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#MyNewLife #2
Pride & Joie
Joie Stevens put all her dreams on hold the day she became a mom. As a natural caretaker, it never bothered her. But now that her son is grown, she has some new goals in sight and nothing is going to get in her way.
Except maybe an attractive football coach. Who very literally gets in her way.
As assistant football coach for the Flinton State University Vikings, Jack Pride really has nothing to complain about. He has a job he loves and friends he enjoys. Certain he had his one true love in his late wife, the last thing on his mind is dating.
Until he runs into a beautiful non-traditional student. Who he very literally runs into.
This second chance romance reminds us love can be better the second time around. And that it’s not just players in the game…
Except maybe an attractive football coach. Who very literally gets in her way.
As assistant football coach for the Flinton State University Vikings, Jack Pride really has nothing to complain about. He has a job he loves and friends he enjoys. Certain he had his one true love in his late wife, the last thing on his mind is dating.
Until he runs into a beautiful non-traditional student. Who he very literally runs into.
This second chance romance reminds us love can be better the second time around. And that it’s not just players in the game…
374 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 22, 2017
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April 21, 2020
Sweet read.
Older more mature couple in 40s.
Hero is a widower, heroine is a single mum.
Not high angst.
Deals with issues of learning to give and take, deal with step relationship and adjusting to a new relationship.
No other woman or man drama.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine.
Three part series.
HEA and epilogue at end of three parts.
Older more mature couple in 40s.
Hero is a widower, heroine is a single mum.
Not high angst.
Deals with issues of learning to give and take, deal with step relationship and adjusting to a new relationship.
No other woman or man drama.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine.
Three part series.
HEA and epilogue at end of three parts.
January 6, 2018
Joie Stevens has dedicated her life to her son. Now her son is grown and in college, and she finally wants to do something for herself. She decides it will be college life for her as well. They end up at the same school, but Joie never believes she'll find someone again. Then she literally runs into someone, who also happens to be her sons football coach.
Jack is a widower of three years, and is finally deciding he wants to try to find someone again. He's thrown for a loop when Joie runs into him one day. He has a very different sense of humor, but they seem to be a good match and he treat Joie great.
I absolutely love this series. It's a fresh change of pace reading about people my own age (dating myself here lol). M.E. Carter writes a wonderful series showing you that life isn't over after 40. You can find love again and change your life. You can put yourself first after so many years of putting everyone else before you, which is what an amazing parent does. I enjoyed the light banter between the pair. There were some obstacles to overcome with Joie's son and Jack being his coach also. I just love reading books that have some real life situations. This was an easy, light read and I can't wait for the next book in this series!
January 16, 2018
http://amzn.to/2DfFLem 4.5 stars
I loved this book!
I loved this book!
February 8, 2018
4.25 Stars! The third book in the #MyNewLife series, Pride and Joie was another great read from M.E. Carter. I laughed so hard a certain points, but I also cried a little, cheered a little, and even cussed a little. Lol.
Summary:
After eighteen years, Joie Stevens is following her dreams. Having been a young wife and mother, Joie put everything she was into raising her boy healthy and right. But now he’s away at college on a scholarship, and she can finally realize her dream of becoming a teacher. It’s great for her, but scary, too. Going back to school in your forties isn’t easy, especially when you follow your son to his chosen campus. Still, Joie is determined not to let anything get in her way. Even a sexy football coach. Jack Pride is right where he wants to be. He has an amazing job, good friends, and got to experience life with his one true love before she passed. Even though it’s been a few years, dating was never on his radar. At least, it wasn’t until he literally ran into the short, beautiful, non-traditional student, more than once. Now dating, and a whole lot more won’t let his mind rest. Will these two learn that love can be even better the second time around?
