A review by wagrobanite
Summer Reading by Jenn McKinlay

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I've always liked McKinlay as an author but this is my first romance of hers and it was wonderful. I was a bit skeptical when I read her note to readers about how the book was put together but it worked out wonderfully. While I don't have dyslexia there were so many parts of Sam that I connected with. Also, I want a man like Ben! This book was very well written, easy to read, and it was great to watch Sam's relationship with her brother change and grow. Someone really needs to buy the movie rights for this book because it would be an excellent romcom (just like Sam likes!).

My one complaint is that McKinlay describes Emily with such an outdated view of what a professional librarian looks like! 😡 Why must this stereotype of librarians wear cardigans continue??!!!
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