Honeymoon Alone

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Pub Date 3 Dec 2019 | Archive Date 6 Jun 2020

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Description

Just how reliable are psychics – specifically psychics hired by your sister for wedding entertainment?

When irrepressibly romantic Lucy Gray is ditched at said wedding by her date in front of her whole family, the promises of a psychic seem better than her pity-riddled reality.

The psychic’s advice seems insightful: stop ignoring fate’s signs – fate will lead you to love. But when “fate” leads Lucy to London, she finds herself tangled in a web of lies. In a story about finding independence and taking chances,

Lucy learns that leaving everything up to fate can be dangerous – and jeopardize her chances at happily ever after.

Just how reliable are psychics – specifically psychics hired by your sister for wedding entertainment?

When irrepressibly romantic Lucy Gray is ditched at said wedding by her date in front of her...


Advance Praise

"Hilarious, heart warming and lovable - this is a book that I could not put down. From the incredible characters to the well written plot that leaves you laughing, heart sore and fingers crossed for more." - Working Mommy Journal

"A lighthearted love story with plenty of London coziness and Christmas cheer...[a] breezy, charming novel that finds humor in the societal pressures to find a husband." - Kirkus Reviews

"It keeps being fun...[As Lucy] opens her eyes to the wider world and to people she would never have met otherwise, she grows and changes in a way that is easy for the reader to root for." - Critics Report, The BookLife Prize

Just how reliable are psychics – specifically psychics hired by your sister for wedding entertainment?

"Hilarious, heart warming and lovable - this is a book that I could not put down. From the incredible characters to the well written plot that leaves you laughing, heart sore and fingers crossed for...


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Lucy Gray comes from a big family and does exactly what she should do- all the time. She plans her sister Marian’s wedding- even when she had a wedding planner. And made two reservations of all the wedding plans so Marian could make last minute decisions. So when Marian forgets to cancel honeymoon #2 in London, Lucy decides its a sign for a change. ⁣
What Lucy doesn’t anticipate is the hunk that meets her at the airport or the hunk at the hotel. Or that the hotel is specifically reserved for couples only....⁣
Humor, romance and family hysterics all in one. ⁣

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The story is told in first person for a reason as certain things must remain hidden from Lucy and her friend until the end. I figured those things out after a while but since the main emphasis of the story is on Lucy and how she changes, I was okay with her staying in the dark. The whole set-up of the plot, along with some of the details needed to keep all the balls in the air, requiresthe reader to just go with it. But then most rom-com movies induce some eye rolling and have some “Yeah, okay” moments, too.

To repeat – the majority of the story is about Lucy discovering new things and strengths about herself. I liked watching her spread her wings and decide that she was going to make this work and make the most of it. The friendship that she forges with her old school acquaintance is fun to watch and she doesn’t lose her agency as I’m used to seeing in these situations. She also fends off “the other” guy’s questions and intrusions into her life until their relationship begins to change. He was never utterly obnoxious (more like a bit annoying at first until Lucy began to take some control of the relationship) and slowly we can see his feelings changing for her. I also adored Lucy’s family’s blog.

There were a few things that made me think another editing pass would have been nice such as two uses of the word “ushering.” “Everyone seems to be closing shop early for the holidays, ushering down the streets to family and traditions.” “Everyone is ushering inside for reprieve from holiday madness and bitter chill.” Another reviewer pointed out that FAO Schwarz was misspelled.

Still I enjoyed Lucy’s joie de vivre and watching her break out of her rut and grab her chance to do what she wants. It is also nice that the humor in the book isn’t turned on Lucy as so often happens in chicklit. I would have liked to learn what she decided to do with her thoughts on how she wanted to change in her life going forward (besides permanently hooking up with The One). But for me to enjoy a trope I thought I was tired of says a lot. B-

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This book was hard to put down. I devoured it in two sittings. The story was so captivating it made you not want it to end. I love it!

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I was provided this book for an honest review from netgalley and publishers.

This is such a cute,funny, feel good story. At first I was not sure I was going to like it but than I read the description and the cover made me change my mind.
I feel like even tho this is a romance book it Is more a womens journey to self discovery. She travels and made me want to as well.

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A cute, fun little romance read. It was a bit predictable in my opinion, but that didn't take away from any of the enjoyment. If you're looking for something light and fun I definitely recommend it. I loved how family played a significant part in this book, which is something we don't see a lot of. Lucy was an enjoyable character to read about, and it was fun getting to follow her in her adventures around London and Paris.


Thank you Netgalley for providing me with a copy for review.

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Honeymoon Alone | Nicole Macaulay
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Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
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Synopsis: Just how reliable are psychics – specifically psychics hired by your sister for wedding entertainment?
When irrepressibly romantic Lucy Gray is ditched at said wedding by her date in front of her whole family, the promises of a psychic seem better than her pity-riddled reality.
The psychic’s advice seems insightful: stop ignoring fate’s signs – fate will lead you to love. But when “fate” leads Lucy to London, she finds herself tangled in a web of lies. In a story about finding independence and taking chances,
Lucy learns that leaving everything up to fate can be dangerous – and jeopardize her chances at happily ever after.
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Review: Honeymoon Alone was such an enjoyable read! I got A PG version of Christina Lauren vibes with the kinda quirky fun loving main character, overbearing but loving family, and a great personal adventure to get to love. I really liked how her love interest wasn’t completely obvious from the beginning and it was just as much of a self discovery story as it was a romance. Overall it was a heart warming, fun read!
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I’d totally recommend this book for any RomCom lovers or someone who wants a light hearted happy book! Thank you @netgalley for the great book! Happy Reading!

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Honeymoon Alone is a cute, fun, easy read. I brought this book with me on a vacation and it was the perfect book to enjoy poolside. It’s predictable at times, but still enjoyable!

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After a disastrous wedding date, our heroine finds herself at a crossroads. Should she go on a big adventure or stay in the boundaries her family and her have set with her life. Ultimately, she takes the risk and we the reader are left to enjoy a stroll through the sights and sounds of London. We get to see it through her eyes and watch her fall for the hero. And anymore explanation on that and it will spoil things. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to any other books Nicole Macaulay writes.

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Gah I loved this! It was so cute and fun. I loved the writing style and everything! I definitely want to see more from this author.

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Honeymoon Alone is a sweet and addicting romance. I expected to read a few chapters before bed but instead found myself halfway through this book before I forced myself to go to sleep way past my bedtime.

When Lucy decides to take a psychic’s advice to follow fates signs she finds herself in London expecting to have an adventure of a lifetime. Instead, she is forced to lie and is troubled with more complications than she ever could have imagined - including a broody concierge and a former High School classmate who was asked to keep an eye on her.

