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Southern Fried Sushi #2
Like Sweet Potato Pie
Witness as Shiloh's new life in Virginia crumbles around her. The house she inherited from her mother is much more than a place to live;it represents Shiloh's changed life and what little financial security she has. But her half sister is contesting their mother's will and the IRS is threatening to take it for back taxes. She's also discovering God's ideal when it comes to love and romance. When Mr. Right shows up will she recognize God's hand or let circumstances and prejudices blind her heart to the love of her life?
320 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2012
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About the author
Jennifer Rogers Spinola
12 books53 followersJennifer Rogers Spinola has just relocated from Brasilia, Brazil to the U.S. with her Brazilian husband, Athos, and sons Ethan and Seth. Originally from the American South, Jenny is the author of Barbour Books' "Southern Fried Sushi" series (the first book earning a Christy Award nomination), a romance novella collection based on Yellowstone National Park, and a novella in the collection "Westward Brides" (also by Barbour Books).
Jenny is an advocate for adoption and loves the outdoors, photography, writing, and camping. She has previously served as an ESL teacher, missionary to Japan, middle- and high-school teacher, and National Park Service volunteer.
Jenny has a B.A. in English/journalism from Gardner-Webb University in North Carolina. She is a member of Association of Christian Fiction Writers and International Christian Fiction Writers.
Jenny is an advocate for adoption and loves the outdoors, photography, writing, and camping. She has previously served as an ESL teacher, missionary to Japan, middle- and high-school teacher, and National Park Service volunteer.
Jenny has a B.A. in English/journalism from Gardner-Webb University in North Carolina. She is a member of Association of Christian Fiction Writers and International Christian Fiction Writers.
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May 15, 2012
Humorous, with a huge dose of good old Southern charm!
I loved this book! Shiloh is a girl who has made her share of bad choices, but now as a new Christian she continues to battle her past mistakes and new threats to her inheritance from her half-sister. Shiloh has come from a glamorous life in Japan as a reporter, living well beyond her means to clipping coupons and eating ramen noodles in a small town in Virginia. Shiloh faces many choices in this sequel, but now she has great friends, one special guy and most of all she has the Good Lord in her life, is there anything she can't face?
I'm going to start out right off and say that I had the hardest time with the beginning of this book because I could tell by the way it was written that I should have read the prequel first, but thankfully I figured things out and fell head over heels in love with every single one of the characters of this book--minus the not very nice ones, of course! But wow, for me the town just really came alive, and it became almost real to me. I think one of the things that made this book easy to relate to was how, Shiloh had transformed from someone who basically charged everything--even things she didn't need--on her credit card, obviously before coming to Virginia, and then becoming a person who pinched pennies and clipped coupons. I loved it!
I think my favorite characters where Todd and Becky, they were just the epitome of the perfect redneck, kinda quirky couple, who both had hearts of gold. They were just awesome, and I thought it was hilarious that Todd had a mullet! And their story was very moving and I loved how rich and full it was, and it was just a side story. Adam was pretty awesome too, totally a southern gentleman, full of honest-to-goodness charm and thoughtfulness, like, he was just really kind, yet straight forward at the same time, definitely a great hero.
Overall this is a fun, Southern, witty read, with a moving theme. Basically, in my mind this is a book about trusting God, and having the courage to do that, because when you do things will always work out, even if it doesn't seem like it does. Great characters, who were startlingly real. Great plot. Great book! I would highly recommend this :)
I received this as an ebook from the publisher in return for an honest review. Thanks!
I loved this book! Shiloh is a girl who has made her share of bad choices, but now as a new Christian she continues to battle her past mistakes and new threats to her inheritance from her half-sister. Shiloh has come from a glamorous life in Japan as a reporter, living well beyond her means to clipping coupons and eating ramen noodles in a small town in Virginia. Shiloh faces many choices in this sequel, but now she has great friends, one special guy and most of all she has the Good Lord in her life, is there anything she can't face?
