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Dazed and Divorced
It’s been almost twenty years since Claire met her ex in high school, and now she finds herself thrust into the dating world for the first time as an adult, armed with little more than confusion and lack of experience. Not only is Ron the only man she’s ever been with, she’s also coping with the loss of her fertility, and if she goes on one more hideous blind date – possibly her mind. Determined to avoid both online dating and meetup groups, she endures fix-ups with all sorts of memorable characters, such as weepy Pete, the drunk skunk, the cheap hot-dog eater, and let’s not forget - the unholy speed dater.
As Claire becomes more depressed over her plight, her best friend Jane prompts her to redirect her maternal longings by adopting an adorable wiener dog puppy. Dixie is not a human baby, but hopefully she will provide her new Mommy with a diversion from the parade of loony men marching through her lonely nights – that’s if Mommy’s house and sanity survive the destructive cyclone that is an untrained three-pound ball of craziness!
Unfortunately, while Claire is trying to move on, Ron is trying to pull her back into the past, and his life. Determined to win back his wife’s affections, he offers to help Claire with home repairs as he tries to implement ‘Operation Friends’ in an effort to persuade his wife into giving him another chance. However, Ron is struggling with his own adjustment to single life, and isn’t finding it easy to ditch the Amazon woman, or his new ‘mail order bride’ dating site hobby, no matter how much he has convinced himself that he and Claire belong together.
DAZED & DIVORCED is Book 1 in the Rom-Com on the Edge series.
As Claire becomes more depressed over her plight, her best friend Jane prompts her to redirect her maternal longings by adopting an adorable wiener dog puppy. Dixie is not a human baby, but hopefully she will provide her new Mommy with a diversion from the parade of loony men marching through her lonely nights – that’s if Mommy’s house and sanity survive the destructive cyclone that is an untrained three-pound ball of craziness!
Unfortunately, while Claire is trying to move on, Ron is trying to pull her back into the past, and his life. Determined to win back his wife’s affections, he offers to help Claire with home repairs as he tries to implement ‘Operation Friends’ in an effort to persuade his wife into giving him another chance. However, Ron is struggling with his own adjustment to single life, and isn’t finding it easy to ditch the Amazon woman, or his new ‘mail order bride’ dating site hobby, no matter how much he has convinced himself that he and Claire belong together.
DAZED & DIVORCED is Book 1 in the Rom-Com on the Edge series.
231 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 24, 2016
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Carol Maloney Scott
33 books118 followersCarol Maloney Scott is a frazzled wife, mom, and wiener dog fanatic. She is a lover of donuts, and a hater of mornings. Now that she has unearthed a childhood passion for writing, she can once again be seen carrying around a notebook and staring into space. Her stories are witty, fresh and real, just like life.
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June 13, 2019
I can't say I enjoyed this read. I just wanted it to be over. I didn't like any of the characters. The two main characters Claire and Ron are so unlikable and I just couldn't relate to them as people. Now I've read some of the reviews and some people said they are so real. God I hope not! Claire is so clueless for someone that is in her 30's. Yes she went through something terrible. Not being able to have kids when you want them is devastating but she still acts like she's in high school. Yes she's had Ron to depend on since 16 but that shouldn't mean you can't grow up in that time and know how to do anything. As clueless as Claire is Ron is worse just in a different way.
He says he wants her back and tries so hard to be in her life by being her friend in hopes of winning her back. But man if she heard all the horrible things he thinks about her, no woman would take him back. He thinks he loves her but he just wants to control her and take care of her his way. She's not allowed to have an opinion or ideas if they differ from his. Even though he offered to paint her walls he hates that they are not white. White! Really? I get that bold colours can be bad to sell a home but white is also bad it's way too boring if I was Claire I'd kick him out for not letting me paint some colour into my life. Yeesh. He also doesn't see any problem with sleeping around or online chatting with other girls while trying to win Claire back. Hey he's entitled to do what he wants to do as he's separated but don't say that you want to get back with your ex if you're not committed to it he clearly is not.
