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Date with Destiny
Ginny is about to turn 32. It’s a year she’s been thinking about for a long time. Sixteen years ago she crossed paths with a psychic who made some key predictions about her thirty-second year… Three bad A heartbreak, a loss of independence, and a death.Three good A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someone, and meeting her soulmate. The issue is that Ginny is due to get married in a month… but it’s all nonsense, obviously. But when some of those pesky predictions start coming true she starts to wonder what might happen next…
400 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 9, 2024
About the author
Lucy Vine
9 books179 followersLucy Vine is a writer, editor and the bestselling author of Hot Mess, What Fresh Hell, Are We Nearly There Yet? and Bad Choices. Her books have been translated into sixteen languages around the world, with Hot Mess optioned for a TV series. She has been nominated twice for the Comedy Women In Print Award and hosts the podcast and live event series Hot Mess Clubhouse, celebrating funny women. Her journalism has appeared in international publications, including Grazia, Stylist, heat, Fabulous, New, Now, Marie Claire, Glamour Online, Cosmopolitan, The Daily Telegraph, The Sun, and The Mirror. She lives in Cambridgeshire.
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July 18, 2024
Isto é tudo o que eu quero num livro! Tem diversão, romance, humor, leveza, tristeza, desenvolvimento pessoal etc … este livro foi perfeito !! 🥹
Adorei as personagens! Adorei a história e achei super original!!! Adorei o final, acho que foi demasiado perfeito! Adorei os plot twists (e foram muitos) e não previ nenhum!
Adorei este livro e foi uma boa experiência 🪄🔮🤌🏼
Adorei as personagens! Adorei a história e achei super original!!! Adorei o final, acho que foi demasiado perfeito! Adorei os plot twists (e foram muitos) e não previ nenhum!
Adorei este livro e foi uma boa experiência 🪄🔮🤌🏼
July 3, 2024
4.75
this was a true depiction of girlhood and it made me heart really really happy
this was a true depiction of girlhood and it made me heart really really happy
May 6, 2024
Review: I love Lucy Vine books so much, she just seems to write to appeal to my lifestyle and my sense of humour and so how could I complain? The speed with which I tore through this book once I picked it up was intense, I just couldn’t put it down, I wanted to read on and find out what would become of Ginny, her friends, her family and, most importantly, her psychic predictions!
Ginny is great because she is so easy to relate to. She works in her family’s jewellery business (which definitely gave me Bridesmaids vibes) and she has a pretty settled life at the start of the novel. Then something shakes everything up like a snowglobe and we get to be with her as she tries to piece her life back together and move on with this set of psychic predictions hanging over her. I think my favourite of the predictions was definitely her life-changing trip, it was clear what it was going to be and it made me laugh out loud whilst reading a LOT!
Ginny’s team behind her are a varied bunch and I always love that shout Lucy Vine books, she really does make her characters like the kind of people you have as friends in real life. People aren’t all the same age in a friendship group, people come and go and people have very different lifestyles and are still able to be friends. I always feel like I am seen and I am represented in one of her books and I loved Ginny’s friends and family in Date With Destiny! I thought it made a real change that Ginny’s sister was part of the group and was just accepted even though she was younger and I like that the friends didn’t always go down the cliche route when it came to major life events!
This book was just a really good time! I was invested in the story straight away, behind Gunny every step of the road. Lucy Vine made me laugh, she made me think and she entertained me from start to finish. I highly recommend Date with Destiny, I think it’s got something for everyone and definitely one that should be in your bag this summer!
Ginny is great because she is so easy to relate to. She works in her family’s jewellery business (which definitely gave me Bridesmaids vibes) and she has a pretty settled life at the start of the novel. Then something shakes everything up like a snowglobe and we get to be with her as she tries to piece her life back together and move on with this set of psychic predictions hanging over her. I think my favourite of the predictions was definitely her life-changing trip, it was clear what it was going to be and it made me laugh out loud whilst reading a LOT!
Ginny’s team behind her are a varied bunch and I always love that shout Lucy Vine books, she really does make her characters like the kind of people you have as friends in real life. People aren’t all the same age in a friendship group, people come and go and people have very different lifestyles and are still able to be friends. I always feel like I am seen and I am represented in one of her books and I loved Ginny’s friends and family in Date With Destiny! I thought it made a real change that Ginny’s sister was part of the group and was just accepted even though she was younger and I like that the friends didn’t always go down the cliche route when it came to major life events!
This book was just a really good time! I was invested in the story straight away, behind Gunny every step of the road. Lucy Vine made me laugh, she made me think and she entertained me from start to finish. I highly recommend Date with Destiny, I think it’s got something for everyone and definitely one that should be in your bag this summer!
May 9, 2024
Brilliantly funny. This is a refreshing, full of humour story. The story zips along at a great pace and I really enjoyed seeing Ginny ( and some others ) find their peace with life.
I loved the relationships between Ginny,her friends and her sister. The support and unconditional love they gave to her was wonderful.
Ginny’s mum was a character you love to hate - over the top, narcissistic and selfish she needed to have that severe talking to - but still had that family at heart attitude that the whole book is based on.
The family jewellery business sounded a fun place to be and in adding Ginny’s flair for the extra customer service pieces you could see why it was a hit.
August 6, 2024
THE ENDING OH MY GODDDD
May 30, 2024
I wanted to read this book because I enjoyed Seven Exes and when I met Lucy in February, she was promoting this book and it sounded like an interested read. However, I personally struggled to get into this book.
