Title: Someone Like You
Author: Lauren Layne
First published December 6, 2016
228 pages, ebook
ISBN: 9781101884867
Rating: 4.05
Overview
Lauren Layne’s bestselling novel Someone Like You tells the story of Lincoln Mathis, Manhattan’s most sought-after bachelor. He’s the life of every party, but beneath his charm lies a painful secret that he’s been hiding from everyone, including his closest friends.
All Lincoln wants is a woman like Daisy Sinclair, the witty bridesmaid he meets at his best friend’s wedding. However, Daisy is off-limits, and Lincoln is left to admire her from afar.
After a painful divorce, Daisy is not interested in relationships, especially with someone like Lincoln. But when she discovers his secret, she realizes that there is more to him than meets the eye.
Will they be able to overcome their past and find a way to be together, or will their differences tear them apart forever? Someone Like You is a heartwarming story about love and redemption that will leave you breathless.
About the Author
Lauren Layne has written over 24 novels that have become New York Times and USA Today bestsellers, such as Hot Asset, Hard Sell, and Huge Deal in her 21 Wall Street series, and the Central Park Pact series. Her books have been translated into nine languages and sold over a million copies.
Her work has been recognized by Publishers Weekly, Glamour, the Wall Street Journal, and Inside Edition. Lauren is located in New York City.
Editoral Review
Lauren Layne’s “Someone Like You” is a delightful and heartwarming contemporary romance that will have readers swooning and cheering for the characters until the very last page. Published on December 6, 2016, it showcases Layne’s talent for weaving together a witty and charming love story that readers will not be able to put down.
Layne, a bestselling author of romance and women’s fiction, has written over 30 novels and novellas. Most of her works fall under the contemporary romance genre, and she has gained a reputation as one of the most talented writers in this field.
Her writing style is light, engaging, and humorous, and she has a remarkable ability to create relatable and endearing characters that readers cannot help but root for. In “Someone Like You,” we meet Riley Kerrigan, a determined and ambitious woman who has always put her career first.
However, when her best friend’s brother, the handsome and charming Devlin Monroe, comes back to town, she finds herself struggling to resist his charm. But Devlin is not looking for anything serious, and Riley is not sure she can handle a fling.
As they navigate their complicated feelings for one another, they must also deal with the consequences of their actions and the expectations of their friends and family. Layne’s plot is well-crafted and moves at a good pace, keeping readers invested in the story and engaged with the characters.
She does an excellent job of creating tension and conflict without resorting to melodrama or contrivances. The setting, a fictional town in upstate New York, is vividly described, and Layne infuses it with the warmth and charm of a small town.
The character development in “Someone Like You” is one of the book’s greatest strengths. Layne gives Riley and Devlin rich and complex backstories that inform their personalities and motivations, and she allows them to grow and change throughout the book.
They are supported by a well-rounded cast of secondary characters who add depth and complexity to the story. Layne’s writing is witty and light, and she has a talent for crafting clever and humorous dialogue.
However, at times, the dialogue feels a bit forced or repetitive, and some readers may find the banter between characters a bit too cheesy. Overall, “Someone Like You” is an enjoyable read that provides a sweet and satisfying escape for readers looking for a modern romance.
It is perfect for those who enjoy the work of authors like Nora Roberts or Sarah Dessen, as it shares many similarities with their books. While it may not be a groundbreaking work, it does provide a well-written and carefully crafted example of an enjoyable contemporary romance.
