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Rosemont Duology #2
Anika takes the long way home up soul mountain
You can’t outrun your past. If you try, it will chase after you in a silver DeLorean.
The last thing Anika Singh wants is to go home to Ohio, but when her mother is diagnosed with cancer, what choice does she really have? She’ll go home if she has to, but she won’t stay long. Because all Marcine, Ohio, has for Anika is bad memories — memories of being an outcast, even within her own family, and memories of a perfect love that was soured by betrayal.
Jenny’s betrayal. Anika’s high school sweetheart-turned-ex-wife. Anika hopes she won’t run into Jenny… Or maybe she hopes she will run into her. It’s hard to say.
Then there’s Amy, a dark-haired beauty Anika meets on the flight to Cleveland, who happens to be in Marcine for a friend’s wedding. Nothing serious can happen with Amy; she’s only going to be in town for a week. Which means that falling for her would be stupid, especially given the fact that Jenny might be available again.
But Anika is famous for doing stupid things.
A story flavored with curry and cornbread, family drama, and a whole lot of f-bombs, Anika takes the long way home up soul mountain will have you laughing, crying, and grimacing as Anika gets chased around by a silver DeLorean and attempts to answer the age-old question: Can you ever really go home again?
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Part of the Rosemont Duology: This is the second book in the Rosemont Duology, following up from To Have Loved & Lost. However, Anika takes the long way home can also be read as a stand-alone novel.
This lesbian romance is rated R for
⁃ A lot of really bad language
⁃ Sexual content
⁃ Adult situations
The last thing Anika Singh wants is to go home to Ohio, but when her mother is diagnosed with cancer, what choice does she really have? She’ll go home if she has to, but she won’t stay long. Because all Marcine, Ohio, has for Anika is bad memories — memories of being an outcast, even within her own family, and memories of a perfect love that was soured by betrayal.
Jenny’s betrayal. Anika’s high school sweetheart-turned-ex-wife. Anika hopes she won’t run into Jenny… Or maybe she hopes she will run into her. It’s hard to say.
Then there’s Amy, a dark-haired beauty Anika meets on the flight to Cleveland, who happens to be in Marcine for a friend’s wedding. Nothing serious can happen with Amy; she’s only going to be in town for a week. Which means that falling for her would be stupid, especially given the fact that Jenny might be available again.
But Anika is famous for doing stupid things.
A story flavored with curry and cornbread, family drama, and a whole lot of f-bombs, Anika takes the long way home up soul mountain will have you laughing, crying, and grimacing as Anika gets chased around by a silver DeLorean and attempts to answer the age-old question: Can you ever really go home again?
Click buy now to start reading today!
Part of the Rosemont Duology: This is the second book in the Rosemont Duology, following up from To Have Loved & Lost. However, Anika takes the long way home can also be read as a stand-alone novel.
This lesbian romance is rated R for
⁃ A lot of really bad language
⁃ Sexual content
⁃ Adult situations
454 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 4, 2017
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About the author
Eliza Andrews
14 books381 followersWhen I started thinking of a new pen name to write fiction featuring lesbian protagonists, I commandeered the name of an ancestor. Eliza Frances Andrews was an interesting woman, one I have mixed feelings about. A southern belle who lived through the civil war as the privileged daughter of a prominent plantation owner, she refused to marry "below her station" after the war and therefore set about creating her own career -- highly unusual for a woman of her day and age. Eventually she became a teacher, novelist, and world-renowned botanist. And interestingly, a socialist.
But she was quite racist and I can only imagine what she would have to say about LGBTQ people. It is therefore somewhat tongue-in-cheek to borrow her name; it is my reimagining of Eliza if she'd grown up in the 21st century rather than the 19th, after women's lib and the Civil Rights movement and Stonewall. Perhaps a 21st-century Eliza would grin at me and say, "Right on." Perhaps the 19th-century Eliza is rolling over in her grave -- if she is, call it karmic justice.
Reach out anytime: eliza@ninja-writer.com.
PS, I also write young adult science fiction / fantasy under the name R. A. Marshall (another borrowed name). LGBTQ readers might enjoy the Lost Children trilogy.
But she was quite racist and I can only imagine what she would have to say about LGBTQ people. It is therefore somewhat tongue-in-cheek to borrow her name; it is my reimagining of Eliza if she'd grown up in the 21st century rather than the 19th, after women's lib and the Civil Rights movement and Stonewall. Perhaps a 21st-century Eliza would grin at me and say, "Right on." Perhaps the 19th-century Eliza is rolling over in her grave -- if she is, call it karmic justice.
