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The Wedding Planner
A charming feel good romance perfect for fans of Katie Fforde and Sarah Morgan
Wedding bells are ringing and gossip is spiralling in Whispers Wood…
Single mum Gloria Pavey has a bad habit of saying exactly the wrong thing at the wrong time. Determined to make a positive change she can’t say no when her best friend, Emma, asks her to take on the role of her wedding planner. The only problem? Gloria’s co-planner – best man Seth Knightley.
Gloria is on a self-imposed man ban but pulling together the most beautiful wedding Whispers Wood has ever seen alongside gorgeous Seth is pushing her to her limits. As every interaction increases the tension between them Gloria finds herself wondering…could the happy ever after she never thought she’d have be in her future after all?
434 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 3, 2019
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Eve Devon
16 books114 followersEve Devon writes sexy heroes, sassy heroines & happy ever afters...
Growing up in locations like Botswana and Venezuela gave Eve Devon a taste for adventure; her love for romances began when her mother shoved one into her hands in a desperate attempt to keep her quiet during TV coverage of the Wimbledon tennis finals!
When Eve wasn't consuming books by the bucketload, she could be found pretending to be a damsel in distress or running around solving mysteries and writing down her adventures. As a teenager, Eve wrote countless episodes of TV detective dramas so the hero and heroine would end up together every week. As an adult, still hooked on romance and mysteries, she worked in a library to conveniently continue consuming books by the bucketload, until realizing she was destined to write contemporary romance and romantic suspense herself.
Growing up in locations like Botswana and Venezuela gave Eve Devon a taste for adventure; her love for romances began when her mother shoved one into her hands in a desperate attempt to keep her quiet during TV coverage of the Wimbledon tennis finals!
When Eve wasn't consuming books by the bucketload, she could be found pretending to be a damsel in distress or running around solving mysteries and writing down her adventures. As a teenager, Eve wrote countless episodes of TV detective dramas so the hero and heroine would end up together every week. As an adult, still hooked on romance and mysteries, she worked in a library to conveniently continue consuming books by the bucketload, until realizing she was destined to write contemporary romance and romantic suspense herself.
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July 14, 2019
Favorite Quotes:
… that story was for another time she liked to call ‘Never’.
‘Go now,’ she said, her eyes flashing white-hot fire as she snatched the book out of his hands and held it threateningly. ‘Go before I Jason-Bourne-kill-you with this book.’
When you grew up poor it wasn’t that you didn’t believe money could bring you happiness. To be honest you weren’t interested in happiness, you were only interested in not being poor.
‘We need to cast the line,’ he said, his voice curling like smoke into her ear, tickling her ear canal and causing enough jolts of electricity so that by the time the line went in the water, she was sure the fishes would all come flying out.
‘I have two left feet.’ ‘That’s okay. I have two right ones.’
She looked down and when she saw the eyeful she was giving them all, inhaled with shock, which only made the picture worse… Gloria stared at how much of her bust was on display. ‘The only thing that’s going to fix this is scaffolding.’ With a moan of distress she reached down to try and pull the bodice of the dress upwards to cover her breasts… ‘I look like my chest is a shelf. People will be trying to leave their drinks on me.’
My Review:
This was my first time reading Ms. Devon’s work and I enjoyed her acerbic wit, engaging writing style, and uniquely quirky and compelling characters. Despite being the third book in a series, I had no difficulty following the story although I’m sure I would have enjoyed it even more had I read the first two installments as all the characters appear to have continued through. Regardless, The Wedding Planner provided an interesting character study with the evolution of Gloria, who was a caustic and acid-tongued prickly pear with a built-in “sarcasmometer” and could be rather thoughtless and proved quite difficult for me to warm up to as Gloria and I could have been related…
Gloria had been deeply scarred by her family and failed marriage, was beyond jaded and well past difficult and could toss off snarky insults and throw attitude like it was an Olympic sport - I will confess to greatly admiring her level of skill. She initially appeared selfish and hostile, yet she had a big heart that she kept under wraps, well and truly hidden, like deeply buried in the core of the earth. Once I understood her insecurity and the root of her issues, my heart began to thaw and felt less inclined to give her a good smack or two to disengage her cranium from her posterior region. Seth, on the other hand, was a total dreamboat and I was completely and fully besotted with him. He was the perfect foil for Gloria and appeared to have been blessed with the body of a god as well as the patience and insight of a saint - which would also make him the perfect match for me!
… that story was for another time she liked to call ‘Never’.
‘Go now,’ she said, her eyes flashing white-hot fire as she snatched the book out of his hands and held it threateningly. ‘Go before I Jason-Bourne-kill-you with this book.’
When you grew up poor it wasn’t that you didn’t believe money could bring you happiness. To be honest you weren’t interested in happiness, you were only interested in not being poor.
‘We need to cast the line,’ he said, his voice curling like smoke into her ear, tickling her ear canal and causing enough jolts of electricity so that by the time the line went in the water, she was sure the fishes would all come flying out.
‘I have two left feet.’ ‘That’s okay. I have two right ones.’
She looked down and when she saw the eyeful she was giving them all, inhaled with shock, which only made the picture worse… Gloria stared at how much of her bust was on display. ‘The only thing that’s going to fix this is scaffolding.’ With a moan of distress she reached down to try and pull the bodice of the dress upwards to cover her breasts… ‘I look like my chest is a shelf. People will be trying to leave their drinks on me.’
My Review:
This was my first time reading Ms. Devon’s work and I enjoyed her acerbic wit, engaging writing style, and uniquely quirky and compelling characters. Despite being the third book in a series, I had no difficulty following the story although I’m sure I would have enjoyed it even more had I read the first two installments as all the characters appear to have continued through. Regardless, The Wedding Planner provided an interesting character study with the evolution of Gloria, who was a caustic and acid-tongued prickly pear with a built-in “sarcasmometer” and could be rather thoughtless and proved quite difficult for me to warm up to as Gloria and I could have been related…
Gloria had been deeply scarred by her family and failed marriage, was beyond jaded and well past difficult and could toss off snarky insults and throw attitude like it was an Olympic sport - I will confess to greatly admiring her level of skill. She initially appeared selfish and hostile, yet she had a big heart that she kept under wraps, well and truly hidden, like deeply buried in the core of the earth. Once I understood her insecurity and the root of her issues, my heart began to thaw and felt less inclined to give her a good smack or two to disengage her cranium from her posterior region. Seth, on the other hand, was a total dreamboat and I was completely and fully besotted with him. He was the perfect foil for Gloria and appeared to have been blessed with the body of a god as well as the patience and insight of a saint - which would also make him the perfect match for me!
