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Marry Me Tomorrow
Emily needs a husband…fast. It’s just a few days until Christmas and to finally put a stop to her nagging mother’s matchmaking plans, Emily has convinced her that she’s already married!
And when her excited mum announces that she’s coming to stay, Emily can think of only one man to play the part: gorgeous ex-soldier, Sam. It’s the best part of her day, handing him a coffee every morning – but then, Emily never expected to offer him her hand in marriage, too…
All that’s left is for Sam to say ‘I do’ – it’s the perfect plan! So why then, do her ‘pretend’ feelings for Sam seem far too real?
Fans of Debbie Johnson, Holly Martin and Christie Barlow will love this heartwarming read from debut author, Carla Burgess.
And when her excited mum announces that she’s coming to stay, Emily can think of only one man to play the part: gorgeous ex-soldier, Sam. It’s the best part of her day, handing him a coffee every morning – but then, Emily never expected to offer him her hand in marriage, too…
All that’s left is for Sam to say ‘I do’ – it’s the perfect plan! So why then, do her ‘pretend’ feelings for Sam seem far too real?
Fans of Debbie Johnson, Holly Martin and Christie Barlow will love this heartwarming read from debut author, Carla Burgess.
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First published October 3, 2016
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December 20, 2025
2.75/5⭐️
La historia era interesante, al menos para ver que pasaba, pero la escritura y las situaciones no me gustaron.
El to o fue plano en todo el libro, como un relato sin emoción.
Lo terminé y eso es algo, pero no puedo decir que me gustó.
La historia era interesante, al menos para ver que pasaba, pero la escritura y las situaciones no me gustaron.
El to o fue plano en todo el libro, como un relato sin emoción.
Lo terminé y eso es algo, pero no puedo decir que me gustó.
November 22, 2016
Oh my gosh. I absolutely adored this book. This was just perfect. Yes ok in places it was sugary sweet overload but I just thought it was adorable. It had me laughing, and it made me happy and made me feel all warm and Christmassy.
It's a few days until Christmas and our leading lady Emily needs a man to pretend to be her husband as her mum is coming to town. The book starts with Emily proposing to a man called Sam. The only thing is Sam is homeless and he really doesn't want to pretend to be married to Emily.
After a lot of persuading Sam agrees after all he will have a roof over his head and food in his belly. He will be able to sleep comfortably and will be warm and dry. But same comes with baggage an ex wife, a brother whose marriage is less than perfect and a daughter that he thought was his until a perternity test proved that his ex wife had been having an affair with his cousin. The problem is they all think Sam has been off living the high life when he has actually been sleeping on the streets.
Emily has baggage too. Her dad ran off with the local girl from the chip shop and never got in contact with her again. Since then she had been scarred every man she falls in love with will up and leave her.
Emily's best friend Isn't too happy about the new arrangement. But she is the type of girl everyone needs fighting their corner as she was loyaly protective and a great friend.
Emily's mum Pam plans to visit her daughter with her new husband len but when she finds out he has been sleeping with someone else she comes on here own. Making Emily and Sams lie harder to distinguish from the truth and pushing them closer together.
Will Emily and Sam be able to fix each other?
Can Sam fix things with his brother?
Will Pam and len get back together?
Can Emily and Sam pull off this big lie?
Will Emily and Sam fall head over heals for each other and end up falling in love?
This is a great feel good Christmas book. It is about love, friendship, family, finding yourself and happiness. It will have you rethinking your views on homeless people. It will have you laughing and it will play on your heart strings. But most importantly it will make you happy it will make you feel Christmassy and leave you with a happy feeling and a big smile on your face. I loved it
Happy reading everyone
It's a few days until Christmas and our leading lady Emily needs a man to pretend to be her husband as her mum is coming to town. The book starts with Emily proposing to a man called Sam. The only thing is Sam is homeless and he really doesn't want to pretend to be married to Emily.
After a lot of persuading Sam agrees after all he will have a roof over his head and food in his belly. He will be able to sleep comfortably and will be warm and dry. But same comes with baggage an ex wife, a brother whose marriage is less than perfect and a daughter that he thought was his until a perternity test proved that his ex wife had been having an affair with his cousin. The problem is they all think Sam has been off living the high life when he has actually been sleeping on the streets.
Emily has baggage too. Her dad ran off with the local girl from the chip shop and never got in contact with her again. Since then she had been scarred every man she falls in love with will up and leave her.
