Wow a great read!
I have just finished reading New Home (Bramble Wood's Royal Tea Shop Book 1)
By Ivy Ruthven
4 stars ****
Book Description
As if there wasn’t enough struggle in Olivia’s riches-to-rags life already, a mysterious boy has taken up stalking her. Even though she tries to avoid him, he is always there to save the day. It wouldn’t be as bad if he didn’t make her heart race every time she was near him. When sixteen-year-old Olivia Buchannan’s father dies suddenly, her life is thrown into chaos. She is torn from the high society world of Edinburgh and her beloved Academy to go live in a small town in Pennsylvania where her mother grew up. Life is not the same anymore, but it’s turning into one heck of an adventure. Discover the wonderful world of Bramble Wood’s Royal Tea Shop where romance, delectable pastries and hot tea are served up every day. This is a sweet and clean YA contemporary romance series that can be enjoyed by teens and adults alike!
My Review
4 Stars ****
This story is wrote in first person, not everyone's cup of tea but the way that the author as weaved the words of this book it certainly makes for a good read. The description was clear and made me feel like I was actually there watching the story play out in my mind.
I have to say I was engaged within the story right from the start. It begins right in the middle of the action, but don't worry it is easy to understand and follow. Character development starts from the first page and within the first chapter I had already gained feelings of hate for Uncle Kevin. Oliva gives of the impression of an headstrong girl, with her own mind and a strong character while her mother is the opposite, she seems weaker, someone who walks in the shadows of others. James Oliva's brother is the typical younger sibling, yet he as an air of mystery about him. Someone who keeps his problems and feelings to himself causing an explosion.
The story starts of with a teenage girl Oliva, who goes from riches to rags. Throughout the course of the story we see Oliva grow as a person and become independent. Juggling a new school and a Job. Her life as become difficult but she holds her head high even while experiencing an inner struggle.
The only thing I didn't like about this book was the character of Ryan, he seemed like a possessive young man but also kind and caring. His good points did weigh out his bad points in the end.
All in all a great read that I would recommended if you are looking for a young adult romance book.
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E.J Bennett
