Endless Note: A Fake Relationship Romantic Comedy

by Mary Kelly Reed

My A chance to confront their past and change the rules of the game.When Zoe decides to confront Solange her high school nemesis she meets Ian and sparks fly.Zoe is a lawyer, the image of a determined and confident woman. The only cloud on the she never confronted Solange, the classmate at the center of her break-up with her first love. It’s settled, it’s time to put things right!Except that on her way to confront her past, she meets Ian, a dazzling stranger who questions her approach and seems to enjoy challenging her reasoning. Even though Zoe despises his attitude, her heart has other designs. And when he makes an unexpected proposal, she has trouble knowing if she can trust him.Ian seems surrounded by secrets, which complicate their relationship a little more every day. Can Zoe unravel the mystery around Ian while dealing with her past?EXCERPT“Whatever you do, please don’t mind me. Make yourself at home.”I feel the heat rising in my cheeks. I’m conscious I’ve behaved badly, but I was looking for him.“If you hadn’t left me alone for almost an hour, I wouldn’t be looking for you.”“I see.” He barely hides his smile, and my stupid heart flutters.I stand tall, refusing to be intimidated. “You see what, exactly?”“You’re one of those girls who never take responsibility for their actions and always have an excuse for everything.”“Pardon me?” My eyes widen at his comment. “No, I’m not one of those girls. I’m a woman, and I always take responsibility for my actions.” I’m about to add that this description fits Solange like a glove, but I abstain. I’d better avoid arguing with a man I don’t know, and I realize it may not have been smart to enter a stranger’s house.“So, now it’s the word ‘girl’ that’s an issue for you? Would you care to explain that to me?”I’m fuming at his mocking tone, and it takes everything in me to refrain from responding to his provocation. What’s worse is I have the feeling he’s doing it for fun. I won’t give him the satisfaction.“I’d like to talk to Solange. Do you know when she’ll be back?”He leans into the door’s frame and crosses his arms. “Isn’t that a question you should have asked when you rang at my door?”I approach the painting of Kensington on the wall to see it up close. It’s an old watercolor, and it’s quite interesting. My dad used to have old pictures of Kensington and I recognize the city as it was seventy years ago. I turn back to Solange’s man. “I assumed she’d be here any minute.”“Then you assumed wrong.”“Excuse me. Do you take a malicious delight in not giving me a direct answer?”“It seems to be the case, doesn’t it?”MY DAY IS A SERIES - HOWEVER EACH BOOK CAN BE READ AS A STANDALONE NOVEL

184 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 8, 2018

Reviews

[LadyAileen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nota senza fine è un romanzo rosa contemporaneo che fa parte della serie My Day, chiamata così per il nome del progetto ideato da tre amiche. Un blog dove raccogliere le esperienze delle persone che affrontano questioni insolute della loro vita così da poter vivere senza rimpianti e andare avanti. I volumi possono essere letti singolarmente perché sono storie d’amore autoconclusive, ma ogni volume introduce personaggi che poi diventeranno protagonisti in quelli successivi.
Zoe (amica di Amy apparsa nel primo volume) è una ragazza che ha lasciato la cittadina dove ha sempre vissuto per realizzare il suo sogno di diventare avvocato. La sua questione in sospeso è affrontare la ragazza che le aveva rubato il fidanzato alle superiori per cui torna nella sua città natale per affrontarla ma quando si presenta a casa sua, scopre che adesso ci vive Ian, un uomo molto affascinante. Tra i due scocca subito la scintilla ma per un piccolo malinteso iniziano a battibeccare. Sembrano destinati a non rivedersi più invece i due sono costretti a fingersi fidanzati e a collaborare per cercare di risolvere un problema legato alla cittadina.
La questione del progetto My day, da cui parte ogni storia, in questo volume viene superficialmente accennata, peccato perché sarebbe stato interessante per arricchire il romanzo.
La storia è raccontata dall’unico punto di vista di Zoe e si tratta di una storia estremamente leggera. La trama è abbastanza interessante, Ian, acquista case da ristrutturare e poi rivenderle, è alla mano, solare e dolce ma nasconde anche molti segreti mentre Zoe è un avvocato immobiliarista, intelligente e capace ma salta subito alle conclusioni sbagliate (soprattutto nei confronti di Ian). La loro caratterizzazione è appena abbozzata ma almeno non sono irritanti.
Il romanzo ricorda un po’ una di quelle commedie romantiche della Hallmark per cui se cercate una lettura senza troppe pretese, questo potrebbe fare al caso vostro.

[Atlanta Whitlock · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was really excited about the next book in this series as we'd only just gotten a glimpse into Zoe's life back in Blue Harmony and I always love it when an author goes ahead and writes books for each of the characters. I did enjoy reading this book and getting to know Zoe a lot better and getting to understand how her brain works, but for me I wasn't as pulled into the story like I was when it came to Blue Harmony, but that doesn't mean to say that this story wasn't well written because it honestly was seriously good. Other than the fact I wasn't pulled into the story as much I didn't see there to be any issues. I think that Mary Kelly Reed has done an amazing job with the characters and I suggest that you give this book a read for yourself.

Zoe is a lawyer and all that she has ever wanted to do was leave her hometown and make a name for herself when she left and she managed to achieve that. However, the one place that she tried so hard to escape from doesn't seem to be going down too well for her as she ends up going back there on a whim to confront a girl from her high school, yet when she gets there she is in for one hell of a surprise and things seem be to taking her on an adventure that she never imagined would happen.

[Misty Goan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this light hearted, well written, humorous, sweet romance. The characters  were well developed, sassy, spunky, full of spirit, and funny. The storyline had great banter with mystery,  twists and turns that made it an easy fun read. She worked hard to leave her hometown and had no desire to go back. Follow her in this well executed romance of mystery and misunderstanding and maybe even her own prince charming. I voluntarily reviewed this standalone ARC.

[Lenni Jones · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn’t know what to expect when I picked this up. I can say that this was nothing like I thought it would be. This book was a little fast, a little odd, very cheesy, but SO adorably addictive!!!! Some parts were hilarious, while others were a little slow and boring. I’m still not sure what to think, but I did enjoy this reading experience.

[Coffee Chat · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have enjoyed all the books I have read from this author and this is another one well written. A light hearted and humorous romance in the My Day series. The characters are spunky, sassy and well developed. I enjoyed the banter and the twist and turns in the story line. This is an easy and fun read that will leave you with a smile.

[Bella · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fabulous read. I really enjoyed this book, and loved the themes in this story especially as I really connected to the female protagonist and some of her passions. Very well written, gives great insight into another of the three women we met in the first book, but can also be read as a stand-alone.

[Bernadette Cinkoske · Rating 5 out of 5]

Endless Note is a fun, humorous romance with well developed characters and a plot that kept me reading way too late at night! Come along with Zoe as she returns to her childhood home to confront Solange, a former classmate. I recommend this book.

[Cherie Melbourne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Endless Note

A quick read that kept me entertained. I found Zoe a little annoying but I loved the way that Ian pushed her buttons. A clean romance that I didn't find overly funny.
A first Mary Kelly Reed book for me & I'll glad read more.

[Tejaswini · Rating 4 out of 5]

The way they meet and the how the story begins
I just love it ❤️

[Ellen White · Rating 4 out of 5]

Zoe is a lawyer and tries to come across as confident. Then there was Solange , and wanted to confront him, an incident from the past. This one was more light hearted, and one loved .Zoe.