This book is based on Ginny, and she is about to turn 32. It's a year she’s been thinking about for a long time. Sixteen years ago, she crossed paths with a psychic who made some key predictions about her thirty-second year – Three bad: A heartbreak, a loss of independence, and a death and three good: A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someone, and meeting her soulmate. The issue is that Ginny is due to get married in a month, but it’s all nonsense, obviously. But when some of those predictions start coming true, she starts to wonder what might happen next.
This storyline was funny and adorable, and I was rooting for it. I ended up liking the side characters more than the main character. I didn’t like Ginny; she was acting like she was 16-year-old rather than 32-year-old. I understand being a people pleaser, but she was just over the top. I loved Toni and Myfe, they were ones who i would have loved to have the main storyline. We knew the predictions were coming and that they were going to happen, but I would have liked to be surprised at who was the heartbreak and the death.
I didn’t like the love triangle/square that was going on and the miscommunication aspect of it, I would have loved for her not to find her soulmate and like they said to leave it to her and her best friends. Celeste gave me a headache and I found myself skimming her monologue and rants because it was all the same.
I enjoyed Lucy’s writing and her storyline and cannot wait to see what she’s writing next.
This book is based on Ginny, and she is about to turn 32. It's a year she’s been thinking about for a long time. Sixteen years ago, she crossed paths with a psychic who made some key predictions about her thirty-second year – Three bad: A heartbreak, a loss of independence, and a death and three good: A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someone, and meeting her soulmate. The issue is that Ginny is due to get married in a month, but it’s all nonsense, obviously. But when some of those predictions start coming true, she starts to wonder what might happen next.
This storyline was funny and adorable, and I was rooting for it. I ended up liking the side characters more than the main character. I didn’t like Ginny; she was acting like she was 16-year-old rather than 32-year-old. I understand being a people pleaser, but she was just over the top. I loved Toni and Myfe, they were ones who i would have loved to have the main storyline. We knew the predictions were coming and that they were going to happen, but I would have liked to be surprised at who was the heartbreak and the death.
I didn’t like the love triangle/square that was going on and the miscommunication aspect of it, I would have loved for her not to find her soulmate and like they said to leave it to her and her best friends. Celeste gave me a headache and I found myself skimming her monologue and rants because it was all the same.
I enjoyed Lucy’s writing and her storyline and cannot wait to see what she’s writing next.
May 9, 2024
Whether you believe in fortune tellers or not, you are sure to enjoy this book in which Ginny was given six predictions, when she was only 16, for her 32nd birthday year. Three negative which thankfully happen first, then we move on to the three positive. Ginny is not sure she believes, but her friend Myfanwy is very into fortune tellers, crystals etc and excitedly tries to persuade her the events happening in her life are from the list.
The author covers so many issues in an important but not at all depressing way. Family dynamics. Friendship. Romances and the heartbreak which goes with them ending. Death of a loved one. School bullying. And very importantly, the signs women should be aware of which may lead to a heart attack.
Although Ginny does have her life problems, it is written in a light hearted way and Ginny keeps her sense of humour throughout with plenty of laugh out loud comments. She’s a strong woman but slightly under the thumb of her celebrity mother, and just trying to escape and make her own way in life.
I loved the close friendships between Ginny and her pals and I loved the support they gave each other. Well written full of life characters I could really relate to.
I was so hoping for a happy ending for Ginny after the year she had. I’ll not give any spoilers away.
A wonderful heartfelt, entertaining and laugh out loud funny book I would recommend as a great holiday - or any other time of year - read.
The author covers so many issues in an important but not at all depressing way. Family dynamics. Friendship. Romances and the heartbreak which goes with them ending. Death of a loved one. School bullying. And very importantly, the signs women should be aware of which may lead to a heart attack.
Although Ginny does have her life problems, it is written in a light hearted way and Ginny keeps her sense of humour throughout with plenty of laugh out loud comments. She’s a strong woman but slightly under the thumb of her celebrity mother, and just trying to escape and make her own way in life.
I loved the close friendships between Ginny and her pals and I loved the support they gave each other. Well written full of life characters I could really relate to.
I was so hoping for a happy ending for Ginny after the year she had. I’ll not give any spoilers away.
A wonderful heartfelt, entertaining and laugh out loud funny book I would recommend as a great holiday - or any other time of year - read.
March 25, 2024
What a lovely, georgus, heart - warming book from Lucy Vine - it felt like reading her first novels. Actually, I had a feeling that I'm reading Lindsay Kelk, this book was such light - hearted and filled with genuine humour.
Sure, there were moments that I didn't love so much, that felt, let's say, over - the - top and oh - so - convenient, and also after ditching the destiny curve the book started to feel a bit too forced, bot overall it was really a great book. The characters were really well written, they were sometimes truly annoying and their actions made me want to bang my head on the wall, however I like the way Ginny and her mother and sister were forced to take to find themselves and discover what it is that makes them happy in life. I especially liked the angle with the girls power, the women surrounding Ginny and how much they supported each other.
Under all the lightheartedness there are some issues hidden and some lessons to be learnt and the author has written them very skilfully, not overwhelming the readers. There is much more than just a rom - com to it and I liked it.
Sure, there were moments that I didn't love so much, that felt, let's say, over - the - top and oh - so - convenient, and also after ditching the destiny curve the book started to feel a bit too forced, bot overall it was really a great book. The characters were really well written, they were sometimes truly annoying and their actions made me want to bang my head on the wall, however I like the way Ginny and her mother and sister were forced to take to find themselves and discover what it is that makes them happy in life. I especially liked the angle with the girls power, the women surrounding Ginny and how much they supported each other.
