PLBR Book Reviews 2018 - A BOOK BLOG

NEVER THE BRIDE THE CHARLOTTE FALLOWFIELD

1/12/2019

I freakin loved this book! It's actually one of the best chick lit novels I have read in a very long time! It also had me in stitches. I was laughing so hard through the book I could barely breath!

Rating: ★★★★
Release Date: February 28, 2017
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: Dilbury Village #1
Pages: 244 pages
Format: Borrowed. Kindle Unlimited.

Abbie Carter felt doomed as she clutched her bouquet and started walking up the aisle. Again. She felt like she was stuck in some kind of Groundhog Day wedding nightmare. Always the bridesmaid, never the bride. Eight dresses, most of them hideous, were already stuffed in her attic space. She had more bridesmaid dresses than relationships. Was she really that unlucky in love? She despaired of ever finding her soul mate and was convinced that if she packed away dress thirteen in her attic, she’d never get to wear the coveted white one and have her happy ever after.

That was until she locked eyes with one of the handsome ushers, whose wink turned her elegant and well-practiced glide up the aisle into a flailing Bambi-on-ice spectacle. Miller Davis was the first man in forever to make her heart skip a beat, as well as her legs turn to jelly. And, for once, her interest in a man didn’t seem to be one-sided. It was just a shame that the Atlantic Ocean separated them. Abbie couldn’t even make a relationship with her

MY BIG GREEK SUMMER BY SUE ROBERTS

9/20/2018

My Big Greek Summer is an amazing read and filled with substance! I thought this would be a light and mindless read but it's got quite the kick to it. I very much recommend it!

Rating: ★★★★★
Release Date: May 3, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: None. Standalone.
Pages: 288 pages
Format: eBook. Purchased.

A holiday can solve everything… can’t it? A hilarious, hot new summer escape about kissing your past goodbye and learning to love again…

Carefree, thirty-something Mandy thought she’d be married to first-love Danny forever.

So when she discovers her heart-throb husband has had a fling, she realises it’s time to make some BIG changes. But what will Mandy do now she’s single for the first time in her adult life?

Determined to find her spark again, Mandy hops on a plane, ready for adventure and a second chance at happiness. Escaping to a sun-drenched Greek island, the glittering blue seas, golden beaches and delicious cocktails are exactly what she needs.

Over one spontaneous summer, Mandy has the time of her life making new friends in a pretty little Mediterranean village by the

A SUMMER SCANDAL BY KAT FRENCH

6/29/2018

Kat French writes fantastic chick lit novels. I love being able to escape to new places with her characters. This book, you definitely don't want to miss it this summer!

Rating: ★★★★
Release Date: June 28, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: None. Standalone.
Pages: 304 pages
Format: eBook. ARC.

Summer has never been so scandalous…

When Violet moves to Swallow Beach, she inherits a small Victorian pier with an empty arcade perched on the end of it, and falls in love immediately. She wants nothing more than to rejuvenate it and make it grand again – but how?

When she meets hunky Calvin, inspiration strikes. What if she turned the arcade into an adult-themed arcade full of artisan shops?

Not everyone in the town is happy with the idea, but Violet loves her arcade and business begins to boom. But as tensions worsen and the heat between her and Calvin begins to grow, life at Swallow Beach becomes tricky. Is it

PLAYING WITH MATCHES BY HANNAH ORENSTEIN

6/26/2018

A funny and humerus novel that hits all the spots! I really enjoyed Playing with Matches and think many readers are going to fall in love just like me.

Rating: ★★★★
Release Date: June 26, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: None. Standalone.
Pages: 320 pages
Format: eBook. ARC.

In the tradition of Good in Bed and The Assistants comes a funny and smart comedy about a young matchmaker balancing her messy personal life and the demands of her eccentric clients.

Sasha Goldberg has a lot going for her: a recent journalism degree from NYU, an apartment with her best friend Caroline, and a relationship that would be amazing if her finance-bro boyfriend Jonathan would ever look up from his BlackBerry. But when her dream career falls through, she uses her family’s darkest secret to land a job as a matchmaker for New York City’s elite at the dating service Bliss.

