Review of Coopers Charm

Brief Summary Courtesy of Harlequin Books 

Before the burglary that shattered her confidence, Phoenix Rose had a fiancé, a successful store and a busy, happy existence. After months spent adrift, she takes a job at the lakeside resort of Cooper’s Charm. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, friendly colleagues and a charismatic, widowed boss, Phoenix is slowly inching her way back into the world.

Visiting Cooper’s Charm to check up on her little sister, Ridley Rose impulsively agrees to fill in as housekeeper. Still reeling from an ego-bruising divorce, she finds satisfaction in a job well done—and in the attention of the resort’s handsome scuba instructor.

For Phoenix and Ridley, Cooper’s Charm is supposed to be merely temporary. But this detour may lead to the place they most need to be, where the future is as satisfying as it is surprising…

My Review

This is the second book that I rented from the Library after I heard from many that it was a great read. I am huge fan of Lori Foster so I know that this one wouldn't disappoint. I really enjoyed the storyline, I think that by having two different storylines going on it kept the reader interested and wanting to find out what happened to each sister in the end. She also added a little bit of romance, humor and mystery to top it off!

In addition to the two two storylines I think that she did a great job of creating well developed characters. She gave you enough about Phoenix and Rileys past to know where they came but didn't go over board. I also thought that the men that she chose for both of the women also fit each of the women very well.

Lastly, I enjoyed the story of overcoming fears that I felt Lori had in this book. Both women could have stayed stuck in their past with what had happened to them but instead they pushed forward and moved on.

I can't wait to read the next book in the series to see what she has in store!

Review of Josh & Hazels Guide to Not Dating

Summary Courtesy of Gallery Books

Hazel Camille Bradford knows she’s a lot to take—and frankly, most men aren’t up to the challenge. If her army of pets and thrill for the absurd don’t send them running, her lack of filter means she’ll say exactly the wrong thing in a delicate moment. Their loss. She’s a good soul in search of honest fun. 

Josh Im has known Hazel since college, where her zany playfulness proved completely incompatible with his mellow restraint. From the first night they met—when she gracelessly threw up on his shoes—to when she sent him an unintelligible email while in a post-surgical haze, Josh has always thought of Hazel more as a spectacle than a peer. But now, ten years later, after a cheating girlfriend has turned his life upside down, going out with Hazel is a breath of fresh air.

Not that Josh and Hazel date. At least, not each other. Because setting each other up on progressively terrible double blind dates means there’s nothing between them...right?

My Review 

On a whim I rented this book from the local library and I definitely did regret it. This book had a great mix of a humor, romance and a little bit of emotion. I really enjoyed watching how the author developed the characters from the very first page to the last page.

In addition to the characters I think the author did a great job on the storyline. She gave you a view of what it would be like for millennials going through the real dating scene now days and being set up by each other. It was a different view point that I had not read before. I also really enjoyed the humor she add in the story. 

Lastly, I really enjoyed how she had Hazel stand up for herself and not change for anyone. I really liked that. It was something that stuck out more than even more than the romance in the book. It really helps anyone who read this book know you don't need to change anyone and to just be yourself. 

Blog Tour & Review of Jackson by Emily March

Synopsis:

From New York Times bestselling author Emily March comes Jackson, the newest novel in the critically acclaimed Eternity Springs series.

Sometimes it takes a new beginning
Caroline Carruthers thinks she buried her dreams along with the love of her life…until a stranger named Celeste dares her to chase a dream all on her own. Moving to Redemption, Texas, is chapter one in Caroline’s new life story. Opening a bookstore is the next. Finding love is the last thing on her mind as she settles into this new place called home. But when she meets a handsome, soulful man who’s also starting over, all bets are off.

to reach a happily-ever-after
Jackson McBride came to Redemption looking only to find himself, not someone to love. Ever since his marriage ended, he’s been bitter. Sure, he used to believe in love—he even has the old song lyrics to prove it—but the Jackson of today is all business. That is, until a beautiful young widow who’s moved to town inspires a change of heart. Could it be that the myth of Redemption’s healing magic is true…and Jackson and Caroline can find a second chance at a happy ending after all?

My Review: 

I recieved an ARC of Jackson in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. I am huge fan of Emily March's Eternity Springs books, so when I was given the opportunity to read a trilogy in the series I jumped at the chance.

I can honestly say this was a really hard book for me to get into. It wasn't a typical Emily March book that I remember reading from her. I don't know if it was the storyline or the characters. I found myself putting the book down alot and coming back a couple days later and trying again. I finally got through it but it took me longer than normal. 

I think overall the writing was great but this story and characters were not for me. I still love Emily March as an author and will keep a look out for future books from her on future stories. I would tell readers to try the book out because just because I didn't like it doesn't mean you won't.

Author Bio:

Emily March is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the heartwarming Eternity Springs series. A graduate of Texas A&M University, Emily is an avid fan of Aggie sports and her recipe for jalapeño relish has made her a tailgating legend.

Buy-Book Link:

https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250314918