Thank you to NetGalley, Amy Ewing, and Alcove Press for providing me with an ARC of The Irish Goodbye in exchange for an honest review.

First of all, I was not expecting to like The Irish Goodbye as much as I did. I was expecting it to be a fairly basic romance novel, and while it wasn't anything outlandish, it still felt different from a lot of others that I have read and I think it will stick in my mind. I also read Ewing's The Lone City series, which I had mixed feelings about, so I have to say I did enter into this with some preconceived notions.

The Irish Goodbye follows a grieving, American photographer, Cordelia, as she books a summer-long trip to the Irish island of Inishmore. She literally bumps into a recently heartbroken Niall, who is returning home from Dublin to help at his family's pub. Suffice to say, their relationship starts off on the wrong foot. I think the animosity between the two of them felt genuine and realistic, as did the way their relationship developed over time. I will say that the time frame of three months that was given did mean that their relationship felt very rushed - however, this was acknowledged by Cordelia and Niall, at least.

I do feel that the story did suffer in the last part of the book, the conflict was introduced way too late for my liking, so the ensuing rectification of that relied on time gaps and a quick resolution in order to keep the novel a good length. We also, sadly, did not get to see much of the happy ending that the entire novel had been building towards, it was very much over once the conflict was resolved. Personally, I like to enjoy a bit of the payoff.

I was apprehensive about the Irish setting, as I believe Ewing is from The United States, but thankfully nothing seemed out of place (as far as I can tell being from the United Kingdom) and it appears as though Ewing did a lot of extensive research achieve realism in her chosen setting.

Overall, I would definitely recommend The Irish Goodbye if you are usually a fan of small-town romances, but perhaps want something that is a little different from your typical American-centric ones.

I really liked this book, it made me want to visit Ireland and I really REALLY loved Roisin. The only thing I actually didn't like it was the proposal thing! I was, just like some character said, the only option? I don't think it was a way to make the climax. And the end was kinda rushed, but I liked the last chapter.

I would like to read more about their future. Niall opened another pub? They stood still at NYC? The book was a success? What about the island? Cord instagram and book helped with tourism? So many questions...

I really wish the epilogue answered any of these questions.

I wanted to love this book so much but it was just bleh 😕 There’s nothing I love more than a good romance that takes place in Ireland so I had such high hopes.

Main character, Cordelia was traveling to Ireland for the summer. She needed a break and to focus on her photography so what better place to do that than picturesque Inishmore. She found a place to stay through a fellow townswoman, Allison — the only catch was that she needed to keep an eye on her Gran.

Fast forward a bit and I felt like Cordelia and Niall met, it was awkward and then they fell in love so quickly. Niall accidentally broke Cordelia’s beloved camera from her late father and she was rightfully pissed. Niall didn’t handle it well and put his own feelings before hers and passed her off like breaking her camera was nothing.

They both were going through very different albeit traumatic situations. They helped each other out of those moments and had a love unlike any other but they never once addressed what would happen come the end of the summer. Would the fling end, would they continue their relationship long term, Niall move to New York or Cordie stay??

I think their relationship was rushed and we got no details — the timeline passed quickly and the next thing we knew Cordelia had to leave and go back to New York. Niall was offered the job of a lifetime as a head-chef in London so they both had a lot to think about and a surprise proposal was something Cordie didn’t think she’d be contemplating.

This book had major potential but it just ended up falling short in my opinion. Setting was great but there was too much emphasis on family which might be right up your alley and if it is, you will love this!

A fun and funny story about a whirlwind romance between a photographer and restauranteur in Ireland. The dual plot lines and fully fleshed out secondary characters make this so fun to read. I want to visit Inishmore asap.

I have to say that I am biased when it comes to Ireland, and especially Inishmore. The country will always have a special place in my heart and that island in particular even more so. Naturally when I saw the setting it was a no brainer for me and I had to request early access to it!

Let me tell you this did not disappoint. I could feel myself landing in Kilronan with Cordelia and falling in love with the island all over again. The story was very cute and well executed. The characters were excellent and very well developed. Rosin totally stole the show from me and I want a whole story about her and her folklore. Highly recommend to any romance reader!

This was a very cute story. I loved the setting and the description of all the places. I did feel like the story dragged at times and then all of a sudden the main characters were in love with each other. Overall very cute feel good love story.

Thank you to NetGalley and Alcove Press for this earc.

Okay. Let’s just start that the first 85% of this book was awesome. There was a story and found family and real family and Romance. And Ireland. Honestly I couldn’t ask for more.

But those last 15% just felt rushed.

Let’s back up a bit. I liked Cordelia and Niall. I liked their relationship. But the proposal? Felt way too much. And I was kind of happy Cordelia had a reason to say no. And then after the heartbreak and the time apart instead of just holding each other they just right back to sex? Just didn’t feel right. They haven’t seen each other in months. I wished they just held each other through the night and talked about the time apart. the sex scene just made it feel less.
And the epilogue. There is a reason they are set months/years later because you can look and see how the future turned out. We kind of missed out on that in this one.

Overall, it’s cute, it will make you book your Ireland trip and it will make your heart bit faster. It just didn’t make me cry

Oh my goodness! I loved this book, the relationship between Cordelia and Niall made my heart melt. I adore the way the author wrote this novel. She had me envisioning the beauty of Ireland, and the story had a way of making you fall in love with all of the characters, definitely one of the best romances of the year!

This was cute. I liked the premise, if at times it veered into distractingly unbelievable. The characters were fun. I would definitely seek out other books by this author.

