Another excellent summery read from Sue. Well researched and plotted with sunshine on the Greek island of Crete. Great for a holiday read.

Do you have cheating boyfriend problems? An Aunt that lives in Greece that runs an animal sanctuary? No? Neither do I, but what a place to escape to when it all goes wrong!

I so need a holiday to Greece now, the authors descriptions made it easy to visualise and it sounds absolutely amazing.

There's Something About Greece is a heartwarming summer romance, the perfect summery beach read. The settings are charming and the characters all realistic, although being an animal lover I have to say they were my favourite.

Overall the book is entertaining, enjoyable and Roberts is my go to author for anything Greece.

I loved this book. A wonderful well written treat of a story. Great characters and character development throughout the story. All set in a wonderful location. Perfect for your summer reading. Recommend

When Tania is invited to spend the summer with her aunt Judith who runs an animal shelter on the stunning island of Crete, she is torn. She hasn't been able to bring herself to travel since her last vacation romance utterly broke her heart. Does that mean it is time to put the past behind her?

I would like to begin my review by saying what an absolutely delightful book this was. It felt like I was mentally on a vacation in Crete, Greece. The author has painted a vivid picture of the locales and the mention of Greek cuisine had me yearning for it. While the endearing characters, food and culture captivated me I felt the narrative slow down a bit with very little plot.

To sum it up, it was just an easy going, feel good book that was full of love, laughter and new beginnings. Pick it up if you want to enjoy a light summer read.

Thank you @bookouture for having me on the #booksontour and @netgalley for providing me with a digital copy to read and review.

Heartwarming and cute story about family, love, dream, and finding happiness amidst pursuing career and life choices.

Thoughts:

- a bit dragging tho, but not to the point that bores me (I was invested and I kept on reading) just an average cozy flow of the story, and not gonna lie, but some parts are a bit cringe-y and unnecessary. However, I liked the premise and writing.

- slow-burn romance, also I find the main character's chemistry lacking and it could have been better, needs more improvement, especially the emotions, I thought it lacks sincerity and genuine affection.

- Tania is admirable for being a good adviser, and bringing out the best in others but can't say the same about herself until the end. Her character was such a great part of the story. She helped and respected everyone.

- Nicos is intriguing, I wish I know him more than Tania sees him (the book is mainly Tania's POV). I just wish I could say more for him but in the end, he was such a romantic.

Overall, this was such a lovely and cozy book to read. I am genuinely pleased with this book and perfect for a summer reading.

Big thanks to Bookouture and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

3.5 stars!

✈️ Be swept away to the golden sands of Greece in There’s Something About Greece a gorgeous, feel-good summer romance, full of love, laughter and new beginnings!

🍷 MY THOUGHTS: The true star of this book is the city of Crete and Greece itself! Roberts does an amazing job of bringing the city and it’s residents to life in these pages. I felt totally immersed in the food and culture.

I loved Nico, a Greek grump. I also liked that Tania’s aunt Judith has an animal sanctuary. It was interesting to learn more about that noble cause and see it woven into the story.

Read For:
☀️ Grump Sunshine
🔥 SLOW Burn
🏖️ Greece Setting

⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 / 5

What a sweet book! It’s about romance, family, and friendships. The best part about this book for me was the animal rescue/sanctuary. I loved that volunteers helped, and just anyone that was friends with Judith helped out at the sanctuary. I genuinely felt the love for the animals. Roberts did a great job describing Crete so much so that I was able to picture it. Makes me want to hop on a plane right now and go there! It really felt like Crete and the animal rescue was also a rescue for humans in an in-between stage of life. Nicos was dreamy. I don’t want to go into too much detail because I don’t want to give anything away, but there’s so much good about him. Overall, an easy, lovely read!

BLOG TOUR REVIEW

Review for 'There's Something About Greece' by Sue Roberts.

Read and reviewed via NetGalley for Sue Roberts, Bookouture publishers and Bookouture anonymous

Publication date 15th June 2023.