I loved Lucy (pun intended) and her entire outspoken and occasionally overbearing family. Her family blog was one of the highlights of the book for me. I couldn’t stop laughing at these characters and enjoyed everything they did to help and protect one another. I would love to read another story featuring the Grays. I don’t want to give too much away but I was happy with how the romance unfolded. It was funny, sweet and a little bit messy. The plot twist at the end was expected but I still enjoyed every chapter and couldn’t put this book down..

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Thank you to BooksGoSocial and NetGalley for an ARC (or rather, a free review copy, as I received it after the book was published), in exchange for an honest review.

This was a light and fun read, and the author really made the main character come alive. Although I did get a bit fed up with her absolute naiveté and general cluelessness, her overall sweetness of character made up for it. I loved the way the family relationships were brought into the story as well. The build-up to the crime caper she got involved in, and its denouement, were very foreseeable, but this did not detract from my enjoyment in the least. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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This quirky & lighthearted rom-com was the perfect quick read I didn’t know I needed! While at her sister’s 80’s themed wedding, 26 year old Lucy Gray is told by a psychic that her life will start when she starts following fate’s signs. With that seed planted, an opportunity comes up & Lucy spontaneously goes to London over Christmas break. Once she decides to fully embrace London Lucy, adventure & hijinks ensue! There are plenty of eye rolling & laugh out loud moments during Lucy’s journey of self-discovery & love. I appreciated Lucy wholeheartedly experiencing & enjoying her once in a lifetime trip. Makes me nostalgic for my trips to London & Paris! Thank you NetGalley & Nicole Macaulay for the opportunity!

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Predictable Lucy is just that... predictable. But when the date she brought to her sister’s wedding publicly ends up with someone else there, Lucy finds herself in the psychic's tent as a means of escaping. The psychic tells her to stop avoiding the signs of fate, and wedding psychics are absolutely reliable, right? Wrong. Lucy decides that while she's ignoring fate, she'll also ignore the psychic. Watering plants at her sister's house one day, Lucy discovers that her sister, who booked two honeymoons because she couldn't decide which one she wanted to go on, never cancelled the second option to London. Is this the sign the psychic was talking about? Lucy decides that it is, and so begins her whirlwind adventure in London, her honeymoon alone. This was absolutely adorable & absolutely fun! The writing was incredibly real & I laughed out loud at multiple parts. This book is everything you want in a romcom. Thank you to the author, the publisher, and Netgalley for my review copy.

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A cute romance story. Lucy decides to enjoy a crazy trip on her sister's unused honeymoon. She steps outside her comfort zone and the adventure begins. The characters in the story are well written and relatable. A enjoyable read and would recommend this to others. Thanks Netgalley for the chance to read this book. I received a free ebook for an honest review.

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This was a very cute, fun read. It was quick, well-paced, and all-around enjoyable. I think the story could have had a little more depth to it, which is ultimately what brought it down from a 5 star for me. It reminded me a little of a Meg Cabot book, in a good way. A fun, quirky main character is always a draw for me. I would definitely recommend this to people.

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What a great writer. This book was a great and well written funny feel good story.
Lucy's sister had booked 2 honeymoons and when Lucy heard one booking was available she decides to try something new and goes to London. What follows is an amazing story of a young woman finding herself while exploring the world, and the humorous stuff that ensued because she has lied about being married to keep the room.

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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing a copy of "Honeymoon Alone" in return for an honest review.

Lucy Gray is part of a very large family and always does what's expected of her. That is until her sister forgot to cancel backup honeymoon arrangements in London. Lucy decides it's her chance to go on an adventure.

"Honeymoon Alone" was a cute, lighthearted story about Lucy's journey to discover more about herself, while meeting handsome men along the way. The story was a little slow at first and I have to admit, I initially found Lucy a little annoying. That did change though once she started to grow as a character in London. I thought the plot was a little predictable, I caught the twist with certain characters pretty quickly. That said, in the end the story was fun and readers will enjoy watching Lucy grow as a character.

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Thank you for the opportunity to read this ARC! I enjoyed this book very much. It was a fun read to enjoy while traveling. Thanks!

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Finding herself dumped at her sister's wedding, Lucy escapes to London to find herself and have a new adventure. Told through the first person, she begins experiencing new things. This was a fun, light read that I read quickly.

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A nice idea for a romance., which is what drew me to the book in the first plsce. The execution needs a little work but overall enjoyable.

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An engrossing read that charts the journey of personal growth people go on. Being written in first person it kept the reader guessing and in the dark as much as the characters, which made for a very engaging and fun read. A book that is so easy to binge on in one or two settings as you want to know what happens next.

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Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC. Lucy’s sister gets married and since she is a planner, she double booked everything, including a honeymoon. Conveniently, she forgot to cancel her second honeymoon so Lucy, against her norm, heads to London. When she arrives, she realizes she is staying in a couples only, honeymoon resort. Thankfully, Lucy’s best friend looked up an old classmate to keep an eye on Lucy while she was there. Cary ends up posing as Lucy’s husband. Cute story with a fun mystery to boot! #honeymoonalone #nicolemacaulay

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I'd not heard of this author before but really hope to hear of her in the future. I really enjoyed this light-hearted novel. Who hasn't felt the need to get away from the mundane obligations and the interfering of our families? Who hasn't started with an innocent white lie that quickly spirals out of control? Lucy's decision to take her sister's spare honeymoon (who has one of those?) means she has to pretend to be newly married to continue to stay in the hotel. Her adventures are fun and engaging and had me turning the pages quickly until I finished this enjoyable book.

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This book really exceeded my expectations. I expected to like it, but not as much as I did. To be honest, the premise was pretty cheesy, and the book itself started out cheesy. As soon as we got past an 80's themed wedding with a psychic though (what?! who does that?!) things started to pick up. I really enjoyed these characters, even if they did need to be better at communication. I enjoyed seeing how Lucy grew into herself as the story went on and become more confident. Most of all, this made me really want to go to London. The city itself played a huge part in the story and I really enjoyed it.

This book is great for anyone who is longing to travel right now and wants to pretend that they're in London along with Lucy.

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I don’t want to start out negative but I really didn’t understand the family blog Communication thing. Could have completely left that out in my opinion it didn’t really tie into the story.

On another note I really loved the whole honeymooner killer thing. It really gave the story a uniqueness and originality!

I really love the main characters rebellion to find her self. To step out and do something she’s always wanted even if her family had a fit about it.

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I adored this sweet romance!

When Lucy has a reading done by a psychic at her sister's wedding, she decides she needs to listen to fate's signs. So, when she learns her perfectly organised sister forgot to cancel her second honeymoon in London, she decides to go in her place and have a holiday of her own.

