Daisy Does it Herself by Gracie Player is a contemporary romance. When 26-year-old Daisy's life in London comes crashing down around her, the only thing she can think of is getting away - far away. That's how she found herself stumbling off a train in England's picturesque Peak District - 150 miles from home, with no idea why she'd gone there and even less idea how she intended to get home. But as Daisy explores the gorgeous village of Upper Finlay, she glimpses the possibility of a different life. The Derbyshire Dales offer up new friends, new opportunities, and a distractingly dishy object of attraction in the form of local bookstore owner Alex (and his bumbling Great Dane.) When Daisy discovers Alex’s business is in trouble she steps in to save the day. But London's Calling - literally. The life Daisy ran away from is calling her back. Why then, is she so reluctant to heed its call?
Daisy Does it Herself is a wonderful look at a woman that has been belittled and talked down to for so long that she has come to believe herself mediocre. A really bad day, and a less than stellar relationship, land her in a used bookstore with a hunky owner, and a new look at life. The story is just as much about Daisy finding herself, making friends and exploring her interests, as it is about her choosing her future. The story is sweet, and has some unexpected plot points along the way. I really liked seeing Daisy decide what she wanted, and explore her passions, rather than just following the path everyone expected from her. I liked the way she developed friendships, not just the possibilities for romance. I would have liked to see some of the story from Alex's point of view. However, since he is fairly straightforward and honest about how he feels throughout the book it was not really needed, but there were some moments that I would have liked to see from his perspective.
Daisy Does it Herself is a charming read that is as much of a personal journey for Daisy as it is a romance.
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