Emily's best friend Isn't too happy about the new arrangement. But she is the type of girl everyone needs fighting their corner as she was loyaly protective and a great friend.
Emily's mum Pam plans to visit her daughter with her new husband len but when she finds out he has been sleeping with someone else she comes on here own. Making Emily and Sams lie harder to distinguish from the truth and pushing them closer together.
Will Emily and Sam be able to fix each other?
Can Sam fix things with his brother?
Will Pam and len get back together?
Can Emily and Sam pull off this big lie?
Will Emily and Sam fall head over heals for each other and end up falling in love?
This is a great feel good Christmas book. It is about love, friendship, family, finding yourself and happiness. It will have you rethinking your views on homeless people. It will have you laughing and it will play on your heart strings. But most importantly it will make you happy it will make you feel Christmassy and leave you with a happy feeling and a big smile on your face. I loved it
Happy reading everyone
October 5, 2016
A sweet and funny love story.
Emily has one of those mothers who's always asking when she'll get married, so she tells her she *is* married and it escalates from there. :)
Emily has one of those mothers who's always asking when she'll get married, so she tells her she *is* married and it escalates from there. :)
December 6, 2016
Emotional, funny and festive.
This book had me constantly on edge, it was perfectly written and such a touching story, definitely worth the read over Christmas.
This book had me constantly on edge, it was perfectly written and such a touching story, definitely worth the read over Christmas.
December 30, 2017
4.5 stars
Really enjoyed this. It had a sweet, lovely meandering quality, and a tender love story. The author's voice is unique and charming.
Really enjoyed this. It had a sweet, lovely meandering quality, and a tender love story. The author's voice is unique and charming.
October 25, 2016
To stop her mother from harping on her to get married, Emily tells Mom she IS married. The plan backfires when her mother decides to visit to meet Emily’s new husband. Emily scurries to find someone who might be willing to pretend to be her husband, and the person she keeps thinking of is military veteran/homeless Sam, the man she buys coffee for each day. He agrees, moves in, and the romance is underway.
I enjoyed how smoothly the author built their romance. No insta-love here. Sam & Emily slowly find themselves falling for each other and it’s a pleasure to watch it unfold. The book is sweet, funny, and loaded with heart. It’s a fun read on a chilly Sunday while you’re sitting in front of the fire, a mug of steaming cocoa by your side. There’s great chemistry between Sam & Emily, and the much-needed happy ending.
Thank you NetGalley, Carla Burgess, & Carina UK for giving me an ARC of MARRY ME TOMORROW in exchange for an honest review.
I enjoyed how smoothly the author built their romance. No insta-love here. Sam & Emily slowly find themselves falling for each other and it’s a pleasure to watch it unfold. The book is sweet, funny, and loaded with heart. It’s a fun read on a chilly Sunday while you’re sitting in front of the fire, a mug of steaming cocoa by your side. There’s great chemistry between Sam & Emily, and the much-needed happy ending.
Thank you NetGalley, Carla Burgess, & Carina UK for giving me an ARC of MARRY ME TOMORROW in exchange for an honest review.
June 9, 2025
This book has surprised me so much and is probably a book I will return to many times in the future! It has fun festiveness and so much kindness that it really makes you think about what's important in life.
Emily accidentally told her mother that she was married and now with Christmas approaching and her mother coming to stay she has to go and find herself a man!
She manages to talk a homeless man off the streets to move in and pretend to be her husband over the festive season. What could possibly go wrong??
Sam is the loveliest character I have come across in a long time and the chemistry between him and Emily is jusy lovely.
I enjoyed the story so much that I even told my husband about it. We both agreed it would make such a fun movie.
Thanks to Net Galley and Carina UK for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
Emily accidentally told her mother that she was married and now with Christmas approaching and her mother coming to stay she has to go and find herself a man!
She manages to talk a homeless man off the streets to move in and pretend to be her husband over the festive season. What could possibly go wrong??
Sam is the loveliest character I have come across in a long time and the chemistry between him and Emily is jusy lovely.
I enjoyed the story so much that I even told my husband about it. We both agreed it would make such a fun movie.
Thanks to Net Galley and Carina UK for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
September 26, 2016
Emily is desperate, in order to get her mother who lives in New York off her back she told her that she had got married but now her mother is making a surprise trip for Christmas to come and see her and meet the husband!
How desperate can she be......surely not desperate to pluck a homeless man off the street, clean him up re clothe him and present him to her mother as her husband....can she...and can she really get away with it?
