From the back of the book:"Young Lola, under duress, accepts a huge bribe to break up with her boyfriend. The worst part is, the bribe is from his mother. Ten years later, when they meet again, her feelings for him are as strong as ever-but how is she going to win him back without telling him why she broke his heart in the first place?"
My thoughts:
My thoughts on this book can be summed up in one sentence: "What a fun read!" Seriously, it really was a fun read and I ended up enjoying this book immensely. I can't say that I read a lot of chick lit. but this is an author that I will be looking for more of. The main character was hilarious...Lola is far from perfect and not worried about it. She is lovable, crass, crazy, and not quite realistic at times. But I couldn't help but like her and hope for the best for her. And I am going to have to repeat how hilarious she was. There were times that I was reading this book where I was shaking with laughter (this happened while I was reading on my break at work..they probably all think I'm nuts now :) My only qualm with the book was that the plot wasn't realistic at times....the tidy bow type of ending for example. But it really didn't detract from the book for me because I liked it so much. It was pure escapist reading and I was caught up in its' thrall. One of the quotes on the back of the book said it best when they said "you won't get a thing done till it's finished." I didn't want to put it down and was constantly wondering what Lola was going to do next. All in all, a fun read and I have found a new author that I will reading more of in the future!
My Rating/Recommendations: 4 out of 5 and recommended to anyone who enjoys chic lit. or is in the mood for a good read :)
Challenges: 100+ Book Challenge, New Author Challenge, A-Z Challenge ("A" Title)
I thought it was a fun and enjoyable read as well...I love her books!
ReplyDeleteAmy- This was my 1st book by her but it won't be my last! I really liked this book and can't wait to read more by her :)
ReplyDeleteI have heard so many good things about this book. I entered a contest here and there so maybe I'll win a copy. Looks like a good summer read. Glad you enjoyed it Sam.
ReplyDeleteDar- I bet that you would really enjoy this book. A great summer read for sure :)
ReplyDeleteGreat review Sam!! I've read some good reviews of this one and like you they all thought it would be a fun book to take to the beach. I think I may read this one during the summer too!!
ReplyDeleteStaci- I bet you will enjoy it. It was the perfect book for a good laugh!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like great fun, Sam! Lola sounds like my kind of character. Great review!
ReplyDeleteLiterary Feline- She was a hoot! This was such a pleasant read :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like it would be a great read-a-thon book (or lazy weekend or vacation). Your Internet back up and running?
ReplyDeleteTrish- It would be a good book for the readathon. The internet is being iffy right now. They are supposed to be sending us a new modem which will make a difference. I can connect right now but it is slow and sometimes I can't connect at all. The joys of the internet :)
ReplyDeleteI have read so many good things about this book - and your review cinched it - I am getting this book!!! LOL
ReplyDeleteKara- I bet that you willl really like it! I can't wait to hear your thoughts after you finish :)
ReplyDeleteIt does sound like a fun read! Hope my library gets it in soon.
ReplyDeleteLadytink- I'm hoping that my library gets some more of her books in as well :)
ReplyDeleteI've heard so many good things about this book - I can't wait to read it! It sounds like a perfect light, fun read.
ReplyDeleteIliana- It really is a great read. Hope you enjoy it as well :)
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