3 stars

I have mixed feelings about this book.

Florence is a bookworm that has been diagnosed with OCD. Under her parent's suggestions, Florence is forced to go to therapy or a "love coach" in which the Wish List was born. The wish list is a list of qualities she would like in a partner.

In the beginning, I couldn't really get into the book, then around 20% in it really picked up however, in my opinion, it kind of fell flat again. I almost DNF so many times, I found the storyline predictable. There were a few chapters I felt I skimmed over, I actually had to consciously stop myself and force myself to reread parts.
That being said, on the plus side I loved the characters, they were funny, witty, and unique. There were some really funny moments throughout the book which reflects the 3-star rating,

Overall, I am glad I read this book, however, I won't be rereading.

Thank you to HQ and netgalley for a copy of this e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

Sometimes all you need is a beautiful love story to help you escape reality, and The Wish List delivers the perfect escapist read.

Florence Fairfax is 32. She adores her job in a Chelsea bookshop, she lives with her two half-sisters, and she keeps her life safe by counting - even numbers of things are good, odd not so much.

She tries to convince herself that she doesn't need love, after all, you can't miss what you've never had. But her step-mum Patricia thinks otherwise and arranges an appointment with a love coach. She's asked to make a wish list of all the traits she would like in a partner. Whilst Florence doesn't believe in the wish list, she is astounded when a handsome customer approaches her in the bookshop - Rory appears to tick every item on her list. They begin dating and things seem to be going well. But when her boss's nephew Zach comes to help save the bookshop from closure, she begins to have doubts. She can be herself with Zach in a way she has never been able to before. He gently questions her relationship and is supportive of her dream of writing a children's book. It's clear to us that he adores her and I was rooting for Florence to put herself first and live her best life.

When Rory reveals a cruel side, and when he cheats on her on a stag do, she finally kicks him to the kerb. But is it too late for her to tell Zach how she really feels? He's going away travelling, and she makes a mad dash to the airport to declare her feelings. Does she make it? Do they find their happy ending? Read it and find out, you won't be disappointed.

I adored Florence, she was a brilliant character and I would love to read more about her journey into self-love and happiness.

This is a lovely light hearted story that made me laugh out loud . I loved it. Highly recommended. Dont miss it

Loved this story of Florence and her two sisters. One getting married and turning into bridezilla, the other an upcoming model and then Flo who loves routines, order, lists, her cat Marmalade and cheese and tomato sandwiches. Flo has never had a boyfriend but feels her life would be better if she did. After interference from her step mum Pat who books her in to see a love coach. Flo agrees as long as her lack of a relationship is a no discussion topic. The love coach lovessss Pink.and gets Flo to write a list of her wants in a man. There are lots happening at the bookshop where she works, the appearance of the owners nephew Zack, the owner Norris who’s worrying about the rent rise and a customer who asks her out. Fantastic sex, a bum like James Bond what more could she ask for.?.
However a boyfriend isn’t everything it’s cracked up to be.
Definitely a fab read, once started you won’t want to put it down

A lovely light hearted read! We meet Florence who is single, she has a step mum who wants to marry her off so she tells her about a lady who if you create a wish list for your perfect partner it comes true! We go on a journey with Flo and her two sisters of weddings, politics and books.
Its a great story with laugh out loud moments. Would definitely recommend!

The Wish List follows Florence who is in her 30s and lives with her two half sisters. Neither of whom are anything like her. After graduating from Edinburgh University Florence found a job in an independent book shop which she adores, but she has hopes of becoming a children's author one day. 

We learn quite early on that Florence likes her routine and things to be in order. She also feels the need to count things, often coming to a conclusion on what will happen next based on the number she gets to in her counting. This is never addressed formally but I think reading it suggests certain things which may be helpful for those going through similar or others to understand more. 

While Florence has no interest in men (other than her 17 year old cat Marmalade), her half sisters are interested in men. One is a model who is constantly seeing different men and loves the attention while the other is about to get married, although Florence is not sure what it is she sees in her future husband (just the good job so plenty money?). 

With Florence being the odd one out (yet again) in terms of boyfriends her Step-Mum Patricia is determined to help Florence find a man. While out for dinner she mentions the fact that she saw an advert for a love specialist and nags Florence until she agrees to see her. This woman encourages Florence to make a list of what she wants from a man so that the universe can provide it. However, are these things really what Florence wants or needs? 

I really enjoyed this book and found it to be a really good insight into focusing too much on what other people want from you rather than what you want from life, something I think we can all be guilty of sometimes? 

This is the perfect summer read and would be wonderful to enjoy while lying on the beach (we can dream right?). While there are some sad parts (I definitely cried A LOT at one point) the book has more of a fun feel than some others I have read recently, think modern day Bridget Jones?

