This Time Next Year by Sophie CousensMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
I already had "This Time Next Year" on my radar when I was offered an advanced reader copy through G.P. Putnam & Sons publishing and NetGalley. Of course, I would appreciate a free copy. A British writer, a book timed around New Year's (I love seasonal reading), and a love story - what's not to be excited about? The premise of a birthday twin, a stolen name, and fate are clever and a fun twist on what can be a played out romantic genre. Cousens added lots of layered details to her characters and settings and made me wish over and over that I had a pie in the oven. My only complaint is that the main character Minnie sometimes came off as a little whiny or petulant. Overall though, the book is a really fun read, especially as it moves between current day and past New Year's holidays and a better way to experience New Year's Eve than actually going out.
Happy reading and Happy New Year!
ps. Reading Sophie Cousens is like reading a less sad Josie Silver (who you know I love) or a more substantive Sophie Kinsella. Also, this book would make a great movie. We can only hope it gets optioned soon.
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