Scan barcode
theeclecticreview's review against another edition
5.0
Ms. Moran does it again. I love everything about this book from the quirky and troubled characters to the lovely and fun day center activities in an old converted barn.
Jessie is tucking tail and returning home practically penniless to stay with her twin brother Isaac and his two roommates until her boyfriend returns from his solo trip abroad. Working for her parents as an activities coordinator for a bunch of unruly senior citizens is challenging, but it’s living with Elliott, the reason she left home so long ago, that is resurrecting her guilt and shame. Struggling with her part in his tragic accident during prom night so many years ago which left him injured she fights to keep her distance while finding unexpected pleasure with her new job at the center. In addition, she makes a deal called the Boys to Men Project with her new socially inept roommates to be their life coach in exchange for a reduction in her rent. Let the laughter begin.
The longer Jessie stays to help her family, friends, and community, the more she wants to stay and make a future. I love that Jessie starts to heal from her past and becomes a part of the town she left so long ago. Her fun and challenging activities for the feisty elderly “Outlaws” are hilarious and rewarding.
The amazing and selfless Elliott is still recovering and learning to live with his injury, and I love that he coaches the under-nines football team filled with an extraordinary group of young boys who push past their physical and mental challenges to enjoy the game. It’s Jessie’s help as an assistant coach that gives him the encouragement and support to see his team play the way they want.
This book is more than the love between Jessie and Elliott. It’s the love of community, the love of family, and loving oneself. It's about recovery, hope, and creating the life you want.
Once again Ms. Moran gives the reader a lovable, quirky, and enriching assortment of characters of all ages and all walks of life. Read this book, it won’t disappoint.
Thank you to Ms. Moran for giving me the opportunity to read this book with the expectation of a positive review.
Jessie is tucking tail and returning home practically penniless to stay with her twin brother Isaac and his two roommates until her boyfriend returns from his solo trip abroad. Working for her parents as an activities coordinator for a bunch of unruly senior citizens is challenging, but it’s living with Elliott, the reason she left home so long ago, that is resurrecting her guilt and shame. Struggling with her part in his tragic accident during prom night so many years ago which left him injured she fights to keep her distance while finding unexpected pleasure with her new job at the center. In addition, she makes a deal called the Boys to Men Project with her new socially inept roommates to be their life coach in exchange for a reduction in her rent. Let the laughter begin.
The longer Jessie stays to help her family, friends, and community, the more she wants to stay and make a future. I love that Jessie starts to heal from her past and becomes a part of the town she left so long ago. Her fun and challenging activities for the feisty elderly “Outlaws” are hilarious and rewarding.
The amazing and selfless Elliott is still recovering and learning to live with his injury, and I love that he coaches the under-nines football team filled with an extraordinary group of young boys who push past their physical and mental challenges to enjoy the game. It’s Jessie’s help as an assistant coach that gives him the encouragement and support to see his team play the way they want.
This book is more than the love between Jessie and Elliott. It’s the love of community, the love of family, and loving oneself. It's about recovery, hope, and creating the life you want.
Once again Ms. Moran gives the reader a lovable, quirky, and enriching assortment of characters of all ages and all walks of life. Read this book, it won’t disappoint.
Thank you to Ms. Moran for giving me the opportunity to read this book with the expectation of a positive review.
annemariewhelehan's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.0
Delighted to read one of my @thebookresort books in the month I received it. This is an easy going, feel good read. It’s one girl, living with 3 boys and she is trying to help them with a “boys to men project”. She works in a centre for older people and this provides plenty of entertainment in the book too. We all know where it ends up. It was perfect antidote for some other heavy books I had on the go at the same time.
bookishbrighton's review against another edition
4.0
Started this thinking it would last me the week, ending up not being able to put it down and finishing it in a day - it was unexpectedly compelling! Not TOO cliche that it was overly predictable, but chick-lit enough that it was what I was wanting/expecting. The romance side of it also didn’t eat up the entire story, which was nice, and I found myself super invested in all the various storylines, hence why I stayed up well past my bedtime to finish it. A good story with good characters that isn’t trying to be something it’s not; if you like a chick-lit, this is a must read.
kimikat273's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.25
When her life gets complicated, Jessie moves in with her twin brother, Isaac, and his two best friends. Trouble is, one of those friends is a boy whom Jessie once loved before a terrible accident changed his life forever - an accident Jessie blames herself for.
This is a nice 'coming home' story with the addition of lots of eccentric pensioners to make you smile. I only hope I can get up to half as much trouble when I am their age!
I couldn't quite give a full five stars because I often found the antics of Isaac and his friend Arthur a tad annoying. I'm not sure I would have had Jessie's patience in dealing with them, but then I don't have siblings to cope with so who knows? - maybe I would have had the patience of a saint?! Anyway, I would have liked to read more interaction between Jessie and Elliot rather then Isaac and his friend.
All faults aside, still a good read!
This is a nice 'coming home' story with the addition of lots of eccentric pensioners to make you smile. I only hope I can get up to half as much trouble when I am their age!
I couldn't quite give a full five stars because I often found the antics of Isaac and his friend Arthur a tad annoying. I'm not sure I would have had Jessie's patience in dealing with them, but then I don't have siblings to cope with so who knows? - maybe I would have had the patience of a saint?! Anyway, I would have liked to read more interaction between Jessie and Elliot rather then Isaac and his friend.
All faults aside, still a good read!
lucy05's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Weird - loved the side characters but found the main characters jarring and slightly repetitive
kariniwonderland's review against another edition
4.0
I adored this one. Its a heartwarming feelgood read. Yes, there is romance (although very slow burn) and some very funny moments. But it is also about adapting to a new life/situation, dealing with guilt and getting a second chance. Definitely worth the read and i wouldn't mind reading more books about Jesse, Elliot, the outlaws and their friends and family.
I got this arc in exchange for an honest review.
I got this arc in exchange for an honest review.
holmfridurhp's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
morganhhf's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75