Summer in Paradise Valley by Angela Britnell

I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Choc Lit and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Blurb

Lyndsey Carne likes her job. What she definitely doesn’t like is relaxing or entertaining silly things like romance.

So when her mother begs Lyndsey to travel to Tennessee to help her sister Becca, who’s just given birth and whose music star husband is about to go on tour, she finds the idea absurd.

But Lyndsey agrees to fly over for a couple of weeks. That should be plenty of time to help out her sister . . .

She’s met in Paradise Valley by her brother-in-law’s grizzly friend Griffin. Her immediate attraction to him turns her world upside down. He’s the polar opposite of her Type A personality . . .

But Lyndsey has her work cut out for her when she arrives at her sister’s chaotic home. And Becca is too proud to accept Lyndsey’s help.

Lyndsey struggles to stay away from the irresistible Griff. But it’s just a fling and that’s all it can ever be. Or so she tells herself . . .

Can she help her sister and perhaps herself, or will her trip to Paradise Valley end with a packed bag and a flight home?

My Opinion

Summer in Paradise Valley was such a lovely book. Lyndsey travels to Tennessee to help out her sister and ends up finding more than she expected. I really enjoyed reading about all of the characters. Another enjoyable read by Angela Britnell.

Rating 4/5

Actually 3.5⭐️

This was a sweet story that I enjoyed overall. While the dialogue didn't always flow naturally/fit the scene, I still would recommend this to others.

This was a really cute, although predictable read! I really enjoyed it! Thanks netgalley for sending this to me!

Angela Britnell's *Summer in Paradise Valley* is a delightful transatlantic romance that transports readers from the rugged coast of Cornwall to the vibrant heart of Tennessee. The novel, rich with vivid settings and engaging characters, explores themes of family, self-discovery, and the unpredictability of love.

Britnell skilfully portrays the chaos of Becca’s life with a newborn and a touring husband, contrasting it with Lyndsey’s initially rigid worldview. As Lyndsey grapples with her sister's resistance to help, she also faces her own emotional barriers. The character development in the novel is both realistic and heart-warming, making readers root for Lyndsey as she learns to navigate her new reality.

Britnell’s writing is crisp and engaging, with just the right amount of humour and poignancy. Her portrayal of the picturesque Paradise Valley and the cultural nuances of Tennessee enrich the reading experience, making it easy to visualise and immerse oneself in the story.

Summer in Paradise Valley
Angela Britnell

4.5 Stars



Thank you NetGalley and Publisher for my copy of Summer in Paradise Valley by Angela Britnell. I have not received any rewards or compensation for this review and therefore all views and opinions are of my own, the reviewer.

In summary: Love at first sight romance.

This is my first Angela Britnell book, and I have to say I actually enjoyed it.The characters were well developed, I felt invested in those characters and there was a good payoff at the end. I never felt bored reading the story and it flowed very well. The romance was believable.

Lyndsey is a workaholic. She also has OCD where everything has to be in its place. But she really wants to find love. Her sister Becca who lives in Tennessee needs her help. So she sets out to go and help ber. Becca is a new mum, her husband is also a country music star. Once there Lyndsey meets a man that makes her heart flutter. Which had something she hasn't felt for a long time. Could this be the escape that she needs to kick start her life.

From England to Tennessee this romance had me hooked! I loved this so much! I need more romance like this in my life. 100% a must read for Romance lovers!
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This was a good story, I really enjoyed it. I liked how Lyndsey and Becca mended their relationship and how Lyndsey evolved into a better version of herself during her time in Tennessee. Griff was an added bonus to Lyndsey’s journey, they helped each other to deal with their baggage from the past while falling in love with each other.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me a copy of the book.

Angela Britnell is one of my new favorite authors. Her new book Summer in Paradise Valley was wonderful. You will fall in love with all the characters. Happy reading.

**I received an ARC of this book courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely**

I wasn't sure I was going to like that as I tend to have a desire to mostly read stories that are set in places that I am familiar with. I was pleasantly surprised, however and I really enjoyed this story.

