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This Time Next Year
by Sophie Cousens
I don’t know why I’ve had this sat on my Netgalley tbr for so long and I’ve finally plucked myself up to get it read, partly thanks to Netgalley November and also because everyone has been raving about Sophie’s newest book; Just Haven’t Met You Yet.
This book is all about Minnie and Quinn and their New Years celebrations (or not) over the years. After numerous unfortunate events for Minnie in the past she lives by the New Years curse and tries to stay at home to celebrate most years. This year she is going out though, and ends up spending the evening locked in a toilet… only to be eventually rescued by a dashing guy. The same guy who happened to steal her name when she was born…
As we flick through the years, interspersing between current day and the past we get to learn more about Quinn and Minnie as they grew up and the reasons why they are as they are. Sometimes I found myself getting a bit lost but I think that was because I missed the chapter title (pay attention to that and at least you’ll know if it’s past or current day). We also get to meet their families and how things aren’t always as they first appear.
I actually quite liked both Quinn and Minnie, and could quickly see that there was a lot more to Quinn than first appearances. The way he is with his mum is really touching and I felt like reaching in and giving him a big hug, probably warming to him more than Minnie. She is a fab character as well though, and one who makes the most amazing sounding pies - I’d quite happily eat one right now! If nothing else then this book will definitely leave you hungry!
Without giving away too much, this book had me coming and going and I really couldn’t predict which way it was going to finish. I loved the Zoo, bringing back vivid memories of visiting London Zoo myself a few years ago, although I would definitely be passing on the outdoor swimming sessions!
I shall now be adding Sophie’s latest book to my tbr as if this is anything to go by I’ll be absolutely hooked.
This book is all about Minnie and Quinn and their New Years celebrations (or not) over the years. After numerous unfortunate events for Minnie in the past she lives by the New Years curse and tries to stay at home to celebrate most years. This year she is going out though, and ends up spending the evening locked in a toilet… only to be eventually rescued by a dashing guy. The same guy who happened to steal her name when she was born…
As we flick through the years, interspersing between current day and the past we get to learn more about Quinn and Minnie as they grew up and the reasons why they are as they are. Sometimes I found myself getting a bit lost but I think that was because I missed the chapter title (pay attention to that and at least you’ll know if it’s past or current day). We also get to meet their families and how things aren’t always as they first appear.
I actually quite liked both Quinn and Minnie, and could quickly see that there was a lot more to Quinn than first appearances. The way he is with his mum is really touching and I felt like reaching in and giving him a big hug, probably warming to him more than Minnie. She is a fab character as well though, and one who makes the most amazing sounding pies - I’d quite happily eat one right now! If nothing else then this book will definitely leave you hungry!
Without giving away too much, this book had me coming and going and I really couldn’t predict which way it was going to finish. I loved the Zoo, bringing back vivid memories of visiting London Zoo myself a few years ago, although I would definitely be passing on the outdoor swimming sessions!
I shall now be adding Sophie’s latest book to my tbr as if this is anything to go by I’ll be absolutely hooked.