Ok, I was so confused reading the beginning of this story. I couldn’t tell who was who. The name Eleanor should never be used so many times. I did like Ella though. She was so young and grew up fast. She took on responsibilities that even adults don’t want. Being a parent is hard because you have someone’s life in your hands. You never know if your doing the right thing. Thomas was an idiot but a thoughtful one. Age definitely should be a factor in relationships but not when you’re already an adult. The author had a great sense of humor and gave you the perfect but not perfect family. She gave us a picture of what helping the people you love should be like. Overall it was confusing and entertaining to read this story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Gail Guerrerohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngGail Guerrero2019-03-08 03:32:192019-03-17 10:20:25Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants Series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Gail Guerrero
Miss Apple Pants (aka Ella) is back at it in Lost in Love. This story is a quick read because it is taken at face value, nothing really to think like a mystery. There are emotional parts to the story. Ella is loving life with her parents and baby. On the other hand, she is trying to figure out what her heart really wants. Ella will have more and more life lessons. Ella’s character is one that you can become book friends with. I found myself yelling at the computer because I did not agree with her choices. Does she want to go after her former love or should she move on?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Fishhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Fish2019-03-07 11:43:332019-03-07 11:49:56Lost in Love: Miss Apple Pants by Charlotte Roth – Review by Erica Fish
A great read about dancing. Fiona Madsen has always loved to dance, but has been held back by everyone opinions since she was seven. When her boss tries to get her and co-worker Stu on a dieting course, they both think it is a waste of time. When they are forced to do quilting as a hobby, Stu finds an alternative they might love; a dance competition in town. What follows is a wonderful adventure about doing what you love and following your dream. Can Fiona dance without worrying about what others think? A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns that I just couldn’t put down. Well developed characters like Fiona standing up for herself but still struggling with insecurities or Stu as a funny friend who is supportive and kind underneath. Great cast of supporting characters like the optimistic Diane or the bright and bubbly Lizzie. Fiona’s love of dancing was beautifully written as something that makes your heart fly forever and always. Her struggles with her weight and comfort eating were emotive and relatable and perfectly written. I loved the visual detail throughout the novel like in the vivid colours like with Stu’s colourful scarves and umbrellas bight and bold against the plain walls of the office and coffee shop contrasting beautifully to put a smile on your face. Or the dance rooms later on filled with life and people and music with piles of colourful costumes everywhere for that true feel to a dance stage performance. Overall, a wonderful read and I would give it five stars.
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I was really looking forward to reading Lost in Love. I really enjoyed the first book in the series so was hoping this one would be just as enjoyable and I wasn’t disappointed! I love this author’s writing style, her books are so easy to read and her characters feel real to life. I always find that I am hooked into her stories straight away and they never fail to always entertain me. I really like Ella, she is a funny character who I have loved reading about. This was a really fun read that I thoroughly enjoyed! I would absolutely recommend Lost in Love to anyone looking for a fun, light hearted read and especially if you have read the first book in the series! I can’t wait to read more from this author again in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2019-03-05 12:50:352019-03-05 13:30:34Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants Series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Katie Matthews
Dancing Queen is a funny and fabulous tale by Charlotte Roth. The story centres around Fiona. Now, Fiona has struggled with self image issues all her life. She loves to dance, but was cruelly told to reconsider due to her size. In a world where being a size zero is most women’s life goal, Fiona battled with herself every day. Fitting into this superficial world was hard for her. Her and her co-worker, Stu, join a dance competition, and the rest is a beautiful tale of self discovery, self worth, self belief, hard work, conquering seemingly impossible hurdles, and courage. Lots and lots of courage.
