Catch a Kiwi

New Zealand Ever After, Book 6

By: Rosalind James

Narrated by: Emma Wilder, Calum Gittins

Length: 15 hrs and 47 mins

Publisher's summary

Breathe, smile, and move on. When you’re writing the next chapter in your rags-to-riches-to-rags story, you need about a million quotes like that. I might have been short on inspiration, but I had determination. That was it, except for a very young cousin and a very old campervan, but I was all about starting over. Nobody knew me in New Zealand other than a series of café and motel managers, and anonymity suited me fine. Manlessness suited me even finer.

Until the day when that campervan rolled down a South Island hillside in a tropical cyclone and trapped my cousin Delilah inside, and an extremely rude stranger helped me get her out. Now, I had no campervan and possibly even less inspiration. I still had determination, though. Determination not to let one Roman D’Angelo, no matter how rich or bossy he might be, run my life or mess with my inner peace. I was serene. I was independent. I was in control.

I was in so much trouble.

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Supurb narration of a wonderful Kiwi romance

Rosalind James has crafted another wonderful New Zealand romance.

The main characters, Roman and Summer, are well written, with complex messy lives that make the reader care about them. Roman and Summer seem initially to be very different, but as we get to know them we find out that their backgrounds have much in common. Summer's desire to be independent and not rely on anyone, even Roman, is so understandable given her past trauma. This is an amazing story of how they found their way to their HEA, with help from the supporting characters.

The supporting characters, especially Summer's cousin Delilah, bring humor and add dimension to Roman and Summer. I especially love seeing more of my favorite characters from previous New Zealand Ever After stories: Koro, Hemi, Hope, Matiu, Poppy, Grey and Daisy. They bring a continuity and background to Catch a Kiwi.

Like some other books in this series, Catch a Kiwi is action packed from the beginning. The author writes so well that the reader feels almost part of the action.

Update 8/10/24: After reading Catch a Kiwi twice, the audiobook narration was just released! I was given a copy in exchange for an honest review.

The Catch a Kiwi audiobook is superbly narrated by Emma Wilder and Calum Gittins. I enjoyed listening immensely! To me a good audiobook adds something more than just reading the story, and these narrators really brought the emotions of the characters and the story to life.

I highly recommend Catch A Kiwi, which is a standalone HEA, but part of a wonderful series, New Zealand Ever After.

I Love Returning to Rosalind James’ New Zealand

Before its release, I had been looking forward to listening to the audio version of the latest Rosalind James book, Catch a Kiwi, and I was not disappointed as I enjoyed it very much. With the New Zealand setting and so many returning characters from previous books, it was a lot like coming home. The book touched on many themes, not the least was about new beginnings, whether geographically, emotionally, mentally and so on. The narration is excellent and does so much to bring the written words to life. It is a very enjoyable and entertaining book and fans of the romance genre, especially those who are fans of Rosalind James’ work, will love it. If I have any criticism, I think it ran a bit too long and that brought a bit of repetition. A solid four stars.

I was given a copy of this book by the author in exchange for an honest review. I was neither compensated nor expected to write a positive review. The opinions stated are solely my own.

this book is a hoot

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I was not compensated for my review, and I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion expressed here is my own

this book is a hoot the main characters Roman and Summer seem to spark of each other and they each have there own baggage and Summer's cousin in a hoot

you will also catch up with some old friends if you have read or listened to Rosalind's other books in this series Koro, Hemi, Hope, Matiu, Poppy, Grey and Daisy

so if you like a rollercoaster of a ride when reading a book then this book is definitely for you as it is definitely a rollercoaster as characters in this book are definitely characters and you come to love and hate them and then love them again

I look forward to the next book in the series

so many characters

I always love the series' that Rosalind writes. It feels like I can relate easier when I know some of the characters. This one was no exception, although there were so many previous characters it was so easy. I won't spoil the ending but I hated it. Not the story itself but what happened. You knew it was coming but it didn't make it easier. The only thing I wasn't crazy about was the constant quotes. I like when there's some but I felt there was too many.
As for the narration, as always it was top of the line. I wasn't sure originally if I would like a male voice but it works out great. I think they compliment each other.
As always I can't wait for her next book.

4.5 Stars Overall

Rosalind James is a favorite author of mine to read and listen to. I actually enjoyed listening to this book more than reading it.

I love this world she has created. We get to see characters from other books, which add to the investment of the book/series. This is a slow burn romance that had me laughing out loud a few times. I rolled my eyes a couple times as well, though. I hope we get Esther and Delilah's stories in the future! Looking forward to the next book.

Emma Wilder and Calum Gittins are excellent narrators! They brought this audiobook to life with emotional performances that had it rolling like a movie in my head. Perfection.

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never cried so much

this book was a ruff start for me. but oh boy I'm so glad I stayed with it. I love how Rosalind brought so many characters together in this beautiful book.

From Pauper to Princess and back again

I enjoyed the story line and enjoyed that the characters were gently flawed. At first I thought the romance was evolving to rapidly. But this is Rosalind’s storytelling, I should have known better. It’s an interesting story with twists and turns and a few worthy cringe moments. And for good measure a few spicy moments. Roselind’s stories are always worth a good read.

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I was not compensated for my review, and I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion expressed here is my own.

Roman and Summer

I loved this book and the audible brings it to life. The two narrators, Emma Wilder and Calum Gittins, make you feel like you are right there, in the action. Here is the review I left when I read the book:

I just finished reading Catch a Kiwi. I’m an emotional wreck - in the best way! Roman and Summer are magnificent. Delilah is a delight. And family - oh my! Author Rosalind James has a way of telling a story, of drawing you in. Of coming full circle and making you think, and feel! If I could give this book more than five stars, I would. So many friends and family members from the past, so many updates and conclusions. Get ready for the best ride!

My review still holds true with the audible. I was given a free copy of the audible in exchange for an honest review, and you just read it. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.

deep story with all the feels

the characters in the story learn and grow with each other. not your average love story -two strong people who think they know what they want in life and instead find something new with each other . there is fun and laughter but also deep feelings about love and family . great story !

One of my most favorite books.

So much depth and wisdom in a beautiful healing love story. I’m sad to be finished and will miss these characters.