A review by nic_readsbooks
The Cottage of New Beginnings by Suzanne Snow

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

I read this as part of a book club

This book is an easy, cosy read. If you are after a lighthearted romance, this could be something you enjoy

But…

I didn’t enjoy this book. I felt like the plot was something I’ve read a hundred times before and it’s been better executed elsewhere. The main character was annoying and just a bit whiny, the love interest did nothing for me. I think I needed to see more depth to both characters to be able to care about them and the romance between them. 

The pacing felt off to me, we moved through days really quickly without really getting to know anything about these two and their lives beyond a superficial level. 

I can see this book would be popular with some people and just because it wasn’t for me doesn’t mean it’s a bad book. I will be passing it on to other members of my family who I am confident will like it but honestly I just felt bored reading it