July 2, 2019
Gloria, a rather sassy and bold gal with a habit of rubbing people the wrong way is determined to change her ways and get more people to like her, well... if not like her then at least not deliberately avoid her. So when her best friend asks her to help plan her wedding, Gloria immediately agrees. The drawback is her co-planner, Seth. Gloria and Seth create a tension while planning the wedding and it is all about to boil over. But is that tension anger or simmering romantic heat?
The Wedding Planner is a light, enjoyable Rom-Com that is perfect for a summer read by the pool. While it is the third in a series of four books, the author - Eve Devon - has given us a handy character guide at the beginning so that we will know who is who, which is good because there are a lot of characters introduced and the story is told from multiple points of view.
Normally this is exactly the type of book that I enjoy as a palate cleanser between deep, dark, serious reads. However, something about the characters didn't quite resonate with me. Even now I'm unsure if it was their personality or if it was the feeling of "been there, done that" once too often but I found myself doing quite a bit of skimming through this one and far too often for this to be a book that I would recommend to you. That said, if you really like this type of book, then maybe you can and will like these characters. It simply wasn't for me.
The Wedding Planner is a light, enjoyable Rom-Com that is perfect for a summer read by the pool. While it is the third in a series of four books, the author - Eve Devon - has given us a handy character guide at the beginning so that we will know who is who, which is good because there are a lot of characters introduced and the story is told from multiple points of view.
Normally this is exactly the type of book that I enjoy as a palate cleanser between deep, dark, serious reads. However, something about the characters didn't quite resonate with me. Even now I'm unsure if it was their personality or if it was the feeling of "been there, done that" once too often but I found myself doing quite a bit of skimming through this one and far too often for this to be a book that I would recommend to you. That said, if you really like this type of book, then maybe you can and will like these characters. It simply wasn't for me.
June 7, 2019
It was such a delight to be back in Whispers Wood, after what felt like a long gap between the releases of books 2 and 3.
Really didn't take long to feel back at home amongst the characters, especially with the very handy character list as the start of the book - great for those new to the series, to get to know a small bit about the key players before you start - and for a returner to the series, a nice handy reminder, with enough of a hint that had me remembering.
This time our main character is Gloria, who we saw quite a bit of in book 2 if I recall correctly, and she was rather unlikable then, however she is on a journey to stop being a complete bitch and to embrace her own happiness, which means I really started to warm to her.
Although she absolutely hates romance and weddings, can't see any more of that in her future, and the last thing she wants is to be named a bridesmaid at Emma's wedding, much less be in charge of wedding planning with Seth. That is Seth, younger brother to the groom, and man that Gloria has struck up a friendship with - but is denying her true feelings for.
It was great to catch up with Oscar, Emma, Jake, Juliet and Kate and everyone involved in the Clock Tower, and in Whispers Wood. I'm loving how this friendship group of ladies is growing, and how Gloria fitted into it.
I also loved Persephone, Gloria's daughter, and just how concerned she clearly is about her mum, and the purity of mother and daughter love that is inspiring Gloria to change for the better.
I was completely and utterly in love with Seth, he is sexy, and just wonderful, he couldn't put a foot wrong as far as I was concerned. Certainly my latest book boyfriend, long before any romance develops in the book.
Another lovely addition to this story, I just hope the next book doesn't take so long to appear, as I really want more!!
Thank you to Netgalley and Harper Impulse for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
Really didn't take long to feel back at home amongst the characters, especially with the very handy character list as the start of the book - great for those new to the series, to get to know a small bit about the key players before you start - and for a returner to the series, a nice handy reminder, with enough of a hint that had me remembering.
This time our main character is Gloria, who we saw quite a bit of in book 2 if I recall correctly, and she was rather unlikable then, however she is on a journey to stop being a complete bitch and to embrace her own happiness, which means I really started to warm to her.
Although she absolutely hates romance and weddings, can't see any more of that in her future, and the last thing she wants is to be named a bridesmaid at Emma's wedding, much less be in charge of wedding planning with Seth. That is Seth, younger brother to the groom, and man that Gloria has struck up a friendship with - but is denying her true feelings for.
It was great to catch up with Oscar, Emma, Jake, Juliet and Kate and everyone involved in the Clock Tower, and in Whispers Wood. I'm loving how this friendship group of ladies is growing, and how Gloria fitted into it.
I also loved Persephone, Gloria's daughter, and just how concerned she clearly is about her mum, and the purity of mother and daughter love that is inspiring Gloria to change for the better.
I was completely and utterly in love with Seth, he is sexy, and just wonderful, he couldn't put a foot wrong as far as I was concerned. Certainly my latest book boyfriend, long before any romance develops in the book.
Another lovely addition to this story, I just hope the next book doesn't take so long to appear, as I really want more!!
Thank you to Netgalley and Harper Impulse for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
July 11, 2019
What a delightful, heartwarming read this proved to be - absolutely fantastic! I thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish.
Gloria Pavey is a single Mum who has serious problems thinking before she speaks. This has got her into all kinds of bother as her comments are often not at all tactful - to put it mildly! After what happened to her, she's definitely against the institution of marriage so when her best friend, Emma, asks her to be one of her bridesmaids she is suitably shocked, but when she also sets her on as a wedding planner she's not sure she hasn't lost the plot. However, when she discovers that her co-planner is to be the best man, Seth Knightley, she's even more worried!
As the two endeavour to work together to plan the wedding for the happy couple, there's plenty of laughs, surprises and drama in store but what Gloria really hadn't anticipated was her growing attraction to Seth. Could planning Emma's wedding actually bring these two together to find romance for themselves, too?
There are great characters, hilarious conversations, dramatic reactions and lots of romance in this delectable story. Whether you're a cynic - like Gloria was - or a romantic, this is sure to warm you heart and have you laughing out loud. I really enjoyed escaping into this lovely romance and have no hesitation in highly recommending it.
I requested and was gifted a copy of this book and this is my honest opinion after choosing to read it and thoroughly enjoying doing so!
Gloria Pavey is a single Mum who has serious problems thinking before she speaks. This has got her into all kinds of bother as her comments are often not at all tactful - to put it mildly! After what happened to her, she's definitely against the institution of marriage so when her best friend, Emma, asks her to be one of her bridesmaids she is suitably shocked, but when she also sets her on as a wedding planner she's not sure she hasn't lost the plot. However, when she discovers that her co-planner is to be the best man, Seth Knightley, she's even more worried!
As the two endeavour to work together to plan the wedding for the happy couple, there's plenty of laughs, surprises and drama in store but what Gloria really hadn't anticipated was her growing attraction to Seth. Could planning Emma's wedding actually bring these two together to find romance for themselves, too?
There are great characters, hilarious conversations, dramatic reactions and lots of romance in this delectable story. Whether you're a cynic - like Gloria was - or a romantic, this is sure to warm you heart and have you laughing out loud. I really enjoyed escaping into this lovely romance and have no hesitation in highly recommending it.
