Final Rating:
Date of Completion: 07/04/2023
Published by: Swift & Lewis Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 9781954007512
Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!
Cover:
This cute design gives off that happy summer vibe with its vibrant colours and pretty illustration. These aspects also provide a great visual representation of the fun, light story.
Writing:
The story is brought to life through a simple yet rich writing style and setting that is easy to immerse into. I also loved the sassy and melodramatic narrative from Merry’s point of view, as it was entertaining and constantly made me laugh.
the value of loving someone can never be overestimated
Storyline:
Through an intriguing start, we are introduced to Merry’s unfortunate situation. As she tries to move on, the romantic comedy that plays out is somewhat predictable but still engaging since it is littered with numerous embarrassing moments and cute scenes. Besides this, several subplots add depth to the storyline, but I was not particularly invested in these.
Main character:
It is hard not to like Merry’s character given her comical and genuine personality. Even her insecurities and struggles with unrequited love only made her relatable, plus allowed for a delightfully heartwarming character arc.
At the end of your life it’s not what you did that makes you happy, it’s who you loved and who loved you.
Secondary characters:
While several secondary characters are skillfully used to enhance the storyline, Noah and Merry’s sister Angela are the only two who piqued my interest as they end up being more complex than initially presented. Although I never liked Angela, I loved Noah – even with his reserved and tight-lipped personality.
Romance:
Despite Merry’s determination to resist her attraction to Noah, they gradually build a connection through multiple interactions that are bursting with chemistry. I especially loved that they became friends initially and enjoyed making each other smile.
Narration & Audio:
The natural, conversational style used by Kelsey Navarro creates a fantastic listening experience that is perfect for the story. With skilful changes in her vocal pace and tone, Kelsey enhances the fun and witty narrative while nicely conveying the emotions within the tale.
All in all, ‘French Holiday‘ is a fun, light, romantic comedy. While the story is relatively predictable, it is strengthened by the humour and lovable protagonist. Another cute romance with witty humour you can check out is Honey & Spice by Bolu Babalola.
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