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laurenrebeccao's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
hannahlou93's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I really enjoyed this romance. It was mostly predictable in the best way and I just enjoyed being along for the seasonable ride. I just wish the audiobook at appropriate accents aha.
trish91's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
bibliophile90's review against another edition
4.0
**ARC provided by publisher in exchange for an honest review**
Coming Home to Glendale Hall is a great romance/women's fiction novel. The setting worked perfectly in this book. I loved that it was set in a small village in Scotland and that it was during Christmas. It really gave me a cozy feeling. I will not go too much into the plot of the story, because the synopsis gives a great summary of the story. This book was about family coming together and forgiveness. The main character Beth Williams has stayed away for ten years for a reason. But regardless of your issues with your family, you'll always come when they need you. This was also the case for Beth, she goes home with her daughter after being gone for ten years. I absolutely loved the relationship Beth had with her daughter Isabelle (Izzy). She was a single teen mom but did everything in her power to give Izzy a good life. Beth is very strong and independent and I loved her character a lot. When Drew – Beth’s first love is visiting as well, things get a bit complicated.
This book had so many great elements. It was just a well-rounded contemporary romance with strong aspects focusing on the community and family. All the characters were great and elevated the story. This book definitely made me feel good and smile. I was happy that the romance didn't overwhelm the story. The author gave the right amount to satisfy my romantic heart. I definitely didn't want the story to end, because I really enjoyed spending time with the characters and seeing them grow. Every character in this book went through major character development, which I loved a lot. I would've liked maybe a chapter or two told from Drew's POV, just to get an insight into his thoughts. But it wasn't something I needed to fully enjoy this book. I can't finish this review without mentioning that I love the cover, it really fits this book.
Coming Home to Glendale Hall is a great romance/women's fiction novel. The setting worked perfectly in this book. I loved that it was set in a small village in Scotland and that it was during Christmas. It really gave me a cozy feeling. I will not go too much into the plot of the story, because the synopsis gives a great summary of the story. This book was about family coming together and forgiveness. The main character Beth Williams has stayed away for ten years for a reason. But regardless of your issues with your family, you'll always come when they need you. This was also the case for Beth, she goes home with her daughter after being gone for ten years. I absolutely loved the relationship Beth had with her daughter Isabelle (Izzy). She was a single teen mom but did everything in her power to give Izzy a good life. Beth is very strong and independent and I loved her character a lot. When Drew – Beth’s first love is visiting as well, things get a bit complicated.
This book had so many great elements. It was just a well-rounded contemporary romance with strong aspects focusing on the community and family. All the characters were great and elevated the story. This book definitely made me feel good and smile. I was happy that the romance didn't overwhelm the story. The author gave the right amount to satisfy my romantic heart. I definitely didn't want the story to end, because I really enjoyed spending time with the characters and seeing them grow. Every character in this book went through major character development, which I loved a lot. I would've liked maybe a chapter or two told from Drew's POV, just to get an insight into his thoughts. But it wasn't something I needed to fully enjoy this book. I can't finish this review without mentioning that I love the cover, it really fits this book.
readdrinkandbehappy's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
sillyputtdee's review against another edition
3.0
Easy reading you can skim through... predictable and all things nicely tied up, definitely a feel good book
kitvaria_sarene's review against another edition
4.0
This one could have done with better editing. There where quite some typos, and even some boxes instead of spaces throughout the book - especially in the beginning and at about 3/4 through.
The characters worked well for me, and if anything might have been a bit too kind and too good. But I really enjoyed spending time with them.
The setting was a big plus for me as I love Scotland a lot, and I could definitely imagine being there and having a great Christmas.
The plot was a bit predictable, but they always are with this type of stories, so that isn't an actual criticism from me. What did annoy me a bit where small things like "let's exchange presents now as we don't see each other tomorrow" and then "see you tomorrow". Or being happy to have managed to get some time for an important meeting, when the date stays the exact same date... It wasn't too often and not big things, but it did have me sigh every so often, so that's why I go with 4* instead of 5.
All in all a really good christmassy story that could have been mostly perfect with a bit more editing.
(I have the paperback published by Herabooks)
The characters worked well for me, and if anything might have been a bit too kind and too good. But I really enjoyed spending time with them.
The setting was a big plus for me as I love Scotland a lot, and I could definitely imagine being there and having a great Christmas.
The plot was a bit predictable, but they always are with this type of stories, so that isn't an actual criticism from me. What did annoy me a bit where small things like "let's exchange presents now as we don't see each other tomorrow" and then "see you tomorrow". Or being happy to have managed to get some time for an important meeting, when the date stays the exact same date... It wasn't too often and not big things, but it did have me sigh every so often, so that's why I go with 4* instead of 5.
All in all a really good christmassy story that could have been mostly perfect with a bit more editing.
(I have the paperback published by Herabooks)
whatzoereadnext__'s review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
annarella's review against another edition
5.0
An amazing novel, heartwarming and entertaining. It's an excellent Christmas book and I loved it.
I liked the cast of characters, the atmosphere and the setting.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
I liked the cast of characters, the atmosphere and the setting.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.