A lovely story - Sam is a great character - an ex army man who fell on bad times and hit rock bottom until he met Emily and their growing relationship, although predictable, unfolds beautifully
How desperate can she be......surely not desperate to pluck a homeless man off the street, clean him up re clothe him and present him to her mother as her husband....can she...and can she really get away with it?
A lovely story - Sam is a great character - an ex army man who fell on bad times and hit rock bottom until he met Emily and their growing relationship, although predictable, unfolds beautifully
December 15, 2016
FROM HAVING NOTHING TO RECEIVING EVERYTHING!!!
I am from the States so we speak differently and that is an understatement! Once I figured out the lingo of the book I was good to go! I really enjoyed Marry Me Tomorrow! It is so heart warming! I curled up on my love seat with my hot cocoa and enjoyed every bit of this book, great Holiday read!!!
Sam and Emily both go from being lonely people who really have nothing but emotional scars to giving each other everything that they could ever want! It starts out because Emily lied to her Mom and can not tell her the truth! The twists and turns are going to have you laughing and crying!!!
I am from the States so we speak differently and that is an understatement! Once I figured out the lingo of the book I was good to go! I really enjoyed Marry Me Tomorrow! It is so heart warming! I curled up on my love seat with my hot cocoa and enjoyed every bit of this book, great Holiday read!!!
Sam and Emily both go from being lonely people who really have nothing but emotional scars to giving each other everything that they could ever want! It starts out because Emily lied to her Mom and can not tell her the truth! The twists and turns are going to have you laughing and crying!!!
October 14, 2016
So many tough subjects are touched on in this fabulous book that managed to be both gritty and sweet. With a humorous dialogue, loveable characters, classic villains and many surprises it really delivers the feels.
December 20, 2016
A woman who has a fake marriage to an ex soldier, then starts to have a feeling for him.
It was very funny and heartwarming. The ending was so lovely!! (Sam would say "I was actually going for fucking amazing, but lovely will do.")
It was very funny and heartwarming. The ending was so lovely!! (Sam would say "I was actually going for fucking amazing, but lovely will do.")
December 13, 2022
I never bother to leave reviews of books but I have to say, this one here has inspired me to do so. Marry Me Tomorrow caught me as an out-of-the-normal premise in a slew of similar holiday reads, so why not give it a go, I thought. Reading and rereading the same repetitious lines is one thing—heck, I can deal with that! Easily! I was getting through the book with ease, but so began the parade of something unexpected. (None of these quotes are spoiler-y.)
Yes. Ha, ha. Don't get all offended, Emily. It isn't as though she wasn't correct at the start, but good lord. I wouldn't have even thought much of the comment initially, but then we continue on.
Mum's a dismissive doll who marries for money and suddenly grows a strong opinion on the situation her daughter's in at various points of the story. But more than that, gay? Emily? Silly!
Okay.
OKAY.
Now, to get away from the OH MY GOD, IMAGINE A GAY, then one other gem of a joke and a passing fancy that caught me off guard:
All right. Sure. I just—
I'm happy to delete this one and forget all about it. I don't ask for a lot from het romance novels at this point, but as someone in the LGBT community, this one failed and gave me absolutely zero holiday cheer.
“Why do I have to have a man in my life? Is that the only thing that should define me as a woman? I think not. I’m perfectly happy on my own.”
“Are you gay?’
‘What?’ I gaped at him. ‘So, because I’m over thirty and don’t have a man in my life, I must be gay?’
‘I’m just asking! Don’t get all offended.’ He laughed.
Yes. Ha, ha. Don't get all offended, Emily. It isn't as though she wasn't correct at the start, but good lord. I wouldn't have even thought much of the comment initially, but then we continue on.
“She actually said she thought I was gay?’ I asked, troubled.
“Yes, she gave me this big lecture about how I should reassure you that it was okay and I would accept you no matter what. I told her that you knew that anyway.’ Mum popped a forkful of curry in her mouth, apparently pleased with her response. I gulped down some wine. Maybe I wouldn’t go to the sodding meal either. ‘So, you see, Sam, you have to be there.’
‘You don’t have to,’ I told him. ‘Let her think what she wants.’
Mum laughed. ‘You’re not offended are you, Emily? Silly!”
Mum's a dismissive doll who marries for money and suddenly grows a strong opinion on the situation her daughter's in at various points of the story. But more than that, gay? Emily? Silly!