I requested and was gifted a copy of this book and this is my honest opinion after choosing to read it and thoroughly enjoying doing so!
July 17, 2019
*I voluntarily reviewed this book on Netgalley.
Returning to Whispers Wood was just as delightful as I had hoped it would be, making THE WEDDING PLANNER by Eve Devon the perfect summer read for you all.
Gloria Pavey understands that she rubs people up the wrong way and says the wrong thing most of the time but she wants to change. She wants people to warm to her more and stop crossing the street to avoid her. She loves her daughter and wants to be better, for her as well as for herself. But romance and love are definitely not on her radar. In fact, it is the last thing in the world that Gloria wants to be involved with. But when her best friend, Emma, wants her to be her wedding planner, how can Gloria say no? And when she finds herself side-by-side with the groom's younger brother, Seth, how will Gloria manage to keep it all together?
Add in some drama, plenty of community spirit, and characters that will make you smile, and THE WEDDING PLANNER by Eve Devon is a cracking good read. While this is the third book in the series, it can be read as a standalone as the author kindly includes a character background section at the beginning of this book - but why have one good book when you can have three? Go on, treat yourself!
THE WEDDING PLANNER is the kind of story that makes you feel lighter and is the perfect book to relax with by the pool or in the garden in this delightful weather.
Returning to Whispers Wood was just as delightful as I had hoped it would be, making THE WEDDING PLANNER by Eve Devon the perfect summer read for you all.
Gloria Pavey understands that she rubs people up the wrong way and says the wrong thing most of the time but she wants to change. She wants people to warm to her more and stop crossing the street to avoid her. She loves her daughter and wants to be better, for her as well as for herself. But romance and love are definitely not on her radar. In fact, it is the last thing in the world that Gloria wants to be involved with. But when her best friend, Emma, wants her to be her wedding planner, how can Gloria say no? And when she finds herself side-by-side with the groom's younger brother, Seth, how will Gloria manage to keep it all together?
Add in some drama, plenty of community spirit, and characters that will make you smile, and THE WEDDING PLANNER by Eve Devon is a cracking good read. While this is the third book in the series, it can be read as a standalone as the author kindly includes a character background section at the beginning of this book - but why have one good book when you can have three? Go on, treat yourself!
THE WEDDING PLANNER is the kind of story that makes you feel lighter and is the perfect book to relax with by the pool or in the garden in this delightful weather.
May 6, 2019
This is the third book in the series and enjoying hearing more about whispers wood and the characters and full of romance and friendship and makes you laugh out loud and is heartwarming and a great read can't wait to hear more.
Emma and Jake are going to get married and their friends Gloria and Seth are arranging it for them but it can be stressful organising a friends wedding at the best of times. Gloria is a very funny character and always saying things she shouldn't. Everyone in the village is going to have a role to play with the wedding and can they all take there role seriously and can the wedding go ahead with out any problems.
A great feel good book and worth reading.
Emma and Jake are going to get married and their friends Gloria and Seth are arranging it for them but it can be stressful organising a friends wedding at the best of times. Gloria is a very funny character and always saying things she shouldn't. Everyone in the village is going to have a role to play with the wedding and can they all take there role seriously and can the wedding go ahead with out any problems.
A great feel good book and worth reading.
April 24, 2019
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley for a honest review
A cute story with some interesting character's. This is the third book in the Whisper Woods series and while it can stand alone I think it would be more enjoyable if you read the other two books first. I liked Gloria's character she made me laugh and Seth was sweet. I found it hard to really connect with these two character's despite the fact we were given both POV's but I'm not sure why. I'm glad these two got their happy ending.
A cute story with some interesting character's. This is the third book in the Whisper Woods series and while it can stand alone I think it would be more enjoyable if you read the other two books first. I liked Gloria's character she made me laugh and Seth was sweet. I found it hard to really connect with these two character's despite the fact we were given both POV's but I'm not sure why. I'm glad these two got their happy ending.
June 5, 2019
This was a cute book with some interesting characters and fun plot twists. I didn't realise this was the third book in a series (The Whisper Woods series) and if I'd known I wouldn't have requested this ARC from Netgalley.
As a standalone book it was a struggle to get through and I kept feeling like I was left out of some insider jokes because I hadn't read the first two books. I probably would have enjoyed it more if I had read them and I may come and change my rating if I decide to read the first two books.
I found it really difficult to connect to both Gloria and Seth and even though I'm happy that things ended well for them, I wasn't too invested in their characters and their relationship.
I'm not totally sure I want to read the first two books, but my recommendation would be to start there rather than going straight into this book.
I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. this has in no way influenced my opinions in this review.
As a standalone book it was a struggle to get through and I kept feeling like I was left out of some insider jokes because I hadn't read the first two books. I probably would have enjoyed it more if I had read them and I may come and change my rating if I decide to read the first two books.
I found it really difficult to connect to both Gloria and Seth and even though I'm happy that things ended well for them, I wasn't too invested in their characters and their relationship.
I'm not totally sure I want to read the first two books, but my recommendation would be to start there rather than going straight into this book.
I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. this has in no way influenced my opinions in this review.
May 12, 2019
Another gorgeous story that I didn't want to end...
Oh boy! Emotion overload!...but in a good way. Gloria has been transformed and it has been a pleasure to get to know her better, for sure! I won't go into too much detail as you need to read this for yourself..but I will say that Gloria is no longer the Wicked Witch of Whispers Wood. I loved this story and I got through it too quickly! Eve has a wonderful way with words, and brilliant comic timing. This is the first time in quite a while that I have actually laughed out loud! Glad to see Gertrude got an important role to play too - I love her, as I love all of the characters in this village. I am very happy that there will be a return to it too and I am soo looking forward to that! Well done, Eve, you've done it again! I know, without any doubt, that your mum would be so proud of you and will always with you X 5*
Oh boy! Emotion overload!...but in a good way. Gloria has been transformed and it has been a pleasure to get to know her better, for sure! I won't go into too much detail as you need to read this for yourself..but I will say that Gloria is no longer the Wicked Witch of Whispers Wood. I loved this story and I got through it too quickly! Eve has a wonderful way with words, and brilliant comic timing. This is the first time in quite a while that I have actually laughed out loud! Glad to see Gertrude got an important role to play too - I love her, as I love all of the characters in this village. I am very happy that there will be a return to it too and I am soo looking forward to that! Well done, Eve, you've done it again! I know, without any doubt, that your mum would be so proud of you and will always with you X 5*
May 3, 2019
Planning a wedding is stressful. Planning a close friends' wedding is crazy, especially if you're still recovering from a very public divorce, and your wedding planner partner is another divorcee, who seems intent on challenging every word you utter, determined to convince you there can be a 'Happily Ever After', and oh yes, he's definitely not what you need in your eye-line when you're on a man ban.