This is the fourth book I have read by this author. I have previously read 'Going Greek', 'Greece Actually' and 'What Happens In Greece' which I also recommend. It is also the first book in the 'Greek Island Escape' series.


I was originally drawn to this book by its beautiful eye catching cover, its intriguing synopsis and title and its extremely talented author. The synopsis stated that 'You will be swept away to the golden sands of Greece in this gorgeous, feel-good summer romance, full of love, laughter and new beginnings! Perfect for fans of Kate Frost, Jenny Colgan and My Mamma Mia Summer.' I am a huge fan of Jenny Colgan so am looking forward to seeing if this lives up to this statement. I am also a huge fan of Sue Roberts and if this is half as good as 'Going Greek', 'Greece Actually' and 'What Happens In Greece' it is sure to be a page turning read. I must admit I was also biased due to the publisher being Bookouture. I have yet to read a book published by Bookouture that I haven't enjoyed. Hopefully this won't be the first... Watch this space! (Written before I started reading the book).

This novel consists of a prologue, 37 chapters and an epilogue. The chapters are short to medium in length so possible to read 'just one more chapter' before bed...OK, I know yeah right, but still just in case!

This book is based in England, UK 🇬🇧 and Greece 🇬🇷 . The bonus for me of books that are partly or fully based in the UK is that I live in the UK and have sometimes visited places mentioned in the book which makes it easier to picture. I have actually visited England on several occasions so am looking forward to see if I recognise anywhere.

This book is written in first person perspective and the main protagonist is Tania. The benefits of books written in first person perspective are as long as they are well written it makes you feel that you are being spoken to by the protagonist and it can create more of a bond between yourselves and them.

Awww another absolutely fantastically gorgeous book Sue, Well done!!!!

This book is beautifully written and completely absorbs you in the stunning atmosphere of Greece and really sucks you in with the vivid descriptions leaving you feel the warmth of the the sun and smell of the sea. The synopsis and cover suits the storyline perfectly.

I have absolutely loved each and every one of the amazing Sue's books that I have read so far and this one is no exception!!! Honestly if you are ever in need of a break and fancy the gorgeous Greece then grab any one of Sue's stunners and prepare to be whisked away on a beautiful holiday!!! The storyline is authentic and realistic as well as easy to read and heartwarming. There was plenty of events going on throughout and it kept me hooked from start to end, I read it in one sitting while mainly sitting in the garden with the sun warming my legs at the same time Tania was being warmed by the sun in Greece making it feel like I was there even more than Sue's evocative storytelling did. The storyline was filled with a range of emotions and was heartwarming, devastating and had love, relationships, family, animals, friendship and history all going on in this beautiful atmosphere. It felt like a lovely break away from Wales!! I loved how the story ended and I would love to read more about the life in this gorgeous Greek village. I was absolutely devastated when I came to the end of this book as I was truly whisked away to Greece feeling the sand on my feet and looking at the stunning views. I absolutely loved the gorgeous atmosphere and the warm embrace of everyone in the rescue. I am a huge fan of books with animals in and especially rescue ones as I run my own Golden Oldies Cat Rescue and Hospice and this book has plenty to love PLUS they played a huge part which is definitely a bonus!!!! In this stunner we meet Tania who has decided that with her boyfriend of two years being a cheater, being fed up with her job and with her aunt Judith needing a hip operation but struggling with who will run the rescue while she is rehabilitating now is the perfect time to leave her life behind and go and help her aunt for the summer. Tania has spent many summers with Judith and the rescue so when she heads into Crete it feels like coming home again. The longer she is surrounded by her loving aunt, the gorgeous dogs ,and not forgetting, donkeys, a handsome neighbour and some great friends Tania starts questioning her life goals. Will Tania want to leave after having the summer of a Lifetime? Will she be able to leave Crete this time? Well, I could tell you the answers but that wouldn't be any fun when you pick up your copy of this stunner would it? The storyline was so heartwarming and it was such an easy and relaxing read with moments of laughter, some tension and sadness but overall happiness. It ended absolutely perfectly and I would love to see more of Tania, Nico, Judith and the rescue and the rest of the amazing characters soon!! Hint, hint Sue 😉!!!

