Hilarious and heartfelt. Loved every single page and couldn’t wait to find out the ending. You can’t hope but adore Flo and her two sisters as well as the rest of the supporting characters. Moments that are sheer bonkers with the odd tear jerking moment. Couldn’t recommend more. Loved it!

Thank you Netgalley

This book was entertaining, far fetched at times but fun. I loved Flo and the people around her. Occasional, laugh out loud moments but overall an enjoyable read. How I wish my list would come true

Absolutely loved this his book, so much so I even tweeted the author to tell her! I love how the heroine had flaws which were imbedded from a past event. It was quite obvious who she was going to end up with as soon as he was introduced but this didn’t matter cos the book so very real and very funny. The sex scenes were realistic (who hasn’t turned their head away to stop our bedmate from getting a want of morning breath?!

I am so pleased I have discovered this fantastic author, I will definitely be reading her other titles.

Many thanks to Netgalley for allowing me to review an advanced copy with an unbiased opinion.

I did really enjoy this book but it wasn't what I'd call a page turner. I love that it centred around a bookshop.
I would have liked more mention of the NOMAD group and to get to know those characters a bit better, as it was they were just a list of names.
I thought this was pretty predictable from early on in the book but it was a nice light read in these uncertain times. I would read another book by this author.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC.

I really enjoyed this book! It's addictive, funny, and was a very quick read for me.

Florence was a joy to read and I loved her relationship with her sisters and colleagues. The character development throughout the story was excellent, seeing Florence learn and gain confidence made me so happy.

Such an enjoyable read!

Was so eagerly anticipating Sophia’s newest novel after the roaring success of her first last year. Florence is a witty, dry character who provides humour and mishaps throughout. The surrounding cast were really well written and felt realistic yet very individual and quite eccentric. I loved the pace of the story, I was completely immersed and enjoyed it thoroughly. The romantic storyline was slightly predictable but I didn’t mind as I loved being in Florence’s world. Fleabag meets Sophie Kinsella meets Notting Hill, cannot wait for the next one already!

An OK chick lit, well written but a bit run of the mill for me. Too many aspirational venues, experiences and products which I hope don’t reflect the twenty/thirty somethings. I decided to read this as I felt it might give me an idea of the way of life for the age range of my children, probably not the one they tell me, however it does feel miles away. The goals seem to be of partying and finding a husband and I really had hoped that these values from the seventies were long gone for today’s young people, but I suppose recycling, the daily commute and long working hours do not a fun read make!
However, as I said at the start, it is written well, is a little funny at times and has several kind hearted people in the mix. So as a quick, light hearted read for a summer’s day ( although I did skip the sex bits...too ‘shades of grey’ and submissive for me ) it is OK. Thank you Netgalley for the ARC.

Thank so much Netgalley and HQ books for an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

I had never heard anything about this author nor this book before but I liked its synopsis and I thought it would be a cute read!

I liked that there were some very fun moments throughout the whole book. The main character, Florence´s personality was perfect for this book as she didn´t take life too seriously and always found something positive in everything she did. I also liked her humour, her way of facing the situation she was living, the way she talked about herself and how much she loved her job, which is the same as mine!

This book was very light and quick to read. It was romantic without being too cheesy, it had the perfect amount of humour, drama and real life problems.

I also liked the writing style. There were a lot of dialogues that made the book quicker and easier to read, there were a lot of Flo´s thoughts that made me smile and laughed, and there were a lot of situtations with her step-mother and her sisters that entertained me and made me flew by the book.

With that being said, there were also a few things that I didn´t enjoy that much. There were a couple of scenes that made me uncomfortable, and weren´t nice to read regarding to Rory (Flo´s friend) and his family, who was very unlovable in my opinion.

I knew from the very beginning were the love story was heading to and, although I enjoyed the ride and how events developped, I was kind of: Okay! But we know how this is going to end, right?