“I need to prove that Emily’s not a lesbian. Barbara was convinced that she was.”
Okay.
“I mean, we all thought you were a lesbian, didn’t we, Arthur.’
OKAY.
Now, to get away from the OH MY GOD, IMAGINE A GAY, then one other gem of a joke and a passing fancy that caught me off guard:
“No, I was terrified you were going to come in and rape me.”
Why would I miss Sam being homeless? That was a horrible thing to miss. I should be happy that I didn’t see him sitting on the floor in all weathers every morning.
All right. Sure. I just—
I'm happy to delete this one and forget all about it. I don't ask for a lot from het romance novels at this point, but as someone in the LGBT community, this one failed and gave me absolutely zero holiday cheer.
January 11, 2021
I can’t remember the last time I disliked a book this much.
Firstly, there was so chemistry, did they fall in love? Because I can’t remember where it happened. They argued and were highly uncomfortable for the most if it. Other than the physical attraction, it just seemed like he was there so that was enough?
Her friend was horrible and just a likeable character.
I’m sorry but all this because they’d thought maybe her dad could have become homeless? It wasn’t a good enough reason to let a stranger into her house and for most of it she resented her dad anyway. It just felt like an unnecessary addition to the plot.
There were SO many parts that were just repetitive and I would have preferred if the author set out scenes in which maybe the insecurities became obvious. Instead of just saying it, over and over again.
I found this book really hard to finish, because I was so incredibly bored.
Firstly, there was so chemistry, did they fall in love? Because I can’t remember where it happened. They argued and were highly uncomfortable for the most if it. Other than the physical attraction, it just seemed like he was there so that was enough?
Her friend was horrible and just a likeable character.
I’m sorry but all this because they’d thought maybe her dad could have become homeless? It wasn’t a good enough reason to let a stranger into her house and for most of it she resented her dad anyway. It just felt like an unnecessary addition to the plot.
There were SO many parts that were just repetitive and I would have preferred if the author set out scenes in which maybe the insecurities became obvious. Instead of just saying it, over and over again.
I found this book really hard to finish, because I was so incredibly bored.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 5, 2022
This is so fun to read. Slow-burn, fake-dating, that you might think, 'there's a thousand books with that trope', and you're right. 8 out of 10 of romance for the past decade comprise of fake dating (or cliches), but these characters are more interesting, and they're not stupidly blind in love, or annoying and unreasonable. Although at first I though it will be as generic as the rest of them, I should admit, I judged it too quickly. The main characters had their head straight. And its just so wholesome. The supporting characters was there with purpose. The story was well paced, the dialogues funny and sweet, the chemistry, ugh. I know this is least likely to happen in real life, but so is marrying a billionaire. So, if I'm choosing a poison, I'd chose this one.
November 21, 2019
I really liked this. While I read a ton of romance , I’ve never read one with this specific subject matter , so that alone made it cool. Even without that though , she’s a great writer with nice dialogue and good characters. Def want to read more from her
November 21, 2019
I was absolutely and delightfully surprised with this book!
December 19, 2020
This book is such a sweet romance book. I am sad that the author doesn’t have any of her works as audiobooks because I would really fly through them if I could double dip. The British spellings of words made me smile. I was so into the characters and their stories. I smiled and sighed along with them. This is the best Christmas book I have read in 2020!
January 15, 2023
Ahhhh! I really enjoyed this one!
I could tell where this one was leading, but I loved the flow of this book, how easy it was to follow and a gentle read.
Emily needs to Marry and fast, her mother is expecting her husband to be there at Christmas but there's a problem, she's not actually married. Sam steps in, the become acquainted and slowly but surely they act like a proper married couple just off their honeymoon. Sam has a past, so does Emily and her Mum, it was nice for them to all have different backgrounds to show how their life events had affected their lives.
Such a sweet story. Would recommend to anyone who wants an easy read with a happy ending. I'll definitely be reading some stories more by Carla Burgess!
I could tell where this one was leading, but I loved the flow of this book, how easy it was to follow and a gentle read.
Emily needs to Marry and fast, her mother is expecting her husband to be there at Christmas but there's a problem, she's not actually married. Sam steps in, the become acquainted and slowly but surely they act like a proper married couple just off their honeymoon. Sam has a past, so does Emily and her Mum, it was nice for them to all have different backgrounds to show how their life events had affected their lives.
