This is a good, contemporary romance that is filled with drama, a bit of humor banter, love with some twists and turns….the only thing that was difficult for me was it took at bit to get into the story. I enjoyed some of characters, especially Mia’s granny (she was a hoot) and Mitch, I was hoping Mia was a bit of a stronger character.
Mia and Mitch known each from years ago, now that Mia is back in Kentucky to start over as she become a widow at an early age. Mia is in need of Mitch’s help with an assignment she has at University and sparks have always been there between them. When Mitch’s fiancee, Lacey, tries to keep Mia and Mitch apart….drama ensues and erupts. Will Lacey’s ways keep Mitch and Mia from being friends or possibly more if Lacey keeps spinning her web of deceit.
At the tender young age of 28, Mia finds herself a widow and living with her grandmother in Kentucky. She’s decided to enroll in school and obtain a job. Things seem to be progressing well in her life, despite the drama that she’s endured lately.
Mitch is a firefighter, living the dream. Women flock to him because of his great looks and physique. He’s taken by Lacey though and the rock on her finger proves it.
Mia and Mitch were the best of friends when they were younger. Every June, Mia travelled to KY to visit her grandmother and she and Mitch would hang out for the month. One June, Mia didn’t return and instead married Xavier.
Through a series of challenging events, Mitch and Mia may find their way to each other again but not without some road blocks and some fires that need to be put out.
I found this book to be enjoyable, even if it was a bit predictable. Granny is by far my favorite character in this book. She deserves a book of her own. I loved her wit! Mia is a bit of a pushover, despite people thinking that she is a stronger person. I think maybe Mitch could bring out some stronger in her but it would need more character development. Overall, a good book to curl up with on a stormy afternoon!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2023-08-28 17:31:322023-09-05 14:47:15Love & Stilettos by Evelyn Lindell – Review by Julie Johnson
An interesting tale, that’s what this is. Mia, a widow, comes across her crush, Mitch and the tale begins there. Romance with some misadventure and suspense. I enjoyed their story because it was quite entertaining. My favorite character was her grandmother. I could totally relate to her. It was like seeing mine on paper. She spoke her mind and had no filter what came out of her mouth. I loved her. Mia still had some growing to do and it was good to see her do that. Once Mitch reconnected, he was always watching out for her. I found the HEA done well. I enjoyed the little twists and turns. A good read that you can enjoy.
It honestly took me a long time to get into this story. I did continue to read it though. I guess because I caught on quickly on what was going on and who was behind it. It is a sweet love story. The idea behind coming back into your first loves life and them loving you the same is great. I wish the story wasn’t so drawn out so that there was more to the ending but overall I believe that it is a good read.
Mia Crane is a 28-year-old widow who trades Ohio for Kentucky to attend Bellarmine University. She would’ve reached out to her childhood best friend, Mitch, since they spent every June together, but when he marked unable to attend on her wedding invitation, he pummeled her heart and ended their friendship.
Determined to not let any man reroute her life, again, Mia refuses to acknowledge the spark that appears when her path collides with Mitch and his fiancée, Lacey. But Lacey isn’t naïve… sparks lead to wildfires. To keep Mitch and Mia apart, Lacey weaves a web of manipulation and deceit so complicated that it’s hard to determine if she is the victim or the villain.
But when Mia discovers Lacey’s one misstep, she unearths secret identities, motives, and undeniable passion. Mia must allow Mitch to remove the barbed wire around her heart, so they can work together to find the truth and stop Lacey’s attack in two weeks’ time, or Mia faces expulsion, permanent humiliation, and a future without Mitch.
It’s true that love knocks loudest when uninvited, but so do the stilettos of a vindictive fiancée.
Evelyn Lindell was born in farm country and raised in poetry. She spent her childhood in a village in Midwest Ohio until she traded cow pastures for horse farms to attend Bellarmine University and the University of Louisville. Her life is colored with unexpected twists that encourage her to write the words that are difficult to say but that we need to hear and feel.
With two decades in the writing trenches, penning children’s books, poetry, and commissioned pieces, Evelyn’s debut novel explodes onto the scene with a command of humor, heart, secrets, and surprise that only a seasoned writer can bring. From winning the 20th Writer’s Digest Dear Lucky Agent contest to placing in the top 2% of a worldwide FicFest competition to becoming Cayelle Publishing’s number one preordered eBook, Love & Stilettos is already making a name for itself.
Between a homelife filled with eight incredible children, an amazing red-haired husband, and two four-legged friends, she fits in advising college students, championing the skilled trades, and nurturing her love of a good theme party. She lives with her heart on her sleeve, her characters hurdling over the words on the page, and a challenge for her readers: Love yourself and others.
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