Under all the lightheartedness there are some issues hidden and some lessons to be learnt and the author has written them very skilfully, not overwhelming the readers. There is much more than just a rom - com to it and I liked it.
May 12, 2024
Actual rating 4.5.
I adore Lucy’s books and this latest one is no exception - obviously it’s hilarious as always and the romance is on point, but what I love most about Lucy’s books is a) how likeable the female characters are, like you just want to be in their gang, and b) the epic female friendships that feel just as important as the love story. I absolutely loved Ginny and all of her family and friends, although her mum could do with the occasional kick up the bum (can’t all mums?!). And there was even a career arc for Ginny - what more do you need?!
If you have yet to discover Lucy’s books, pick one up asap - they’re guaranteed joy 👏
I adore Lucy’s books and this latest one is no exception - obviously it’s hilarious as always and the romance is on point, but what I love most about Lucy’s books is a) how likeable the female characters are, like you just want to be in their gang, and b) the epic female friendships that feel just as important as the love story. I absolutely loved Ginny and all of her family and friends, although her mum could do with the occasional kick up the bum (can’t all mums?!). And there was even a career arc for Ginny - what more do you need?!
If you have yet to discover Lucy’s books, pick one up asap - they’re guaranteed joy 👏
January 24, 2024
Brilliant! I laughed out loud a LOT. Love Lucy Vine’s characters.
April 28, 2024
To follow
May 27, 2024
3.5 (RTC)
June 11, 2024
finally finished 😭🤚🏼
May 22, 2024
I loved this, the whole premise had me from the start! I flew through this in a couple of days and just needed this lighthearted fluffy romance. I loved Ginny’s character and she had me laughing out loud sometimes but also clutching my chest feeling so sorry for her with how little confidence she had, sometimes like Myfe I really wanted to shout ‘Stand up for yourself Ginny!!!!’. I am so glad we got to follow her on that journey of self discovery and see what whirlwind her life was taking her on! Throughout the book you watch as the three losses pass by Ginny but also her three gains, the three gains were just amazingly thought out and done I loved every part of it. Lucy, you had me at one point thinking the ending was not what we was going to get, but that little twist surely made up for things. Cannot wait for the next book of Lucy’s to come!😊
May 6, 2024
4.5
This was a really fun and light-hearted romcom, perfect to snuggle down with.
The plot follows Ginny as she navigates life in the wake of her fiancé suddenly breaking up with her. Meanwhile, her best friend insists that the six predictions from when she was sixteen, are starting to come true.
This was such a fun and refreshing read, one that I was certainly craving after reading a few heavy books. I read this book in an afternoon; it was so light and easy-going that you can pick this book up and completely get swept away from the fun story and hijinks.
While the plot is great, the characters really make this book for me. It has such a fantastic cast of brilliant and different characters. I really gelled and resonated with Ginny right from the start. She's such a sweet and caring character and like me, is a complete people pleaser. While some right read this book and scream at the pages for Ginny to disagree with people and tell them how she's really feeling, I'm sitting there agreeing with her not wanting to upset anyone or the status quo! I also really connected with Toni; I'm the youngest sibling in my family, and I know how it feels to be desperate to be taken seriously and be seen as an adult, when you really have no idea what you're doing! As Toni is so much younger than the rest of that characters, I was slightly worried that I would find her a little annoying and out of place, but I was so wrong. She's such a lovely character!
Zach is everything; I love him so much. He was absolute perfection; he's sweet, caring, funny, awkward and talented. What more could you ask for in a love interest? I will say, however, that I think his reasoning for avoiding Ginny at the beginning was a bit stupid - I mean, she was a child for crying out loud!! That aside, he's fantastic and has such amazing chemistry with Ginny.
It was just shy of five stars for me, just because I took me a couple of chapters to properly get into the story. However, I really recommend this book!!
This was a really fun and light-hearted romcom, perfect to snuggle down with.
The plot follows Ginny as she navigates life in the wake of her fiancé suddenly breaking up with her. Meanwhile, her best friend insists that the six predictions from when she was sixteen, are starting to come true.
This was such a fun and refreshing read, one that I was certainly craving after reading a few heavy books. I read this book in an afternoon; it was so light and easy-going that you can pick this book up and completely get swept away from the fun story and hijinks.
While the plot is great, the characters really make this book for me. It has such a fantastic cast of brilliant and different characters. I really gelled and resonated with Ginny right from the start. She's such a sweet and caring character and like me, is a complete people pleaser. While some right read this book and scream at the pages for Ginny to disagree with people and tell them how she's really feeling, I'm sitting there agreeing with her not wanting to upset anyone or the status quo! I also really connected with Toni; I'm the youngest sibling in my family, and I know how it feels to be desperate to be taken seriously and be seen as an adult, when you really have no idea what you're doing! As Toni is so much younger than the rest of that characters, I was slightly worried that I would find her a little annoying and out of place, but I was so wrong. She's such a lovely character!
Zach is everything; I love him so much. He was absolute perfection; he's sweet, caring, funny, awkward and talented. What more could you ask for in a love interest? I will say, however, that I think his reasoning for avoiding Ginny at the beginning was a bit stupid - I mean, she was a child for crying out loud!! That aside, he's fantastic and has such amazing chemistry with Ginny.
It was just shy of five stars for me, just because I took me a couple of chapters to properly get into the story. However, I really recommend this book!!
May 12, 2024
Ginny is about to turn 32 and is about to embark on a year that she’s been thinking about for a long time. Sixteen years ago she crossed paths with a psychic who made some key predictions about what would happen to her in sixteen years time,and that time is now…
Three bad things: A heartbreak, a loss of independence & a death.