And all the "whack-jobs" in this book was driving me crazy. It was an overused term but perfectly describes all the characters. Here is the spoiler...the ending was the only saving grace and not just because it was over but it was an ending I could at least get behind Ron is gone and Claire is going to get out there herself instead of getting her clueless friends to help her find someone. So at least I can say I enjoyed the ending.
He says he wants her back and tries so hard to be in her life by being her friend in hopes of winning her back. But man if she heard all the horrible things he thinks about her, no woman would take him back. He thinks he loves her but he just wants to control her and take care of her his way. She's not allowed to have an opinion or ideas if they differ from his. Even though he offered to paint her walls he hates that they are not white. White! Really? I get that bold colours can be bad to sell a home but white is also bad it's way too boring if I was Claire I'd kick him out for not letting me paint some colour into my life. Yeesh. He also doesn't see any problem with sleeping around or online chatting with other girls while trying to win Claire back. Hey he's entitled to do what he wants to do as he's separated but don't say that you want to get back with your ex if you're not committed to it he clearly is not.
And all the "whack-jobs" in this book was driving me crazy. It was an overused term but perfectly describes all the characters. Here is the spoiler...the ending was the only saving grace and not just because it was over but it was an ending I could at least get behind Ron is gone and Claire is going to get out there herself instead of getting her clueless friends to help her find someone. So at least I can say I enjoyed the ending.
May 25, 2019
Main characters were incredibly annoying. Entire book was incredibly annoying. I will not be reading this author again.
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November 5, 2016
I absolutely adore this series, and this prequel is no exception. This story tells us the story of Claire right after her divorce from her childhood sweetheart, Ron. She suffers through dates set up by her well-meaning friends and neighbors and becomes a dog mom to an adorable yet destructive dachshund puppy.
We also get to know Ron fairly well in this story. He has realized he messed up his relationship with Claire, and wants to try to fix things between them. His plans are complicated by Stacy, his friend with benefits who wants to be more, and by his online relationship with a Russian woman.
Carol does a wonderful job of bringing all these characters to life in a realistic way. Their mishaps make them even more relatable. The story has the perfect mix of romance and comedy and keeps you wanting to find out what the characters will get up to next. I look forward to reading more in this series.
**I voluntarily received an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.**
We also get to know Ron fairly well in this story. He has realized he messed up his relationship with Claire, and wants to try to fix things between them. His plans are complicated by Stacy, his friend with benefits who wants to be more, and by his online relationship with a Russian woman.
Carol does a wonderful job of bringing all these characters to life in a realistic way. Their mishaps make them even more relatable. The story has the perfect mix of romance and comedy and keeps you wanting to find out what the characters will get up to next. I look forward to reading more in this series.
**I voluntarily received an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.**
September 19, 2017
The Culture Shock of the Newly Single!
This is a very funny but true novel about a newly single woman. I laughed to tears at some parts. However, most of the book was also painful because I have been there and done that. Needless to say, the characters and plot were very realistic. The conflicting emotions and resulting craziness were also life-like. In spite of experiencing the pain again, I definitely recommend reading this book. It is funny, painful and inspirational. I would like to read more of this author’s work.
This is a very funny but true novel about a newly single woman. I laughed to tears at some parts. However, most of the book was also painful because I have been there and done that. Needless to say, the characters and plot were very realistic. The conflicting emotions and resulting craziness were also life-like. In spite of experiencing the pain again, I definitely recommend reading this book. It is funny, painful and inspirational. I would like to read more of this author’s work.
September 16, 2017
I wanted to scream "grow up" while reading this whole book. Dependent female who craves independence but just keeps talking herself back to its clutches. "Grow up Claire!" Male who wants to dominate his exes thoughts, all the time being deceiving to gain what he wants. "Grow up Ron." Unfortunately, this story was probably based on some true life situations.
