The First Year

by Crystal Liechty

Beth's first year of marriage may be the last . . . There has been a lot of debate over the centuries as to what really took place that day in the Garden of Eden. But I know the truth. Adam left the toilet seat up for the millionth time, and Eve decided it was payback time - eternal damnation style. Barely into her first year of marriage, Beth is still getting used to the transition. Her husband, Mike, is everything she could ask for - she has no regrets. At least until her ex-boyfriend, Charlie, returns from the Marines, begging for a second chance and calling into question every decision she's made since their painful break-up. Despite her steady refusals, Beth begins to wonder if Charlie is right. Did she only marry Mike to hide from Charlie? When she catches Mike in a trust-shattering lie, Beth is suddenly faced with two men who have betrayed her. Which betrayal is worse? And which man deserves a second chance?

204 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2006

Reviews

[Holly · Rating 1 out of 5]

I thought I'd really like this book, based on the back of it. But I just couldn't get into it. It felt too 'immature", for lack of a better term. I guess I was expecting something totally different.

[Nikki · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was three real-life Utah relationships, presented in punchy dialogue with a kick-butt voice. I'm in love with it. I want my marriage featured next time. I'm pretty deliciously weird myself.

[Tiffany Smart · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thought the book was cute and quirky, and I loved it as an easy quick read, but I just can't tolerate when authors use the phrase "that's retarded" in literature. Aren't we too educated to still be using that phrase incorrectly?

[Jenny · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF

[Gina Crotts · Rating 2 out of 5]

I met Crystal in an author class we took years ago. So good to see her get her book off the ground. Easy read with some funny "first year" mishaps.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yep. The first year really is the hardest. Angel really made the story fun for me. I would so love to be friends with her and Beth.

[Loraine · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was lighthearted and fun. Uplifting and funny, it is definitely an LDS author. The story was cute and the writing was good, if predictable. I enjoyed it.

[Calli · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love Crystal's lively sense of humor. Some things hit a little to close to home, though, for me. Ten years ago, I probably would have enjoyed it much more.

[Lisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fast quick read.

[Amber Hennessey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked it ;)