shaykay's review
fast-paced
3.0
So I've been commenting on how these three books should've just been one, and I agree. So the ebook versions for the first two books are under 100 pages, and the third book is only 108 pages long. So if the book was merged into just one, it would've worked together better because it felt kind of choppy between the three scenes. If it was all combined, we might've gotten a little more drama because I wanted that to appear in the book, and I feel like it just barely happened. I wanted to see Ethan's past come up, especially when they were in NYC, because for him to be such a big playboy, you know, there would've been more drama playing out with his past lovers. Or it could've ended with the first book because these two sequels felt dragged out. Or possibly combining these two sequels so that the first one stayed how it is and then played out the last two together instead of their own books might've worked. I feel like this one was longer than the first two, but I struggled with it more.
readaholic7's review
3.0
A good ending to the trilogy with a happily ever after. The audiobook overall was decent to listen to. Ethan & Anna continue to have a steamy relationship and find their way to their happily ever after.
brittanylee0302's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I still am not an Anna fan but I still love Anna & Ethan together. I also loved that the end of this book didn't follow the typical route books like these always seem to follow
aflv_reads's review
5.0
Louise Bay, your Empire State Trilogy is one of my favorite books series!!! I can usually pick one book from a series that I loved the most, but in this case it’s impossible!
A Week in New York (#1), Autumn in London (#2) and New Year in Manhattan (#3) are equally incredible!!!!!!
Every book flows so beautifully from one another that it makes you think of it as one big book, instead of 3. We are travelling from city to city in such an elegant and graceful way that it captures your soul.
And let me tell you something else…
I absolutely adored Anna and Ethan!! They are perfect for each other and the universe sees it and decides to draw them together, no matter the continents, disregarding any hurdle.
Both Anna and Ethan made mistakes, but they learnt from them. They put their love, their relationship first, above everything else. It is such a unique love story, with unique characters.
I am so happy that I got to read this series..I loved it from the bottom of my heart and it really is one of my all-time favorites!!!
I could go on and on, analyzing the story and the characters, leading and supporting, but the truth is simple. This series is one of the best series out there and you will be missing something significant, if you don’t read it.
Every book of the trilogy is a 5-Star Novel and the series is more than 5 stars..
I always see the last book as a celebratory to the characters..I see it as a way to replay every previous book and realize how much I just loved the series. So, that’s why I’m focusing on the trilogy and not on the last book, because the last book is the fireworks, the tribute to the characters that gives them their happy ending.
The Empire State Trilogy is beyond words.
-If you haven’t read it, hurry up and grab the books!
-If you have read the first two books, then you know that the third will be just as amazing!
-If you have read the first one, well then what are you waiting for?
It’s a precious love story that everyone must read!!
So, it was really a no-brainer for me.. New Year in Manhattan, as well as the entire trilogy, receives 5 Amazing Stars!
A Week in New York (#1), Autumn in London (#2) and New Year in Manhattan (#3) are equally incredible!!!!!!
Every book flows so beautifully from one another that it makes you think of it as one big book, instead of 3. We are travelling from city to city in such an elegant and graceful way that it captures your soul.
And let me tell you something else…
I absolutely adored Anna and Ethan!! They are perfect for each other and the universe sees it and decides to draw them together, no matter the continents, disregarding any hurdle.
Both Anna and Ethan made mistakes, but they learnt from them. They put their love, their relationship first, above everything else. It is such a unique love story, with unique characters.
I am so happy that I got to read this series..I loved it from the bottom of my heart and it really is one of my all-time favorites!!!
I could go on and on, analyzing the story and the characters, leading and supporting, but the truth is simple. This series is one of the best series out there and you will be missing something significant, if you don’t read it.
Every book of the trilogy is a 5-Star Novel and the series is more than 5 stars..
I always see the last book as a celebratory to the characters..I see it as a way to replay every previous book and realize how much I just loved the series. So, that’s why I’m focusing on the trilogy and not on the last book, because the last book is the fireworks, the tribute to the characters that gives them their happy ending.
The Empire State Trilogy is beyond words.
-If you haven’t read it, hurry up and grab the books!
-If you have read the first two books, then you know that the third will be just as amazing!
-If you have read the first one, well then what are you waiting for?
It’s a precious love story that everyone must read!!
So, it was really a no-brainer for me.. New Year in Manhattan, as well as the entire trilogy, receives 5 Amazing Stars!
tfail24's review
4.0
I really liked this series.
Anna got on my nerves at times and poor Ethan, he would have done anything for her.
Anna got on my nerves at times and poor Ethan, he would have done anything for her.
cocktailsandbooks1's review
4.0
NEW YEAR IN MANHANTTAN is the third and last installment in the provocative Empire State series. Things get complicated as Ethan and Anna admit they love each other. Unfortunately, they live on two different continents and hope their relationship can survive the distance and separation. I was happy to connect again with Ethan and Anna and I wanted them to work through their issues and find their happily ever after. Their chemistry is still explosive as they share their feelings and learn more about each other. Even though Ethan has never been in a relationship, he’s the perfect boyfriend. He’s always upfront with Anna and lets her know how much he cares about her.
I enjoyed this delicious, sexy story about two successful attorneys as they fall in love and was sad to see the series end. Louis Bay knows how to write a well written story, with a believable plot, dialogue that flows and interesting characters. I loved every minute of this passionate story and my only disappointment with this last book, was the abrupt ending.
Reviewed by Karen for Cocktails and Books
I enjoyed this delicious, sexy story about two successful attorneys as they fall in love and was sad to see the series end. Louis Bay knows how to write a well written story, with a believable plot, dialogue that flows and interesting characters. I loved every minute of this passionate story and my only disappointment with this last book, was the abrupt ending.
Reviewed by Karen for Cocktails and Books
elonn's review
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5