The Spark is the second book in the Carolina Connections series by Sylvie Stewart and is a four star romantic comedy. Although it is the second book in a series it can be read as a standalone. This book is so funny and had me giggling from the beginning! I was hooked from the first chapter, this book is funny and has great characters that I fell in love with right away. It has a great plot and has lots of romance. The main characters are Fiona and Mark. Fiona is one of the funniest female character I have read in a very long time, the dialogue is great and the quips are not forced. Some of the comments that she comes out with had me crying with laughter! Fiona’s back story really touched me, and I could totally relate to her reasoning behind why she wanted to keep Mark at arm’s length. Her outlook on life is great and her attitude perfect. Mark is one of the best male characters I have read in a while. The relationship between him and Fiona was fun – she really knows how to push his buttons. I found myself rooting for them and hoping that they will both overcome their pasts and find the happiness that they both truly deserve and especially true for Fiona! I just absolutely loved her and totally related. The secondary characters are great and they do play an important role in the story. This really was an absolutely brilliant book and I really recommend it. I am really looking forward to reading more books in the series and will definitely be looking forward to more from this author.