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A review by michellekmartin
The Setup by Lizzy Dent
3.0
3.5 stars | Mara is in a rut and she is prompted into action to take control of her life after she has a run-in with a fortune teller and the man she thinks is 'the one'. She has three months to get her life in order before she is reunited with Joe, who she thinks is her soul mate, but in the process, she meets Ash, he's her new flatmate. A summer transformation ensues and this book was a pure joy.
I love Lizzy Dent's writing and characters. Mara wasn't the most likable character, there were many moments where I really disliked her. But I loved the small-town English coastal setting, the cast of friends that Mara makes, the community initiative to save a historic community lido, and Ash's character. I also loved the commentary on friendships as we age and how they change. And the addition of horoscopes (will always love a rom-com featuring horoscopes).
A very fun, smart summer read!
I love Lizzy Dent's writing and characters. Mara wasn't the most likable character, there were many moments where I really disliked her. But I loved the small-town English coastal setting, the cast of friends that Mara makes, the community initiative to save a historic community lido, and Ash's character. I also loved the commentary on friendships as we age and how they change. And the addition of horoscopes (will always love a rom-com featuring horoscopes).
A very fun, smart summer read!