July 5, 2021
Not a romantic comedy, more chick lit
MY RATING SYSTEM
5 stars--WOW
4 stars--would read again
3 stars--was good, won't read again
2 stars--read it, but didn't enjoy it
1 star--didn't finish, it was so awful
Do I need to read books before this one: no
Cliffhanger: kinda
SUMMARY
35yo Claire, separated from Ron a year, is at Jane's and Mike's for a BBQ, which is also a blind date with one of Mike's friends. She's a little tipsy when Tom arrives. He's dyed his hair black and bleached the tips. Plus he's wearing socks with sandals. By the time Ron arrives unexpectedly, both Claire and Tom are drunk and she's yelling at Tom about her miscarriages and hysterectomy. After Pepe Le Pew falls asleep on Mike's couch, Ron walks Claire home. “I still love you, Claire. Other women mean nothing to me. They were my losses, too, and maybe, just maybe, you could stop being selfish long enough to see that. I don’t deal with loss the way you do, but that doesn’t mean I didn’t care. And I was willing to consider adoption, but you’re hung up on your fears. People don’t just take their babies back.” But her fears are real to her.
Ron decides on Operation Friendly, to offer home repairs without pressure, as a way back into Claire's life. He's done with Stacy the Amazon.
Claire adopts a mini dachshund, Dixie. She continues with dating adventures while teaching Dixie, working with a flirt, painting her house, and maintaining girlfriends.
EVALUATION
I thought this was a romantic comedy because of the title. It's not. This is about Claire struggling to date after kicking Ron out while also getting him to sign the papers. So there's no happily ever after. It's also not overly funny; I didn't laugh aloud until page 145. The gas station encounter was hilarious. Even so, the comedy was all too contrived.
RECOMMENDATION
Those who've come through a divorce and are ready to laugh. There isn't a happily ever after.
FAVORITE QUOTES
I touch my long, blond hair, which is highlighted, low lighted, side lighted, light bulbed.
I absolutely hate passwords. There are websites I don’t use anymore because I refuse to make up another code with a capital letter, a number, a Chinese character and a picture of a farm animal.
POSSIBLE TRIGGERS (SPOILERS)
Sex: off page
Language: 39 F words, 36 Lord's name in vain, 52 S words
Violence: none
MY RATING SYSTEM
5 stars--WOW
4 stars--would read again
3 stars--was good, won't read again
2 stars--read it, but didn't enjoy it
1 star--didn't finish, it was so awful
Do I need to read books before this one: no
Cliffhanger: kinda
SUMMARY
35yo Claire, separated from Ron a year, is at Jane's and Mike's for a BBQ, which is also a blind date with one of Mike's friends. She's a little tipsy when Tom arrives. He's dyed his hair black and bleached the tips. Plus he's wearing socks with sandals. By the time Ron arrives unexpectedly, both Claire and Tom are drunk and she's yelling at Tom about her miscarriages and hysterectomy. After Pepe Le Pew falls asleep on Mike's couch, Ron walks Claire home. “I still love you, Claire. Other women mean nothing to me. They were my losses, too, and maybe, just maybe, you could stop being selfish long enough to see that. I don’t deal with loss the way you do, but that doesn’t mean I didn’t care. And I was willing to consider adoption, but you’re hung up on your fears. People don’t just take their babies back.” But her fears are real to her.
Ron decides on Operation Friendly, to offer home repairs without pressure, as a way back into Claire's life. He's done with Stacy the Amazon.
Claire adopts a mini dachshund, Dixie. She continues with dating adventures while teaching Dixie, working with a flirt, painting her house, and maintaining girlfriends.
EVALUATION
I thought this was a romantic comedy because of the title. It's not. This is about Claire struggling to date after kicking Ron out while also getting him to sign the papers. So there's no happily ever after. It's also not overly funny; I didn't laugh aloud until page 145. The gas station encounter was hilarious. Even so, the comedy was all too contrived.
