valeriew's review against another edition
3.0
These stories were cute but I still don't like novellas. I feel like it's the climax of the story but that's all you get. It was also a little weird reading lds author writing this way.
aublar's review against another edition
4.0
Fun collection of cute (chaste) romance novellas all with the common theme of, obviously, summer in NYC.
Content warning: kissing
Content warning: kissing
ghumpherys's review against another edition
5.0
Another wonderful collection of stories from some of my favorite authors! I love these collections -- all so different and yet tied together by a central theme. And while I love that I can read a story in one sitting, I always end up wishing they were just a little bit longer!
nicolepeck's review against another edition
4.0
***A received a copy of this book from one of the authors in exchange for my honest review.***
Job Hazards by Janette Rallison: Cute story reuniting high school sweethearts under very awkward circumstances. I enjoyed the characters, the humor, and the little bit of action.
A Taste of Sun by Heather B. Moore: Cute way to approach a romance - girl goes to NYC to apartment-sit for her aunt, guy hurries onto the elevator as another girl calls after him that he's a two-timing jerk, then girl finds out two-timing jerk is the guy her aunt has asked to entertain her while she's there. LOL I thought it was cute how he reported to her on all the "excursions" so their stories were straight. I would have loved to actually see Winona's art as it was described as so unique and intriguing.
Dulce de Lecheby Luisa Perkins: Fun characters. I was a little worried with the "rich doctor falls for nanny" cliche and a bit of it felt like Spanglish to me (not closely, just reminded me of that a bit), but I enjoyed the characters and the way the author told the story. I did have to look up some of the things Marisol said in Spanish that I was not familiar with, and I definitely want to try the alfajores - they sound divine!!! I definitely giggled about the dad trying to eat so healthy and make his kids eat healthy when he had to gag down his own protein drink, fun little touch to the story with that aspect. First time reading this author and am definitely interested in her other books.
Take a Chance by Sarah M. Eden: This is a cute story set in the airport, for all those people who travel and have only been in airports of lots of cities! LOL I liked the incorporation of Broadway and how it relates to the title, cute idea. The characters were fun, well developed, and we got very developed information on their background and history. I also liked that the ending wasn't happily ever after, that it acknowledged reality and how things really happen in real life.
Firsts and Lasts by Annette Lyon: Another interesting approach to NYC - leaving after living there and trying to do everything for the first time before you don't get another chance. Cute story of the 2 characters, their chance meeting, their similar situations, and how they fall in love and deal with the firsts and lasts. Also, busking was a different element for me. I know people do it all the time in the city but never knew that's what it was called.
& by Lisa Magnum: I thoroughly enjoyed this short story -- everything about it. I was intrigued by the simple "&" for the title and loved how it came to be, from the store name to her grandpa's advice and then woven throughout the story. Great characters, loved the setting. I want to visit that (fictional) print shop! LOL I even wanted to read the (fictional) book talked about in the short story. I've had this author's books on my to-read list and now I know I must read them sooner rather than later!!!
Overall, I was surprised at how the different authors wove New York into their stories. Some obvious famous places mentioned, some lesser known or just everyday life, and then, of course, the approach of only the airport but still including Broadway. I really enjoyed this anthology, especially after being in New York recently!!
Job Hazards by Janette Rallison: Cute story reuniting high school sweethearts under very awkward circumstances. I enjoyed the characters, the humor, and the little bit of action.
A Taste of Sun by Heather B. Moore: Cute way to approach a romance - girl goes to NYC to apartment-sit for her aunt, guy hurries onto the elevator as another girl calls after him that he's a two-timing jerk, then girl finds out two-timing jerk is the guy her aunt has asked to entertain her while she's there. LOL I thought it was cute how he reported to her on all the "excursions" so their stories were straight. I would have loved to actually see Winona's art as it was described as so unique and intriguing.
Dulce de Lecheby Luisa Perkins: Fun characters. I was a little worried with the "rich doctor falls for nanny" cliche and a bit of it felt like Spanglish to me (not closely, just reminded me of that a bit), but I enjoyed the characters and the way the author told the story. I did have to look up some of the things Marisol said in Spanish that I was not familiar with, and I definitely want to try the alfajores - they sound divine!!! I definitely giggled about the dad trying to eat so healthy and make his kids eat healthy when he had to gag down his own protein drink, fun little touch to the story with that aspect. First time reading this author and am definitely interested in her other books.
Take a Chance by Sarah M. Eden: This is a cute story set in the airport, for all those people who travel and have only been in airports of lots of cities! LOL I liked the incorporation of Broadway and how it relates to the title, cute idea. The characters were fun, well developed, and we got very developed information on their background and history. I also liked that the ending wasn't happily ever after, that it acknowledged reality and how things really happen in real life.
Firsts and Lasts by Annette Lyon: Another interesting approach to NYC - leaving after living there and trying to do everything for the first time before you don't get another chance. Cute story of the 2 characters, their chance meeting, their similar situations, and how they fall in love and deal with the firsts and lasts. Also, busking was a different element for me. I know people do it all the time in the city but never knew that's what it was called.
& by Lisa Magnum: I thoroughly enjoyed this short story -- everything about it. I was intrigued by the simple "&" for the title and loved how it came to be, from the store name to her grandpa's advice and then woven throughout the story. Great characters, loved the setting. I want to visit that (fictional) print shop! LOL I even wanted to read the (fictional) book talked about in the short story. I've had this author's books on my to-read list and now I know I must read them sooner rather than later!!!
Overall, I was surprised at how the different authors wove New York into their stories. Some obvious famous places mentioned, some lesser known or just everyday life, and then, of course, the approach of only the airport but still including Broadway. I really enjoyed this anthology, especially after being in New York recently!!
mcorinne's review against another edition
3.0
Yes I have read another timeless romance anthology. I think it's an addiction at this point. The first short story in this collection had me laughing SO HARD. It was probably the most unique one I have read yet. Loved it. The other ones were pretty average and cute.
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