How to Write a Love Story | By Catherine Walsh
NetGalley e-ARC Book Review | Contemporary Romance
My thoughts
Narrative and Plot
How to Write a Love Story is one of my most anticipated reads of the year. It is different from the author’s usual style of laugh out loud romantic comedy. Told from both Sam and Ciara’s perspectives, the story deals with grief, loss, and stress, all the while bringing out the small-town Irish charm.
The pacing was even, though I wish the plot was a bit stronger. But none of that takes away from the fact that it was effortlessly entertaining.
Characters and Conflicts
Sam and Ciara are both dealing with their own kinds of problems. While Ciara’s storyline and character arc are prominent, I feel like it sidestepped Sam’s character development. However, Sam is still a gentle and kind soul that you cannot help but root for.
Having a larger than life parent and then dealing with their loss is the central theme of the story. There is a lot to unpack there, but in the end, the story just brushes it off instead of having Ciara truly face those issues.
It’s these tiny details that made me pause before rating it a 5. The ensemble cast definitely added character to the plot.
Conclusion
How to Write a Love Story is a heartfelt romance between an editor and a writer. If you want to get your hands on a Catherine Wlash book that is different from her usual style of writing, go for it.
I received an e-ARC of the book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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