RECOMMENDATION
Those who've come through a divorce and are ready to laugh. There isn't a happily ever after.
FAVORITE QUOTES
I touch my long, blond hair, which is highlighted, low lighted, side lighted, light bulbed.
I absolutely hate passwords. There are websites I don’t use anymore because I refuse to make up another code with a capital letter, a number, a Chinese character and a picture of a farm animal.
POSSIBLE TRIGGERS (SPOILERS)
Sex: off page
Language: 39 F words, 36 Lord's name in vain, 52 S words
Violence: none
February 11, 2019
This book gets a strong 3 stars from me. I liked it, but i didn't love it. Claire and Ron are a married couple, going through a separation that has lasted for almost a year. Ron has stalled signing the divorce papers, and Claire has delayed dating anyone that hasn't been forced upon her by family and friends. It's a chick lit comedy, told from both Claire and Ron's perspectives.
What worked:
The dialogue. The author did a great job writing realistic dialogue. Sometimes you read a book and you're astounded by the bizarre attempt at intelligence or humor or street talk. This isn't one of those books. Carol Maloney Scott effortlessly wrote the characters' dialogue to be casual and natural. I really loved hearing Claire and Ron's internal thoughts, too. I definitely laughed out loud at both.
The dates. Claire's dates were hysterical and still believable. Her dating life is exactly why I was terrified to enter the dating world after my divorce. Freaks like this do exist, and the book nailed it.
The friends. Claire's friends were realistic, the perfect example of how nobody has the perfect life, even when that life seems to be the exact opposite of your chaotic existence.
What didn't work for me:
The dog. I DO judge books by their covers. If I see a cute pupper on the cover a book, I'm expecting to read a book with a cute little pupper featured throughout. Unfortunately, Claire gets a cute doxie puppy and basically neglects it. Anyone who's had an 8-9 month old puppy knows that you can't go out for drinks after work when you're raising a little one. You have to be home bonding with and training the pupper. For me, this book lost a star on this point. And sure, I know it's a fun, light story, but how hard could it have been to add in some more scenes with the puppy? She's on the cover after all!
The separation. While I did love this story, and I loved both Ron and Claire, such an amicable separation is unfathomable to me. This story went a little too far painting Claire as indifferent to her cute husband's charms.
Overall, I did like this book, and I will read the sequel. In fact, I've already started it.
What worked:
The dialogue. The author did a great job writing realistic dialogue. Sometimes you read a book and you're astounded by the bizarre attempt at intelligence or humor or street talk. This isn't one of those books. Carol Maloney Scott effortlessly wrote the characters' dialogue to be casual and natural. I really loved hearing Claire and Ron's internal thoughts, too. I definitely laughed out loud at both.
The dates. Claire's dates were hysterical and still believable. Her dating life is exactly why I was terrified to enter the dating world after my divorce. Freaks like this do exist, and the book nailed it.
The friends. Claire's friends were realistic, the perfect example of how nobody has the perfect life, even when that life seems to be the exact opposite of your chaotic existence.
What didn't work for me:
The dog. I DO judge books by their covers. If I see a cute pupper on the cover a book, I'm expecting to read a book with a cute little pupper featured throughout. Unfortunately, Claire gets a cute doxie puppy and basically neglects it. Anyone who's had an 8-9 month old puppy knows that you can't go out for drinks after work when you're raising a little one. You have to be home bonding with and training the pupper. For me, this book lost a star on this point. And sure, I know it's a fun, light story, but how hard could it have been to add in some more scenes with the puppy? She's on the cover after all!
The separation. While I did love this story, and I loved both Ron and Claire, such an amicable separation is unfathomable to me. This story went a little too far painting Claire as indifferent to her cute husband's charms.
Overall, I did like this book, and I will read the sequel. In fact, I've already started it.