Lucy was such a wonderful character that I definitely connected with. I also loved her friendship with Cary, and her connection with Oliver. Unlike some other 'spontaneous' reads, this one didn't feel too unrealistic which was nice!

Overall, a cute read that I would recommend to anyone who enjoys light-hearted romance!

Thanks to BooksGo Social and Netgalley for the review copy.

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This was such a sweet romantic book. Lucy was such a relatable character, and you are able to connect with her right off the bat. This was a light and easy romantic read that I needed. The storyline was really unique and something that I have never read before. I appreciated the originality of it and loved that there was a recap at the end as well.

Thank you to the Publisher and NetGalley for the advanced copy of this book.

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This book is a lovely reprieve from a constant deluge of bad news going on around the world. Reminiscent of The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren, this debut novel by Macaulay is such a charming book that captures the magic of your first trip and discovering there's a big great world out there! I loved the main character, Lucy Gray, and could instantly connect to her as a young 20-something woman myself. I also love the way this book explored family dynamics (coming from a very involved family myself). The setting of London during Christmastime was beautifully depicted, and if you're looking for a lovely, light rom-com full of hijinks and adventure, look no further. Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with this ARC to review.

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This book was such a light and fun read that made me smile lots of time and I am telling you right now, I will be picking it up again someday when I am feeling down. This wasn't a great book, it had flaws and everything but this was definitely what I would call a cute read.
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I linked with the character of Lucy, cause I am that girl who wishes to travel the world see the northern lights, shout in Alps mountains, swing in Bali and that too alone. But I am always scared that might not be able to do these things, so seeing her life and adventure through her very optimistic eyes was just amazing. I feel the itch to travel now, pack my bags and just go.
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I loved Oliver's character, I thought he was hiding something but for the life of me, I couldn't have guessed what was he hiding. Additionally, I didn't much like Cory's character which also evidently had a complete u-turn around the end of the book. I liked how Lucy's family is caring and bordering on the over-protective. (Just like my Indian Family, imagine me telling them I having a trip all over the world by myself, they probably will have a heart attack.)
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This book is a romance, yes, but kinda a slow-burn one and one that is not the centre of the book. It's more about self-discovery than anything else and that made it all the best to read.
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Thank you Netgalley for providing me with a copy for review. I really want to give this 3.5 stars but I can't so giving it 4 stars.

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Lucy is ready for a break. She needs to get away. Should she take the chances being shown to her all around? I am glad that I chose this light hearted and fun read. Lucy was quirky and fun. I have not read a book by Nicole Macaulay but will be adding her to my must be read pile. I received a copy through Netgalley. A positive review was not required.

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This is a book about a young teacher named Lucy. Unlucky in love, having a date go wrong at her sister's wedding, Lucy decides to pay a visit to the wedding's psychic, in hope for some direction. The psychic tells Lucy she needs to trust in fate, and that fate will lead to love. Unexpectedly, Lucy finds herself able to travel to London for Christmas break, on a honeymoon that she is taking alone. Upon arriving, she ends up in a web of lies, along the way meeting interesting people, discovering the city and discovering herself.

I absolutely loved this book. It had me from the first couple of pages, it was hard to put down. The characters were awesome. I related to Lucy in so many ways, from being a teacher, to having an overprotective family and being nervous to take chances. She was so relatable, sweet, funny and just fun to read. I loved her take on everything, her inner monologue and her realism. The other characters were developed enough, I loved each side story. The descriptions of the setting were magical. The story unfolded in a way that left me surprised! But I enjoyed every minute, and I loved how everything came together at the end. The only thing that could have made it better would have been to find out what happens after the ending, I just wanted to know more! I can't wait to read more from this author!

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The story about how a woman unravels what she can do and achieve without needing any man. I like this kind of stories which promote self-love and women-empowerment. It is a funny and feel good story it's just unputdownable.

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This was a cute story of a girl who decides to take a chance and go on an unexpected adventure. She inspires people to do what they really want to do as a result and she finds a little excitement along the way. This was an easy enjoyable read and I found myself smiling along the way.


*I received a free electronic version from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

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I actually had to read this book on Kindle Unlimited because for some reason, it wasn't showing up when I requested it through NetGalley on my Kindle, even though it was showing up on my shelf. Any way, I am really glad it was offered through Kindle Unlimited, because I totally loved this book. It was a great story with such fun characters. Even though I've never really had the itch to travel abroad, it sounded so appealing that I kinda want to now . This was the author's debut novel and I look forward to reading future books by her.

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Adorable story! Unfortunately I was only able to read a sample on Amazon because this wouldn’t download for me. Hopefully, I can read the entire story because I was really enjoying it!

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This was an engaging read from start to finish. With a slightly quirky family base Lucy is guaranteed to have a life that is always a little challenging. We meet her at her sisters wedding where she is Maid of Honor, cue a highly inappropriate colour choice of a purple polka dot dress for a redhead and her guest "boyfriend" for the event, aka as a fellow teacher, disappearing into the photo booth with her cousin. A series of mishaps lead Lucy to decide to take up her sister's alternative honeymoon plans, yes she did seriously book two of everything. An impromptu trip to London to stay at a honeymooners only hotel leads to a whole trail of adventures and she encounter gorgeous Cary from her school days but also the enigmatic Oliver who never stops asking questions.

Add in the international hunt for The Honeymooners - a pair of criminals, a quick trip to Paris and a sad lack of rain in London and this is a surefire enjoyable read.

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This book was a whirlwind! Lucy is the ultra-organized sister of Marian, who is getting married at the beginning of the book. Known for being a perfectionist, Marian had double bookings for everything-- including her honeymoon in London. When Lucy realizes that the trip was not cancelled, she makes a spontaneous decision-- something she never does-- to go to London for Christmas vacation. Along the way, her best friend sets her up with high school friend Cary, who ends up staying with her as a pretend boyfriend. She also meets Oliver, who is supposedly a concierge at the hotel.

While very well written, there were some scenes that felt a little ridiculous, but overall a great read!

**My thanks to the publisher for providing me with a free copy for an honest review**

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Honeymoon Alone by Nicole Macaulay

I can't say enough how much I fell for the two main characters of this story. At it's core Honeymoon Alo e is a Heart-warming story that will melt even the coldest of hearts. Although this was a quick read for me I very much enjoyed the character development of Lucie and her romantic/not so romantic interest. You'll know what I mean when you pick this gem up. Deep and at times insightful this book is definitely worth a read. I hope to read more about these characters in the future.

5/5 Stars

Thank you #NetGalley and #BooksGoSocial for this book in exchange for my honest review.

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SUCH A CUTE READ! I could not recommend this one enough! I think this books show us just how great life can be if we just put ourselves out there. Lucy is the perfect main character!