Reach out anytime: eliza@ninja-writer.com.
PS, I also write young adult science fiction / fantasy under the name R. A. Marshall (another borrowed name). LGBTQ readers might enjoy the Lost Children trilogy.
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August 30, 2017
3.5 stars! really nice 2nd series...will write a more detailed review later..but i would recommend this to everyone
August 16, 2017
This book. I get the feeling this will end up on a good amount of DNF shelves because it has its fair share of off putting content. I'll be up front about what that is.
For me, it has two things that I normally hate: infidelity and flashbacks. Infidelity is a theme that hits repeatedly in the book with Anika making a handful of her own crappy decisions that cast her in an unflattering light. Each time infidelity came on the scene my stomach dropped and it triggered my anxiety which made this a pretty gut-wrenching read for much of the book.
For flashbacks, I have to say it's done in a clever way. This is a story about returning to your home town and constantly getting hit with the past so it at least makes sense that the story has them. There's definitely a gimmick to how the author has it done here. Some may not like it but I was actually okay with it which says something. The flashbacks aren't terribly long and fit the scenes. Just know there's a lot of them.
The author warns the readers in her blurb of the book that it has a lot of bad language and, boy, does it. Anika cusses like a sailor from page one and, doing a count, the F-bomb is dropped 427 times.
The story is also told from a second person point of view where Anika is talking to us directly. The style seemed appropriate to the book so I liked it.
Now that all of that's out of the way...wow. Whether the read felt good or not this book did blow me away.
As a story, it's mainly about confronting the past and feeling sucked back in time vs letting go and moving forward in your life. There is a burgeoning romance in the story, too, but at times it's precarious so it's not all happy-go-lucky-feel-good. The story has some humor that comes through in the dialogue and Anika's internal thoughts but this read is more of a drama than anything.
As for the lead, Anika is a 6' 3.5" tall half black, half Nepalese character and she is deeply rooted and developed. The author definitely knew who she was. And the rest of the cast? There are a ton of characters but every single one of them is just as fully-developed. Anika and no other person in the story is all good or all bad...well, except for maybe one.
Family dynamics are just so well represented and I found the dialogue to be amazing because it felt alive and I was completely sucked into the story. Every scene was tight and I found there was no fat to trim.
As I was reading, terms that came to mind thinking about the book were "gripping", "vivacious", "rich", "real", "honest", "intense", "multi-layered", "well thought out"...This book really had me on pins and needles trying to figure out what choices Anika would make in present day. The author definitely kept me guessing and I didn't find it predictable at all.
The only gripe I truly have with the book is that technologies are mentioned that were used when Anika was in high school or college that I don't think actually existed at the time. Or, if they did, were not the norm. Anika is 38 in the story, by the way. So, I had to just let it go.
Overall, I actually loved this book, despite it being an ugly read sometimes. I've debated about what to rate it, whether it should go to the 4 or 5 star category and, like a basketball that goes round and round the rim before falling in or out of the net, I have to say it falls in...so 4.6 with a round up to 5 stars it is.
This is the 2nd book in the "Rosemont Duology" series but I'd considered this a standalone read. I haven't read the first book and I didn't feel I was missing out on anything pertinent to the story.
I recommend only if you think you can get through the items listed above. If so, then yes, definitely.
For me, it has two things that I normally hate: infidelity and flashbacks. Infidelity is a theme that hits repeatedly in the book with Anika making a handful of her own crappy decisions that cast her in an unflattering light. Each time infidelity came on the scene my stomach dropped and it triggered my anxiety which made this a pretty gut-wrenching read for much of the book.
For flashbacks, I have to say it's done in a clever way. This is a story about returning to your home town and constantly getting hit with the past so it at least makes sense that the story has them. There's definitely a gimmick to how the author has it done here. Some may not like it but I was actually okay with it which says something. The flashbacks aren't terribly long and fit the scenes. Just know there's a lot of them.
The author warns the readers in her blurb of the book that it has a lot of bad language and, boy, does it. Anika cusses like a sailor from page one and, doing a count, the F-bomb is dropped 427 times.
The story is also told from a second person point of view where Anika is talking to us directly. The style seemed appropriate to the book so I liked it.
Now that all of that's out of the way...wow. Whether the read felt good or not this book did blow me away.