As a person who has had a lifelong battle with weight, I totally related to Fiona and her struggles. A tale told beautifully and honestly. A story I cannot recommend enough. 5 stars.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tracy Wilkinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTracy Wilkin2019-03-05 01:08:322019-03-05 06:27:27Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth – Review by Tracy Wilkin
I just want to hug this book, the heroine, this author. This fun and inspirational read had me on the best kind of emotional rollercoaster. The main character, Fiona, is heartfelt and relatable. I was immediately pulled into this story and couldn’t walk away without finishing the book in full. Loved it from beginning to end and cannot wait to go back and reread this tale. Just wonderful!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Lovelacehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Lovelace2019-03-05 00:00:232019-03-12 09:50:11Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth – Review by Heather Lovelace
Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth . This is such a fun read. Fiona Madsen has always dreamed of being a dancer until on her 7th birthday her mom told her “Fat Girls” can’t dance. She is again basically told she’s fat when her work wants her and her coworker Stu to participate in a support group for people with “Health Issues”. She and “skinny” Stu connect over their opposite issues and Stu suggests they enter a dance competition to help with their “health issues”. Stu & Fiona realizes they have so much in common and they really hit it off but when all your life you’ve been told you can’t do something and then your own sister threatens to have you disqualified from the competition Fiona wanders if its really even worth trying. This is such a positive body image book and I loved every second of it. You won’t be disappointed.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2019-03-04 10:09:462019-03-04 11:07:19Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth – Review by Tausha Treadway
Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth was a sweet lighthearted read, that had me hook from the first chapter title. In a cheesy way, this book had me at hello.
Not my first read by this author, so I knew going in that this book was going to be well written, witty and fun. I was not disappointed in the least. This book tackles both spectrums of the body image issues. Too Skinny and too fat. As someone who is on their own weight loss journey, I know how hard using the word fat, can be. I connected deeply with Fiona, and the path she walked, and the path she chose to overcome.
I have to say, as fun and as lighthearted this book may have appeared, it got down to the nitty gritty, and shoned a much needed light on the people, that we as a society have considered “unworthy” or “undesirable”. Both Fiona’s and Stu’s backstories are riddled was pain, and mental scarring that have affected their adult life. This book strips away those layers, so we can see the people that lay underneath all that social negativity.
Both Fiona and Stu are phenomenal multi layered characters. I loved both their personalities, and their blunt, straightforwardness to life. Fiona may have called herself a pleaser, but I sided with her BF Diane. Her personality shone bright, and her kind, no BS heart, stole the show. In my eyes, her and Stu where never the underdogs. Stu on the other hand, though came across as quiet and reserved, soon became a quick favourite. He isn’t anything but, and frankly, if the author chose, could have him narrated this whole book, and carried the story on his own. Have two such powerhouse characters come together for a common goal, was something I tell you.
And this is where I leave you, cause I might be here forever telling you how much I love and thoroughly enjoyed this unique, fresh book. About real people, with real problems, that learned how to overcome them, in a real life way. So please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will fall head over heels for not only this book, but for Stu and Fiona.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Emily-Ann Walshhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngEmily-Ann Walsh2019-03-03 20:01:192019-03-03 20:48:08Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth – Review by Emily Walsh
Another wonderful installment following our beloved Ella. Smart and funny, the cast of characters continued to grasp my heartstrings with witty dialogue and fast paced story development. From beginning to end, I found myself deliciously enraptured, just waiting to find out what would happen next. If you enjoy witty female leads, and unexpected love found, this is a book you must pick up.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Lovelacehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Lovelace2019-03-01 22:27:032019-03-01 22:31:43Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Heather Lovelace
This is a sweet story about friendship, family and finding love where you least expect it. I enjoyed this fast paced story from beginning to end. In this installment Ella may just find herself in love this time as she travels with her family around Europe. Her story is full of humor and cry in other parts a little bit. The characters are strong and easily relatable and connectable. This really is a fun story to read and I highly recommend picking it up.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2019-03-01 10:43:202019-03-01 10:43:20Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants series Book 2) By: Charlotte Roth 5 out of 5 stars
The story Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth is a wonderfully humorous and romantic book. The story had me with a smile on my face, laughing out loud, and has moments that touched my heart. It is the second book in a series that includes an amazing character named Ella. She is a young woman who at a young age grew up quickly. She is funny, kind, and beautiful. You could also call her confused when it comes to the feelings in her heart. When her father announces a trip to Europe, she has a decision to make. Should she try to find her son’s father, Hans? Is she still in love with him? What decision will she make? Read this book to find out. This is a story that had my emotions going up and down the entire time. There are heartbreaking and heartwarming moments. I enjoyed reading about many of the other characters. Some have a large part to play and have been brought forward from the first book. I love when an author does this as it feels like you are catching up with friends. Ella’s tale includes the feeling of family, life lessons, and finding out what you’re heart really wants. Ella is a character that I grew to care about in the first book and those feelings continued in this one. She is someone who deserves happiness and to feel loved. Don’t miss out on a story that you will not be able to put down once you start. I highly recommend reading it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laura Furutahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLaura Furuta2019-03-01 01:50:582019-03-01 08:53:55Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants Series, #2) By Charlotte Roth – Review by Laura Furuta
Lost in Love by Charlotte Roth is the second book in The Miss Apple Pants series. The story picks up a several years after the first book. The story is wonderful with witty dialogue between the characters. Ella is still finding herself and embarks on adventures with her friends and family. I enjoy the book because there is a lot of different parts that people can relate to in their own lives. Ella is cute and fun. I like the dialogue and the growth of the characters from the first book. I think this could be read as a standalone but better enjoyed if the first book is read before this one. I look forward to reading more from Charlotte Roth in the future and hope to see more of Miss Apple Pants in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sheri Schraderhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSheri Schrader2019-02-28 19:57:342019-03-01 07:59:58Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants, #2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Sheri Schrader
Ella a.k.a Miss Apple Pants is back in another charming story. But instead of losing everything she owns to a U-Haul truck, she’s about to lose her heart.