Three good things: A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someone & meeting her soulmate.
With Ginny a month away from being married she truly believes that it’s all nonsense but when the predictions start to come true it’s only natural to wonder what will happen next…
I devoured this book, Lucy Vine is a fantastic writer with the ability to put a smile on your face and, having seen her at a few book events, her personality shines through in her writing style. Ginny is a likeable character, along with her best friend and her sister, the relationships and self-discovery a massive part of the story. The sharp wit and the comic one-liners keep the pages turning and I really enjoyed the uniqueness of the plot, the ‘what-if’ of the predictions and the impact of just how quickly life can change.
Yes its light-hearted but there are some serious issues discussed with family relationships, friendships, relationships and health issues, all seamlessly intertwined to have the impact required, all keeping that classic style we know and love from this author. It’s more than just a rom-com (with a wonderful last minute twist at the end!), it’s a kick-ass girl power read that you won’t regret picking up!
(Lucy, always nice to see a passing mention of my name in a character, would like to say I’m not like this one!😛)
“Sometimes my brain feels like it’s a washing machine. One of those fancy washing machines with like, fifteen settings that no one really understands or uses…”
Three bad things: A heartbreak, a loss of independence & a death.
Three good things: A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someone & meeting her soulmate.
With Ginny a month away from being married she truly believes that it’s all nonsense but when the predictions start to come true it’s only natural to wonder what will happen next…
I devoured this book, Lucy Vine is a fantastic writer with the ability to put a smile on your face and, having seen her at a few book events, her personality shines through in her writing style. Ginny is a likeable character, along with her best friend and her sister, the relationships and self-discovery a massive part of the story. The sharp wit and the comic one-liners keep the pages turning and I really enjoyed the uniqueness of the plot, the ‘what-if’ of the predictions and the impact of just how quickly life can change.
Yes its light-hearted but there are some serious issues discussed with family relationships, friendships, relationships and health issues, all seamlessly intertwined to have the impact required, all keeping that classic style we know and love from this author. It’s more than just a rom-com (with a wonderful last minute twist at the end!), it’s a kick-ass girl power read that you won’t regret picking up!
(Lucy, always nice to see a passing mention of my name in a character, would like to say I’m not like this one!😛)
“Sometimes my brain feels like it’s a washing machine. One of those fancy washing machines with like, fifteen settings that no one really understands or uses…”
June 8, 2024
This was my First Lucy Vine Book and I picked this one up as a little bit of a cover buy as the Cover looked really intriguing and the premiss sound right up my street and I was transported off to this world and fell in love with the setting and world created and I will defiantly be looking to pick up more of Lucy’s books in the future and I can highly recommend the AudioBook version of this book the narrator did an amazing job of bringing the characters to life.
Ginny is about to turn 32 and is about to embark on a year that she’s been thinking about for a long time. Sixteen years ago, she crossed paths with a psychic who made some key predictions about what would happen to her in sixteen years’ time and that time is now…
Three bad things: A heartbreak, a loss of independence & a death.
Three good things: A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someone & meeting her soulmate.
With Ginny a month away from being married she truly believes that it’s all nonsense but when the predictions start to come true it’s only naturally to wonder what will happen next
I devoured this book, Lucy Vine did an amazing job at putting a smile on my face and making me laugh out loud with some of the twists and turns in the book that I could never have predicted. It’s safe to say that Ginny was such a likeable character along with all the characters in the book. I loved the journey that Ginny goes on throughout the book and the sense of growth at the end felt rather realistic. I really enjoyed the uniqueness of the plot, the ‘what-if’ of the predictions and the impact of just how quickly life can change.
This Book is light-hearted but also contains some serious issues that are discussed with Family relationships, relationships and health issues, these are all seamlessly intertwined. I loved the spirit of Woman Power.
Ginny is about to turn 32 and is about to embark on a year that she’s been thinking about for a long time. Sixteen years ago, she crossed paths with a psychic who made some key predictions about what would happen to her in sixteen years’ time and that time is now…
Three bad things: A heartbreak, a loss of independence & a death.
Three good things: A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someone & meeting her soulmate.
With Ginny a month away from being married she truly believes that it’s all nonsense but when the predictions start to come true it’s only naturally to wonder what will happen next
I devoured this book, Lucy Vine did an amazing job at putting a smile on my face and making me laugh out loud with some of the twists and turns in the book that I could never have predicted. It’s safe to say that Ginny was such a likeable character along with all the characters in the book. I loved the journey that Ginny goes on throughout the book and the sense of growth at the end felt rather realistic. I really enjoyed the uniqueness of the plot, the ‘what-if’ of the predictions and the impact of just how quickly life can change.
This Book is light-hearted but also contains some serious issues that are discussed with Family relationships, relationships and health issues, these are all seamlessly intertwined. I loved the spirit of Woman Power.
May 9, 2024
Lucy Vine is fast becoming one of my go-to authors, when I want a modern romcom. She always brings what I need - a brilliant heroine, some kickass best friends, a will they/ wont they romantic interest, and a plot that will grip you from page one.
In 'Date with Destiny', Ginny is happily engaged to Daniel, working in her celebrity mother Celeste's jewellery shop, and is generally pretty happy with life. She sometimes thinks back to when she was 16 and a fairground fortune teller made 6 predictions that would happen in 16 years time - 3 depressingly awful (heartbreak, loss of independence and a death) and 3 utterly wonderful (a lifechanging trip, reconnecting with someone, meeting your soulmate) - but she tries not to give them too much attention, surely its all made up - and besides, she has her soulmate, Daniel.