I wasn’t sure what to make of Joie when we met her in Balance Check, but I knew I wanted to find out. I really, really adored her. Being a single mom, she had strength and determination in spades. She was also funny, smart, loving, caring, and joyful. She was a bit of a control freak, but it didn’t bother me other than to get irritated that she wouldn’t confront Jack about his messiness. I’m a little OCD myself, so I totally understood where she was coming from. I admired her for finally following her dreams after putting her life on hold to raise her son. I imagine it’s daunting to be surrounded by so many younger people all the time, but she handled it comfortably and easily. Jack was indeed a “silver fox.” Lol. I liked that he wasn’t described at perfectly chiseled and charming. Yes he was fit and could exude charm when needed, but he was real, human. The love he obviously held for his late wife was beautiful. I loved how he treated Joie, other than that initial miscommunication, and his willingness to do whatever it took to make her happy (as evidenced by post-its) was swoon-worthy. He was also just a damn good guy and coach. Yes, he needed games won, but he also cared for each of his kids like they were his own. I thought Joie and Jack were perfect together. It wasn’t love at first sight, but it was a relationship with mutual respect, easy banter, and some light sparks. I loved how their relationship progressed, too. Supporting cast added to the humor, but also assisted in supporting the more serious issues as well. We got to see Greg and Elena, and some other characters from books one and two. Overall, I really enjoyed it. I was a bit confused with the parts and finale, but once I figured it out, I was smooth sailing again. I only wish we had gotten an update on how Joie did with school. I guess it’s plausible we’ll see some of this in Greer’s book, but I feel as though it fell by the wayside when it was such a large part of the book. Still, it was a fun read, and I will definitely be checking out Greer’s book next year. ♡
Summary:
After eighteen years, Joie Stevens is following her dreams. Having been a young wife and mother, Joie put everything she was into raising her boy healthy and right. But now he’s away at college on a scholarship, and she can finally realize her dream of becoming a teacher. It’s great for her, but scary, too. Going back to school in your forties isn’t easy, especially when you follow your son to his chosen campus. Still, Joie is determined not to let anything get in her way. Even a sexy football coach. Jack Pride is right where he wants to be. He has an amazing job, good friends, and got to experience life with his one true love before she passed. Even though it’s been a few years, dating was never on his radar. At least, it wasn’t until he literally ran into the short, beautiful, non-traditional student, more than once. Now dating, and a whole lot more won’t let his mind rest. Will these two learn that love can be even better the second time around?
I wasn’t sure what to make of Joie when we met her in Balance Check, but I knew I wanted to find out. I really, really adored her. Being a single mom, she had strength and determination in spades. She was also funny, smart, loving, caring, and joyful. She was a bit of a control freak, but it didn’t bother me other than to get irritated that she wouldn’t confront Jack about his messiness. I’m a little OCD myself, so I totally understood where she was coming from. I admired her for finally following her dreams after putting her life on hold to raise her son. I imagine it’s daunting to be surrounded by so many younger people all the time, but she handled it comfortably and easily. Jack was indeed a “silver fox.” Lol. I liked that he wasn’t described at perfectly chiseled and charming. Yes he was fit and could exude charm when needed, but he was real, human. The love he obviously held for his late wife was beautiful. I loved how he treated Joie, other than that initial miscommunication, and his willingness to do whatever it took to make her happy (as evidenced by post-its) was swoon-worthy. He was also just a damn good guy and coach. Yes, he needed games won, but he also cared for each of his kids like they were his own. I thought Joie and Jack were perfect together. It wasn’t love at first sight, but it was a relationship with mutual respect, easy banter, and some light sparks. I loved how their relationship progressed, too. Supporting cast added to the humor, but also assisted in supporting the more serious issues as well. We got to see Greg and Elena, and some other characters from books one and two. Overall, I really enjoyed it. I was a bit confused with the parts and finale, but once I figured it out, I was smooth sailing again. I only wish we had gotten an update on how Joie did with school. I guess it’s plausible we’ll see some of this in Greer’s book, but I feel as though it fell by the wayside when it was such a large part of the book. Still, it was a fun read, and I will definitely be checking out Greer’s book next year. ♡
August 8, 2018
Pride and Joie
I love everything about this story! As an older reader it is so refreshing to know that not every romance story has to be for people in their 20s. ME Carter wrote an amazing story with perfectly imperfect characters that I want to be best friends with! Five huge stars!
