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Louisiana Lucky
From the critically acclaimed author of The Young Wives Club, a “heartwarming story about friendship, heartache, and self-discovery” (Karen White, New York Times bestselling author), comes a charming novel reminiscent of the works of Mary Alice Monroe and Kristy Woodson Harvey, about three sisters who win a huge lottery prize and learn what it truly means to be lucky.
Lexi, Callie, and Hanna Breaux grew up in small-town Louisiana, and have always struggled to make ends meet. For years, they’ve been playing the lottery, fantasizing about how much better life would be if they had the money.
For Lexi, it means the perfect wedding; for Callie, it means having the courage to go after her career dreams; and for Hanna, it means buying a house that isn’t falling apart and sending her bullied son to private school. When the incredible happens and the Breaux sisters hit it big—$204 million dollars big—all their dreams come true. Or so they think. Because it’s actually not a cliché—money isn’t the answer to everything, and it often comes with problems of its own.
Heartfelt, engaging, and featuring characters you’ll root for from the first moment you meet them, Louisiana Lucky is a satisfying page-turner from a rising star in women’s fiction.
Lexi, Callie, and Hanna Breaux grew up in small-town Louisiana, and have always struggled to make ends meet. For years, they’ve been playing the lottery, fantasizing about how much better life would be if they had the money.
For Lexi, it means the perfect wedding; for Callie, it means having the courage to go after her career dreams; and for Hanna, it means buying a house that isn’t falling apart and sending her bullied son to private school. When the incredible happens and the Breaux sisters hit it big—$204 million dollars big—all their dreams come true. Or so they think. Because it’s actually not a cliché—money isn’t the answer to everything, and it often comes with problems of its own.
Heartfelt, engaging, and featuring characters you’ll root for from the first moment you meet them, Louisiana Lucky is a satisfying page-turner from a rising star in women’s fiction.
320 pages, Paperback
First published August 4, 2020
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Julie Pennell
2 books168 followersJulie Pennell was born and raised in Louisiana. After graduating from college, she headed to New York to work at Seventeen magazine. She currently lives in Philadelphia with her husband and two young sons, and is a regular contributor to TODAY.com. Her writing has also appeared in The Knot, In Style, and Refinery29. She is the author of The Young Wives Club and Louisiana Lucky.
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October 9, 2020
Louisiana Lucky follows the 3 Breaux sisters: Hanna, Callie, and Lexi, who, after years of casual play, win the lottery — A cool $204M!
While the sisters are each a little different, they’re a close-knit family and giddy with excitement thinking about all the possibilities they now have. Hanna wants her two kids to attend a better school yet feels pressure in the new atmosphere. Callie isn’t exactly sure what she’ll do first, but her work in journalism remains important to her. Lexi wants to plan the perfect wedding and impress her future mother-in-law — Will the Breaux sisters’ dreams come true or is their luck running out?
Louisiana Lucky wasn’t necessarily surprising. Of course, money isn’t everything but who hasn’t occasionally dreamed of winning the lottery?
Despite some predictable elements, this was a light, entertaining story I enjoyed — 3.5 stars
While the sisters are each a little different, they’re a close-knit family and giddy with excitement thinking about all the possibilities they now have. Hanna wants her two kids to attend a better school yet feels pressure in the new atmosphere. Callie isn’t exactly sure what she’ll do first, but her work in journalism remains important to her. Lexi wants to plan the perfect wedding and impress her future mother-in-law — Will the Breaux sisters’ dreams come true or is their luck running out?
Louisiana Lucky wasn’t necessarily surprising. Of course, money isn’t everything but who hasn’t occasionally dreamed of winning the lottery?
Despite some predictable elements, this was a light, entertaining story I enjoyed — 3.5 stars
August 25, 2020
I LOVE Mary Alice Monroe and Kristy Woodson Harvey’s books, so I could not wait to pick up this one. It’s about three sisters who grow up in a Louisiana small town. They are all short on cash and dream of things they think only money can buy.