August 28, 2019
Completely Laugh Out Loud. For me, personally, I think the appeal of this book was the complete absurdity. I think that some of the events in this book are a little realistic or relatable (but God forbid that your friends set you up with a rockstar skunk or a guy who takes you to the most expensive restaurant and then bails) however, some of it, were just ridiculous (like the mostly drunk, obsessive-but-can-paint-in-a-straight-line painter, Joe and his two notable shenanigans).
I liked Claire (when she wasn't anywhere close to Ron) although I didn't connect a 100% with her loss (probably a me problem 🤷🏻♀️ I don't know).
The gist of this book though, is Claire spends the better part of one year trying to get over her ex and simultaneously get him to sign divorce papers. But constantly being thrown into situations where she relies on him (out of habit) and almost two decades of a relationship kind of make cutting the cord a bit tough for her. It's absurd how she can't seem to do anything on her own (but I'm not even gonna touch that) and has to rely on Ron (said ex whose appended signature is needed) for almost everything including rescuing her from trashy dates).
Ron was an absolute *dickwad*.
No, really.
He was manipulative, immature, insensitive and for the better part of the book, it bothered me that Claire was willing to entertain the thought of them getting back together (although for a minute at the beginning, I was rooting for him too. That changed quickly.) I was really glad to see him take off on that plane 😩
I liked getting a bit of Janie's POV, but I also felt that gave me a bit of whiplash because she's not the main character (but correct me if I'm wrong though).
In the end, I loved that she was happy without Ron and finally ready to face the (mild discomfort of the) world without him.
Final Verdict: I liked reading this. It was almost unputdownable. It was weird and awkwardly funny and I enjoyed it.
I liked Claire (when she wasn't anywhere close to Ron) although I didn't connect a 100% with her loss (probably a me problem 🤷🏻♀️ I don't know).
The gist of this book though, is Claire spends the better part of one year trying to get over her ex and simultaneously get him to sign divorce papers. But constantly being thrown into situations where she relies on him (out of habit) and almost two decades of a relationship kind of make cutting the cord a bit tough for her. It's absurd how she can't seem to do anything on her own (but I'm not even gonna touch that) and has to rely on Ron (said ex whose appended signature is needed) for almost everything including rescuing her from trashy dates).
Ron was an absolute *dickwad*.
No, really.
He was manipulative, immature, insensitive and for the better part of the book, it bothered me that Claire was willing to entertain the thought of them getting back together (although for a minute at the beginning, I was rooting for him too. That changed quickly.) I was really glad to see him take off on that plane 😩
I liked getting a bit of Janie's POV, but I also felt that gave me a bit of whiplash because she's not the main character (but correct me if I'm wrong though).
In the end, I loved that she was happy without Ron and finally ready to face the (mild discomfort of the) world without him.
Final Verdict: I liked reading this. It was almost unputdownable. It was weird and awkwardly funny and I enjoyed it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 18, 2019
Lacking both comedy and romance
Calling something a laugh out loud comedy is setting the bar high before the cover is even open. Most books don't cross that bar, and this is unfortunately no exception.
The book opens with Claire being set up in a blind date, drinking "happy juice". The POV shifts a few times, primarily Claire and Ron, her husband. A bit from his often self-righteous point of view:
"I’m sure Claire has spent most of the day thinking about my offer, and what a nice guy I’ve become. I just need to make sure I hold back and let her come to me now. Being pushy and controlling are a couple of her complaints about me. She doesn’t understand that I know her so well that I know what’s best for her. The events of the past year make it painfully obvious that she doesn’t make good choices on her own."
Charming, right? Most of the characters were difficult to find empathy for, and did not read as the ages stated.
Calling something a laugh out loud comedy is setting the bar high before the cover is even open. Most books don't cross that bar, and this is unfortunately no exception.