As a story, it's mainly about confronting the past and feeling sucked back in time vs letting go and moving forward in your life. There is a burgeoning romance in the story, too, but at times it's precarious so it's not all happy-go-lucky-feel-good. The story has some humor that comes through in the dialogue and Anika's internal thoughts but this read is more of a drama than anything.
As for the lead, Anika is a 6' 3.5" tall half black, half Nepalese character and she is deeply rooted and developed. The author definitely knew who she was. And the rest of the cast? There are a ton of characters but every single one of them is just as fully-developed. Anika and no other person in the story is all good or all bad...well, except for maybe one.
Family dynamics are just so well represented and I found the dialogue to be amazing because it felt alive and I was completely sucked into the story. Every scene was tight and I found there was no fat to trim.
As I was reading, terms that came to mind thinking about the book were "gripping", "vivacious", "rich", "real", "honest", "intense", "multi-layered", "well thought out"...This book really had me on pins and needles trying to figure out what choices Anika would make in present day. The author definitely kept me guessing and I didn't find it predictable at all.
The only gripe I truly have with the book is that technologies are mentioned that were used when Anika was in high school or college that I don't think actually existed at the time. Or, if they did, were not the norm. Anika is 38 in the story, by the way. So, I had to just let it go.
Overall, I actually loved this book, despite it being an ugly read sometimes. I've debated about what to rate it, whether it should go to the 4 or 5 star category and, like a basketball that goes round and round the rim before falling in or out of the net, I have to say it falls in...so 4.6 with a round up to 5 stars it is.
This is the 2nd book in the "Rosemont Duology" series but I'd considered this a standalone read. I haven't read the first book and I didn't feel I was missing out on anything pertinent to the story.
I recommend only if you think you can get through the items listed above. If so, then yes, definitely.
August 16, 2017
Very different from the first book...3.5*
I have mixed feelings about this book...mainly in the writing style taken, or maybe approach would be a better word. This is written from the point of view of Anika, whl you may remember as the friend of Alex and the one that drove Graham out to her house or better yet she was the one dating Jenny. Anyway, this takes place maybe a few years or so after the end of the first book. And the plot is really straight forward and exactly what can be read in the synopsis.
The book gave me issues because it constantly goes past to future in a way that it feels the author is trying to be funny and give insight maybe into Anika's mind but really gets annoying. The constant refrence to Back to the Future felt a bit weird to me. And like I said, it was different than the first book...like completely. If you didn't read the first it doesn't matter.
I liked the plot of it. And I finished it because I really wanted to know amd cared about how it ended. Definitely didn't like it better than then first one but not a waste of time. Plus a kU read.
I have mixed feelings about this book...mainly in the writing style taken, or maybe approach would be a better word. This is written from the point of view of Anika, whl you may remember as the friend of Alex and the one that drove Graham out to her house or better yet she was the one dating Jenny. Anyway, this takes place maybe a few years or so after the end of the first book. And the plot is really straight forward and exactly what can be read in the synopsis.
The book gave me issues because it constantly goes past to future in a way that it feels the author is trying to be funny and give insight maybe into Anika's mind but really gets annoying. The constant refrence to Back to the Future felt a bit weird to me. And like I said, it was different than the first book...like completely. If you didn't read the first it doesn't matter.
I liked the plot of it. And I finished it because I really wanted to know amd cared about how it ended. Definitely didn't like it better than then first one but not a waste of time. Plus a kU read.
June 4, 2024
4 Stars
If it’s an Eliza Andrews story, it’s gonna be bittersweet.
It’s nice to learn about Anika’s side of the story. This one was slightly off putting at first due to the Marty McFly consciousness but I love the 80’s and 90’s references thrown at the reader. It’s quite nostalgic if I’m being honest. Oh and don’t get me started with Celine Dion X )
Without meaning to, this story made me question my own values and reevaluate. Humans really are messy. This story is messy. It’s so messy but it’s sooo human, that’s why I love it.
If it’s an Eliza Andrews story, it’s gonna be bittersweet.
It’s nice to learn about Anika’s side of the story. This one was slightly off putting at first due to the Marty McFly consciousness but I love the 80’s and 90’s references thrown at the reader. It’s quite nostalgic if I’m being honest. Oh and don’t get me started with Celine Dion X )
Without meaning to, this story made me question my own values and reevaluate. Humans really are messy. This story is messy. It’s so messy but it’s sooo human, that’s why I love it.
