Unfortunately I was unable to get in to this story and had to put it down, however, I'm sure it is a highly loved book and appreciated by the right readers.

Unfortunately I couldn't finish this book. I got to 20% but it is just too repetitive and not engaging enough. I had high hopes for this with its link to the 80s but it just seems to struggle to get going,

This book is exactly what it says on the tin! It borrows from all the John Hughes movies of the 80’s and that is no bad thing. Girl thinks she not good enough, crushes on local big shot, confides to best friend who crushes in her, has a makeover and magic happens. It’s ok. I somehow wanted....more....you know what’s going to happen before it happens, it just felt a bit one dimensional.....

Cara Dunham, like many women of a certain age, lives in hope that her life will be like a John Hughes film. But now in her thirties, she's a little old for high school angst and proms. But she still hopes her Blane or John Bender will turn up one day. When a ball/class reunion is planned and she discovers her high school crush will be there she's determined that she will be Molly for at least one night so enlists her best friend Stubbs to help her channel her inner princess. But he thinks she's looking so hard for her perfect movie moment that she might be missing the happy ever after that has been there for her all the time.

This is a funny and nostalgic story perfect for those women of a certain age who remember and still hark after their Some Kind of Wonderful or Pretty In Pink moment. Cara and Stubbs make a very likeable pair of protagonists who you will root for from page one. Is it realistic? Well of course not, if you want realism you took a wrong turn somewhere. Back to true crime with you. Is it a wonderfully happy story that will leave you with a cheesy grin? YES! Here is your happy place, sit down grab a cuppa or glass of something cold and refreshing (make sure you have biccies/chocolates...or both to hand) and enjoy this cheesy but delightful romance.

This was a fab easy read - although a tad predictable from the start it didn’t detract from the overall story or the message it was sending.

Cara still works in the shop she worked in as a teenager although no one rents DVDs anymore. She is tired of being unnoticed and wants her ‘moment’ like they do in the romantic films she favours.

I loved the references to the John Hughes’ films and totally get why Cara was so hung up on them - they kind of just make you sigh out loud in that contented way and that’s what this book was like for me too. I could actually imagine this book as a movie.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an advance read copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

The perfect “cosy night” book..

This book had me laughing from the first chapter.
Especially Cara, our hilarious, socially awkward heroine. She was at times laugh out loud funny yet had so many insecurities. I really felt it was easy to identify with her.
Her friendship with Verity and also Liv were both cute little additions that allowed Cara’s less awkward side to shine through.

I loved the dates with Stubbs, who was charming and genuine. His patience and absolute trust in Cara’s “genius” ideas make him easy to like. Their backstory was adorable and the little reveal at the end, although slightly expected was heartwarming.

The 80s, Pretty In Pink, The Breakfast Club etc references were a great idea and tied in with the story perfectly.

There was enough side story, with the shop closing and even “The Cardigan” to keep it interesting and I genuinely couldn’t put the book down.

This would be the perfect novel to take on holiday or for those cosy nights where you just want to snuggle into the duvet and lose yourself in something cute, funny and romantic.

I will definitely read more of this authors work and would thoroughly recommend this story.

I received a copy of this book from HQ Digital via NetGalley but this has in no way influenced my review or opinions.

Cara was a likeable character, she was a bit stuck in the past, but she had a certain charm that I liked. Stubbs was a great character, I liked him a lot. I could imagine him being one of my friends. The additions of Divvy – sorry, Dave – and April weren’t really anything special for me though. I understand that April plays a big part in Cara’s life, especially in the past, but she wasn’t anything special. I would never have guessed that she was helping Stubbs in the way she was so that was a surprise.

I liked the references to numerous 80’s and 90’s references, being a child in the 90’s I understood it all – which was a delight! I can’t say I’ve watched all of the films mentioned but I’m planning on it!! I can remember watching The Breakfast Club but not for a very long time. The bands mentioned I know off, and am a fan so that’s always a big bonus!!!! I was able to picture some of the places mentioned, being a regular visitor to the area.

The writing style was easy to read, and matched the book perfectly. There wasn’t any ridiculous long paragraphs, or chapters, that would have put anyone looking for an easy read off from picking this up. It’s definitely a mini walk down memory lane for people who grew up in the 1980s.

My Rating: With likeable characters, a storyline that flowed well with a light-hearted theme. Superb for people who grew up in the 80’s. I’m giving this big a very strong 4/5.

I am not going to be reviewing this book, but thank you for the approval.

Firstly a thank you to NetGalley and Carina for a ARC in exchange for an honest review which I am more then happy to give.

This is the first book that I have ready by Liz Tippling and I must admit that I was a little disappointed. Don't forget about me had a lovely cover but the story Itself was just lacking what I typically expect from a book of this genre.

The main Character was relatable but I didn't warn to her as much as I would have liked to.

An enjoyable, predictable read.