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Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel by Rebecca Raisin
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I've said it before and I'll say it again, if you want an author of romance stories, your heart is always safe in the hands of Rebecca Raisin! I have just finished Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel and with the pacing, the intrigue and the heart, I didn't slow down once and found that I had finished the book the very same day that I started it!
There is something wonderful about an author that truly gets people who love books. I love a good theme too, and to mix them both equals a delightful day of reading. I would adore a visit to this hotel and to explore the theme of literary greats. Named rooms, blind dates with books and a library dedicated to an author, it sounds completely up my alley!
I also appreciate the way that this book was not 100% based on a romance. In fact the relationship side to this book took up not much space on the pages and instead we are shown a story about how working hard pays off, friends and family are amazing support groups and that women have been under appreciated and had their flames extinguished quite a lot in history. This last one tends to be a common theme in the last few books I have read and I feel empowered that women from history are getting to shine their lights, even if it didn't happen during their lifetime. The sub plot about the editor had me fist pumping in excitement for her!
I love the plot about suites 19 and 20. Just the fact that they exist behind a hidden wall made me enthralled but as I read on, I got goose bumps around the historical mystery. Being the catalyst that brought Anais and Noah together made it even more special and I loved that it was theirs before it was shared with many other people.
The characters are fantastic and I really liked that the male lead wasn't dominant in every situation. My favourite had to be Manon for her lovable and quirky ways. I really appreciated the hell out of her 'I would have never guessed I'd be THIS person' trope and the reception of her (hopefully) future in-laws.
All in all, I loved this book and the fact that Rebecca Raisin writes so many books about books that are all so very different. Thank you!
My thanks also to Netgalley and Boldwood books for allowing my a copy to read. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
There is something wonderful about an author that truly gets people who love books. I love a good theme too, and to mix them both equals a delightful day of reading. I would adore a visit to this hotel and to explore the theme of literary greats. Named rooms, blind dates with books and a library dedicated to an author, it sounds completely up my alley!
I also appreciate the way that this book was not 100% based on a romance. In fact the relationship side to this book took up not much space on the pages and instead we are shown a story about how working hard pays off, friends and family are amazing support groups and that women have been under appreciated and had their flames extinguished quite a lot in history. This last one tends to be a common theme in the last few books I have read and I feel empowered that women from history are getting to shine their lights, even if it didn't happen during their lifetime. The sub plot about the editor had me fist pumping in excitement for her!
I love the plot about suites 19 and 20. Just the fact that they exist behind a hidden wall made me enthralled but as I read on, I got goose bumps around the historical mystery. Being the catalyst that brought Anais and Noah together made it even more special and I loved that it was theirs before it was shared with many other people.
The characters are fantastic and I really liked that the male lead wasn't dominant in every situation. My favourite had to be Manon for her lovable and quirky ways. I really appreciated the hell out of her 'I would have never guessed I'd be THIS person' trope and the reception of her (hopefully) future in-laws.
All in all, I loved this book and the fact that Rebecca Raisin writes so many books about books that are all so very different. Thank you!
My thanks also to Netgalley and Boldwood books for allowing my a copy to read. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.