A fun book to read. The main setting is an old fashioned bookshop which always captures most readers hearts. I loved the relationships between Florence and her half sisters - you think there are issues between them but they really have a bond of love there too. The love coach is totally bonkers but makes you smile. Although the romance side is predictable, the storyline flows well.

This was a fun book.

Characters that were relatable and likeable - even the ones that are there purely to be laughed at.

Florence Fairfax is single, in her 30's, living with her sisters and Marmalade, working in a job that she loves and is fairly happy with her lot in life.

Until one of her sisters announces that she is getting married and then Flo's step-mum begins to lament about Flo's lack of suitors. This ends with Flo agreeing to go and see a relationship therapist with the proviso that her family are never to bring the subject up again.

Although highly predictable, the journey that Flo goes on is so well written. All of the characters are well rounded and none of them are superfluous.

A highly recommended bit of escapism that is very well written.

I absolutely love Sophia Money-Coutts, she truly is this generation's Jilly Cooper. I've adored her previous two books, and The Wish List was every bit as good; I read it in one setting and I truly didn't want it to end. Please write more books, Sophia!

This is a fun rom/com with some excellent characters and running jokes. The best being "COWABUNGA". I wonder if videos could be used as bribes in the future?? The book started well but for some reason it lost momentum half way through and was less original.
However, I did enjoy it and would recommend it. Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.

This is a wonderful story with the characters making you smile.
It just rolled along and was finished far too soon.
A great holiday read.

A book to lift your mood.

The perfect balance of humour, love and friendship.

All helped along with the perfect cast of characters. Each one bringing a different element and amount of depth to the story.

The three sisters together were the highlight for me, Flo, Mia and Ruby couldn't be any more different but their sense of family loyalty shone through.

Highly recommended.

I enjoyed this book so much! I was literally laughing out loud at points, and had to read lines out to my boyfriend to show him what was so funny. The characters were eccentric enough to be entertaining but still maintained a realism where you felt like you connected to them. I’m sad I’ve finished this book, and can’t wait to purchase it for other people to enjoy the experience!

Thank you to Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book.

It was an enjoyable read, I very much liked the main character of Florence and felt she was a very well rounded and relatable protagonist. I enjoyed her relationship with her sisters and step-mother, for once it was refreshing to have a step-mother who wasn't the wicked witch of the west!

I found parts of the book a little too over the top, Rory and Gwendoline become too caricature like to be believable and felt somewhat separate from the rest of the book.

As much as I liked the story I did feel it was rather too predictable to keep me on my toes or reading through the night but I did enjoy it.

Another new author for me.

This is the story of 32 year old Florence who has never had a proper boyfriend. Her stepmother sets her up for a series of sessions with a Harley Street love councellor who encourages her to make a wish list of her ideal man.

Her 'ideal man' comes along and we witness how the relationship progresses.

This book is so funny, full of witty one liners and great characters. I found I could picture every person and every location. The sex scenes would be bordering on erotica if they weren't so damn funny. I really didn't want to put this book down. The Wish List is hilarious and needs to go on your book wish list.

A different romance story, but I could equate with Florence’s counting and consequences games. Eventually getting the right man after having a boyfriend who was totally wrong for her. A pleasant read

Oh, how I enjoyed this book! Florence is such a wonderful character, who reminds me so much of Miranda (Hart) from the telly. So many of the escapades she gets into are so funny and well written. I just couldn't wait to turn the page to see what was going to happen next - in fact, my husband had to tell me to put my Kindle down almost every night as it was really late and I hadn't realised the time again!!

The concept is a great one - write a list of all you would like in a boyfriend and wait for him to turn up. However, when Florence finds one that ticks off a great number of the items on her list, this doesn't necessarily mean she is going to float off into the sunset with him..... I have to say that I did guess some of what ended up happening but that didn't spoil by enjoyment of the book at all. I just wanted to keep reading to see if I was right and how it was actually going to happen.

If you are looking for a great feel-good, uplifting, funny and thoroughly enjoyable read, you won't go far wrong with this one. I can highly recommend it.

Thank you to Net Galley and the publishers for allowing me to read this book in return for an honest review, which is genuinely what I have given.

I requested this title from NetGalley as I fancied something different from the usual genre I usually read. It made me laugh and was a light-hearted read , just what I needed. If you're looking for an amusing read, then this is the one for you.

Loved this book. Heart warming & even made me cry at one point. I’d recommend this book to anyone wanting a nice quick feel good read.

I loved this!!
Relatable characters, and Florence was just brilliant. Easy to imagine being friends with her and her brilliantly written sisters. Love interest that made me cringe and the ups and downs of new relationships. So funny.
Sexy, humorous, and poignant. Highly recommended.