I'm going to start out right off and say that I had the hardest time with the beginning of this book because I could tell by the way it was written that I should have read the prequel first, but thankfully I figured things out and fell head over heels in love with every single one of the characters of this book--minus the not very nice ones, of course! But wow, for me the town just really came alive, and it became almost real to me. I think one of the things that made this book easy to relate to was how, Shiloh had transformed from someone who basically charged everything--even things she didn't need--on her credit card, obviously before coming to Virginia, and then becoming a person who pinched pennies and clipped coupons. I loved it!
I think my favorite characters where Todd and Becky, they were just the epitome of the perfect redneck, kinda quirky couple, who both had hearts of gold. They were just awesome, and I thought it was hilarious that Todd had a mullet! And their story was very moving and I loved how rich and full it was, and it was just a side story. Adam was pretty awesome too, totally a southern gentleman, full of honest-to-goodness charm and thoughtfulness, like, he was just really kind, yet straight forward at the same time, definitely a great hero.
Overall this is a fun, Southern, witty read, with a moving theme. Basically, in my mind this is a book about trusting God, and having the courage to do that, because when you do things will always work out, even if it doesn't seem like it does. Great characters, who were startlingly real. Great plot. Great book! I would highly recommend this :)
I received this as an ebook from the publisher in return for an honest review. Thanks!
January 3, 2013
Shiloh P Jacobs is back, with her debts, cravings for Japanese food, and a brand-new faith in Jesus. As a well-paid journalist, Shiloh had expensive tastes, a sharp contrast from a difficult childhood with a mother for whom details like feeding and clothing your daughter were secondary. Now she is struggling financially in a minimum-wage job with a mountain of debts, a house that won’t sell, a half-sister who wants a share of the house proceeds, and a real confusion over what life as a Christian is all about. Also back are Shiloh’s slightly crazy friends, alternately interfering and encouraging.
Including Becky, who might be a bit of a ditz, but her heart is in the right place, she knows and loves God, and is a great encourager for Shiloh in her new faith.
When her friend Kyoko visits from Tokyo, Shiloh begins to realise that despite all her problems, she is at peace in Virginia in a way she never was in Japan. Japan had helped her forget her past, but in doing so perhaps she had also lost some of herself. As the story progresses, Shiloh blossoms as she starts to find her real self, the self she hid with expensive clothes during her previous life in Japan.
I really enjoyed Southern Fried Sushi, the first book in this series, and I was almost hesitant to read Like Sweet Potato Pie in case it didn't measure up. Well, it did. It is light and deep at the same time, with some brilliant one-liners. Parts were so moving that they almost brought tears to my eyes, and I'm not a teary person. Some Christian chick lit focuses too much on the humour, some focuses too much on pushing an 'issue'... this is different, better. Shiloh is a real heroine, not because she does anything spectacular, but almost because she doesn’t. It's easy to be good and strong when everything is going well, but so much harder in the real world where there are money troubles and boyfriend troubles and job troubles, and when Jesus seems far way from your heart even though your head tells you he is right there. That's what Shiloh is going through, and what makes this book so good. Highly recommended.
Thanks to Barbour Publishing and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.
This review also appears on my blog, www.christianreads.blogspot.com.
Including Becky, who might be a bit of a ditz, but her heart is in the right place, she knows and loves God, and is a great encourager for Shiloh in her new faith.
When her friend Kyoko visits from Tokyo, Shiloh begins to realise that despite all her problems, she is at peace in Virginia in a way she never was in Japan. Japan had helped her forget her past, but in doing so perhaps she had also lost some of herself. As the story progresses, Shiloh blossoms as she starts to find her real self, the self she hid with expensive clothes during her previous life in Japan.
I really enjoyed Southern Fried Sushi, the first book in this series, and I was almost hesitant to read Like Sweet Potato Pie in case it didn't measure up. Well, it did. It is light and deep at the same time, with some brilliant one-liners. Parts were so moving that they almost brought tears to my eyes, and I'm not a teary person. Some Christian chick lit focuses too much on the humour, some focuses too much on pushing an 'issue'... this is different, better. Shiloh is a real heroine, not because she does anything spectacular, but almost because she doesn’t. It's easy to be good and strong when everything is going well, but so much harder in the real world where there are money troubles and boyfriend troubles and job troubles, and when Jesus seems far way from your heart even though your head tells you he is right there. That's what Shiloh is going through, and what makes this book so good. Highly recommended.