I love everything about this story! As an older reader it is so refreshing to know that not every romance story has to be for people in their 20s. ME Carter wrote an amazing story with perfectly imperfect characters that I want to be best friends with! Five huge stars!
February 1, 2018
Lovely
I just really enjoyed this story - I think it was because it had an older couple (40's). It tackled some interesting topics and in very realistic ways. I loved Jack and Joie and how they interacted. All in all this is a story I will come back to again.
I just really enjoyed this story - I think it was because it had an older couple (40's). It tackled some interesting topics and in very realistic ways. I loved Jack and Joie and how they interacted. All in all this is a story I will come back to again.
March 25, 2018
Enjoyable!
This book was an enjoyable easy read. I loved the quirky humor of both Jack and Joie. I also loved that the characters were older with relatable issues. This was my first M.E. Carter book and I will definitely be checking out her other books.
This book was an enjoyable easy read. I loved the quirky humor of both Jack and Joie. I also loved that the characters were older with relatable issues. This was my first M.E. Carter book and I will definitely be checking out her other books.
December 28, 2017
great read about a older couple getting a once upon a lifetime love... there in no hurry and super happy!!!
January 10, 2018
#mynewlife
This book is more than wow.... it’s amazing. I didn’t want to put it down. M.E. Carter is amazing and has become one of my favorite authors.
This book is more than wow.... it’s amazing. I didn’t want to put it down. M.E. Carter is amazing and has become one of my favorite authors.
November 11, 2018
**3.5 Stars**
I really liked this book. I read the first duet with Elena and Greg a long time ago and, in fact, didn't even realize that this was part of the same world until I finished it so that was a nice surprise.
I love that M.E. Carter writes books with "older" characters (sidenote: I use older loosely. I don't think 40 is actually old.) It's a nice change of pace from the 20-30 somethings I primarily read about. That being said, I usually don't pick up those books because they're usually either a) really matronly sounding or b) always set in an office environment with a billionaire CEO. (Seriously, why the office?) I like the unique world she creates for her "older" characters and the way they come off as very realistic. The pacing of this story was great and the overall content was really interesting. I liked the development of Joie and Jack's relationship and I liked that they didn't have some ridiculous angsty moment. They had the usual fights that often occur between adults.
Here's what I didn't like. Joie actually annoyed me. I felt like she was a strong woman, but she had serious issues with voicing her annoyances with Jack. Seriously, tell him to pick up his damn shoes. Not to mention she was a little too much of a control freak for my taste. I'll be honest, it got to be a smidge annoying. She's not a horrible character and I do like her, just not entirely.
Next on the negative: the editing. There were so many errors which really surprised me. I'm not reading an ARC or even an e-book. This is an actual published physical book and there were still a good amount of errors: additional words, wrong words, wrong endings on words. It drove me crazy.
Last thing on my list, and totally a personal preference, is the overuse of GIGGLING. I hate that women giggle and men can laugh in books. Why?! I feel like unless it's used for a child the term "giggling" should be banned from all books. All I picture as soon as the phrase "she giggled" or "I giggled" is written is a grown woman demurely laughing with her head tucked onto her shoulder looking up shyly. LIKE WHAT A CHILD WOULD DO when they're being shy. It has a certain immature element that just really drives me crazy. Again, personal preference so not a reflection on the book itself.
Overall, sure I'd recommend this book if this was a genre someone was looking for. It was entertaining and I finished it very quickly. I am going to leave this review with one quote from the book because it still is making me laugh and I read it hours ago:
Ladies don't fart, they whisper in their panties.
I really liked this book. I read the first duet with Elena and Greg a long time ago and, in fact, didn't even realize that this was part of the same world until I finished it so that was a nice surprise.