This is a comical, quirky, romantic story, something you expect from the Whispers Wood series featuring Gloria and Seth as they set out to plan Emma and Jake's wedding. The chemistry between Gloria and Seth is spot on, both are sworn off love, both trying to prove something to those they care about and both attracted to the other, although they feverishly deny this, even to themselves.
The cast of characters, (which for readers, new to the series are described in a glossary), make this village come to life. All, have a role to play, and I particularly like the role of Old Man Issac as a therapist, who would have thought?
Great characters, a lovely snapshot of village life, with both a sense of community and the tendency to gossip and interfere in each other's lives. It is great that Gloria and Seth get their chance of a happily ever after, despite their cynicism and flaws.
I received a copy of this book from Harper Impulse via |NetGalley in return for an honest review.
This is a comical, quirky, romantic story, something you expect from the Whispers Wood series featuring Gloria and Seth as they set out to plan Emma and Jake's wedding. The chemistry between Gloria and Seth is spot on, both are sworn off love, both trying to prove something to those they care about and both attracted to the other, although they feverishly deny this, even to themselves.
The cast of characters, (which for readers, new to the series are described in a glossary), make this village come to life. All, have a role to play, and I particularly like the role of Old Man Issac as a therapist, who would have thought?
Great characters, a lovely snapshot of village life, with both a sense of community and the tendency to gossip and interfere in each other's lives. It is great that Gloria and Seth get their chance of a happily ever after, despite their cynicism and flaws.
I received a copy of this book from Harper Impulse via |NetGalley in return for an honest review.
July 18, 2019
This is my first book by Eve Devon and certainly won’t be my last. I jumped at the chance to read this, mainly due to the cover, such a beauty and before even reading the synopsis I knew I wanted to be a part of it!
After reading a couple of reviews I realised that this is the third book in the ‘Whispers Wood’ series but if you are like me and haven’t picked up an Eve Devon book before I assure you it can be read as a standalone. I do however have plans to re visit Whispers Wood and re read the start of the series.
As mentioned before this can be read as a standalone, Eve has included a handy character guide at the beginning of the book to help you get to know everyone’s background. I did find it a little tough to begin with to get into the story, I think this was mainly down to all the characters, I found myself constantly flicking back to the guide to find out who was who but it didn’t take me long before I was sucked into the story of Gloria.
Gloria a single mum and a hater of weddings after her own marriage crumbled, she is now bridesmaid to best friend and boss Emma. Not only carrying out bridesmaid duties but also wedding planner for the couple along with co-planner best man Seth Knightley.
I loved the character of Gloria, she is feisty, frightening and with no filter you never know what’s going to pop out of her mouth. It was a refreshing change to read about a female character with more balls than a snooker table! Ha! Although she is a tough cookie and her advice although a little harsh, always spoke honestly and I really admired her for that but deep down Gloria came across a little insecure and I felt the hard exterior was more for protection. I really enjoyed reading the scenes between her and old man Issac who was Gloria’s confident and most probably the only person who would tell Gloria how it is.
Trying to be more positive and open she struggles to turn down best friend Emma when she reaches out for her help to arrange her wedding to Jake. Her worst nightmare, Gloria grits her teeth and gets on with the job but planning the special day brings back all those memories of Gloria’s wedding day out of a locked box she had been keeping at the back of her mind.
So.. Gorgeous Seth, Jake’s best man he too has been listed to help with the arrangements along with Gloria. Seth is probably the complete opposite to Gloria but they say opposites attract! I loved how super nice, kind and caring he always was towards Gloria, understanding why she felt a need to keep a distance and form barriers from all the wedding plans. Being recently divorced himself he totally got her but this didn’t stop him wanting to pull those barriers down. Ah I loved the scenes between Gloria and Seth a romance based on friendship, it was such a pleasure to see Gloria’s character change throughout the story and you wanted nothing but happiness for Gloria.
This story was all kinds of fun and oh so heartwarming! Full of all the nice things in life friendships, family and love. I really recommend you read Gloria's story!
Huge thanks to Eve Devon, Rachel Random Resources and Netgalley for the ARC which I have reviewed honestly.
After reading a couple of reviews I realised that this is the third book in the ‘Whispers Wood’ series but if you are like me and haven’t picked up an Eve Devon book before I assure you it can be read as a standalone. I do however have plans to re visit Whispers Wood and re read the start of the series.
As mentioned before this can be read as a standalone, Eve has included a handy character guide at the beginning of the book to help you get to know everyone’s background. I did find it a little tough to begin with to get into the story, I think this was mainly down to all the characters, I found myself constantly flicking back to the guide to find out who was who but it didn’t take me long before I was sucked into the story of Gloria.
Gloria a single mum and a hater of weddings after her own marriage crumbled, she is now bridesmaid to best friend and boss Emma. Not only carrying out bridesmaid duties but also wedding planner for the couple along with co-planner best man Seth Knightley.
I loved the character of Gloria, she is feisty, frightening and with no filter you never know what’s going to pop out of her mouth. It was a refreshing change to read about a female character with more balls than a snooker table! Ha! Although she is a tough cookie and her advice although a little harsh, always spoke honestly and I really admired her for that but deep down Gloria came across a little insecure and I felt the hard exterior was more for protection. I really enjoyed reading the scenes between her and old man Issac who was Gloria’s confident and most probably the only person who would tell Gloria how it is.
Trying to be more positive and open she struggles to turn down best friend Emma when she reaches out for her help to arrange her wedding to Jake. Her worst nightmare, Gloria grits her teeth and gets on with the job but planning the special day brings back all those memories of Gloria’s wedding day out of a locked box she had been keeping at the back of her mind.
So.. Gorgeous Seth, Jake’s best man he too has been listed to help with the arrangements along with Gloria. Seth is probably the complete opposite to Gloria but they say opposites attract! I loved how super nice, kind and caring he always was towards Gloria, understanding why she felt a need to keep a distance and form barriers from all the wedding plans. Being recently divorced himself he totally got her but this didn’t stop him wanting to pull those barriers down. Ah I loved the scenes between Gloria and Seth a romance based on friendship, it was such a pleasure to see Gloria’s character change throughout the story and you wanted nothing but happiness for Gloria.
This story was all kinds of fun and oh so heartwarming! Full of all the nice things in life friendships, family and love. I really recommend you read Gloria's story!
Huge thanks to Eve Devon, Rachel Random Resources and Netgalley for the ARC which I have reviewed honestly.
January 2, 2024
This book is an absolute delight, from start to finish, I didn’t want to leave my kindle alone.
I really fell in love with Eve’s characters, they were all welcoming, uplifting and caring. But, I felt the biggest change was in Gloria.
