The Switch by Beth O’Leary book review and audiobook review. Thank you Flatiron Books for the ARC giveaway win and Netgalley for the audiobook ALC. Review… The Switch is told in alternating POVs between granddaughter, Leena, and grandmother, Eileeen. I loved how effortlessly and subtly O’Leary switches the voice between a 29 year old and a 79 year old woman. It’s a sweet and cozy read that transports you back and forth from an English country village to life in London. If you’re expecting this book to have a lot of romance, I’d recommend adjusting your expectations. This is more of a story about the love of family (across three…
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The Telephone Box Library by Rachael Lucas
The Telephone Box Library by Rachael Lucas Book Review. A cute and cozy story that takes place in The Cotswolds! Summary from the publisher… The Cotswolds: the perfect retreat for a stressed-out teacher. And Lucy has found just the right cottage for a bargain rent. All she has to do is keep an eye on Bunty, her extremely feisty ninety-something neighbour . . . With her West Highland terrier Hamish at her side, Lucy plans to relax and read up on the women of nearby Bletchley Park. But the villagers of Little Maudley have other ideas, and she finds herself caught up in the campaign to turn a dilapidated telephone…
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Beach Read by Emily Henry
Beach Read by Emily Henry Book Review. This is perfect summer read that will likely stand out as a favorite of the year. A great balance of romance, humor, and depth. Summary from the publisher… Augustus Everett is an acclaimed author of literary fiction. January Andrews writes bestselling romance. When she pens a happily ever after, he kills off his entire cast. They’re polar opposites.In fact, the only thing they have in common is that for the next three months, they’re living in neighboring beach houses, broke, and bogged down with writer’s block. Until, one hazy evening, one thing leads to another and they strike a deal designed to force…
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Head Over Heels by Hannah Orenstein
Head Over Heels by Hannah Orenstein Book Review. Thank you so much to Atria Books and Netgalley for the free eARC; all opinions are my own. Summary from the publisher… The past seven years have been hard on Avery Abrams: After training her entire life to make the Olympic gymnastics team, a disastrous performance ended her athletic career for good. Her best friend and teammate, Jasmine, went on to become an Olympic champion, then committed the ultimate betrayal by marrying their emotionally abusive coach, Dimitri. Now, reeling from a breakup with her football star boyfriend, Avery returns to her Massachusetts hometown, where new coach Ryan asks her to help him…
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You Were There Too by Colleen Oakley
You Were There Too by Colleen Oakley Book Review. Thank you so much to Berkley Publishing for this free review copy! Summary: Mia is happily married to Harrison, although they’re not without their struggles. However, Mia has always had a reoccurring dream of another man. She clearly sees his face, but doesn’t know who he is. Then one day she meets him, the man she’s been dreaming of for years. The most confusing part of it is that he’s been dreaming of her too. Review: I was immediately drawn to the description of this book. I had some pretty high hopes, which I’m glad to say were exceeded. However, I…
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Don’t You Forget About Me by Mhairi McFarlane
Don’t You Forget About Me by Mhairi McFarlane – Book Review. Summary Georgina has been unlucky in her work and her love life. When an opportunity comes up to bartend at a great new pub, she’s thrilled. It seems like the perfect new job with a likable boss until she learns who his brother and business partner is. Lucas was her first love. Now he’s standing in front of her a decade later- successful and heartbreakingly handsome while she’s insecure about her recent firing and breakup. It doesn’t help her ego that he clearly doesn’t even remember her. Review I adored this book! It started a bit slow for me,…
