Favorite Quote(s):“‘You’re like a little kid, you know? I’ve never seen you this excited since you found that free lotion in the hotel bathroom.'”“While we inch off our wet suits I think how lucky I am to be a diver, and therefore destined to spend time with guys in bathing suits. Chris’s body in a speedo is like the eight natural wonder of the world.”Favorite Character: My favorite character was hands-down Jeremy! He was extremely fun to read about, and he was really laid back for a rich kid! He is so adorable!:“Affection blooms on Jeremy’s face. ‘It’s fun to take you places. You’re so innocent.'”First Line:“Mom stands at the kitchen counter in her pink apron that says ‘Sue’s Wedding Cakery, Santa Margarita Island.'”My Musings: This book was a decent young adult contemporary romance. It wasn’t outstanding, although there were many things I enjoyed about it; however, there were a few things that I did not. The prose was okay; this novel was not as elegantly written as the past few books i’ve read, but it was interesting none-the-less. The plot was interesting, and it explored taking control of your own life which is a valuable lesson. The book was unique plot wise, or at least, I haven’t read anything like it; I tend to stick to the paranormal type of novels. The characters, however, were very interesting to read about. The entangling romances and friendships are what kept me interested. You see Alex likes this boy, then another comes along, and you’re like, ‘Oh, she’s totally going to end up with him!‘. And then she starts going back and forth between them, and poof! another boy comes into the picture. It was very interesting watching the different ways that Alex interacted with each of the boys. My favorite character, of course was Jeremy. At first I thought that he was going to be some stuck up rich kid that just wanted Alex for fun; quite contrary. He turns into, what I have to call, the best friend anyone could possibly have. He didn’t care about the ocean of money that separated him and Alex; he genuinely cared for her. If I had a best friend like that, then I wouldn’t need anything else in my life. Alex was an interesting one; she struggled with letting go of her mom in order to like her own life; I admire her for being able to do it, because I’m sure it was very hard for her. Zack…I don’t know what to say about him without spoiling the story! Let’s just say, he totally defied by opinions of him. That is all I can say on the matter! Now the things I didn’t like. There weren’t many. The major thing was the ending. It was very abrupt, and it left off in a place you’d never think a story would end. It doesn’t tie up any loose ends concerning Alex and her relationship with her boy of choice, and it doesn’t say anything about her friendship with another one of the boys. I was very confused, and sure there was a sequel to explain the cut off, I searched for one; there was not one. I really wish that there was something, anything to explain to me what happens afterwards, because I am beyond confused. Other than that, it was a pretty good read. Some minor things that could have been better, but it was interesting none-the-less. I got asked to be a part of this tour and was sent a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. I decided to accept as I absolutely love cake making and have always wanted to do Deep Sea Diving so this book sounded like the perfect combination for me. I knew I was going to love it.I'm a bit disappointed the cover doesn't have a diver on it, as that is such a big part of who Alex is, but I still like it.This was a easy to read almost 'chic lit'. Overall it's a feel good story and perfect to pass a quiet afternoon.Alex is a whiz with Wedding Cakes and has the handle on organising her mum and her business, she seems to be doing more and more of the work. But it's not what she wants, now it's too difficult to get away from it all. With her mum controlling and disapproving of her every move Alex doesn't know where to turn. Add in confusion over boys and she is in well over her head.I liked Alex as a character, things keep standing in her way but she continues to look for a way round it, yes she has her moments of break down but she soon picks herself up. She came across as very 'real'. Following her through the story as she grows and comes to realise what she really wants from life was nice, the pacing of the book worked really well and made the book for easy reading. There is always something to keep you hooked and I couldn't stop reading. I stayed up until 1am just to finish it, I had put it down for the night at 11.30 but I couldn't stop and had to know what happened and so picked it up to finish.It's a typical feel good story, everything you think should happen comes around and in places it was predictable, but I really enjoyed it. In a way I liked the familiarity of it all. I won't spoil the ending but I will say I was happy with who she ends up with and how it all turns out.Jeremy is a great character, Zack is a bit of a Muppet in my opinion but for some reason you can't help but like him too. Alex's mum is a right cow to be honest. I wanted to shake her and tell her to stop being so mean, if she doesn't stop her attitude she is just going to drive her daughter away even more, not make her want to stay. She really got on my nerves, and I felt for Alex. A good read and well written, I was surprised with how much I enjoyed this one.
What do You think about The Wedding Cake Girl (2014)?
cute light read, i enjoyed the characters and story.
—shreyans
