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professor_reads's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
excusemewhileiread's review against another edition
4.0
This was def something new and different. I cant stand highschool romances because I mean come on who knows wtf there doing in their life at that age. College romances eh. I am a coming of age/mature romance person. This is my first novel with extra-mature(?) characters.
I mean it has me wanting to wait a couple years before searching for my own silver fox. Really enjoyed their relationship and how it started. I also loved that this didn't take place in the span of a week and their relationship really did get to grow.
I mean it has me wanting to wait a couple years before searching for my own silver fox. Really enjoyed their relationship and how it started. I also loved that this didn't take place in the span of a week and their relationship really did get to grow.
voracious_book_addict's review against another edition
5.0
A refreshing modern romance!
We live in a time of high divorce rates and it’s lovely to read a story about two well adjusted people getting a second chance at love. The book was low angst and high enjoyment! Sebastian York and Emma Wilder are a great pair and the narration was addictive. Highly recommend!!
We live in a time of high divorce rates and it’s lovely to read a story about two well adjusted people getting a second chance at love. The book was low angst and high enjoyment! Sebastian York and Emma Wilder are a great pair and the narration was addictive. Highly recommend!!
emjayae149's review
5.0
There is plenty to love about THIS TIME IS DIFFERENT but upfront, I have to admit that I have a huge crush on Thomas Popov. He is everything I love in a romance book hero. He is a romantic soul and is not ashamed to show the women in his life how he feels. He does not play games. He is sexy. He is thoughtful and kind. He is a good father and provider. He is not perfect; he’s just flawed enough to make him seem like an actual person, and one that I would love to meet in real life. He has more appeal than any 53-year-old man should!
With my gushing out of the way, let’s focus on the story. The plot and prose flow effortlessly as we follow the lives of Amy and Thomas. They both have grown children, Amy is divorced and Thomas is a widower. When they meet, their attraction is obvious and like any new relationship, there’s the excitement and giddiness of finding a person you click with. I love reading about the times they spend together because they take immense joy in being with one another. Their relationship also compels them to consider and make peace with the past. Their thoughts are honest and often bittersweet.
There are no big dramatic moments or manufactured angst here. Mae Wood has delivered a story about appealing characters with real life issues who meet, fall in love, and give us readers a delightful romance to indulge in.
With my gushing out of the way, let’s focus on the story. The plot and prose flow effortlessly as we follow the lives of Amy and Thomas. They both have grown children, Amy is divorced and Thomas is a widower. When they meet, their attraction is obvious and like any new relationship, there’s the excitement and giddiness of finding a person you click with. I love reading about the times they spend together because they take immense joy in being with one another. Their relationship also compels them to consider and make peace with the past. Their thoughts are honest and often bittersweet.
There are no big dramatic moments or manufactured angst here. Mae Wood has delivered a story about appealing characters with real life issues who meet, fall in love, and give us readers a delightful romance to indulge in.
bookphenomena_micky's review
4.0
I picked this book up first for the cover, because silver foxes with smiles are a weakness I find I have. Reading the blurb convinced me that this was more than a skin deep interest. THIS TIME IS DIFFERENT was low on angst but full on story with two main characters that I really liked.
Thomas, in his early 50s, widowed some years ago was something of a delight. Not overly perfect and a little under-confident. Amy was a 39 year old orthodontist and she was not looking for anything but really, Thomas was charming in a convincing, swoony way. These two had great chemistry and family complications which made for depth of storyline.
Mae Wood writes a great story and I’m definitely interested to read more by her, especially as I see some of the characters in this book have their own standalones. I particularly want Bert’s story. I highly recommend this for a good, easy read when you don’t want angst.
Thomas, in his early 50s, widowed some years ago was something of a delight. Not overly perfect and a little under-confident. Amy was a 39 year old orthodontist and she was not looking for anything but really, Thomas was charming in a convincing, swoony way. These two had great chemistry and family complications which made for depth of storyline.
Mae Wood writes a great story and I’m definitely interested to read more by her, especially as I see some of the characters in this book have their own standalones. I particularly want Bert’s story. I highly recommend this for a good, easy read when you don’t want angst.
shelbyjo's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
myownbookshelves's review
5.0
Mae Wood is quickly becoming a 'go-to' when thinking of an auto one-click author. Although I love consistent storytelling, I really appreciate when an author can give me original and entertaining all in one bite. This story is more than mature adults finding another chance at happily ever after. This is romance in real life. Characters with humor and smarts that you will find rooting for finding their perfect happy - which readers isn't book world happy but real world happy.
If you follow my reviews, you know I love (and prefer) a strong heroine. Amy delivers on all points. Young men sporting an eight pack worth of abs are drool worthy, but come on. I am a woman of a 'certain age' so YES I am all over that silver fox Thomas. But seriously it's not the romance or steamy - Ms Wood does deliver - it was how the characters navigated this world of blending families and blending past loves. You never empty that part of your heart and Mae Wood's characters give you that glimpse into finding a way to make it all work.
On the Fence: Okay I'm rather known as a Series Bully. I hate readers who series jump then complain in reviews about 'confusion' or 'lack of connection'. This book is set in the Pig & Barley universe. Do you have to read Plus One? No not really. But I really feel you will do a disservice if you skip to this. I think the background of Plus One is well worth the time to get understanding of Amy and Thomas' story connecting with Amy's past and present. In addition, I loved Plus One and think it remiss if I don't tell you to read it. ( my review here). But I can say this book could be read as a standalone < sentence typed under duress.
If you are not familiar with Mae Wood, she is a talented writer that brings original story ideas to romance. If you are looking for more mature characters, this story is for you. But for the love of my sanity, do read Plus One too. 5 out 5 stars.
If you follow my reviews, you know I love (and prefer) a strong heroine. Amy delivers on all points. Young men sporting an eight pack worth of abs are drool worthy, but come on. I am a woman of a 'certain age' so YES I am all over that silver fox Thomas. But seriously it's not the romance or steamy - Ms Wood does deliver - it was how the characters navigated this world of blending families and blending past loves. You never empty that part of your heart and Mae Wood's characters give you that glimpse into finding a way to make it all work.
On the Fence: Okay I'm rather known as a Series Bully. I hate readers who series jump then complain in reviews about 'confusion' or 'lack of connection'. This book is set in the Pig & Barley universe. Do you have to read Plus One? No not really. But I really feel you will do a disservice if you skip to this. I think the background of Plus One is well worth the time to get understanding of Amy and Thomas' story connecting with Amy's past and present. In addition, I loved Plus One and think it remiss if I don't tell you to read it. ( my review here). But I can say this book could be read as a standalone < sentence typed under duress.
If you are not familiar with Mae Wood, she is a talented writer that brings original story ideas to romance. If you are looking for more mature characters, this story is for you. But for the love of my sanity, do read Plus One too. 5 out 5 stars.