A lot has happened since we left Ella lost in Seattle. She’s become a mature woman and loves being a ‘timeshare mother’ with her hippie parents. Life is good. Hans is part of the past, that is until Alfred suddenly utters the word “dad” … And when Frank announces they are going to Europe for the summer, Ella finds herself split in two. Should she go find him? And is she still in love with him. Or is she, in fact, in love with someone else?
A warm-hearted and humorous romance/family drama, Lost in Love, is a celebration of family, friendship, and finding love when and where you least expect it.
“If you love a fast-paced story, with snappy dialogue and lots of humor, heart and girly feelings, this is the book for you.”
Charlotte is a mom, a wife, and an author—in that order. She’s originally from Denmark but moved to Seattle in 2005 with her husband, baby Alfred, and lots of hopes and dreams. The family has since added the twincesses, Emma and Olivia.
When she’s not ‘mom’ (read= doing laundry, making lunches, and solving kids’ world crisis), she spends every second of her free time writing what readers call compelling, fun, and loving stories. Her fiction is often inspired by real life and at times highly personal. Her novels are filled with endearingly flawed (mostly female) characters and emotional complexity. You are what you write. You write what you are.
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Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth was such a great story to read. It is inspirational, uplifting, humorous, witty, interesting, and fun. And again, Ms. Roth showcases what a versatile and talented author she is in this captivating read. The story, for me, was all about courage, facing challenges, overcoming obstacles, believing in yourself and being true to yourself, following your dreams, hope, and mending relationships along the way. This book has become one of my favourite reads of Ms. Roth’s, and is so worth the time to read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2019-02-18 23:11:472019-02-19 07:30:48Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth – Review by Angela Hayes
I have read books by this author so was familiar with her writing style. I read the book based on her name alone and had no idea what it was about.
Funny funny stuff yet emotionally charged as well. The observations of life are spot on and the characters are a perfect fit for the story (if you don’t have a BFF like Diane, I beg you to find a friend like her). The story is told validating and breaking down stereo types and was entertaining and interesting.
This book was a quick and easy read and I read it cover to cover in one sitting.
I absolutely recommend this to younger cousins and book clubs alike.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Maura Harperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaura Harper2019-02-18 20:56:382019-02-19 07:01:50Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth – Review by Maura Harper
I loved this book! This is a sweet book that has a little bit of everything in it from humor to romance. Fiona and Stu took me on an emotional journey of ups and downs and self-discovery. Their story is inspirational and shows us that sometimes love pops up when it’s least expected. Fiona has been made to feel ashamed of her weight issue but then you have Stu who gives her some hope. She is talked into entering a dance competition but wait to you see what happens! A must read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2019-02-18 09:34:142019-02-18 09:34:14Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth is a little different, easy to read and a little quirky that makes for a light read. It is fun and witty and had me laughing from the very start but there are also a lot of painful memories for our characters which made them all the more endearing to me. It is a story where by people are forced to look at themselves. It’s a story of people who finally do something for themselves. It is a story of pain and passion of being to fat or too thin. It is a story where the main characters are not what society consider the norm. It is a story of it is not always what you see on the outside but what is inside. It is a story of love and acceptance, hopes and dreams.
It is a sweet and heartfelt journey that the characters are on, with the support of their misfit family and friends.