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This was a fun, quirky book about finding yourself by letting go. I LOVE novels that feed my wanderlust. So traveling with Lucy was a delight. She had such an upbeat, relatable spirit to her, I couldn't help but root for her.

If I'm being honest, there wasn't a lot of substance to the story itself, however, I wanted a light fluffy read to distract me, and this was perfect. It will make you smile, it will make you laugh, and it will tug at your heartstrings. The side characters are fun, and the writing is truly amazing.

I wish there was more to Lucy and Oliver, but I didn't mind that in the face of watching our main character grow and develop through the journey!

I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review!

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This was such a cute story! I've been living vicariously through books that include international travel! I enjoyed following Lucy as she experienced her first time in London and Paris thinking back to my own. I loved the Romance and even a little thrill toward the end of the book!

I just reviewed Honeymoon Alone by Nicole Macaulay. #HoneymoonAlone #NetGalley

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I loved this story. I ended it wishing there was more. It was lighthearted and fun. I wanted to befriend Lucy and travel with her. I look forward to the next book by Nicole Macaulay.

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This book was such a refreshing read. I like to have a stack of books that I consider palette cleansers and this would definitely be one of them. This is a great read if you just read a really heavy book.
It was kind of like the unhoneymooners except this was ended up being a honeymoon for one. The psychic in the story was a fun catalyst to her adventures. I don't think I've read another book that has a psychic element.. The writing was absolutely up there with other well known Rom Com authors. For me, a good rom com will always give me nostalgic 90's rom com movie feels, and this book did this for me. I enjoyed it so much that I have ordered a hard copy to keep on my bookshelf, because this will be one that I reread on a nice rainy day, sitting on my reading chair with a cup of coffee.

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I really enjoyed reading this cute romcom set in London for two main reasons: 1. I can relate to the main character - Lucy who is a grown up woman yet pampered and looked after by her older siblings even though she wants to be independent and knows that she will be alright by herself.
2. The story has a little twist which I didnt think would come about as romcoms are generally quite predictable.

Synopsis: Lucy has never travelled outside the US and when her psychic advises her to start living her life and look for signs, she jumps at the opportunity to go to visit London for Christmas on her sister's reservation (the one she forgets to cancel) at a honeymoon suite. Along comes a man named Cary who is more than happy to pretend to be her husband at the suite to get the staff off her back.

But does she end up falling in love with Cary? Does the staff believe in her lies or are they looking for opportunities to catch her red handed?

A light quick read which I felt came to me at the right time! I would give it 3.5 stars and would recommend you to read it especially if you have just read a heavy book.

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This is a wonderful book for a holiday/beach read. Very in line with Jenny Colgen and Ali McNamara. Honeymoon Alone is a sweet book, so warm and touching I appreciated the minor nod to Meg Cabot in her early Boy Next Door book. The ending was super predictable but it was very welcome!

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A really fun read with a lot of great characters (main and supporting), snappy dialogue and a little mustery thrown in.

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A fun, light, read.
The author has a way of easing you into the story instead of jumping right in, and I really enjoyed that. It was refreshing, light and lighthearted. Exactly what I was looking for.

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Honeymoon Alone is a very cute and fun read. Definitely more of a nice cozy chic-lit than a romance to me. Lucy is a teacher that isn't too lucky in the love department. Takes a spontaneous trip to London. Falls in love...maybe? I like that their was a little teeny tiny bit of mystery added in. Overall it was a nice, easy, enjoyable read.

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I enjoyed this book very much. I thought the characters were adorable. I enjoyed the premise of the unmarried sister being the one to get this done. Then finally doing something for herself. It was a enjoyable rom-com, which I was seeking at this time. I LOVE books that have a HEA.

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Honeymoon Alone has it all: personal growth, an unexpected romance, and a shocking crime. I enjoyed the slow burn romance, and I was pleasantly surprised with whom Lucy chose. The story has twists and turns that kept you guessing until the very end. I really enjoyed how the characters main growth was not overshadowed by her love story or a result of her relationship with anyone. At its heart, this novel is truly a book about learning to love yourself. All of the amazing things that Lucy experiences are a result of her self-discovery. Additionally, the beautiful descriptions of London make me want to go on my own trip there! When I finished the book, I realized that nobody was who they seemed to be at first glance. So, that begs the question, who is Lucy? Read to find out...

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Brilliant, brilliant!

The main character, Lucy, is tired of being predictable and decides to go out of her comfort zone. When her sister, Marian, forgets to cancel one of her two honeymoons, Lucy takes the chance to go on an adventure in London. There in London, she encounters a number of people, ranging from an old classmate she hasn't seen since high school to a rude concierge whom she keeps running into.

I really enjoyed Lucy's interactions with the people she meets because the conversations she has are so delightful. I think that one of the best parts about this book is definitely its humor. The reader also gets to see posts that Lucy's family publish on their blog, kind of like a little commentary on what they think of Lucy's unexpected vacation, and the stuff they write is hilarious. There's romance in this book as well, and I was thoroughly happy with the way things turned out.

All in all, great book!

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Lucy is maid of honor for her sister, she has an 80s themed wedding, and also a psychic, who's says Lucy is to start her life and not hold back.
Her sister had booked 2 honeymoons and forgot to cancel the 1 in London, so Lucy decodes the psychic is right, and she goes on the honeymoon alone. I loved this book. It was funny quirky, with a small twist, just a great read.

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Honeymoon Alone by Nicole Macaulay is the perfect escapist read for another monotonous day of sheltering in place. I devoured this one over the course of a few hours, so light and breezy was the author's conversational narrative. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is looking for a joyful, uplifting read.

Lucy Gray has never strayed far from her comfort zone, content in the bosom of her large and involved family. But when her sister books two honeymoons rather than one out of an abundance of preparedness, Lucy cannot resist the opportunity to take the new bride's place on the unused honeymoon to London. For Lucy, the journey represents more than a trip across the Atlantic. It is an awakening to the need to pursue a more fully actualized and fulfilling life.

This is a sweet, feel-good read that will have you rooting for Lucy every step of the way. 4.5 stars

Many thanks to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for the opportunity to read this ARC.

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What a delightful and breezy read! Like most romantic comedy books, this has your typical girl needs new life/goes on adventure storyline. However, there’s just a little bit of intrigue that keeps you flipping the pages.

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Place a gal in search of a life outside of her comfort zone, toss in 2 hot guys and then a generous dash of mystery and you'll end up with Honeymoon Alone.

A totally fun read for entertainment.
Plus it does make you start to wonder if stepping out of your own comfort zone couldn't lead to life-altering adventures.

