What a lovely book!!!! It's a cozy, funny and romantic book. Mandy Baggot is such a good chick lit writer! I am so happy to have discovered her books in 2019! "one night on ice" is a lovely story about a very shy and full of anxiety woman who is working in a civic hall and who will gain more self-confidence with a little help of a beautiful and very kind iceskater. This book is a page-turner. I couldn't stop reading! Just a little warning, even though this book takes place in winter and has many reference of ice skating and icerink, this is not a book that is taking place during Christmas time.
I gave this book a 4 stars out of 5. I can only recommend this book to all of you chick lit fans!!!! You will love it!

For a winter read (or during any season really), this is not one that I necessarily would recommend--to anyone. From the beginning, I had difficulty with the story but especially with the characters. Both of the main characters (but mostly Sam) were irritating. Frustratingly irritating. Initially, I thought Sam's character quirks were made to be realistic but as the story progressed she became more and more neurotic.

Nothing about the story was exceptional and if anything, the writing, the plot, and the characters were all less than average.

For a shorter novel, it took me quite a while to get through and it became more of a chore than a good reading experience.

***Thank you to the publisher for supplying me with an ARC of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review***

A sweet romance between two quite different people but who complemented each other.

Samantha, who suffered from anxiety, was a box office assistant in the Civic Center. Jimmy, a professional skater, with his own personal problems, had come to skate there. There was a spark between them. When the Civic Center was to shut, both hatched a plan to save it.

Having read a few books by author Mandy Baggot, I knew I would enjoy the journey she took me on. The initial part was a bit slow, and it took me some time to get into the swing of the story. Then I could skate easily down the pages.

The characters were real and dealing with authentic problems. The author made the heavy issues easy to read and understand. The romance was fun, I liked the big story behind it. Samantha was well developed from shy insecure to someone walking with her head held high. I saw myself in her.

Overall, it was a sweet read on a lazy Sunday evening.

Samantha lives for her work – and at her work in the local Civic hall. From remembering the magical times with her parents and sister there seeing shows, to the current discounted meals and quite frankly, 3rd tier acts they now book – the Ice Show promises to bring the center back to it’s former glory, if only momentarily. The assistant to the ‘manager, Samantha is suffering from a severe dearth of self-confidence and a drastic need to function within a very small box and routine. Compared to her older and much more ‘out there’ sister, she’s that quiet and reliable shadow in the background – solidly plugging along to a specific goal. Uncomfortable with new people, confrontation, standing up for herself – you name it: she’s the logical one who manages orders, smooths ruffled feathers and is always there.

But with a ‘wonderful’ idea that his ‘girls’ skate during intermission with programs and ice-cream, Samantha grudgingly accepts, even as she’s not skated for years. With the ice show on, they’ve snatched practice time and the star of the show, Jimmy, is not only handsome, but he wants Samantha to skate more – so much so that ‘after hours’ he’s convinced her to skate with him to ‘help him out’ with seeing if teaching is what he wants to do after retiring from shows. But, with an alcohol problem in his past, and a current partner who wants to sabotage him – he’s got lots going on – all of which make him even more scary to Sam. But - she’s discovering that she’s falling for him – something that with his encouragement and solid backing of her taking over the managerial position has brought a new bounce to her step.

Baggot manages to make even the most timid of characters speak to readers and bring us inside their heads. She’s easy to like – even if you wish she’s be less timid, and far less judgmental where Jimmy is concerned – but perhaps a bit more strident with her sister. Who is off the chain selfish and dramatic – and you see that Sam just uses her sister’s drama to be the ‘quiet one’. With her caring for Gobolino the stray, her coming alive on the ice as her confidence grows with each solid skate – the sweetness here can’t be denied. Even when everything appears to go utterly pear-shaped and the signs are all negative. With lots of help, a ton of heart and a wonderful recognition of Samantha’s finding her own two feet and voice, the story gives plenty to laugh about, cheer for and enjoy.

I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my ow responsibility.

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A lovely feel good read set in the town's local theatre where you get to meet the wonderful Samantha who adores working at the theatre.

This is a book that will make you laugh and break your heart in equal measures. Samantha is very ordered and can find communicating with men in particular really difficult. When the new ice act comes to town, the male lead skater is drop dead gorgeous and sends her into a total tail spin.