I love that M.E. Carter writes books with "older" characters (sidenote: I use older loosely. I don't think 40 is actually old.) It's a nice change of pace from the 20-30 somethings I primarily read about. That being said, I usually don't pick up those books because they're usually either a) really matronly sounding or b) always set in an office environment with a billionaire CEO. (Seriously, why the office?) I like the unique world she creates for her "older" characters and the way they come off as very realistic. The pacing of this story was great and the overall content was really interesting. I liked the development of Joie and Jack's relationship and I liked that they didn't have some ridiculous angsty moment. They had the usual fights that often occur between adults.
Here's what I didn't like. Joie actually annoyed me. I felt like she was a strong woman, but she had serious issues with voicing her annoyances with Jack. Seriously, tell him to pick up his damn shoes. Not to mention she was a little too much of a control freak for my taste. I'll be honest, it got to be a smidge annoying. She's not a horrible character and I do like her, just not entirely.
Next on the negative: the editing. There were so many errors which really surprised me. I'm not reading an ARC or even an e-book. This is an actual published physical book and there were still a good amount of errors: additional words, wrong words, wrong endings on words. It drove me crazy.
Last thing on my list, and totally a personal preference, is the overuse of GIGGLING. I hate that women giggle and men can laugh in books. Why?! I feel like unless it's used for a child the term "giggling" should be banned from all books. All I picture as soon as the phrase "she giggled" or "I giggled" is written is a grown woman demurely laughing with her head tucked onto her shoulder looking up shyly. LIKE WHAT A CHILD WOULD DO when they're being shy. It has a certain immature element that just really drives me crazy. Again, personal preference so not a reflection on the book itself.
Overall, sure I'd recommend this book if this was a genre someone was looking for. It was entertaining and I finished it very quickly. I am going to leave this review with one quote from the book because it still is making me laugh and I read it hours ago:
Ladies don't fart, they whisper in their panties.
December 22, 2017
I've read several stories by M.E. Carter, some I've liked a lot, some I've had a harder time with mostly due to some hard button issues that I have that are included in those particular stories (such as cheating).
This book is, I think, my favorite of the ones written by this author. Along with the excellent writing, character development, and engaging story line I've come to expect from her, this story included characters that were easy to relate to and very realistic. It is broken up into three parts, but the different parts flow well from one to another.
Joie is a single mother of a college age son, that has decided to finally pursue her dreams of becoming a school teacher and has gone back to college herself. She has been alone since her son was very young, and isn't really looking for any type of relationship at this point. Her focus is on reaching her goals, now that she is able to concentrate on herself. But love finds you when you least expect it, right? On her first day of college, she (literally) runs into her son's football coach.
Joie is amazing! She is so happy and upbeat, so willing to look at the bright side of everything. She knows who she is, what she wants, and is willing to do what it takes to get it. She is a strong woman on her own, and she knows it.
Jack, on the other hand, is a widower, who loved his wife with everything he had. But its been three years, and he makes a decision that he'd like to move forward with his life, whatever that may mean. When he met Joie, she threw him for a loop! But he is great with her, treats her like a queen.
This book was a great read, and I loved reading about a more mature couple. I enjoyed reading about not only the beginning of their relationship, but also the growing pains of incorporating two established lives together. I would definitely recommend this book to someone who enjoys sports romance, or a romance with a more mature couple (early 40s).
This book is, I think, my favorite of the ones written by this author. Along with the excellent writing, character development, and engaging story line I've come to expect from her, this story included characters that were easy to relate to and very realistic. It is broken up into three parts, but the different parts flow well from one to another.
Joie is a single mother of a college age son, that has decided to finally pursue her dreams of becoming a school teacher and has gone back to college herself. She has been alone since her son was very young, and isn't really looking for any type of relationship at this point. Her focus is on reaching her goals, now that she is able to concentrate on herself. But love finds you when you least expect it, right? On her first day of college, she (literally) runs into her son's football coach.
