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Oct 23, 2015

All About Books Days Book Review: I Remember You by Harriet Evans

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Review by Suze

Tess Tennant is moving back to Langford, the place she grew up in. She lived in London for a long time, but after being made redundant she needs a new start. Moving back to Langford means living close to her best friend Adam again. He helps her to find a cottage and soon Tess has a new housemate to share it with. Everything is going really well, but Tess is missing something. There's no spark in her life. Adam is dating the lawyer she's living with and even though the three of them get along just fine Tess doesn't really like it that her two friends are spending so much time together...

For Tess the best part about her work at the local college is going on a class trip to Rome. Her students are all adults and they're well behaved and friendly. Just before she left Tess went out in London with Adam and their day didn't end well. Fortunately Tess doesn't have to be sad for a long time, because she meets a handsome and interesting man in the exciting Italian city. Tess is finally happy again, only her glorious Rome holiday can't last. She needs to talk things through with Adam, but he isn't there to listen. Will they manage to mend their friendship eventually?

I Remember You is a beautiful story about love and friendship. Tess and Adam share a complicated history. They are great friends, but something has happened between them. When Tess moves back to Langford they are really happy to see each other again. The wonderful days of the past are something they love to chat about. I liked reading about their childhood days and about life in Langford. Tess and Adam went their own way after doing their A Levels. That made their relationship interesting and more complicated, which made the story fascinating.

This novel is quite long and I enjoyed every minute of my reading time. I loved finding out more about Rome and about Tess's work. Sometimes I wanted to shake them both and force them to talk to each other. It was fabulous that I felt so involved. I wanted to travel to Langford and see the town, I also kept wishing I could attend one of the classes, just to see what it would be like. I think Harriet Evans makes her characters and settings come to life really well. This amazing romantic story is definitely one of my favorite books by Harriet Evans.


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45 comments:

  1. AlexOctober 23, 2015 at 4:24 PM

    I would love to read this! I really liked the story and I love reading romantic stories!!

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  2. Donna BOctober 23, 2015 at 5:54 PM

    I love that they are books, such an original idea! I bought this book yesterday and look forward to reading it. The bag is beautiful!

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  3. Donna BOctober 23, 2015 at 5:58 PM

    It sounds like a good book and the reviews I've read have all been good

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  4. Ray OfsunshineOctober 23, 2015 at 9:02 PM

    I like the story, also visited Rome and part of the story being situated in Rome will bring back the memories of the beautiful city!

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  5. Judy ThomasOctober 23, 2015 at 11:03 PM

    I would love to read this, I love all books :)

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  6. Colette PiquetOctober 23, 2015 at 11:21 PM

    It looks like a great book, I can't wait to see what happens to Tess and Adam! :)

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  7. mikiOctober 24, 2015 at 12:21 AM

    it sound romantic and i like that friendship is also important in teh story

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  8. Geek JelloOctober 24, 2015 at 12:34 AM

    I love a good romantic story in the winter when it's a good time for snuggling!

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  9. Irina G.October 24, 2015 at 1:11 AM

    Would love to read this because I like romantic stories.

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  10. joan rafunzel medinaOctober 24, 2015 at 2:13 AM

    the design is so unique :)

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  11. SilviaOctober 24, 2015 at 3:18 AM

    love the designs, saw a few i really like!

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  12. SilviaOctober 24, 2015 at 3:19 AM

    your review really makes me want to read the book, sounds really good!

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  13. courtney ericksonOctober 24, 2015 at 5:46 AM

    I want to read this book because I love stories involving male/female friendships and all the complications that come with them.I also love the setting! (Courtney Hennagir on rafflecopter)

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  14. courtney ericksonOctober 24, 2015 at 5:50 AM

    The thing I love most about these bags is how unique they are! I have never seen anything like them before.Also,there is such an amazing selection in the shop.I am so glad I saw these now because they would be an incredible gift for the holidays coming up! (Courtney Hennagir on rafflecopter)

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  15. Mai T.October 24, 2015 at 8:39 AM

    I'd love to read this intriguing book since it has the most beautiful cover ever!

