I understand this is part of a series but can actually be read as a standalone!

Being from the Cotswolds myself I was intrigued to see how it was portrayed.

A cute, fun read with images of stunning scenery and pages that will lift you up and pages that will pull at your heartstrings.

I did find it a little predictable at times but at the same time when you're reading something like this you're not really expecting a lot of twists and turns for shock value. I think I probably would have enjoyed this more if I'd read the ones prior to this however, but the author does a good job of creating a scene and making you invested in the characters, even if this is your first time meeting them. I'll be looking to read the others in the future.

Also, short chapters! I love short chapters!

This is the sixth instalment of this lovely series that has you laughing out loud one moment and heartbroken the next. The writer writes in such a way you can feel like you are in the situations with the characters and living them for them.

A story of love friendship co parenting and life’s ups and downs with relatable and realistic characters set against the backdrop of a beautiful sounding Cotswolds village.

I have there is going to be another instalment of this fix to see how Holly and her relationship with Evan evolves.

Having read the previous book and thoroughly enjoyed it, I was eager to start this one.

It was great to be back with Holly and her friends and family, they all come across as a great group of characters. I'm glad Evan came to visit and it was interesting seeing him trying to integrate into the community. There were certainly some fun moments with this. I did feel he was a bit overbearing at times. I was rooting for Holly and Evan as I felt they were great together.

I did think, though, that the wedding would focus more given the name of the book, but that didn't spoil my enjoyment of it. It was a great read and I enjoyed the different storylines, going through a range of emotions whilst reading it.

Thank you Rachel's Random Resources for my ARC and spot on the tour. I'm am leaving this honest review voluntarily.

Holly is still trying to come to terms with being swept off her feet on her recent holiday abroad and wondering if things will be the same with Evan when he comes to stay in the village. She has a habit of compartmentalising her life and letting him into her home life is quite a big step. Family and friendships are as important as ever, but there are a few surprises waiting for her.

Holly zipping about the countryside on her Vespa sums up the mood of this romcom and there are plenty of entertaining moments. However, there are the odd sadder moments but Holly always tries to put a positive spin on events. With wedding plans going off plan, there are a few surprises showing you can't take everyone at face value. This is a fun series with a good range of characters and plenty of action to keep the momentum going.

In short: love and laughter

An absolutely wonderful read, that felt like catching up with old friends. A sweet shop and a wedding to organise- what could make for a better book! I love this series.

"A Summer Wedding at the Second Chances Sweet Shop" follows Holly Berry as she manages her shop and helps her friends prepare for their wedding. Despite the joyous atmosphere, Holly feels nervous about introducing her long-distance boyfriend, Evan, to her family. Tensions rise when her mother invites Holly's ex-husband and his partner to meet Evan. Despite some initial friction, the characters navigate their relationships with sweetness and positivity, creating a heartwarming love story. While the book touches on serious issues, Lynn's uplifting writing style keeps the story engaging. Overall, it's a celebration of love in all its forms, accompanied by delicious treats from the sweet shop.

A fun and enjoyable story that leaves you feeling happy and fuzzy and not wanting to put the book down.

I really enjoyed this story. A lovely little cute story with great characters and a great backdrop. Great story for the summer. Recommend

I was so excited to read this as I love Hannah’s books and writing, I’ve read most (if not possibly all) of her previous books and so I was pretty much certain I would love it and I wasn’t wrong. I have really enjoyed the sweet shop series since the very first book, could be something to do with the child in me (and most of us with a sweet tooth) wanting to run a sweet shop, but I just love these books.

I loved Holly and have enjoyed her story throughout these books, I love going on all these characters journeys with them throughout the course of their stories. I am so fond of all of them, the community and friendships held in these pages, they are a comfort and a delight to read.

Hannah always manages to fill her stories with sweet and loveable characters, great stories, full of heart, hope and happiness, this book is no exception and as always I’m eager for what she will write next.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

I adore this series, it just goes from strength to strength with each book. Can you believe this is the sixth in this delightful series already?

I've been emotionally invested in Holly and her story right from the very beginning when the sweetshop was just a pipe dream. She's such a lovely character and I don't want her story to end, she feels more of a friend now, rather than just a name in a book.

She's so lucky, I would absolutely love to own my own sweetshop, and as an extra bonus its set in the Cotswolds...perfect!

ASWATSCS is a sweet romance read, it has a brilliant cast of likeable characters and a fantastic sense of community spirit.

An enjoyable, heartwarming read that's hot on romance, relationships and sweets, obviously.

I jumped into this book series on Book 6 but despite the occasional throwback to previous books it did not deter me.

A Summer Wedding at the Second Chances Sweet Shop is everything that you will probably expect it to be; charming, fun, easy to read and a well paced story. What's not to like?!

I will read more from Hannah Lynn without a doubt.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book,

This is such a lovely book that I became totally absorbed in. I haven’t read any of the others in the series but that doesn’t matter as this can easily be read as a standalone.