In this book, we follow Gloria, who I felt really showed off her true colours. To start with, she came across as the type of person who to me, just isn’t someone I could get along with and I’ll be honest, she did annoy me a little bit, but what character/s don’t?! As her story progressed, I really started to take a shine to her and just genuinely start to understand her.
This is the third book to the Whisper Wood series but was my first encounter with Eve’s work and these characters, I had no trouble following the story but after this book, I now need to go back and read the others in the series!
This book is full of heart and friendship but it also shows that you can turn your life around, no matter what. This book also gave me moments of laughter, where my partner, daughter and cat all looked at me funny… like I’m reading, leave me alone. LOL!
If you like authors such as Katie Fforde and Trisha Ashley, you need to add Eve Devon to your TBR/Wishlist.
I really fell in love with Eve’s characters, they were all welcoming, uplifting and caring. But, I felt the biggest change was in Gloria.
In this book, we follow Gloria, who I felt really showed off her true colours. To start with, she came across as the type of person who to me, just isn’t someone I could get along with and I’ll be honest, she did annoy me a little bit, but what character/s don’t?! As her story progressed, I really started to take a shine to her and just genuinely start to understand her.
This is the third book to the Whisper Wood series but was my first encounter with Eve’s work and these characters, I had no trouble following the story but after this book, I now need to go back and read the others in the series!
This book is full of heart and friendship but it also shows that you can turn your life around, no matter what. This book also gave me moments of laughter, where my partner, daughter and cat all looked at me funny… like I’m reading, leave me alone. LOL!
If you like authors such as Katie Fforde and Trisha Ashley, you need to add Eve Devon to your TBR/Wishlist.
March 2, 2020
This book is hilarious.
Gloria is so funny, without realising it.
Short review because can't see what I'm writing.
Gloria is so funny, without realising it.
Short review because can't see what I'm writing.
June 13, 2019
Not having read the first two in this series, Devon has thoughtfully provided a synopsis of the main characters we encounter – and one that will prove to be handy as the story is told from multiple perspectives all giving input into the events as they progress. Most fortunately for me, Gloria is the highlight of this story, the one who achieves the most and has some of the best-ever gaffes and slips of the tongue on the way to remaking herself as a ‘nicer person’. Always on the defense, and utterly obsessed with her own personal insecurities, Gloria has spent the last while trying to make herself into the person people flock to, ok – not really – she’d be happy with them not scattering away from her when she approached. With her own marriage dissolving in spectacular fashion, she’s convinced that being the focus of the gossip mill in town is nothing difficult, when compared to her own ‘tell it like it is, no holds barred’ honest eruptions from her mouth. And while she’s still saying things that are often true, but usually wholly inappropriate, she’s started to soften her all too prickly edges and actually finding herself wanting friendships. What Gloria does bring to the table, if not her ability to keep her mouth shut and be appropriate in all situations is her honest desire to ‘be’ friends and better – both for herself and as an example to her ten year old daughter.
But when Emma and Jake decide that Gloria and Seth (Jake’s brother) are the two to plan their wedding (Jane Austen theme in mind, thank you) these two divorced, cynical and adorable people, who few expect much from, dig into the task and get it done. Along with the wedding, Seth is also trying to find a way for his brother to increase income on their family estate, and he can’t help finding amusement and intrigue in the time he’s spending with Gloria. With a wedding date set, unsurprisingly by Gloria as a means of deflecting interest and questions at a town meeting, there’s just ten weeks to go and everything to arrange. From a day at a wedding fair at the site of Gloria’s failed marriage, to a drunken girl’s night out where she shares too much (think anything) with her new friends, to being involved in several conversations with Gertrude the cow – who’d prefer to hang out with people and be in the know – the story alternates from Gloria’s struggles with making changes and coming to trust in herself and those around her to actual moments with other townspeople, some lovely scenes with her parenting, the laugh out loud moments are frequent and real.
Devon has created a lovely and quirky little village here in Whispers Wood, with townsfolk who are all ‘involved’: from knowing everything, to dispensing advice, to actually caring for their neighbors and friends. With town meetings that are adorably pedantic and thorough through the wedding where everyone in town is invited, and all of the conversations and discussions about each person – you can’t help but feel the community in every moment, even as it feels overwhelming there is a sense of comfort and camaraderie here. As I stated, I hadn’t read the first two books, but with this one being such a breath of fresh air I can’t wait to dive into them all. And you can’t help but love a series that brings the possibility and potential to such heights, and gives everyone a chance, or a second chance, at a happy ending. No matter how cynical they may claim to be.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
But when Emma and Jake decide that Gloria and Seth (Jake’s brother) are the two to plan their wedding (Jane Austen theme in mind, thank you) these two divorced, cynical and adorable people, who few expect much from, dig into the task and get it done. Along with the wedding, Seth is also trying to find a way for his brother to increase income on their family estate, and he can’t help finding amusement and intrigue in the time he’s spending with Gloria. With a wedding date set, unsurprisingly by Gloria as a means of deflecting interest and questions at a town meeting, there’s just ten weeks to go and everything to arrange. From a day at a wedding fair at the site of Gloria’s failed marriage, to a drunken girl’s night out where she shares too much (think anything) with her new friends, to being involved in several conversations with Gertrude the cow – who’d prefer to hang out with people and be in the know – the story alternates from Gloria’s struggles with making changes and coming to trust in herself and those around her to actual moments with other townspeople, some lovely scenes with her parenting, the laugh out loud moments are frequent and real.
Devon has created a lovely and quirky little village here in Whispers Wood, with townsfolk who are all ‘involved’: from knowing everything, to dispensing advice, to actually caring for their neighbors and friends. With town meetings that are adorably pedantic and thorough through the wedding where everyone in town is invited, and all of the conversations and discussions about each person – you can’t help but feel the community in every moment, even as it feels overwhelming there is a sense of comfort and camaraderie here. As I stated, I hadn’t read the first two books, but with this one being such a breath of fresh air I can’t wait to dive into them all. And you can’t help but love a series that brings the possibility and potential to such heights, and gives everyone a chance, or a second chance, at a happy ending. No matter how cynical they may claim to be.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
May 14, 2019
Gloria and Seth are supposed to plan the wedding of their best friend and Seth's brother. There wouldn't be anything surprising or strange to this, except for the fact that they both sworn off love, do not believe in Happy Ever After and don't want to admit that they are attracted to each other. Of course planning a wedding is never an easy task, and what with the above mentioned distinctive features, we are in for a quirky, cheeky and humorous story.
I admit, I had problems to get into the book. Gloria was a tough one to read, and I had a feeling that the author tries too hard with the jokes and humour. I also felt a bit left out - this is a third book in the series and I haven't read the two previous novels, which is of course my fault, but I simply felt I'm not on the joke, that I'm not a part of the gang, of the story. However, I was quickly done with this feeling and after the initial reservations I fell in love with the book and the characters.