The story Dancing Queen by Charlotte Roth is an amazing book that I loved reading. It is a story that will warm your heart and has inspirational characters. It is a book that drew me in from the very beginning and I found myself getting lost in its pages. I loved reading about Fiona. She is a woman who has always had a love of dancing. She is someone who is confronted with her “weight issues” by those in her workplace. Along with her co-worker Stu she is encouraged to attend a support group to help with “health” issues. Instead of taking a suggestion to try quilting, Fiona and Stu enter a dance competition. Read this story to find out what happens next! This is a story that will bring a smile to your face and at times have you laughing out loud. My emotions went up and down with the characters. There are heartbreaking and heartwarming moments in this book. There is both intense and humorous dialogue. Fiona is a character that I could really identify with how she felt judged about her weight. As I have personally struggled with my weight all of my life, she is someone that I could both empathize and sympathize with. Fiona is a character that I grew to love with each chapter that I read and I wanted her to feel happy with her life. This is a story that will hook you in from the very beginning and won’t let go until you have read the final page. Don’t miss out on a book with a wonderful story to tell and amazing characters. I would highly recommend reading it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laura Furutahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLaura Furuta2019-02-18 03:01:152019-02-18 06:56:09Dancing Queen By Charlotte Roth – Review by Laura Furuta
Every body can be a dancer’s body! All her life, Fiona has dreamed of becoming a dancer but she was always told that dancing was not for “fat girls” like her. Now, at age thirty-five, Fiona is again confronted with her weight issues when the HR department kindly encourages her and a co-worker, Stu, to attend a support group for people with “health” issues. When quilting is suggested as a hobby to help with their total opposite eating disorders (Fiona loves everything calorie, Stu tries to avoid any), Stu insanely suggests they enter a local version of Dancing With the Stars instead…
What follows is a fantastic journey with a lot of ups and downs, sore feet, self-doubt, sweat and tears mixed in with ghosts from the past.
Dancing Queen is a warmhearted and humorous story about self-doubt, dancing, friendship, and the courage to follow your dreams no matter what size you are.
“If you love fast-paced, feel-good books, with snappy dialogue, lots of humor and heart, this is the book for you.”
Charlotte is a mom, a wife, and an author—in that order. She’s originally from Denmark but moved to Seattle in 2005 with her husband, baby Alfred, and lots of hopes and dreams. The family has since added the twincesses, Emma and Olivia.
When she’s not ‘mom’ (read= doing laundry, making lunches, and solving kids’ world crisis), she spends every second of her free time writing what readers call compelling, fun, and loving stories. Her fiction is often inspired by real life and at times highly personal. Her novels are filled with endearingly flawed (mostly female) characters and emotional complexity. You are what you write. You write what you are.
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Lost in Seattle is the first book in the Miss Apple Pants series by Charlotte Roth. This is a really great young adult story, a coming of age, with humour, friendship, emotion, drama, mystery, quirky and memorable characters, and more. This story is complex and multi-layered, with two interesting and clever stories woven into a witty, heart-warming and fun read. We meet Ella who has had her life turned upside down when her family treks across the country to move to Seattle right in her senior year at High School. She is scared, a little lost and feels very alone in all this. But when a box of old love letters is discovered, and they begin to read them- an intriguing story starts to form as each letter is explored and she can’t help feeling a connection to Martha and Fredrick, and their story. Some new friends bring some humour and zaniness- and added another element of interest to this already charming read. But, then Ella has to make a life changing decision which twists this story and adds a little drama. Overall this is a heart-warming and very enjoyable read. Not that I would expect anything less from this talented author. Well done!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2018-07-15 09:15:212019-01-29 09:16:07Lost in Seattle (Miss Apple Pants Series Book #1) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Angela Hayes
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by: Charlotte Roth is a young adult coming of age story that is full of heartwarming and heartbreaking moments. Charlotte is a storyteller that draws you into her world and her writing style flow easily. There are a lot of emotions in this book from happiness and sadness, joy and sorrow that enable you to connect with these well thought out characters and enjoy their story. The style of the writing for this book is completely different from Charlotte but it works and adds to the uniqueness of the storyline.
A well written story that will appeal to young adults.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2018-07-15 09:01:152019-01-07 09:01:55Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by: Charlotte Roth – Review by Jenni Bishop
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth
5 Stars
This author has quickly become an absolute favorite of mine. This story although a bit different than what I’m used to by her was still as enjoyable as all the rest in a different way.
I could totally relate to Ella when in her senior year she has to move..this happened to me and was not something I enjoyed, but if Id had the chance to have my story go the way hers did in some places I might actually look back on it and smile a bit.
