Review: Don’t Speak by Katy Regnery

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Nadene @ Totally Addicted to Reading in 2018 Reading Challenges, Reviews / 13 Comments

Review: Don’t Speak by Katy RegneryTitle: Don't Speak
Author(s): Katy Regnery
Series: A Modern Fairytale #5
Published by Katharine Gilliam Regnery on February 27, 2017
Pages: 429
Genre(s): Contemporary Romance
Source: L. Woods PR
Format: ARC, eBook
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A fisherman’s daughter.
The governor’s son.
Two very different worlds.
In this modern retelling of The Little Mermaid, a fisherman’s daughter from an Outer Banks island untouched by time, meets the son of North Carolina’s governor at a fancy party where she’s working.
Laire, who wants so much more from life than her little island can offer, is swept away by wealthy, sophisticated Erik, who is, in turn, entranced by her naiveté and charm. The two spend a whirlwind summer together that ends on the knife-point of heartbreak and forces them to go their separate ways.
Years later, when fate leads them back to one another, they will discover the terrifying depth of the secrets they kept from each other, and learn that shattered hearts can only be healed by a love that willfully refuses to die.
All novels Katy Regnery’s ~a modern fairytale~ collection are written as fundraisers. 10% of the e-book sales for in March and April 2017 will be donated to P.E.O. International, a non-profit organization that celebrates the advancement of women, awards scholarships and grants, and provides motivation for women to make their dreams come true.
**Contemporary Romance. Due to profanity, adult themes and very strong sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.**

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

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“Don’t Speak” is the fifth (5th) book in the Modern Fairy Tale series by Katy Regnery and can be read as a stand-alone. If you are not a fan of stories that are passionate, emotional and filled with sweet romantic moments, then this book is not for you.

“Don’t Speak” a fairy tale romance tells the story of Laire Cornish and Erik Rexford. Laire and Erik were from different worlds, as a result, their beliefs and outlook on life were on opposite sides of the spectrum of life. One would consider Laire to be naïve when it came to the ways of the world. This was mostly due to the culture in which she was raised. She is an island girl and the daughter of a fisherman, but she had dreams and plans that clashed with the expectations of family and the cultural norms of Corey Island. Erik is the son of the governor of North Carolina. He is living the life that his parents plotted for him, despite this being not what he wanted. Life has a funny way of surprising us with things we least expect and for Erik his biggest surprise was meeting the sweet and innocent Laire. What was even more surprising for him was when he found himself falling in love with her.

Erik and Laire, complete opposites, but perfect for each other. Despite the odds that were against them from the start, they fought hard for their love. Their love for each other was pure and sweet. However, misunderstandings and miscommunication would tear them asunder leaving them both broken-hearted.

I admired Laire for her tenacity. She knew that there was a world beyond Corey Island and she was determined to experience it, no matter what her family had to say. I enjoyed watching how she embraced the changes in her life, which helped to make her stronger. Erik was indeed a prince. His treatment of Laire was sweet and endearing. He was patient and understanding and he never once tried to force his will on her.

The first half of the story started out a bit slow, but it was never boring. During this time, the focus was on the development of their romance and the events that tore them apart. The second half focused on their reunion, which occurred six years later. This was a bittersweet moment, and at that point, it was clear that the love they shared was burning as strong as ever. My only problem with this aspect of the story was the speed in which the events of their reunion took place. I was hoping for a little more angst and drama.

The story is written in the third (3rd) person POV and it gave us both Erik and Laire’s perspective. It kept me engaged from start to finish. I wanted to read this book from the moment it came on my radar. It was heartfelt, passionate and emotional. It was predictable, but it did not detract from my enjoyment. This was a beautiful story, which demonstrates the power of true love and one, which I recommend to fans of fairytale retellings.

About Katy Regnery

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Katy Regnery started her writing career by enrolling in a short story class in January 2012. One year later, she signed her first contract, and Katy’s first novel was published in September 2013. Over forty-five books later, Katy claims authorship of the multititled New York Times and USA Today bestselling Blueberry Lane Series, which follows the English, Winslow, Rousseau, Story, and Ambler families of Philadelphia; the seven-book, bestselling ~a modern fairytale~ series, including Katy’s “Beauty and the Beast” story, The Vixen and the Vet, which was a 2015 RITA© nominee; and several other stand-alone novels and novellas, including the critically-acclaimed, 2018 RITA© nominated, USA Today bestselling contemporary romance, Unloved, a love story. Katy’s books are available in English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Hebrew and Turkish.

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13 responses to “Review: Don’t Speak by Katy Regnery”

  4. Vanessa

    I think I have heard of this story before and it really intrigued me. I’m happy it’s as great as what I’ve expected. Added to my TBR. Great review Nadene 🙂

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  5. Lily B

    I am glad that despite a slow start that it still worked. I am okay with slow moving as long as the topic is interesting

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  6. Geybie's Book Blog

    Awesome review, Nadene. I read this book but unfortunately it didn’t work for me. But I’m glad that you loved it. I can see why. I believe many would love this as well. 🙂

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    • Geybie's Book Blog

      Yes.. it was my problem. This is too sweet for me. hehe… but lots of people love these kinds of books. My sister is a BIG fan. She said I was crazy for not loving it. LOL.