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When Lucy gets dumped by her date at her sister’s wedding after everyone sees him making out with her cousin, she is not sure what to do. The answer comes a day later after her sister and husband have left for their honeymoon...A hotel in London is calling to confirm her honeymoon reservations for the other honeymoon she forgot to cancel. Impulsively Lucy decides to go on the honeymoon and pretend to be her sister, but she needs a “husband.” As Lucy gets caught up in a web of lies, you are left wondering if she will get away with it or things will come crashing down.

This is an absolutely hysterical book. I found myself reading it quickly because I wanted to see how it would end. Thank you #netgalley for the opportunity to review this book in exchange for a free copy.

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Honeymoon Alone was such a cute and fun book. At Lucy's sister's wedding, a psychic tells Lucy to follow the signs of fate. As fate would have it, that means a trip to London at Christmastime! 
Lucy, who never does anything spontaneous, flies to London and embarks on an adventure that she will never forget. I could relate to Lucy's character, who wants to abide by the rules but also needs to throw caution to the wind and try something fun for once. I adored the camaraderie between Lucy and Cary, who helps Lucy pull off a fake honeymoon, as well as the growing relationship between Lucy and Oliver, who starts off as a surly protagonist but turns into someone much better. I enjoyed this book and look forward to the day when I can take my own trip to London and Paris for Christmas!

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Admittedly this isn’t my usual genre but with so much going on in the world I wanted to read something lighter and I really enjoyed this! It’s fun and captivating and a great book to escape into!

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My kindle copy had formatting issues and at first I thought they would distract from the story. I was wrong. I loved this fanciful tale so much I read it all in one day. This story of a stuck in a rut 26 year old 3rd grade teacher with a family always working to keep her in her place totally changed after a psychic at her sister's wedding made her aware she needed to take chances in her life...to be aware of the 'signs.' She embarks on a trip from Massachusetts to London to use her sister's unused honeymoon hotel reservation and life will never be the same. I highly recommend this book for those who enjoy light, breezy romances with a touch of mystery.

I was provided this book for an honest review from NetGalley and BooksGoSocial

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I was not expecting to like this book as much as I did and I really wasn’t expecting to laugh as much as I did when reading Honeymoon Alone!! This was a funny, lighthearted, feel-good time!! I ended up finishing this book in a day!!

I will say this book started off a bit slow for me and a bit over the top but once Lucy was off to London the book really took off.

I found both the main characters to be a bit immature at the beginning. Lucy reminded me a bit of Gorgie from Fix Her Up. A big dork with a family that constantly treats her like she’s still a child. Some of it is because she’s a bit immature, but we do see her grow throughout the book. It really felt like we got to see Lucy grow into her own person in a really natural way without her character growth seeming forced.

I also have to admit that at first I was not feeling Oliver. It took my a while to warm up to him. He seemed like a bit of a brat at first. For a while I was rooting for Carey to swoop in (who by the way was a fantastic secondary character)!! But sure enough Oliver won we over with his boyish charm and stalkerish ways!!

Really enjoying Lucy and Carey’s scheming more than I should!! I loved reading them plot and gossip together!! Their friendship was one of the highlights of the book!!

And that ending!! I added a star just for the great twists and laughs!! I was going to put the away for the night but I was enjoying it too much to put down. This book put a big goofy smile on my face!!

Thank you to Nicole Macaulay, BooksGoSocial and NetGalley for providing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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Lucy is done playing it safe and never taking chances! However, when she takes a chance and leaves for London, she winds up for way more than she bargained for! This book is witty, endearing, suspenseful and fun! Set among London’s famous tourist locations with a quick trip to Paris, this book will leave you turning the pages to see what happens next. Follow Lucy’s adventures across the pond as she weaves a tangled web of small fibs that get her caught up in a big crime bust!

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Lucy Gray has a big family and does exactly what she is should do. She decided to enjoy a crazy trip on her sister's unused honeymoon. She steps out of her comfort zone and begins a journey to independence , self discovery and romance .

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Honeymoon Alone by Nicole Macaulay is a contemporary romance. When irrepressibly romantic Lucy Gray is ditched at said wedding by her date in front of her whole family, the promises of a psychic seem better than her pity-riddled reality. The psychic’s advice seems insightful: stop ignoring fate’s signs – fate will lead you to love. But when “fate” leads Lucy to London, she finds herself tangled in a web of lies. In a story about finding independence and taking chances, Lucy learns that leaving everything up to fate can be dangerous – and jeopardize her chances at happily ever after.

Honeymoon Alone is a story that caught my attention right at the begin. Lucy is sweet, reliable, and tired. Everyone expects her to do what they need and while they care about her they never seem to think about what she wants, only what they think is best for her. I could very much relate to her position and emotional state. She takes a chance, takes an impromptu trip, and comedy, romance, and a dash of danger are the result. I like that all of the conflicts and bumbles felt completely natural, and rather like things that would happen to me. I like how the characters were all well developed an d that the story does not frame Lucy as incomplete without romance, but that it would simple not be unwelcome. In much of the book romance takes a back seat to figuring out just what was going on and enjoying Lucy's discovery of London. For those looking for steam, there is none of that here- nothing more than some kisses- but the journey is very much worth the read.

Honeymoon Alone as much a story about Lucy finding herself and figuring out what she wants. I enjoyed the story and am glad I requested it from NetGalley.

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“Honeymoon Alone” by Nicole Macaulay was a fun, easy read. I really enjoyed this author’s writing style. This book had some humorous moments that kept me engaged. Lucy is definitely someone I can relate to. I really enjoyed the characters. I just wanted more towards the end. Overall, this is a quirky fun little book. Looking forward to reading more from this author in the future.

I received an e-galley of this book via NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

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This book was a light hearted easy read that I enjoyed. Overall it was a little predictable but I still couldn’t put the book down. Lucy Gray has always had a predictable life. When she decides to go on a last minute trip to London by herself, she begins a series of events that takes her on a adventure of a lifetime.

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Honeymoon Alone by Nicole Macaulay is a fun chic lit book, and my first book by this author. Lucy Gray talks to a psychic at her sister's wedding and decides to go to London's on her sister's back up honeymoon. Lucy is never spontaneous, so this was a big step for her. When Lucy arrives at the hotel in London, she discovers that the hotel is for newlyweds only, so she pretends her husband will be arriving later. I really enjoyed this book, it's a perfect escape. I will be reading more books by this author. I highly recommend this book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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i could not download the book initially, but was then advised it had been uploaded again. I really enjoyed the story and the writing style and will definitely look for more books by this author. The story was entertaining and well written. A very enjoyable read and would definitely recommend

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I liked this book, probably because I've always wondered what it would be like to travel to another country by myself. I thought it was mostly creative and a fun read. The characters were interesting and I enjoyed the opportunity to armchair travel!

