommend this novel for readers who need a bit of DIY rolled in with their HEA.
This novel includes just the right amount of fluff. The relationship between Ross and Bobbie is so perfectly paralleled by the transformation of the lighthouse they are renovating. Of course, there wouldn't be a HEA without conflict... enter a character readers will love to hate. I recommend this novel for readers who need a bit of DIY rolled in with their HEA.
berrybiaful's review against another edition
3.0
3 stars
this was bland and was terribly written.
didn't like the internalised misogyny of the FMC at all, and she really needed therapy before getting into another relationship.
the MMC was okay - nothing spectacular at all and he was stupid. never felt like swooning over him once lol.
while i did laugh at some things, it was just so mediocre.
gareth carried the book (and he was barely in it)
this was bland and was terribly written.
didn't like the internalised misogyny of the FMC at all, and she really needed therapy before getting into another relationship.
the MMC was okay - nothing spectacular at all and he was stupid. never felt like swooning over him once lol.
while i did laugh at some things, it was just so mediocre.
gareth carried the book (and he was barely in it)
chasingmrdarcy's review against another edition
4.0
This book was so fun! It had everything I want in an adult book- fun, flirting, a little alcohol, some bad decisions, and an engaging story! I really enjoyed getting to know these characters, and I really identified with them. I like that none of the main characters are perfect; they’re flawed, messed up, and have problems just like an average person. That made them even more relatable! I felt like the book was paced well, and kept me coming back for more! This is a winner!
melindakay's review against another edition
4.0
Rom-com perfection! Loved the characters and setting. Witty and hilarious. I want to read all of this author’s books now! Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
pageswithpayten's review against another edition
4.0
Thank you NetGalley, Aria & Aries and Mary jayne Baker for gifting me a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review!
Ok first.... What is going on with this book? NetGalley says it will be published January 7, 2021 and Goodreads says it was published June 30th, 2017. Anyways, this has nothing to do with the book itself, just weird.
Have you ever made a HUGE life change on a whim, got well and truly drunk with your childhood sweetheart in celebration and then made a pact to go into business with said childhood sweetheart? No? Just Bobbie? When Bobbie crosses paths with her first flame, Ross, he’s hanging a For Sale sign on a run down lighthouse on the cliffside. The lighthouse is for sale for £1. That night she’s a few drinks in when Ross rescues her from lame. Their connection is still there after all those years and soon they’re making plans to restore the old lighthouse and turn it into a music venue. The morning after a shared kiss, it dawns on Bobbie that Ross is separated from his wife, but still technically married. She decides they can be business partners without their feelings getting in the way and soon they’re tackling the hurdles together.
Both Bobbie and Ross are likeable and fun characters that were easy to root for. The pace was nice and I finished this one in one sitting! There are a few moments that feel a little far fetched or corny, but who doesn’t like a little bit of that in their romances every once in a while?! This plot was so refreshing, being different from any other I’ve read recently and I’m kinda obsessed with that cover!!
Ok first.... What is going on with this book? NetGalley says it will be published January 7, 2021 and Goodreads says it was published June 30th, 2017. Anyways, this has nothing to do with the book itself, just weird.
Have you ever made a HUGE life change on a whim, got well and truly drunk with your childhood sweetheart in celebration and then made a pact to go into business with said childhood sweetheart? No? Just Bobbie? When Bobbie crosses paths with her first flame, Ross, he’s hanging a For Sale sign on a run down lighthouse on the cliffside. The lighthouse is for sale for £1. That night she’s a few drinks in when Ross rescues her from lame. Their connection is still there after all those years and soon they’re making plans to restore the old lighthouse and turn it into a music venue. The morning after a shared kiss, it dawns on Bobbie that Ross is separated from his wife, but still technically married. She decides they can be business partners without their feelings getting in the way and soon they’re tackling the hurdles together.
Both Bobbie and Ross are likeable and fun characters that were easy to root for. The pace was nice and I finished this one in one sitting! There are a few moments that feel a little far fetched or corny, but who doesn’t like a little bit of that in their romances every once in a while?! This plot was so refreshing, being different from any other I’ve read recently and I’m kinda obsessed with that cover!!