Their wedding preparations are fully in swing; Celeste is taking over all of the arrangements but Ginny tries to make peace with the fact that her planned quiet intimate wedding is now spiralling out of control. But then the predictions start creeping into real-life and Ginny has to face the future that she never wanted to happen. Her wonderful best friends Myfanwy and Solani help her navigate what's happening to her, offering her a shoulder to cry on or to be a sounding board as she tries to work out where her well-planned life is going.
There are some brilliant laugh out loud moments as well as times when I gasped in shock at what had just happened. 'Date with Destiny' is a perfectly paced, highly entertaining read, ideal for a bit of escapism.
In 'Date with Destiny', Ginny is happily engaged to Daniel, working in her celebrity mother Celeste's jewellery shop, and is generally pretty happy with life. She sometimes thinks back to when she was 16 and a fairground fortune teller made 6 predictions that would happen in 16 years time - 3 depressingly awful (heartbreak, loss of independence and a death) and 3 utterly wonderful (a lifechanging trip, reconnecting with someone, meeting your soulmate) - but she tries not to give them too much attention, surely its all made up - and besides, she has her soulmate, Daniel.
Their wedding preparations are fully in swing; Celeste is taking over all of the arrangements but Ginny tries to make peace with the fact that her planned quiet intimate wedding is now spiralling out of control. But then the predictions start creeping into real-life and Ginny has to face the future that she never wanted to happen. Her wonderful best friends Myfanwy and Solani help her navigate what's happening to her, offering her a shoulder to cry on or to be a sounding board as she tries to work out where her well-planned life is going.
There are some brilliant laugh out loud moments as well as times when I gasped in shock at what had just happened. 'Date with Destiny' is a perfectly paced, highly entertaining read, ideal for a bit of escapism.
July 24, 2024
Thanks to Netgalley and the tagged publisher for my copy of Date with Destiny by Lucy Vine.
In this captivating book, we accompany Ginny, who has been receiving predictions from a fortune teller since the age of 16 for when she turns 32. Finally, that fateful year has arrived. Will all the predictions unfold as foretold, or are they mere fabrications? Although I found the first half of this book to progress at a leisurely pace, I thoroughly enjoyed the introduction to all those who revolve around Ginny, including her sister Toni and Mffanwy. The girls' mother, Celeste, is quite overbearing, yet I found the interactions between the girls to be endearing. While there were moments that didn't resonate with me, feeling somewhat exaggerated and overly convenient, the book seemed to take a forced turn after Ginny deviated from her destined path. Nevertheless, it undeniably remains a commendable book. The characters were exceptionally well-drawn; at times, they were genuinely irksome, and their actions incited a desire to express frustration. However, I appreciated the journey Ginny, her mother, and her sister underwent in their quest to discover themselves and find happiness in life. Particularly intriguing was the exploration of the girls' powers and the unwavering support they received from the women surrounding Ginny.
Beneath the light-hearted exterior, this narrative subtly delves into hidden issues and imparts poignant lessons, skillfully presented by the author without overwhelming the readers. It offers much more than a typical rom-com, and I found that truly appealing.
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In this captivating book, we accompany Ginny, who has been receiving predictions from a fortune teller since the age of 16 for when she turns 32. Finally, that fateful year has arrived. Will all the predictions unfold as foretold, or are they mere fabrications? Although I found the first half of this book to progress at a leisurely pace, I thoroughly enjoyed the introduction to all those who revolve around Ginny, including her sister Toni and Mffanwy. The girls' mother, Celeste, is quite overbearing, yet I found the interactions between the girls to be endearing. While there were moments that didn't resonate with me, feeling somewhat exaggerated and overly convenient, the book seemed to take a forced turn after Ginny deviated from her destined path. Nevertheless, it undeniably remains a commendable book. The characters were exceptionally well-drawn; at times, they were genuinely irksome, and their actions incited a desire to express frustration. However, I appreciated the journey Ginny, her mother, and her sister underwent in their quest to discover themselves and find happiness in life. Particularly intriguing was the exploration of the girls' powers and the unwavering support they received from the women surrounding Ginny.
Beneath the light-hearted exterior, this narrative subtly delves into hidden issues and imparts poignant lessons, skillfully presented by the author without overwhelming the readers. It offers much more than a typical rom-com, and I found that truly appealing.
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August 4, 2024
Lucy Vine’s Date with Destiny is an uproariously funny romantic comedy perfect for Ali Hazelwood fans.
Sixteen years ago, Ginny had crossed paths with a psychic who had made some key predictions for her thirty-second birthday. Ginny had initially dismissed them as nonsense and had thought no more about them – until sixteen years later when the predictions began to come true. With Ginny about to get married in a month, the bride-to-be cannot help but feel apprehensive – especially as the psychic predicted that Ginny will experience heartbreak, a loss of independence and even a death!
It’s not all doom and gloom for Ginny though. Sure, she might die or lose someone she loves, but she might also go on a life-changing trip, reconnect with somebody very important to her and even meet her soulmate! Should Ginny trust her instincts, follow her heart and cross her fingers that everything will turn out as it should? Or is she about to lose everything she had always wanted just when happiness was within reach?
If you are looking for a joyful, irreverent and uplifting romantic comedy that will make you laugh out loud, look no further than Lucy Vine’s Date with Destiny. A fun read with a lovely relatable heroine you cannot help but cheer for, Date with Destiny is an irresistible romantic read from Lucy Vine you should definitely pack in your beach bag this summer.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Sixteen years ago, Ginny had crossed paths with a psychic who had made some key predictions for her thirty-second birthday. Ginny had initially dismissed them as nonsense and had thought no more about them – until sixteen years later when the predictions began to come true. With Ginny about to get married in a month, the bride-to-be cannot help but feel apprehensive – especially as the psychic predicted that Ginny will experience heartbreak, a loss of independence and even a death!
