The plot: Her mom died two years ago. Her husband asked for a separation one year ago, and now he wants to finalize their divorce. Professional organizer Ali Morris's life is a mess. She's juggling grief and her three kids. Who needs love? But then her dog pees on Ethan Hogan's foot at the dog park and instead of getting mad, he smiles at her like she's the best thing he's ever seen. And Ali's summer suddenly starts to look a lot brighter.
My thoughts: Summer Romance is deliciously sweet and delightfully humorous. I loved it! I could relate to Ali and her very real struggles to deal with everything in her life from her messy kitchen to mediation with her soon-to-be ex-husband. And Ethan was awesome...so kind and admiring of Ali, and such a great listener. I enjoyed their interactions, especially when he takes her skateboarding and dresses up in a crazy suit to go with her to her mediation meetings. He's hilarious. I'd love to meet a guy like him. From start to last, this was such a fun book. It's a perfect summer read. Annabel Monaghan has become one of my favorite authors. I love the way she writes and crafts her characters and their happy endings. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Happy Reading!
Lovely! You capture just what makes this book so special. It makes me happy to see this book getting love <3
ReplyDeleteI just love her books. They really are something special. :D
DeleteThese characters sound very likable.
ReplyDeleteThey really are!
DeleteNice review Lark and it sounds Ike Ali and Ethan are well drawn characters and that they have chemistry together. Those are the best romance novels to read.
ReplyDeleteI so agree! And Monaghan seems to have a true talent for crafting wonderful romances that focus more on the characters than on sex. And I appreciate that.
DeleteThis one looks fun for summer. Will keep it in mind.
ReplyDeleteAny of her books would make for a good summer read!
DeleteSounds like the perfect summer read!!
ReplyDeleteIt really is!
DeleteI have not read but books with happy endings recently. I would like this
ReplyDeleteI loved it. It's just so sweet and fun. :D
DeleteI haven't read anything by this author yet, but I want to. This sounds like a great summer read. :D
ReplyDeleteShe's an author worth trying! I've loved all three of the books I've read by her and can't wait to read her next one. :D
DeleteGlad you liked this one. Dog park scene & all !
ReplyDeleteThe dog park scene totally made me laugh. And her kids' reactions to it when they find out is always very funny. :D
DeleteOh I need to read this one! I love a good main character and the dog park meeting sounds too cute. Plus, this is an author I've been wanting to read.
ReplyDeleteShe's so good! I absolutely loved her book Nora Goes Off Script. :D
DeleteGreat review, Lark. Your review is spot on, I really enjoyed this one as well.
ReplyDeleteIt was so good. A very fun summer beach read. :D
DeleteI haven't tried her, but I'm going to put this one on my TBR it sounds so lovely! :)
ReplyDeleteNora Goes Off Script is another of her book's that I think you would really like.
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