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Everyday Love #3
What Makes a Home
An artist who’s never truly known home. A bored computer guy with a fixer-upper. While opposites attract, too much stands in the way. Will they ever figure out what truly makes a home?
Jobie Everett is building a life around teaching art to senior citizens, a boutique job to fund her passion, living green(ish), social media, and wild pursuits that inspire her Muse. When her roommate introduces her to a God who personifies Love like she’s never known, she begins to see the shallowness of her life and searches for greater meaning.
Surely there's more for Caleb March's lackluster life than work and his computer hobbies. Desperate for change, he buys a run-down house near an old friend and her pretty roommate. Ready for more than "just friends," Caleb will first have to reconnect with a God he's been ignoring for too long.
As Caleb and Jobie bond over renovations, a new development forever changes her and pulls the rug out from under him. Jobie needs a godly man who will support and pursue her. Caleb must break himself free of the friend zone and become the man she needs in order to finally give her heart a home.
The Everyday Love Series is a contemporary romance series set in Albuquerque, featuring ordinary people in lifelike stories that inspire, uplift, and share hope. Stories in which a very real God shows Himself in everyday ways to carry His people through any circumstance.
Jobie Everett is building a life around teaching art to senior citizens, a boutique job to fund her passion, living green(ish), social media, and wild pursuits that inspire her Muse. When her roommate introduces her to a God who personifies Love like she’s never known, she begins to see the shallowness of her life and searches for greater meaning.
Surely there's more for Caleb March's lackluster life than work and his computer hobbies. Desperate for change, he buys a run-down house near an old friend and her pretty roommate. Ready for more than "just friends," Caleb will first have to reconnect with a God he's been ignoring for too long.
As Caleb and Jobie bond over renovations, a new development forever changes her and pulls the rug out from under him. Jobie needs a godly man who will support and pursue her. Caleb must break himself free of the friend zone and become the man she needs in order to finally give her heart a home.
The Everyday Love Series is a contemporary romance series set in Albuquerque, featuring ordinary people in lifelike stories that inspire, uplift, and share hope. Stories in which a very real God shows Himself in everyday ways to carry His people through any circumstance.
- GenresContemporaryRomance
320 pages, ebook
Published April 18, 2019
About the author
Jaycee Weaver
37 books310 followersWhen New Mexico resident and USA Today bestselling author Jaycee Weaver isn't reading or writing, she enjoys dates with her brainiac hubby, drinking coffee, crafting, pretending she's a nature photographer, and making her teenagers cringe.
Jaycee considers herself a recovering perfectionist and frequent hot mess. She does her best to live her faith in action authentically, trusting God to be Lord over the good, the bad, and the ugly even when it’s hard.
Jaycee considers herself a recovering perfectionist and frequent hot mess. She does her best to live her faith in action authentically, trusting God to be Lord over the good, the bad, and the ugly even when it’s hard.
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March 19, 2019
What Makes a Home is the third book in the Everyday Love series, however, it can definitely be read as a stand alone novel.
I enjoyed this book so much! The two main characters, Jobie and Caleb, both finished the story as very different people than when the book started out. When the book began, Jobie was not a Christian and lived life in the moment, doing what felt good at the time. She had no problem hooking up with guys and moving from one man to the next.
Caleb was stuck in a rut. When things didn’t work out like he thought they would in his personal life and he realized that his job wasn’t bringing him joy, he decided to take on a home renovation project to give him something worthwhile to pour his energy into. Caleb was a Christian who had stepped away from truly worshipping the Lord and didn’t even go to church anymore.
Jobie and Caleb both ended up discovering the power of living for Christ, while also developing a friendship that they each wished could turn into more. I loved the chemistry between these two characters and the way Caleb worked to show Jobie how he felt. This was such a great book and I plan to re-read it in the future.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
You can read this review on my blog:
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I enjoyed this book so much! The two main characters, Jobie and Caleb, both finished the story as very different people than when the book started out. When the book began, Jobie was not a Christian and lived life in the moment, doing what felt good at the time. She had no problem hooking up with guys and moving from one man to the next.
Caleb was stuck in a rut. When things didn’t work out like he thought they would in his personal life and he realized that his job wasn’t bringing him joy, he decided to take on a home renovation project to give him something worthwhile to pour his energy into. Caleb was a Christian who had stepped away from truly worshipping the Lord and didn’t even go to church anymore.
