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When Archie Met Rosie: An Unexpected Love Story Kindle Edition
An Unexpected Love Story.
Rosie Foster has two dreams. The first is to move off the Tradmore Estate, and the second is to see Paris. Archie wants for nothing. He has his five-bedroom house but no one to share it with now that his beloved wife, Cath, has died. And then … Holly has a disastrous night out and, against all the odds, Archie meets Rosie.
A funny, sad and poignant tale of how love can be found in the strangest of places.
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Product details
- ASIN : B07DC935KV
- Publisher : Raucous Publishing
- Publication date : June 5, 2018
- Language : English
- File size : 1.7 MB
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 306 pages
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Best Sellers Rank: #2,233,089 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #11,743 in General Humorous Fiction
- #18,961 in Humorous Fiction
- #37,274 in Romantic Comedy (Kindle Store)
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About the author

'At last, another Gillian Flynn’ -- Amazon Reviewer.
Lynda Renham is author to many popular romantic comedy and gripping psychological thriller novels. She lives in Oxford, UK. She has appeared on BBC radio discussion programs and is a prolific blogger. You can find her on Twitter and when not writing can usually be found wasting her time on Facebook.
Lynda is published by Bloodhound Books.
https://www.bloodhoundbooks.com/
Lynda lives in Oxfordshire with her second husband and cat. Her web page: www.renham.co.uk and Twitter: @lyndarenham
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Customers enjoy this book's humor, with one describing it as a happy story full of laughs and another noting how life takes unexpected turns. They appreciate the characters and find the writing well-crafted, with one mentioning it's quick to read.
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Customers enjoy the book's humor, describing it as a cute love story that's fun to read, with one customer noting how it captures life's unexpected turns.
"I loved this book! I laughed, I cried, I cheered, I got so mad! It was everything a book should be! One of the best books I've read in awhile!..." Read more
"I really enjoyed this story, and loved all the characters. So much life to them, you feel you really know them." Read more
"...Yet, she does do it in a humorous way for the most part. Real life is real life- sometimes you have to laugh to keep from crying...." Read more
"Deals with the some of the harsher sides of life, but softening it with a love story." Read more
Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, with one describing it as a lovely bedtime read.
"I loved this book! I laughed, I cried, I cheered, I got so mad! It was everything a book should be! One of the best books I've read in awhile!..." Read more
"Wasn't too bad but did Holly really need to go for an abortion?? Did that have to be in this book, which I considered light comedy?..." Read more
"...Just quirky enough to make for some good, relaxing Sunday reading." Read more
"I so very much enjoyed this book. Such rich characters, a marvelous my funny story line, just a great all around read." Read more
Customers love the characters in the book.
"...One of the best books I've read in awhile! I loved the characters,they just seemed so alive and to jump off the pages!..." Read more
"I really enjoyed this story, and loved all the characters. So much life to them, you feel you really know them." Read more
"...I enjoyed the characters and the plot. The story moved at a good pace and I had to force myself to sleep and saved the ending for the morning...." Read more
"The characters were interesting. It was fun to see how their lives changed. A little humor, a little danger, and some love" Read more
Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one noting it is quick to read.
"Loved how the strory was written. It flowed easily and really made you feel how life takes turns and to take one day at a time" Read more
"This midlife romance was quick to read and pleasing. Just quirky enough to make for some good, relaxing Sunday reading." Read more
"I enjoyed this book. The writing style and story was very good." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2018I loved this book! I laughed, I cried, I cheered, I got so mad! It was everything a book should be! One of the best books I've read in awhile! I loved the characters,they just seemed so alive and to jump off the pages! I sure hope their is a sequel to this as it ended suddenly and I would love to know what happens with the other characters! This is the first book I have read by this author. I'm going to have to read more by her! Hope they are just as Good!
- Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2019I really enjoyed this story, and loved all the characters. So much life to them, you feel you really know them.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2020Laugh out loud. Yes, the author deals with some very serious issues. Yet, she does do it in a humorous way for the most part. Real life is real life- sometimes you have to laugh to keep from crying. I especially liked that the story is about an older heroine who finds happiness. She really can't help that she is surrounded by a cast of characters! Can she?☺
- Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2020Wasn't too bad but did Holly really need to go for an abortion?? Did that have to be in this book, which I considered light comedy? Not sure how it ended bc I refused to finish it after 3 quarters thru. Absolutely unnecessary!
- Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2018Deals with the some of the harsher sides of life, but softening it with a love story.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2019Loved how the strory was written. It flowed easily and really made you feel how life takes turns and to take one day at a time
- Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2018In the tradition of her earlier books, this is a fun and humorous read. I enjoyed the characters and the plot. The story moved at a good pace and I had to force myself to sleep and saved the ending for the morning. Nice work of light fiction.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2018Rosie wins money and Frank, her husband gets run over by a pizza delivery truck. With Frank’s death and her win, the people wanting to get her hands on her money come out of the woodwork. Then she meets Archie, who is really Alfred but what’s important about a name. This was the first thing that made me giggle. Rosie just couldn’t get Alfred’s name correct and he gives up on correcting her. The fun, the entertainment, and the giggles continue throughout the rest of the book.
The book is set in the UK and the language in ‘local English’ but I found myself really enjoying the different wording, the different spellings, and the different conversations. The last few books by Lynda Renham have been thrillers, which I enjoyed, but I liked that she returned to the style of writing that I first knew her for. The quirky characters, the fun storyline, and the great friendships are what drew me to Lynda as an author.
When Archie Met Rosie is a book for all readers. There is life lessons, friendships, family drama, and so much fun within the story. I recommend picking up your own copy.
Top reviews from other countries
- Cliente AmazonReviewed in Brazil on October 28, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars When Archie met Rosie
Endearing story. The beginning of the story specially is super funny. The way the author writes in the 1st character POV is really good. I recommended the book already
- FrenchVillageDiariesReviewed in the United Kingdom on July 15, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars A cleverly written book with a gorgeous cover
We meet Rosie at a life-changing moment when her ordinary world is completely turned upside down. Paris, or rather the dream of Paris, becomes a little thread of hope that winds its way through some of her toughest days. As she is coming to terms with her new normal, a chance meeting with a family from a wealthier area unexpectedly leads to friendship and confidences that span generations. Archie is lonely following the death of his wife but would rather be on his own than be manipulated by his overbearing family. Meeting Rosie gives him much needed companionship and the possibility of a brighter future.
Written in the first person, with each chapter from the point of view of a different character, this book is a great glimpse into what goes on inside the heads of others. Lynda cleverly includes different ages from different backgrounds, all wanting different things from life and we learn their insecurities, regrets, hopes and dreams. She covers death, loneliness, debt and inheritance as well as family dynamic, age, affaires and virginity, but with humour too.
I really enjoyed this book that highlights that we often don’t realise what we’ve got until it’s gone and I’m sure it’s one that will make you think, nurture your dreams of Paris and feel good inside. It would be a perfect companion to a lazy Sunday afternoon.
- Mrs. Rowena BrownReviewed in the United Kingdom on July 28, 2018
4.0 out of 5 stars A good read well written, funny and most enjoyable.
I enjoy Lynda Renham's books, she has a great style and creates believable characters, and without stretching the imagination too far interesting plots.
- JackyReviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely loved this book
Absolutely loved this book, the characters were so believable, both funny and sad. I always enjoy Lynda Renham books but I have to say this is probably my favourite so far, I didn't want it to end. Look forward to her next book.
- LaineReviewed in the United Kingdom on October 25, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable, amusing and a pleasure to read
Thoroughly enjoyed this lovely and easy to read book. The characters were believable. I will look out for others by this author and hope there is a follow up story.