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Bad Widow
Being widowed at only forty-four years old is the worst thing that has ever happened to Alison. She knows her life should be falling apart, so why is everything suddenly falling into place? Within a few months her bank account is full, her career has taken off, and she’s gotten into fabulous shape. What will everyone think?
When her handsome ex-boyfriend resurfaces and only has eyes for her, Alison fears falling for him will only solidify her status as the worst widow ever.
It takes a year of personal growth, support from old friends, the patience of a good man, and a lot of running before Alison finally discovers that being a widow—good or bad—does not define her, and there is no right or wrong way to grieve when you’ve lost someone you love.
When her handsome ex-boyfriend resurfaces and only has eyes for her, Alison fears falling for him will only solidify her status as the worst widow ever.
It takes a year of personal growth, support from old friends, the patience of a good man, and a lot of running before Alison finally discovers that being a widow—good or bad—does not define her, and there is no right or wrong way to grieve when you’ve lost someone you love.
274 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 25, 2018
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March 12, 2018
I enjoyed reading Bad Widow very much. Since it’s outside the genres I normally gravitate toward, I was stretched here and there, but the story of Alison’s journey through grief after loss felt very genuine, and I found her to be an engaging protagonist.
I also appreciate the author’s choice to tell the story in 1st person present; this brought me into the middle of it all, and helped draw me in, giving me the sense that I was right there with her, going through each turn in the moment.
As in all novels, some scenes and chapters are stronger than others, but I have to say that the final chapter of Bad Widow was a huge payoff for me. No spoilers included, but suffice it to say that this is a book with a deeply moving, emotional finish. I haven’t lost a spouse, but I’ve lost a father, a brother, extended family, and several close friends; the final chapter of Bad Widow connected me again to the multitudes of emotions that spring up over time from losing someone you love, and on some level, it brought a measure of healing and gratitude that I was unaware I still needed. I don’t often cry at the close of a book, but I admit it happened today, and I’m okay with that.
I also appreciate the author’s choice to tell the story in 1st person present; this brought me into the middle of it all, and helped draw me in, giving me the sense that I was right there with her, going through each turn in the moment.
As in all novels, some scenes and chapters are stronger than others, but I have to say that the final chapter of Bad Widow was a huge payoff for me. No spoilers included, but suffice it to say that this is a book with a deeply moving, emotional finish. I haven’t lost a spouse, but I’ve lost a father, a brother, extended family, and several close friends; the final chapter of Bad Widow connected me again to the multitudes of emotions that spring up over time from losing someone you love, and on some level, it brought a measure of healing and gratitude that I was unaware I still needed. I don’t often cry at the close of a book, but I admit it happened today, and I’m okay with that.
March 11, 2018
I fell in love with the characters in this book! What a great read!
February 9, 2018
Bad Widow is one of the best books I've read in a while. It is very written and the story line is interesting and touching. I highly recommend it.
March 3, 2018
This book was a quick, and easy read...at times I felt like I was reading a journal of a grieving woman. I LOVED this book because it gives you an insight into the soul of a woman. It is so real, the emotions that the character, Alison goes through. The intensity of feelings and thoughts were so well described, it really seemed personable and you could truly understand what goes on in a widows mind.
In this story, Alison battles between the feelings of grief and guilt... I really enjoyed this book because it is about HER and not because of her kids, or romance. From the beginning to the end, it was a light and positive - in a different way - read. Excelled job, Jennifer!
In this story, Alison battles between the feelings of grief and guilt... I really enjoyed this book because it is about HER and not because of her kids, or romance. From the beginning to the end, it was a light and positive - in a different way - read. Excelled job, Jennifer!
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