Thanks to Barbour Publishing and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.
This review also appears on my blog, www.christianreads.blogspot.com.
January 10, 2012
I was delighted to get an early release read of this book. After reading Southern Fried Sushi I was immediately hooked on Spinola. This second books does not disappoint.
Shiloh P. Jacobs has a new life in Virginia and a new life with Jesus as her Savior. Life should be going splendidly for her...right? Not quite. Her finances are a mess, the IRS has a hold of her checking account, her half-sister is fighting her for her mom's house, and the house is weeks away from being taken away. Not to mention she's working non-stop and her dear friend Becky has given her a puppy. Life continues on in hilarity in Virginia where mullets are king and deep friend food soothes all woes. Insert a surprise visit from her best friend from Tokyo and her handsome ex-fiance and this book will keep you hopping.
In the midst of all the craziness Shiloh finds her new relationship with Jesus to be both fulfilling and difficult and somehow exactly what she needs. She sorts through real life problems with the new filter of "what would Jesus do?". God continues to woo her away and her delight at knowing Jesus will give you fresh eyes at what it means to walk with Christ.
We certainly can not forget the not so handsome Adam who has done absolutely nothing to charm Shiloh and yet she finds herself drawn to him. They hit setback after setback as they try to "court" and you'll find yourself frustrated at the lack of communication these two have! I'd keep going but I'm not going to give it all away.
Spinola continues to write with the light and color that makes reading her novels seem like a vacation. Her descriptions are just the right amount of spice and make the book the gem it is. Her character development is thorough and these characters are ones you'll find yourself wanting to hop in your car to Virginia to hang out with. Another delightful read that I highly recommend! Kuddos once again to Spinola for writing with transparency and honesty.
Releasing in March you can pre-order Like Sweet Potato Pie here.
Thank you to Barbour Publishing for providing me a digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Shiloh P. Jacobs has a new life in Virginia and a new life with Jesus as her Savior. Life should be going splendidly for her...right? Not quite. Her finances are a mess, the IRS has a hold of her checking account, her half-sister is fighting her for her mom's house, and the house is weeks away from being taken away. Not to mention she's working non-stop and her dear friend Becky has given her a puppy. Life continues on in hilarity in Virginia where mullets are king and deep friend food soothes all woes. Insert a surprise visit from her best friend from Tokyo and her handsome ex-fiance and this book will keep you hopping.
In the midst of all the craziness Shiloh finds her new relationship with Jesus to be both fulfilling and difficult and somehow exactly what she needs. She sorts through real life problems with the new filter of "what would Jesus do?". God continues to woo her away and her delight at knowing Jesus will give you fresh eyes at what it means to walk with Christ.
We certainly can not forget the not so handsome Adam who has done absolutely nothing to charm Shiloh and yet she finds herself drawn to him. They hit setback after setback as they try to "court" and you'll find yourself frustrated at the lack of communication these two have! I'd keep going but I'm not going to give it all away.
Spinola continues to write with the light and color that makes reading her novels seem like a vacation. Her descriptions are just the right amount of spice and make the book the gem it is. Her character development is thorough and these characters are ones you'll find yourself wanting to hop in your car to Virginia to hang out with. Another delightful read that I highly recommend! Kuddos once again to Spinola for writing with transparency and honesty.
Releasing in March you can pre-order Like Sweet Potato Pie here.
Thank you to Barbour Publishing for providing me a digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
March 26, 2012
This book is the sequel to Southern Fried Sushi, which is also written by Jennifer Rogers Spinola. This book is about the struggles of the main character Shiloh. She is dealing with financial, family and relationship issues all at once. Will she learn to rely on the Lord for her security and learn to trust Him with her life?