The book opens with Claire being set up in a blind date, drinking "happy juice". The POV shifts a few times, primarily Claire and Ron, her husband. A bit from his often self-righteous point of view:
"I’m sure Claire has spent most of the day thinking about my offer, and what a nice guy I’ve become. I just need to make sure I hold back and let her come to me now. Being pushy and controlling are a couple of her complaints about me. She doesn’t understand that I know her so well that I know what’s best for her. The events of the past year make it painfully obvious that she doesn’t make good choices on her own."
Charming, right? Most of the characters were difficult to find empathy for, and did not read as the ages stated.
June 8, 2019
Not a favorite
It was okay for the most part, however I don't enjoy books that go back and forth between characters. Its hard to get into the story when all of a sudden your thrust into the other characters POV. Also I felt a bit like there were some questionable parts that seemed homophobic. I usually pick books I can relate to the author but with this little things were too annoying to let pass. Constantly saying how someone could be gay or the main character even thinking about going back with an obvious abusive person is just too much. Not worth the read.
It was okay for the most part, however I don't enjoy books that go back and forth between characters. Its hard to get into the story when all of a sudden your thrust into the other characters POV. Also I felt a bit like there were some questionable parts that seemed homophobic. I usually pick books I can relate to the author but with this little things were too annoying to let pass. Constantly saying how someone could be gay or the main character even thinking about going back with an obvious abusive person is just too much. Not worth the read.
August 31, 2020
Moving on?
Claire and Ron have been getting divorced for the six months now but Ron still has not signed the papers and Claire is finding it hard to enter the dating scene. The men her friends set her up with are comical nightmares and the church speed dating night was a disaster. Ron is having only slightly better luck, but he would rather get back together with his wife.
This book has humor but the situations are also sad. I felt sorry for the couple but it was obvious that there could be no reconciliation without some serious changes and couples counseling.
Claire and Ron have been getting divorced for the six months now but Ron still has not signed the papers and Claire is finding it hard to enter the dating scene. The men her friends set her up with are comical nightmares and the church speed dating night was a disaster. Ron is having only slightly better luck, but he would rather get back together with his wife.
This book has humor but the situations are also sad. I felt sorry for the couple but it was obvious that there could be no reconciliation without some serious changes and couples counseling.
July 15, 2018
Two mis-matched people who are afraid of the new
Not for me. Found the whole thing slightly forced and unreal. Some of the situations where amusing but all in all this isn't something I would read again. A pending divorce and two people who have been together for over 20 years but still know nothing about the deep emotions of the other.
I got this in a giveaway.
Not for me. Found the whole thing slightly forced and unreal. Some of the situations where amusing but all in all this isn't something I would read again. A pending divorce and two people who have been together for over 20 years but still know nothing about the deep emotions of the other.
I got this in a giveaway.
November 30, 2018
A Great Story
This page turner is one of those books that is so realistic a reader can believe that it's a true story. Some parts are so hilarious that I laughed out loud. Anyone who has tried the dating pools after a divorce can relate to some of the situations in this story. It's a fun read, but if you are divorced, it's simply "crying-out-loud" funny. Loved it.
This page turner is one of those books that is so realistic a reader can believe that it's a true story. Some parts are so hilarious that I laughed out loud. Anyone who has tried the dating pools after a divorce can relate to some of the situations in this story. It's a fun read, but if you are divorced, it's simply "crying-out-loud" funny. Loved it.
July 6, 2019
Good Beach Read
This would make a great book for the beach. I read it during my toddler and infant’s common nap time and bed time, and still enjoyed it. There were many laugh out loud moments, but I feel like the climax was too close to the end. The structure of the story was unique with the varying perspective narration, which was attention-keeping.
This would make a great book for the beach. I read it during my toddler and infant’s common nap time and bed time, and still enjoyed it. There were many laugh out loud moments, but I feel like the climax was too close to the end. The structure of the story was unique with the varying perspective narration, which was attention-keeping.
