I’m not sure how I feel about this one still. I liked it while I was reading it but I found it very forgettable. I did really like the characters and the story line.

It was an alright book. That’s it mostly, just alright.

I fairly enjoyed the concept and I enjoyed reading this but it wasn’t something that I was always looking forward to picking up, hence why this review took much longer than anticipated.

Someone who loves books being read by someone who loves books. I just overall expected more.

cute, but i was almost left wanting more??? idk if it waes because of the no spice thing, or what, but this book just didn't tickle my fancy the way I was hoping it would. I did still enjoy it, don't get me wrong, it just wasn't one of my faves.

I found this story more funny and charming than swooning when I am suppose too. This book shouldn't be market as romance book rather than with women fiction. It's more about Gigi getting out of her comfort zone and be more of herself. Making risks than being stuck in the pages or listening to her favorite narrator.

A quirky rom com yet with a lot of holes in the plot. I struggled through this over romanticised story that borders on being obsessive and stalkerish.

I know I'm not alone when I say this book was so difficult to continue reading. Gigi, in the first half of the book, was irritating to be around with, had I taken a sip of water every time she mentioned "Zane", I'd be hospitalised for water intoxication. But, it does make a turn for the better. In fact, the character arc was wonderful.

The cast of the tour were all lovable, and each of them had a role to play to further the story, but also had developments of their own. It's hard to stop reading when the side characters were interesting, especially Taj, the bus driver.

As for the romance, I enjoyed the banter, and how the relationship developed over time. The pacing felt suitable, and if you can look past how infuriating Gigi was for most of the book, it's actually a pretty good romance!

3. 5 stars
While it became clear very quickly how the story would end, the journey was still lovely. FMC Gigi's friends gift her a UK bus tour that is meant to allow her to meet the audiobook narrator whose voice she has been obsessing over. She has a whole back story of how, because of the book that this man narrates, they must be soulmates. So, with the support of her brother (who I don't think got near enough credit), she heads overseas, only to find out that the narrator is not where he was expected to be. Gigi is rather anxious, and I think that comes off as rude, initially. However, I found her reactions relatable.
Thankfully, the tour guide convinces her to still go with them, otherwise this book would have been very short. That's when Gigi meets MMC, Taj, who is driving the tour bus. They definitely get off on the wrong foot, but the chemistry is there and they bond as the trip goes on.
Eventually the audiobook narrator guy shows up, Gigi tries to make herself fall in love with him as a person, not just as a voice, and it, of course, does not go as planned.
Overall, it's a cute story. It would make a great Hallmark movie! That being said, I could have used some spice. Any spice. But, I did enjoy the setting and the really unique premise, so I would recommend it to someone who is looking for a PG romance book.

I love Christina Lauren so I definitely HAD to read this when the description said "for fans of..." This was great! I love the on-a-whim trope where people just GO without any hesitation! I love going on these journeys and will definitely be reading more of Guertin now that I have a taste of what her writing is like!

I remember putting off rrading this after like 3 chapters then continued with it after like a few weeks after - which says a lot about my experience.on this book.

It has so much potential being thr FMC is a bookstore owner - I'd love to be one, too! - but I find her so into daydreaming and mind stuck on Zane being her soulmate. It's not sweet but to the point of being cringy? :)

This is a a cute non-spicy rom-com. The author did a good job writing a mature character in the way she looks at dating since she's thirty.

As much as I wanted to love this book, I cannot say I LOVED it. I did enjoy the ending, while it was predictable, it was satisfying. It had a very slow build. I had a hard time liking Gigi…I thought I would love her since she was a bookstore owner, my dream job. I found her daydreaming a bit irritating as a character trait.
I did enjoy the travel aspect of the book. It was entertaining.
Thank you Net Galley for the advanced reader copy,

Thank you NetGalley and the author for an ARC of this book. I want to start off by talking about how amazing the cast of characters were. Slowly but surely, as Gigi started bonding with them, I started loving their unique additions to the group dynamic and their travels across England together made me want to be part of that little group. That being said, I struggled with the start of the book. Gigi's obsession with Zane was something I just could not get behind and every time she talked about him, I found myself cringing a little because of the pedestal she put him on and how she was letting that get in the way of all of these amazing people around her. However, I thought the book did a great job of treading through this illusion Gigi has about Zane which added so much depth to her character. I think having the ending be longer would have definitely made the book much more enjoyable as well.

Review of “Gigi, Listening” by Chantal Guertin 🎧

2,5 ⭐️

Okay, there were some highs and some lows with this book. Let’s start with the highs: this book takes you on a very cozy journey through the UK which I really loved! I’ve visited the UK a few times and a lot of the landmarks in this stories were landmarks that I’ve also been to, so that felt very nostalgic. Also, this story has some of the most lovable side characters! The people on this trip were all very nice to read about and I felt like I was getting to know them better and better throughout the story and conversations they all had with the FMC, Gigi.

