Reviews

First Bride to Fall by Ginny Baird

magnoliapigeonbookblurbs's review

2.0

I’m not really sure how to feel about First Bride to Fall - I wanted to like it but it just was not my cup of tea. It read like a middle school-early high school romance but the characters were in their early thirties, the family dynamic was all over the place and the whole plot of the marriage of convenience felt very unbelievable (especially from the parents POV). It had some cute moments but overall wasn’t a hit for me.

Thank you NetGalley and Tantor Audio for my advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

erinarkin20's review

3.0

I grabbed this one because the summary sounded interesting and I wasn't wrong. The story itself was engaging and I thought the characters were well developed. There were times where I felt the story dragged a bit and I just wanted them to get to the end. There was a lot of back and forth when Grant found out about the bet the sisters had and tried to get Nell to be the one to call it quits.

This is my first book by Ginny Baird and I do think I will pick up the other books as I want to see how the sister's stories go. If you're looking for a contemporary romance with a mix of sweet romance and funny bits, consider picking this one up.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for a copy in exchange for an honest review.

what_alice_saw's review

3.0

Scribd Audiobook

Super cute, but leans slightly towards saccharine.

cka1026's review

hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.5

cather593's review

1.0

I really did not enjoy this.

penn_and_paper's review against another edition

funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

Narrator: The narrator chosen for this audiobook did a wonderful job. I enjoyed listening to her bring the characters and story to life. 

In this story we follow Nell, one of three Delaney sisters. One of the sisters needs to marry Aiden to help save the family business. This story focuses on Nell with two more books focusing on the other sisters. I like that the author gave each sister her own book to tell their story and I am eager to get to the other two. 

Story: Overall I enjoyed this story. It has its funny moments, the characters were enjoyable and the overall plot was interesting. The first half of the book had a few parts that felt unrealistic (I am being nitpicky) and I couldn't get past it, but the second half of the book is entertaining and picks up. I am glad I stuck with it. 

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.

mags_louise's review

3.0

3.75⭐

First Bride to Fall is a cute trope filled romance featuring three sisters Nell, Misty and Charlotte who learn from their mum that the family business is going through a tough time and in order to save it. She's struck a deal with an old friend and former business partner for one of the daughters to take place in a five-year marriage of convenience.

However, the three sisters come up with their own plan and make a bet which forces the loser to enter in to the marriage. But Nell is determined it won't be her as she's set her sights on Grant and has 30 days to convince him to fall in love and propose.

Yet, when Grant learns what Nell and her sisters have planned he decides not to say anything but get even in a different way. And so a battle of wills ensues to see who will crack first.

And with plenty of fun moments and a sprinkling of emotion this was an engaging and enjoyable read. I just didn't feel the chemistry or particularly like some of the characters which is why I've not rated it higher.

But it was certainly a well-written story and if you like your romance light-hearted and sex-free you should certainly check this story out.

**I was kindly provided with an ARC via Entangled Publishing in exchange for an honest review**

clwojick's review

lighthearted medium-paced

4.25

shankl's review

4.0

Thank you entangled publishing and tlcbooktours for the complimentary copy to read and review.

This contemporary romance is set in a small-town in Maine. It is adorable and sweet story. Nell has had a long-time crush on the local outdoorsman named Grant. In order to save her parents home and business, she agrees to a pact with her sister to find love in 30 days. This pact happens to be the push she needs to make her feelings known to the man of her dreams.

Their insta-love story comes by forced proximity after being stranded on hike in torrential rains. Nell and Grant take shelter in his remote cabin after roads are washed out. All is going well until Grant finds out about the pact. Can they overcome the misunderstanding to let true love win?

First Bride to Fall is the first in a new series, and a quick read. I look forward to future book in Majestic Maine series.

mrsj_readsbooks's review against another edition

3.0

First Bride to Fall is a super sweet romance. It is perfect when you need a reminder that love, and family are what is most important in the world.
Nell will do anything for her family, even giving up her one chance at love to save the family business. Nell and her sisters make a bet to help save the family business, if one of them is not engaged within 30 days, that girl will need to marry Aidan. Nell decides this is the perfect time for her to finally go after the man she has been in love with for years. Once Grant finds out about the bet, he decides to get even with Nell. This is the part I liked best, once they both know the other knows what is going on and neither is going to back down.
While the sisters did seem a bit juvenile at times, I had a tough time believing they were in their mid/late twenty’s. Overall, I did enjoy this one and I think this would make a great Netflix movie.
Thank you to Net Galley and Entangled Publishing for my eArc. All thoughts and opinions are my own.