Well, it happens. They win the lottery! So, all their dreams should come true, right?
I love the Breaux sisters. From the beginning, I found them relatable and fun. Julie Pennell has this way of pulling you right into the heart of the story, and the characters into your heart, at the same time. I felt the sisters excitement and their mix of emotions after winning, too. If you are looking for your next charming southern contemporary to end summer, Louisiana Lucky should be on your list!
I received a gifted copy. All opinions are my own.
Many of my reviews can also be found on my blog: www.jennifertarheelreader.com and instagram: www.instagram.com/tarheelreader
Well, it happens. They win the lottery! So, all their dreams should come true, right?
I love the Breaux sisters. From the beginning, I found them relatable and fun. Julie Pennell has this way of pulling you right into the heart of the story, and the characters into your heart, at the same time. I felt the sisters excitement and their mix of emotions after winning, too. If you are looking for your next charming southern contemporary to end summer, Louisiana Lucky should be on your list!
I received a gifted copy. All opinions are my own.
Many of my reviews can also be found on my blog: www.jennifertarheelreader.com and instagram: www.instagram.com/tarheelreader
July 10, 2020
3.5 stars
A light and easy read which is what I was hoping for when I picked it up. And of course because the storyline involved the sisters winning the lottery, I couldn’t help but fantasize while reading what I would do if I won millions of dollars. And I feel like dreaming big put me in a good mood which was much needed.
Sisters Lexi, Callie and Hanna Breaux all live in the small Louisiana town they grew up in. Lexi is a hair stylist and engaged to be married. Callie puts her heart and soul into her job as a reporter at a local newspaper and doesn't have much of a dating life. Hanna is happily married with two kids. While the sisters might not have a lot of money between them, they sure have an abundance of love for one another. After years of playing the lottery, they actually win the jackpot. And they win big, 204 million dollars type of big. They say money can change people. Will it change each sister?
I don't always need a story to take me on an unexpected journey. Sometimes I'm fine going down a familiar path. And I feel like having a general idea of where the story was headed is why it was a nice, pleasant read. The story might not be mind blowing but who cares as long as you are enjoying it.
Callie was my favorite out of the three sisters. I thought she was a well-developed character compared to her siblings. Hanna's story arc could have used a bit more fine tuning as it was the weakest of the bunch. Towards the end I almost forgot she was a character.
Like I said, nothing earth shattering here, but if you want to pick up a book to sit down and relax with, this is a decent selection.
Thank you to Atria/Emily Bestler Books and Netgalley for providing me with an advance digital copy in exchange for an honest review!
A light and easy read which is what I was hoping for when I picked it up. And of course because the storyline involved the sisters winning the lottery, I couldn’t help but fantasize while reading what I would do if I won millions of dollars. And I feel like dreaming big put me in a good mood which was much needed.
Sisters Lexi, Callie and Hanna Breaux all live in the small Louisiana town they grew up in. Lexi is a hair stylist and engaged to be married. Callie puts her heart and soul into her job as a reporter at a local newspaper and doesn't have much of a dating life. Hanna is happily married with two kids. While the sisters might not have a lot of money between them, they sure have an abundance of love for one another. After years of playing the lottery, they actually win the jackpot. And they win big, 204 million dollars type of big. They say money can change people. Will it change each sister?
I don't always need a story to take me on an unexpected journey. Sometimes I'm fine going down a familiar path. And I feel like having a general idea of where the story was headed is why it was a nice, pleasant read. The story might not be mind blowing but who cares as long as you are enjoying it.
Callie was my favorite out of the three sisters. I thought she was a well-developed character compared to her siblings. Hanna's story arc could have used a bit more fine tuning as it was the weakest of the bunch. Towards the end I almost forgot she was a character.
Like I said, nothing earth shattering here, but if you want to pick up a book to sit down and relax with, this is a decent selection.
Thank you to Atria/Emily Bestler Books and Netgalley for providing me with an advance digital copy in exchange for an honest review!