Another thing that stopped me from giving this book a higher rating was that, at some point, I felt like everyone around Flo´s live knew best than her what she needed, how she had to look like, how she had to behave, etc.

Like I said, the end was predictable and although I quite enjoyed the wedding scene, I can't give this book more than 2/5⭐

A wish list is made in this Cinderella take on romance. Enter Tory Rory and in he walks into the book shop. Perfect, at last, she has the boyfriend she's always dreamed of. Or does she? Zach, the owner's nephew arrives and together they plan events and Zach shows a different side, showing first impressions can be deceptive. The sex scenes with Rory were very tongue in cheek and took the mick out of the genre. An amusing modern day twist on the Cinderella story. I enjoyed the book.

I loved reading this book, a love story with elements of hilarity. Once I started reading I couldn't put the book down.

Florence is single and her family are desperate for her to find a partner. Her mother pays for her to see Gwendoline a love coach, who advises she writes a wish list of all the requirements she is looking for in a man. Surprisingly soon after along comes Rory to her bookshop with his eccentric clothes and rather snobby attitude. Is Rory Mr right or just Mr right now!! Slowly she begins to see his true self and maybe true love is closer to her than what she thinks.

This is such a witty book, it had me laughing and crying. Let’s just say “Cowabunga” and I cannot stop laughing!!!

This is the first book I’ve read from this author but will definitely not be my last.

Thank you to Netgalley for my copy in exchange for a review.

Oh how I loved this book, amazing characters- I loved Florence and her quirks. The wishlist had a heartwarming plot. Florence is 32 and has never had a boyfriend much to the disappointment of her stepmother who books her a block of sessions with a love guru. Before long Florence does meet someone and he ticks all of the boxes. I have to admit I was not a fan of Rory the Tory and did not warm to him from the off perhaps because of our current coronavirus predicament. An excellent read!

Absolutely loved this book. This is the second book I have read from this author and I can't wait to read the next one.
The main character Florence (who is very quirky) works in a quaint book shop. She reluctantly seeks help from an eccentric love guru and makes a wish list of traits she would like a potential boyfriend to have. She then meets Rory who seems to tick everything on her list.
Florence has 2 sisters, one who is due to marry. The wedding was hilarious!
This is a perfect feel good summer read. Yes, it was totally predictable, but then aren't all rom coms? Great characters, great story, just the right amount of humour, what's not to like!
Thank you so much to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this advanced copy. Just what I needed during the Coronavirus lockdown.

This was such a lovely read, I couldn't put it down.

Yes it was predictable but all the characters were great and I loved the journey to the end of the story.

Perfect summer read. Thank you.

What a lovely read! I loved Florence who is quirky and interesting. All the characters were well written and though a little predictable, I really enjoyed the warmth and humour of the story as it unfolded. The wedding day writing made me nod with approval! A fab summer read that’s a little bit different.

A romantic comedy, yes, predictable, yes, feel-good, yes, recommend definitely.

Florence Fairfax is single, quirky and works in a bookshop and has a wavering aspiration of becoming a published children's author one day.
Florence likes order and routine. She is happy sharing her bedroom with her 17-year-old ginger cat Marmalade.
She lives with her stepmother Patricia and stepsisters Ruby and Mia. Her father, a diplomat in Argentina, is often away, and she misses him.

Patricia introduces her to a love coach, and a session is booked for her to attend. The therapist advises her to write a list of what qualities make up her ideal man.

Fans of women's fiction, comedy and romance, will enjoy this read.

I want to thank NetGalley, HQ and author Sophia Money-Coutts for a pre-publication copy to review.

This book was provided to me by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Oh this was such a lovely read! Exactly what I was looking for - a sweet, funny novel with plenty of cute rom-com moments. The plot was fairly predictable but I still enjoyed the journey and the characters kept me invested throughout.

Recommended as an easy beach read.

The Wish List
Thanks to Netgalley and Harpercollins for the proof.