Then the lows. First of all, the FMC, Gigi, is obsessed with an audiobook narrator’s voice. Like, obsessed obsessed. The story narrated by him means a lot to here as it’s the story that once brought her parents together, but it honestly doesn’t really feel like she cares about the story anymore, just this man’s (a man she’s never met, mind you) voice. She’s actually going on this trip to the UK because she believes her and the narrator are soulmates and his family owns the travelling agency that does these trips. It’s a great premise for a dark, dark romance, which this is not supposed to be. Then Gigi meets the narrator, Zane, after a while and he’s a d*ck. Like, honestly, insufferable. Despite that, Gigi is still convinced he’s the one, even though Taj is one of the most lovable MMC there is.

Also, honestly, Gigi did some weird ass things as well. The way she fell out to her brother really was something I didn’t like at all. Also the main energy she had throughout the book sometimes really annoyed me.

I don’t know, I felt very weirded out from the start. This obsession with Zane’s voice was definitely something to seek help for and I just couldn’t vibe with it at all. The stars this book gets from me are really just based on scenery and side characters.

Thank you to NetGalley for giving me this ARC in exchange for a review.

Thank you to Netgalley and Kensington for the ARC in exchange for an honest review! This contemporary romance was a quick fun read. I will always be a sucker for a hopeless romantic, and I think that Gigi's adoration of love was a compelling concept. I think that this book would have worked better with younger protagonists, it is clear that the author writes YA., which isn't always a bad thing; I think the story lacked the maturity that I was looking for. I wanted to love this book, but it wasn't my cup of tea. There is an audience that will fall in love with this book unfortunately, I'm not part of that audience.

3.5 ⭐️
The book was good and amusing, the blurb catched my eye and as romcom lover I was kinda expecting more from it. Gigi became a completly different character at the end of the book and I don't know what else to say.

“Gigi, Listening” by Chantel Guertin is a charming and heartwarming romantic novel that will resonate with fans of Sophie Kinsella and Christina Lauren. Gigi Rutherford, a passionate lover of love stories, runs a romance bookstore, and she’s utterly smitten with Zane Wilkinson, the smooth-voiced audiobook narrator she believes is her soulmate. When she’s gifted a ten-day bus tour through the English countryside, led by none other than Zane himself, it seems like a dream come true. However, her journey takes unexpected twists when Zane is nowhere to be found at the start of the tour.

The novel sets the stage with an enchanting premise: a romance novel enthusiast going on a journey in search of her own love story. The book begins with great promise, introducing Gigi’s bookshop, her book club, and a diverse group of fellow travelers on the tour. The picturesque descriptions of English towns, architecture, and nature add depth to the narrative, immersing readers in the scenic beauty. However, the story tends to lose its charm when it becomes primarily focused on Gigi’s obsession with Zane. Her constant fixation on his absence during the tour overshadows the more enchanting aspects of the journey, and the romantic elements of the story feel predictable and lackluster.

What shines in the novel are the side characters on the tour, who bring a sense of camaraderie and fun to the story. Their interactions and personal stories add depth and interest to the narrative. Ultimately, “Gigi, Listening” offers a nice escape into the English countryside, with scenic descriptions and moments of joy. While the romantic aspect may not be as fulfilling as some readers might hope, it’s still an enjoyable read. If you’re looking for a light-hearted story centered around travel and adventure, this book might be a good fit.

I was debating between a 3 and 4 star review. I’d say a 3.5 is more accurate. While the story is fun and entertaining, I did find parts of it a bit annoying. Take the main character for example, throughout her trip to England she becomes less fun and more whiny and complaining. This is supposed to be a feel good read, yet the main character had that annoying quality.

A cute rom-com! It’s about Gigi, who owns a romance bookstore. That already sold the book for me! Gigi is convinced that her favourite audiobook narrator Zane is her soulmate. So she goes on a tour of which Zane is the leader. i have to say, it wasn’t my favourite romance ever, but I enjoyed reading it. 3 stars out of 5. Thank you Netgalley!

I wish I liked this book but it did not work for me. The whole idea was great and I loved the fact that there were so many Michigan references but it’s a no for me. I did not like Gigi at all, not 100% sure what it was about her but I did not care what happened to her. I did love the side characters especially Angus. As for the Zane… I spent way more time rolling my eyes at everything he said to consider him even. The last 2 or 3 chapters were better but it was a struggle to get through this book.

Let’s start with the things I love:
1. The cover. This truly needs no explanation, it is perfect.
2. Gigi owns a bookstore. Isn’t that the dream?

Now…
Gigi has an audiobook she loves and she is convinced that the narrator is her soulmate so logically she books a 10 day bus tour because Zane (the narrator) is the one doing it. In case you don’t find it weird yet, that’s when things really start to get weird. I mean, she fell in love with someone’s voice. That was enough for her. Like ma’am, calm down.

Anyway, she makes lots of friends and rediscovers herself through the journey. Did I like it? Sure. Was it a favorite? No.