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mrs_faith_owens's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
A super sweet romance with several spicy scenes!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Kidnapping, and Murder
Minor: Rape
smithrachaelynn's review against another edition
3.5
A short and sweet story! I loved Harrison and Frank’s relationship. My favorite person by far was Addie and the way she wrapped everyone around her finger. So cute!
redhairedashreads's review
4.0
This was a nice western romance to read to give me a break from a paranormal series I am rereading. I am slowly getting back into westerns. They were one of the first romance genres I read and I regret pushing them to the side for other genres.
Overall I really liked this slow building romance. I am moving on to the second book because I want to know Frank and Cats story.
Warning - Hints of abuse/assault off page.
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Popsugar Reading Challenge 2019-a book by an author whose first and last name start with the same letter
Overall I really liked this slow building romance. I am moving on to the second book because I want to know Frank and Cats story.
Warning - Hints of abuse/assault off page.
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Popsugar Reading Challenge 2019-a book by an author whose first and last name start with the same letter
si0bhan's review
4.0
The Substitute Wife is my second Cici Cordelia read and it was completely different to my first book by the authors. In fact, when it comes to genre, The Substitute Wife and Realm of the Dragon are as different as chalk and cheese. Although they’re two very different books, I adored them both.
With The Substitute Wife, I found myself hooked to the story instantly. In no time at all, I was addicted, lost to the pages, and unwilling to put the book down. It quickly became a book I needed to complete in a single sitting, as I was desperate to see the outcome of all the different elements introduced.
On the surface level, this is a wonderful romance. I adored both of the characters – our male lead in particular, I loved – and together they were fabulous. I loved watching the way they both grew, I loved watching the way their romance developed, and found they went together wonderfully. The side characters were also great, and I cannot wait to see more of them in the future books.
Not only is this a great romance, but there is plenty of drama and a small degree of mystery and suspense. You know who the bad guy is throughout, you know he is up to no good, and it’s great to watch the way in which his terrible storyline ties in with the amazing storyline of the main characters. It adds an additional layer, taking what is an already wonderful story – a story of growth, of moving forward with the curveballs life throws at you, and of making the best of what you have – and making it even more enjoyable.
Honestly, I was lost to this one. The moment I was finished there was only one thing on my mind – I needed to get my hands on the second Brides of Little Creede book. I really am super excited to see how the second story plays out, eager to get more CiCi Cordelia words.
With The Substitute Wife, I found myself hooked to the story instantly. In no time at all, I was addicted, lost to the pages, and unwilling to put the book down. It quickly became a book I needed to complete in a single sitting, as I was desperate to see the outcome of all the different elements introduced.
On the surface level, this is a wonderful romance. I adored both of the characters – our male lead in particular, I loved – and together they were fabulous. I loved watching the way they both grew, I loved watching the way their romance developed, and found they went together wonderfully. The side characters were also great, and I cannot wait to see more of them in the future books.
Not only is this a great romance, but there is plenty of drama and a small degree of mystery and suspense. You know who the bad guy is throughout, you know he is up to no good, and it’s great to watch the way in which his terrible storyline ties in with the amazing storyline of the main characters. It adds an additional layer, taking what is an already wonderful story – a story of growth, of moving forward with the curveballs life throws at you, and of making the best of what you have – and making it even more enjoyable.
Honestly, I was lost to this one. The moment I was finished there was only one thing on my mind – I needed to get my hands on the second Brides of Little Creede book. I really am super excited to see how the second story plays out, eager to get more CiCi Cordelia words.