Thank you to NetGalley and Books Go Social for the opportunity to read and provide an honest review of this book!

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Love the idea for this novel, I’m always up for a fun, feel-good travel romance! For someone who doesn’t seem to take many risks, our main character definitely shows some confidence issues throughout but manages to come out on the other side and ends on a much more confident and independent note.

I had some early predictions and a few of them panned out but there was plenty of surprise as well! While this started off a bit slow, I’m glad I stuck with it. The second half of this novel rapidly picks up the pace and I found myself racing to find out what happens in the end.

Special thanks to @netgalley and BooksGoSocial for providing this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. Full review on @goodreads, this book is out now!

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Lucy, a single 26 year old teacher, is left by her date at her sister's wedding. Marian, her sister has planned two honeymoons but forgets to cancel one. After speaking to a psychic at Marian’s wedding Lucy decides to take her first trip ever to London to make use of her sister's reservation. When she arrives Lucy discovers that the hotel is dedicated exclusively to honeymooners and she’s arrived alone!
I thought this book was adorable. I really wish I would have picked it up sooner and was a perfect read during the quarantine. It felt like an escape and a breath of fresh air. I will definitely be recommending this book and am looking forward to reading more from Nicole Macaulay.
Thank you to Net Galley for providing me with a copy for review.

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This book is an absolutely charming and relatable read. The characters are full of personality, and readers will feel right at home Lucy Gray and her family. It's a story about friendship and romance, and how breaking out of the mold of your every day life, can lead to an unconventional path to a happy ending.

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A fun, adorable and enjoyable read.

A story set over the Christmas period follows that of Lucy, a 26 year old teacher dumped by her date at her sister’s wedding.

Marian, the newly-married sister has managed to book two honeymoons, but has forgotten to cancel one... cue Lucy taking her first trip to London to make use of the honeymoon that her sister will not be going on. Sounds ideal right? Wrong. Lucy arrives - alone - at a destination catering for those on a honeymoon.

Always having been a doormat and doing things for others, Lucy decides to be more spontaneous and lands herself in some funny, questionable situations and at times these can be dangerous...sometimes they’re predictable and sometimes they’re not!

Lucy learns a lot, whilst on her break and she meets some people that help her along the way. She begins to learns who her true self is and how to be this better version.

The ending has a nice unexpected twist, but an exciting one. Enjoy!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book, in exchange for an honest review.

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A really fun, easy read.

After a psychic tells her to follow fate and it'll lead her to love, Lucy Gray decides to do just that - shocking her family and sending the family blog into overdrive, she, on the spur of the moment, decides to use her sister's second, unused honeymoon.

So follows a hilarious adventure in London (and a few nights in Paris). I kind of figured out what was going to happen in the end when she was reading the newspaper on the Chunnel back to London, but never expected how the end happened. PS if you are very scared of heights you may need to speed-read or skip some parts of the New Years Eve drama.

A delightful addition was the blogposts the Gray family make on their family blog - you get a real feel on each character's unique personalities.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for allowing me to read this book.

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i think this book was really cute. it was a sad little honeymoon story but then it became a super sexy romance. i liked it and it made me want to visit all the places!

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Thanks to Netgalley for providing me with this e-arc in exachange for an honest review.
Boy Oh Boy!! This was such a fun, easy read which is why I am conpelled to give this 4 stars.
So hear me out, if the title and cover don't pique your interest then I think A 26 year old single female will, who was let down (he made out with the cousin) by her date at her sister's wedding! Cue - the psychic, who tells her to heed fate's signs in order to find THE ONE, well not technically but we all know this is where it'll lead. So off Lucy goes to London and Paris because her newly-wed sister forgot to cancel her backup honeymoon stay!!!
I have never been to Europe so reading about it was fun and I really felt like paying it a visit after the pandemic!!
So we have an amazing protagonist, with no luck in her love life,off on an adventure with an overbearing family wjo are literally freakin out. As an asian I could relate to the latter so so much. I really loved Lucy because I could really relate to her, there were times when I nodded along, understanding her and times when I laughed out loud cuz let me tell ya this is a funny book.
There was kind of a love triangle and frankly I wasn't really flattered by either of 'em. I kept hoping a more charismatic gentleman will come and sweep Lucy off her feet.
And the ending!! I mean it was easy to predict, the whole story was predictable, but I squeaked when I read that ending.
I guess this is the perfect book to lighten and brighten up your day especially during such trying times.
It was a little slow to start with but I am glad I pushed through because I honestly enjoyed it alot.

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This was a super cute, romantic comedy type read.

This felt like a Hallmark Christmas movie in the best way possible.

A very enjoyable romance I would recommend checking out.

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What a great book! Just be warned you will want to book a trip to Europe, specifically London and Paris, which isn't a bad thing. The book is well written with great character development and chemistry between the characters.

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Thank you Netgalley for this oportunity to read and review this book!

When irrepressibly romantic Lucy Gray is ditched at said wedding by her date in front of her whole family, the promises of a psychic seem better than her pity-riddled reality. The psychic's advice seems insightful: stop ignoring fate's signs - fate will lead you to love. But when "fate" leads Lucy to London, she finds herself tangled in a web of lies. In a story about finding independence and taking chances, Lucy learns that leaving everything up to fate can be dangerous - and jeopardize her chances at happily ever after.
Very light, fun and engaging read. The characters were great and the story was wonderful! I loved the descriptions of Lucy's trip to London, and the ending was great! I would recomend it to all romance readers who love a happy ending!

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Firstly thank you to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for the ARC of this book, I've had this waiting for a while on my Kindle and I'm glad I finally got around to reading it. That being said, there were a few formatting issues. At one point, I did consider DNFR it, but once we got past the worst part it was just a few spaces missing between words, which I could deal with.

On the whole I really enjoyed this book, and it was not what I thought it would be. I was pleasantly surprised!

I loved Lucy as a character, I thought Macaulay really let her personality shine through this book in the way she behaved and we got to see her grow as time progressed. At 26, Lucy is hounded by her family at gatherings as to when she's going to settle down and start a family, and I applaud the author for bringing this into the book. Women are constantly questioned when they're going to have a baby or start a family, like just let us LIVE PEOPLE.

I also loved how Lucy interacted with her family and her best friend Mary. It was clear through the pages how much they loved each other and how tight knit they were. P.S. Mary is a joy, we all need a friend like her.

Now I've finished the book I can say that the plot was not what I was expecting at all.

When I first started reading it did come across very twee and tourist-y, once Lucy arrived in London, and that would have put me off had it not been for the introduction of Cary and Oliver, our two other main characters.

