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Back After This
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Reading Back After This felt like wrapping myself in a cozy blanket while sharing secrets with my best friend. I fell head over heels for this enchanting story of self-discovery that had me laughing, tearing up, and cheering from the very first page.
My heart ached for Cecily Foster, a talented podcast producer whose world turns upside down when she's thrust into hosting a show about going on twenty blind dates. Trust me - I felt every bit of her anxiety and resistance! Having nursed my own share of workplace heartbreaks, I completely understood her hesitation to put her love life on public display. But sometimes life's most beautiful moments come when we're pushed beyond our comfort zone, right?
I found myself completely invested in Cecily's dating adventures, cringing through the awkward moments and celebrating the surprising connections. The tension between Cecily and her peppy dating coach Eliza Cassidy had me giggling - they're like oil and water, but somehow their clashing personalities create pure magic. And oh my goodness, Will! My heart fluttered every time this sweet, charming photographer appeared on the page. Their chance meetings over a lost dog felt like fate weaving its delicate threads, and their chemistry was absolutely electric. I couldn't help but root for them, even though Will wasn't part of "the plan."
Linda Holmes has this incredible gift for writing characters that feel like dear friends. I stayed up way too late reading because I simply couldn't bear to leave Cecily's world. Every scene pulses with authenticity - from the behind-the-scenes podcast drama to those quiet moments of self-reflection that had me examining my own heart.
The podcast backdrop adds such a fresh, modern twist to this romantic journey. But what truly touched me was how Holmes explores those deeper questions we all wrestle with: How do we balance our dreams with reality? What happens when love doesn't follow our carefully laid plans? Is it really possible to find yourself while looking for someone else?
Back After This isn't just a romance - it's a warm embrace that reminds us it's okay to be messy, imperfect, and utterly human in our search for love. Holmes has created something truly special here - a story that made me laugh, cry, and believe in the magic of unexpected connections. If you're looking for a book that will leave your heart full and your face hurting from smiling, this is absolutely it.
A very huge thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine | Ballantine Books for sharing this engaging women's fiction's arc copy with me in exchange for my honest thoughts.
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My heart ached for Cecily Foster, a talented podcast producer whose world turns upside down when she's thrust into hosting a show about going on twenty blind dates. Trust me - I felt every bit of her anxiety and resistance! Having nursed my own share of workplace heartbreaks, I completely understood her hesitation to put her love life on public display. But sometimes life's most beautiful moments come when we're pushed beyond our comfort zone, right?
I found myself completely invested in Cecily's dating adventures, cringing through the awkward moments and celebrating the surprising connections. The tension between Cecily and her peppy dating coach Eliza Cassidy had me giggling - they're like oil and water, but somehow their clashing personalities create pure magic. And oh my goodness, Will! My heart fluttered every time this sweet, charming photographer appeared on the page. Their chance meetings over a lost dog felt like fate weaving its delicate threads, and their chemistry was absolutely electric. I couldn't help but root for them, even though Will wasn't part of "the plan."
Linda Holmes has this incredible gift for writing characters that feel like dear friends. I stayed up way too late reading because I simply couldn't bear to leave Cecily's world. Every scene pulses with authenticity - from the behind-the-scenes podcast drama to those quiet moments of self-reflection that had me examining my own heart.
The podcast backdrop adds such a fresh, modern twist to this romantic journey. But what truly touched me was how Holmes explores those deeper questions we all wrestle with: How do we balance our dreams with reality? What happens when love doesn't follow our carefully laid plans? Is it really possible to find yourself while looking for someone else?
Back After This isn't just a romance - it's a warm embrace that reminds us it's okay to be messy, imperfect, and utterly human in our search for love. Holmes has created something truly special here - a story that made me laugh, cry, and believe in the magic of unexpected connections. If you're looking for a book that will leave your heart full and your face hurting from smiling, this is absolutely it.
A very huge thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine | Ballantine Books for sharing this engaging women's fiction's arc copy with me in exchange for my honest thoughts.
Follow me on medium.com to read my articles about books, movies, streaming series, astrology:
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January 14, 2025
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January 14, 2025
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January 17, 2025
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