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  16. dorofte alexandraOctober 24, 2015 at 1:42 PM

    I like the story, also visited Rome so i would love to read this book

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  17. Oksana V.October 24, 2015 at 2:22 PM

    I would love to read beautiful story about love and friendship by myself :)

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  18. doreen lamoureuxOctober 24, 2015 at 2:46 PM

    Authentic and unique. I really love these. I really would love to read the book too.

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  19. まいだOctober 24, 2015 at 3:37 PM

    Awww, Rome! I like romance stories and also considering you liked it a lot, I have no doubt it's a great book! :D

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  20. Zara TencOctober 24, 2015 at 5:56 PM

    I love books that can transport me to a different world ;)

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  21. Mary PrestonOctober 25, 2015 at 12:40 AM

    A great review thank you. If I'm enjoying a book the longer the better. I love armchair travel.

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  22. SharleneOctober 25, 2015 at 12:51 AM

    I have read a few Harriet Evans books & really liked them. For some reason, I couldn't get into this one. I really couldn't stand the roommate & was annoyed with the guy for hooking up with her. I couldn't get past that, so I DNF'd. Glad you liked it, though! I will definitely read more of her books.

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  23. Elin HelmerssonOctober 25, 2015 at 7:19 AM

    I love to read and this sounds really nice. :)

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  24. the Teeny tiny à Tout FaireOctober 25, 2015 at 12:15 PM

    I love books set (at least partially) in my beautiful country (I'm Italian) and it's amazing that Rome is still used as a background for love stories...

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  25. Kimberly VOctober 25, 2015 at 12:44 PM

    I'd love to read it because you recommend it.

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  26. Gemma MasseyOctober 26, 2015 at 1:45 AM

    I love romantic stories x

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  27. Gemma MasseyOctober 26, 2015 at 1:45 AM

    Love the designs x

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  28. Heather_SOctober 26, 2015 at 2:45 AM

    The book sounds great and the bag is perfection!

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  29. NikolinaOctober 26, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    I like that these bags are sooooo original!!!

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  30. Lisa MOctober 27, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    they are just so creative and unique!

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  31. Sara GoodmanOctober 28, 2015 at 2:58 PM

    I would love to read this book because it looks amazing, and it's the type of book I love :)
    Thanks again for an incredible giveaway xx

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  32. DianaOctober 29, 2015 at 9:08 PM

    Tess and Adam are very interesting characters. Beautiful story!

    Artemis Giote

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  33. Ana Paula SousaOctober 29, 2015 at 11:00 PM

    Would çove to read this beautiful story

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  34. CristinaOctober 30, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    I like to read this book because I like romantic stories.

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  35. Gabbie G.October 30, 2015 at 3:25 PM

    It's a bit different than the kind of books I usually go for - it would be great to read a romantic book for a change, and I think I would love it!

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  36. Mary EvelynOctober 31, 2015 at 7:27 AM

    Every now and then I like to slip into a fun, romantic tale. I love British comedy &:romance. This book is set in London and I adore that setting in books. Sounds like a sweet escape.

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  37. Mary EvelynOctober 31, 2015 at 7:39 AM

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  38. Judith CauthanOctober 31, 2015 at 8:16 AM

    These bags are perfect for booklovers.

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  39. BubeOctober 31, 2015 at 7:31 PM

    The synopsis sounds great,and the cover is super awesome! :)

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  40. SilkeReadsAndWritesNovember 1, 2015 at 5:20 PM

    This is quite possibly the best etsy shop I've seen. The idea is amazing (once I get over the fact books had to die for this :P)
    But I'd adore a bag that holds my favourite book

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  41. Katherine RileyNovember 5, 2015 at 3:18 PM

    I love that the bags can be so personal by just choosing a favorite book!

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  42. Katherine RileyNovember 5, 2015 at 3:26 PM

    I love that there is descriptive travel to Rome...and about a friendship between a guy and a girl.

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  43. Isma Munir - Walk In VogueNovember 6, 2015 at 8:24 AM

    Reading books is my fav hobby! x

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  44. chachamisuNovember 10, 2015 at 10:08 PM

    The story sounds yes fascinating and the bag is beautiful. I had been wanting a book handbag/purse since long time but I've never managed to make it my self. Their creations seem like very well made.

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  45. chachamisuNovember 10, 2015 at 10:40 PM

    From the review it sounds like a love story book I would enjoy reading in this melancholy yet romantic autumn-winter.

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