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March 7, 2014 By Cassie 40 Comments

Love Like the Movies by Victoria Van Tiem Review

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About the Author

Victoria Van Tiem on southeastbymidwest.com

Victoria Van Tiem is an artist, black belt, mom of two, wife of one, and resident caretaker of the family zoo — including her beloved, pot-bellied pig, Pobby. When she’s not writing, she indulges in her two favorite pastimes: a good book and a romantic movie. She is currently repped by Jenny Bent of The Bent Agency and can be found on her blog, Facebook, and Twitter.

Book Information

Love Like the Movies by Victoria Van Tiem

Publisher: Pocket Star a Simon & Schuster Publisher

Publication Date: February 24, 2014

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Purchase: Amazon

Book Description

Love Like the Movies on southeastbymidwest.com

“In this irresistible romantic romp, movie fanatic Kensington Shaw is thrown into love — Hollywood-style — when her gorgeous ex presents a series of big screen challenges to win back her heart.

What girl wouldn’t want to experience the Pretty Woman shopping scene? It’s number two on the list. Or, try the lift fromΒ Dirty Dancing? It’s number five. One list, ten romantic movie moments, and a handful of shenanigans later, Kenzi has to wonder…should she marry the man her family loves, or risk everything for a love like the movies?”

My Review

When I started Love Like the Movies, I was expecting a cheesy romance novel. In some ways I was not disappointed and in others it exceeded my expectations. I loved how Kensington starts out doing things that will score her points with her parents, who she feels love her sister-in-law more, but by the end she’s doing things that will score herself points with herself. I knew from the moment that Shane messaged her that Kensi was going to be in for a wild ride, and boy was she. From a fiancee that cheats on her with a co-worker to reliving moments from some of her favorite romantic comedies. Speaking of the scenes, I thought they were going to be super cheesy and insulting to movies that I love. This couldn’t be further from what they were. Kensi and Shane pay homage to some classic romance scenes while still making them their own. When I read the Epilogue I was shedding tears right along with Kensi. Ultimately my favorite part of the book is when Kensi realizes that she doesn’t want a “love like the movies” instead she wants a LIFE like the movies. With all this praise you must be asking “Why didn’t you give it a 5?” If I was basing this book purely on the read itself it would have gotten a 5, however, I read the digital book on my Kindle and it was an INCREDIBLY hard book to read with the formatting.

Rating

4.5 out of 5 Cassie

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I started Southeast by Midwest back in 2012 as a lifestyle blog. After a few months I felt a pull towards beauty so I rebranded as a beauty specific blog. Over the years I've grown my knowledge and love of beauty products to the point that I am currently in Cosmetology school. If you'd like to know more about me contact me on any of my social media channels or at southeastbymidwestblog@gmail.com

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Comments

  1. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    March 7, 2014 at 7:13 am

    I will have to add this to my summer reading list (I only read in the summer at the beach LOL)!

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  2. Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says

    March 7, 2014 at 7:35 am

    Sounds like something perfect for this rainy day we’re having, I wish I had as much time to read as I did before Red!

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  3. Tiffany (Fabulous Mom Blog) says

    March 7, 2014 at 7:59 am

    I really hope I can find some time to read this book. I want to love like the movies. Great sounds book.

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  4. myrah - Coupon Mamacita says

    March 7, 2014 at 9:35 am

    You might be surprised to hear this but I LOVE Cheesy romantic novels. So this is one I would be interested in. Love it when she says she wants “LIFE like the movies”.

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  5. Krissy says

    March 7, 2014 at 10:41 am

    This sounds like a book right up my alley. I love romantic books, the cheesier the better. I like to ‘escape’ into books sometimes.

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  6. Melissa says

    March 7, 2014 at 10:53 am

    Ah, I love this! Sounds like a great book!

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  7. Kendra says

    March 7, 2014 at 11:15 am

    Sounds like a fun book! I’ll add it to my “to read” list πŸ™‚

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  8. Alesha @ Full Time Mama says

    March 7, 2014 at 11:51 am

    As a crazy busy mom I find little time to read for myself, so I appreciate honest reviews like these so I don’t end up wasting my time. I’m not a huge fan of romance novels but this sounds fun. Thanks for the review!

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  9. brett says

    March 7, 2014 at 12:43 pm

    oh, what a fun idea!! sounds like a fresh idea for a romance πŸ™‚

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  10. Dina says

    March 7, 2014 at 12:46 pm

    This sounds like a great book! I know how frustrating it is to read a badly formatted book. Ugh. This sounds like a great read though!

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  11. Jennifer Bullock {MommyBKnowsBest} says

    March 7, 2014 at 12:51 pm

    I’m not one for romance novels mainly because I want the only love my husband can give. I think it’s funny that this book explored wanting a love like the movies, and hope that people realize you can have a deeper, realer love outside movies and books.

