Carol Mason's "Second Chance Romance" is akin to a wild ride through the highs and lows of romantic relationships! I was engrossed with Moira and Frank's journey from beginning to end, from dislike at first sight to surprising romance.

Mason crafts a charming story that is full of heart, comedy, and unexpected turns. For those who like a little romance and adventure, this book is the ideal getaway because of its gorgeous Greek backdrop and sizzling hot tub scenes.

Since I can't relate to Moira's situation—being over 40, married, and having kids—I did find it difficult to connect with her at first. However, as they started traveling to Greece, I found it much easier to read. It was wonderful to see Moira becoming a little more gregarious, and the tone and scenery shift were excellent. Despite the aforementioned, I found it a little easier to relate to and connect with her.

The perfect romance book for the summer, a bingeable read on the beach!

Wonderful, fun and engaging, I really had a great time getting to know the characters and explore the story. 4 shiny stars and recommended.

It wasn't my cup of tea. The writing style is missing something for me. It seems very superficial, the plot is not really thought deeply and so are the characters.
And I'm sorry but you can't call that an Enemies to Lovers.
I'm sure it's someone cup of tea, but not mine.

"Second Chance Romance" by Carol Mason is a tender and emotionally rich novel that explores the complexities of love, loss, and the possibilities of finding happiness after heartbreak. Mason’s writing is known for its depth of character and evocative storytelling, making this novel a compelling read for anyone who has ever wondered about the roads not taken and the potential for new beginnings.

The story likely centers around a protagonist who is grappling with a past love that ended, perhaps not by choice. Whether through a twist of fate, a reunion, or an unexpected encounter, they are given a second chance to rekindle that romance. As they navigate the feelings of nostalgia, fear, and hope, the novel delves into the themes of forgiveness, personal growth, and the courage it takes to open oneself up to love again.

Mason’s characters are typically well-developed and relatable, with their journeys reflecting the real struggles and triumphs of life and love. The protagonist might be dealing with unresolved feelings, the challenges of moving on, or the complications that arise when old loves reappear. The romantic tension is likely palpable, with a mix of tender moments and the inevitable doubts and obstacles that come with second chances.

"Second Chance Romance" is perfect for readers who enjoy contemporary romance with a focus on emotional depth and character-driven narratives. Carol Mason has crafted a story that speaks to the heart, making it a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of love to heal and transform, no matter how much time has passed. This novel will likely resonate with anyone who has ever wondered, "What if?" and offers a poignant exploration of the possibilities that come with a second chance at love.

Second Chance Romance by Carol Mason tells of Moira, recovering frrom the breakup of her marriage due to the infidelity of her husband.

The last thing Moira wants is for her daughter to make the same mistake. This brings her into an unlikely pact with Frank, whose son is engaged to Moira's daughter. Frank and Moira decide to hotfoot it over to greece in pursuit of thier children to prevent the nuptials and this is where the RomCom ensues

This book as not quite what I was expecting and oh my goodness, Moira is an FMC I love to hate, but overall, the comedy was the winner for me in this book

Thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture and Carol Mason for this ARC. My review is left voluntarily and all opinions are my own

What a fabulously funny, and heart warming book this is!!

I’ve laughed so much at the humour in this book, and thoroughly loved the ‘banter’ between Frank and Moira that I’ve absolutely loved following this story…. and after finishing it, I feel so completely satisfied and fulfilled.

Every character in this story is perfectly written for the part they play and just fit so well together! This is my first book by this author and I’d definitely read more books by her!

Oof, I dnf’d this a third in. The main character Moira is just too judgemental for me to care about her. She comes across as someone who thinks she’s better than anyone else and when she meets her match, she’s somehow offended by that very same behaviour.

The writing is a lot of telling-not-showing which I don’t find engaging enough. This just wasn’t for me at all.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the chance to read this before its release.

I breezed through this book—perfect for a quick, easy read with plenty of spice and drama, making it a great summer pick. The overall plot gave me "Mother of the Bride" vibes from Netflix, though it's not exactly the same. The title "Second Chance Romance" feels more fitting for that storyline, but interpretations may vary. I enjoyed the light tone and Moira's unfiltered humor, which brought some laughs, though I found the plot a bit flat and didn't fully connect with the other characters. If you're after a light, easy read, this could be worth adding to your list.

Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for letting me read this before its publication.

I read this very quickly, so it is a good book to pick up and fly through if you're looking for an easy read. There is spice, drama and all the ingredients for an easy summer read.

The overall plot reminder me of the Mother of the Bride movie on Netflix, not exactly the same but you got a similar vibe from it. I feel the title of Second Chance Romance is probably more suited to the Mother of the Bride storyline instead of this one, but people probably have different understandings of what that second chance could be.

