Unfortunately I didn't finish this book. I'm usually a fan but didn't like this style of writing, what I read of the story felt vague & generic.

I've read many of Sheila O'Flanagan's books over the years but have to say that this wasn't my favourite. It was ok, just a bit slow moving and fell a bit flat for me, the ending seems to tease at a possible sequel but if I'm honest, if there was, I'm not sure I cared enough about the characters to read it.

My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

This is a book I read in one day as I had to know what happened! It starts with our heroine Izzy is in the Caribbean, on what was supposed to be her honeymoon with her couson Celeste. Whilst there she meets Charles Miller, an author with whom she has an attraction.

However Charles has an ever present ex wife at home who is also his agent - will the path of true love run smoothly?

An easy read novel that would be an ideal holiday read. A glimpse into the literary world with likeable characters you could imagine going for a drink or meal with

I wasn’t overwhelmed by this story, until almost half way through I found it a little slow and didn’t really enjoy the character’s personalities.
I did enjoy the second half a little more but was still expecting a little more anticipation before the next chapter. I don’t think it was necessarily the story, but just not enough excitement for me!

Two women leading completely different lives find their worlds collide… Iseult (Izzy) a customs officer has a wedding planned in white sands until her fiancé cancels it. Ariel a book agent - her divorce is not finalised and she thinks they may get back together.

A chance encounter when Izzy meets Charles (#theperfectman) in the Caribbean on what should have been her wedding week. A love story unfurls. The age gap doesn’t bother them - but it does bother Ariel and Izzy’s mum! Everyone’s concerned she’s on the rebound - but is she!? It doesn’t help when the ex-wife works in the mews in the garden!!

Blurred lines and unfinished business. This book keeps you on your toes!

Perfect read for those who enjoy:
- Beach reads
- Romance
- Heartache and heartbreak fiction

With thanks to Headline and NetGalley for an ARC copy in return for an honest review.

Dumped just before the wedding and going on honeymoon with your cousin instead of the groom.
The last thing expected is to find romance. Let alone it to continue when you get home.
Meshing two lives with a 20 year age gap, a glittering literary career and working shifts in the customs department takes work.
Not quite ex wife is still Charles agent and has offices in the mews at the end of the garden.
Boundaries, respect and love mixed together for fun, heartache and confusion. Will it be happy ever after or more hearts broken.

As with all books by Sheila O Flanagan this was one of her best I Fell in love with this book and the characters! Was rooting for Izzy she was really relatable. It was a light hearted , Rom com easy read. I couldn’t put it down and really hope there will be a follow up!

A delightful story set in my favourite city in the world.
Izzy is a customs officer in Dublin and when her fiancée Steve ends things before their wedding in the Caribbean she decides to head off and spend her non wedding day with her cousin Celeste.
Izzy is intrigued by the man sitting in the restaurant on his own every night and when she stumbles across him on a private beach she discovers he’s a million selling Author. Charles is on a writing retreat trying to shift his writers block when Izzy suggests changing his genre, they strike up a friendship which will take them back to Dublin and their every day life.
Can Izzy slot into Charles’s world of book launches and his life with his n9t so ex ex?
I loved this book and the fact it’s set in Dublin is a real plus as I love noth8ng more than a wee trip to Dublin. I even think I r3cignise some of the shop and pubs I visit when I’m there.
Definitely a five star from me.
Thank you NetGalley for an ARC of this fabulous book.

Thoroughly enjoyed this new offering from Sheila O Flanagan. When Izzy's relationship ends..she decides she'll go on the Caribbean honeymoon anyway and takes her friend Celeste. Whilst there she meets a grumpy author - Charles and over time begins a relationship with him. Fraught with ups and downs, not least Charles' editor Ariel ( not to mention also his ex wife!) and a considerable age gap.
Well written, easy read with characters that are relatable. Loved Izzy's journey and thought the ending gave food for thought...
Highly recommend.

I enjoyed this read however I found the ending a surprise. I know it was to keep us guessing, did she go back or not. But I would have prepared to know what decision she made.

Good storyline

Good read

Izzy had been going to the Caribbean to get married to Steve..... their Honeymoon. But it's all over. She's still going though; holidaying with her cousin Celeste. Would she end up having a good time-or would she think of what might have been? Steve had said he wasn't ready for marriage. So why did he ask her then, and shatter her dreams?

