So, full disclosure, I was not aware of the prettylittelondon Instagram account before reading this book. That said, I loved it! There is a small section about how to have a better Instagram account, how to beat the algorithms and get more followers, etc…. but that’s not what I was after, so I mostly skipped that part. . The photography was beautiful and luscious! I really liked the layout and it flowed easily….I learned a lot and added a ton of new places I’d like to visit. Overall, a great little travel guide to pretty places in London.

As the massive Anglophile that I am, I needed this book, no matter how short or picture-heavy it would end up to be. Based on, and curated by the creators of the Instagram page of the same time, this nonfiction read provides a seasonal guide to the UK city's most Instagrammable sites, the blog/IG page history, and advice to take the best Insta snaps.

There's helpful text and gorgeous pics that makes this read so fun and gives me so much wanderlust! It reads like a friend giving off travel advice for little-known places you have to visit to up your IG game. With such gorgeous snapshots inside and on the cover, this book would make a perfect coffee table book for your living room.

This book advises you on the best places to visit by seasons, and the best ones to see, what to know or order, and why it's so 'grammable. It's so much fun and gives me so much serious wanderlust while reading about the best hidden gems to check out. Plus, the IG-worthy snaps are breathtaking and only add to my insatiable wanderlust now. You'll read about various categories of places, from hotels, restaurants, day trips, cafes, and more. It also gives helpful maps and nearby tube stations.

I only wish I had this guidebook before I last went to London, oh well, there's always next time...

The title says it all. This is a book with pretty photos of London. The book is by a couple who instagram in London. Beyond lovely photos laid out in the four calendar season the book gives instagrams suggestions on photography, filters, editing etc. I've been to London multiple times and recognized and appreciated shots of some of my favorite locations. But as a tourist I've rarely gotten shots without crowds or extra traffic. These photos require off peak hours and much editing as the authors mention.

There are cartoon drawn maps and mentions of nearby tubes but exact locations would be hard to find from this book. This is not a travel guide. A lot of the photos are of different foods. Again an instagram thing, but not as important to a busy traveler. I enjoyed the photos and appreciate how beauty can be found in many nooks and corners of a busy city. I'd recommend this book as a keepsake for lovers of London or for instagramers looking for ideas on setting up their own shots. Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group-White Lion for a temporary digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Forty-nine years ago, I went to London for the first time and lived there for three years. From the moment I landed to my entire stay and each successive visit later, London was MY city. I loved it dearly and enjoyed nothing more than sharing the special places and character that I had come to love.

Then in 2019, I spent time in London and could not believe how much it had changed. It did not feel like my city any more. I did not enjoy that visit and thought I would not come again. Thank you for this delightful book. It reminded me of all those lovely nooks and curiosities that made London so approachable. The pictures reminded me that you could escape the chaos and the darkness and find oasis of calm and beauty. Now I think, once travel recommences, that I have at least one more trip in me. I am glad. It has been a long love affair and I did not want it to end badly.

Five purrs and two paws up.

Pretty Little London is a guide to London for Instagrammers written by the pair behind the @prettylittlelondon Instagram account. The book is broken down into the four seasons pairing the time of year with when certain locations are most photographic. Each location had a couple paragraph description and a photo showcasing its beauty. The book includes everything from buildings, parks, hotels, restaurants, markets, etc. There are also a few day trips to places outside of London like Cambridge, York, and the Cotswalds included. I was pleased to see a few of my favorite London locations mentioned like Jo Loves in Belgravia and Kappacasein in Borough Market. In addition to information about the locations there were tips about when certain locations are least crowded or where to go to get the best view for your photo. The book also started by providing information about how they take their photos (camera used, editing software used, etc.).

I got the feeling while reading this that it was more-so meant for Instagrammers who live in London and know their way around than tourists who want to take cool pictures. While the nearest tube stop to each location and a neighborhood was provided, there was no other practical information like an address or website. Those unfamiliar with the city would have to spend a lot time Googling how to find some of the places. Let me put it this way, I have lived in London and I would struggle to find the vast majority of the places named using only the book. Overall this book would be a very fun coffee table for any lover of London and a great resource for any London based Instagrammer.

Thank you to NetGalley, Quatro Books, and Frances Lincoln for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Instagram post coming June 25, 2021

I received an advance copy of, Pretty Little London, by Sara Santini and Andrea Di Filippo. This is a great guide to London. I loved the pictures and the description of the places in London. It makes me want to go visit London.

This is so much more than just a blog extension or photo anthology. It’s part social media guide, part photography primer, part travelogue, and all love letter to one of the most vibrant, beautiful cities in the world.

The photos are stunning, of course, and this would make a wonderful city guide for residents and travelers alike. It would be lots of fun to make a project out of following any or all of the excursions described.

This will definitely be accompanying me on my next trip to London! In the meantime it satisfies all my armchair traveling wishes.

Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review!

Pretty Little London is a book that will appeal to Instagrammers who have just moved to London. The book is absolutely gorgeous as it is filled with stunning photographs of the prettiest areas of London. The authors also provide some interesting information on the places they feature in the book. There are even chapters on areas outside London that are perfect for a day trip. One of the most useful sections of the book contains photography and Instagram tips.

I will admit that I am not entirely smitten with this book. I feel the target audience is limited to people visiting London or people who have just moved there. Any Londoner who has lived there a while will know many of the places listed. There are also better guides to the different areas of London and there are also entire books dedicated to places you can easily travel to in a day. I am also slightly uncomfortable that the book features private houses and residential streets. Admittedly, there aren't many included but I really wish there were none. Instagrammers already have a poor reputation due to some individuals not respecting the privacy of homeowners.

I feel that Pretty Little London is one of those books that will be perfect if you are part of the narrow group it is targeted at. I love London and I enjoy taking photos for Instagram but I still felt that this book is not aimed at me. I did enjoy browsing through the photos in this book but I still did not feel that I was part of the target market and I can think of books that I would find more useful.

I was expecting fa ulous photos of London, and I was not disapointed in that manner. However, the format of the book was horrible. All the photos were streached and the text was unbelievably hard to read.

The book is devided into 4 parts, each of them giving you best places to see, visit and do in London in each season.

A gorgeous curated guide to just the coolest spots in London! Filled with gorgeous photos, facts, instagram tips, and location guides, this is the ultimate guide to London! Seriously beautiful book and such an interesting read!

*Thanks Netgalley and Quarto Publishing Group – White Lion for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*

I was sent an ARC by the publisher for an honest opinion.
If you are a follower of prettylittlelondon on Instagram am sure you have heard about this book. They have a beautiful page and they bring that into a book. I may call this a coffee table essential. As part of ARC i was sent an ebook but id definitely recommend you get a hardcopy of this one. They also let you in on their inside story of how to take those instagramable pictures. Enjoyed going through this so much

The book, Pretty Little London, had its origin in an Instagram account. The account belonged to a couple who did not grow up in England. The two wanted to enhance their sense of London as a beautiful city with all it has to offer. The result is a beautiful compilation of photos showing London in every season.

Each seasonal chapter opens with a detailed map. I found these to be very appealing with their cute drawings. Thanks to these, readers who visit or live in London can find the locations that are described in the book. For each entry readers will find both beautiful photos and text. The text includes descriptions of things to see and also what look like great suggestions for eating, drinking, shopping and more.

This title also includes some advice on Instagramming and taking photos. These sections will be of interest to those who want to work on their own projects.

I really love this book. It makes me want to hop on a plane and visit one of my favorite cities while having the chance to make new discoveries.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own.