Gloria was such a breath of fresh air, really, with her attitude, sharp humour and being sarcastic. I didn't have a feeling that she was hiding behind a facade, to be honest, to protect herself or something like this, for me this was the way she was, period. She had tougher and softer side to herself, that's for sure, but she was bold, direct and hilariously funny in her honesty. Not always, but more than often, that is. I liked how she stood up for her family and friends, you don't often get something like this. She was feisty and loyal and an adorable mother. And she was my favourite kind of character, one that was growing throughout the story, changing, maturing, and there was depth to her as well.
Whispers Wood is a great place, a village with a great sense of community and people knowing much more about you than you know yourself, but all in such a lovely, friendly way, and the way they interfered in each other's lives was funny and not too overwhelming.
It was a humorous, romantic and uplifting read. The parts where Gloria and Seth were planning the wedding were brilliant, especially as Gloria often couldn't keep her mouth closed around the priest, calling him the wrong name. The banter and interaction between Gloria and Seth were probably the best parts of the book - so light - hearted, quick, it was like watching a tennis match. As I have already mentioned, the book can be read as a stand - alone but I had a feeling that I'm missing out on too much and I really regret not reading the two previous books before - to know more about Whispers Wood but also because I really liked the writing style, the humour, the great group of characters. Recommended!
Copy provided by the publisher in return for an honest review.
October 26, 2019
So I know this is a heart warming romance but I have to tell you that this book had me laughing out loud more times then I want to admit. I don't know what made it funny exactly there isn't one bit that makes this funny. It could be Gertrude (you'll know when you read the book) or it could be the things that Gloria says. Whatever it is, it works!
This book really showed you different Characters point of view, so you really got to step into their shoes. Now it didn't do this too much where it takes your eye off our main couple, Gloria and Seth. Eve had a way of giving you another persons point of view on what was going on with them to add tension. Making you want to keep reading to find out more but at the same time wanting to get back to Seth and Gloria.
One thing I absolutely adored was a few very subtle hints to TV and Films. Now I say subtle because it would be the main catchphrase from a TV show or a line from a movie. It was done in such away that fit in well with the book but if you know, you know. I absolutely loved the two I saw and it has me wondering is there any more?
I found this book really grabbed the readers attention to the point that it made it so easy to get stuck into. I mean I read the book in one sitting, absolutely and totally absorbed in the story from start to finish.
So my overall thoughts are that I completely loved this book! I found that while working my way through the book I really wanted to read and find out more about the other characters in the book. The best part is this is actually the third one in a series, so I know need to go buy the others. Now this can be read as a stand alone book. Let me know if you give this book a shot and what you think.
This book really showed you different Characters point of view, so you really got to step into their shoes. Now it didn't do this too much where it takes your eye off our main couple, Gloria and Seth. Eve had a way of giving you another persons point of view on what was going on with them to add tension. Making you want to keep reading to find out more but at the same time wanting to get back to Seth and Gloria.
One thing I absolutely adored was a few very subtle hints to TV and Films. Now I say subtle because it would be the main catchphrase from a TV show or a line from a movie. It was done in such away that fit in well with the book but if you know, you know. I absolutely loved the two I saw and it has me wondering is there any more?
I found this book really grabbed the readers attention to the point that it made it so easy to get stuck into. I mean I read the book in one sitting, absolutely and totally absorbed in the story from start to finish.
So my overall thoughts are that I completely loved this book! I found that while working my way through the book I really wanted to read and find out more about the other characters in the book. The best part is this is actually the third one in a series, so I know need to go buy the others. Now this can be read as a stand alone book. Let me know if you give this book a shot and what you think.
June 4, 2019
The Wedding Planner is about Emma and Jake’s wedding and the tremendous help they need planning it. They want a English country, Jane Austen-themed wedding, so they turn to Jake’s brother Seth and Emma’s friend Gloria. Sparks and banter fly immediately between Seth and Gloria as they try to stay focused on the wedding planning for their friends. Both are recently divorced and feeling down on love, and the upcoming wedding has many echoes of Gloria’s previous wedding, which is painful for her. The wedding couple has the help of Seth and Gloria, but also many friends that they work with.
I had a hard time getting into this book. Gloria is snarky and makes frequent sexual innuedos, but seems disinterested in love or relationships. There is supposed to be romantic feeling and sexual tension between Seth and Gloria, but I didn’t feel it. It seemed more that Gloria made sexual comments to shock Seth, not out of a feeling of passion. There are many friends and places of employment that got a little hard to keep track of. I didn’t realize until I finished the book that this was the third in a series. It can be a standalone, but I think it makes it a little hard to get a read on the characters. I didn’t understand the supposed romantic ending at all, Gloria was throwing up for two days, but Seth was still wooing her—sorry, vomit is not romantic. I just didn’t feel a connection to this story.
Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.
I had a hard time getting into this book. Gloria is snarky and makes frequent sexual innuedos, but seems disinterested in love or relationships. There is supposed to be romantic feeling and sexual tension between Seth and Gloria, but I didn’t feel it. It seemed more that Gloria made sexual comments to shock Seth, not out of a feeling of passion. There are many friends and places of employment that got a little hard to keep track of. I didn’t realize until I finished the book that this was the third in a series. It can be a standalone, but I think it makes it a little hard to get a read on the characters. I didn’t understand the supposed romantic ending at all, Gloria was throwing up for two days, but Seth was still wooing her—sorry, vomit is not romantic. I just didn’t feel a connection to this story.
Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 5, 2021
The Wedding Planner is the third book by Eve Devon that is set in Whispers Wood, however it is the first one that I have read. A great feature of this book was that there was a character list at the beginning which ran down all the people you needed to know.
I have to say that I didn’t fall in love with this book. I’m not sure that if I had read the previous books and got to know the characters whether I would have enjoyed this more. I think being invested in their stories would have helped.
I found the lead characters Gloria quite frustrating, especially as the beginning. I couldn’t warm to her however I did like witnessing the journey she goes on throughout the book, realising that maybe she can move forward in a more positive way.
What I did really like was the relationship between her and her friends Emma, Kate and Juliette. From what I can gather they are returning characters and all work at The Clock House. In this book Emma is getting married and asks the three girls to be her bridesmaids….and for Gloria to be one of her wedding planners alongside the groom’s brother, Seth.
I enjoyed the story that was being told I just didn’t warm to Gloria, and as the lead character, it meant I struggled to get into the book. But this features some great characters and relationships and who can’t beat a good romantic wedding.
I have to say that I didn’t fall in love with this book. I’m not sure that if I had read the previous books and got to know the characters whether I would have enjoyed this more. I think being invested in their stories would have helped.
