Scan barcode
kebreads's review
5.0
I looked forward to reading this book since I really enjoy reading these romance collection novellas. I didn't read the book summary before picking it up, so was surprised by the historical blind date novellas. Blind dates seem like such a modern thing, but after reading these stories, I realized that similar things happened in the past as well. I enjoyed reading all of these stories.
THE PROMISE THAT KATY DID: This was a cute story. I really liked the characters. Katy had such strength even with all the trials she faced. After reading the story, I think the title is genius.
Rating: 4.5 stars
Content: Clean
A LADY OF SENSE: This story made me smile. This story also had very likable characters. I liked the honor and integrity the main characters showed.
Rating: 4.5 stars
Content: Clean
A SECOND CHANCE: I enjoyed this story. The main characters showed great strength in the midst of trials. And I liked how the story played out.
Rating: 4 stars
Content: Clean - infidelity
BRAELYNN’S BLIND DATE: I loved this story! It had great characters, was well-written, and I liked the art element to the story.
Rating: 5 stars
Content: Clean
BIANCA’S HOPE: I really enjoyed this story. I would never want to face the difficult circumstances Bianca faced. I enjoyed seeing the evolution of her relationship with her blind date.
Rating: 4.5 stars
Content: Clean - allusions to rape
BLIND SPOT: I loved the fairy tale aspect to this story. I am glad I didn't read the summary of this story before reading it. I feel the summary gives too much away. I enjoyed discovering some revelations through the story. But don't worry even if you did read the summary since it does not reveal all the secrets
Rating: 4.5 stars
Content: innuendo
Source: Review Copy
THE PROMISE THAT KATY DID: This was a cute story. I really liked the characters. Katy had such strength even with all the trials she faced. After reading the story, I think the title is genius.
Rating: 4.5 stars
Content: Clean
A LADY OF SENSE: This story made me smile. This story also had very likable characters. I liked the honor and integrity the main characters showed.
Rating: 4.5 stars
Content: Clean
A SECOND CHANCE: I enjoyed this story. The main characters showed great strength in the midst of trials. And I liked how the story played out.
Rating: 4 stars
Content: Clean - infidelity
BRAELYNN’S BLIND DATE: I loved this story! It had great characters, was well-written, and I liked the art element to the story.
Rating: 5 stars
Content: Clean
BIANCA’S HOPE: I really enjoyed this story. I would never want to face the difficult circumstances Bianca faced. I enjoyed seeing the evolution of her relationship with her blind date.
Rating: 4.5 stars
Content: Clean - allusions to rape
BLIND SPOT: I loved the fairy tale aspect to this story. I am glad I didn't read the summary of this story before reading it. I feel the summary gives too much away. I enjoyed discovering some revelations through the story. But don't worry even if you did read the summary since it does not reveal all the secrets
Rating: 4.5 stars
Content: innuendo
Source: Review Copy
jamiehatch4488's review
4.0
I think Sarah Eden's and Sariah Wilson's stories were my favorite. But I enjoyed all of them.
saradavcamp's review
So, there are six novellas--three historical and three contemporary. As is typical with a collection, I liked some and loved others. The good thing is that there weren't any I didn't enjoy or that I thought weren't well written. I think it's a matter of taste, then and what you prefer, but I think all six of the stories were interesting, romantic, and a good quick read. I really liked five of the six--so that's good odds. I enjoy novellas in general since they're not as time consuming. As long as you appreciate novellas, you'll enjoy this one.
aublar's review
4.0
Cute stories. “Blind date” made me think this would be contemporary romances but it was actually a mix of historical and contemporary.
dcgw's review
5.0
Refreshing
I really enjoyed these stories. They were different from the usual romance books around. They each had something unique about them and were fun to read. Thanks.
I really enjoyed these stories. They were different from the usual romance books around. They each had something unique about them and were fun to read. Thanks.
ghumpherys's review
5.0
Another fabulous anthology in the Timeless Romance collection! Since I met my husband on a blind date, I had a special connection to these stories which all feature a blind date in one way or another. I loved that three of the stories were historical (who knew you could write about a blind date in Regency England?) and three were contemporary. There was really only one story I had some suspense-of-belief issues with (I mean, really, what college graduate travels to live in a foreign country with no extra money and taking absolutely no thought ahead of time as to where she will live once she gets there?).
A couple of stories had connections to some of the author's previous works, but all worked as stand alone stories as well. A wonderful collection!
A couple of stories had connections to some of the author's previous works, but all worked as stand alone stories as well. A wonderful collection!
nicolepeck's review
4.0
The Promise That Katy Did by Annette Lyon: Cute characters and concept, setting the blind date in pioneer times in a small, rural community in Utah. I would have loved to have more from this story -- more development, more time for Katy and Barry to develop their relationship and get to know them, and more of the back story about Sue Ellen and Heinz. I really enjoy these anthologies for a quick read.