August 6, 2020
What would you do if you won $204 million? The Breaux sisters play the lottery every week, but cannot believe it when their numbers are called. Lexi Can now have her dream wedding. Hanna Can now send her kids to private school and live in a house with a roof that doesn’t leak. Callie isn’t sure what she’s going to do with the money, but she knows she’s going to do something that will be beneficial to many. This book was simultaneously hilarious and heartbreaking. Lexi and Hanna both thought their new found wealth would also bring them respect. Callie found out not everyone has a heart as big as hers. Julie Pennell has packed a lot of fun and family into this little gem.
Loved reading this! The book allowed me to fantasize what I would do if I won the lottery. I also really enjoy getting to know these sisters. I thought the sister’s reaction to the Wynfall was very realistic as well as how other people reacted. Hanna thought if she sent her son to a wealthy private school he would be less likely to be bullied. Lexi planned a fancy wedding because she thought her mother-in-law to be would think she was worthy. Callie was too trusting. I enjoyed all of the sister’s stories, but I think I liked Callie’s The Best. This is the perfect pick me up, a great escape from today’s crazy times.
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*** Big thank you to Atria for my gifted copy of this book. All opinions are my own. ***
Loved reading this! The book allowed me to fantasize what I would do if I won the lottery. I also really enjoy getting to know these sisters. I thought the sister’s reaction to the Wynfall was very realistic as well as how other people reacted. Hanna thought if she sent her son to a wealthy private school he would be less likely to be bullied. Lexi planned a fancy wedding because she thought her mother-in-law to be would think she was worthy. Callie was too trusting. I enjoyed all of the sister’s stories, but I think I liked Callie’s The Best. This is the perfect pick me up, a great escape from today’s crazy times.
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*** Big thank you to Atria for my gifted copy of this book. All opinions are my own. ***
August 3, 2020
Song/s the book brought to mind: I Could Get Used to This by The Veronicas
Louisiana Lucky by Julie Pennell is one of the sweetest, family-focused novels I have read in a long time. The book alternates viewpoints through all three sisters: Lexi, Callie, and Hanna, and I can't even decide which one is my favorite. I loved their sisterly bond plus their relationship with their parents and it made for a really heartwarming and heartfelt read. I have to be honest; this book will definitely make you wish you had won the lottery! It was fun reading about what the sisters were doing with their money, some of which I would do as well and some not, and it was a really quick read.
Louisiana Lucky is set in a small town in Louisiana and I really enjoyed all the Southern vibes this book had to offer. I could tell that Pennell was familiar with the setting, and she really brought it to life for me. I also grew up in what would be considered a small town, and even though it wasn't down South it still made the book more relatable for me. It would definitely make for a perfect summer/beach read and while being a bit of a tearjerker for me at the end, overall it was light and sweet as sugar.
I forgot that Pennell is also the author of The Young Wives Club: A Novel, and I am for sure going to go back and read that (which is her debut) now. Her writing really sucked me into the story, and even though there isn't anything too surprising here, Louisiana Lucky is going to be perfect for fans of lighter reads, southern fiction, and women's fiction. I can't wait to read more from Pennell, and I will be hoping this book makes it to the big screen because it would make for a great movie!
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with an advance review copy of this book, all opinions and thoughts are my own.
Louisiana Lucky by Julie Pennell is one of the sweetest, family-focused novels I have read in a long time. The book alternates viewpoints through all three sisters: Lexi, Callie, and Hanna, and I can't even decide which one is my favorite. I loved their sisterly bond plus their relationship with their parents and it made for a really heartwarming and heartfelt read. I have to be honest; this book will definitely make you wish you had won the lottery! It was fun reading about what the sisters were doing with their money, some of which I would do as well and some not, and it was a really quick read.
Louisiana Lucky is set in a small town in Louisiana and I really enjoyed all the Southern vibes this book had to offer. I could tell that Pennell was familiar with the setting, and she really brought it to life for me. I also grew up in what would be considered a small town, and even though it wasn't down South it still made the book more relatable for me. It would definitely make for a perfect summer/beach read and while being a bit of a tearjerker for me at the end, overall it was light and sweet as sugar.