December 12, 2017
I enjoyed the way this was written, I love discovering writing styles that are different from the norm and this was one of them I enjoyed. The Marty McFly stuff I coud have done without but it didn't by any means ruin the story. This is a nice warm read in terms of the story, our main character deals with alot I feel. The reason for the 3 stars is, I didn't really feel the chemistry between Anika and Amy. I was rooting for them and hoping she would choose Amy, but the chemistry wasn't really there for me. It felt like Anika was just going with the flow and not really invested in Amy.
February 25, 2020
Pressed nearly every shelf button, and 3*s is a little harsh, enjoyed the style of writing, but really bonded with the 3rd MC so found the rest of the story upsetting!
July 12, 2020
Take the time to think before you act.
Independent publishing is great because it gives authors the chance to give us books that might not have been published otherwise, but MAN OH MAN, I do wish Eliza Andrews had had someone like an editor to tell her that having a black character self-deprecatingly refer to herself as an ape on multiple occasions is... not a good idea?
(I mean one would hope you don't need an editor for that but ahaha... haha... ha...)
This book didn't work for me/let me down in a variety of ways. 1) It featured cheating, which I never like in romance novels. I knew about the cheating before going in, it actually made me not want to read it, but I liked Anika so much from the first book that I decided to give it a try. Without getting into spoilers... eh. The infidelity wasn't the biggest part of the book and it wasn't done in a way that made any characters hate-able or irredeemable, but I still didn't like it. 2) You spend the majority of the book not knowing who the main character is going to end up with, which again, is just something I myself don't like in romance novels. I prefer if the plot/tension/suspense comes from other stuff. 3) The story is told in a way that I found (I'm so sorry) gimmicky and annoying. I'm not American. I don't know or care who Marty McFly is, and I definitely wasn't going to watch some movie to better understand the inside jokes in a book. Flashbacks aren't my favourite story device, and I HATED how it was done here. I didn't like the janitor in the brain thing. I didn't like the chapter where the book momentarily turned into a song-fic. I appreciate when books try out different styles, and this was going for a humorous thing where the protagonist was sorta always talking to the reader directly? It... really didn't work for me.
All of the above is subjective; another reader might not mind, or might actually like those things. But then like. Whoo boy. I don't want to get into it, but let's just say. I think the author is probably very nice and well-meaning but OH MAN she sure did pepper in a lot of racist microaggressions that had me gritting my teeth askjhfksjdhfs. See my first paragraph. Add in the multiple instances of fatphobia and a couple of tasteless jokes, and they all just served to tank the quality of what could have been a pretty okay book.
Listened to the audio book as read by Angela Rysk. Once again, I really enjoyed her voice, but this time... idk. Lol I kinda wish she had just spoken in her normal tone of voice. Her voices for Anika and Anika's mother were... something.
2.5 stars. The only reason I'm rounding up instead of down is because I actually really enjoyed these characters and the concept. I mean, the main character is a tall butch blasian basketball player who's going through a midlife crisis. I should have eaten this up! I just... didn't particularly like the story that she was in, and I really didn't like the way in which it was told.
Independent publishing is great because it gives authors the chance to give us books that might not have been published otherwise, but MAN OH MAN, I do wish Eliza Andrews had had someone like an editor to tell her that having a black character self-deprecatingly refer to herself as an ape on multiple occasions is... not a good idea?
(I mean one would hope you don't need an editor for that but ahaha... haha... ha...)
This book didn't work for me/let me down in a variety of ways. 1) It featured cheating, which I never like in romance novels. I knew about the cheating before going in, it actually made me not want to read it, but I liked Anika so much from the first book that I decided to give it a try. Without getting into spoilers... eh. The infidelity wasn't the biggest part of the book and it wasn't done in a way that made any characters hate-able or irredeemable, but I still didn't like it. 2) You spend the majority of the book not knowing who the main character is going to end up with, which again, is just something I myself don't like in romance novels. I prefer if the plot/tension/suspense comes from other stuff. 3) The story is told in a way that I found (I'm so sorry) gimmicky and annoying. I'm not American. I don't know or care who Marty McFly is, and I definitely wasn't going to watch some movie to better understand the inside jokes in a book. Flashbacks aren't my favourite story device, and I HATED how it was done here. I didn't like the janitor in the brain thing. I didn't like the chapter where the book momentarily turned into a song-fic. I appreciate when books try out different styles, and this was going for a humorous thing where the protagonist was sorta always talking to the reader directly? It... really didn't work for me.