Joie is amazing! She is so happy and upbeat, so willing to look at the bright side of everything. She knows who she is, what she wants, and is willing to do what it takes to get it. She is a strong woman on her own, and she knows it.
Jack, on the other hand, is a widower, who loved his wife with everything he had. But its been three years, and he makes a decision that he'd like to move forward with his life, whatever that may mean. When he met Joie, she threw him for a loop! But he is great with her, treats her like a queen.
This book was a great read, and I loved reading about a more mature couple. I enjoyed reading about not only the beginning of their relationship, but also the growing pains of incorporating two established lives together. I would definitely recommend this book to someone who enjoys sports romance, or a romance with a more mature couple (early 40s).
December 30, 2017
I was slow on the uptake realizating this is part #My New Life series but it's no biggie. Pride and Joie is probably a continuation on the older characters theme and starting again. This time it's centered on a single mom Joie Stevens, Greg's sister, who is back at school after many years. She dedicated many years to her son now that he's older and left the house she starts a new phase in life.
Her son Isaac is in the same school and by chance she meets one of coaches Jack Pride. Their story is just part of the serials. Grown up relationships are the focus here, Jack and Joie didn't expect to find love again after all the time. Much less by chance. It's new for everyone involved including Isaac.
It's trial and error for Isaac and Jack to see how they work outside of coach and player. Which is interesting to see. It took time but mutual respect and understanding goes a lot way. Outside of that Jack and Joie getting serious. They also navigate the ups and downs of the adult variety. It takes a long road for the three of them but they get there.
We get to see familiar faces like Greg and Elena as well. As the title of the series goes never to late to start again. A good nod to the one's who took a different path but now try another. The stories here intertwine to form a whole one. I liked the way it was split into three to make more cohesion.
M.E. Carter does a good job with TV the theme and has a feel good story with the right mix of conflict and angst.
*** ARC Providrd for an honest review ***
Her son Isaac is in the same school and by chance she meets one of coaches Jack Pride. Their story is just part of the serials. Grown up relationships are the focus here, Jack and Joie didn't expect to find love again after all the time. Much less by chance. It's new for everyone involved including Isaac.
It's trial and error for Isaac and Jack to see how they work outside of coach and player. Which is interesting to see. It took time but mutual respect and understanding goes a lot way. Outside of that Jack and Joie getting serious. They also navigate the ups and downs of the adult variety. It takes a long road for the three of them but they get there.
We get to see familiar faces like Greg and Elena as well. As the title of the series goes never to late to start again. A good nod to the one's who took a different path but now try another. The stories here intertwine to form a whole one. I liked the way it was split into three to make more cohesion.
M.E. Carter does a good job with TV the theme and has a feel good story with the right mix of conflict and angst.
*** ARC Providrd for an honest review ***
September 10, 2021
It was ok.
Main problem for me is that apparently the culture of college football (or football in Texas?) is just really toxic and gross to read. A lot of yelling, threatening to beat people, calling the players "pansies", "pussies", or "ladies" as a put down. Just really gross stuff.
I especially hated how the one character then says he's not really a bigot, he just likes to say things to rile people up. So, he's an asshole then? But it's supposed to be ok because the female lead thinks he's funny despite the sexist and racist jokes he just made. Really got a vibe of how the author wanted us to know that she thinks people should lighten up and it's ok to make jokes like this. Sigh.
Main character by the way is "Hispanic" but adopted by white parents, and has nothing nice to say about her birth parents and we only know she's not white because of a few comments about her skin color and two jokes about her cooking (or not cooking) empanadas and tacos. Basically, a really cringey example of a white author writing a character of color.
Another problem for me was that it's not a novel, it's two novellas. I'm not a fan of novellas and didn't realize that's what this is. So the story feels like it ends quickly but that's because that's the end of novella one. Then there's conflict manufactured just to have novella 2. So putting them together as one book just feels weird.
