DNF at 12%
I really wanted to like this, and I tried to read more chapters, but at some point, to be honest, I had difficulty reading further. I liked the idea of the book and it had some good potential of a charming story. I liked the setting and the idea of where the book was heading towards, the bond between the sisters, but, the writing felt a bit forced and off compared with the characters, and because of that, I couldn't connect with the characters and they didn't feel like they could be real people if that makes sense. The other reason why I stopped reading, is that how Juliet reacted so coldly and snarky to her mother's death was too much for me. I can imagine that Juliet went through a lot in her relationship with her mom, and I'm not sure if in later chapters, more is being revealed or anything changes, but it just didn't sit well with me and I began to find her an unlikeable character to read. If you don't mind that some things are sometimes pretty hardly put into words and that the writing is a bit forced, I can imagine that won't be a problem and you can like this book and be more comfortable reading it than I did. But for me, It made me too uncomfortable to read further. As I haven't read more, I can't say that much more about the book, but, I hope that other readers will like this better :)

˚ ༘♡ ⋆｡˚ I would like to thank NetGalley, the publisher, and author, for providing me with this arc in exchange for an honest review. ˚ ༘♡ ⋆

3.5 stars "Escape to the Country Kitchen" by Hannah Langdon is a heartwarming story about Juliet, who returns to her family home in the countryside. She faces the challenges of dealing with family legacies, healing from a traumatic romantic breakup, and navigating ongoing family drama before she can move forward in life.

One of the best parts of this book is the setting, which sounds absolutely charming. The idea of a cooking school adds a delightful touch to the story. The characters are well-developed and realistic, each with their own distinct personalities.

However, some parts of the dialogue didn’t feel quite right to me, and there were moments of miscommunication in one of the key relationships that I found frustrating. While these elements were realistically portrayed, they are not my favorite plot devices.

Overall, "Escape to the Country Kitchen" is an enjoyable read with a lovely setting and interesting characters. Despite some issues with dialogue and miscommunication, it’s a good choice for readers who love stories about family, healing, and new beginnings.

Easy read for the beach or pool. Nothing to shout home about but enjoyable. Thank you netegalley for the advance copy

This was such an easy, fun read!

From the start, I related to Juliet in so many different aspects and I didn't like being called out in some of them😂

Juliet and Leo were good characters in themselves but I think their "love story" could've been more. I liked the side characters (her sisters and aunt mainly), I liked the settings, and the premise was very promising, but I felt like it was a bit drawn out and then the end more abrupt with lots of loose ends.
I enjoyed the authors writing style and will probably read some more of her books.

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Thank you NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

I absolutely loved this book and delighted to find out that it is part of a new series.
Sisters gather at their family home when they learn that there is financial difficulty and they all need to pull together. They are all artists and have artistic temperaments and sometimes clash and sometimes disappear into artistic bubbles.
The aunt is setting up a cookery school and it is wonderful to see the preparations for the opening and the delicious food they are preparing and the kitchen gardens which needs to be photographed for a book.
I loved the way that all their lives entwined and wondering whether they will save the house and fulfil their own working lives. I loved the setting, the food that I could picture, smell and taste alongside them. I loved everything about it!

Easy to read for a summer holiday. I felt that it finished a little abruptly but even so I enjoyed this book. Recommended.

Although the title suggests an escapist, uplifting story, it has some dark relationships and some unlikeable characters. Juliet returns to her family home for a celebration. Her family needs her to stay and help rejuvenate the ancestral family home with her artistic skills and money. Her aunt Sylvia is and has always been a positive and supportive force in her life, and it is mainly for her that Juliet agrees. Leo is the resident chef at the new country kitchen weekend courses. He is running from his past, which makes for a complex relationship with Juliet, who is also escaping her past. I liked the setting and the gradual building of trust between Juliet and Leo.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher.

Three sisters coming together with the agenda of saving their family home. Juliet returning from London with an almost broken heart and the other two with relationship issues of their own. Their AuntSylvia with the French chef (handsome and clever) have come up with their own ideas of cookery weekends, cookery school and a cookbook to boost funds. Everyone is expected to chip in, in whatever way possible.

Romance is in the air and mishaps are on the way but it all ends well. A light hearted read with mouth watering food mentioned here and there.

