Name: Alana
Grade: 9th
Title: Love and Luck
Author: Jenna Evans Welch
Published in: 2018
Pages: 303
Rating: 5 stars
Review:
Love and Luck is a novel about a teenage girl named Addie who is visiting Ireland for her aunt’s wedding. For something that’s supposed to be the trip of a lifetime, Addie is anything but excited. Heartbroken and in a slump, she dreads having to spend time with her insufferable brother Ian. However, upon the finding of a certain book, the course of Addie’s whole trip is changed. Addie, Ian, and Ian’s friend Rowan end up taking the reins of the trip for themselves and explore the countryside in their own fashion. Stuck with only Ian and with the admittedly too cute Irish lad, Addie is swept up in wanderlust, embarking on a journey that could change her outlook on life itself.
I enjoyed Love and Luck. The characters are relatable, allowing for you to put yourself in their shoes and share in their experiences in a unique way. It highlights some of the most sensitive and common aspects of relationships with family, friends, and even spouses.
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who’s looking for a casual and fast read. It’s easy to follow and even easier to get caught up in. It’s an excellent sequel to Love and Gelato, but can be read out of order. If you enjoy teen romance and fiction, then this should definitely be on your reading bucket list.
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