I forgot that Pennell is also the author of The Young Wives Club: A Novel, and I am for sure going to go back and read that (which is her debut) now. Her writing really sucked me into the story, and even though there isn't anything too surprising here, Louisiana Lucky is going to be perfect for fans of lighter reads, southern fiction, and women's fiction. I can't wait to read more from Pennell, and I will be hoping this book makes it to the big screen because it would make for a great movie!
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with an advance review copy of this book, all opinions and thoughts are my own.
April 22, 2023
The Breaux sisters played the lottery every month. They let the computer pick two tickets, and the third ticket always had their special numbers.
Years went by using the same numbers and the same routine, but they never won until one evening all the numbers came up. They were instant millionaires.
They couldn't contain their excitement because now they could have whatever they wanted, help their parents, and give some to charity.
I enjoyed this lighthearted read and enjoyed hearing about the life of each sister both before and after winning the lottery.
Having that much money has its good points and its bad, but the characters were delightful, and you were able to share in their joy and their lives.
LOUISIANA LUCKY is for those readers who need a change of pace and some wishing and hoping that they might be the next lottery winner.
A charming, sweet read. 5/5
This book was given to me by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Years went by using the same numbers and the same routine, but they never won until one evening all the numbers came up. They were instant millionaires.
They couldn't contain their excitement because now they could have whatever they wanted, help their parents, and give some to charity.
I enjoyed this lighthearted read and enjoyed hearing about the life of each sister both before and after winning the lottery.
Having that much money has its good points and its bad, but the characters were delightful, and you were able to share in their joy and their lives.
LOUISIANA LUCKY is for those readers who need a change of pace and some wishing and hoping that they might be the next lottery winner.
A charming, sweet read. 5/5
This book was given to me by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
August 4, 2020
Louisiana Lucky is an absolute must-read that should be on everyone's summer reading list! Three sisters, a big lottery win and Pennell's signature charm are a winning combination--and this is a book that will stay with readers long after the last page. Don't miss it!
July 30, 2020
Who hasn’t dreamed of winning the lottery? I fantasize all the time about how I would spend the money and who I would help. We’ve all done it right? Well, now after reading this fun story, maybe I don’t want to win. That being said, this story blew me away! You won’t need to keep the tissues close by as you are reading LOUISIANA LUCKY by Julie Pennell. I was laughing so hard with the thought process these sisters used to spend their new found wealth and then the next second my heart was breaking for the Breaux sisters. They play the lottery every month. They let the computer pick two tickets, and the third ticket always had their special numbers. Once I started reading, it was very hard to stop! The twists and turns made it impossible to put down, as I had to know what was going to happen to these hysterical sisters.
Julie Pennell really knows how to write about family drama, romance, and amazing chemistry between these three sisters. I have never read anything by her before but now I can not wait to read more by this wonderful and heart tugging author. LOUISIANA LUCKY had me giggling out loud one minute and wanting to hug these girls the next. I love when an author can do that to me and Julie Pennell did not disappoint. I still can’t believe LOUISIANA LUCKY is only Julie’s second novel!
Can money really bring you hapiness? All of Julie’s characters feel genuine and relatable and put your emotions on one heck of a roller coaster ride. As you are reading, you will find yourself cheering for all of them, praying they can work out their problems and be happy once again. Once I started reading LOUISIANA LUCKY it was very hard to stop! And those wonderful characters, how happy I am for having ‘met’ them! They will stick with me for a very long time. I just know the same thing will happen for you…
LOUISIANA LUCKY is without a doubt one of my top funniest books I’ve read in 2020 so far. I was instantly emotionally invested in all of the characters. My heart broke for Hannah when she overhears the moms from the private school talking about her. I can not wait to read more by this wonderful and heart tugging author. I have her older book to read, The Young Wives Club, and that brings me so much joy and happiness to know it is waiting for me!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Atria Books through Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Julie Pennell really knows how to write about family drama, romance, and amazing chemistry between these three sisters. I have never read anything by her before but now I can not wait to read more by this wonderful and heart tugging author. LOUISIANA LUCKY had me giggling out loud one minute and wanting to hug these girls the next. I love when an author can do that to me and Julie Pennell did not disappoint. I still can’t believe LOUISIANA LUCKY is only Julie’s second novel!