Such a sweet story. Would recommend to anyone who wants an easy read with a happy ending. I'll definitely be reading some stories more by Carla Burgess!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 25, 2016
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When I first spotted this book on Carina's Facebook account I just knew that I had to go and buy it. After all, with a title like 'Marry Me Tomorrow', how can anyone let that go by them without reading it?! Far too curious for my own good.
It's Christmas time and that can only mean one thing: family time! It's all well and good to see your family over Christmas; just as long as you haven't told them that you have gotten married....
Oh, wait, it's only Emily that does that isn't it? Emily's mum likes to think she is Cilla Black (may she rest in peace) and set her daughter up on dates; never mind the fact that she might actually be happy single! So, to make life 'easier' for herself, COUGH, Emily told her mum that she got married when she actually hadn't. Where will Emily find a man who will willingly become her 'husband' over Christmas? Nothing says 'marry me' like a takeaway cup of Nescafe of a morning...
I'll admit, I surrendered to this book and became its page mistress after reading the first couple of pages! I could NOT put it down. Even though I had an inkling of what Emily was up to, there was still a small part of me that thought she wouldn't go through with it. If someone came up to me with a cup of coffee and asked me to do them a favour I would politely take the coffee and be miffed that they forgot the sugar! Never mind agreeing to Emily's 'genius' idea (I wouldn't by the way). Given the fact that I thought Emily's idea was far from genius, it made me want to keep on reading. The absurdity and bizarreness of her offering made for excellent reading.
As more of the story unfolded I kept giggling because as readers, we were aware of the secret and her mum wasn't, so 'watching' Emily and her beau trying to match their stories was absolutely hilarious. I thoroughly enjoyed the spontaneity of the storyline and all of the characters involved, well, bar one (but you'll find out for yourself which one I'm on about!).
I haven't come across a book that was cringy, bizarre and hilarious all at once, until now. One thing has left me quite shocked though; Marry Me Tomorrow is the first novel by debut author Carla Burgess. FIRST! I had absolutely no idea that this book was her first because of the way it was written. The storyline didn't scream 'debut' one bit; instead, it felt as though Carla had been publishing books for a long time.
A fun, bizarre and unexpected read from debut author Carla Burgess. Marry Me Tomorrow ticked all my boxes and some. The perfect pick me up type book that has flown into my top books of 2016. Fantastic book, cannot wait to see what Carla brings out next!
When I first spotted this book on Carina's Facebook account I just knew that I had to go and buy it. After all, with a title like 'Marry Me Tomorrow', how can anyone let that go by them without reading it?! Far too curious for my own good.
It's Christmas time and that can only mean one thing: family time! It's all well and good to see your family over Christmas; just as long as you haven't told them that you have gotten married....
Oh, wait, it's only Emily that does that isn't it? Emily's mum likes to think she is Cilla Black (may she rest in peace) and set her daughter up on dates; never mind the fact that she might actually be happy single! So, to make life 'easier' for herself, COUGH, Emily told her mum that she got married when she actually hadn't. Where will Emily find a man who will willingly become her 'husband' over Christmas? Nothing says 'marry me' like a takeaway cup of Nescafe of a morning...
I'll admit, I surrendered to this book and became its page mistress after reading the first couple of pages! I could NOT put it down. Even though I had an inkling of what Emily was up to, there was still a small part of me that thought she wouldn't go through with it. If someone came up to me with a cup of coffee and asked me to do them a favour I would politely take the coffee and be miffed that they forgot the sugar! Never mind agreeing to Emily's 'genius' idea (I wouldn't by the way). Given the fact that I thought Emily's idea was far from genius, it made me want to keep on reading. The absurdity and bizarreness of her offering made for excellent reading.
As more of the story unfolded I kept giggling because as readers, we were aware of the secret and her mum wasn't, so 'watching' Emily and her beau trying to match their stories was absolutely hilarious. I thoroughly enjoyed the spontaneity of the storyline and all of the characters involved, well, bar one (but you'll find out for yourself which one I'm on about!).
I haven't come across a book that was cringy, bizarre and hilarious all at once, until now. One thing has left me quite shocked though; Marry Me Tomorrow is the first novel by debut author Carla Burgess. FIRST! I had absolutely no idea that this book was her first because of the way it was written. The storyline didn't scream 'debut' one bit; instead, it felt as though Carla had been publishing books for a long time.