All of the above is subjective; another reader might not mind, or might actually like those things. But then like. Whoo boy. I don't want to get into it, but let's just say. I think the author is probably very nice and well-meaning but OH MAN she sure did pepper in a lot of racist microaggressions that had me gritting my teeth askjhfksjdhfs. See my first paragraph. Add in the multiple instances of fatphobia and a couple of tasteless jokes, and they all just served to tank the quality of what could have been a pretty okay book.
Listened to the audio book as read by Angela Rysk. Once again, I really enjoyed her voice, but this time... idk. Lol I kinda wish she had just spoken in her normal tone of voice. Her voices for Anika and Anika's mother were... something.
2.5 stars. The only reason I'm rounding up instead of down is because I actually really enjoyed these characters and the concept. I mean, the main character is a tall butch blasian basketball player who's going through a midlife crisis. I should have eaten this up! I just... didn't particularly like the story that she was in, and I really didn't like the way in which it was told.
January 26, 2018
Andrews rounds out her "Duology" with a story centered around a less central character from her first lesbian romance, _To Have Loved and Lost_. It's well-written, featuring no more than six or seven typos/wordos, and tells an absorbing story that is less sad in most ways than that of her first novel. This one is written in a first person voice that embraces both f-bombs and a wild and wacky sense of humor. Great fun. (And possibly the best part is, for those of you who read my review of the first novel, there's not a "nub" to be found in the entire manuscript!)
Now, I suppose I have to go buy her penned-as-R.A. Marshall "Guardians of the Portal," young adult/fantasy trilogy, while I wait for her latest lesfic novel, _Reverie_, to drop in a week or so. It's always nice to stumble across a good writer!
Now, I suppose I have to go buy her penned-as-R.A. Marshall "Guardians of the Portal," young adult/fantasy trilogy, while I wait for her latest lesfic novel, _Reverie_, to drop in a week or so. It's always nice to stumble across a good writer!
September 7, 2020
I had a difficult time with this one. Huge HUGE pet-peeve is cheaters. I did not have an ounce of sympathy for Anika. She is an almost 40 yr old that still behaves like a child. I’m not a prude but why does she have to drop f-bombs anytime words come out of her mouth. She begs for forgiveness for her royal screwup but when the tables are turned she cuts tied and runs away. I agree with Amy, why should she trust her?
February 12, 2020
It's a surprisingly good story, unexpected, different, unpredictable, but very well written and very good narrated. I liked it just as much as "To Have Loved & Lost" and I'm sure I will buy read any new books written by Eliza Andrews. And if they are narrated by Angela Rysk, all the better.
February 9, 2018
Not-so patiently awaiting Rosemont Duology Book 3!!
I fell in love with To Have Loved & Lost right from the start, and continued that love throughout this installment. Also loved the fact that we got a sneek peak, into Alex's and Graham's lives too.
Remember Anika?
Anika takes us on trips down memory lane, revealing parts of present that's made her who she is in the present moment. As we travel through Anika's story, her past, present and future collide in ways in which she couldn't imagine. Anika as a character kept me well entertained, her thoughts are priceless!! Anika is the type of character who you want to shake at times, mother, and most importantly root for right from the go.
Happy Reading!
I fell in love with To Have Loved & Lost right from the start, and continued that love throughout this installment. Also loved the fact that we got a sneek peak, into Alex's and Graham's lives too.
Remember Anika?
Anika takes us on trips down memory lane, revealing parts of present that's made her who she is in the present moment. As we travel through Anika's story, her past, present and future collide in ways in which she couldn't imagine. Anika as a character kept me well entertained, her thoughts are priceless!! Anika is the type of character who you want to shake at times, mother, and most importantly root for right from the go.
Happy Reading!
March 2, 2018
I loved Anika's character from the first book of the Rosemont Duology, and I am glad that Eliza Andrews decided to give her a story of her own. This is a wonderful story of learning to understand that our lives, just as every day, is something that changes and we change with it. Sometimes it may take us some time to discover who we are, or what we want, but when that time comes if we are open--well, love settles in our heart and makes a home there. Anika's journey hopefully has a very happy ending...I would love to read more about her life after she decides Soul Mountain will be in her heart, along with Amy. This is a very good read, with well developed characters and a story line that will keep your attention. It left me wanting more, as in "May I have some more, please..."