Can money really bring you hapiness? All of Julie’s characters feel genuine and relatable and put your emotions on one heck of a roller coaster ride. As you are reading, you will find yourself cheering for all of them, praying they can work out their problems and be happy once again. Once I started reading LOUISIANA LUCKY it was very hard to stop! And those wonderful characters, how happy I am for having ‘met’ them! They will stick with me for a very long time. I just know the same thing will happen for you…
LOUISIANA LUCKY is without a doubt one of my top funniest books I’ve read in 2020 so far. I was instantly emotionally invested in all of the characters. My heart broke for Hannah when she overhears the moms from the private school talking about her. I can not wait to read more by this wonderful and heart tugging author. I have her older book to read, The Young Wives Club, and that brings me so much joy and happiness to know it is waiting for me!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Atria Books through Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
August 5, 2020
This was fun! I loved all the drama at the end, I couldn’t put it down when it all hit the fan. There were a couple issues I had with some of the dialogue that seemed unrealistic and the writing was a bit simplistic. But it was a fun story and I enjoyed reading it.
*Huge thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for an early copy to read and review.
*Huge thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for an early copy to read and review.
December 16, 2020
Louisiana Lucky
By Julie Pennell
What happens when your dreams of winning the lottery comes true?
This is a story about the three Breaux sisters Lexi, Callie and Hanna from a small town in Louisiana where their struggle for money can mean the answer to all their troubles or so it seems when they hit a 204 million dollar lottery jackpot.
The writing by Julie Pennell was light, engaging and truly heartwarming. She wrote wonderfully relatable characters that were fun to read about and kept me engaged throughout the book. There is always that sweet charm in the writing and why I love reading Southern Fiction so much!
I highly recommend this book if you enjoy southern women's fiction that is light and heartwarming, do not miss this book!
By Julie Pennell
What happens when your dreams of winning the lottery comes true?
This is a story about the three Breaux sisters Lexi, Callie and Hanna from a small town in Louisiana where their struggle for money can mean the answer to all their troubles or so it seems when they hit a 204 million dollar lottery jackpot.
The writing by Julie Pennell was light, engaging and truly heartwarming. She wrote wonderfully relatable characters that were fun to read about and kept me engaged throughout the book. There is always that sweet charm in the writing and why I love reading Southern Fiction so much!
I highly recommend this book if you enjoy southern women's fiction that is light and heartwarming, do not miss this book!
August 7, 2020
Perfect light beach read! A bit predictable, but great if you don't want anything heavy.
August 12, 2020
Three sisters buy a winning lottery ticket and it changes their lives. Thanks go to Net Galley and Atria Books for the review copy.
Every now and then, my collection of galleys gets too dark, and so I turn to Net Galley in search of humorous reading to lighten things up. This novel caught my eye with its engaging cover, and sadly, I didn’t realize that the cover was its only positive attribute.
The word choice, character development, and even basic ability to use correct grammar came up short here, and I find myself wondering what’s up with the editor? But even a strong editor can’t help this book, because there’s nothing to salvage. None of the sisters came alive for me, and the tired old trope about money not buying happiness draws an eyeroll of epic proportions. If my mama was right and my eyes could get stuck up there, this would surely have done it.
This book is for sale now, but I’d keep my card in my wallet if I were you.
Every now and then, my collection of galleys gets too dark, and so I turn to Net Galley in search of humorous reading to lighten things up. This novel caught my eye with its engaging cover, and sadly, I didn’t realize that the cover was its only positive attribute.