Despite her inexperience, Sasha throws herself into her

THE COTTAGE ON SUNSHINE BEACH BY HOLLY MARTIN

6/22/2018

Holly Martin always writes clever and feel good chick lit novels. I love reading them and discovering new places with her characters. I recommend this one!

Rating: ★★★★
Release Date: June 22, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: Sandcastle Bay series #2 (can stand alone)
Pages: 234 pages
Format: eBook. ARC.

The stunning new summer story from the bestselling author of Summer at Buttercup Beach. Step into the delightful seaside village of Sandcastle Bay, where you’ll discover golden sand, welcoming smiles and an unforgettable romance…

Melody Rosewood loves her new home in idyllic Sandcastle Bay. The beautiful little cottage on the edge of Sunshine Beach, with its bright yellow door and view of the sea has captured her heart. And she loves being close by to her family and best friend Tori Graham.

Life by the sea is pretty much perfect, there’s just one thing missing…

Gorgeous Jamie Jackson, with his cheeky grin and

WHAT FRESH HELL BY LUCY VINE

6/9/2018

Fans of books based around wedding seasons are going to love Lucy Vine's hilarious chick lit novel! This book had me laughing out loud. I very much recommend it.

Rating:★★★★
Release Date: March 8, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: None. Standalone.
Pages: 304 pages
Format: eBook. Purchased.

What do you get if you cross a dozen drunk hens with one shiny Butler in the Buff?

Meet Lilah Fox. She's on the hen do from hell. Then she gets a message (44 of them, actually) from her best friend with big news: she's getting married in six months. Oh, and Lilah's her maid of honour. Which means she just got signed up for:

- A military schedule of wedding fairs and weekly planning meetings
- Excel spreadsheets and endless hen emails
- All the enforced, expensive fun you can imagine...

What fresh hell is this?

THE HOLIDAY COTTAGE BY THE SEA BY HOLLY MARTIN

4/21/2018

Holly Martin always manages to put a big smile on my face whenever I read her books. This is no different with The Holiday Cottage by the sea. Chick lit lovers, you need to read this one. It's got everything a chick lit lover needs.

Rating: ★★★★
Release Date: April 12, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: Sandcastle Bay series #1. Standalone.
Pages: 249 pages
Format: eBook. Purchased.

The perfect place to fall in love this summer…

Tori Graham is in need of a holiday. Trying to piece her heart back together after losing the love of her life, she escapes to Blossom Cottage, with its picturesque views of the sea. And plans to spend the summer in gorgeous Sandcastle Bay, where her best friend Melody Rosewood lives.

Tori’s not expecting her summer by the beach to be eventful, until she meets handsome and mysterious Aidan Jackson…

Aidan looks after the holiday cottage Tori is staying in. Healing from past hurts, he wants to avoid any further chance of heartache. But could this newcomer be the breath of fresh air he needs?

MUMS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN BY LUCIE WHEELER

3/16/2018

This is one of those books that you cannot help but to fall in love with. If you're a fan of chick lit novels that tackle real life issues, I highly recommend this one.

Rating:★★★★
Release Date: March 16, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit
Page Number: 300 pages.
Series: None. Standalone.
Format: eBook. ARC.

Meet Nancy…

Single mum Nancy will do anything for her little boy. Jack’s autism makes life difficult at times, but she’s determined to ensure he lives the best life possible. So, when her best friend Harriet suggests a holiday to Ibiza, Nancy is torn: will Jack cope with the change in routine…will she?

And Harriet…

Workaholic mum Harriet convinces Nancy it’s the break they all need. A chance to have some fun with the kids, away from the stresses of normal life. And she’s determined to switch off her laptop, ignore her inbox, and just have fun with her kids for seven whole days…

THE LITTLE WEDDING ISLAND BY JAIMIE ADMANS

3/2/2018

I am so happy I read this book because I think I found a new chick lit, go-to author! This is an unforgettable and charming read that made me smile from ear to ear.

Rating: ★★★★
Release Date: March 2, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit.
Series: None. Standalone.
Pages: 384
Format: eBook. ARC.

‘Will you… pretend to marry me?’