I found the lead characters Gloria quite frustrating, especially as the beginning. I couldn’t warm to her however I did like witnessing the journey she goes on throughout the book, realising that maybe she can move forward in a more positive way.
What I did really like was the relationship between her and her friends Emma, Kate and Juliette. From what I can gather they are returning characters and all work at The Clock House. In this book Emma is getting married and asks the three girls to be her bridesmaids….and for Gloria to be one of her wedding planners alongside the groom’s brother, Seth.
I enjoyed the story that was being told I just didn’t warm to Gloria, and as the lead character, it meant I struggled to get into the book. But this features some great characters and relationships and who can’t beat a good romantic wedding.
August 17, 2019
3.5 bumped to 4 because…Gertrude! Stars. Eve Devon is a new author to me. Her writing style is great with plenty of wit and snark. Her characters come to life in gloriously flawed detail. The Wedding Planner is the third book in the Whispers Wood series. It’s sweet, quaint and quirky with a whole village full of adorable, meddling people. If you haven’t read the first two books, don’t worry. You won’t have any trouble following all that’s going on in Whispers Wood.
Seth and Gloria bonded in friendship over shared divorce experiences. Well, the experiences weren’t anywhere near the same, but they both ended in divorce. Gloria is trying to live down all the gossip and become a less bitter, angry person. Seth is trying to prove himself to his family and the village. Both are fighting an uphill battle. Now they’ve been asked to plan Jake and Emma’s wedding. Jake, Seth’s older brother, isn’t so sure his brother can handle it, but Emma is confident. Seth and Gloria both have a lot to prove. Turns out, a lot to prove not only to the village, family, and friends but to themselves.
This is a truly British story so grab your cuppa and settle in for a rollicking ride!
Seth and Gloria bonded in friendship over shared divorce experiences. Well, the experiences weren’t anywhere near the same, but they both ended in divorce. Gloria is trying to live down all the gossip and become a less bitter, angry person. Seth is trying to prove himself to his family and the village. Both are fighting an uphill battle. Now they’ve been asked to plan Jake and Emma’s wedding. Jake, Seth’s older brother, isn’t so sure his brother can handle it, but Emma is confident. Seth and Gloria both have a lot to prove. Turns out, a lot to prove not only to the village, family, and friends but to themselves.
This is a truly British story so grab your cuppa and settle in for a rollicking ride!
May 25, 2019
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. Gloria is recovering from her divorce to her husband Bob. The divorce soured her on ever loving or living “happily ever after”. Enter the handsome Seth who would like to persuade Gloria to change her mind. Gloria unwilling is drafted to be a bridesmaid for her friend Emma’s upcoming wedding. In her telling like it is style Gloria accidentally chooses a wedding date for Emma and Jake, The anniversary of her marriage gone bad. In her blunt tell it like it is all kinds of small town village gossip runs across town. Gloria and Seth are drafted to plan the dream wedding. With the thought of putting forward a good example for her young daughter Persephone, Gloria is determined to carry on with her life. Will the wedding go off without a hitch? Will Gloria ever find happiness again?
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June 19, 2019This is the 3rd in the series of Whispers in the wood, i loved the first two and this one didn't disappoint.
Gloria "glorious" the wicked witch of the west from the previous 2 books turns a new leaf and becomes the fairy godmother of the story, she is funny but cutting in her remarks and the story revolves around her and with Seth becoming a wedding planner much to her better judgment and outrageous behaviour of always saying the wrong thing at the wrong time. This book had me laughing out loud
I'm really glad the author put a character list at the beginning as it helped me remember who was who.
It was great to be back in the village again among "friends" who I knew and loved.
This was a feel good, funny warm book and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute, I was sad when I had finished it
Gloria "glorious" the wicked witch of the west from the previous 2 books turns a new leaf and becomes the fairy godmother of the story, she is funny but cutting in her remarks and the story revolves around her and with Seth becoming a wedding planner much to her better judgment and outrageous behaviour of always saying the wrong thing at the wrong time. This book had me laughing out loud
I'm really glad the author put a character list at the beginning as it helped me remember who was who.
It was great to be back in the village again among "friends" who I knew and loved.
This was a feel good, funny warm book and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute, I was sad when I had finished it
August 7, 2019
3.5 stars.
Good to see the Whispers Wood residents back again this time Jake and Emma are getting married!!! The chandelier in the Clock House worked its magic on them but who is next to succumb???
Gloria is trying her hardest to change and be less spiky but it’s a work in progress. Seth is trying to prove himself to his brother. Kate and Daniel are ... well ... Kate and Daniel. Juliet and Oscar want to start a family of their own except it just hasn’t happened yet. And in the midst of all this there is a wedding to plan.
An enjoyable book but some aspects of the story seemed a bit drawn out and others weren’t really explored fully. Perhaps these will be covered in the next book.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced read copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Good to see the Whispers Wood residents back again this time Jake and Emma are getting married!!! The chandelier in the Clock House worked its magic on them but who is next to succumb???
Gloria is trying her hardest to change and be less spiky but it’s a work in progress. Seth is trying to prove himself to his brother. Kate and Daniel are ... well ... Kate and Daniel. Juliet and Oscar want to start a family of their own except it just hasn’t happened yet. And in the midst of all this there is a wedding to plan.
An enjoyable book but some aspects of the story seemed a bit drawn out and others weren’t really explored fully. Perhaps these will be covered in the next book.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced read copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
May 2, 2019
The Wedding Planner was my first book from author Eve Devon. I was unaware it was the third in a series until getting into the book. I have to say it felt a little like arriving late to a party where everyone was talking about what had happened over the last few hours. It takes a little catching up to get up to speed with the characters!
I applaud Gloria for working to reign in her snarkiness. She was certainly a different sort of heroine. I really enjoyed her story and love all the details of village life in Whispers Woods. While readable as a standalone, I recommend reading the first two in the series before this book. Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to review this book.
I applaud Gloria for working to reign in her snarkiness. She was certainly a different sort of heroine. I really enjoyed her story and love all the details of village life in Whispers Woods. While readable as a standalone, I recommend reading the first two in the series before this book. Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to review this book.
July 18, 2019
I haven't read any of the other Whispers Book series so I came to Gloria cold yet I still realised what a great character she was. A complicated lady, she is strugging to work through her past issues and is slowly opening up to the people around her.
I loved the 'Will they, won't they? element of the story and to watch the shadow boxing that both Gloria and Seth indulge in. What set this book apart for me was the humour. The author injects such a dry wit into the story and I loved the absolutely laugh out loud moments. I would like to read some of the earlier books just so I could appreciate how far Gloria's character has come.
In short: Great characters and a wonderful setting.
