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Zelda Diaries #7
A Marvelous Monday
Scott and Zelda return to Kentucky but little does she know, her hairy hunk has been making plans.
Come to Kentucky for the finale of the Zelda files and read the last entry into her diaries. Enjoy the love, and share the laughs as we head into a Marvelous Monday.
Come to Kentucky for the finale of the Zelda files and read the last entry into her diaries. Enjoy the love, and share the laughs as we head into a Marvelous Monday.
106 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 12, 2018
About the author
Olivia Gaines
136 books358 followersOlivia is a USA Today Best Selling, Emma Award and multiple award-winning author who loves a good laugh coupled with some steam, mixed in with a man and woman finding their way past the words of "I love you." An author of contemporary romances, she writes heartwarming stories of blossoming relationships filled with heart and humor. The Technicians, The Blakemore Files, and the Modern Mail Order Brides, are one clicks for thousands of readers.
When Olivia is not writing, she enjoys quilting, playing Scrabble online against other word lovers and spending time with her family. She is an avid world traveler who writes many of the locations into her stories. Most of the time she can be found sitting quietly with pen and paper plotting more adventures in love.
Olivia lives in Hephzibah, Georgia with her husband, son, grandson and snotty evil cat, Katness Evermean.
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When Olivia is not writing, she enjoys quilting, playing Scrabble online against other word lovers and spending time with her family. She is an avid world traveler who writes many of the locations into her stories. Most of the time she can be found sitting quietly with pen and paper plotting more adventures in love.
Olivia lives in Hephzibah, Georgia with her husband, son, grandson and snotty evil cat, Katness Evermean.
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July 31, 2022
This book had me literally laughing out loud. This is definitely a series that need to be read in order. I highly recommend this series. I even wish there was MORE!!! Great job!!!!
March 31, 2019
Marvelous Monday for sure!
I should have read about Zelda's fricking Friday first so that the characters and circumstances I encountered in this book would have been more established in my head. I loved this story from the first laugh and I kept right on laughing to the very end. There was country talking, acting and living and there was some of what we have all had a taste of which is trash talking about people without allowing ourselves to truly get to know them first. Ms Gaines you can write stories for me anytime. My jaws are still aching from laughing so hard and I am sure my neighbors think something is wrong with me laughing so hard and out loud too. My endorphins are high and I am living the saying that laughter is good for the soul! Everyone should read this and all of your books Ms Gaines. Thank you!!!!!
I should have read about Zelda's fricking Friday first so that the characters and circumstances I encountered in this book would have been more established in my head. I loved this story from the first laugh and I kept right on laughing to the very end. There was country talking, acting and living and there was some of what we have all had a taste of which is trash talking about people without allowing ourselves to truly get to know them first. Ms Gaines you can write stories for me anytime. My jaws are still aching from laughing so hard and I am sure my neighbors think something is wrong with me laughing so hard and out loud too. My endorphins are high and I am living the saying that laughter is good for the soul! Everyone should read this and all of your books Ms Gaines. Thank you!!!!!
February 8, 2023
This series was my first experience with Olivia Gaines, and it will not be my last. I enjoyed the creative style of her romance novels. Although the series is a continuation of one central story which could have been incorporated into one book versus seven novellas, I actually enjoyed the novellas. Each book seemed like a different entry into a diary, which flowed with the title.
Additionally, Ms. Gaines brings uniqueness to her characters. The Hero is not the typical "hunk" perfectly put together protagonist. The stories add some sensitive subject matters which Ms. Gaines navigates the waters clearly and the humor makes it real life. The descriptive words leave a clear visual in the mind of this reader.
I have already recommended this book to several of my reader friends, and I will look for a non-series book by Ms. Gaines to get a feel for her other romance novels.
Additionally, Ms. Gaines brings uniqueness to her characters. The Hero is not the typical "hunk" perfectly put together protagonist. The stories add some sensitive subject matters which Ms. Gaines navigates the waters clearly and the humor makes it real life. The descriptive words leave a clear visual in the mind of this reader.
