Two Doors Down Blog Tour

 

Author:  Mary Hargreaves 

Publisher: Joffe Books

Publishing Date: 21st August 2024 

Many thanks to Hygge BT and the publishing team for my digital copy and a spot on the tour

Blurb 

Sometimes love is closer than you think.

 

Career woman Eve is on the brink of a major promotion. So what if her personal life is a disaster — her online dating app constantly matches her with the most awful dates. And her best friend’s chaotic love life is a constant drama she just doesn’t need. Anyway, she has everything she needs at work.

 

If only her neighbour from two doors down would stop his cat getting into her house!

 

Laid-back Adam has everything he needs. A dedicated tutor, he has a fulfilling work-life balance. A close-knit group of friends and a close bond with his brother who has cerebral palsy.

 

If only his neighbour from two doors up would stop her cat getting into his house!

 

When Eve tries to return Adam’s cat, it becomes clear they have been duped by the antics of a stray. And despite his endearing presence in both their houses, ‘Old Sausage’ should be returned to his true owner.

 

But when both Eve and Adam are betrayed by those closest to them, they find their lives are not as fulfilled as they believed. As they search for Old Sausage’s owner, whilst dealing with their own betrayals, they begin to realise they have more in common than they first thought.

 

And perhaps a new beginning was on their doorstep all along . . .

 

This opposites-attract, forced proximity, heartwarming rom-com of finding love when you least expect it, is perfect for fans of Rachel Dove, Laura Starkey, Phoebe MacLeod, Portia MacIntosh, Sophie Kinsella and Cressida McLaughlin.

My Thoughts

A rom-com you will enjoy, however i felt that it was a bit more different and not a typical rom-com!

The blurb gives you some insight to where you anticipate the plot to lead to. 

I liked that the POV was from both Eve and Adam which was a nice element to the book as you get to read what they are feeling,  and doing within the plot. 

The characters had flaws which led the story being more dramatic than romantic at times, which is not a bad thing I felt as it is a well written book. We also meet crucial people in Adam and Eves life that come to the forefront and I felt this was a good way to introduce them. What was interesting how this book was more about the women being toxic and the men being more sensitive and helpful.  Eve's character was grating at times and I am not sure many people would like her but thankfully she turned it  around for herself. 

The other difference in this book was that Adam and Eve don't actually meet until you are half way in. So it felt like their meeting and getting to know part was a bit rushed. 

Overall I enjoyed the book.