A book that I loved reading as just wanted to see if Samantha could make her dreams come true both at work and personally.

I really love books by this author so i wasnt surprised when i couldnt out this book down, a brilliant read throughout,. i dont rmemeber rememebr it as the older title but still here it is with a new title.
Jimmy being the leading man in this book with his sulty minstrel eyes, theresd a chance to fall in love on the ice..... samantha has to try and help save the civic hall.
It is one of those book that is filled with humour, love and a sexy man to boost.
laugh out loud moments and a great story.

DNF'd at 14%

Just couldn't stand the main lead's house than thou attitude and all the judging that went along with it.

This was such a cute book! This was the first book I've read from this author and I really enjoyed it. The story was different from anything I've read recently and really captured my attention. It was so well written and the characters were fantastic.

Goodness this is lovely! Mandy Baggot is so good at the balance of humour, romance and more serious issues making reading her books such a wonderful experience. This is another great story with strong and relatable characters and some real laughs. I was completely on the side of the heroine, loved the setting of the story and the interplay between characters, I read this in one sitting as it was so magical.

This book was so much more than I thought it would be. while it did have some very cute romantic moments there were still some heavy topics discussed. If you're looking for a quick, fast read with some romance and a little bit of real-life this is a good read for you! I know I enjoyed my time reading it.

I found some of the book repetitive, but its an enjoyable story all the same. The main character has a very quirky personality and funny ways to express her anxieties, which can be a bit full on., but amusing. Its definitely worth picking up and trying for yourself.

I really warmed to the characters in this book, Samantha was so shy, while her domineering sister Chloe was annoying. Samantha is passionate about her job, despite her horrible boss, the Civic Hall is her passion. The way she acts in front of Jimmy Lloyd, the famous skater, is both funny and heart-warming at the same time. A real feel-good book, with you willing Samantha to shine through.

I wasn't too keen on this for some reason. I've read Mandy's books before and loved them, but this didn't hi the spot. It took me a while to get in to it and I need to love a book from the off

When routine-driven box office assistant, Samantha Smith, meets the stars of Skating on Broadway her life is turned upside down. This is a cute book but I just never really connected with Samantha. In fact she drove me crazy most of the book. I think that most people will love it though!

Samantha Smith is the most unlikely heroine. She’s the younger of two sisters but while Cleo is vivacious and outgoing Sam is a lover of routine, of old black and white movies and is happiest with her nose buried in a book. Her life revolves her job as box office assistant at the Civic Centre where like many small local theatres she is a jack of all trades selling tickets, ordering (and over ordering!) ice creams and selling programmes and confectionary at the shows.

The latest show at the Civic Centre is an ice dancing show called Skating on Broadway. When Sam comes face to face with celebrity skater Jimmy Lloyd she finds herself immediately attracted to him and struggles with embarrassment, panic attacks and shyness. She’s not known for her prowess with the opposite sex and now that it means something to her it makes it even harder. Jimmy has a few issues himself but sees something in Sam that makes her really hard to set aside.

Having been a customer at many a small theatre in our capital and around the country I found myself reminiscing about past visits and the amazing staff that keep them going. This book is a joyous recreation of a small business at the heart of its community that finds itself under threat because of a withdrawal of funding. Sound familiar? It is the plight of small theatres all over the world.

This reprint by Aria brings One Night on Ice to a brand new audience and will delight and entertain readers.

Supplied by Net Galley and Aria in exchange for an honest review.

Samantha is an awkward, shy young woman who doesn't realize her worth. This quick, quirky, story keeps you intertained and leaves you rooting for everyone. I started and finished it within 24 hours and enjoyed each page. Many thanks to NetGalley and Aria for allowing my to pre-read this book.

If you like Hallmark Christmas movies, you'll enjoy One Night on Ice.

Many thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

Mandy has done it again, I don’t think she has ever written a book that I didn’t adore and melted me. I loved Samantha shy and awkward, coming to grow with help from Jimmy. A festive fun read full of cute characters, a really heartwarming read. A wonderful seasonal read.

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

A rather humdrum romance, featuring a rather awkward heroine. Samantha is so uncomfortable around men, it is almost painful. to read. I found the story was very slow moving. .

A winter tale that warms the heart which is full of hope and love. Always an uplifting and heartwarming read. Perfect novel coup!ed with hot chocolate.