Sadie's Spring Surprise by Debbie Viggiano #Review

 

Here's a new romcom from Debbie Viggiano.  Sadie's Spring Surprise which was published on March 1st by Unicorn Publishing. 

 When Sadie Harding’s posh wedding to Felix Barrington-Jones is abruptly cancelled, she’s devastated.  While tears are to be expected, surely taking to her bed for a prolonged period is a little OTT?  But that’s because Sadie has a secret about what really happened prior to everything being called off.  And the guilt is unbearable.

Three years later Sadie has a new guy in her life, but this chap has four legs, not two.  William Beagle is a rescue dog that suits her perfectly.  He parps like a man, snores like a man, and loves her unconditionally.  But what she hadn’t reckoned upon was an unexpected dispute of ownership with the gorgeous but grumpy Jack Farrell.

Jack has his own problems. Namely blackmail. The last thing Sadie ever anticipated was being unwittingly implicated.  When a peaceful walk turns into a police investigation and William Beagle’s mugshot is splashed across the papers, she’s badly triggered.  Can Sadie finally confront the demons of the past in order to face the future?

Sparks are set to fly in this gorgeous romantic comedy about love, trust, and new beginnings.

 My Thoughts

Although this is a romcom with a strong element of romance, I found the theme of friendship to be as strong in many ways. Sadie has a troubled past where boyfriends are concerned, and she has come to rely on her best friend, Charlotte, who talks through many a personal crisis. She is also a good source of humour. Family also looms large and as you find out, Sadie's relationship with her sister, Flora, is problematical and certainly, complicated. 

    I loved the parts played by all the animals in the story and they all had their own personalities. Sadie's friendship with Jack gets off to a difficult start and there are definitely some surprises along the way. You find out through flashbacks why Sadie cannot trust easily and what happened in her engagement to Felix. She is a lovely central character, full of warmth and humour. This is an uplifting romcom with plenty of laughs and some touching moments.

In short: a fun and entertaining read

About the Author

Prior to turning her attention to writing, Debbie Viggiano was, for more years than she cares to remember, a legal secretary. She lives with her Italian husband, a rescued pooch from Crete, and a very disgruntled cat. Occasionally her adult children return home bringing her much joy... apart from when they want to raid the fridge or eat her secret stash of chocolate. 

 

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Book links: Amazon UK  |  Amazon US

Thanks to Debbie Viggiano, Unicorn Publishing and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the tour.

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