September 1, 2017
So so good
I couldn't begin to love this book more than I do. Anika will forever be one of my favorite fictional characters of all time. I feel somehow we're kindred spirits. It's not absolutely necessary to read the first book for this one to make sense but I don't think you would get as much from it without getting to know Anika, Alex and Graham first. Really though, this book made me laugh out loud several times but it's so real with the nitty gritty life stuff that it also broke my heart a time or two. Read it! I doubt you'll regret it.
I couldn't begin to love this book more than I do. Anika will forever be one of my favorite fictional characters of all time. I feel somehow we're kindred spirits. It's not absolutely necessary to read the first book for this one to make sense but I don't think you would get as much from it without getting to know Anika, Alex and Graham first. Really though, this book made me laugh out loud several times but it's so real with the nitty gritty life stuff that it also broke my heart a time or two. Read it! I doubt you'll regret it.
November 26, 2017
This is a follow up to To Loved & Lost and it is awesome. Anika was the best friend to Alexis Woods and helped her pull it together and find love. Now years later she has made mistakes of her own and is in a no mans land in life and love. Time for her to find her own way home.
Eliza Andrews was one of the first lesbian authors I read and I loved the style. She does not shy away from the heard issues that are common in all relationships annd life. She used humor and every day language to make her character human and relatable. I hope to read more from her in the future.
Eliza Andrews was one of the first lesbian authors I read and I loved the style. She does not shy away from the heard issues that are common in all relationships annd life. She used humor and every day language to make her character human and relatable. I hope to read more from her in the future.
January 16, 2018
A 1st..a story about lesbian midlife crisis
This story took me by surprise. I expected a followup story about Anika, but got treated to a look at "moving on". Moving to the next career, the acceptance of who one really is in their 40s and putting a comfortable past really in the PAST.
If you don't like the f-bomb, which is Anika's favorite word (in all its conjugations), then this isn't for you...but you're going to miss a story reflective of real life. It's not preachy, but funny and thought provoking with characters I've personally ran into... no doubt, you have also. -:)
This story took me by surprise. I expected a followup story about Anika, but got treated to a look at "moving on". Moving to the next career, the acceptance of who one really is in their 40s and putting a comfortable past really in the PAST.
If you don't like the f-bomb, which is Anika's favorite word (in all its conjugations), then this isn't for you...but you're going to miss a story reflective of real life. It's not preachy, but funny and thought provoking with characters I've personally ran into... no doubt, you have also. -:)
August 13, 2017
Enjoyed this book
Enjoyed this book well written, But nearly through it aside ,the beginning kept repeating the same sentences I went back and forwards a few times till I realized it was ment to be like that why? I havnt a clue please don't let what I've said put you off I thoroughly enjoyed reading it .
Enjoyed this book well written, But nearly through it aside ,the beginning kept repeating the same sentences I went back and forwards a few times till I realized it was ment to be like that why? I havnt a clue please don't let what I've said put you off I thoroughly enjoyed reading it .
July 13, 2018
Funny and frustratingly heartbreaking in spots, but not all the time
Anika's story is funny just about all the way through, except when it breaks your heart. Alright, there are a couple of spots where it manages to do both at the same time. In the end, it's really just a fun story.
Anika's story is funny just about all the way through, except when it breaks your heart. Alright, there are a couple of spots where it manages to do both at the same time. In the end, it's really just a fun story.
August 13, 2017
Excellent book.
I really loved Anika takes...... I really enjoyed Anika as the main character. Certainly see the life lessons in the book regarding making mistakes, making decisions, and family obligations. Great book.
I really loved Anika takes...... I really enjoyed Anika as the main character. Certainly see the life lessons in the book regarding making mistakes, making decisions, and family obligations. Great book.
August 31, 2017
I was very lucky to receive a copy of the book free from the Author. I really enjoyed the first one in the series, so was looking forward to reading this. It did not disappoint. It was a great story told with lots of different quirks, I really like the back to the future moments.
September 26, 2017
Exactly what I needed.
Well written. A story that goes back in forth in time that I can follow. Biracial characters that I can relate too. Family relationships that remind me of my own. I read the whole thing I one day.
Well written. A story that goes back in forth in time that I can follow. Biracial characters that I can relate too. Family relationships that remind me of my own. I read the whole thing I one day.
December 9, 2017
Loved it
The author outdid herself. This is a wonderful romance filled with midlife crisis and getting life on track. It has a great romance to keep the reader interested. I cannot wait for more of the author"s works!
