Southern Charmed is a light chic lit for a pleasant, relaxing, clean YA/Adult read.
Lila Mae loved living in Louisiana. She c0uldn't imagine living anywhere else. Her father recently died and the other children were far away. Lila would not ever consider leaving her mother. She lived in her childhood home with her mother and taught in a public High School in a rough part of Baton Rouge.
Lila Mae had noticed Max, her High School crush/nightmare at church for a few Sundays but had avoided him. As she arrived home from Church one Sunday, she was mortified to find him siting in the kitchen with her mother awaiting her arrival for Sunday Dinner!
This was the turbulent beginning of what was to be the first in several occasions.
Kendra was a student of Lila Mae's who was bright but battled a devastating home-life. Lila Mae was determined to do al she could to persuade this student to fulfil a very challenging task which could change the rest of her life if she succeeded.
This drama covers different aspects of Lila Mae's life and various challenges she faces. It, also, addresses heart-wrenching decisions one often has to make.
Although this novel is directed at an LDS audiences, it is an entertaining book for all to read.
The characters are very real and endearing. The background scenes are easily visualized. A few times the sentences did not "flow" well, interrupting a smooth read. Other than those few occasions, it was very well-written and entertaining.
*This book was gifted to me but in no way am I obligated to offer appositive review. ( )

Teenagers do stupid stuff. In my opinion, it's a fact. Max Archer was an arrogant young man who made a very bad impression on Lila Guidry. He was condescending of her beloved Baton Rouge.

Ten years later he comes back, this time he is employed in Baton Rouge and he wants a do-over. He wants a chance to make a new impression. Will Lila let him? Will she hold a grudge forever? Or will she give him the second chance? One thing in his favor is the obvious chemistry they have.

I really like romance books that give characters a chance to redeem themselves. Max has a lot of redeeming to do. At the same time I think that Lila needed a little humble pie see that other people are allowed their own opinion and it doesn't mean that they are nonredeemable.

This is a cute romance that is set in the Southern United States. Both of the characters are wonderful with a bright future ahead of them. They obstacle is whether or not that future includes the other. It is full of Southern culture, love, and some kissing.

One part of the book brought tears to my eyes. It has nothing to do with the romance, but the worth of individuals. Lila teaches high school history. She makes an impact on one student. Her example and love show this young woman that she is of infinite worth and value. I loved the romance, but I loved the positive relationship between student and teacher more.

This is a clean romance that has features the LDS religion and culture. ( )