After losing her father, Cordelia takes an opportunity to stay in a home in a cute little town in Ireland for the summer. As soon as she lands she has a run in with recently dumped Niall. But as Niall and Cordelia start spending more time together via accidental run ins, the more they find they are having a hard time resisting each other.

I really enjoyed this book! The way Ireland was described made me feel like I was actually there! It reminded me of one of my favourite movies, Leap Year with the slightly grumpy Irishmen and American girl, Cordelia.

Niall was an absolute sweetheart. The anger I felt for that poor man learning about how he was betrayed by his closest friend and fiancee. I truly wanted nothing but the best for him.

Hearing about Cordelia's loss and honouring his name by stepping out of her comfort zone, travelling to Ireland alone for the summer was inspiring. Watching her grow and flourish was so amazing.

The tension between the characters was absolutely DELICIOUS! Between the tension and the absolute vibes from the micro tropes, I was in heaven. I really enjoyed reading about all the side characters like Roisin and her sharp tongue. This book really just felt like I was along for the journey, meeting really nice people and visiting Ireland. I highly recommend and will definitely be recommending it to friends!

The Irish Goodbye is the novel by Amy Ewing. Thanks to Net Galley and Alcove Press for the eARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. Cordelia and Niall are both reeling from loss; her the death of his father, and him the loss of his fiance and restaurant in the same day. They meet in a small village off the coast of Ireland, populated by vibrant townsfolk. I loved the descriptions of this village and the people in it. I am not sure if it's based in reality, but the setting seemed gorgeous. I'm a sucker for a good small-town romance, especially with such a grwat cast of characters. I like how Irish folklore was woven throughout the book through the character of Roisin. However, the conceit of Cordelia going to be her caretaker makes no sense because this woman is a force of nature, even at 80. You have to look past this device.
I changed my mind a bunch about Cordelia, I'm not sure about her maturity. The character was a bit uneven for me, though I was still rooting for her. Niall was a better drawn character. I appreciated the tensions in his life, they seemed more realistic. I definitely pulled for a HEA with them. I've been reading a lot.of Irish and Scottish themes books lately. This rates in the middle of the pack, an enjoyable read. 3.75 stars

This book follows a woman, Cordelia, looking for a reset in a small Irish village for a few months. She meets a man, Niall, who has moved back home from his city life after a bad breakup. The two don't start on the right foot when the hero cracks her camera lens and brushes her off about it. But of course, they grow closer together throughout the book.

The Irish Goodbye is definitely for fans of Jenny Colgan! If you are looking for a romance, this is not necessarily the book for you. While it does have a romantic side plot, the main aspect of the book is the vibes and the heroine finding herself in this Irish village.

While I enjoyed aspects of this book, such as the setting and ex[exploration of grief, I ultimately found that the pacing was slower than I expected, especially for this genre. If you don't mind a slower pace, cozy setting, and light romance, pick this one up!

(Please look at trigger warnings as the heroine is dealing with some grief.)

Lovely, charming, and beautiful love story. The setting, the characters, the plot, and everything is wonderful. Niall and Cordelia are sweethearts, and Roisin is the best. Perfect for a cozy evening. Thanks a lot to Netgalley, Alcove Press, and the author for the eARC. Highly recommended.

This was such a sweet, cozy romance read! I loved every minute of it and almost wish we got to see more beyond the ending and epilogue. The characters were robust and entertaining, and I loved how the island town of Inishmore was such a character in the book. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a lighthearted, cozy read!

I have not read anything by this author before, but I will definitely be looking out for their work in the future. I loved seeing the story unfold and seeing the characters grow.

I liked the premise of this book. I enjoyed the characters and the found family aspect and the whole idea of learning a new culture and traditions. It was a really wholesome read for me. I also really loved Niall, I thought he was a great love interest.

Let’s just say I didn’t give this one the Irish goodbye because I couldn’t put this one down. I WILL be adding this one to my bookstore shelves!

To help heal her heartache from her father's death, Cordelia goes to Ireland for the summer, hoping to rediscover her passion for photography. But when a brooding man bumps into her and breaks her camera, she begins to question her choices. But the stranger crosses her path again and again, and as she gets to know him, she learns that he's recovering from a heartbreak of his own. Niall and Cordelia find healing in one another and rediscovering their own passions. The Irish Goodbye is the perfect romance with loveable main characters, quirky side characters, a beautiful setting, and a wise and hilarious old woman who always speaks her mind.

I've never traveled the world. I've never gone further than across the border to Canada. But Ireland has always been a dream for me. A lifelong dream that I'm sure will never be realized. This book though, this book was like living there a little.

The author, Amy Ewing, wrote about Ireland in such a way that was so romantic, and sad, and lovely all at once. It makes me want to go there even more now. It also makes me grateful for authors who can write such lyrical type books that touch me so deep. Amy used her words like a paintbrush on a masterpiece.

That said, Cordelia and Niall were a very fun couple to root for. Inishmore is an idyllic place to live and the cast of characters in that town were a riot. Roisin is the hero of the story, well, and Pocket too. Who knew a cranky old lady and a dog could bring everyone together???

This book was SO fun and uplifting. I definitely recommend it.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

This is such a cozy endearing rom com!! I was immediately drawn to Cordelia and her story, she is feeling a little lost in life and decides on a last minute trip to a small town in Ireland to shake herself out of her funk. Niall is also lost, he is nursing the loss of his big dream and also a broken heart.

What unfolds is a summer of healing for them both, together they learn what it truly means to be happy again, to trust again and to enjoy their passions. Along with the eclectic town of Inishmore island and it's incredible cast of characters!

This is a must read that will make you feel like you are wrapped up in a warm, cozy Irish hug!!