I found the tone of voice nice and light and liked Moira's attitude, she was what you get and her unfiltered thoughts and comments made me laugh. The overall dialogoue and style of writing is what really carried the story, as I didn't really connect with the other characters and found the plot a little flat sometimes.

If you're looking for a very easy read, then this could be one to add to the list.

Disliked mom. Dislike dad. Disliked their plotting to hurt their children. The movie was better. It’s on.Netflix.

MAJOR SIGH.

This book was not at all what I was anticipating. It follows a women who is deciding if she should leave her cheating/gaslighting husband but at the same time is hooking up with her daughter fiancee's dad. First, Frank was just miserable and had no appeal at all until the end of the book. I don't even consider it enemies, I consider him boring and miserable and unlikable to everyone. And, the fact that now we have possible step-siblings dating because their parents are together...just weird to me. The biggest reason for the 1 star is the plot and characters. I found the writing wasn't horrible and would be open to read more by this author. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this ARC.

I personally felt like the title of this book was misleading. I was expecting more literally a "second chance" romance, where Moira would be giving her estranged husband another chance. That he was going to fight for her. Instead her ex, Rupert, came across as such a wet fish. I also wish it would have been more clear that there was going to be multiple instances of cheating tropes. That is a major ick and especially within something as delicate as a second chance romance trope involving marriage, that felt like a really poor "out" for Moira to just be "falling" in love with a stranger after 6 weeks while still in her marriage.

Harriet felt like she was barely in the story, her character was so flat and came across as immature and boy-crazy, even though as a university student in her twenties should have been much more well rounded and interesting. Her sickness in Greece that unravelled the whole plot also just felt very convenient and uninspired.

Not a single one of the characters felt unique or relatable and the banter was seriously lacking any conviction.

However, I did enjoy the dialogue. Not necessarily the content of it all the time, but overall it was done well. It was the flow of the dialogue that led the plot entirely and without it the story wouldn't have made sense. The basic idea was very intriguing but the execution was lacking. I also feel strongly that the title should have been changed. The events were not well reflected by calling it Second Chance Romance.

Absolutely hilarious from the very first page. Had me laughing my head off, and don't get me started on the banter it had me howling.

"Second Chance Romance" by Carol Mason is a heartwarming tale of rediscovery and love. The novel follows characters who are given a new opportunity to mend past relationships and embrace second chances in love. Mason’s writing is both poignant and uplifting, capturing the nuances of rekindling romance and personal growth. With well-developed characters and a storyline full of emotional depth and hope, this book is a compelling read for fans of heartfelt and inspiring romance.

Cute & quick read! I love when someone finds their strength to be the best they can be and just believe in their heart. I love the romance and the laughs. It also has a great mother/daughter, father/son story that adds a great piece into the book as well.

I really really loved this book. And I absolutely loved Moira's development from jaded wife - running away from her problems - to hopelessly in love. That once you peel back the layers of hurt the real Moira is inside. The Santorini and Cali backdrop to the story created some beautiful imagery, and it is so well described that you feel like you're there. Love love loved it.

I really wanted to love this book as I love a good older FMC, because I'm *cough* old. However, I feel like there was too much ambiguity around who cheats first and I'm not really into that. However there was an interesting use of 'not quite' open door spice - almost like - entry level open door for readers who are looking to give open door spice a go. Mind you, Frank is a dick. I just couldn't get past that. I would still like to read more from this author!

Big thanks to Netgalley, Bookouture and Carol Mason for a copy of this book. This review is my honest opinion

2.5 stars | A cute and quick summer read, but didn't resonate with me. The MMC was very mean just for the sake of being grumpy or whatsoever. And while I appreciated the older protagonists perspective, they're hard to connect with. The romance felt force because of their lack of empathy and poor communication.

Thank you Netgalley and Bookouture for giving me the opportunity to read this book and provide an honest review.

I wanted to love this book as the club interested me but sadly I didn’t click with the characters. Although I enjoyed the ending I didn’t find myself excited to keep picking up this book so it took me a long time to get through it.

Well everyone, this one came out July 22, 2024, and it was okay. I've never read anything by Carol Mason before and I wasn't hugely impressed. I got through it and there were parts that definitely had me hooked, but not the best romance I've read. I give it a 4-star review because while it was tough for me to get through at times, it was a decent read.

We meet Moira Fitzgerald who is on holiday in the US with her daughter Harriett. Moira has found out that her husband might have been cheating on her and then her daughter meets a boy that she falls madly in love with. Moira meets Aiden's (Harriet's boyfriend) father and their relationship is...unique. One of the things I disliked is how negative the whole relationship scene was in this book; however, I enjoyed some of the banter between the characters.

It felt a bit angsty to be an adult fiction novel, which isn't always bad, but it didn't work the best. Mason's descriptions of setting and characters was very good, however.

You may want to try it out for yourself because I'm feeling like a harsh critic on this one. Let me know what your thoughts are!

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