Probably
the Best Kiss in the World
Jen Attison likes her life Just So.
But being fished out of a canal in Copenhagen by her knickers is definitely NOT
on her to do list. From cinnamon swirls to a spontaneous night of laughter and
fireworks, Jen’s city break with the girls takes a turn for the unexpected
because of her gorgeous, mystery rescuer.
Back home, Jen faces a choice. A surprise
proposal from her boyfriend, ‘boring’ Robert has offered Jen the safety net she
always thought she wanted. But with the memories of her Danish adventure
proving hard to forget, maybe it’s time for Jen to stop listening to her head
and start following her heart…
My Review:
I was really excited to become part of the blog tour for
this book. I think the cover is gorgeous, it drew my interest and then the
synopsis really sold it to me. I must add that the title and nod to Carlsbergs ‘Probably
the best beer in the world’ was genius!
I haven’t read anything from the author previously - shame on
me - so this was a nice little surprise. As a craft fan (and someone that
attends many craft events myself), I loved how this book demonstrated someone
having a great passion for something others may not necessarily have interest
in. Jen reminded me a little of myself
in that respect (and obviously in name!)
I do enjoy a good chick lit/rom-com and I do not mind that
there are similarities in books of this genre, I do admire fresh takes on the
usual, some shocks, twists and turns but I do tend to find that an authors writing
style is the most important in bringing something special to it. Here we have
something fresh, funny and easy going, Pernille has created down to earth
characters that I found really likable.
Jen is passionate young woman, but we find her working in a
job she doesn’t really believe in and in a relationship that isn’t exactly
setting the world on fire. I like her a lot and she is not your typical leading
lady. She has flaws and faults but who doesn’t, she cheats and is fairly
self-absorbed yet she does love others and especially her younger sister (even
if this is more often than not a tad overbearing for Lydia).
After a fun filled, romantic sounding trip to Copenhagen
(where’s my suitcase, I want to go!) where she meets the enigmatic Yakob and gets
kissed, properly, firework sparking kissed – Jen’s world is about to turn.
I enjoyed seeing the relationship between Yakob and Jen
develop but even more than that I enjoyed seeing how Jen developed as a person
and as sister. She’s over-protective, which is understandable to an extent, but
I thought it was great to see how she eventually learned to let Lydia take risk
and love her own life.
Overall this is a lovely story, a refreshing and well-paced
chick lit read. I sat and enjoyed in one sitting, I was so absorbed - I love to get stuck in to a book that isn’t overly complicated
but contains enough drama and surprises to keep me interested. Jen and co are a
lovely bunch of characters and I definitely recommend for fans of the genre –
or for those with a keen interest in beer!
Thank you
to Pernille Hughes , HarperImpulse and Rachel’s Random Resources for the opportunity to read
and review this bookAbout the Author:
Pernille Hughes is a RomCom author and mum, whose debut novel was SWEATPANTS AT
Find out about her new books at www.pernillehughes.com
Pernille (pronounced Pernilla) studied Film & Literature at uni and took her first job in advertising, having been lured by the temptation of freebies, but left when Status Quo tickets was as good as it got. After a brief spell marketing Natural History films, she switched to working in Children's television which for a time meant living in actual Teletubbyland, sharing a photocopier with Laa-Laa.
Now, she lives in actual Buckinghamshire, sharing a photocopier with her husband and their four spawn. While the kids are at school she scoffs cake and writes RomCom stories in order to maintain a shred of sanity.
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Jenn, It's been a pleasure to be on tour with you. Thanks so much for taking the time to read it and for your lovely review! xx
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