Like some of my other favourite fiction authors; Erica James, and Patricia Scanlan; the book focuses on everyday family and relationship happenings, and she puts across the feelings and emotions of the characters so perfectly. She writes scenes from the different characters' points of view.

Tales of life and relationships, perfectly woven by Sheila O'Flanagan. I've read quite a few of her books and think she's a great author. This is not my most favourite of her writings; I liked and enjoyed it, but wasn't totally wowed by it. Still a nice gentle read, with a realistic pace; not rushed, yet not too drawn out; and with some unexpected and unpredictable instances.

Fell in love with this book and the characters! Was rooting for Izzy she was really relatable. It was a light hearted , Rom com easy read. I couldn’t put it down and really hope there will be a follow up!

This book was an easy read for me , as I took it on holiday I enjoyed the easy pace something I may have found less enjoyable had I not been lazing by the pool in the sunshine,

The main characters are Izzy who is sharing her honeymoon destination with her cousin instead of her new husband after being dumped just before her wedding .

Charles who is in the same resort on a writers retreat trying to get his writing mojo back .

Ariel is Charles agent and ex wife who seems to be very involved in his life.

When Izzy and Charles start a holiday romance which continues when they come home to Ireland many obstacles seem to stand in their way . I was constantly wondering if they could last the course and if they their ex partners would jeopardise their happiness.

This book was a slow burner for me but one I did enjoy and if you are a fan of romantic books you will enjoy getting to know the characters and finding out how their story ends.

I think what I loved most about this book is the chatty feel to the narrative. It was really engaging from the start and I looked forward to picking it up again to see what was happening with characters who felt like people I know. The three main characters were all very real and I loved how different they all were but so recognisable as real people. The plot itself was very enjoyable. Though the ending did leave me wondering! I also thoroughly enjoyed all the discussion of books and publishing. That was right up my alley.

I’ve read quite a few of Sheila O’Flanagan’s Books and they are always enjoyable, light reads which hold my attention.
“The Honeymoon Affair”was this sort of book with an interesting cast of characters, some of whom are rather self obsessed, including Charles, the romantic lead.
Izzy and her cousin, Celeste, decide to use Izzy’s honeymoon holiday after her fiancé, Steve, unceremoniously dumps her just before their wedding. Whilst in the Caribbean she meets Charles Miller, a well known author, who is trying to get rid of his writer’s block and complete his latest novel. Izzy inspires him after a rocky start and when they both return home to Dublin surprisingly their relationship continues
.However Ariel, Charles’s agent and ex wife still has a close relationship with him and this makes Izzy’s life difficult.
The author tells the story from both Izzy’s and Ariel’s point of view so the reader feels a lot of sympathy for both of them. Charles himself seems more concerned about his books and writing with little empathy for the women in his life. I did feel particularly sorry for Ariel as she seemed to be willing to do anything for her ex despite his treatment of her.
Despite these obstacles, Izzy and Charles continue their relationship but which woman will prevail in the end? And more to the point is he even worth the effort?
This was a quick, romantic read which I skipped through in a few days. It was quite a slow start but as the book progressed it became more fast paced. I liked the characters, particularly Izzy, who seemed a well balanced and competent person, with a responsible job working for the customs service, much more down to earth than Charles’s literary existence.
The author has obviously drawn on her knowledge of the publishing industry which is a major part of the background in this book. This made for a reasonably entertaining setting. although the customs service aspect was actually slightly more interesting as I knew very little about this subject!
If you like light romantic reads “The Honeymoon Affair” is definitely worth a punt.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for my advance copy.

One of my favourite authors so thank you! This book flowed really well and the characters were so relatable, perfect beach or holiday read, 5 stars from me

Thank you SO much to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

I absolutely loved this!! Such great characters and a great storyline.

My full review is to follow in a few days.....

Really enjoyed this book. Liked the characters and it flowed well maybe not my favourite by this author but still thoroughly enjoyable.

A very typical, readable Sheila O'Flanagan novel. An ideal holiday or beach read. The main characters; newly jilted Izzy, darkly brooding older man Charles and his ex but not divorced wife/agent Ariel are beautifully written and bounce off each other throughout the book as they develop.
I enjoyed the book immensely especially the fact that due to the many twists I didn't guess how it was going to end! My only criticism was all the hashtags. I hated all the hashtags!!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy. All opinions are my own.