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  1. kp0719
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A December Bride
    December 7, 2013
    kp0719
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    A December Bride is the latest novella by Denise Hunter. This is a fun, easy-to-read-story, like only Denise Hunter can write!

    Former friends, Layla O'Reilly and Seth Murphy, find themselves in a circumstance where they must pretend they are engaged. Layla needs time to land a new job and Seth (who has been secretly in love with Layla for years) needs time to convince her of his love!

    Hang on for this ride as these friends discover each other again and learn so much more.

    I received this book from Thomas Nelson in exchange for my unbiased review
  2. Maan
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    A light, heartwarming read
    September 5, 2014
    Maan
    Quality: 4
    Value: 4
    Meets Expectations: 3
    This is a refreshing read if you want something short, light, and pleasantly romantic. What comes as a bonus is the Christmas setting, which we know is coming sooner than we think!

    Layla O'Reilly, our heroine, is about to attend the wedding of the year: her cousin and ex-fiance's. To say she avoided it like plaque is an understatement. As luck would have it, Seth Murphy, her ex-fiance's bestfriend and just another person she has vowed to not have anything to do with, comes to her rescue - the same Seth who has also been secretly in love with her for years.

    In a sudden twist of events, the civil date leads them to accidentally announce their own faux engagement! Failing to clarify their mistake, they are "forced" to act as if they were lovers soon to get married. You have to read the book to know the things they have to do to go through the fake engagement, and you have to read it to know how everything eventually falls into place!

    There are several things I like about this book. First is how everything is written in a "wholesome" manner, which proves that a romantic story doesn't need to be about sex. Second, I really like Seth's character, which I find to be the most developed one. Finally, as a Christmas-junkie, I love the holiday sceneries Denise Hunter sets up as backdrop to the romantic scenes.

    However, if you're looking for an intellectually-stimulating book, this may not be for you. Like what I said, it is a light read. If you don't want cliche romantic plots and characters (like Layla's scheming cousin), you might want to try something else. Finally, if you're looking for something more theologically-heavy, this may not help you as it only subtly touches the subject of faith.

    Overall, if what you're looking for is a refreshing, romantic, and heartwarming experience that you can read in one sitting, A December Bride definitely is for you!

    Disclosure: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLook Bloggers review program. I was not required to write a positive review, and all opinions I have expressed are my own.
  3. Heidi
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    Great chemistry between main characters
    February 21, 2014
    Heidi
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    Quality: 4
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 4
    Wow, the chemistry and tension is great in this sweet novella! It was nice to read from both characters' perspective. Layla does have a strong/stubborn personality, and it was a nice moment when she released the hurt and blame she was harboring towards Seth. Their interactions and dialogue were fun and witty. The predicament was a little contrived, but it was easy to look beyond that since the author made it so fun. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that the beginning is kind of choppy and disjointed, and Layla's bitter thoughts became repetitive, but the story smooths out later on, and Seth's perspective was much more compelling.
  4. Rambling Reader
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    Short, Light-hearted Read
    February 8, 2014
    Rambling Reader
    Quality: 4
    Value: 4
    Meets Expectations: 4
    Because I have enjoyed many of Denise Hunter's books, I decided to begin the "A Year of Weddings Novella" series by reading her contribution to the twelve novellas collection, "A December Bride." Novellas can sometimes be disappointing to read because they lack character development and depth, but "A December Bride" examines the past of the two main characters Layla and Seth. Both Layla and Seth have been hurt in the past and face their share of uncertainties and insecurities. Set in Chapel Springs, readers of Denise Hunter's "Barefoot Summer will remember Layla as the sister of Beckett O'Reilly. Although her recent past is shared in "A December Bride," readers will have a more thorough understanding of her childhood and family background if they have read "Barefoot Summer." When Layla finds herself "accidentally" engaged to Seth, the scene is set for a light and sweet romantic novella. While having to spend more time together by staging Seth's house during the Christmas season, Layla and Seth have the opportunity to confront a misunderstanding from their past and begin building a new relationship. In many ways, it reads like a satisfying seasonal Hallmark movie.

    "A December Bride" is a short, light-hearted read that is perfect for a winter day. With authors like Denise Hunter, Rachel Hauck, and Meg Moseley, "A Year of Weddings Novellas" series offers a promising collection of short stories.

    I received a complimentary e-copy of this book from BookSneeze. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed above are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255 "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
  5. Shanna
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    An Enjoyable Read
    February 5, 2014
    Shanna
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    Quality: 4
    Value: 3
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Layla O'Reilly is a home stager who is trying to get her business off the ground. After she attends a wedding with Seth Murphy, she finds herself right in the middle of an engagement--a fake engagement that is. Under normal circumstances Layla would have set things straight on the spot, but suddenly she needs to maintain this facade. Across the back drop of Christmas she uses the moment of staging Seth's house for Christmas to find her balance.

    I found this book to be a nice diversion during my child's afternoon nap. It is a Novella that is part of a series, but I think it does well to develop the characters in the story for the time they are with you. There is a lot of humor and sweetness to be found in these pages; it sort of read like a script from a Hallmark Movie Channel. This is not a deep thinking book; its a purely read for enjoyment book. If you are looking for deep theological overlay to the story then I would look elsewhere, however I would recommend it for those looking to be entertained for an hour or two.
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