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  12. Jamie Rippy (@MamaMommyMom) says

    March 7, 2014 at 1:24 pm

    Sounds like an interesting book… I’m always looking for new reads. I like that it plays on actual movies verses movies created in idea just for the purpose of the book.

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  13. Karen says

    March 7, 2014 at 2:32 pm

    Great review! I’m always looking for a new book to read so I’ll have to check this out.

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  14. Beth says

    March 7, 2014 at 3:08 pm

    Thank you for the review. I wish I had time to read more books. This review made me want to take that time for myself to read more books. Thanks!!

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  15. aimee fauci says

    March 7, 2014 at 3:23 pm

    That is funny because I am also thinking this book would be cheesy BUT you say it is not.. so I am going to trust you. I am going to put this on my book list, but first go to amazon and hopefully they have the part where you read a portion of it.

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  16. Rachael says

    March 7, 2014 at 3:38 pm

    I love romance novels. I’ll have to check out Love Like the Movies.

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  17. Jenni E. says

    March 7, 2014 at 3:58 pm

    I sayyyyy RISK it all for the love like in the movies!! LOL. This sounds like such a fun book!

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  18. Terin Garrett says

    March 7, 2014 at 3:58 pm

    This sounds like a great love story! I think I’d really enjoy it! πŸ™‚

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  19. Virginia @thatbaldchick says

    March 7, 2014 at 4:07 pm

    How interesting. I bet my sister would enjoy this one.

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  20. Isabella Grey says

    March 7, 2014 at 5:28 pm

    Oh, that sounds like an interesting read! I might have to add it to my always growing wishlist.

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  21. Shell says

    March 7, 2014 at 6:55 pm

    This sounds like a fun read! Adding it to my tbr list!

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  22. Jaime says

    March 7, 2014 at 9:07 pm

    I have a couple of work trips coming up, and this seems light enough for plane reading (or car-reading, as I’ll be doing in late April.) Definitely going to bookmark it for my Kindle app!

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  23. Kristen says

    March 7, 2014 at 9:19 pm

    Sounds like a great read. I am always looking for new ideas on new books to read.

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  24. Christy@SweetandSavoring says

    March 7, 2014 at 9:55 pm

    I get excited whenever I see book recommendations! This sounds like a lot of fun, and I love romantic comedies (though I haven’t watched a good one in way too long!).

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  25. Chrysa says

    March 7, 2014 at 10:38 pm

    Sounds like a fun book. I haven’t read a romance in a while so I might have to check this one out.

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  26. Mandy@ TheHouseholdHero.com says

    March 7, 2014 at 10:42 pm

    That sounds like a fun read. I would love a love like in the movies!

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  27. Jessica says

    March 8, 2014 at 12:12 am

    This sounds like a great romantic read! I love books like this. It is hard to find a book that catches my interest and holds it until the end. This is probably one that would keep me hooked.

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  28. Paige says

    March 8, 2014 at 1:07 am

    Sounds like an interesting book! I don’t think it’s quite for me though. You know I like them fantasy books! haha

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    • Cassie says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:45 am

      Bahahahaha yup. Maybe you can pretend that one of the characters is a vampire in disguise? (just kidding!) πŸ˜‰

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  29. Amanda Her says

    March 8, 2014 at 3:24 am

    I haven’t read a cheesy romantic novel in a long time! Sounds like a great summer read!

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  30. Amanda Love says

    March 8, 2014 at 6:06 am

    I also have a kindle but would still love to read this. Thanks for the review, I’ll be sure to add it to my reading list.

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  31. Rosey says

    March 8, 2014 at 9:17 am

    I love that her name is Kensington. Makes me want to travel. πŸ˜‰

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    • Cassie says

      March 10, 2014 at 12:44 am

      Right?! I thought that was such a great name.

      Reply
  32. Toni says

    March 8, 2014 at 11:51 am

    Thanks so much for this review. I am always looking for books to add to my collection, this sounds like one I would love.

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  33. Kecia says

    March 8, 2014 at 2:03 pm

    This sounds like a fun read! Adding it to the never-ending books to check out list!

    Reply
  34. Autumn says

    March 8, 2014 at 7:39 pm

    This sounds like a fun read! The Kindle formatting wouldn’t be a problem for me – I like to read paper books. It sounds like this would be a great book to read on a vacation.

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  35. Ashley - Embracing Beauty says

    March 8, 2014 at 9:23 pm

    Sounds like an interesting read. I love a good book!

    Reply
  36. Alissa says

    March 9, 2014 at 6:49 am

    This looks like a perfect summer beach read! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

    Reply
  37. Eliz Frank says

    March 9, 2014 at 4:20 pm

    Another book with a great title… Sounds like a fun and easy read. Will check it out. πŸ˜‰

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  38. Laura says

    March 10, 2014 at 12:44 pm

    I LOVE happy (sometimes) sappy chick-lit stories (and yes, I do write mystery books – not chick-lit), so I’ll definitely have to add this to my reading list! Are you on goodreads?

    Reply

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