The struggles Shiloh deals with are all ones Christians can relate to. The author does a great job of dealing with the characters issues. She writes so that you see how the Lord is your helper no matter what circumstances you are in right now. I liked how the main characters are flawed yet likeable. I also enjoyed the relationships between the characters. I have not read the first book and felt like I was behind a bit when starting the story. Like I was coming in towards the middle of a book. I would recommend you read the first book before reading this one! Except for that issue, I enjoyed the story!
I would like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for the copy of this book I enjoyed reading. I gave an honest review based on my opinion of what I read.
The struggles Shiloh deals with are all ones Christians can relate to. The author does a great job of dealing with the characters issues. She writes so that you see how the Lord is your helper no matter what circumstances you are in right now. I liked how the main characters are flawed yet likeable. I also enjoyed the relationships between the characters. I have not read the first book and felt like I was behind a bit when starting the story. Like I was coming in towards the middle of a book. I would recommend you read the first book before reading this one! Except for that issue, I enjoyed the story!
I would like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for the copy of this book I enjoyed reading. I gave an honest review based on my opinion of what I read.
March 29, 2016
After devouring book one yesterday, I went on to book two tonight. It was great to get back to the hills of ol' Virginny! The quirky yet genuine and down home folks are just so much fun. Like book one, Shiloh still can't understand all the ways of the south, but she appreciates it all the same. Well...mostly anyway. The first book was all about Shiloh finding peace and adapting to life in the south. Now that she's adapted (for the most part), she needs to figure out who this new Shiloh is. I loved how she has acclimated somewhat, yet still has so much to learn. Especially regarding hunting season and all that glorious fried food. One thing I can definitely give her props for is that she is not afraid to eat something new. She'll ask all sorts of questions about it first, but she will try it. I mean, if I were being introduced to some of that southern food for the first time, I'd probably turn up my nose at a lot of it. I'm not quite as adventurous as Shiloh. :)
One of the major parts to her story is Shiloh learning to let others in. To let them love her in spite of herself; learning what to hold on to, what to let go of, and that family isn't always the ones who are blood-related. The people who are there beside you no matter what, and pick you up again and again, that's family! And you don't let them go out of your life! Nosiree. Another big theme is of course her romance with Adam. It's sweet yet frustrating. One thing those two kids certainly need is a lesson in communication! Man are they bad at it! Which makes for some teeth gnashing moments where you just want to knock their heads together. As real relationships take a lot of work, so too does fictional ones.
Overall this was a fabulous story and now I can't wait for book three! I only have to wait until November, good Lord willin' and the creek don't rise. That means you have a whole month to read books' one and two and you'll be ready for book three also! So what are you waiting for?
One of the major parts to her story is Shiloh learning to let others in. To let them love her in spite of herself; learning what to hold on to, what to let go of, and that family isn't always the ones who are blood-related. The people who are there beside you no matter what, and pick you up again and again, that's family! And you don't let them go out of your life! Nosiree. Another big theme is of course her romance with Adam. It's sweet yet frustrating. One thing those two kids certainly need is a lesson in communication! Man are they bad at it! Which makes for some teeth gnashing moments where you just want to knock their heads together. As real relationships take a lot of work, so too does fictional ones.
Overall this was a fabulous story and now I can't wait for book three! I only have to wait until November, good Lord willin' and the creek don't rise. That means you have a whole month to read books' one and two and you'll be ready for book three also! So what are you waiting for?
October 21, 2015
Shiloh Jacobs, a new Christian, continues to struggle with her ever-growing faith. She’s still getting settled in the deep south, getting used to southern folks doing the following things: talking with a southern accent, eating grits, and shooting deer. She misses Japan, but wonders if she’ll ever find a way to make it back to her beloved former home. She’s still suffering from the sting of her plagiarism mistake, which temporarily ended her journalism career.