Macaulay cleverly weaves a web of deception, at no point throughout the book did I guess the ending... But when you look back all the clues were there and you almost kick yourself for not guessing it to begin with.

I did think this would be some twee romance novel, set in London with some dashing British man whisking Lucy off her feet... It was so much more than that. Every word written, and every chapter presented to us was a clever web of deception and cover ups.

I was completely in shock over the ending.

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Everything in this book that I liked, I really liked--from the vintage-loving, buttoned-down heroine Lucy, her cat named Ricky (Ricardo), traveling spontaneously, London during the holidays, and Lucy's various friends and love interests. However, I HAAAAAATED her co-dependent, smothering, concern-trolling family. I lived in Boston for 5 years, and I get that tight-knit, in-your-business families (and never traveling outside New England) are totally A THING, culture-wise, but a lawyer with a pregnant wife flying overseas, unannounced, to bring back his adult sister from her vacation 2 days early seems... unlikely and/or insane.

Anyway, it's a low-stress read (unless crazy families spike your blood pressure!). I look forward to more from this author.

Thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for a digital ARC for the purpose of an unbiased review.

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This was a light, fun, and interesting book. The characters were corky, interesting, and the storyline was unique. There's some mystery, romance and lots of laugh out loud moments. It's a wonderful book for those who love romantic comedy and unique storylines.

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A great book. Nice easy light read, would recommend to friends. Very enjoyable to read. 5 star rating

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This was a sweet, heart warming women’s fiction book. I loved the travel aspect. An amazing debut and I can’t wait to see what the author writes next.

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The psychic at her sister’s ‘80s themed wedding tells Lucy her life will begin soon, she only needs to stop ignoring “the signs”. But what signs?! After discovering that her newlywed sister didn’t cancel her backup reservation at The Chaizer London, a premium honeymoon hotel, Lucy decides this is just the sort of sign that psychic was talking about, with a little urging from her BFF Mary.

Lucy is 26, single, & living in Boston, working as a teacher. She’s the reliable one. She has never been anywhere. So her large family, especially her overbearing mother and overprotective big brother, are alarmed when she calls from the airport informing them she’s going to London for the Christmas holiday!

London at Christmas seems magical. Lucy encounters a familiar face, an annoying hotel concierge, a few new acquaintances, and a possible a love interest during her time in jolly ol’ London until a criminal investigation hits a little too close to her home away from home. The story feels like a love letter to London and moves along at a good pace, even if Lucy’s family is rather annoying and the staff at this supposed premier hotel feel totally unprofessional. This was fun!

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Lucy Gray is not spontaneous, until a meeting with a psychic. Then, she takes off for London on her sister’s unused honeymoon. Will she find what she is looking for in London?

This Book is a quick read, perfect for someone who wants a few hours to escape into a book. Lucy Gray is a likable character. However, the ending was what I expected. I will read more books by Nicole Macaulay.

Thank you to the Nicole Macaulay, BooksGoSocial, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.

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Sooo this was an explosion of genres! Chick lit with some romance with some comedy and some action near the end there! I am glad I read this.

The story follows boring ol' Lucy Gray. She is ditched at her sister's wedding by her date in front of her whole family. A psychic at the wedding provides some solid advice to allow fate to lead her to love. Take a chance! A chance appears like a miracle for Lucy to go to London during Christmas time. Maybe the psychic is right as she finds herself on a vacation that gives her the independence she deserves, but there is some danger, too, that can ruin everything.

Awww Lucy. She has a huge and overprotective family. I can see why she took that leap of faith and got on the plane. I would've. I want to! Someday Carole...someday. *grumbles about still needing to get a passport*.

This was a fun book. I even had BF curious when I would provide updates. Lots of drama especially near the end. I had zero ideas about what was going to happen...especially with the big ol' twist! RUN LUCY RUN!

I hattteeeddd Oliver. Ugh. Surrrreeee after a certain scene I did understand him and...I liked-ish him then, but still. Bleh.

I was meh about Cary too.

There were huge lulls especially in the middle when Lucy was just exploring London and Paris. It was nice to just see the city through her eyes since I've never been. However, I do feel like some of the lull could've been cut a hair.

THAT ENDING. Holy cannoli batman. That was good. Again...I didn't see THAT happening. I had a bunch of theories, but nope...nope.

Overall, I did really like this. I would love to see this become a movie or something. It was a lot of fun. Some lull and a couple of characters I was meh about, but I highly recommend this for those that love a good chick-lit. I'll give this 4 stars.

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This was an enjoyable, charming, quirky romance. I loved the characters and thought the addition of the psychic was a nice touch. It was a great escape.
Many thanks to BooksGoSocial and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

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Fun and irreverent book. I would recommend this book especially as a beach read. Maybe also as a fun Covid read to take your mind off of the world. The characters were well presented and relatable. Definitely worth the time to read!

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Now if you where to be able to walk in to your favorite Bookstore and see this book how could you not buy it??Author #Nicole Macaulay has a quirky fun Lucy Gray that is a romantic. And she kicks up her heels and as you may see will be in for a adventure for one, two, maybe three? I guess you just have to buy the book.And read my posting on my blog last month.opps!😉

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An enjoyable, quirky read! Lots of fun, just my kind of book.

Romance and humour. Really enjoyed it. Would definitely read more.

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I want to give this book 3.5 stars. This was such a sweet story but it was lacking for me, if you like Hallmark movies you will probably enjoy this one! I would recommend this to anyone who loves a little romance and enjoys reading in the France and England scene.

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This is the perfect, quick vacation read especially during quarantine when you can't be traveling. For anyone who enjoys traveling or misses being in London this will definitely give a nice taste of that experience. Enjoyable story line with enough twists and turns to keep it enjoyable and not too predictable! Unlike other books I've read in the same genre, the main character actually has good character growth and is fairly enjoyable even in her most annoying moments. I would recommend this and look forward to future books from this author!

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Thank you netgalley for allowing me to read this early. I have never read anything by this author so i was excited when I was granted access. I loved the familial story behind this one. This was definitely a page turner and kept me interested the whole time. Love!

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A book you need to read during the Pandemic of 2020. Place a gal in search of a life outside of her comfort zone, toss in 2 hot guys and then a generous dash of mystery and you'll end up with Honeymoon Alone.

A totally fun read for entertainment.
Plus it does make you start to wonder if stepping out of your own comfort zone couldn't lead to life-altering adventures.

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This was a great light-hearted read that I really enjoyed. Lucy takes off to London on her sister's unused honeymoon. The story that unfolds isn't all what she expected. Really enjoyed this one.

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Oh my gosh, this was such a good book! It was faced paced and quite comical. I loved the element of unexpected friendships, romance, best friends, and family in this book! This book will make you wish you were in London. This book is the perfect LOL romcom. I highly recommend it!

