The Hawthorne Legacy (The Inheritance Series #2) by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

 

The Hawthorne Legacy is the second novel in The Inheritance Series. Avery Grambs and the Hawthorne gang are still working to unravel clues. Avery's life has changed. She's being chased by the paparazzi, her life is still being threatened and she's in a bit of a love triangle situation. 

This book is pretty much a filler book. You learn a bit more about the characters. Clues are found and unraveled. There are a few twists & turns. This book left me feeling unsure. Do I like this book? Do I not like this book?  I know I don't hate it or want to give up on it but it took me a lot longer than I like to read it a I didn't have a strong urge to turn the pages and finish the book. 

The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth

 

Gabe and Pippa live in a beautiful home that overlooks tall cliffs. The cliffs are gorgeous but behind the beauty lies something sinister. The cliffs are well known as a popular suicide spot. Since moving into their home Gabe has talked several people off the cliff and saved their lives until he doesn't. 

A mysterious women either jumps to her death or is pushed by her husband. Pippa is unsure what happened but it leads to questions such as finding out the identity of the woman. When Pippa finds out her husband knew this mysterious woman she is left with more questions and what she discovers might unravel her life.

The Soulmate is told through the points of view Pippa and Amanda (the mysterious woman). Each point of view reveals secrets and boy are they juicy. Lots of twists and turns in this fast paced book. 

Just Haven't Met You Yet by Sophie Cousens

 

Lauren Le Quesne is the host of Love Life and a journalist. Her parent's love story is epic and she is given the opportunity to take a business trip to the Channel Island where her parents feel in love. She plans to tell their story of love and maybe discover a bit about who they are.

Lauren's accidentally picks up a stranger's suitcase and finds herself having a crush on a stranger based on the contents of his suitcase. She develops a friendship with Ted, who becomes her personal Taxi drivers and takes her to places that her parents feel in love with. Ted quickly turns into my favorite character and a memorable one at that. 

Lauren is determined to find her crush and return his suitcase but it's not an easy task. She reconnects with a family member and discovers there is a lot more to her parent's love story than she ever knew. Her friendship with Ted grows as she discovers who he is and learns about his father. 

Just Haven't Met You is such a fun book. I found myself smiling and feeling happy as I turned the pages. A few sad moments creep in but it adds to the story making this a romcom you won't want to miss. 

The Headmaster's List by Melissa De La Cruz

Spencer Sandoval (18) is a student at Argyle Prep. She is on the headmasters list - a list that opens doors to prestigious universities and an almost guaranteed acceptance to an Ivy League School. The school is found in a ritzy side of Los Angeles and the majority of students come from wealth families. A car accident in which Spencer, her ex-boyfriend, Ethan and two other students are involved in result in the death of  Chris Moore and leaves Spencer with major injuries including a concussion resulting in loss of memories. 

Ethan Ambrose is being investigated for driving under the influence but he has been sober for some time now, reckless driving and child endangerment. Ethan's life is falling apart and it looks like he might find himself in jail. Spencer has PTSD but she feels Ethan isn't totally responsible for the accident. She makes if her mission to find out the truth and starts her own investigation. 

 Melissa De La Cruz does not disappoint. This is a fast paced read that will be devoured in one or two sittings. 

Someone Else's Shoes by Jojo Moyes

 Sam is exhausted.  Her husband's father passed away, he lost his job and is depressed. This leaves, Sam as the sole breadwinner. Here new supervisor it a complete a total tool and is making her life utter hell at work. Nish has been accustomed to a privileged life and that means the finer things in life including her red Christian Louboutin shoes. 

Sam and Nisha attend the same gym and Sam accidentally picks up Nisha's bag. She doesn't discover this until she's on a way to a business meeting. She doesn't have time to turn back and puts the Louboutin's for. the meeting. The shoes give her a bit of trouble but also new found confidence. 

Nish discovers her bag is missing and she doesn't have much to wear but this isn't the worst part of her day. She quickly discovers that her husband has locked her out of her home, bank and cards. Leaving her with which she has on her.

Both woman have to navigate their lives and the complexities that comes with it. Nish has to get her hands dirty and work. Sam has to continue with her struggles and they are only about to get worst. 

Someone Else's Shoes is a decent read with a level of predictability. The friendship developments are lovely and makes you wish you had friends like the ones in this book.