Jobie and Caleb both ended up discovering the power of living for Christ, while also developing a friendship that they each wished could turn into more. I loved the chemistry between these two characters and the way Caleb worked to show Jobie how he felt. This was such a great book and I plan to re-read it in the future.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
You can read this review on my blog:
https://brittreadsfiction.wordpress.c...
March 26, 2019
This is the 3rd book in the Everyday Love Series. This can definitely be read as a stand alone.
This is a Christian romance that reminds us that the Lord has a plan for all of us and it happens on His time!
A wonderful love story in so many ways!
This is a Christian romance that reminds us that the Lord has a plan for all of us and it happens on His time!
A wonderful love story in so many ways!
April 23, 2019
This is my favorite in the Everyday Love series. There was just something about these two that melted my heart and kept me turning the pages. I can't wait until Ms. Weaver releases another book.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. A review was not required nor influenced.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. A review was not required nor influenced.
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April 2, 2019Jaycee Weaver has done it again! Another great and engaging read from her Everyday Love series. It was so hard to put down and if I did not have a toddler and a Full Time College Class I would have read it one sitting. I cannot wait until she releases another book!!!!
March 28, 2019
This is the third book in the Everyday Love series but it can be read as a stand alone. It is a wonderful christian romance that you will read more than once. I really enjoyed this book.
May 1, 2019
Super addition to the series
Author Jaycee Weaver made Jobie so lovable, even before she got saved. Her casual attitude of doing what feels good is so opposed to the way I believe we should live and yet there was not an emphasis in the story on what she did - it was just enough backstory to explain why she needed salvation. Though I did not have like her life choices, I saw her as someone I would like as a friend.
There was so much to enjoy in this story. I can say unequivocably that my favorite part is Jobie's conversation with her roommate Jenna as she tried to understand more about what the Bible says about love and her naive yet brilliant interpretation and application of I Corinthians 13. And how her salvation journey resulted from her meditations on verses about God's love and the fruit of the spirit.
Nerdy Caleb was a gem! I loved his awkwardness and insecurity. The way he was convinced he was vanilla. Loafers. Boring. And yet this sweet man had so much to offer. Even Jobie underestimated him - at least at the beginning.
The author says so much with subtle comments and hints. She clearly didn't feel obligated to make long explanations as she confidently shows you through the story. One example is when Jobie is contrasting two roommates in her mind. While both are Christians, one was very judgmental and the other full of grace.
...[Jobie] could recognize a Bible when she saw one. Her first roommate had left one prominently displayed on a bedside table, though it hadn't looked nearly as worn as this one.
The rich spiritual truths in this touching story will stay with me for a while as I look at how I can better applying them to my life.
If you enjoy reading Christian fiction with flawed characters who learn the redemptive power of Jesus, you won't want to pass this one up!
at Among the Reads""
I was given a copy of this book. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.
Author Jaycee Weaver made Jobie so lovable, even before she got saved. Her casual attitude of doing what feels good is so opposed to the way I believe we should live and yet there was not an emphasis in the story on what she did - it was just enough backstory to explain why she needed salvation. Though I did not have like her life choices, I saw her as someone I would like as a friend.
There was so much to enjoy in this story. I can say unequivocably that my favorite part is Jobie's conversation with her roommate Jenna as she tried to understand more about what the Bible says about love and her naive yet brilliant interpretation and application of I Corinthians 13. And how her salvation journey resulted from her meditations on verses about God's love and the fruit of the spirit.
Nerdy Caleb was a gem! I loved his awkwardness and insecurity. The way he was convinced he was vanilla. Loafers. Boring. And yet this sweet man had so much to offer. Even Jobie underestimated him - at least at the beginning.
The author says so much with subtle comments and hints. She clearly didn't feel obligated to make long explanations as she confidently shows you through the story. One example is when Jobie is contrasting two roommates in her mind. While both are Christians, one was very judgmental and the other full of grace.
...[Jobie] could recognize a Bible when she saw one. Her first roommate had left one prominently displayed on a bedside table, though it hadn't looked nearly as worn as this one.
The rich spiritual truths in this touching story will stay with me for a while as I look at how I can better applying them to my life.
If you enjoy reading Christian fiction with flawed characters who learn the redemptive power of Jesus, you won't want to pass this one up!
at Among the Reads""
I was given a copy of this book. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.
