marshmallowbooks's review against another edition
3.0
Review for the entire series (trilogy Lola Pink Mysteries): I was looking for a light romance and this was it. Lola is an unlikely mystery solver, but I guess that's often what mystery books are about. The comparison of Penny to Sheldon a la Big Bang Theory is spot on.
kidisitor's review against another edition
5.0
This is a fun and light-hearted book with the characters we all love. The quirky and upbeat Lola and her socially awkward billionaire fiance, Dane. It's been a real pleasure and we watch Dane come out of his social shell and start acting like a real emotional human. He is a good, kind man who treats his employees and loved ones well, he just doesn't understand social etiquette and affairs of the heart. That's actually what I enjoy most about these books. The romance. Watching Lola and Dane's relationship evolve, more so than the actual mystery involved. Speaking of mystery, if that's what you are more concerned about... it isn't all that complex, but there are several suspects and motives. One of Dane's employees has gone missing and no one knows if he left of his own free will or if foul play is involved. His past is sketchy but his present and future are promising. To move forward in their case, Lola and gang have to go back to his past. There's no violence, though there is a slight altercation when the gang confront the culprit. There is also no sexual content. It is implied, but nothing is played out on the pages, making this safe for teens and up. In addition to Lola and Dane, the cast of characters include the BFF's, the pesky mothering figures, the bodyguard and the crazy suspects. We also see more of Dane's mom as they are planning the wedding... and you can just imagine how that's going. :O You can read this as a stand alone without any problems, but you probably won't appreciate the romance aspect as much, since you aren't getting the full love story. It is well written and reads quickly and easily. It is strictly from Lola's POV.
*I received an ARC of this book.
*I received an ARC of this book.
laneylegz's review
4.0
Lola and Dane are now living together, her business is under construction and almost finished, and the wedding plans aren't going great. Dane's mother is sabotaging and taking control of every wedding aspect and Lola is fed up. Trying to juggle everything going on, it's unfortunate that Semi's brother Trey is missing. One ransom note later has Dane, Lola, and Semi in search of Trey. Is it corporate espionage, drug related, or something equally sinister? Lola is on the case and stirring up a hornet's nest of suspects that leads her down a dangerous path. Trying to find Trey, wedding planning, and balancing time with Dane's schedule has Lola running on empty and trying to stay alive.
marcirenee1974's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
5.0
valerienicole's review
3.0
I don't know what it was about this story, but I didn't like it. The second book of the series is still my favorite. Something about this story didn't keep my attention, and the parts that were supposed to be funny seemed forced. Like the whole brownie feud. Where did all the funny parts go? I do appreciate how Gina incorporates the steamy scenes in a way that you know what happened, but you don't have to live it. And wtf is in warehouse 12? It was so important in the first book, but by the end, it's unimportant and mentioned casually. Even though I was a bit disappointed in the final installment, I would still recommend the series and other Gina LaManna works.
diary_of_a_reading_addict's review
4.0
I love these books! They are exactly what you want them to be. They are fun reads and full of great characters. I always enjoy the mystery and find them a joy to read.
diaryofareadingaddict's review
4.0
I love these books! They are exactly what you want them to be. They are fun reads and full of great characters. I always enjoy the mystery and find them a joy to read.
scubajen's review
4.0
Fun in the sun! This book was wonderful. Great mystery and a surprise ending, at least for me. I loved how the author kept adding sunshine to the storyline. Great characters and great story.
bookgyrl's review
4.0
At the end of 2018 there is a surprise installment of Lola Pink (yay!) and I could use some sunshine in these dark days.
Lola and Dane are getting married! Not yet, but soon. Although the planning has been hijacked by Dane's mother, Lola just wants to marry Dane and to be accepted by her mother-in-law to be. When Semi (Dane's bodyguard and love interest of Annalise) informs Dane his brother Trey is missing it is Lola, Dane and Semi to the rescue.
These books are always a pleasure to read. They are cozy and humorous and I love the romance between Lola and Dane.
Lola and Dane are getting married! Not yet, but soon. Although the planning has been hijacked by Dane's mother, Lola just wants to marry Dane and to be accepted by her mother-in-law to be. When Semi (Dane's bodyguard and love interest of Annalise) informs Dane his brother Trey is missing it is Lola, Dane and Semi to the rescue.
These books are always a pleasure to read. They are cozy and humorous and I love the romance between Lola and Dane.
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