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The English Channel Series by Rose Amberly #GuestPost #Giveaway

  Today I am featuring a guest post by author Rose Amberly to celebrate her English Channel Series . You can read my reviews on the first two in the series here:  Plain Jane Wanted  |   Unwanted Bride  .  You can win a signed copy of Plain Jane Wanted. Details on how to enter are at the foot of this post.  Welcome to the blog, Rose!     Readers often ask me about my inspiration for La Canette island. The quick answer is of course Sark. I’d never heard of Sark when a random internet search came up with a picture of this charming cove in the English Channel. White sailboats floated on cerulean blue sea surrounded by pretty green hills and pink wildflowers. I lost myself for a couple of hours, reading about this island, their unusual laws, their dark sky full of stars and their complex history. It just took hold on my imagination. Later that same day, I remember posting the picture to my Facebook page with the caption “One day ...
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Faking It by Portia Macintosh #Review

 

Portia Macintosh's romcom, Faking It was published on 26th January by Boldwood Books and I am delighted to be taking part in the blog tour to celebrate its publication. 


The perfect house, the perfect husband and the perfect life... or is she just faking it?

Life has been a bit of a rollercoaster for Ella. Growing up as the 'less successful' identical twin to her 'perfectly successful' sister, Emma, has left her feeling isolated, inadequate and let's face it.. a little bitter.

When Emma unexpectedly reaches out to Ella in a time of need, Ella suddenly finds herself with the opportunity to fill in for her sister and experience how the other half live.

But as Ella navigates the world of gossiping mothers, rebellious teens and trying to play the model housewife (not to mention avoiding the temptation of attractive men at the school gates...) will she discover that all is not always as it seems on the other side?

Discover the brilliantly funny new romantic comedy from top 10 bestseller Portia MacIntosh. Perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane, Sophie Ranald and Lindsey Kelk.


 My Thoughts

This is an entertaining read which continues to surprise you as events unfold. Great fun, there are some vividly drawn characters and Ella stands out among them with her wit and risk loving personality. You have to take the premise of the story at face value, but once you do, you enjoy seeing Ella step up to the plate and take on her twin's life. 

    There are some genuine laugh out loud moments to be found, especially at the reactions of some of the yummy mummies at Ella's nephew's school. Some people, it seems, have never progressed beyond being playground bullies. Ella herself has to face up to some truths about her mother and comes to realise what is truly important in life- and it isn't designer labels! I thoroughly enjoyed watching Ella step into Emma's shoes and having to start caring about others.  This is a sharply observed, funny writing. Well worth a read!

In short: Appearances can be deceptive!

About the Author


Portia MacIntosh is a bestselling romantic comedy author of over 15 novels, including My Great Ex-Scape and Honeymoon For One. Previously a music journalist, Portia writes hilarious stories, drawing on her real life experiences.

You can follow Portia here: Website  |  Twitt |  Instagram  |  Facebook  |  Newsletter sign up  |  Bookbub 

Book link: Amazon UK

 Thanks to Portia Macintosh, Boldwood Books, and Rachel of Rachels Random Resources  for copy of the book and a place on the tour. 

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