Series: Cocktail (Book 3)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 245
Rating: 4 Stars
How I Got It: Purchased
This is the third book in
Alice Clayton’s Cocktail series and this one is about two new characters. And
while it is a romance I think it’s more about Viv’s personal journey. The
characters are great and it’s still funny (sort of) which I expect in an Alice
Clayton book.
The
best part of this book is the characters and world building.
Viv,
especially, was developed well. And she isn’t what you would expect. She’s an
alternative girl with tattoos and piercings, but she has a strong love for
computers and painting. My favorite part is how anal retentive she is. She
spends a lot of time cleaning and organizing. I just like it, because that isn’t
a personality trait you would typically attribute to someone like her.
And I
can see that Viv is supposed to be funny. And I wouldn’t say she isn’t, but her
humor just didn’t connect with me. Wallbanger
made me laugh out loud and this was more ‘eh’.
And
I know you’re probably wondering what I meant by world building since this is a
contemporary romance. But seriously, Ms. Clayton really created a community. I
can clearly picture the characters who live there. I want to go visit them.
I
like that both Viv and Clark have nerdy characteristics. And just like Viv isn’t
a stereotype, Clark has some surprises. I really liked Clark and wish I could
have spent more time with him.
Of
course, some of the characters from the previous books show up which is always
fun.
I do
wish it was a little longer. The romantic resolution was wrapped up a little
quickly for my taste. And some things happened in the epilogue that seemed a
little early or fast.
Even
with some of the disappointments it was an enjoyable read. And I want to read
the next book which is about Clark’s cousin, Chloe.
~Thanks for reading!
Holly
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