I had all the feels while reading this story, and my favorite part of this authors books is her writing of the interaction between the characters, she chooses the best conversations and without knowing the words to explain this I’ll just say it is awesome. Ella did experience more than someone her age should have to, yet also experienced what many young girls would love to have. I was fully invested in this story and highly recommend it.
I will be waiting for what this author comes up with next and I hope its soon because I’ve already read everything else she has available 🙂
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Debi Kircherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDebi Kircher2018-06-30 07:31:592019-03-17 07:37:08Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth – Review by Debi Kircher
Holding on to Hurt: A gripping story about a mother’s love by Charlotte Roth absolutely broke my heart, to the point I was sobbing. My heart ached for the torture that this family went through. Charlotte has written and outstanding story of one Mother’s fight for her son which no mother should have to endure. The struggle, the pain, the grief, the hope and the courage leave you an emotional wreck. It also raises the controversial issue of guns that many talk, fight and argue over and are either on one side or the other.
It is very thought provoking story that should not be missed but be warned a box or two of tissues is needed..
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2018-06-24 05:39:292019-01-06 05:40:15Holding on to Hurt by Charlotte Roth – Review by Jenni Bishop
Holding on to Hurt by Charlotte Roth is a page turning drama. This emotional tear jerker was full of tragedy, anger, grief, hope, belief, unconditional love, determination, sacrifice, gripping details, unsettling revelations, strength, and hope. Again, Ms. Roth showcases what a versatile and talented author she is in this captivating read. Irene Hurt gets the news that every parent dreads hearing, that her son has been injured and is in a coma. Her once perfect world is shattered in an instant and we follow as she and her husband both deal with their son’s situation quite differently. Right from the start, Irene remains hopeful- she stays be his side talking to him, telling stories, and hoping that on some level he is aware of what’s going on. But her husbands perspective isn’t so positive, and this puts a strain on their relationship. Dealing with the shock, grief, anger and stress of the situation is further complicated with new discoveries and unsettling revelations. What ensues made for a very engrossing, heart wrenching, thought provoking and unforgettable read! A word of warning though- have tissues on hand, you WILL need them! Brilliant!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2018-06-16 06:50:292019-01-30 06:50:57Holding on to Hurt by Charlotte Roth – Review by Angela Hayes
The One That Got Away by Charlotte Roth is a bit of an emotional rollercoaster. Charlotte’s characters are real and I connected with the main character from the get go. This is an contemporary adult story about a married woman that has lost herself in amongst raising her family and who is trying to find herself again. This book had me laughing out loud with her best friend and crazy mother and there were a few tears. Imagining Rome bought back lots of memories and made the story seem more real.
This is definitely a must read for all women but make sure you have a few tissues and a stiff drink and enjoy the journey.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2018-06-05 05:54:042019-01-03 05:57:32The One That Got Away by Charlotte Roth – Review by Jenni Bishop
This book!! This Author!! I don’t know why it has taken me so long to find this author and her books…Every one of them that I’ve read have been so fantastic, but I have to say at this point..This is my favorite so far! I can’t even begin to explain how real this story is and I’ll just say there were a few times I got a little worried about which way it was going to go, and I can also honestly say I wasn’t sure for a little while how I wanted it all to go.
Not even going to go into the story because it needs to be read without knowing what is going on, I only glanced at the synopsis before reading and had already decided to read it no matter what..The cover is absolutely eye catching and even without that, this author has become an absolute favorite and an immediate one click for me!
I will say about the story that she has made me fall in love with Rome…I’ve always thought about going but now it has been added to my bucket list, and I can only hope if I ever do make it there that just maybe I’ll find Helen’s Lady Gaga…That part of the story was awesome!
In a lot of ways this story touched me personally and I’m so impressed at how perfectly she conveyed the many feelings involved. It didn’t end the way I thought it would at one point, but it ended exactly how I hoped. I read the end with many tears in my eyes, I felt like a tray of ice cream melting in the rain….