I have already recommended this book to several of my reader friends, and I will look for a non-series book by Ms. Gaines to get a feel for her other romance novels.
August 15, 2018
A. Very Good and Sensual Interracial Romantic Comedy
A Marvelous Monday (The Zelda Diaries Book 7) is a very good and sensual interracial romantic comedy that earned a rating of four stars. Scott and Zelda finally stepped up to their happy ever after in this final installment of the Zelda Diaries. This episode is just as good and hilarious as the other books and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I would recommend it to everyone who enjoys reading very good romantic comedies.
A Marvelous Monday (The Zelda Diaries Book 7) is a very good and sensual interracial romantic comedy that earned a rating of four stars. Scott and Zelda finally stepped up to their happy ever after in this final installment of the Zelda Diaries. This episode is just as good and hilarious as the other books and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I would recommend it to everyone who enjoys reading very good romantic comedies.
August 20, 2018
Love from the inside out!
Olivia Gaines has done it again! With her down home quirkiness and scintillating sense of humor, she’s given life to the Bergers and Fitzsimmons, making The Zelda Diaries a must read series.
From the beginning to the finale, it has been a joy to watch the relationship of Scott and Zelda develop into true love and romance. With all the cast of characters, The Zelda Diaries
Olivia Gaines has done it again! With her down home quirkiness and scintillating sense of humor, she’s given life to the Bergers and Fitzsimmons, making The Zelda Diaries a must read series.
From the beginning to the finale, it has been a joy to watch the relationship of Scott and Zelda develop into true love and romance. With all the cast of characters, The Zelda Diaries
August 14, 2018
A beautiful ending to another great series by Olivia Gaines. I will miss the gut busting laughs brought on by the characters of this series I will even miss Grandma Lula. If you haven't started the series please do. Just be fore warned that if you read it in public you will be laughing out loud unable to control yourself.
August 17, 2018
Laugh out loud funny
I felt like I was in the room seeing everything first-hand with the characters so funny and excellently written, once you pick the book up you won't want to put it down until it's done a phenomenal series . I can't wait to see what comes next I'd love to see the kids all grown-up and in charge LOL
I felt like I was in the room seeing everything first-hand with the characters so funny and excellently written, once you pick the book up you won't want to put it down until it's done a phenomenal series . I can't wait to see what comes next I'd love to see the kids all grown-up and in charge LOL
September 18, 2018
She did it AGAIN
This installment was bittersweet. I have enjoyed each segment. The grandmother left alot to be desired initially, although she was funny af...lol. You truly cannot judge a book by its cover...This was a book of mismatched perfect couples. Another enjoyable read......
This installment was bittersweet. I have enjoyed each segment. The grandmother left alot to be desired initially, although she was funny af...lol. You truly cannot judge a book by its cover...This was a book of mismatched perfect couples. Another enjoyable read......
February 12, 2023
A wonderful ending to an excellent series.
I enjoyed reading this series immensely. The characters were unique and interesting to get to know. There were plenty of times they had me laughing, or in tears. The slow build of the couples' relationships was compelling and a bit addictive. I listened to one book right after the other. A very addictive series that I heartily recommend.
I enjoyed reading this series immensely. The characters were unique and interesting to get to know. There were plenty of times they had me laughing, or in tears. The slow build of the couples' relationships was compelling and a bit addictive. I listened to one book right after the other. A very addictive series that I heartily recommend.
August 23, 2018
A Fantastic ending
I have truly enjoyed Scott and Zelda's journey to love, healing and acceptance. All of the family members and friends added to the discovery and evolution of who is beautiful. Love makes everything beautiful.
I have truly enjoyed Scott and Zelda's journey to love, healing and acceptance. All of the family members and friends added to the discovery and evolution of who is beautiful. Love makes everything beautiful.
August 25, 2018
4.5 For Scott and Zelda and all the Kinfolk
Enjoyable from start to finish. They got through the tough parts of the early part Of their journey with only more spectacular adventures on the horizon. Their story and all the laughs and tears are going in my re-read folder.