A fun, bizarre and unexpected read from debut author Carla Burgess. Marry Me Tomorrow ticked all my boxes and some. The perfect pick me up type book that has flown into my top books of 2016. Fantastic book, cannot wait to see what Carla brings out next!
September 23, 2016
Netgalley copy in exchange for an honest review.
This novel was nice and easy to read, perfect for the holiday season! Its crazy premise promised a fun read, and indeed it delivered. It was fun, quirky and sweet. I really like Sam's character. The style's strong point, in my opinion, is the dialogue writing, which is brilliant. I particularly enjoyed the phonecalls between Sam and Emily. It was overall very entertaining, and I also liked the message: you can't let your past destroy your future.
This novel was nice and easy to read, perfect for the holiday season! Its crazy premise promised a fun read, and indeed it delivered. It was fun, quirky and sweet. I really like Sam's character. The style's strong point, in my opinion, is the dialogue writing, which is brilliant. I particularly enjoyed the phonecalls between Sam and Emily. It was overall very entertaining, and I also liked the message: you can't let your past destroy your future.
October 7, 2016
I received this book via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
3.5 Stars
Carla Burgess works her wonders and has the reader become immersed in a world that is so realistic you think you are watching a reality tv show. I loved the story line, I loved the characters, I loved the quick witted dialogue. What was wrong with this book? I didn’t want it to end.
A job well done, and a delightful surprise that will warm your heart.
3.5 Stars
Carla Burgess works her wonders and has the reader become immersed in a world that is so realistic you think you are watching a reality tv show. I loved the story line, I loved the characters, I loved the quick witted dialogue. What was wrong with this book? I didn’t want it to end.
A job well done, and a delightful surprise that will warm your heart.
October 31, 2016
This wasn't the typical christmas romance novel. When I started reading this book I couldn't imagine what would happen in this story, and after a few pages I was loving the characters and enjoying this so-particular plot. The narration was light, funny and fresh, the charactars were lovely and the development of the plot was really cool. I read this book in a few hours and then started to talk about it with my friends. If you haven't read Marry me Tomorrow yet, you should do it now!
December 7, 2016
I adored every minute of this story. It pulled me in and kept me smiling the whole way through. A delightful Christmas read that will pull at your heartstrings and make you believe in happy endings. Loved it! So much!
September 1, 2020
I loved this adorable story!
October 29, 2016
A lovely, heart-warming tale with a special message. I enjoyed it very much.
November 25, 2019
Really Good
I seriously enjoyed this one, except one they fell in love a little too quickly and two we didn't get to see them in a real relationship. Plus we get nothing from Sam's point of view and I'd have really liked that. Additionally I seriously hated Lydia and pretty much everyone introduced as a friend. I liked creepy Brian and was sort of hoping Emily's Mom would end up with him and I liked Emily's Mom but other than Emily and Sam the remaining cast of characters left a lot to be desired. Honestly I think it's the secondary characters that pushed this from a 4 to a 3 stars for me. Lydia especially, honestly I disliked Lydia enough I kept hoping a random piano would fall on her head. Considering she's supposed to be Emily's best friend it's a huge detractor to loathe her as much as I did. Honestly with friends like that who needs enemies? Will and Barbara were particularly foul as well. Seriously if those are the only options she had for companionship she'd be better off as a hermit. Literally the only pleasant characters in this book are Emily, Sam, Pam and Brian and Brian's a little iffy.
While I don't recommend Emily's method of finding a partner because Sam's a rare one and picking up homeless men has got to be a massive risk, I really enjoyed the plot. I liked the way Sam and Emily played off each other and I would have loved to see their interactions go on a lot longer than they did. I think if it was a little more slow burn I'd have given it four stars despite the loathsome secondary characters. There was something really special about these characters and I really enjoyed the story.
I seriously enjoyed this one, except one they fell in love a little too quickly and two we didn't get to see them in a real relationship. Plus we get nothing from Sam's point of view and I'd have really liked that. Additionally I seriously hated Lydia and pretty much everyone introduced as a friend. I liked creepy Brian and was sort of hoping Emily's Mom would end up with him and I liked Emily's Mom but other than Emily and Sam the remaining cast of characters left a lot to be desired. Honestly I think it's the secondary characters that pushed this from a 4 to a 3 stars for me. Lydia especially, honestly I disliked Lydia enough I kept hoping a random piano would fall on her head. Considering she's supposed to be Emily's best friend it's a huge detractor to loathe her as much as I did. Honestly with friends like that who needs enemies? Will and Barbara were particularly foul as well. Seriously if those are the only options she had for companionship she'd be better off as a hermit. Literally the only pleasant characters in this book are Emily, Sam, Pam and Brian and Brian's a little iffy.
