That Certain Spark

I spent half the time cheering for Claire and the other half wanting to wring her neck! Very heartwarming and humorous. Highly recommend.

I love this book. It’s such an impressive feat to write a sensitive book about a character facing mental health challenges and make it so funny! A moment with a raisin made me actually snort with laughter.

It’s easy to relate to the main character, Claire, as she turns to mindfulness to regain control of her life. (After a bad break up and a stolen lawn-mower land her with a restraining order!) She’s smart, witty and compassionate as well as brimming with insecurity; someone who doesn’t hesitate to see the good in others, but sometimes fails to see it in herself.

There’s definitely romance here, as Claire does what her best friend advises: “kiss a few frogs,” but I really appreciate that the author focuses on her finding her true happiness from within.

Recommended for fans of Beth O’Leary and Laura Jane Williams.

I was in love with this book from page one! I have never read anything like this. I went in thinking this would be the predictable but enjoyable contemporary romance... it is not! It deals with real issues and was so relatable. It is a beautiful, charming and funny story of a woman realising she doesn't need a man to be fulfilled and is putting her life back together one cup of herbal tea at a time. I cried at points that were written so well that they were like my own feelings were on the page. It was written in a way that shows how well the author understands the issues she is tackling, it is not a 'trendy' representation of mental health, it is real and pure, yet doesn't feel depressing for the reader. Overall I cannot shout enough praise for this book. It is so unique in a genre that can feel repetitive and predictable. I loved it!

Humor, wit, charm and a fun read to boot! This gem has it all. Grab 'That Certain Spark' For yourself and a friend. Read it for pleasure, a book club, beach read (what the beach?!) or just laying around for a spell. Indulge with a bit o'humor, spoil yourself.

I read this in one hit. It made me laugh. It made me cry. It made me think about life in a different way. A stunningly simple but perfect book.