I’ve gotten back into Sophie Kinsella this year so getting to read a new release was great. Now, this was more like a 3.5, but I don’t do half-stars. And while I had some issues in the middle the ending was a great redemption.
Ava was a lot like Becky from the Shopaholic series. She was flighty and oblivious. I can be a little scatter-brained so I usually don’t care, but Ava kind of got on my nerves. She did grow and learn some self-control which was nice, but took a long time to get there.
Matt was interesting. Ms. Kinsella did a good job of showing his personality. Even though this was from Ava’s perspective, I completely understand his behaviors.
The romance was a little lacking. I didn’t hate them together or anything, but I did really see the chemistry. Ultimately, I am happy for them, but I think I would’ve been just as happy with them not as a couple in the end.
I did like the side characters and friendships. Both Ava and Matt had good, if unconventional or odd, friends. I especially liked when their two groups come together-those were funny moments.
This was one of my least favorite Sophie Kinsella books. I still enjoyed it and recommend it.
Thanks for reading!
Holly