Yet another absolutely gorgeous book!! I cannot wait to go on my next Greek adventure with the very talented Sue Roberts. I absolutely adored being in Greece but I also enjoyed learning and reading about Tania, Julie's rescue and meeting new friends who I absolutely adored!!! Another unforgettable holiday!!!

It is always worrying when starting a new series as you have no idea who the characters are. It is very important for me to bond with not only the lead protagonists but also any characters that may make repeat appearances during the series too.

The characters were all unique with their own realistic traits, strengths and weaknesses. It was intriguing to watch Tania and Nico's friendship grow, develop and change throughout the the storyline. It was also intriguing to see how not only Tania and Nico's relationship change throughout the book but also Tania's friendships and relationship with Julie, the rescue animals, the rest of the volunteers and just everyone involved!!! I absolutely adored both Tania and Julie and, well everyone 😂 and was completely invested in each and everyone. Running a rescue myself I know how time consuming, heart breaking, rewarding and hard it can be so I connected with Julie straight away as she owns her own but I also connected with the rest of the characters too. Speaking of the main character Tania, she is such a likeable person that she is definitely one of those characters that I am gutted she is fictional. My fingers and toes were crossed throughout for her to get her much deserved happily ever after. Nico's is another sexy Greek man that Sue has managed to whip up perfectly. He was charming, hot and everything I love to see in these stunning books and again it was a shame he isn't real!!! However, Sue's amazing evocative writing skills brought them to life as much as possible and they all leapt out of the pages as well as the stunning atmosphere, the rescue and the rest of the characters!!! Anyway, I best not say anymore as don't want to give anything else away for future readers!! It's just so easy talking about this fantastic book and so much I want to tell you all about but i really need to control myself!!! Needless to say I absolutely adored each and every character each for a different reason. All characters worked perfectly with the storyline and I would love to meet them again and cannot wait to get stuck into the second book in this series which is called 'All You Need Is Greece' and can be pre-ordered now ready for the release date of 14th August!!!



Well done Sue on another absolutely gorgeous book!!! I will definitely be looking for your books any time I need to be swept off to another country!!! This is exactly why when I am looking for a romance your books are what I look for and your one of my favourite authors.

Make sure you read to the very end of the book to read the first two chapters of Sue's ''My Big Greek Summer' which promises to be just as addictive as this book and is one I'm definitely looking forward to reading myself!!

Overall an absolutely perfect light hearted, stunning unputdownable romance that will sweep you off your feet and land you in Greece.

Genres covered in this novel include Contemporary Women's Fiction, Women's Romance Fiction, Greek Travel, Women's Humourous Fiction, Holiday Fiction, Love, Sex & Marriage Humour, Romantic Comedy, Humorous Fiction, Contemporary Women Fiction, Women's Romance Fiction, Fiction Mashups, Family Life Fiction, Women's Contemporary Fiction, Holiday Romance, Literary Fiction, Romance Fiction, General Humour, Women's Friendship Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Women Writers And Fiction, Holiday Fiction and Contemporary Romance amongst others.


I would recommend this book to the fans of the above as well as fans of Debbie Macomber, Kristen Bailey, Marian Keyes, Mhari McFarlane, Christina Lauren Sophie Kinsella, Sariah Wilson, Lindsey Kelk, Abby Jiminez, Kate Frost, Jenny Colgan, My Mamma Mia Summer, Emily Henry and anyone looking for a festive romance to snuggle in front of the fire with!!


299 pages.

This book is just £1.99 to purchase on kindle, free with kindle unlimited and £7.99 in paperback via Amazon or free on kindle unlimited which I think is an absolute bargain for this book!!!