So I guess I'm hit or miss with Carter. I did really like the ones before this one. And have read 2 others I liked of hers. Maybe I should just avoid her sports ones.
Main problem for me is that apparently the culture of college football (or football in Texas?) is just really toxic and gross to read. A lot of yelling, threatening to beat people, calling the players "pansies", "pussies", or "ladies" as a put down. Just really gross stuff.
I especially hated how the one character then says he's not really a bigot, he just likes to say things to rile people up. So, he's an asshole then? But it's supposed to be ok because the female lead thinks he's funny despite the sexist and racist jokes he just made. Really got a vibe of how the author wanted us to know that she thinks people should lighten up and it's ok to make jokes like this. Sigh.
Main character by the way is "Hispanic" but adopted by white parents, and has nothing nice to say about her birth parents and we only know she's not white because of a few comments about her skin color and two jokes about her cooking (or not cooking) empanadas and tacos. Basically, a really cringey example of a white author writing a character of color.
Another problem for me was that it's not a novel, it's two novellas. I'm not a fan of novellas and didn't realize that's what this is. So the story feels like it ends quickly but that's because that's the end of novella one. Then there's conflict manufactured just to have novella 2. So putting them together as one book just feels weird.
So I guess I'm hit or miss with Carter. I did really like the ones before this one. And have read 2 others I liked of hers. Maybe I should just avoid her sports ones.
December 29, 2017
I really enjoyed this book, it had the right amount of sweet, fun, crazy, angst and drama and I loved every minute of it.
What I love about this series is that M.E. Carter has a different speed for each book, I loved how this one was slowly unfolding. I really enjoy these stories of women in their 30s and 40s and how M.E. Carter gives women of all ages, background, and shapes stories that are relatable.
Joie is a 40- something mother who is going back to college after have sacrificed school the first time to raise her son. And here she meets the school's football coach, Jack Pride. Who by the way is awesome as hell.
The book is truly inspiring, it is sorta a second chance kind of book, not with a man per se, but with life, giving yourself a second chance to become who you really are again and not the label "mom".
I really liked seeing Joie transition from the role of mom into being a woman again, putting herself first, even though as a mom she technically doesn't do that since she would drop anything to be there for her kid, but trying to herself first for the first time in a long time with her school, her dating life etc.
The book is really what I needed, it had soft, light and witty moments amongst, laughing out loud, crazy antics and angst drama moments. I can't wait to see what's in store next from this author.
What I love about this series is that M.E. Carter has a different speed for each book, I loved how this one was slowly unfolding. I really enjoy these stories of women in their 30s and 40s and how M.E. Carter gives women of all ages, background, and shapes stories that are relatable.
Joie is a 40- something mother who is going back to college after have sacrificed school the first time to raise her son. And here she meets the school's football coach, Jack Pride. Who by the way is awesome as hell.
The book is truly inspiring, it is sorta a second chance kind of book, not with a man per se, but with life, giving yourself a second chance to become who you really are again and not the label "mom".
I really liked seeing Joie transition from the role of mom into being a woman again, putting herself first, even though as a mom she technically doesn't do that since she would drop anything to be there for her kid, but trying to herself first for the first time in a long time with her school, her dating life etc.
The book is really what I needed, it had soft, light and witty moments amongst, laughing out loud, crazy antics and angst drama moments. I can't wait to see what's in store next from this author.
December 22, 2017
M.E. Carter is truly nailing this romantic comedy genre. This complete novella series is no exception. Pride and Joie is a second chance romance with sweet swoony moments, lots of humor, a hint of lust, and a healthy amount of tension and angst. Joie is going back to college in her 40's to pursue her dreams after successfully raising her son and getting him out of the house. Just when she's ready to finally make herself a priority, she meets Jack Pride, a handsome football coach on campus. Their dating ebbs and flows with the perfect authentic feel and it was refreshing to read slightly older, more relatable characters. The real life obstacles they encounter as they merge their worlds were described by Carter spot on. I love her writing style and her humor never disappoints. These characters were developed flawlessly and the nuances of dating later in life give every early forties single person out there some hope. The ending was fantastic. Get this book! It will not disappoint.
