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The Secret by Julie Garwood
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it was amazing
bookshelves: 5-stars
Read 2 times. Last read March 20, 2021.

Reread #2 (3/20/2021) This book still has the best female friendship ever! The wedding scene was hilarious. Iain and Judith are the best and I love them so much. The plot is perfect and I enjoyed the underlying feminism subplot in it. It was all just so good and so entertaining and I’m pretty sure I’ll reread it and enjoy it many times again! Definitely one of my all time favourite HRs!!

5 stars

Now there’s something worth mentioning about this book, male heroes in HRs have some kind of reputation, but the hero in this one was, dare I say, sweet? Iain totally took me by surprise. He’s that alpha headstrong highlander who still have a soft spot for Judith.

I loved Judith. She was so freakin amusing and outspoken. I loved how she made a home for herself and how she fought for the women in the clan. The friendship between her and Frances Catherine was the best! These two made me jealous with how such great friends they are.

The book was so addicting to read. I was glued to my seat till I finished it. The dialogues were hilarious. I loved the feminist subplot and how lain was supporting Judith and her decisions. I loved all the side characters, they were amazing. This was such a cute fun HR that made me laugh and swoon a lot. I can already see myself reading it again.
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July 22, 2020 – Shelved
July 22, 2020 – Shelved as: 5-stars
July 22, 2020 – Finished Reading
Started Reading
March 20, 2021 – Finished Reading

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message 1: by Melanie (new)

Melanie A. So glad this was such a winner for you, Em! Great review. <3


EmBibliophile Thank you so much, Melanie! xx


Matilda Just picked this book up and I'm so excited! I loved that we got a glimpse into their childhood and could see how inseparable the two girls were right from the start!


EmBibliophile Omg I can’t wait to hear your thoughts about it. I loved this book so much! I’ve been thinking about reading it again for a while now. It was the beginning of my Julie Garwood’s obsession. I really hope you end up enjoying it as well. xx


Matilda Omg it was such a good book!! I fell in love with just about every character and the storyline was so heart-warming. I really enjoyed the positive message it portrayed in the end! I haven't read many books from this genera, but I have no idea why because they're so great! I'm definitely obsessed with this author as well and I'm going to pick up some more of her books. Do you have any recommendations? xx You should definitely read the book again so we can gush over it together!! xx


message 6: by EmBibliophile (last edited Mar 20, 2021 06:52PM) (new) - rated it 5 stars

EmBibliophile yesss!!! Omg I’m so happy you loved it!! This comment made me so happy! You’re so right all the characters were great and the storyline was just so perfect and so addicting! And the message at the end? Just Waw! I’m glad you loved the author and I can’t wait for you to read more of her books so I can have someone to share my obsession with, lol! I loved every book I read by her except one I think, which I hated so much I can’t even remember it’s name, lol. Some of my favorites are the bride, honor’s splendor, and the gift (which I’m planing to reread this month because I’ve been craving some pirate romance and this one was just so good!) I’m so excited for you to try more of her books! And I really hope you enjoy whatever you pick! xx


message 7: by Warda (new) - added it

Warda This book is so well loved!!! Need to buy myself a copy ASAP! You’ve reviewed it so well. Hilarious dialogues are always a win in a story. 😍


Ainhoa It was such a good book!! This made me love HR! The best heroines and female friendship ever 😍😍


message 9: by Nicole (new) - added it

Nicole I can't wait to read this one!! I enjoyed the Bride :D


message 10: by Kim (new)

Kim Not my usual cup of tea but this lovely review won me over ♥️


message 11: by Lau � (new)

Lau ♡ I really need to give Julie Garwood another chance 😅. Glad you love it too in your reread, Em!! ❤️


EmBibliophile Warda- it deserves all the love! It was such a great enjoyable book! And the dialogues are so hilarious indeed!! I can’t wait to hear your thoughts about it! Hope you love it as much as I did! xx


EmBibliophile Ainhoa- Right? The friendship was the best! This book was just so enjoyable to read. So glad you loved it too! xx


EmBibliophile Nicole- i really enjoyed the bride as well! Julie Garwood’s writing is just so good and so addicting! if you’ve already enjoyed the bride I can guarantee that you’d love this one! xx


EmBibliophile Kim- Aww that’s so nice of you! Thank you so much sweetie! xx


EmBibliophile Lau- Thank you so much sweetie! I highly recommend you give this book a chance. I just love it so much and I think you might like it too! I know her style isn’t for everyone, but personally, I enjoyed most of her books! xx


Laura ❀ Amazing review Em!! The secret is one of my favourite HR’s!! I loved Judith so much - defo one of my favourite Julie Garwood heroines!! I’m so glad you enjoyed your re-read 💕


Alina Lovely Review Em! I reread this book every few months, its such a great Historical romance, and I love the female friendships!


EmBibliophile Laura wrote: "Amazing review Em!! The secret is one of my favourite HR’s!! I loved Judith so much - defo one of my favourite Julie Garwood heroines!! I’m so glad you enjoyed your re-read 💕"

Oh im so glad to hear its your favorite too!! i love this book so much!! Thank you tho sweetie!! xx


EmBibliophile Alina wrote: "Lovely Review Em! I reread this book every few months, its such a great Historical romance, and I love the female friendships!"

the female friendship is the best!! this is one of those books that is still as great with every reread! thank you, Alina! so glad to know you love it too!! xx


message 21: by Rose (new) - added it

Rose Your review Em 😍 I love the friendship and how the hero supported the heroine in her decisions� I'll have to add this


EmBibliophile Yessss!! Give it a try! It’s one of my all time favourite historical romances! And the friendship is one of the best! I love it so much! xx


message 23: by Rose (new) - added it

Rose Definitely thanks Em


EmBibliophile You’re welcome! Hope you enjoy it! xx


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