Thanks to the author for a copy of the book
I loved the 'Will they, won't they? element of the story and to watch the shadow boxing that both Gloria and Seth indulge in. What set this book apart for me was the humour. The author injects such a dry wit into the story and I loved the absolutely laugh out loud moments. I would like to read some of the earlier books just so I could appreciate how far Gloria's character has come.
In short: Great characters and a wonderful setting.
Thanks to the author for a copy of the book
May 11, 2019
The Wedding Planner is a fun bit of romantic chick-lit and an easy read. I am led to understand that this is book 3 in a series and although it does work on its own it would definitely help to read the other first. It sometimes refers to things that you feel yoi have missed out on.
The main characters of Gloria and Seth have been tasked with organising a wedding in a short amount of time, it does have some amusing bits and you do find yourself routing for them along the way. I won't say much more for risk of spoiling it other than if you like a quick fun read then this is for you.
I was given this book through Netgalley in return for an honest review.
The main characters of Gloria and Seth have been tasked with organising a wedding in a short amount of time, it does have some amusing bits and you do find yourself routing for them along the way. I won't say much more for risk of spoiling it other than if you like a quick fun read then this is for you.
I was given this book through Netgalley in return for an honest review.
June 12, 2019
Cute, fun novel about a protagonist you don't know whether to laugh or cry about. How about laughing until you cry? That's what I did. Gloria is certainly famous for her cringe worthy comments, but is working hard to right the wrongs she has done. But who can blame her? Her husband left her for another man. She tries to ignore, then overcome, the fact, as she sees it, that she was not somebody somebody would want to love.
I had not read any previous books, so you can read this as a stand-alone. I found the writing a bit frantic and wasn't sure if that was the writer's normal style or if she were embodying Gloria's personality with the writing style.
I had not read any previous books, so you can read this as a stand-alone. I found the writing a bit frantic and wasn't sure if that was the writer's normal style or if she were embodying Gloria's personality with the writing style.
July 14, 2019
At first I had some difficulties getting into the story. Not because I didn’t like it, because I did. But I just couldn’t get a grip on it.
And sometimes you just give up and put the book away. But other times you know you just have to take a leap of faith, because you feel that you will be rewarded with an amazing story.
And luckily for me, it was the latter.
After the initial struggle, I found myself turning page after page after page and the chapters just flew by.
I was absolutely submerged into the story, feeling with Gloria and Seth.
The issues Gloria faced, were so real to me, I understood her initial reclutance and fear of her feelings for Seth.
At the beginning of this story, Gloria is not in a happy place. Knowing that the way she acts, makes it impossible to befriend people, she is working on a better version of herself.
And Seth finds it hard to be taken serious by his brother.
They are somehow forced working together in organising the wedding of Emma and Jake.
The story takes a slow start, giving you the chance to get to know Gloria and Seth on a deeper level. This is also what the story needs. If there would be immediately the love part, this wouldn’t feel like a genuine story, about growth, facing your fears and dare to move on with your feelings, no matter what happened in the past.
So I enjoyed reading the story, laughed at the awkward moments Gloria had, I nearly swooned over Seth and his actions. And for me, the star of the whole book was Gertrude, an intruiging cow appearing at the most strange moments, making them lighter and funnier than planned!
Somehow I could really relate with Gloria, having some behaviour issues in common. Blurring out what I am really thinking, caused me some ‘ooooh sh*t’ times, so when it happened to Gloria, my thoughts were: ‘That could have been being me saying that!’. So that made me love the book even more!
If you are tempted by reading this book, but you have the same initial struggles I had, whatever you do, do not give up! Believe me when I say that continuing reading it totally worth it!
And sometimes you just give up and put the book away. But other times you know you just have to take a leap of faith, because you feel that you will be rewarded with an amazing story.
And luckily for me, it was the latter.
After the initial struggle, I found myself turning page after page after page and the chapters just flew by.
I was absolutely submerged into the story, feeling with Gloria and Seth.
The issues Gloria faced, were so real to me, I understood her initial reclutance and fear of her feelings for Seth.
At the beginning of this story, Gloria is not in a happy place. Knowing that the way she acts, makes it impossible to befriend people, she is working on a better version of herself.
And Seth finds it hard to be taken serious by his brother.
They are somehow forced working together in organising the wedding of Emma and Jake.
The story takes a slow start, giving you the chance to get to know Gloria and Seth on a deeper level. This is also what the story needs. If there would be immediately the love part, this wouldn’t feel like a genuine story, about growth, facing your fears and dare to move on with your feelings, no matter what happened in the past.
So I enjoyed reading the story, laughed at the awkward moments Gloria had, I nearly swooned over Seth and his actions. And for me, the star of the whole book was Gertrude, an intruiging cow appearing at the most strange moments, making them lighter and funnier than planned!
Somehow I could really relate with Gloria, having some behaviour issues in common. Blurring out what I am really thinking, caused me some ‘ooooh sh*t’ times, so when it happened to Gloria, my thoughts were: ‘That could have been being me saying that!’. So that made me love the book even more!
If you are tempted by reading this book, but you have the same initial struggles I had, whatever you do, do not give up! Believe me when I say that continuing reading it totally worth it!
April 21, 2019
This is the third in Author Eve Devon’s Whisper Woods series. I have not read the other two books, but I felt it didn’t matter as the author is quick to catch the reader up to speed with the characters in the town. Gloria is the main character in this story and she is a quick witted, sarcastic woman trying to tame her temper and be a better friend. While swearing off men , she finds she is not immune to a handsome kind man. While I enjoyed the characters and their lives, I found the novel to be too wordy for me and found myself skipping ahead. This was an arc from #netgalley
May 2, 2019
This is a cute book with a sweet premise: two people are given the chore of planning a wedding for their friend & one’s brother and neither has a real desire to do this as they both are divorced. They keep running toward and away from the definite chemistry between them.
It ran rather slow for me and felt like the book stalls out for a bit before it gets restarted. Consequently, it held my interest then lost it then picked it up again.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
It ran rather slow for me and felt like the book stalls out for a bit before it gets restarted. Consequently, it held my interest then lost it then picked it up again.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
May 7, 2019
Before I start, I've only managed to read 14%. After that, I gave up. There seems to much to be going on that just doesn't work in this book.
The main character seems to be not the main since the narrative changes every chapter.
A man, who is presumably straight, describes his brother (!) as having brooding Poldark looks
There are so many descriptions that don't matter.
Appereantly, everything is so perfect and everybody goes along so well that even "the bitch" is welcomed with open arms.
These problems make me not care about the persons - and that is the reason I stopped reading it.
The main character seems to be not the main since the narrative changes every chapter.
A man, who is presumably straight, describes his brother (!) as having brooding Poldark looks
There are so many descriptions that don't matter.
Appereantly, everything is so perfect and everybody goes along so well that even "the bitch" is welcomed with open arms.
These problems make me not care about the persons - and that is the reason I stopped reading it.
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