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This book picked me up and packed me off to the beautiful island of Crete which is never a bad thing, and I was in my element soaking up the sun and settings that I encountered.

The standout feature of the story for me was the vividly descriptive writing that evoked the tantalising sights and smells of the island in such detail that I felt that I was right there with Tania on her adventures. Every nuance was finely portrayed for our reading pleasure and I was there for each and every moment.

Tania was an extremely likeable character and I was routing for a swoon worthy 'happy ever after' for her, from the outset, and I wasn't disappointed. Cue Nicos and his dark and dazzling Greek charms, and we have a love interest that didn't smoke the pages but sizzled softly as the narrative weaved on.

The rest of characters were vast, varied and carried eclectic charm to add extra sparkle to the storyline. They certainly created a warm welcome to Crete and I was sad to see the story come to an end.

There's Something About Greece is richly descriptive and a feast for the senses. I have a soft spot for this author and this story did not disappoint.

Get your bags packed for a Greek Adventure!

Thank you Bookouture for inviting me to be part of Books on Tour! “There's Something About Greece” by Sue Roberts will transport you to the Greek island of Crete. This book had me turning the pages so fast to see what would happen.

Tania travels to Greece to visit her Aunt Judith. Tania also meets grumpy Nico, who isn’t what he seems at first. What follows is a novel that will keep you captivated until the end. If you like a slow burn, this is for you! I could picture the beautiful island and I could taste the amazing food.
Many thanks to the author, Bookouture and NetGalley for a complimentary copy of the book. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

Time with her Aunt Judith couldn’t have come at a better time for Tania. Traveling to the Greek island of Crete gives her the second chance in life she desperately needs. Sadly, despite her feeling good about being there, Tania becomes concerned about her aunt, who has been putting off a much-needed knee replacement. Meanwhile, Tania finds herself distracted by a man named Nico.

Tania discovers that working with the dogs at her aunts animal rescue is very rewarding. There are also donkeys there and she finds herself really enjoying what she is doing and thinking that perhaps she may want to stay in Greece.

What a lovely story. From the stunning setting, the characters, the Greek food, the brewing romance that was brewing between Tania and Nico…it all came together in beautiful fashion in this latest book by Sue Roberts.

Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.

As a huge fan of books set in Greece, this one is up there with my favourites. Not only is it set on Crete, one of my favourite places in the world, but the author brings the setting to life. The characters are great as they weave in an out of the book. What a pity that Brexit has put an end to the spontaneity of living and working in the EU. Luckily we can escape vicariously and live our lives though books. Can thoroughly recommend as a must-read this summer.

Her aunt needs an operation - and soon it seems
So Tania decides to follow her dreams
She flies to Crete for the summer there
For her Aunt - and her rescue centre - to take care.

With animal antics and new friends, too,
A summer to re-think what she wants to do.
There's drama a plenty and surprises galore
As the locality and locals she gets to know more.

From her aunt's old friends and the helpers who're new
There's always something that they need to do.
The animals provide lots of laugh out loud surprises
And friendships grow as the temperature rises.

A story where romances bloom in the sun
With drama, laughter, rescues and fun.
For my complementary copy, I say thank you,
As I share with you this, my honest review.

After I read one of Sue Roberts’ books I want to Chuck it all into the wind, fly to Greece and crask=h with a distant relative (that I don’t have) and start a romance with a hunky Greek man who only has eyes for Me.
Alas, I have to live vicariously through the characters in her books.
It’s pure reading pleasure to crack open one of her sunny, pleasant stories.
This one has a temperamental donkey and a mischievous dog to go along with the likable characters and lovely scenery.

If you're looking for a summer beach read with holiday vibes then this is it!

I have never been to Greece but when flipping through the pages of this book I felt like I was there in the sea and sun living my best Mamia Mia life.