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A light and super fun read, that warmed my heart during the winter days. I really loved the way Lucys journey was portraied and how she found herself while traveling. She was a very symapthic character, even though I thought she was a bit annoying in the beginning.
I loved the 'familiy blog' parts, because they showed Lucys and her families characterics so well.
To me, it was a bit slow in some parts and also quite predictable, which lowered my enjoyment a little bit.
But despite that, I really liked this story and the humor + the writing style of it. I will definitely look out for more books by Nicole Macaulay.

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This book was so fun and perfect for the hard times we have been having. I got married this summer and this was perfect to read while I was away.

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I thought this book had a very lovable main character. It was really cute and funny to read. I feel like this was a lighthearted romance with a very relatable character and it was perfect to read.

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I enjoyed this. It was fun, light and warm and cosy. Easy to read, loveable characters, easy to follow plot.

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Honeymoon Alone is an engaging and entertaining story about Lucy, a schoolteacher who makes the abrupt decision to travel to London on her sisters honeymoon reservation. While there, she has to navigate the pitfalls of visiting another country - on top of impersonating her newly married sister.

Lucy is lovable and quirky. Following her through London is an adventure! Her charm and wit made this an uplifting and sweet story.

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Thank you Netgalley for the chance to read this book in exchange for an honest review. An interesting novel by a new author in my personal reading-sphere! I am sure others would enjoy it too. Good character portrayls, descriptive setting and gripping plot.

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This was a fun, easy romance that I breezed through in one sitting on a particular bummer of a day during quarantine. I needed something escapist without having to think too hard, and this fit the bill! I would recommend Honeymoon Alone to anyone who's tired of watching trash tv and is in the mood for a Hallmark Movie style book to take them away for a little while.

Lucy Gray get to go on the trip of a lifetime to Europe when her sister, the overprepared one, books two trips for her honeymoon as a backup plan. This reminded me of The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren in the fact that the hotel Lucy is staying at is for couples-only. I always wanted to take a trip somewhere by myself, and I love the fact that Lucy gets so much out of her solo trip. Cute and fun romance!

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This is a fun, engaging read with some laugh-out-loud moments. Similar to The Unhoneymooners, Lucy takes off on her sister's unused honeymoon trip and of course, hijinks ensue. The writing is snappy and witty. A throughly enjoyable way to spend a couple of hours.

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I was late to the game with reading Honeymoon Alone but once I started it, I couldn't stop. Its light and funny. Just what you need if you're looking for a quick read to get you over a reading slump.

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This was a great uplifting read! I really enjoyed it and was sad when it was over! The ending was kind of expected but who it was with was a surprise! I was biting my nails till the very end! I can't wait to read more from this author and would love a sequel to this book to check in on the main characters and get an update on their life!

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This was a cute story, I enjoyed the "suspense" of the main drama. It was nice seeing Lucy learn to stand up for herself and what she wants in life.

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This was such a cute romance story, very uplifting and moving.

Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.

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Lovely story with some suspense added to it. I fancy a book where the female finally finds themselves and becomes a better stronger version of themselves. Thanks net galley for the chance to read it.

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Perfect chick lit! I loved the premise and the characters were well developed! I recommend this for anyone looking for a light and fun read!

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A fun, easy read that although predictable, was still enjoyable and uplifting.

Lucy has never done anything surprising and to be honest, she is a bit of a sucker. When she is told by a psychic at her sisters wedding to stop ignoring the signs that fate is sending her, Lucy believes that she needs to go to London and takes the place on her sisters "back-up" honeymoon.


This is a sweet, feel-good read that will have you rooting for Lucy every step of the way. 4.5 stars

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A fun and suspenseful read. It was a perfect chick lit book and I loved the characters. I loved the story. I just loved the whole thing.

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If you are looking for a light, charming read then this book is for you.
When her sister is left standing at the alter what choice does she have? But, to break free from her parents and her life and go on her sister's honeymoon alone.

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A woman pretends to be on honeymoon and continuously lies about where her “husband” is. Her journey quickly turns into one of which she is suspected for murder. Turns out there is a couple who are also pretending to be on honeymoon but are committing crimes and murder. This book was such a cute and fun read. It had me laughing and being completely in awe of the characters.

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I think this was a great book about letting the pieces fall where they may, and just going with the flow. I also liked the fact that going with the flow isn't always the best decision.

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This book is a quirky & lighthearted rom-com that makes you smile. I read this book in two sittings and thoroughly enjoyed it. The characters in this story are so well written and relatable. I would definitely recommend this book to other rom-com lovers.

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I found this to be an enjoyable read, keeping me on my toes throughout. The storyline was written well and flowed seamlessly. I look forward to reading more by this author!

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First of all big thank you to Netgalley, the publishers and the author for sending me a copy of this book to read and review.

I could not put this one down. It kept me entertained all the way through. Even though I guessed the last major twist, half of anyway, I still really enjoyed it! I loved how the main point of the story is that she is finding herself, having adventures and learning to love life!

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When you pretend to be someone else… while staying in a honeymoon suite and you aren’t married?



Lucy has always done things for other people but never just for herself. She just wants to make everyone happy and make her family happy. Bringing a fake date to your sisters wedding… will never end well and Lucy figures that out really fast. So she decides to take the other honeymoon that her sister didn’t take and just go on an adventure! Off to London Lucy goes and the adventure is just about to beginning. Seeing someone from her past who she hated, plus an angry bellhop that wants to find out the truth about Lucy. Staying at a honeymoon only hotel might get Lucy into trouble if someone finds out before she leaves. Who knows what trouble she will get in!


Lucy as a character speaks to me, because of how not spontaneous she is. This happened to me during COVID. Wanting to go places but not being able too and now being scared to go and get sick. So here I am not spontaneous anymore and trying to change it. This book also has me wanting to go overseas yet again. So hopefully I can do something like Lucy has! Well maybe not exactly the same! I would recommend this book to anyone that needs a good old romance novel! 4/5 only because I think parts went a little slow and I just wanted something else to happen.

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I really enjoy reading rom-coms. Idk what it is but I can always envision it being played out like in a movie. I really enjoyed following Lucy on her adventure. Reading this book reminded me how much I still want to travel and take adventures myself. I would definitely recommend this book if your a sucker for a fun summer read!

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I thought this was very fun! And when I read it, it was the start of lockdown and loved the travel aspect. I enjoyed the romance and the mystery aspect. Very enjoyable.

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Loved this book from beginning to end. It grab me from the first chapter. I read it in one sitting, it is a proper feel good book

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This was a fun read. I loved the plot and thought it was an original idea. The adventure she got into was entertaining.

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