While I don't recommend Emily's method of finding a partner because Sam's a rare one and picking up homeless men has got to be a massive risk, I really enjoyed the plot. I liked the way Sam and Emily played off each other and I would have loved to see their interactions go on a lot longer than they did. I think if it was a little more slow burn I'd have given it four stars despite the loathsome secondary characters. There was something really special about these characters and I really enjoyed the story.
November 12, 2016
I received an e-copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion towards the book.
There's something about christmas books that just makes you feel warm and at home. This book is not an exception. It also has one of my favorite tropes, the fake-relationship, so this book is definitely is up my alley.
Why didn't I give it more stars then? First, because it's just weird reading about 34 year old women, when I, myself, is only 18 :D It's all my fault though. I really enjoyed reading it, but it also a bit weird. Also it awesome how she could managed being alone until 34. In my country, at those age you are practically resigned to the spinster life. Anyways, there's also something about the writing that makes it really clear that this is a debut book. It's not a bad thing, I think it's amazing for a debut! But I just think it's a bit stunted and dialogue doesn't flow that well. A bit too fast and not that fleshed out too, since so many issues solved in the course of the holiday season...
If you're looking for a quick fun christmas read, this book is perfect for you!
There's something about christmas books that just makes you feel warm and at home. This book is not an exception. It also has one of my favorite tropes, the fake-relationship, so this book is definitely is up my alley.
Why didn't I give it more stars then? First, because it's just weird reading about 34 year old women, when I, myself, is only 18 :D It's all my fault though. I really enjoyed reading it, but it also a bit weird. Also it awesome how she could managed being alone until 34. In my country, at those age you are practically resigned to the spinster life. Anyways, there's also something about the writing that makes it really clear that this is a debut book. It's not a bad thing, I think it's amazing for a debut! But I just think it's a bit stunted and dialogue doesn't flow that well. A bit too fast and not that fleshed out too, since so many issues solved in the course of the holiday season...
If you're looking for a quick fun christmas read, this book is perfect for you!
November 8, 2016
Marry me tomorrow is a wonderful christmas read.
Emily's mother is coming for christmas but there's a catch, Emily has told her mum she has recently got married to stop her going on at her so she has to find a husband for christmas.
Emily knows who she wants to be her husband for christmas, Sam a homeless man she buys him coffee on her way to work every morning and after much persuading he agrees.
From the minute they start living together they start to get on more and more like a proper married couple and when Emily's mum arrives their relationship heats up with romantic gestures here and there. She falls in love with him but there is so much standing in their way.
You dont know how the book will actually end and whether theyl end up together it has you guessing right until the end. When you think you know how its going to go it doesnt something comes up so its a surprising ending.
This is the most perfect festive read to get cosy with this Christmas.
Emily's mother is coming for christmas but there's a catch, Emily has told her mum she has recently got married to stop her going on at her so she has to find a husband for christmas.
Emily knows who she wants to be her husband for christmas, Sam a homeless man she buys him coffee on her way to work every morning and after much persuading he agrees.
From the minute they start living together they start to get on more and more like a proper married couple and when Emily's mum arrives their relationship heats up with romantic gestures here and there. She falls in love with him but there is so much standing in their way.
You dont know how the book will actually end and whether theyl end up together it has you guessing right until the end. When you think you know how its going to go it doesnt something comes up so its a surprising ending.
This is the most perfect festive read to get cosy with this Christmas.
November 14, 2023
A silly idea, to pluck someone off the streets and pretend to be married to him? Just to stop your mother going on about you not finding a nice man and settling down? He is homeless, down on his luck. She just wants to get through Christmas pretending she has a husband and then tell her mum it's all over. But things don't work out that way for Emily and Sam. She likes him. Really likes him. And when he is not there on Christmas Day she misses him. Could it be the start of something real? What a silly idea. What a lovely book!
November 6, 2016
Sam and Emily - well- they just make a good couple despite the odd way things come about. Pamela is a pain but she's a funny one. There's a got of humor and warmth in this debut (nice job!) which lifts it above the norm, especially since this situation relies on pretty antiquated notions. I agree with another reviewer that this would make a good rom-com. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. This makes for a perfect relaxing read.
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