Holly Berry owns a sweet shop in an idyllic Cotswold village. This is part of a series of which I have read a few but not all, but this did not matter.
Holly is now co parenting with her ex Ben and working out how their new partners fit into their new lives. As well as this the long awaited wedding of their friends Jamie and Finn is on the horizon.
But all is not going smoothly.
This series is about friendship and love and this story takes our characters further on. A lovely tale.

Oh please tell me there will be more!!!! I’m not ready for Holly's story to be done. I’ve absolutely fallen in love with this series from the first page of book 1 until now.

All leading up to Jamie's and Finn's big day, it’s not without tribulations and fear! Vespa for one!

But I love Holly and just find her so endearing, even when she was at odds with her mum for secrets. Oh, and Maud is back!!

More Evan this time and he’s an interesting addition to the book. I love his and Holly’s story, but they need more and it will be interesting to see what happens next with them.

As with the others, this was so addictive like sweets. I read this one so I did miss listening to Holly’s voice but equally, I am glad I read it so I could get it done at my pace and really savour it. I really do want more Holly as I love the series. It is such a happy go-to place, well as long as you avoid any altercation at the pond with the ducks.

It's just adorable and cute and I will give any of my sweets up to get the next book now!!!

BLOG TOUR REVIEW

Review for 'A Summer Wedding At The Second Chances Sweet Shop' by Hannah Lynn.

Read and reviewed for Hannah Lynn, Boldwood Books, Book & Tonic, NetGalley and Rachel's Random Resources Tours.

Publication date 1st April 2024.

This is the second book I have read by this author. It is also the sixth book in the 'Holly Berry Sweet Shop' series but all books in this series can be read as a standalone. I have also read 'Sunny Days At The Second Chances Sweet Shop' (book 5 in the series)

This novel consists of 54 chapters. The chapters are short in length so easy to read 'just one more chapter' before bed...OK, I know yeah right, but still just in case!

This book has fantastic descriptions that set you straight in the scenes. The cover, title and synopsis suit the storyline perfectly.

OMG!!! I absolutely LOVE this stunning series!! I fell in love with the characters and just everything in the first book I read by Hannah which was 'Sunny Days At The Second Chances Sweet Shop' and was landed when this book came out! I must admit I was a bit dubious about how on Earth Hannah could make another book just as gorgeous as that one but she most definitely did. in fact, I would go as far as saying I loved this one just that but morel!!! in this gorgeous book we meet the fantastic and sweet Holly again. Holly has just returned from her holiday where she ended up in a relationship with the lovely Evan. Holly is wondering whether the relationship will still be the same when Evan comes to stay in the village but has also got many other things on her mind!!! Not only is she looking after her 9 month old daughter Hope, she is busy running her sweet shop and her Dad's 60th birthday is coming up. If that isn't enough she is also helping to prepare for the wedding of her friends Jamie and Finn!!! Now, Holly is someone who likes to compartmentalise things so having Evan come into her home while she has so much other things going on is a huge step for her!! Holly is nervous about introducing Evan to her parents and Hope and at the same time is trying not to get used to him helping out too much, such as in her sweet shop, as she knows he has to work away a lot in his job. With so much going on in her life can Holly cope with it all? Will the wedding go as planned? Will her parents like Evan? If you want to find out if the wedding goes ahead, what the plans for Holly's Dad's 60th will be and how her parents will react to Evan then you will just have to grab your copy of this absolutely stunning page tuner today wont you? i can promise you, whether you start with this book or the first book in this absolutely gorgeous series you will not be disappointed!! Hannah is one of those books that can write book after book featuring the same characters and I will never get bored, especially as they have now come to feel like friends. The only negative thing I can say is that apart from them living on in my mind and the story coming to life when I read it is that these fantastic characters only actually live on paper as I am devastated every time I have to say Goodbye to them!! I do have to say though that this book is not specifically about the wedding but is just a part of the storyline which didn't bother me in the slightest but just so you know before you get started! The storyline is stunning and is ram packed with friendship, romance, stress, parenthood, family, sweets, wedding planning, fun and is an absolutely stunning escapism read!!! This is one of those books that are very easy to read and perfect for any reading situations whether you are laying on a beach or curled up in front of a fire. It is an absolutely ideal read for anyone who is looking for a gorgeous and relaxing read that will have you hooked from beginning to end. I absolutely LOVED the realism of this storyline which made it so easy to picture everything that was going on which had been helped by Hannah's fantastic evocative writing skills. I cannot wait to get hooked into more of Hannah's books so I hope she is busy writing her next one while I get stuck into the previous books in this stunning series!! This is definitely one of those books that will turn a frown upside down and make life seem a lot brighter. Grab your copy today and fall in love with The Holly Berry sweet shop series today!!!

Well done Hannah on yet another absolutely stunning and perfect addition to a gorgeous series!!!

Although this is the sixth book in the series I had absolutely no problems reading it without the others. Any details or events that have previously happened are mentioned in just the right amount of detail to let a new reader know what has happened and yet not too much to bore a previous reader.