December 15, 2017
I loved the release of one part at a time for this series. I really enjoyed getting to know Joie and Jack in the series - I thought their characters were well developed and realistic. I have to admit, I thought the 2nd part of the series was a little "slower" than the first so I was excited for the 3rd part. And boy, oh boy, the 3rd part did not disappoint. The 3rd part really brought Joie & Jack's story together & I loved the ending with Isaac.
M.E. Carter truly has a gift in writing but especially with romantic comedy. The banter between Jack and Joie (and Hank!!) is usually light, sarcastic, witty, and fun. But Carter also knows how to walk the line between romance and seriousness and witty, lightness and she does it so well. I look forward to more stories in the My New Life Series!
M.E. Carter truly has a gift in writing but especially with romantic comedy. The banter between Jack and Joie (and Hank!!) is usually light, sarcastic, witty, and fun. But Carter also knows how to walk the line between romance and seriousness and witty, lightness and she does it so well. I look forward to more stories in the My New Life Series!
December 22, 2017
I really liked this book. I love different speed of the #mynewlife series and this is another great addition! Joie is a single mom that returns to college after raising her son. While chasing her dreams of becoming a teacher, she runs into Jack Pride, a football coach at the University she's attending. I enjoyed watching their relationship bloom and the two characters have to adjust to sharing life and space and time with each other. I really enjoy Carter's sass and humor in all of her books and this one is full of all of the things I love about the author. I really hope we get a glimpse of Joie's son's Isaac's story sometime!
This book was soft and sweet and exactly what I needed to get out of the book rut I was in. I love the way Carter writes a book. It's realistic and captivating.
This book was soft and sweet and exactly what I needed to get out of the book rut I was in. I love the way Carter writes a book. It's realistic and captivating.
December 22, 2017
Carter has done it again. Another book in the My New Life series.
It is so refreshing to read a book that is so relatable and just real life.
This story is the perfect story of 2 older characters who fall in love. Real love.
We all know that dating in your 20s is completely different than dating in your 40s.
Joie and Jack show us that it can be done and it can be enjoyable.
This second chance rom-com is perfect for a sweet and "real" storyline.
Everyone should dive into this story and devour the words.
Not gonna lie, Jack is a super delish book boyfriend. I'm still swooning.
Now, go download it!!
Mel
Kel & Mel Tell Book Blog
It is so refreshing to read a book that is so relatable and just real life.
This story is the perfect story of 2 older characters who fall in love. Real love.
We all know that dating in your 20s is completely different than dating in your 40s.
Joie and Jack show us that it can be done and it can be enjoyable.
This second chance rom-com is perfect for a sweet and "real" storyline.
Everyone should dive into this story and devour the words.
Not gonna lie, Jack is a super delish book boyfriend. I'm still swooning.
Now, go download it!!
Mel
Kel & Mel Tell Book Blog
July 2, 2018
Life is definately not over at 40
Series by ME Carter. Here we are reintroduced to Joie Stevens, Greg’s (Getting a Grip and Balance Check) sister. She’s a forty-something, well organized, mother who has gone back to school at Flinton State, where through a series or rather embarrassing mishaps she meets Jack Pride, assistant coach to the football team.
I really enjoyed this book and am thrilled to see this series continue. Let’s face it, life isn’t over after forty. I cant wait to see what’s in store for Greer.
Series by ME Carter. Here we are reintroduced to Joie Stevens, Greg’s (Getting a Grip and Balance Check) sister. She’s a forty-something, well organized, mother who has gone back to school at Flinton State, where through a series or rather embarrassing mishaps she meets Jack Pride, assistant coach to the football team.