Now that she’s living in the home she’s inherited from her mother, she tries to find a way to make a living. The IRS is breathing down her back, wanting her to pay her back taxes. Will she find a way to get herself out of her financial quandary? After all, if she doesn’t find the money to pay the back taxes, she could lose her home.
Meanwhile, she’s somewhat confused about her attraction to Adam, the local gardener. He’s not all that great-looking, (totally the opposite of her cheating ex-fiancé), yet, there’s something about him that’s utterly appealing.
Amidst all of this, there’s a sparkling cast of realistic southern characters as they work through their own set of problems, of which include infertility.
I really enjoyed this novel! The characters were realistic and the descriptions of scenery, the seasons, feelings, etc. were so good that the words literally sparkled on the page. You really felt Shiloh’s struggles and it was easy to empathize with the issues she was facing.
I also liked the fact that the hero is not drop-dead gorgeous (unlike most romance-type/women’s fiction novels). Adam is just an ordinary-looking guy with a strong faith in Jesus – yet Shiloh, who used to be superficial, is smitten with Adam. Overall this was a great read and I highly recommend it!
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Now that she’s living in the home she’s inherited from her mother, she tries to find a way to make a living. The IRS is breathing down her back, wanting her to pay her back taxes. Will she find a way to get herself out of her financial quandary? After all, if she doesn’t find the money to pay the back taxes, she could lose her home.
Meanwhile, she’s somewhat confused about her attraction to Adam, the local gardener. He’s not all that great-looking, (totally the opposite of her cheating ex-fiancé), yet, there’s something about him that’s utterly appealing.
Amidst all of this, there’s a sparkling cast of realistic southern characters as they work through their own set of problems, of which include infertility.
I really enjoyed this novel! The characters were realistic and the descriptions of scenery, the seasons, feelings, etc. were so good that the words literally sparkled on the page. You really felt Shiloh’s struggles and it was easy to empathize with the issues she was facing.
I also liked the fact that the hero is not drop-dead gorgeous (unlike most romance-type/women’s fiction novels). Adam is just an ordinary-looking guy with a strong faith in Jesus – yet Shiloh, who used to be superficial, is smitten with Adam. Overall this was a great read and I highly recommend it!
- See more at: http://ceceliadowdy.com/blog/2013/06/...
September 5, 2012
Between this book and Southern Fried Sushi, I am so totally homesick for my hometown. That is saying a lot because I really hated growing up in a small town. Now I spent most of my life in the Shenandoah Valley, but I didn't move to Churchville until I was in 6th grade. Growing up there seemed so boring and unexciting and I kind of didn't like everyone knowing everyone else's business. After reading these two books, I have a brand new appreciation for that kind of life. I may not live it now, but I see it's benefits due to Spinola's complete description and grasp of the life there.
I really enjoyed this book as you watched Shiloh's life kind of disintegrate, you also saw her get stronger with each trial in her life. Sometimes I get lost in reading so many fantasy type novels that I forget how great it is to just write and read about normal people living real lives and having real problems. Usually I read to get away from the real world, but sometimes, in the case of this book, it makes me look at how lucky I am to have what I have in my life. Everything I worked so hard for..that it makes me appreciate all the good and makes the things I think are going wrong...seem so much less heinous.
I went to school with the author when I moved to Churchville so I may be a bit biased to like her work, but I remember so well her always writing stories. She is such an interesting and lovely individual and she really puts her heart and soul into her characters and their faith..It really is a refreshing read and something great for young adults to read to help them put some of their chaotic lives in perspective as well as an older audience. Which I think is the greatest achievement. Her writing speaks to all ages and not many authors/books can cross the divide of their perceived age category.
I really enjoyed this book as you watched Shiloh's life kind of disintegrate, you also saw her get stronger with each trial in her life. Sometimes I get lost in reading so many fantasy type novels that I forget how great it is to just write and read about normal people living real lives and having real problems. Usually I read to get away from the real world, but sometimes, in the case of this book, it makes me look at how lucky I am to have what I have in my life. Everything I worked so hard for..that it makes me appreciate all the good and makes the things I think are going wrong...seem so much less heinous.