The characters were all an eclectic mix and each one of them were realistic and strong. I was completely invested in them all. It also makes them more realistic, believable and made me feel even more for them than I normally would. I loved meeting them all again in this book after falling in love with them in book 5 in this series after they very quickly became to feel like friends. I absolutely adore Holly who is just such a likeable, friendly and amazing woman. She is a single mum to 9 month Hope and Hannah's evocative writing really brought them (well, all the characters) to life. Holly co-parents with her ex Ben who I actually really liked which surprised me when I first met him. Normally the ex boyfriend is made out to be a complete pillock and horrible person but I love the fact that in this case their romance just fizzled out but they stayed friends and they work together really well. I absolutely love Evan who is just the absolute sweetest guy ever!! There were just so many amazing characters that I loved getting to know that I could write about them all day but I don't want to bore you so I'll start to wrap it up here. I do want to mention Jamie, Fin and Caroline who were lovely friends to Holly and just fantastic people and Holly's Mum and Dad who I also really liked. Each of the characters are memorable and unique in their own ways and they are a group that I wont ever be forgetting any time soon! I cannot wait to meet them all again and again!!!

Pick up this book and get lost in this absolutely gorgeous page turner!

Congratulations Hannah on an yet another absolutely stunning read that I just could not put down!!! I would absolutely love to see this series turned into movies!!! This is the exact reason you are on my favourite author list and here's to your next success 🥂

Make sure you read to the very end of the book to read the first chapter of Hannah's 'New Beginnings at Wildflower Lock', which promises to be just as gorgeous as this book. It is one I'm definitely looking forward to reading myself!!

Overall an unputdownable, gorgeous, STUNNING page turning book filled with family romance, fun, laughter, friendship and so much more!! A perfectly relaxing and stunning unique read!!!!

313 pages.

This book is just £2.99, to purchase on kindle, free with Kindle Unlimited and £9.99 in paperback at time of review via Amazon which I think is an absolute bargain for this book!!!

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Loved this book, didn’t like Evan!! I was always waiting for the twist, but I got it wrong. It’s a very cosy book which I love to sit down to. The characters filled the story and were very real. Recommended to read.

A Summer Wedding at the Second Chances Sweet Shop by Hannah Lynn

I received an advance review copy for free thanks to Rachel's Random Resources and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Blurb

Also known as A Summer Wedding at the Cotswolds Candy Store

Going to the chapel, but will they get married?

After the holiday romance to beat all other holiday romances, it’s back to regular life for Holly Berry, and the sweet shop is busier than ever. With Jamie and Fin’s wedding coming up, Holly is rushed off her feet, making sure their big day is perfect.

So when her handsome boyfriend comes to visit, she is both elated to see him and overwhelmed. She wants to show Evan all the things she loves about her village, as well as introducing him to baby Hope, but how can she find the time?!

Evan offers to lend a helping hand in the shop, and as he gets to know the locals, this loud and proud American certainly makes an impression. But Holly knows she can’t get used to this – because it won’t be long until he has to go home.

Can she make the most of the summer, with everyone she loves finally in the same place, or will she let the hectic wedding planning get the better of her?

My Opinion

Whilst I haven't read all of the books in this series, I have to say that I really enjoy coming back to spend time with Holly Berry ad her friends, they are just so welcoming. This book will leave you with a warm and cosy feeling. This is such a sweet and heart-warming read, that was such a joy to read and a great distraction. In fact now I want my own sweet shop.

For me Hannah Lynn is one of those authors that I enjoy more with every book and I am eagerly waiting to see what the next release will be.

Rating 4/5

Don't we all love a wedding? And this book is no exception. Yet another great book by Hannah continuing the Second Chances Sweet Shop series.

I have always fancied reading the second chances sweet shop books, so when the latest one was available I thought I’d see whether the book was as good as the sweet treats the shop sells. However, the author’s dedication ‘to all readers who have come on this journey with Holly’ should have been a huge indicator that prior knowledge of the characters was a must for enjoying this book. This book can definitely not be read, and enjoyed fully, as a stand alone book. I felt very much like I was missing a great deal as almost immediately characters and scenarios were sprung on me that it was assumed I, as reader, were aware of.
I have read & enjoyed many other books mid-series, so I just assumed I’d be able to do the same with this series, and that is on me rather than the author, who has lovingly written a happily ever after for her character. This book is well written & I would definitely look for others written by her, but unfortunately, my enjoyment of it was marred by my decision to drop in without knowing who I was meeting & how they got there. Perhaps in the future I will be able to start at the beginning of Holly’s story.
4 stars for the overall writing of this book but dropped one purely because the story doesn’t stand up unless propped up by the previous books.

A Summer Wedding At The Second Chances Sweet Shop is actually book number six from the ‘Holly Berry Sweet Shop’ series and i absolutely love the titles of these books - they all sound amazing and so warm and inviting!

The author wrote this book really well and i love how she makes all the characters feel like old friends. The more we get to know everyone and become involved in their lives, the more i fell in love with them and enjoyed their company!!

This was such a sweet, lovable and heartwarming book that will have you racing through the pages and leave you with a big smile on your face too…….