“The Wish List” concerns Florence Fairfax, a 32 year old bookseller who doesn’t have a boyfriend. She’s a bit of a geek, and not as glamorous as her two half-sisters. Her pushy stepmother sends her to a “love guru” who tells her to write a list of what she wants in a man. The next day a good looking man walks into the shop…
I enjoyed “The Wish List” very much, but I’m afraid I guessed the ending. This isn’t necessarily a problem, because the book has a good many positive points. The characters are very relatable, particularly Florence and her friend Jaz. The bookshop setting was very recognisable and the inclusion of social media platforms like Instagram brought it right up to date. In many ways the book made me think of a slightly more glamorous version of “Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine” (a good thing as I totally loved that book.)

It's a good, fun, fast read – it only took a couple of hours to read – perfect for a holiday, or indeed lockdown. I said at the top of the review that I guessed the ending, of course it’s a happy one.

Star rating is because I guessed the ending.

I received an ARC of this book in via HQ and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Description

You want me to write a list? Like a shopping list?’
Gwendolyn nodded. ‘Exactly. But for what you want from a man, not ASDA.’

Florence Fairfax isn’t lonely. She loves her job at the little bookshop in Chelsea and her beloved cat Marmalade keeps her company at night. She might have been single for quite a while – well, forever actually, if anyone’s asking – but she’s perfectly happy, thank you. And then Florence meets eccentric love coach Gwendolyn, and everything changes.

When Gwendolyn makes Florence write a wish list describing her perfect man, Florence refuses to take it seriously. Finding someone who likes cats, has the sexual athleticism of James Bond and can overlook her ‘counting’ habit? Impossible! Until, later that week, a handsome blond man asks for help in the bookshop…

Rory seems to fit the list perfectly. But is he “the one”, or simply too good to be true? Florence is about to find out that her criteria for Mr Right aren’t as important as she thought – and that perhaps she’s been looking for love in all the wrong places.

My thoughts

I’m somebody that will give all books a chance but, when I really think about it, there’s something about reading a fluffy, funny romance that makes me feel good. The Wish List definitely fits that description.

As someone who hasn’t had a boyfriend – but has had a few doomed dates and less than a few almost boyfriends in their time – I instantly felt a connection to Florence, the thirty something woman that this book follows.

Having a boyfriend isn’t at the top of her list of priorities but – thanks to her eccentric and class-driven step-mother – she finds herself attending sessions with love coach Gwendolyn, which changes her mindset and her life.

Initially, I wasn’t sure if I’d like Florence, as the character’s tone reminded me of Eleanor (from Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, a book I’ve been determined to read for ages but I just haven’t managed to get passed the first page) – a character I’m not crazy about. As I read on, though, I realised there was more to her than her odd habits, her cat and this desire for love that is suddenly instilled in her. She’s actually a funny, likeable and vulnerable character – I was either laughing with her or empathising for her.

The concept of a “list” in this novel, and the whole plot revolving around the quirky love guru, wasn’t what made this a good book for me. What I liked was the fact that the characters were so well written, I felt connected to everyone from Florence’s two half-sisters to her colleagues Zachary, Eugene and even her cat! These characters were all likeable in their own way and I couldn’t help but feel as though they were people I knew.

I wasn’t keen on Rory and Florence together, though. There’s no denying if a boy came up to me and talked about books with me I’d probably want him to be my boyfriend, too, but his character just got on my nerves from the get-go. I think that was supposed to happen but, because I didn’t like his character, it meant the romance between them fell flat.

The Wish List is a funny, character-driven book full of fun, family and finding out Mr Perfect is out there…he just might be somebody different than you thought!

The Wish List will be published on 6th August 2020.

If you’re looking for anything outside the regular and well-practiced chick lit genre, this isn’t the book for you. But if you’re after an unchallenging easy read during lockdown then this is exactly what you need. Two days after finishing it I can’t remember the heroine’s first name but it passed a few hours on a hot day in the garden so I’d recommend it as a holiday read.