Enjoyable from start to finish. They got through the tough parts of the early part Of their journey with only more spectacular adventures on the horizon. Their story and all the laughs and tears are going in my re-read folder.
September 1, 2018
Sad to see the end.
I will miss this series. It was highly entertaining.
I wish the last book was longer. It almost felt like the author ran out of steam in the story. I still liked it overall.
I will miss this series. It was highly entertaining.
I wish the last book was longer. It almost felt like the author ran out of steam in the story. I still liked it overall.
September 1, 2018
Love the theme and characters-bad editing!
Of course, we like Zelda and Scott, but the simple mistakes,like "Mrs. and Mrs. Scott Berger!" How was that missed during the editing process? Too many detracted from the great story.
Of course, we like Zelda and Scott, but the simple mistakes,like "Mrs. and Mrs. Scott Berger!" How was that missed during the editing process? Too many detracted from the great story.
September 19, 2018
Good Read
I love this series. The final installment of the Zelda Diaries did not fail in making me laugh. I came to expect humor from this series and this book really had me laughing. It's a great ending to a great series.
I love this series. The final installment of the Zelda Diaries did not fail in making me laugh. I came to expect humor from this series and this book really had me laughing. It's a great ending to a great series.
June 9, 2026
Another winner!
I enjoyed every step, and 7 books, of Zelda and Scott's journey of love and growth. Actually, I enjoy every book that Olivia Gaines writes. The love, humor, loyalty, pain and sass keeps me coming back and I'm never disappointed.
I enjoyed every step, and 7 books, of Zelda and Scott's journey of love and growth. Actually, I enjoy every book that Olivia Gaines writes. The love, humor, loyalty, pain and sass keeps me coming back and I'm never disappointed.
August 14, 2018
Hilarious
Zelda and Scott great close to a great story. Sorry to see the Berger family go. All of the family made an appearance. So make sure you read this story.
Zelda and Scott great close to a great story. Sorry to see the Berger family go. All of the family made an appearance. So make sure you read this story.
August 17, 2018
ETA Monday
Scott and Zelda are my favorite couple. Through family issues and their own issues, they kept their eyes on the prize. Love their love story.
Scott and Zelda are my favorite couple. Through family issues and their own issues, they kept their eyes on the prize. Love their love story.
August 29, 2018
This was good
Believe it or not I really enjoyed the way this ended. Still funny as the others and it seemed as though the author ran out of gas but a good story none the less. On to whatever else is in Ms. Gaines world.
Believe it or not I really enjoyed the way this ended. Still funny as the others and it seemed as though the author ran out of gas but a good story none the less. On to whatever else is in Ms. Gaines world.
September 3, 2018
Good ending
Grandma Lula ending i felt was undeserving. Much happiness to Poppa Bear and the rest of the couples. Good ending.
Grandma Lula ending i felt was undeserving. Much happiness to Poppa Bear and the rest of the couples. Good ending.
September 8, 2018
We Made It
This was a great end of the series. I was very happy that everyone ended up happy .
Was glad the grandmother found love.
Now we need a story about the brother
This was a great end of the series. I was very happy that everyone ended up happy .
Was glad the grandmother found love.
Now we need a story about the brother
September 18, 2022
I love how they did things and they did things their way. Great to see these two happy looking good.
May 20, 2023
Easily one of the funniest books I’ve read/listened to. Definitely worth getting all the way through all 7 novellas!
July 1, 2025
Awesome Read
O Gaines has done it again, the love story mixed with growth, laughter and sensual delights! Enjoy the journey☺️ again just a great read!
O Gaines has done it again, the love story mixed with growth, laughter and sensual delights! Enjoy the journey☺️ again just a great read!
February 3, 2026
A Marvelous Monday
Loved this series. Very cleaver situations and wording. I laughed alot.🤣Hope to read more about other characters in the story.
Loved this series. Very cleaver situations and wording. I laughed alot.🤣Hope to read more about other characters in the story.