November 18, 2021
I'm not quite sure how I feel about this book. I won it in a giveaway bundle but would probably never have picked it up if I knew it was about a heroine who was very loose in her sexual morals and becomes a single mom. Of course, that was before she found Jesus.
The characters were all likeably but realistically flawed – except the heroine, I struggled to like her right at first.
The romance was sweet and slow, though after they got together, it was steamier than I like.
But the faith threads were great. And I loved the analogies of the home. And lots of food. ;)
There were a few editing errors but nothing major.
I'm not sure if I'll read it again, but I think I can recommend it for the most part.
Favorite quotes:
“She'd explained that together, they were like ordering a double scoop of vanilla ice cream. 'Sure, it's good,' she had argued, 'but wouldn't it be better if vanilla was paired with say, chocolate or strawberry?'” (p. 8)
“He could expand his breakfast horizons. It wasn't like she'd serve sushi for breakfast. He drew the line at sushi.” (p. 131)
“It was a common enough occurrence that one would think he'd have less difficulty accepting the friend zone. Sadly, he had just enough optimism to hold on to hope long past the time he should have given up.” (p. 175)
I especially loved the positive spin she put on even the negative descriptions of love: “'First Corinthians tells us all of the things love is – patient, kind, forgiving, truthful, supportive, humble, hopeful, and enduring.'” (p. 189)
“'When have I ever turned away your advice?' She patted his cheek. 'That's what makes you so smart.'” (p. 212)
“Jobie woke the next morning to the worst heartburn she'd ever known. Baby had spent half the night performing stunts and playing drums with her organs as if auditioning for the Blue Man Group.” (p. 217)
(I received a copy for free in a giveaway. I was not compensated for this review. All opinions are my own, as was the decision to write this review.)
The characters were all likeably but realistically flawed – except the heroine, I struggled to like her right at first.
The romance was sweet and slow, though after they got together, it was steamier than I like.
But the faith threads were great. And I loved the analogies of the home. And lots of food. ;)
There were a few editing errors but nothing major.
I'm not sure if I'll read it again, but I think I can recommend it for the most part.
Favorite quotes:
“She'd explained that together, they were like ordering a double scoop of vanilla ice cream. 'Sure, it's good,' she had argued, 'but wouldn't it be better if vanilla was paired with say, chocolate or strawberry?'” (p. 8)
“He could expand his breakfast horizons. It wasn't like she'd serve sushi for breakfast. He drew the line at sushi.” (p. 131)
“It was a common enough occurrence that one would think he'd have less difficulty accepting the friend zone. Sadly, he had just enough optimism to hold on to hope long past the time he should have given up.” (p. 175)
I especially loved the positive spin she put on even the negative descriptions of love: “'First Corinthians tells us all of the things love is – patient, kind, forgiving, truthful, supportive, humble, hopeful, and enduring.'” (p. 189)
“'When have I ever turned away your advice?' She patted his cheek. 'That's what makes you so smart.'” (p. 212)
“Jobie woke the next morning to the worst heartburn she'd ever known. Baby had spent half the night performing stunts and playing drums with her organs as if auditioning for the Blue Man Group.” (p. 217)
(I received a copy for free in a giveaway. I was not compensated for this review. All opinions are my own, as was the decision to write this review.)
March 30, 2021
Real characters, real struggles. The MC is not a Christian at the beginning—but I suggest giving the story a chance. A sweet story that is swoon-worthy
What I liked: The main character’s faith journey. The theme of “love is patient” and how it tied to home. The romance is not rushed.
What I didn’t like: The story needs a thorough edit. Pacing could be tighter.
Readers should be aware: references sex before marriage, but also deals with the consequences
Issues touched on: feeling unloved, what is home, consequences of past sins,
Themes:
What I liked: The main character’s faith journey. The theme of “love is patient” and how it tied to home. The romance is not rushed.
What I didn’t like: The story needs a thorough edit. Pacing could be tighter.
Readers should be aware: references sex before marriage, but also deals with the consequences
Issues touched on: feeling unloved, what is home, consequences of past sins,
Themes:
September 11, 2021
This was a very refreshing Christian romance. I loved Caleb and Jobie and the friendship they built before becoming intimate. Of course, being a Christian novel the intimacy described consisted of a gentle touch to the arm, holding hands and the one big kiss that brought their real feelings to light, feelings they both were afraid to verbalize.
