The Wesley James Ruined My Life by Jennifer Honeybourn blog tour, hosted by Raincoast Books! This is such a fun and summery book that is perfect for the beach. I had the opportunity to review the book and interview the author, Jennifer Honeybourn, so be sure to keep reading for her answer to my question!
Title: Wesley James Ruined My LifeAuthor: Jennifer Honeybourn
Publisher: Swoon Reads
Genres: Contemporary, Young Adult Fiction
Publication Date: July 18, 2017
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Sixteen-year-old Quinn Hardwick’s having a rough summer. Her beloved grandmother has been put into a home, her dad’s gambling addiction has flared back up and now her worst enemy is back in town: Wesley James, former childhood friend—until he ruined her life, that is.
So when Wesley is hired to work with her at Tudor Tymes, a medieval England themed restaurant, the last thing Quinn’s going to do is forgive and forget. She’s determined to remove him from her life and even the score all at once—by getting him fired.
But getting rid of Wesley isn’t as easy as she’d hoped. When Quinn finds herself falling for him, she has to decide what she wants more: to get even, or to just get over it.
❃ I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. ❃
REVIEW: Wesley James Ruined My Life, Jennifer Honeybourn
I have always been a fan of good old revenge stories, so Wesley James Ruined My Life instantly drew me in. It is all about a girl who is stuck working with an old friend, who became her enemy years ago. The medieval restaurant setting is so original, and the main character is a little obstinate but also compassionate. I really enjoyed this one, and it is perfect for the summer.
❀ Entertaining Plot
This book has such an entertaining plot. It is all about a girl who ends up working with her enemy, a boy who ruined her life. She vows to get revenge on him by getting him fired from the job, but finds herself falling for him. I love the enemies-to-lovers trope, and the way it plays out in this book is so adorable. Wesley and Quinn’s conversations are so amusing and real. This is such a cute and quick read that is perfect for those who enjoy a good revenge story and rekindled love.
❀ Fantastic Setting
I absolutely adored the setting in this story! The main characters work at a medieval restaurant called Tudor Tymes that is honestly so over-the-top. King Henry VIII thinks he has actual power over all the employees and really gets into his role. This place is so developed, and I would love to visit it if it were a real restaurant. I am always one for a unique and quirky setting, so I was thrilled to see Quinn taking on an unconventional waitressing job.
❀ Stubborn Main Character
Quinn is such a stubborn main character. She holds a grudge against Wesley for all those years, even though I feel like she could have given him more of a chance. However, she makes up for it with her generosity. Quinn has always dreamed of going to London, and has been saving up to go there on a trip with the school band. She is so determined to make her dream a reality, but is willing to put it on hold in an instant to help her dad out. I loved the way she prioritizes others’ needs before her own… Except for Wesley’s.
❀ A Cute Contemporary
Wesley James Ruined My Life by Jennifer Honeybourn is a cute contemporary about a girl trying to get revenge on the boy who she believes ruined her life. I enjoyed the medieval restaurant setting and the main character’s kindness. This is a perfect book for the summer, and I would recommend it to those looking for a fun read to take to the beach.
Quotes: Wesley James Ruined My Life, Jennifer Honeybourn
Book Beginning
King Henry VIII won’t shut up.
Friday 56
Spending more time with Wesley is the last thing that I should be doing. And yet I find myself telling him yes.
Q&A: Jennifer Honeybourn, Wesley James Ruined My Life
(CC): Your Goodreads profile states that you are a fan of “epic, happily-ever-after love stories.” Is there one in particular that inspired Wesley James Ruined My Life? What are some of your favourite love stories?
(JH): I am a sucker for a good love story, but there isn’t one story in particular that inspired WESLEY JAMES RUINED MY LIFE. I’m inspired by all of them! In terms of books, some of my favorites include Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins, Just One Day by Gayle Foreman, Slammed by Colleen Hoover, The Anatomical Shape of a Heart by Jenn Bennett and Simon vs The Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli.
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About Jennifer Honeybourn
Jennifer Honeybourn works in corporate communications in Vancouver, British Columbia. She's a fan of British accents, Broadway musicals, and epic, happily-ever-after love stories. If she could have dinner with anyone, dead or alive, she'd have high tea with Walt Disney, JK Rowling, and her nana. She lives with her husband, daughter and cat in a house filled with books. WESLEY JAMES RUINED MY LIFE is her first novel.
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This looks like a fun book, I like the cover.
The cover of the book just screams SUMMER!
Right?! I think that the summer contemporaries are my favourites! 🙂
I have this book in my tbr because I love enemies to lovers trope. I’m so glad you loved this book. It sounds like a fun read. I’ll definitely check this out soon. Great Review! 🙂
I hope that you enjoy it as much as I did! It really is a fun book! 🙂
I have been in the mood for these lighter-hearted contemps lately. I don’ t know why, since they aren’t usually my thing. But for some reason, these are the only ones that I can get into, besides heart-rending contemps. WHO AM I?! Anyway, this sounds awesome, and I love the cover!
Hahaha! You know, I think that we all go through phases in our reading. I am starting to look forward to some of the fantasy novels that are coming out in the fall. However, I always have room for my contemps! 😉
So glad you like it! I read the book too and I agree that the enemies-to-lovers trope is done well here 😀 And the setting is awesome, I’d love to go to that kind of restaurant! Anyway, great review <3
Absolutely! I would love to visit a place like that some day, too! 😉
This book is on my tbr; sounds really awesome, thanks for the review!
This sounds like a fun read. Great cover.