A Lady of Sense by Sarah M. Eden: I loved this regency short story. Sarah Eden really does regency well. Her characters were entertaining and well developed in a few short chapters. I loved their interactions with each other, the humor they shared, and how they resolved their situation to work in their favor. A 5-star short story for sure!!!
A Second Chance by Heather B. Moore: A great short story. I really loved the characters of Max and Virginia, as well as her friend Milly. I would have loved to read this one as a longer story because of how much I enjoyed the characters, their first meeting, and how things developed. I definitely could see this one come together as a longer book. Interesting setting and so much potential for more. That's a good sign, when a story leaves you wanting more of the characters.
Braelynn's Blind Date by Victoria E. Lieske: A cute modern-day blind date story, with a little twist. I enjoyed the characters. They were well developed and had great interactions with each other as their story unfolded. I loved the Fizzy Swig soda company! I wanted to try (some - ha ha) of their drinks. Nathan's sculptures sounded so intriguing and beautiful and unique, that I definitely wanted to see what those would look like! It had a bit of a cheesy ending, but it was still a fun and thoroughly enjoyable read.
Bianca's Hope by Rachel Branton: Cute short story! I did feel like I was missing some of the back story, though, even though the story did a good job of covering the characters' current situation (under the title, it did mention it was a "Lucy's House novella"). This is another one I could see being developed into a longer story. I liked the changing perspective between Bianca and Stephen, and how Stephen worked to resolve Bianca's situation and their beginnings of more of a relationship. I also would love to see Bianca's pottery. It sounded so beautiful!
Blind Spot by Sariah Wilson: This one definitely gets 5 stars from me. I laughed out loud more than once while reading this story. Ria's actions, comments, and thoughts were just hilarious. The concept of being so obsessed with "getting the fairy tale" could have gone horribly wrong and been cheesy, but it was fun, entertaining, and funny. It was predictable, but I didn't mind because the journey was so much fun! This one left me wanting more! I wasn't through enjoying it! I am definitely going to be looking for more books from this author.
Overall, I really enjoyed this anthology. I read it faster than any of the others in the series. The stories were quick, entertaining, and fun. I always enjoy the anthologies in this series, but this one is probably one of my favorites!
***I received a copy of this book for free from one of the authors in exchange for my honest review.***
A Lady of Sense by Sarah M. Eden: I loved this regency short story. Sarah Eden really does regency well. Her characters were entertaining and well developed in a few short chapters. I loved their interactions with each other, the humor they shared, and how they resolved their situation to work in their favor. A 5-star short story for sure!!!
A Second Chance by Heather B. Moore: A great short story. I really loved the characters of Max and Virginia, as well as her friend Milly. I would have loved to read this one as a longer story because of how much I enjoyed the characters, their first meeting, and how things developed. I definitely could see this one come together as a longer book. Interesting setting and so much potential for more. That's a good sign, when a story leaves you wanting more of the characters.
Braelynn's Blind Date by Victoria E. Lieske: A cute modern-day blind date story, with a little twist. I enjoyed the characters. They were well developed and had great interactions with each other as their story unfolded. I loved the Fizzy Swig soda company! I wanted to try (some - ha ha) of their drinks. Nathan's sculptures sounded so intriguing and beautiful and unique, that I definitely wanted to see what those would look like! It had a bit of a cheesy ending, but it was still a fun and thoroughly enjoyable read.
Bianca's Hope by Rachel Branton: Cute short story! I did feel like I was missing some of the back story, though, even though the story did a good job of covering the characters' current situation (under the title, it did mention it was a "Lucy's House novella"). This is another one I could see being developed into a longer story. I liked the changing perspective between Bianca and Stephen, and how Stephen worked to resolve Bianca's situation and their beginnings of more of a relationship. I also would love to see Bianca's pottery. It sounded so beautiful!
Blind Spot by Sariah Wilson: This one definitely gets 5 stars from me. I laughed out loud more than once while reading this story. Ria's actions, comments, and thoughts were just hilarious. The concept of being so obsessed with "getting the fairy tale" could have gone horribly wrong and been cheesy, but it was fun, entertaining, and funny. It was predictable, but I didn't mind because the journey was so much fun! This one left me wanting more! I wasn't through enjoying it! I am definitely going to be looking for more books from this author.
Overall, I really enjoyed this anthology. I read it faster than any of the others in the series. The stories were quick, entertaining, and fun. I always enjoy the anthologies in this series, but this one is probably one of my favorites!
***I received a copy of this book for free from one of the authors in exchange for my honest review.***
mcorinne's review
2.0
I cannot in good conscience recommend this anthology to anyone. The only short story worth reading was Sarah M. Eden's. The other short stories were all problematic. And yet I read all of them. Please don't judge me. I blame the coronavirus.
More...