August 15, 2018
Olivia Gaines does not disappoint with the ending to this marvelous series. Scott and Zelda are living in bliss at his home in Kentucky, in this episode. Her crazy Grandma is still on that mess, trying to guilt Zelda for moving away to live her own life and leaving her all alone. Michael and Pipp are planning their wedding and a backpacking trip across Europe, which will leave her by herself for real.
Scott has taken it upon himself to rush the wedding between him and Zelda. The man proposes, and in the next breath takes her to the church where they will be married... on Monday. Child, I almost lost it when he said that. You would think this was a shotgun wedding or something. That man wanted her as his wife, and refused to wait any longer. He planned everything on his usual rigid timetable. They are to have a small wedding and since the family will be in town anyway, they plan to surprise everyone.
Things work out in the end after minimal drama. I guess their lives have been filled with so much drama, they deserved a sweet, uneventful wedding.
Okay, now to the good stuff. Like with all of the books in this series, Olivia puts in some hilarity to allow the readers to get their kekes. Baby, when Chandler was going off on Scott about walking in on him and Zelda in "the chair", I split my side laughing. But, when Zelda was messing with Chandler and told him she wanted a threesome with Tommy I almost cried. Jocularity! Jocularity! Oh and when Michael caught Grandma and the preacher... too much.
Scott has taken it upon himself to rush the wedding between him and Zelda. The man proposes, and in the next breath takes her to the church where they will be married... on Monday. Child, I almost lost it when he said that. You would think this was a shotgun wedding or something. That man wanted her as his wife, and refused to wait any longer. He planned everything on his usual rigid timetable. They are to have a small wedding and since the family will be in town anyway, they plan to surprise everyone.
Things work out in the end after minimal drama. I guess their lives have been filled with so much drama, they deserved a sweet, uneventful wedding.
Okay, now to the good stuff. Like with all of the books in this series, Olivia puts in some hilarity to allow the readers to get their kekes. Baby, when Chandler was going off on Scott about walking in on him and Zelda in "the chair", I split my side laughing. But, when Zelda was messing with Chandler and told him she wanted a threesome with Tommy I almost cried. Jocularity! Jocularity! Oh and when Michael caught Grandma and the preacher... too much.
August 14, 2018
They all get their HEA
Zelda wants to marry Scott but she does not know when or if he will propose. When he does, he does not want to wait. He wants a simply quick ceremony, nothing fancy unless Zelda wants it. With all of the family coming for a visit to Kentucky, the wedding is set. Grandma Lula is still her feisty, has no filtered self, slinging her holy water and anointing everybody. Poor Chandler had an unfortunate encounter with a certain erotic chair. That was so funny. Zelda's father Wilke moves into the guest house on the Berger property and finds love as does Chandler. Even Grandma Lulu dusts off her charms and grabs herself a pastor. Pip grows some cajones and tells her mother off. She won't allow anyone to disrespect her man, no t her Fitzsimmons.
Olivia always writes lighthearted and funny down to earth stories and this final book in the Zelda Diaries series fits the bill. This was a fitting ending with an HEA for everyone. It was an easy quick read.
Zelda wants to marry Scott but she does not know when or if he will propose. When he does, he does not want to wait. He wants a simply quick ceremony, nothing fancy unless Zelda wants it. With all of the family coming for a visit to Kentucky, the wedding is set. Grandma Lula is still her feisty, has no filtered self, slinging her holy water and anointing everybody. Poor Chandler had an unfortunate encounter with a certain erotic chair. That was so funny. Zelda's father Wilke moves into the guest house on the Berger property and finds love as does Chandler. Even Grandma Lulu dusts off her charms and grabs herself a pastor. Pip grows some cajones and tells her mother off. She won't allow anyone to disrespect her man, no t her Fitzsimmons.
Olivia always writes lighthearted and funny down to earth stories and this final book in the Zelda Diaries series fits the bill. This was a fitting ending with an HEA for everyone. It was an easy quick read.
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