It’s not all doom and gloom for Ginny though. Sure, she might die or lose someone she loves, but she might also go on a life-changing trip, reconnect with somebody very important to her and even meet her soulmate! Should Ginny trust her instincts, follow her heart and cross her fingers that everything will turn out as it should? Or is she about to lose everything she had always wanted just when happiness was within reach?
If you are looking for a joyful, irreverent and uplifting romantic comedy that will make you laugh out loud, look no further than Lucy Vine’s Date with Destiny. A fun read with a lovely relatable heroine you cannot help but cheer for, Date with Destiny is an irresistible romantic read from Lucy Vine you should definitely pack in your beach bag this summer.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
April 9, 2024
"The trouble with spending half your life with six psychic predictions hanging over your head is that your friends never let you forget about it."
Lucy Vine just writes books that girls want to read — they’re full of real women, beautiful friendships, and such relatable chaos that makes it feel like it could’ve happened to you or your friends.
I fell in love with Ginny right away - her humour, her wit, her slightly chaotic energy, her brutally honest awkwardness and the way she doesn’t really believe in psychics but can’t help but wonder if these silly predictions could mean something. Her narration was fabulous, so easy to read in such a casual, conversational tone that felt like a friend telling us a story. The supporting cast of characters were beautiful too, amazing women with stunning, complex and loving relationships that just made me smile.
There’s some slow burning romance, a lot of self discovery, family drama and a dose of silly fun as we go through Ginny’s weirdest year on the planet yet, moving along at a brilliant pace that kept me hooked - bringing some very real feelings and dotting in some little romcom, storybook chaos along the way for something that was just so much fun.
A joyous story about love in all its forms and another magnificent release from Lucy Vine.
Lucy Vine just writes books that girls want to read — they’re full of real women, beautiful friendships, and such relatable chaos that makes it feel like it could’ve happened to you or your friends.
I fell in love with Ginny right away - her humour, her wit, her slightly chaotic energy, her brutally honest awkwardness and the way she doesn’t really believe in psychics but can’t help but wonder if these silly predictions could mean something. Her narration was fabulous, so easy to read in such a casual, conversational tone that felt like a friend telling us a story. The supporting cast of characters were beautiful too, amazing women with stunning, complex and loving relationships that just made me smile.
There’s some slow burning romance, a lot of self discovery, family drama and a dose of silly fun as we go through Ginny’s weirdest year on the planet yet, moving along at a brilliant pace that kept me hooked - bringing some very real feelings and dotting in some little romcom, storybook chaos along the way for something that was just so much fun.
A joyous story about love in all its forms and another magnificent release from Lucy Vine.
September 7, 2024
2 stars tbh.. i didn't really get to relate to the characters and this entire book felt like a giant mess.
i love a magical realism story but this one was really badly executed. i enjoyed the parts where ginny was working in the jewelry store but that's about it.
imo there was way too much unnecessary queer "representation". i guess it was trying to fit in all kinds of labels making it look unnatural, odd and very forced. why do we need a label for absolutely everything and why do we also need to mention the label in specifics? as a queer person myself this just screams like a bad netflix movie trying to be "woke", trendy and relevant. when will queer rep become just an additional character trait and not something the character is Recognized by?
there was also an unnecessary scene with shrooms that i did not enjoy. it was just totally weird. don't understand the point of it. in general it is So flabbergasting to promote drug use in books in a positive way idk...
there were also very one-dimensional male interests. at no point was i able to predict who ginny will end up with bc she was constantly jumping from one guy to another and they all had 0 personality. i also hated how the dialogue was quite cringe at times.
just a big mess sorry..
i love a magical realism story but this one was really badly executed. i enjoyed the parts where ginny was working in the jewelry store but that's about it.
imo there was way too much unnecessary queer "representation". i guess it was trying to fit in all kinds of labels making it look unnatural, odd and very forced. why do we need a label for absolutely everything and why do we also need to mention the label in specifics? as a queer person myself this just screams like a bad netflix movie trying to be "woke", trendy and relevant. when will queer rep become just an additional character trait and not something the character is Recognized by?
there was also an unnecessary scene with shrooms that i did not enjoy. it was just totally weird. don't understand the point of it. in general it is So flabbergasting to promote drug use in books in a positive way idk...
there were also very one-dimensional male interests. at no point was i able to predict who ginny will end up with bc she was constantly jumping from one guy to another and they all had 0 personality. i also hated how the dialogue was quite cringe at times.
just a big mess sorry..
May 13, 2024
The Blurb :
Ginny is about to turn 32. It’s a year she’s been thinking about for a long time. Sixteen years ago she crossed paths with a psychic who made some key predictions about her thirty-second year…
Three bad things: A heartbreak, a loss of independence, and a death.
Three good things: A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someone, and meeting her soulmate.
The issue is that Ginny is due to get married in a month… but it’s all nonsense, obviously. But when some of those pesky predictions start coming true she starts to wonder what might happen next…
My Thoughts :
We meet Ginny who is happily engaged to Daniel and working in her mums jewellery shop.
Sixteen years ago Ginny crossed paths with a psychic who made 6 predictions about what would happen to her in sixteen years time, this consisted of 3 bad things and 3 good things.
Thankfully she thinks the bad has happened over the years, and now with Ginny about to turn 32, that time she has been dreading is now upon her. Will she get the good she has been waiting for or is it all a load of nonsense.
