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Bernadette is the first book I have read written by Jennifer Lynn Cary, and it was such a pleasure. This is book 8 of the Weather Girls Wedding Shoppe and Venue series. This series can be read as standalone books; they are set in the same small town of Kokomo, Indiana, in the 70s. Bernadette hooked me in from the start. Bernadette was a sweet and funny story, and I could not put it down. I will definitely be visiting Kokomo again in the next book.
Bernadette is a 30-year-old single woman, living with her father and stepmom. She works in her father’s garage fixing cars. When her stepmom comes up with the perfect idea for Bernadette to go on a ‘blind date’ to help her party planning business. This is when Bernadette finds out that it is none other than the movie star Garrett who is in town to film a movie. Garrett has a twin, Gabe, who plays his stunt double. For this blind date, Gabe goes in Garrette’s place. Bernie and Gabe end up hitting it off at the different promotional events they attend together. As their relationship grows, Gabe feels guilty for all the deception. How can they start a relationship when he is not being completely honest?
I loved seeing Bernadette grow as a character. She starts out as quite the tomboy. As the story progresses, and she needs to wear different outfits and makeup, Bernadette finds that those things aren’t entirely bad. I love watching her find herself and step out into her own light. Gabe is such a great guy. He has his own things to work through.
This secret identity, forced proximity romance is cute with kisses only. Also, a first kiss for Bernadette. Jennifer Lynn Cary did a great job of intertwining faith in this story.
*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from the author. A positive review was not required. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
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