*I received an ARC of the book from Netgalley for an honest review ** I loved this book! It had Great British humor and Becky reminded me of Emilia Clark. I read the whole thing in a English accent. It was funny and the characters meshed well. The romance was great and the story ran smoothly! I recommend this for anyone who likes British wit and a good romantic comedy.

A small confession: I have never been to a pantomime. Oh! please don't put that horrified looks. Yes, I know this is new territory, but that didn't hinder me from enjoying it, thanks to Baker's writing skills and also to my powerful imagination.
       Becky and her fiance Cole has moved back to her native village Egglethwaite and now she is determined to save their village hall through a pantomime. So while Cole is immersed in his creative pursuits as a painter, she is fighting her own demons by making a panto from scratch with handsome Marcus. Well, we could easily guess how this story goes from the blurb itself, but I was not prepared for the way Cole is presented. He is talented and loving, in the way a genius approaches love. So I was more invested in him than Marcus and loved how Baker has ended things amicably. And I so wish, we will have a sequel continuing Cole's story.
      As with all Baker's novels, here too we find a gay couple and their adorable child named Pip who really charms everyone. We are not exempted. She is the fun resource and her words will put a smile on you as only a child can. Many of the characters from the previous book in the series ('A Bicycle Made for Two') find prominent roles here but the book can very well be read as a standalone. The panto rehearsals around which the story revolves are not only humorous but also quite refreshing. It made me so interested that I watched some pantos on youtube. Maybe one day I can watch them for real!
  On the whole, a light-hearted rom-com set in a cosy community perfect for a relaxing weekend. So forget your worries and enjoy the panto because Christmas is near . . .

I am not sure if you’ve ever been to a Christmas pantomime, but after reading this lovely story, I can’t wait to go to one!
Becky Finn has returned to her little village at the Yorkshire Dales, while she is waiting for her fiancé to find a job near her and move from London, she needs to keep her social life a little busy. So, she decides to help the community centre to gain some money and keep the local open. What could be more funny to win money than doing a Christmas pantomime based on the people living on Egglethwaite? Be prepared for a humorous story; witty dialogue, special characters and love, the perfect mix!
I finished this book in a snap; the characters were so funny and the story so addictive that I couldn’t put it down. Because Becky is a charming and lovely woman that without knowing it, will have to decide if the perfect man exists. Because, even if she already has the “perfect” man, she is starting to have questions about their relationship… is he the best for her? Or the co-star Marcus will be a better fit for her?
I liked how the story is not only based on Becky’s relation with her fiancé/co-star, the other characters of the pantimome have an important part on the book; with their eccentricities and needs, all together makes this the perfect fit.
This is the second book of the “A Love in the Dales’ Story” series but you can read it as standalone, but I am sure that you’ll feel so involved on the story of the village that you’ll want to read both of them!
If you are searching for a book to disconnect, enjoy and have a few laughs, this is for you, is The Perfect Fit!

I laughed through a good part of this book and that's not the best part. A fun romp through everything that goes on backstage at a Panto along with all the knob jokes anyone could want. This is the story to remind you that sometimes it's not the price that you want it's the boot boy..

"Why is a panto called a panto? Because it arrr!"

Are you looking to run a pantomime? Need some advice how? Pick up this book. Also, if you need a good laugh... pick up this book!


Words cannot describe how much I loved this book. Even better than the prequel. With a new character being the protagonist (Becky) I was expected to be disappointed (because I loved Lana), but was I proven wrong. This novel has the same great cast and characters from the novel but 100 times the humour. This novel is uplifting and so hilarious I was laughing my way through the pages. That first dress rehearsal scene and Deano who is pretty much at the end of his tether during the whole directing process come to mind. The relationship between Becky and Marcus I saw coming from their first few interactions, what with how different Cole and Becky are. There are so many British puns and slang it could go over some people's heads.

In no way would you feel at a disadvantage if you haven't read the first book. Even though this book is a sequel it would make a great standalone as the references to the prequel's plot are minimal and main characters are quickly and efficiently described as a refresher. I enjoyed the realism in this book: Cameron and Tom's relationship together and with their lovely adopted daughter Pip was beautiful, in contrast with Stewart and Lana who are going through the adoption process.

I wholeheartedly recommend this book if you want to be swept away with a tightly-knit community of colourful characters and never-ending laughter.