With Ginny’s wedding not too far away, her mum Celeste seems to be taking over in true fashion, when all Ginny wanted was a quiet one, soon things go wrong and start to fall apart, maybe the bad predictions are really starting to come true.
With the help of her friends Solani and Myfanwy can she see a way out of the mess and get her life back on track or is she destined for more bad luck forever!?.
Lucy Vine delivers us such likeable Characters, ones that could be in my own circle of my friends.
The reader will easily get invested in the storylines and find themselves routing for the Characters along the way. I just loved Ginny.
In this great book, we cover Family, Friends, fun and Romance. What more can we ask for!.
I will be looking out for Lucy Vines’s next offering.
Ginny is about to turn 32. It’s a year she’s been thinking about for a long time. Sixteen years ago she crossed paths with a psychic who made some key predictions about her thirty-second year…
Three bad things: A heartbreak, a loss of independence, and a death.
Three good things: A life-changing trip, reconnecting with someone, and meeting her soulmate.
The issue is that Ginny is due to get married in a month… but it’s all nonsense, obviously. But when some of those pesky predictions start coming true she starts to wonder what might happen next…
My Thoughts :
We meet Ginny who is happily engaged to Daniel and working in her mums jewellery shop.
Sixteen years ago Ginny crossed paths with a psychic who made 6 predictions about what would happen to her in sixteen years time, this consisted of 3 bad things and 3 good things.
Thankfully she thinks the bad has happened over the years, and now with Ginny about to turn 32, that time she has been dreading is now upon her. Will she get the good she has been waiting for or is it all a load of nonsense.
With Ginny’s wedding not too far away, her mum Celeste seems to be taking over in true fashion, when all Ginny wanted was a quiet one, soon things go wrong and start to fall apart, maybe the bad predictions are really starting to come true.
With the help of her friends Solani and Myfanwy can she see a way out of the mess and get her life back on track or is she destined for more bad luck forever!?.
Lucy Vine delivers us such likeable Characters, ones that could be in my own circle of my friends.
The reader will easily get invested in the storylines and find themselves routing for the Characters along the way. I just loved Ginny.
In this great book, we cover Family, Friends, fun and Romance. What more can we ask for!.
I will be looking out for Lucy Vines’s next offering.
February 1, 2024
When Ginny was 16, a fortune teller made six predictions that will come to pass once she turns 32. When those predictions seemingly start to come true one by one, Ginny is left dealing with the aftermath and trying to take the reins of her own life.
This was my first read by this author and it was an utter delight! I initially thought the book would be infused with magical realism, but I actually preferred the path the author has taken. It is much more a debate of predetermined faith vs. free will, questioning how much control we have over our own life. Ginny was such a well-rounded and relatable character; an introvert who has a hard time standing up for herself, steamrolled by her overbearing mother and at times somewhat passive in letting life just happen to her. It was a joy to follow her journey and I especially enjoyed the friendship and support system Ginny had (we all need a friend like Myfanwy in our life!) The book was genuinely funny with the epilogue being pure perfection that actually made me laugh out loud.
Thank you NetGalley and publishers for the ARC.
This was my first read by this author and it was an utter delight! I initially thought the book would be infused with magical realism, but I actually preferred the path the author has taken. It is much more a debate of predetermined faith vs. free will, questioning how much control we have over our own life. Ginny was such a well-rounded and relatable character; an introvert who has a hard time standing up for herself, steamrolled by her overbearing mother and at times somewhat passive in letting life just happen to her. It was a joy to follow her journey and I especially enjoyed the friendship and support system Ginny had (we all need a friend like Myfanwy in our life!) The book was genuinely funny with the epilogue being pure perfection that actually made me laugh out loud.
Thank you NetGalley and publishers for the ARC.
May 9, 2024
I loved this book! It made me laugh at times and feel all the feels! The characters are brilliant! I loved Toni and Ginny's sisterly relationship, their commitment to their mother's jewellery business and Celeste's no messing attitude. Personally, I do like to think predictions can come true, I already believe in fate so fortune telling isn't that far removed from that. I'd be a bit skeptical also like Ginny when she first had the telling but what a year she goes on! I love Celeste's sense of humour, Myfanwy is a gem of a friend, as is Sonali. They both have their qualities and look after their girl Ginny. Also, Zach... oh my days! Sooo many things happening in this book! Some laugh out loud moments, some turmoil, some loving, some clearing the air, this has it all!
Also, loved the ending too! Didn't see that coming! What a ride!
I've read two of Lucy's books now, Seven Exes and this one and I've loved them both, similar romance storylines but both with loveable characters! Would recommend both!
Also, loved the ending too! Didn't see that coming! What a ride!
I've read two of Lucy's books now, Seven Exes and this one and I've loved them both, similar romance storylines but both with loveable characters! Would recommend both!
May 16, 2024
I really enjoyed this read! I liked our main character Ginny (Gin) and thought that actually, she was doing really well considering!! I love how the book was 'dictated' by those predictions from all those years ago. Ginny wasn't really convinced about them - even as they seemed to start happening. But she was then starting to be more convinced the more that was happening - even naming things as one of them when it wasn't quite it!
She was a really likeable character and I did feel sorry for her at times, there were moments however, that I was wanting to shout at her to 'man up' but luckily her best friend in the book was doing that too so she heard me, lol! I thought that the other characters were really well written and loved reading about them all.
There were moments when it literally had me laughing out loud - the shrooms part especially! A really fun, light-hearted read which did also have some serious and quite thought-provoking moments. I thought the ending was really good! I loved the writing style of the book and seemed to fly through the pages of it.