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Debi Kircherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDebi Kircher2018-05-29 07:41:472019-03-17 07:43:57The One That Got Away by Charlotte Roth – Review by Debi Kircher
The One That Got Away by Charlotte Roth is a wonderful women’s fiction novel. It has a interesting, clean, fun storyline with just enough drama, conflicted feelings, and intriguing characters to keep me hooked. I like how Ms. Roth changes things up a bit with this book- I loved Planet Perfect, but I think this book is even better. I also loved how the story made me think and gave me lots to ponder about how the grass isn’t always greener on the other side, and how easy it is to become complacent in a long-term relationship, how important it is to communicate… and much more. Helen has been happily married to her husband Mark for almost 20 years. But she’s somewhat insecure, feels her age catching up to her, has doubts, and is just a little lost. She finds her ex on social media and can’t seem to stop thinking of him and wondering what life with him would have been like. Helen ends up attending a friend’s wedding in Italy, knowing that her ex would also be there. When old feelings bubble to the surface and social media gets thrown into the mix- and when her husband arrives unexpectedly- Helen will have a lot to work through… and what ensues makes for a funny, sweet, and very entertaining read. This is a really great, fast paced, and easy read. It is realistic, relatable and entirely believable. The characters are fantastic, very well developed and quite endearing. I look forward to more from Ms. Roth.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2018-05-25 09:09:012019-02-02 09:10:37The One That Got Away by Charlotte Roth – Review by Angela Hayes
Holding on to Hurt: A gripping story about a mother’s love
By Charlotte Roth
5 Stars
Whew!! WOW!! This is my second book by this author and although a quick read I was so wore out after reading it due to the strong emotions I felt while I read…I have cried during many books that I’ve read in my life, but there was only one other book I read years ago that touched me the way this one did. I was a snivelling mess throughout this whole story.
The storyline of which I will not get into because it needs to be gone into blind in my opinion was so strong that many many times I sat asking myself…what would I do? I even went as far as discussing this story with my husband.
I don’t know how to explain how well this book was written, every emotion she wrote I literally felt deep inside. I loved it and I hated it at the same time..So hard to explain what I mean by that. I can only imagine what this author went through while writing these words, because reading them about destroyed me.
I remember reading my first book by this author going through a lot of the What would I do moments. She has an amazing talent and I already have another of her books on my kindle and I can’t wait to dig into that as well as whatever else she comes up with. She is AWESOME!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Debi Kircherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDebi Kircher2018-05-20 07:38:072019-03-17 07:40:09Holding on to Hurt: A gripping story about a mother’s love by Charlotte Roth – Review by Debi Kircher
Planet Perfect by Charlotte Roth is a quick read and a standalone story that flowed from the page. I enjoyed the story but definitely tugged at my emotions.
Who doesn’t want a perfect life? Who doesn’t want to be safe? When perfection is offered, is it too good to be true? When your life’s desires is offered on a plate, is it too good to be true? If your vision of perfection is laid before you, no strings attached, is it too good to be true? If something seems too good to be true, then maybe it is.
One man’s idea of perfection maybe another man’s dream. One woman’s idea of perfection maybe another woman’s hell.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2018-02-27 05:47:242018-12-27 05:47:47Planet Perfect by Charlotte Roth – Review by Jenni Bishop
Where do I begin? I have been reading for years and can honestly say I’ve never read a book with a storyline that compares to this one. This was awesome and the way everything was described I could picture it all perfectly and felt like I was actually standing there watching all of this play out. It was also awesome to take a break for just a bit from the the traditional romance and meet a couple that had already been there and done that and were happily married.
Amy lost her parents years ago in an accident and was left in the care of her older brother Liam, who had been disabled in the accident that took their parents. They lived in the house their parents left them in a not so nice part of town and when Jack entered the picture he had to accept that Amy and Liam were a package deal, which he did wholeheartedly. Amy and Jack had been trying for years to have a baby, having to try other routes as Amy wasn’t able to get pregnant on her own. After many miscarriages and ending up broke, they were approached about a perfect place where all of their dreams could possibly come true and they could live in a place that had no violence, no crime, and no ugliness. With a little help from big brother Liam and the promise of a beautiful future they decide to move to this perfect walled community, which meant leaving behind her big brother Liam.
It doesn’t take long for Amy to start second guessing everything they have done. Things start happening that make perfect seem somewhat imperfect and knows in her heart she has to fix it. But how?
I have to stop there, Im so afraid I will go into too much detail and that can’t happen. You have to read this book…It was an awesome story that in a few parts I felt like I was going to break my kindle trying to turn the pages as fast as I could. Liam was so unbelievably fantastic in this story, I loved his character and wish for another book just so I can read more from him. This was my first read by this author and can not wait to see what else she has.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Debi Kircherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDebi Kircher2018-01-31 07:44:452019-03-17 07:46:53Planet Perfect by Charlotte Roth – Review by Debi Kircher
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