July 17, 2019
I really enjoyed this rom com. Together with the same manipulative man since they were 16, Claire and Ron have been separated for a year. They have argued over many issues within that year but have they solved any of them or do they just keep playing the same old same old over and over? Read their story and find out.
June 15, 2022
I would give this zero stars , but the final chapter and 2 miniscule characters earned at least 1 star. Claire and Ron were so horribly whiny and immature, it was just anger inducing vitriol, I have not read a book in recent memory that has this many unlikable characters. Do not recommend to anyone unless they need to be angry and bored and there is absolutely nothing else to read.
November 13, 2017
Oh
I think this is a terrible story. Few funny things happen and Ron is a complete .....insert your favorite... He wants his wife back but is doing other women, looking up Russian women to .... Something. And women on his ups route. I can't even finish this. It makes me sad
I think this is a terrible story. Few funny things happen and Ron is a complete .....insert your favorite... He wants his wife back but is doing other women, looking up Russian women to .... Something. And women on his ups route. I can't even finish this. It makes me sad
March 7, 2018
Dazed &Divorced
This is the first book in this series. It's her ability to move forward from the divorce. She has many dating disasters and her ex husband has decided that he wants her back. It is just the beginning of her adventures in dating.
This is the first book in this series. It's her ability to move forward from the divorce. She has many dating disasters and her ex husband has decided that he wants her back. It is just the beginning of her adventures in dating.
May 27, 2019
Talk About the Proverbial Edge...
Laugh out loud, funny. So true to life. I was secretly hoping... I am unable to say without spoiling. Looking forward to more reads by Carol Maloney Scott!!
Laugh out loud, funny. So true to life. I was secretly hoping... I am unable to say without spoiling. Looking forward to more reads by Carol Maloney Scott!!
May 27, 2019
That's life...and love
Claire has had her world turned upside down when she discovers shell never be the mother she planned to be. Ron her husband has to find his fit now. Their marriage is in trouble. Both test out their changing selves in hilarious fashion.
Claire has had her world turned upside down when she discovers shell never be the mother she planned to be. Ron her husband has to find his fit now. Their marriage is in trouble. Both test out their changing selves in hilarious fashion.
June 15, 2019
I should have stopped reading this book but i kept thinking it would get better... It was just ridiculous and in some places read like an email or text message...she would offer a disclaimer with several exclamation points as an example.
I thought it would be a fun summer read, for me it was not.
I thought it would be a fun summer read, for me it was not.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 8, 2019
Disappointing, but the dog is adorable
Parts of this book are funny, but overall it is too choppy and has a distracted feel to it. The title hinted at something more fun. The book had a decidedly distracted feel to it and just did not entertain.
Parts of this book are funny, but overall it is too choppy and has a distracted feel to it. The title hinted at something more fun. The book had a decidedly distracted feel to it and just did not entertain.
June 25, 2020
The good news is I finished the book. Some parts were funny. Some parts I wanted to slap Claire silly. Just wanted her to make a decision and stick with it. I doubt I'll read the other books in the series.
November 27, 2017
Had to stay up and finish this book to find out what happened between Clare and Ron. I was delighted to see that everything worked out for the best!
I received this book from a Goodreads giveaway.
I received this book from a Goodreads giveaway.
September 6, 2018
Short and entertaining
I'm not a huge fan of switching back and forth between character perspectives, but the story is relatable and Claire is likable.
I'm not a huge fan of switching back and forth between character perspectives, but the story is relatable and Claire is likable.
November 11, 2018
Exes And ohs
For a prequel, this book was super hard to get into. There were some funny scenes with the blind dates and the dog.
For a prequel, this book was super hard to get into. There were some funny scenes with the blind dates and the dog.
March 1, 2019
Cute story. I will continue the series.
May 27, 2019
Adorable story of second chance romance. Claire hasn’t really been in the dating world since High School. Not an easy place to be in. Totally enjoyable.
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