I went to school with the author when I moved to Churchville so I may be a bit biased to like her work, but I remember so well her always writing stories. She is such an interesting and lovely individual and she really puts her heart and soul into her characters and their faith..It really is a refreshing read and something great for young adults to read to help them put some of their chaotic lives in perspective as well as an older audience. Which I think is the greatest achievement. Her writing speaks to all ages and not many authors/books can cross the divide of their perceived age category.
February 24, 2012
Once working a great job writing in Japan, Shiloh was living the fast life of work and fun times until one day she was accused of plagarism and fired, around the same time her mother passed away and Shiloh inherited her house in Staunton, Virginia. Seeing this as an opportunity to escape, Shiloh high-tails to Staunton with plans to re-vamp the house and sell it and then restart her former life in Japan. However, Shiloh being away for the past seven years is about to get a culture shock as she goes from city-life to redneckville as where on earth in Staunton will she find Sushi and if the food is anything like it used to be it will definitely be deep fried . Can Shiloh go about her business and start renovating the house for sale before finding herself attached to someone - Adam in Staunton , a member of the local church ? As Shiloh struggles between coming to do what she planned - selling the house and hightailing it out of there and feeling that maybe she was supposed to be here and settle down , it seems her troubles continue with her half-sister Ashley contesting that half of the profits from the house are hers and she's willing to do anything even if it means playing dirty to get her hands on the money.
A fun novel that has Shiloh teaching us that when things like relationships, friendships and families get too hot to handle , we need to take a step back and look at it Like Sweet Potato Pie on a warm day.
A fun novel that has Shiloh teaching us that when things like relationships, friendships and families get too hot to handle , we need to take a step back and look at it Like Sweet Potato Pie on a warm day.
February 12, 2012
Like Sweet Potato Pie by Jennifer Rogers Spinola
5 STARS
Loved Like Sweet Potato Pie. Southern Fried Sushi is the first book. Time line both take place within the year. Both are clean books no swearing, no sex scenes. I laughed, cried and was not ready to say good bye.
Shiloh is the main character who is changing her life along and every time she thinks things can't go worse they do. She starts going to church. Works two jobs to try and pay her debts.
Adam has a big roll to play still willing to help everyone he can.
Kyoko shows up in Virgina because she is worried about Shiloh and all the changes she is facing.
Carlos shows up at her door. Wanting to stay with her and gives her back her diamond engagement ring.
Becky and Tim are back with laughter and tears. Sharing thier trials and blessings.
I did not want to put this book down till I finshed it. I will look for more books from Jennifer in the future.
I was given this ebook to read in exchange for honest review from Netgalley.
03/01/2012 PUB Barbour Publishing, Inc.
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5 STARS
Loved Like Sweet Potato Pie. Southern Fried Sushi is the first book. Time line both take place within the year. Both are clean books no swearing, no sex scenes. I laughed, cried and was not ready to say good bye.
Shiloh is the main character who is changing her life along and every time she thinks things can't go worse they do. She starts going to church. Works two jobs to try and pay her debts.
Adam has a big roll to play still willing to help everyone he can.
Kyoko shows up in Virgina because she is worried about Shiloh and all the changes she is facing.
Carlos shows up at her door. Wanting to stay with her and gives her back her diamond engagement ring.
Becky and Tim are back with laughter and tears. Sharing thier trials and blessings.
I did not want to put this book down till I finshed it. I will look for more books from Jennifer in the future.
I was given this ebook to read in exchange for honest review from Netgalley.
03/01/2012 PUB Barbour Publishing, Inc.
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February 2, 2012
I loved this book! While the first book in the series (Southern Fried Sushi) starts off slowly and builds to a fun read, this book hits its stride early. Shiloh is still a funny, bumbling mess trying to figure out her place in the world. Like most Christians, especially new in their faith, she embraces Christ, but the past still calls her in the form of her ex-fiance and the dream of working as a reporter again.
