The Book Bag: Katie Wicks

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Release Day! Chloe Baker's Lost Date by Katie Wicks ~ My Thoughts #ChloeBakersLostDate @CEMcKenzie1 @WbyWattpadBooks

Happy Release Day!

Chloe Baker's Lost Date by Katie Wicks

Romance, Fiction, Adult, 358 pages

Published May 7, 2024 by W by Wattpad Books

Happiness and happenstance go hand-in-hand in this delightful rom-com from the author of Hazel Fine Sings Along.

Chloe Baker has a brand new life in New York City with a great job but zero dating life. When she agrees to go on a blind date, she’s nervous but excited. But then, Jack is late. Ten minutes. Twenty. Thirty.

Just when she’s given up all hope, he shows up–and they spend a magical day together. An afternoon at the Met. A walk in Central Park. One amazing kiss. The perfect date.

Chloe’s on cloud nine, and she can’t wait to see Jack again. But when she texts to say thanks for the great date, she doesn’t get the reply she’s expecting. Suddenly, Jack’s unfindable. And Chloe will go to any lengths to figure out what happened–because true love is worth blowing up your life for . . . or is it?

My thoughts about Chloe Baker's Lost Date ~~

(I love to note the first lines of the books I'm reading. First lines can really grab a reader's attention and I love seeing where the author takes the reader after their first lines.)

First line—"He was late. Late for our date. Five minutes, seven, ten."

Chloe Baker's Lost Date is an entertaining, fun story but I have to be honest, I was a little frustrated with the relationship that Chloe had with 'Jack'. Why couldn't they be on the same page at the same time? So much back and forth. But I guess that's what makes for a compelling story and it definitely made me keep turning the pages. But seriously, get it together guys!

Putting aside my tiny bit of frustration, I thoroughly enjoyed this story and the characters. Some of the predicaments they found themselves in were so much fun to be a part of. And watching the relationship come together and blossom was totally satisfying.

I've read both of Katie Wick's novels and love them both. Chloe Baker's Lost Love was the perfect escape read that I needed right now. I highly recommend it for a fun, summer read.

I received a copy of Chloe Baker's Lost Date via NetGalley and this is my honest opinion of the book.

About the author

Katie Wicks was born and raised in Montreal, Canada, where she now lives and writes full-time. An amateur guitar and tennis player, Katie has been obsessed with reality TV singing competitions since American Idol debuted twenty-years ago but has never worked up the courage to audition herself. Hazel Fine Sings Along is Katie’s debut novel.

Katie Wicks is also the pen name for USA Today bestselling novelist Catherine McKenzie. ~ Goodreads

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Release Day! Hazel Fine Sings Along by Katie Wicks ~ My Thoughts #HazelFineSingsAlong @CEMcKenzie1

Happy Release Day!

Congrats Katie

on the release today of

Hazel Fine Sings Along!

Hazel Fine Sings Along by Katie Wicks

Contemporary, Romance, Fiction, 384 pages

Published May 2, 2023 by Wattpad Books

When your voice is all that matters—sing loud.

As Hazel Fine steps out of her crummy hotel room into the bright LA sunshine, she knows she’s got one, and only one, chance. Her audition for the massive talent show, The Sing Along, could change her life forever. She has the skills, what she needs now is a bit of luck.

Soon Hazel finds herself alongside fifteen other contestants who all have the same dream: superstardom. There’s the beautiful Hollywood golden child, Bella. The bright, bubbly country singer, Zoey. The extraordinarily handsome surfer/influencer, Benji. And Hazel, who has more to hide than her past. She’s got the chops, but can she handle the pressure without self-combusting?

Add in an undeniable attraction to the show’s talented yet brooding musical director, Nick, and the lecherous tactics of one of the judges, Hazel soon finds herself in over her head. But with her guitar strapped to her shoulder, she’s going to sing her heart out—and maybe open herself up to love at the same time. Who says you can’t have it all.

My thoughts about Hazel Fine Sings Along ~~

(I love to note the first lines of the books I'm reading. First lines can really grab a reader's attention and I love seeing where the author takes the reader after their first lines.)

First lines—"'I'm so nervous!' Hazel said to Amber as she stared at every outfit she owned, all laid out on the comfortable bed of her long-stay motel. 'What do you think I should wear to my audition?'"

Oh gosh! This was such a fun story! Who doesn't love watching singing competition shows? And then to have a story filled with such a delightful cast of characters. I totally devoured this book.

Hazel has so much talent but she also seems to bring a bit of drama along with her. And maybe a few secrets? But then, all of the other cast members bring their own drama and quirks to the table. That's what makes this story so great, the rivalry and conflict between them. They all want to be the winner!

Katie Wicks has created an entertaining and amusing tale for her debut novel. Catherine McKenzie, writing as Katie Wicks, has definitely penned a winner! I love this side of Catherine/Katie and look forward to more stories by Katie. I highly recommend Hazel Fine Sings Along!

I received a copy of Hazel Fine Sings Along via NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.

About the author