The Christian aspect of the story gave me a renewed sense of God and love. Love is patient. Love is kind. Love is not rude or self-serving. It gave me a bit of a wake-up call. I can't wait to read the rest of the books in this series (there are 4 in total; this is number 3).
The Christian aspect of the story gave me a renewed sense of God and love. Love is patient. Love is kind. Love is not rude or self-serving. It gave me a bit of a wake-up call. I can't wait to read the rest of the books in this series (there are 4 in total; this is number 3).
April 16, 2019
I really enjoyed Caleb and Jobie's story! The characters are easy to love and root for, even Jobie, who starts out in a less-than-desirable situation. I appreciate how the author brings faith into the characters' lives without coming off as preachy, but rather faith is introduced via their testimony. Jaycee has a nice writing voice that puts you into the story. At times I didn't want to close the book to go to bed! I'm new to Jaycee Weaver's books, but I will be going back and reading her other novels! She is fast becoming a favorite author. Don't miss out on this great, heartwarming read!
June 22, 2019
Fantastic story of salvation
I absolutely loved this third installment oh Jaycee Weaver's! Jobie and Caleb are both such great characters, I almost wished the story wouldn't end😄! Looking forward to the next one!
I absolutely loved this third installment oh Jaycee Weaver's! Jobie and Caleb are both such great characters, I almost wished the story wouldn't end😄! Looking forward to the next one!
February 28, 2020
I recently reread this book, and I enjoyed it more this time. It was a great read, with interesting characters. The plot was nothing new, but the way the author put it all together was fresh. Worth the time and money.
April 24, 2019
I love a good redemption story and this one definitely falls into that category! Can't wait to read more from this author.
May 9, 2019
Great story
A great story that illustrates a second chance @ life through redemption. Her faith gave her new hope & a new life.
A great story that illustrates a second chance @ life through redemption. Her faith gave her new hope & a new life.
September 26, 2024
love these books!
I stumbled upon this series by accident, and I’m so glad I did! I’ve loved seeing this story unfold with all of the intertwining characters. This is my third book by Jaycee Weaver and I can’t wait to read more!
I think my only wish would be that there was a little more detail. I love long, detailed books. But these are very well written and not overly repetitive (I don’t like a story that repeats over and over in sequels or in different couples). Each couple’s story is unique to them. I would, however, really like to see these books (or ANY Christian fiction books) go into detail about after marriage relationships. How to live like the Bible says after marriage. How to pray during warfare. Rebuilding trust after it’s been broken. ANYTHING on husbands learning how to lead their home. More on their conversations. Deep emotional connection and conversation. Sometimes the book would say “we talked for hours” or something along those lines. I would’ve loved to have elaboration on what that would be like in a Biblical marriage! One where people are faithful for 60+ years and even a book where they have split and reconciled.
I also really love duel POV in writing as long as it’s detailed and we don’t have lots of time in between chapters. I love seeing the story from both view points, but sometimes it isn’t deep enough. Or, the same chapter is repeated in the other persons POV which I don’t really love (bc of repetition).
Anyway! It’s a great series and I’m excited to read more from Jaycee!
I stumbled upon this series by accident, and I’m so glad I did! I’ve loved seeing this story unfold with all of the intertwining characters. This is my third book by Jaycee Weaver and I can’t wait to read more!
I think my only wish would be that there was a little more detail. I love long, detailed books. But these are very well written and not overly repetitive (I don’t like a story that repeats over and over in sequels or in different couples). Each couple’s story is unique to them. I would, however, really like to see these books (or ANY Christian fiction books) go into detail about after marriage relationships. How to live like the Bible says after marriage. How to pray during warfare. Rebuilding trust after it’s been broken. ANYTHING on husbands learning how to lead their home. More on their conversations. Deep emotional connection and conversation. Sometimes the book would say “we talked for hours” or something along those lines. I would’ve loved to have elaboration on what that would be like in a Biblical marriage! One where people are faithful for 60+ years and even a book where they have split and reconciled.
I also really love duel POV in writing as long as it’s detailed and we don’t have lots of time in between chapters. I love seeing the story from both view points, but sometimes it isn’t deep enough. Or, the same chapter is repeated in the other persons POV which I don’t really love (bc of repetition).
Anyway! It’s a great series and I’m excited to read more from Jaycee!