This was my first Sue Roberts book and it was a real feel good read. I adore animals so I loved the rescue shelter element. Tania has a close relationship with her Aunt Judith but the found family aspect with the shelter volunteers was a favourite aspect. And Nicos! The Greek God! Tania has been unlucky in summer romance before so is cautious to begin - expect a sloooow burn. But what I loved is no third act breakup! Just two adults saying it how it is!

This is my first time reading something from Sue and it won’t be the last. Her descriptions of Greece paint a very vivid picture that you feel like you're right there in the heart of it. Her characters are very believable and this whole story was enjoyable. I did find it slow in some places but overall I really liked it and it would be a nice little beach read.

Having been to Crete, around the very areas mentioned in the book I completely submersed myself in the story and let my memories of the area fill in the blanks.

Tania's boyfriend cheated on her and has moved on. Now she's stuck in a rut, in a job that's sufficient but not exactly exciting. When her aunt needs an operation and needs assistance at the dog refuge she runs. Tania makes the bold decision to move to Greece temporarily to help out.

Nicos is the new owner of a house near to the dog rescue and initially appears a bit of a grump. But he hides a kind heart and soon is involved in helping out at the rescue centre. But is it more than the dogs that hold his interest.

Tania's own life may be in disarray but she has a talent for sorting out others people problems. Her own parents are very aloof and cold towards her and I just could not find anything redeeming about them other than them allowing Judith to look after Tania when she was young.

This is a story that you shouldn't rush. Take in the beautiful descriptions of the people and scenery of Crete. This is very much a slow-burn, grumpy-sunshine and low spice romance. The secondary characters of the volunteers, Yolanda and Phillipe are well crafted and add to the story.

Author Sue Roberts has captured the essence of life on Crete! Not only does she give you enough description to place yourself there, but she also describes the faces and actions of passers-by and paints the setting with such vivid detail that the book plays out as a movie in your head as you read. This isn’t one of those books that you race through, it’s meant to be savoured.

Tania gets invited to spend the summer helping out her Aunt Judith with her animal rescue while her aunt recovers from knee surgery. Will the magic of Crete charm her? Will she return home at the end of the summer or take a chance on love?

I felt refreshed, my heart was full and I had a yearning for Greek food after this armchair travel to Crete. I can’t wait for another Sue Roberts book.

If you are an animal lover, love Greek food and life, and/or love slow-burn romances, this one’s for you.

I first want to say the detail of this book was amazing and I feel like I took a little mental vacation to Crete, Greece. I love when books transport me to the location the story takes place!

While this book was heartwarming, fun, and very easy-going overall, there are a few things that stuck out and made this book extra enjoyable for me:

- Getting to know all of the volunteers and their stories. I love found family aspects in books and I felt like each person was given the spotlight in their own way and they weren’t just filler to the story as a whole.
- Watching Tania struggle to know what her future held, but willing to take chances in the hopes that it will help her find herself and what she wants out of life.
- The closeness of Tania and her Aunt Judith which makes Tania quit her job and move to Greece to man the animal rescue while her aunt recovers from surgery.
- Tania and Nicos relationship not having the typical storyline of things going great and then one of them messing up only to fall back into place with each other. Things always going well was a nice change!

Read If you like:
Light hearted romance
Found family
Family ties
Rescue Animals
Travel

Thank you to @netgalley, the author, and @bookouture for providing me with a copy of this book for an honest review.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

Tania isn’t living the best life in the UK.

When she speaks to her aunt, she mentions that she could use some help at the sanctuary where she has dogs and other animals. To Tania it’s the perfect answer, she can work out what she wants to do whilst there.

So she’s off on her own adventure. She meets Nico, her aunts neighbour, who’s willing to help out too when needed.

Over the weeks of her being there, she begins to have feeling for Nico, now she has to make a decision, is she ready to go back home or can she stay, in Crete forever.

I loved the setting, the cuisine which made your mouth water and the characters.

I highly recommend this book.