The word choice, character development, and even basic ability to use correct grammar came up short here, and I find myself wondering what’s up with the editor? But even a strong editor can’t help this book, because there’s nothing to salvage. None of the sisters came alive for me, and the tired old trope about money not buying happiness draws an eyeroll of epic proportions. If my mama was right and my eyes could get stuck up there, this would surely have done it.
This book is for sale now, but I’d keep my card in my wallet if I were you.
May 23, 2020
(free review copy) A delightful diversion about sisterhood and the potential dangers of newfound wealth. Loved it just as much as the author’s previous title “The First Wives Club”. A fun, fast read.
August 9, 2020
You sit on the couch with a glass of red in your hand. You swirl the liquid and then take a sip, the bold flavor coating your tongue. You glance at the tv and then down at the precious numbers in your lap. You know the odds are impossible, but you hold out hope that maybe this could be your lucky day.
You take another sip of wine and carefully set the glass down on the table. The numbers are being drawn and you scan your paper to see if they’ll match up... one, two, three of your numbers match. Your heart starts to race, but this has happened before.
Four and five numbers match now and your eyes are bulging. That’s an automatic million with five matching numbers. Can this be happening?
You glance back at the television screen and nearly faint as the sixth number is drawn and matches. Can this be real life? You’ve just won’t the multi-million dollar lottery!
This was such a fun book to read. Three sisters winning the lottery and then getting to journey along with them as they decide what to do with their winnings. Each chapter is told from the perspective of one of the sisters and I liked getting to know each character. The storyline was predictable and I knew what would happen, but it was still enjoyable to read along with each sister’s story.
I recommend this one if you like a good family drama, but without heavy content involved.
TW: Cheating, Heartbreak, Struggle with Fitting in.
You take another sip of wine and carefully set the glass down on the table. The numbers are being drawn and you scan your paper to see if they’ll match up... one, two, three of your numbers match. Your heart starts to race, but this has happened before.
Four and five numbers match now and your eyes are bulging. That’s an automatic million with five matching numbers. Can this be happening?
You glance back at the television screen and nearly faint as the sixth number is drawn and matches. Can this be real life? You’ve just won’t the multi-million dollar lottery!
This was such a fun book to read. Three sisters winning the lottery and then getting to journey along with them as they decide what to do with their winnings. Each chapter is told from the perspective of one of the sisters and I liked getting to know each character. The storyline was predictable and I knew what would happen, but it was still enjoyable to read along with each sister’s story.
I recommend this one if you like a good family drama, but without heavy content involved.
TW: Cheating, Heartbreak, Struggle with Fitting in.
April 4, 2020
Well written, but poorly characterized.
I had a really hard time getting into and then finishing this book. It was just so...irritatingly cliched. Luckily there is a global health emergency that forced me to.
Let's start with the Breaux sisters pre-lotto win. These girls are BAD with money. Laughably bad. Like, they way they are described, it's a wonder they all somehow magically moved out and have their own places outside of their childhood home. Lexi somehow is okay with her boss not paying her for work done (illegal), Hanna has a handyman husband who apparently lacks the care/ability to fix his own home even though a whole floor has been unfinished for 2 years and at least 3 appliances are broken in the home. Callie seems the most level-headed of the three, but only because we barely know anything about her. It was difficult to suspend my disbelief and believe these women are poor just because they lamented and blathered on and on about it because they still found the money to eat out 3 times in the first few chapters. It just wasn't believable.
They are also WHINY AS HELL about their situations. I had a hard time liking them from the start because they are just such massive, woe-is-me, I'm-such-a-victim, wahhh-I'm-poor, complainers.
Being such awful people in general, I was wondering if money might make them rise. They did not. The sisters seemed to have been good with their money after the lotto win, as none of them lost it all in weeks, but that's the best thing I can say about them.
Hanna moved her kids to private school and whined about being out of the popular cliques' circle because she's "new" money.
Lexi promptly ditched her fiance for his mom to plan a bloated, tacky, glitzy wedding while ignoring her man's thoughts and feelings completely.