The author outdid herself. This is a wonderful romance filled with midlife crisis and getting life on track. It has a great romance to keep the reader interested. I cannot wait for more of the author"s works!
August 10, 2017
I Could Not Put This Book Down
This book was excellent. It was written in such a way that makes you feel connected to the characters. Great read.
This book was excellent. It was written in such a way that makes you feel connected to the characters. Great read.
August 20, 2017
Good story
If you like 80s movies, you'll love this book. This is a very sweet story. You should give it try...
If you like 80s movies, you'll love this book. This is a very sweet story. You should give it try...
August 28, 2017
Great read, good story, and a very promising writer
September 20, 2017
Both books were great!!
I absolutely loved this one. Amy feels like me. I totally fell in love with Ani and wanted to slap Jenny most of the book!!
I absolutely loved this one. Amy feels like me. I totally fell in love with Ani and wanted to slap Jenny most of the book!!
September 22, 2017
👍
I really enjoyed reading this book. It was different than a lot of others i have read and hoped the ending turned out the way it did. The universe listened.
I really enjoyed reading this book. It was different than a lot of others i have read and hoped the ending turned out the way it did. The universe listened.
December 20, 2017
want more
Great sequel. Its got all the ups and downs of a good love story and will have you cracking up.
Great sequel. Its got all the ups and downs of a good love story and will have you cracking up.
July 23, 2018
First off, the title. Wow. I don’t think I’ve ever come across a fic with a title that long…! And I LOVE IT!!! Gotta hand it to Eliza Andrews‘ style, though. Even her title is conversational!!! And then there’s…..
The DeLOREAN?!?!??!?!
Back to the Future??!?!!?!
Marty McFly?!?!?!??!
As a collective character in the book?!?!?!?!?
WHAAA…?!?!?
All of a sudden, me mind immediately unlocked one of me childhood memories labeled, “Back to the Future,” and instantly the DeLorean came screeching out ready to take another spin….to memory lane!! Ahhhh….memories…one of Andrews’ themes! What a bloody INGENIOUS idea to use “BttF“‘s time-travelling concept and turn it into a prominent character in the book! Andrews, you’ve outdone yourself yet! Well done!
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The DeLOREAN?!?!??!?!
Back to the Future??!?!!?!
Marty McFly?!?!?!??!
As a collective character in the book?!?!?!?!?
WHAAA…?!?!?
All of a sudden, me mind immediately unlocked one of me childhood memories labeled, “Back to the Future,” and instantly the DeLorean came screeching out ready to take another spin….to memory lane!! Ahhhh….memories…one of Andrews’ themes! What a bloody INGENIOUS idea to use “BttF“‘s time-travelling concept and turn it into a prominent character in the book! Andrews, you’ve outdone yourself yet! Well done!
Full commentary here...
In Bug's Own Words
August 15, 2018
4.25
I have to say I was really surprised about this one, I didn´t expect much and was blown away.
There were a lot of heartfelt moments and I really liked how these "flashbacks" were built in the story. On a side note I love Back to the Future!
It´s very well written, has a good dose of humour and heart in it.
The interactions between the main characters and in the family were believable.
I will read "To have Loved and Lost" after this one.
I hadn´t heard of Eliza Andrews before but I will be definitly be on the lookout for more from her.
P.S. Stay for the rant from the author after the story ends!
I have to say I was really surprised about this one, I didn´t expect much and was blown away.
There were a lot of heartfelt moments and I really liked how these "flashbacks" were built in the story. On a side note I love Back to the Future!
It´s very well written, has a good dose of humour and heart in it.
The interactions between the main characters and in the family were believable.
I will read "To have Loved and Lost" after this one.
I hadn´t heard of Eliza Andrews before but I will be definitly be on the lookout for more from her.
P.S. Stay for the rant from the author after the story ends!
December 12, 2019
Anika has no problem using profanity and that's how this story rolls. She was profane in "To Have Loved & Lost" and she's profane all the way home. Oh well. She's telling a story and it's interesting to read how Eliza Andrews crafts Nepalese, African American and bi-racial characters. As an older African American lesbian reader I'd like to have a cuppa and talk about who they may be in her life experience. There's a lot in this book. I especially like the women in collegiate and professional sports. It's not easy being tall and traveling in cramped spaces. Well written, good flow, and I was laughing and crying with Anika as she came into her own.
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