After reading and thoroughly enjoying Langdon’s Christmas w the Lords, I was looking forward to this new book. Unfortunately, I am very disappointed. The only similarities between the two are that they’re set in beautiful English country homes and both couples have awful exes. Whereas Christmas with the Lords is filled with the funny antics of a loving, eccentric family with adorable young twins and heartwarming interactions among the characters, this story is draining. Both Leo Brodeur and Juliet Carlisle have truly vicious, manipulative exes, but they allow them to continue to sow self-doubt to the point that they can’t trust their feelings for each other. The Carlisle family put the D in dysfunction, and the amount of secrecy and miscommunication is over the top. Although it’s a closed-door romance, there was no chemistry between Leo and Juliet. Juliet was exceedingly immature for a 30-year- old and quick to jump to unflattering and unfounded conclusions about Leo. I didn’t care for the third person POV, and the dialogue was often cringeworthy. Not recommended.

This book ended too soon. Leo and Juliet were such believable characters. Sylvia, Rousseau, Martha and Frankie were also a huge part of the wonderful tapestry. A truly joyous book to read!!

This book is the first in a series about 3 sisters who live in Feywood, a county house in need of repair. Juliet is the main character in this book which focuses on her return to Feywood. She returns to try to help her family to raise money to make much needed repairs. Juliet has been badly scarred by her late mother's criticism over the years and also as a result of a toxic relationship. This is a feel good book that shows Juliet learning to love herself again.

I had high expectations for "Escape to the Country Kitchen," but unfortunately, they were not met. Here’s why:

Beginning: The story started off very slowly, to the point where I had to force myself to continue reading.

Third-Person POV: The third-person point of view was executed poorly. The characters lacked distinct voices and felt flat.

Writing Style: The writing was too formal, making it difficult for me to connect with the characters and the story.

Character Relationships: The relationship between the main characters (MMC and FMC) lacked development and chemistry. They went from passive dislike to intimate moments without any build-up, making their interactions feel abrupt and unrealistic.

Story Development: Even after reading almost half the book, the story felt underdeveloped.

Ending: The ending was so abrupt that I had to re-read it multiple times, and I still didn’t understand it.

Overall, while the premise had potential, the execution fell short for me.

Thank you Netgalley and Storm Publishing for a copy of this arc.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a wonderful, heartwarming book. I enjoyed it a lot!

This book wasn't exactly what I expected. I liked it, but it felt like it was missing something for me to say that I loved it. I can see the patrons at my library really enjoying this book though, so I will recommend it for circulation.

this book kept me smiling!!! if you are looking for a cute, light summer time beach read, this is the perfect book for you!!!

Juliet has been called back to her family home (Feywood) along with her sisters, Frankie and Martha, their father wants help from them all in helping financially and actually running the family home which is a 200 year old house which understandably needs a lot of money spent on it. Juliet is not too pleased and neither is she taken with the French chef Leo, who will be running the cookery school, using ingredients locally sourced. There is a story behind Leo's past, when Juliet finds out what it is she's not too pleased! But who should she believe? She moves into the space which is above where Leo is working, and ultimately runs into him quite a lot. It's obviously going to be a testing
time for them both, as they both have pasts that they would rather forget about.

A lovely cosy romantic story about new beginnings and letting go of the past.
I really enjoyed reading this book and finding out about Juliet, Frankie and Martha, all sisters have their different routes in life and these three are no different. A tale of family and friends, woven together with delicious sounding food.

Juliet Carlisle, and her two sisters Frankie and Martha are challenged with helping their dad and aunt to finance the upkeep of Feywood house - a large historical manor home in the English countryside. I enjoyed the nuggets describing the location - especially the nearby forest, as well as the home and outbuildings.

Part of this plan includes the implementation of a cooking school where clients come and stay for a few days, and learn from an incredible French chef (with his own drama). Ms. Langdon did a fantastic job at creating a character you love to hate in Juliet's ex-boyfriend. I think we all know someone at least a little like him!

This definitely is the "chick flick" version of book - light, cozy, heartwarming and a quick read. And like many have mentioned, you'll be raiding the pantry for snacks while reading if you're not careful!

Thanks to NetGalley, Storm Publishing and Hannah Langdon for the eARC.

I adored Christmas with the Lords so when i got the opportunity to read Escape to the country kitchen i took it immediately and I'm very happy i did. It has a lovely setting with lovely characters and the most lovely descriptions of food!
i really felt for juliette and everything she went to and her story kind of resonated with me so i was really rooting for her.

A quick fun read perfect for summer reading!

I just didn't enjoy this book as much as I expected. The storyline was good - but the characters were somewhat irritating.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a temporary, digital ARC in return for my review.

I enjoyed reading Escape to the Country Kitchen by Hannah Langdon. You will fall in love with all the characters. I received an ARC of this book courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely. Happy Reading!