She was a really likeable character and I did feel sorry for her at times, there were moments however, that I was wanting to shout at her to 'man up' but luckily her best friend in the book was doing that too so she heard me, lol! I thought that the other characters were really well written and loved reading about them all.
There were moments when it literally had me laughing out loud - the shrooms part especially! A really fun, light-hearted read which did also have some serious and quite thought-provoking moments. I thought the ending was really good! I loved the writing style of the book and seemed to fly through the pages of it.
May 22, 2024
4.5⭐️s
A fun and wonderfully entertaining read about beautiful friendships, self-discovery, and embracing the unpredictability of life. Date With Destiny is insightful, relatable, and had me completely swept up in Ginny’s chaotic life, and I enjoyed every moment of this splendid story!
Lucy creates such likeable, authentic characters, it’s a joy to be a part of their world. Ginny’s endearing and brings a frenetic energy to the novel when life as she knows it crumbles around her. The predictions worked perfectly creating mystery and a loss of control to the situation. Is fate in play?
The charming and talented Zachary was a breath of fresh air, they fall into an easy friendship and it was a delight to see the good times they share. Myfanwy is so supportive and tells it like it is, and the bond with Toni was special to see as she is welcomed into their fold. It’s a group you want to be a part of, and the importance of friendship and living for yourself shines through. I loved the writing, its conversational tone really grabbed me and I breezed through the pages as the story’s skilfully brought to life.
If you’re looking to spend a few hours with an enjoyable, feel-good book that will have you laughing, empathising, and feeling like you’ve met a new friend between the pages, this is the perfect read for you!
With thanks to @simonschusterUK, @RandomTTours and @Lecv for my place on the Tour and review copy.
A fun and wonderfully entertaining read about beautiful friendships, self-discovery, and embracing the unpredictability of life. Date With Destiny is insightful, relatable, and had me completely swept up in Ginny’s chaotic life, and I enjoyed every moment of this splendid story!
Lucy creates such likeable, authentic characters, it’s a joy to be a part of their world. Ginny’s endearing and brings a frenetic energy to the novel when life as she knows it crumbles around her. The predictions worked perfectly creating mystery and a loss of control to the situation. Is fate in play?
The charming and talented Zachary was a breath of fresh air, they fall into an easy friendship and it was a delight to see the good times they share. Myfanwy is so supportive and tells it like it is, and the bond with Toni was special to see as she is welcomed into their fold. It’s a group you want to be a part of, and the importance of friendship and living for yourself shines through. I loved the writing, its conversational tone really grabbed me and I breezed through the pages as the story’s skilfully brought to life.
If you’re looking to spend a few hours with an enjoyable, feel-good book that will have you laughing, empathising, and feeling like you’ve met a new friend between the pages, this is the perfect read for you!
With thanks to @simonschusterUK, @RandomTTours and @Lecv for my place on the Tour and review copy.
March 23, 2024
Firstly, a massive thank you to the publisher for sending me a pretty proof copy of this book! I read Seven Exes last year and absolutely adored it so this was a must for me.
"Life is full of bad and good. Whether there is such a thing as fate and destiny, we have to ride the weird train. If we try to second guess what's coming, we'll never get anywhere because we'll be too afraid to take the steps we have to take."
What a joyous read this was omg I loved it so much! Ginny was a very relatable mc that I adored instantly. I loved her friends too and Zach, oh my... definitely loved his character from his first appearance!
This book was filled with emotions and life lessons. It was incredibly relatable at times, I was so tempted to get my highlighters out 👀
Lucy has very quickly become an autobuy author for me. I even purchased 2 of her books while reading this 🤭🤣
I cant wait to see whats next from this author 🩵
"Life is full of bad and good. Whether there is such a thing as fate and destiny, we have to ride the weird train. If we try to second guess what's coming, we'll never get anywhere because we'll be too afraid to take the steps we have to take."
What a joyous read this was omg I loved it so much! Ginny was a very relatable mc that I adored instantly. I loved her friends too and Zach, oh my... definitely loved his character from his first appearance!
This book was filled with emotions and life lessons. It was incredibly relatable at times, I was so tempted to get my highlighters out 👀
Lucy has very quickly become an autobuy author for me. I even purchased 2 of her books while reading this 🤭🤣
I cant wait to see whats next from this author 🩵
May 21, 2024
I am not a big fan of romance books, but sometimes i like reading a good Rom-Com. This is why i chose Date with destiny by Lucy Vine. It's my first book by her and i really enjoyed it. I need to check her other books. Date with destiny was a cute fast read that is perfect for summer days with a cocktail and no kids around!
We have Ginny, who at the age of 16 got 6 predictions: 3 negative and 3 positive. At the age of 32, all those predictions will come true. One of the predictions is that she will find her soulmate. The problem is that she is getting married. From here, there are so many ups and downs.
I loved Date with destiny, i loved the plot and the characters. Ginny is such an amazing person. I am so jealous of her friendship. I would love to be part of their group. Anyway, if you need a light read then you should definitely check Date with destiny by Lucy Vine. Thank you @randomthingstours and @lucyvineauthor
We have Ginny, who at the age of 16 got 6 predictions: 3 negative and 3 positive. At the age of 32, all those predictions will come true. One of the predictions is that she will find her soulmate. The problem is that she is getting married. From here, there are so many ups and downs.
I loved Date with destiny, i loved the plot and the characters. Ginny is such an amazing person. I am so jealous of her friendship. I would love to be part of their group. Anyway, if you need a light read then you should definitely check Date with destiny by Lucy Vine. Thank you @randomthingstours and @lucyvineauthor
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