Book Review: The Plot Twist by Victoria Walters

This is the second book that I have read by the author. I really love her writing style, the way she sets the premises, and slowly introduce the main characters and their past issues.

Noah is a very thoughtful character, and his past issues stems from his issues with his father who so happens to be the boss of publishing company. Stevie, who is going to join a new company, realised that her new boss is going to be her ex, Noah! The plot is quite predictable, and the only gripe i had were the long emails that Noah had written to Stevie over and over again.

Overall 4/5

Book Review: Chef’s kiss at the Chalet by Sookie Snow

This book was such a light breeze romantic kind of book but i enjoyed it too much, and yes, it will make you feel very hungry and wish you were at maplewood creek too!

Elle took up a chalet girl job at the prestigious Hawthorne family in order to earn some quick cash for her course at a prestigious school.

I really loved the detailed description of the food, and also the scenery. It makes me wish that christmas is here already but it is November right now so soon!

Charles is a flirty kind but also caring kind of guy, and the chemistry and romance that blossomed between Elle and Charles was just at the right pace.

The side characters were also easy to read, despite Mrs Hawthorne rigit composure , Elle still managed to win her heart through food

Overall a delicious delight! 4.5/5

Book Review: The Great Outdoors by Kayla Olson

5/5 Stars !

I really loved the pace and setting of the book.

Type A high maintenance Sadie signs up for a 12 day hike after being dumped by her long-time ex boyfriend – reason being she is to high maintenance. At the first day of the hike she meets August Thorn, the leader of the hike trip.

I enjoyed the banter between Sadie and Thorn. No doubt there was underlying chemistry from the get go but because Sadie often finds herself in too many situations (for eg. she brought facial masks, lipsticks, a whole tray of coffee with the pot :P) and not forgetting her wearing unsuitable footwear. Thorn , being a handsome and charismatic leader also has his baggages but Sadie slowly becomes his safe space.

There are other characters as well like zoe, britanny, the coffe guys who all made the story more interesting.

Overall 5/5

Book Review:Crazy Scripted Love by Elizabeth Drummond

I really really love this book. Lucy is an overworked PA who flys over to another continent to help RJ, the director to write a script that is written by Elliot. Elliot is a script writer with dreams to be a director but so far does not have any opportunit to be one. As both work together on the same script, sparks fly and a romance develops

It shows how the scriptwriting world is like, and the backstabbing involved. And how easy it is to trust people and then things happen.

I like Lucie, she fights for what she wants and doesn’t back down when she meets difficulty. However, she only hesistates when it comes to love, but mostly is because she is afraid of getting hurt again. Still, she has a strong resilience and grows into a strong independent woman eventually

Elliot is another story. He is cool on the surface, doesnt’ show his emotions much but is actually really very caring deep inside. Though he might be misunderstood at times, his true nature will always be shown eventually

Overall 5/5

Book Review: Blind date with a Book by Emily Kerr

First of all, I love the book cover! It captures the “bookshop in a boat” concept perfectly.

Molly has purchased the canal boat from her beloved grandma (who is currently resting at home due to her health) and has turned the boat into a bookshop. As mooring fees are expensive and she needs to raise money for it, she creates the blind date with a book event. Alongside comes Jack who arrives in the most chaotic way and the peace in the canal that Molly has been enjoying has been disrupted.

I love the pace of the relationsip between Jack and Molly. With Molly’s initial misunderstanding of Jack’s intention (which is understandable) , still Jack continues to show integrity in what he do and what he says.

I really would love to visit oxford bookship if it was real. I think this book would be a great hallmark movie though 😛

Overall 4/5

Book Review: The Christmas Countdown by Holly Cassidy

aawww this was such a heartwarming chrismassy Book, really makes me wish christmas is here already!

Callie, having her heart broken by Oliver, is tasked by her sister Anita to complete the advent calender tasks.  Soon she and Marco develops crushes on each other and their romance blossoms in the christmas landscape.

I really like Anita, and how different she is from Calie. Her love for her sister is so strong and vice versa and their relationship is able to weather all kind of storms.

Marco is a very sweet guy, even though the misunderstandings happen but he still hold space for callie and understands her emotions.

I love the advent calendar tasks too, so creative yet able to be relatable to all the characters involved.

Overall 5/5

Book Review: Fated Skates by Victoria Schade

Reading this book really made me miss ice skating

Quinn is training for the olympic gold medal and Benny ( who has a past with Quinn) – to get a spot with the score, decides to make Quinn’s comeback a story to propel him into the company.

I really like how the author showcase the logistics of the competition, how the skaters feel, what kind of emotions they go through leading up to the competition. The book also covers athletes who have “retired” due to controversy . I was more invested in Quinn’s story and comeback , rather than quinn and Benn’s romance

Overall 4.5/5

Book Review: Home no matter where by Nancy Naigle

This story was so awesome and wholesome, as always by Nancy Naigle.

Fisher is trying to be satisfied with his own life, a life that he built from all the mistakes he makes and he feels happy now , but still feels something is missing. Nina has moved her daughter kendra to the small town so that they can start over. Fisher and Nina slowly develops a romance, but Nina always has to put Kendra first above her own needs.

I really like Nancy’s flow of writing, the plot is steady, it is not rush, there is nothing missing but everything is described in detail, allowing the readers to feel the emotions of all three main characters.

Of course Tug and Rosmary are supporting characters this time round, having their own story in the previous book but they still provide a strong support to the story here.

Overall 4.5/5

Book Review: Let us march on by Shara Moon

Wow one of the best historical fiction book I have read.

The events, though some exaggerated still kept the story relevant and the main characters were much loved.

I loved looking up on what i read as well and it was really interesting to see what really happened.

Overall 5/5

Book Review: The Summer of Second Chances by Miranda Liasson

I read the first book which was based on Tony and Hadley, and this is based on Darla and Nick.

Darla is a strong warrior, cancer survivor, but she always worry if it will return. This book brings us through her emotions and worry about the illness, her second chance relationship with Nick and also how friendship matters in times of crisis.

I like that Darla had a strong network of support when crisis happens. It is very important especially so when one is ill , so that she or he can turn to her network of support .

Nick is also very supportive, wanting to have a second chance and decided to be brave and not run away like he did previously.

Overall 5/5