A review by tianabooks
How to Honeymoon Alone by Olivia Hayle

funny hopeful relaxing fast-paced

4.25

Such a cute and uplifting summer read! <3

If you're looking for a fun book to enjoy during the summer holiday season, then this is probably for you! It's entertaining and heartwarming, takes place at a summer resort and brings together two characters who find themselves alone during what was supposed to be their respective honeymoons. The atmosphere screamed summer time, the chemistry was present, and the characters had actually enjoyable conversations. 

I'm so happy I read this one - I was worried I'd never get back into a romance reading mood but this book proved me wrong. I liked both Eden and Phillip and I was thoroughly entertained by their interactions. In fact, all the summer activities and exploring they need on the island was making me feel like I was on holiday too. The writing did a great job at helping me visualise everything. 

What was great to read about was the way this book placed self-discovery and finding oneself at the forefront of this. Yes this is a romance, but it wasn't just about the state of being in a relationship with someone. It presented the importance of being the best version of yourself, enjoying life and your surroundings, making sure you learn how to appreciate yourself and knowing your value and worth. 

For my trope-loving people, this is grumpy x sunshine with a bit of slow-burn. :) It's also single pov, which I strangely didn't mind at all!