Spinola's style of writing is fun and the characters seem to come alive in this book. Becky and Tim's struggle with conceiving a child is well-done and adds a serious balance to the funny episodes in which Shiloh finds herself. What I like most about this book is that the author has the characters endure real experiences and emotions. Shiloh's new walk with Christ and her struggle to figure out God's plan for her makes for an interesting read.
Fans of Christian fiction will enjoy this book. I do recommend reading book one first.
I am eager to see what happens next!
Spinola's style of writing is fun and the characters seem to come alive in this book. Becky and Tim's struggle with conceiving a child is well-done and adds a serious balance to the funny episodes in which Shiloh finds herself. What I like most about this book is that the author has the characters endure real experiences and emotions. Shiloh's new walk with Christ and her struggle to figure out God's plan for her makes for an interesting read.
Fans of Christian fiction will enjoy this book. I do recommend reading book one first.
I am eager to see what happens next!
May 13, 2013
I'm a new fan and can't wait to read the other novels in the series.
Loved the Southern setting. Rooted for the characters. Although, the stereotypical Southern characterization via the over-the-top drawl was initially off-putting to this particular Southerner.
But hey, it's a pet peeve of mine. We're not all Duck Dynasty or God forbid, Honey Boo-Boo or whatever that dear child's name is, God bless her.
Enjoyed learning about the Japanese culture.
Looking forward to more Jennifer Rogers Spinola novels.
Loved the Southern setting. Rooted for the characters. Although, the stereotypical Southern characterization via the over-the-top drawl was initially off-putting to this particular Southerner.
But hey, it's a pet peeve of mine. We're not all Duck Dynasty or God forbid, Honey Boo-Boo or whatever that dear child's name is, God bless her.
Enjoyed learning about the Japanese culture.
Looking forward to more Jennifer Rogers Spinola novels.
March 1, 2012
A Recommended Read. Like Sweet Potato Pie by Jennifer Rogers Spinola is a beautiful and compelling novel about faith, friendship and family. To read my review in its entirety, please visit http://www.bookreviewsandmorebykathy....
February 3, 2015
A great continuation of "Southern Fried Sushi."
August 7, 2014
This book is sooo good! I loved the twists and turns Shiloh comes through in this book to find where she truly belongs. Can't wait to dive in to the finale!!
October 30, 2012
This is the sequel to the book, Southern Fried Sushi. It picks up with new Christian, Shiloh Jacobs still living in Staunton and learning to live out her faith. Another nice, light, chick lit read!
April 27, 2021
I enjoyed the journey of faith that Shiloh traveled while on her way to discovering the love of God. This is the second book in a 3 book series and I normally wouldn't read out of sync like this but I don't know that I'll come across the 1st or 3rd book and decided to go ahead. For the most part I could figure out what happened in the first book by things that were mentioned in this one. And I have an idea what will happen in the 3rd one.
Beulah, Faye and Adam were some of my favorite characters in this book. Beulah and Faye had my heart smiling and my eyes weeping. But it was a good kind of weeping. Two very strong characters in their faith and just life in general. Adam was a sweetheart and just a down-to-earth kinda guy.
There are two negatives: one was the attempt the author made at making some of the characters sound "Southern" or "speak Southern" - when I first started reading I thought that at first the character was from another country and was learning to speak English. It was distracting for me. The second thing is the little episode with Chase (Trinity's boyfriend) and his gang friends chasing and shooting after Shiloh and Adam in the cow pasture. Never once did Adam or Shiloh call the police even after they got away.
I did end up skimming toward the end of the book.
Rating: PG - some adult content/situations, small amount of violence, hint of physical abuse
Language: a clean read - some implied swearing (words were never actually spoken)
Recommend: yes
Beulah, Faye and Adam were some of my favorite characters in this book. Beulah and Faye had my heart smiling and my eyes weeping. But it was a good kind of weeping. Two very strong characters in their faith and just life in general. Adam was a sweetheart and just a down-to-earth kinda guy.