Callie left the paper she'd worked at for years, and claimed to not be able to live without, for a guy she just met and a job she clearly wasn't suited for.
The men were completely forgotten in this book, functioning only to be the blank piece of cardboard to prod the female characters into action or make them feel bad about themselves. I barely remember the guy's names and finished the book this morning.
As these books do, the ending appropriately pointed out the characters' flaws and why they should be happy with their lives regardless of money, and aren't we all happy and blessed!
If you are quarantined with only this book for company, go for it. If not, I suggest passing for one with more likeable characters and plotlines that aren't walking cliches.
I had a really hard time getting into and then finishing this book. It was just so...irritatingly cliched. Luckily there is a global health emergency that forced me to.
Let's start with the Breaux sisters pre-lotto win. These girls are BAD with money. Laughably bad. Like, they way they are described, it's a wonder they all somehow magically moved out and have their own places outside of their childhood home. Lexi somehow is okay with her boss not paying her for work done (illegal), Hanna has a handyman husband who apparently lacks the care/ability to fix his own home even though a whole floor has been unfinished for 2 years and at least 3 appliances are broken in the home. Callie seems the most level-headed of the three, but only because we barely know anything about her. It was difficult to suspend my disbelief and believe these women are poor just because they lamented and blathered on and on about it because they still found the money to eat out 3 times in the first few chapters. It just wasn't believable.
They are also WHINY AS HELL about their situations. I had a hard time liking them from the start because they are just such massive, woe-is-me, I'm-such-a-victim, wahhh-I'm-poor, complainers.
Being such awful people in general, I was wondering if money might make them rise. They did not. The sisters seemed to have been good with their money after the lotto win, as none of them lost it all in weeks, but that's the best thing I can say about them.
Hanna moved her kids to private school and whined about being out of the popular cliques' circle because she's "new" money.
Lexi promptly ditched her fiance for his mom to plan a bloated, tacky, glitzy wedding while ignoring her man's thoughts and feelings completely.
Callie left the paper she'd worked at for years, and claimed to not be able to live without, for a guy she just met and a job she clearly wasn't suited for.
The men were completely forgotten in this book, functioning only to be the blank piece of cardboard to prod the female characters into action or make them feel bad about themselves. I barely remember the guy's names and finished the book this morning.
As these books do, the ending appropriately pointed out the characters' flaws and why they should be happy with their lives regardless of money, and aren't we all happy and blessed!
If you are quarantined with only this book for company, go for it. If not, I suggest passing for one with more likeable characters and plotlines that aren't walking cliches.
August 4, 2020
I've been reading too many thrillers lately so I needed a light contemporary read and Louisiana Lucky was just it. This centers around 3 struggling sisters who win the lottery and have their lives forever changed. It was fun to see how they would spend their money and while I agreed with some of the ways they spent it, some of it was a little ridiculous but I guess that's just the true reality of winning so much money. I did like the strong bond between the 3 sisters even if they did make some poor choices at some point. The characterization isn't too strong as they complain a lot and feel bad for themselves pretty often too but they end up getting it together. I thought this was pretty predictable as well but I'm happy with the way everything had ended. I recommend this if you're looking for a nice beach read or if you just want a quick read! If only I win the next lottery ;)
Thank you to Netgalley and to the publisher for the copy. Louisiana lucky is now available today August 4th.
Thank you to Netgalley and to the publisher for the copy. Louisiana lucky is now available today August 4th.
August 3, 2020
3.5/5
I think we’ve all allowed ourselves to daydream about what we would do if we won the lottery and that’s the basic premise of this book. Three sisters, Lexi, Callie and Hanna have been playing the lotto for years and they win 204 million dollars, which even split three ways is an insane amount of money. Money can’t buy happiness though and quick enough all three learn that lesson the hard way.
This one was pure fluff and that’s exactly what I was in the mood for when I picked it up. It was sweet, the characters were endearing and it was fun to see how differently the money effected all three women. I love a story about sisters too so that was an added bonus for me, especially sisters who are close friends as well as siblings and these girls were tight. It was super predictable and you know what’s gonna happen almost right away, but there’s a comfort in predictability for me sometimes and this was exactly what I was craving when I read it. Grab this when you’re in the mood for something light and sweet.