I really enjoyed this book and am thrilled to see this series continue. Let’s face it, life isn’t over after forty. I cant wait to see what’s in store for Greer.
December 22, 2017
Pride & Joie was a wonderful second chance romance with a bit of angst. There was just the right amount of drama to keep you guessing about the future of Coach Jack Pride and Joie Stevens. Carter has a way of mixing the right amounts of serious, sweet, and funny. She always writes the most relatable characters.This is definitely a Rom-Com and a great addition to the first two books in the #MyNewLife series. The banter back and forth between the characters had me with tears in my eyes from laughing so hard.
December 14, 2017
M.E. Carter never fails to impress me with the realism in her stories and Pride & Joie is the epitome of her talents. This book tells the story of two every day, non-sugar coated, un-perfect people that have had real life experiences. They have come together under awkward circumstances (who hasn’t?) and met challenge after challenge together. This is a very endearing story that will make you laugh out loud a lot, and may make you tear up a bit, but it is so worth it!
December 23, 2017
If you’re looking for a rom-com that feels more like real life, look no further! Joie and Jack are the “realest” characters I’ve read in a very long time. M.E. Carter has brilliantly written this second chance romance and it’s full of mishaps, missteps, misunderstandings and swoon worthy makeups. It’s refreshing to read characters who have life experiences guiding their way through the ups and downs of a relationship.
December 23, 2017
Silver fox alert!! I feel like I've been missing out on a whole lot of guys that are older in books, you know like the guys I should be dating and not wishing I was 21 again. And if you know any goods ones send them my way, books or real life ;)
I adore short stories like these and if you need not 1 but 3 HEA's with the same people then you need to check out this short series now! And big standing ovation to Carter writing about dating when you are older. You, ma'am, are my hero.
I adore short stories like these and if you need not 1 but 3 HEA's with the same people then you need to check out this short series now! And big standing ovation to Carter writing about dating when you are older. You, ma'am, are my hero.
January 30, 2018
Safety
January 19, 2020
Romance a plenty
An easy, romantic read with a bit of real life feelings thrown in for good measure. A little bit of "Oh my gosh, that's my life", and a little bit of "oh my gosh, I wish that was my life", makes for a fun with feelings read. Not enough angst to activate even the smallest hives, which is nice. I cant speak for everyone but I love a predictable HEA that gives you heart eyes and makes you smile big. This book delivered in spades!
An easy, romantic read with a bit of real life feelings thrown in for good measure. A little bit of "Oh my gosh, that's my life", and a little bit of "oh my gosh, I wish that was my life", makes for a fun with feelings read. Not enough angst to activate even the smallest hives, which is nice. I cant speak for everyone but I love a predictable HEA that gives you heart eyes and makes you smile big. This book delivered in spades!
December 22, 2017
At first I was a little hesitant with the book, but as I read the story and the characters, I connected with them.. this author has a simple way with words that envelops you and it won’t let you go until the very end! It was refreshing to read about older characters starting over and challenging themselves!
July 31, 2021
Method: ebook
Rating: 4/5 stars
H rating: 4.5/5 - Jake
h rating: 4.5/5 - Joie
Drama: 2/5
Thoughts: Older couple, cute, sweet, good read.
January 2, 2018
Touchdown!!
Love this book for many reasons. The characters, love that they were older and I could relate to them. Also, the author captured me from the very first chapter to the last with her writing. Looking forward to reading more books by M.E!
Love this book for many reasons. The characters, love that they were older and I could relate to them. Also, the author captured me from the very first chapter to the last with her writing. Looking forward to reading more books by M.E!
October 21, 2019
Excellent
This is a well written romantic comedy. The characters were great. It was nice they were a bit older. The story did drag a bit.
This is a well written romantic comedy. The characters were great. It was nice they were a bit older. The story did drag a bit.
August 11, 2022
I almost preferred this one to the previous one... there seemed to be more to get involved with. I would've liked to have known more about Brian... weirdly. And I wonder what happened to Mia?
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