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itclouie's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
laa192214's review against another edition
lighthearted
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
lourdesholanda's review
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
lujein's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
sixphanel's review against another edition
5.0
I think Melissa Brayden may have become one of my favorite wlw romance writers, yup! I loved this book. There wasn't a single bit that I didn't enjoy! It made me extremely happy, and hey, that has to count.
If you've read the synopsis, it's about Devyn, a real estate broker, who has to return to her hometown due to... well, you'll see when you read it. There, she reencounters with Elizabeth, who's the complete oposite of her. Where Devyn loves nothing more than the city and her job, on her way to breaking all the records, Elizabeth loves people and her town. The chemistry between them is amazing, but it's not the only reason why I loved this book. The other characters, no matter how small, seemed to have a very distinct personality and I loved that about this book. Everything felt natural... and Melissa made me want to visit Dreamer's Bay! Plus, there's a dog. And I've said it before, but I love books that have dogs in them :)
It's been a very rewarding read, and I can't wait to read other previous books from Melissa. Having loved the Seven Shores books and this one... they all sound promising!
Book given in exchange for an honest review
If you've read the synopsis, it's about Devyn, a real estate broker, who has to return to her hometown due to... well, you'll see when you read it. There, she reencounters with Elizabeth, who's the complete oposite of her. Where Devyn loves nothing more than the city and her job, on her way to breaking all the records, Elizabeth loves people and her town. The chemistry between them is amazing, but it's not the only reason why I loved this book. The other characters, no matter how small, seemed to have a very distinct personality and I loved that about this book. Everything felt natural... and Melissa made me want to visit Dreamer's Bay! Plus, there's a dog. And I've said it before, but I love books that have dogs in them :)
It's been a very rewarding read, and I can't wait to read other previous books from Melissa. Having loved the Seven Shores books and this one... they all sound promising!
Book given in exchange for an honest review
rakhya's review
3.0
I'm really conflicted about this one.
I love Brayden's storytelling as well as her characters, even when they break my heart (looking at you, Courtney!).
For some reason though, Beautiful Dreamer and its protagonists did not manage to draw me in as much as their predecessors had.
The dramatic events that set the stage for the first half of the book felt like they were slowing the narrative, and blurring the two leads out of focus somehow. By comparison, when the focus shifted to their relationship in the second half, some developments even felt rushed.
It really sucks that I was not able to enjoy this one as much as I hoped, but I'm sure that's on me.
This is a Melissa Brayden book, and you can be sure it's a good romance even if it doesn't make your favourites shelf.
I love Brayden's storytelling as well as her characters, even when they break my heart (looking at you, Courtney!).
For some reason though, Beautiful Dreamer and its protagonists did not manage to draw me in as much as their predecessors had.
The dramatic events that set the stage for the first half of the book felt like they were slowing the narrative, and blurring the two leads out of focus somehow. By comparison, when the focus shifted to their relationship in the second half, some developments even felt rushed.
Spoiler
Here's me, wearing your scarf, suddenly ready to forgive and forget.It really sucks that I was not able to enjoy this one as much as I hoped, but I'm sure that's on me.
This is a Melissa Brayden book, and you can be sure it's a good romance even if it doesn't make your favourites shelf.
hhushaw's review against another edition
5.0
An honest review thanks to NetGalley. Wow. This book drew me in immediately; Elizabeth's character was outstanding. The sweet, dorkish amazing small town girl, and her passion and pull for her small town and how that drew Devyn to her was outstanding. The plot line kept me, and I loved all the small town charm, it literally pulled me into Dreamers Bay. The connection and attraction between the two characters made this romantic read outstanding, a full five stars, this book met and exceeded all my expectations; you will not be disappointed when you pick it up!
alexa_frost's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-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? Yes
3.5
cowmingo's review
4.0
I've been working on reading more F/F so when I saw this on NetGalley, I had to request it. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an advance copy.
This was my first book by this author but will definitely not be my last. Devyn, a big shot real estate agent, has to go home to the small town she grew up in to take care of a family issue. She really does not want to go. While home, she meets Elizabeth Draper. The two actually went to high school together but Devyn doesn't really remember and they didn't run in the same circles.
What happens next is a wonderful slow burn relationship that starts out as a friendship. Elizabeth is an amazing character and you can see why the entire town is in love with her. She shows Devyn all the town they grew up in has to offer and along the way, the two get closer and closer and eventually fall in love.
If this book is any indication of the author's other works, she has a new fan in me. Definitely smiled a lot and even laughed a few places. A heart warming and wonderful strangers to friends to lovers story.
This was my first book by this author but will definitely not be my last. Devyn, a big shot real estate agent, has to go home to the small town she grew up in to take care of a family issue. She really does not want to go. While home, she meets Elizabeth Draper. The two actually went to high school together but Devyn doesn't really remember and they didn't run in the same circles.
What happens next is a wonderful slow burn relationship that starts out as a friendship. Elizabeth is an amazing character and you can see why the entire town is in love with her. She shows Devyn all the town they grew up in has to offer and along the way, the two get closer and closer and eventually fall in love.
If this book is any indication of the author's other works, she has a new fan in me. Definitely smiled a lot and even laughed a few places. A heart warming and wonderful strangers to friends to lovers story.