Bonnie Haskett loves everything about weddings. She loves her job at a national bridal magazine and even has a deposit down on her dream dress. The only problem? She doesn’t have a fiancé!

So when Bonnie is sent to Edelweiss Island, known as ‘The Little Wedding Island’, it’s a dream come true. She’s heard the rumours, every wedding that takes place in the tiny chapel ends in a happy-ever-after.

But there’s a catch! Investigating the story, Bonnie needs to pose as a blushing bride – and the only man up for posing as her groom is her arch rival (and far too handsome for his own good) journalist Rohan Carter…

SURPRISE ME BY SOPHIE KINSELLA

2/12/2018

I am always so excited when Sophie Kinsella releases a new novel and this one was perfect!!! Sophie never lets me down which is why I have been, and probably will always be, a huge fan. I highly recommend this one.

Rating: ★★★★★
Release Date: February 13, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit and Humor.
Series: None. Standalone.
Pages: 432
Format: eBook. ARC.

A witty and emotionally charged novel that delves into the heart of a marriage, and how those we love and think we know best can sometimes surprise us the most—from #1 New York Times bestselling author Sophie Kinsella

After ten years together, Sylvie and Dan have a comfortable home, fulfilling jobs, and beautiful twin girls, and they communicate so seamlessly they finish each other’s sentences. They have a happy marriage and believe they know everything there is to know about each other. Until it’s casually mentioned to them that they could be together for another sixty-eight years . . . and panic sets in.

THE SINGLE GIRL'S TO-DO LIST BY LINDSEY KELK

2/2/2018

Lindsey Kelk is one of my favorite chick lit authors to date and I devoured this book in 24 hours. If you like the genre, this one is a must have for your TBR shelf.

Rating:★★★★
Release Date: June 1, 2011
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: None. Standalone.
Pages: 350
Format: eBook. Purchased.

A hilarious and romantic standalone novel from the bestselling author of the I Heart series

Rachel Summers loves a to-do list:
• Boyfriend
• Flat
• Great job

NOT on the list:
• Being dumped

Best friends Emelie and Matthew ride to her rescue with an entirely new kind of list – The Single Girl’s To-Do List. Rachel doesn’t know it, but it will take her on all kinds of wild adventures – and get her in some romantic pickles too. And

MATCH MADE IN MANHATTAN BY AMANDA STAUFFER

1/23/2018

Match made in Manhattan is a fun and clever novel about finding love in the digital age. Readers will be delighted with this one! Make sure to add it to your TBR.

Rating:★★★★
Release Date: January 23, 2018
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: None. Standalone.
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback. ARC.

After two intense, dead-end relationships, serial monogamist Alison finds herself confused, lonely, and drastically out of touch with the world of modern dating. Refusing to wallow, she signs up for a popular dating app and resolves to remain open-minded and optimistic as she explores the New York City singles' scene. With the click of a button, her adventures begin: On one date, she's dumped before the first kiss; on another, she dons full HAZMAT gear; she meets a tattooed folk singer turned investment banker, an undercover agent who tracks illegal exotic animals, and dozens of other colorful, captivating personalities.

Giving them each her signature "pants speech"—her pants aren't coming off unless she has a real connection with

MEET CLARA ANDREWS BY LACEY LONDON

1/20/2018

I'm not convinced that this is going to be a favorite series of mine, but I did enjoy this one and plan to read the next on in the series in the near future.

Rating: ★★★
Release Date: November 8, 2014
Genre: Chick Lit
Series: Clara Andrews #1
Pages: 338
Format: Borrowed. Kindle Unlimited.

Meet Clara Andrews... Your new best friend.

With a love of cocktails and wine, a fantastic job in the fashion industry and the world’s greatest best friends, Clara Andrews thought she had it all.

That is until a chance meeting introduces her to Oliver, a devastatingly handsome American designer. Trying to keep the focus on her work, Clara finds her heart stolen by lavish restaurants and luxury hotels.

As things get flirty, Clara reminds herself that inter-office relationships are against the rules, so when a sudden recollection of a work’s night out leads her to a gorgeous barman, she decides to see where it goes.

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