March 1, 2025
What Makes a Home is a romance featuring party-girl artist Jobie (short for Jobanna) and beige computer programmer Caleb. Caleb decides it’s time to adult up so he buys a do-up house, which happens to be just down the street from his old friend Jenna and Jobie, her hot roommate.
There were three things I loved about What Makes a Home.
First, Jenna’s natural faith.
Jenna and Jobie have been roomates for at least three years by the time the story starts. Although it’s clear from Chapter One that Jobie is not a Christian, it’s equally clear that Jenna has overtly judged her for her lack of faith. That opened th door for my second point:
Second, I loved Jobie’s conversion to Christianity.
Okay, so this could be considered a spoiler except that What Makes a Home is categorised as Christian romance, and good Christian romances do not have couples who are unequally yoked. I loved the natural way Jenna shared her faith with Jobie. And I loved the way Jobie took that on board and reflected it back to Jenna in her time of need.
And third, Caleb was a wonderful hero.
Sure, he has been accusing of being vanilla (and his taste in decor does tend to beige). but he has a good heart an is a perfect gentleman … even if he is a little slow to pick up on the fact Jobie is interested in him.
The other thing I liked about What Makes a Home was the realistic portrayal of physical attraction. No, there was nothing inappropriate (although it is clear Jobie has a history), but it was good to see both Caleb and Jobie acknowledging the temptation of physical attraction.
Overall, What Makes a Home is a wonderful example of a realistic Christian romance that focuses on friendship first. Recommended.
There were three things I loved about What Makes a Home.
First, Jenna’s natural faith.
Jenna and Jobie have been roomates for at least three years by the time the story starts. Although it’s clear from Chapter One that Jobie is not a Christian, it’s equally clear that Jenna has overtly judged her for her lack of faith. That opened th door for my second point:
Second, I loved Jobie’s conversion to Christianity.
Okay, so this could be considered a spoiler except that What Makes a Home is categorised as Christian romance, and good Christian romances do not have couples who are unequally yoked. I loved the natural way Jenna shared her faith with Jobie. And I loved the way Jobie took that on board and reflected it back to Jenna in her time of need.
And third, Caleb was a wonderful hero.
Sure, he has been accusing of being vanilla (and his taste in decor does tend to beige). but he has a good heart an is a perfect gentleman … even if he is a little slow to pick up on the fact Jobie is interested in him.
The other thing I liked about What Makes a Home was the realistic portrayal of physical attraction. No, there was nothing inappropriate (although it is clear Jobie has a history), but it was good to see both Caleb and Jobie acknowledging the temptation of physical attraction.
Overall, What Makes a Home is a wonderful example of a realistic Christian romance that focuses on friendship first. Recommended.
June 20, 2025
I loved this story focused on faith in our Redeemer, despite whatever mistakes we have made in the past. Whatever Makes Home explored the love, hope, forgiveness and finally, redemption. I thought this was a gift to those whose expectations are to be left behind to deal with life on their own. Weaver wrapped my heart around a truth I have known since I was a child -- GOD IS LOVE. I give this book 5 out of 5 stars for bringing this story out to share God's healing grace.
May 26, 2025
3.5 stars rounded up. I was definitely able to put this one down but liked a lot of the story line. A few tmi about their romantic thoughts of the other and their shared kisses but PG. Almost makes you want to remodel a house, eat Thai food and hangout at the senior center 😊
February 19, 2026
Characters so real
I loved this story. The characters were so relatable and realistic. Jobie’s transformation was beautiful, and Caleb’s growth was steady. I could imagine the tiny house he was remodeling and making into a beautiful home. I’m curious now about Jenna’s story.
I loved this story. The characters were so relatable and realistic. Jobie’s transformation was beautiful, and Caleb’s growth was steady. I could imagine the tiny house he was remodeling and making into a beautiful home. I’m curious now about Jenna’s story.
February 22, 2026
I think this is the first novel I have ever read where God and His love are woven throughout the story. I absolutely loved the main characters and what they went through as individuals before they met and how they grew together. Thanks for such a wholesome Christian novel!
October 19, 2023
Loved this book! Review will be coming soon!
February 25, 2025
fabulous story
Ms. Weaver expertly explained how to be a Jesus follower and believer. The story is a tale about faith,redemption and love.
Ms. Weaver expertly explained how to be a Jesus follower and believer. The story is a tale about faith,redemption and love.
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