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The Family Trap (2013)

by Joanne Phillips(Favorite Author)
3.49 of 5 Votes: 5
ISBN
0957309414 (ISBN13: 9780957309418)
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English
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Mirrorball Books
review 1: This is a well-written book and the characters are interesting as they are introduced at the start of the book, but the story becomes very predictable as it unfolds. Although the ending was obvious, I did want to read on, largely because of the author's writing style, which I liked. From about half way through I realised there was little depth to the book and that the overall plot was very weak. All right for a quick holiday read, but not much meat or challenge here.
review 2: Described as a stand alone sequel to Phillips's previous novel 'Can't Live Without', 'The Family Trap' tells the story of the next chapter in the life of its heroine Stella. Stella's teenage daughter Lipsy has just had her baby and when Stella finds out that she herself is expecting a
... moregain, there seems no easy way to tell her fiance Paul two weeks before their wedding.This was a hugely enjoyable novel, entertaining and fun. I enjoyed it even more than its prequel 'Can't Live Without'. The characters are engaging and appealing, especially Stella the protagonist and I read it in the space of a few days, keen to find out what happens to Stella and Paul.I would highly recommend it. less
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samaha
Funny, touching, kept me turning pages, and a happy ending to boot! Perfect summer fare!
sadie
Stella is an unlikeable idiot. And none of the other characters are any better.
2busyreading
Not the best romance I've ever read. It was ok.
lucosta
Somehow an enjoyable read not sure why.
odean
lovely romantic frothy read
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