There are two negatives: one was the attempt the author made at making some of the characters sound "Southern" or "speak Southern" - when I first started reading I thought that at first the character was from another country and was learning to speak English. It was distracting for me. The second thing is the little episode with Chase (Trinity's boyfriend) and his gang friends chasing and shooting after Shiloh and Adam in the cow pasture. Never once did Adam or Shiloh call the police even after they got away.
I did end up skimming toward the end of the book.
Rating: PG - some adult content/situations, small amount of violence, hint of physical abuse
Language: a clean read - some implied swearing (words were never actually spoken)
Recommend: yes
June 29, 2017
I struggled with this one, and I did not finish. I have now figured out why; this is book two and I didn't read book one. I had glimpses of thinking I would like this book, but I just couldn't get into it. I really think that if I had read book one, I would enjoy this.
March 12, 2020
Very inspiring
March 3, 2025
Slow to get into it, but ended great. I did not know it was part of a series, so I haven’t read Book 1… but it still made sense.
January 30, 2013
Oh, this one was WAY better than the first one. I was on the edge of my chair, bed, where ever I happened to be reading. I knew from the genre what would happen with Adam. It is sort of a formula for these trilogies - like the ones by Chautona Havig. Book one: girl encounters problem and boy comes to rescue. Book 2: girl is better off, but still needs rescuing - guess who is there. Book three: wedding bells! So the bottom line is, no spoilers here - "Til Grits Us Do Part has got to be the wedding of Shiloh and Adam. And I'm betting things get better with Ashley and Dad. So the big question is: what will happen with Tiffany? will Chase reappear? what about Kyoko? will she come back to Virginia? Will she settle down with Theo? have all the trials with the skinheads been resolved? I can't wait to find out!!!!!
November 19, 2011
I received this as an Kindle download from NetGalley
First let me say this was nothing like what I thought it was going to be, I honestly was kind of disappointed because I just could not get into this book. Like Sweet Potato Pie was written pretty well just not my type of book to read I guess. Sorry for the crappy review but I just could not get into it to same myself. I would still recommend this book to those that LOVE Christian Fiction you may like it better than I did .
First let me say this was nothing like what I thought it was going to be, I honestly was kind of disappointed because I just could not get into this book. Like Sweet Potato Pie was written pretty well just not my type of book to read I guess. Sorry for the crappy review but I just could not get into it to same myself. I would still recommend this book to those that LOVE Christian Fiction you may like it better than I did .
March 16, 2015
In my opinion, this book was a bit better than the first book. Shiloh, at least, wasn't as annoying as she was in the first book.
I was annoyed however by the romance portion of this book. Any situation that could be thrown at Shiloh and Adam seemed to be put into the book. It just seemed too drawn out. I was expecting something different and ended up with the same old romance problems. Lack of trust and communication.
I guess I will finish the series out....
I was annoyed however by the romance portion of this book. Any situation that could be thrown at Shiloh and Adam seemed to be put into the book. It just seemed too drawn out. I was expecting something different and ended up with the same old romance problems. Lack of trust and communication.
I guess I will finish the series out....
July 7, 2013
This was a solid 4 star but the ending really kicked it to 5 stars!! It was perfect!! I don't want to give anything away but I just love how everything worked out for Shiloh and her friends :) wonderful !
June 18, 2016
This was just as amazing as the first one, if not more so. Shiloh encounters new challenges and emotions, while attempting to come to terms with the death of her mother. I couldn't believe the different characters that showed up in this one from the previous book!
February 3, 2013
I like this one better than book 1. Of course reading book 1 and 2 tries everything together. Precious story.
March 10, 2013
I just LOVE these books!!
May 8, 2013
Much better, not as sermon filled as the first one. Good plot, nice story arc. Loved it.
November 19, 2013
Loved the sequel. I enjoy reading books set in Virginia or other states I am familiar with. This one is set in Staunton, VA, a little less than 90 minutes from me.
November 13, 2014
LOVED It.
December 9, 2016
I loved how Jennifer wrote this book I love how she pulls you in and let's you know each character. She is a great writer I plan on reading all her books!
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