I was inspired by Griff and his stained glass. Think I might even have a go at it myself, such was the inspiration!

I identified with Lyndsey as I am an organised type. It gave me food for thought about how my obsession with being organised might be perceived by others.

Thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for the ARC to review. All opinions are my own.

I was very pleasantly surprised with the novel. It grabbed me from the first page and drew me. The characters are shown in a very rounded way. The good, the not so good and contained plenty of nuances to keep the reader happy. It was obviously a love story but also dealt with complicated family relationships and how they can be restored with the determination to finally sort out misunderstandings and past mistakes. It also showed that love doesn't mean giving up on your dreams and dumbing down who you are for another person. I will look out for further work from the author.

Lyndsey Carne is a workaholic and a perfectionist. She likes things tidy, and everything has its place around her. Lindsay must figure out how to break free of her control and let love in. She is asked by her mother to fly out to Tennessee to help her sister Becca out. Becca is a new mom with a country star husband leaving for a long tour. Lyndsey is hesitant at first, but her mom guilts her into going anyway.

Once Lindsey arrives at the airport, she is greeted by a man who quickly makes her heart flutter. This man is a friend of Becca’s husband. Becca and Lyndsey weren’t very close for reasons of their past. Lyndsey tries to help Becca but is too honorary to accept any help. Lyndsey is continuously flustered by the family friend named Griff who picked her up from the airport. Does she allow him to get to know her? Does she find love? Does she find common ground with her sister? Hmm…

This book is full of life lessons and allows love to conquer all. I couldn’t stop thinking about how much of my past takes hold of me. It teaches us to let go of our anger or sadness and forgive to move forward in life. Some relationships are worth mending if we just get over ourselves and find a common ground. Even the grumpiest of them all deserve love and happiness. It’s never too late to ask for forgiveness or let someone ask for it.

Love should always drive us to do good for others and for ourselves. Allowing love to take hold is worth it. At the end of the day if we don’t take a chance on love then we might be missing out on something unique. Don’t let regret be the reason you don’t find love and friendship in life.

Nice easy read. Bit predictable but very enjoyable. Lovely to see sibling rivalries gradually overcome. Would recommend this book

A lovely quick read, full of fun and romance and who doesn't like a bit of romance in a book. A new author that I hadn't heard of but, will look out for in the future. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

I enjoyed this quick and lighthearted read! It was the perfect summer romance. I was able to immerse myself in the story and connect with the characters, it had just the right amount of realistic conflict with a good resolution. I will definitely pick up another book by this author!

this was such a lovely summer romance! i loved the complexity of lyndsey’s family and her navigating and resolving her and becca’s strained relationship. i found the time jumps a little confusing at times so i had to go back and reread a few pages as i felt like i had missed things. griff and lyndsey were infuriating at times but i liked that they remained a strong support system for becca and theo regardless of their own relationship. a comforting and happy small town read!

I liked the story and the setting, felt the characters a bit stiff and the dialogue not flowing.
It's enjoyable.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Absolutely loved this book. This is the first book I have read by Angela Britnell and it didn’t disappoint. I soon settled into the fabulous atmosphere of Paradise Valley, what a wonderful place to live. Characters were spot on and I reached for millionaire shortbread on more than one occasion while reading this novel. Easy to read and easy to get into. As a lover of Cornwall and Cornish Pasties there was plenty of nostalgia there too. The storyline made me appreciate my own siblings just that little bit more. Highly recommend this fabulous read. Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity.

Lovely heartwarming easy to read novel, Some parts of the book I found abruptly finished then the story picked up some weeks down the line, then going over some parts. But overall I enjoyed this quick read.

Summer in Paradise Valley is a cute romance story about relationships between family, friends, siblings and neighbors.

Lyndsey travels to Tennessee to help her sister Becca, who recently had a baby girl, because her musician husband is going on tour for a couple of months. Lyndsey meets Griff and sparks fly. Is it a fling or something more?

I loved the characters and storylines. My one complaint is that I wished some of the storylines were developed more.

To find out what happens get your copy when it releases on August 22, 2023.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC book.