Review: The perfect Hostess
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 08 29, 2012
If you've ever dreamed of owning your own quaint little guesthouse out in the sticks, of being the perfect hostess or just being an independent woman then this could be right up your street. Admittedly, more focus could have been placed on the hardships faced running and business during an economic crisis, whilst also being a single parent, but the book is escapism at its best. The idyllic setting and country folk no nonsense attitude gives the story a familiar cosy feeling, while the large volume of characters suggests style similar to Fiona Walker.Jo, the main character, is a strong and worthy heroine. Her romance with John, who flits in and out of the story, would have benefitted from more detail, but it is a slow burner that enjoyably simmers in the background until the climax - look out for the funny scene in which Jo's complicated love life comes to a head, it's sure to have you chuckling. A few genuine shocks crop up along the way, a refreshing step away from the usual predictable twists, which helps to make the book a genuine feel-good read that emphasizes the fact that you can succeed at anything that you put your mind to.Reviewed by Charlotte Foreman on behalf of BestChickLit.com.