I think we’ve all allowed ourselves to daydream about what we would do if we won the lottery and that’s the basic premise of this book. Three sisters, Lexi, Callie and Hanna have been playing the lotto for years and they win 204 million dollars, which even split three ways is an insane amount of money. Money can’t buy happiness though and quick enough all three learn that lesson the hard way.
This one was pure fluff and that’s exactly what I was in the mood for when I picked it up. It was sweet, the characters were endearing and it was fun to see how differently the money effected all three women. I love a story about sisters too so that was an added bonus for me, especially sisters who are close friends as well as siblings and these girls were tight. It was super predictable and you know what’s gonna happen almost right away, but there’s a comfort in predictability for me sometimes and this was exactly what I was craving when I read it. Grab this when you’re in the mood for something light and sweet.
August 3, 2020
3.5 stars. Review to come.
July 27, 2020
I received a copy of this title via NetGalley. It does not impact my review.
Who hasn’t fantasized about winning the lottery? Would you quit your job? Buy a new house? Give yourself a makeover? Plan yourself the most over the top wedding the town has ever seen? For sisters Hanna, Callie, and Lexi, these fantasies becomes reality when they win a $204 million jackpot. The story follows the three sisters as they deal with the joys and the pitfalls of receiving a windfall of cash. Each chapter switches between POVs and I really enjoyed all of them. Though I often found myself frustrated with them, I thought all of the main characters were likable and I was rooting for them to make smart choices.
Despite meeting with a financial planner who warns them not to spend too much too fast, only one of the sisters takes the advice. Callie keeps her job as a journalist for the local paper, where she’s worked with her best friend/long time crush since she graduated college. It’s only after the handsome, charming local tv news anchor takes an interest in her that she uses her new found wealth to give herself a makeover so she can be the type of woman she thinks will keep his attention. He also encourages her to get out of print media and join him on tv. He seems a little too good to be true and while he didn’t really do anything that hinted he was after her money, it did seem a little suspicious that it was at the press conference where she was announced as a millionaire that he approached her.
Hanna and Callie both went a little more crazy with the money than Callie did. Lexi was planning a small and intimate wedding with her fiance, but now she can afford the best of everything. When Seth’s mother, who Lexi has never felt accepted by, joins the wedding planning, things get even more over the top and Seth isn’t thrilled about it. Hanna is tired of all the repairs her husband’s old family home needs and she has her eye on a million dollar listing, instead. And a new car and wardrobe that will help her fit in with the snooty mothers at her children’s new private school.
All three sisters continue to throw money at their problems, but they come to realize that money may not solve everything quite as easily as they expected. Even though the direction of the plot seemed a little obvious, I felt invested in all of the sisters and wanted to see how they handled things. The story is very character-driven and because of that, the pace could feel a little slow at times. However, I was completely addicted to the book and never wanted to put it down. There was one aspect I have a bit of a complaint about, though. While there was a lot of character development for the sisters, I would’ve liked to see more development for the other people in their lives. There are quick mentions of Hanna’s son being bullied, her husband, Tom, having abandonment issues, Lexi’s fiance’s dysfunctional relationship with his parents, Callie’s close friendship with Garrett, and the growing relationship between Callie and her new boyfriend, Wynn. I wanted to know more about all of these things and get to know all the characters surrounding the sisters a little better.
Overall, I really enjoyed Louisiana Lucky. Lately I find myself struggling with books that fall under the Women’s Fiction umbrella, but I did not have that problem at all while reading this book. I was drawn in by that beautiful cover, but it was the character-driven, addictive writing that kept me hooked. I was a fan of Pennell’s debut book, The Young Wives Club, and I’ve been eagerly awaiting her follow up. With Louisiana Lucky, she’s proven she definitely deserves a spot on my author auto-read list.
Overall Rating (out of 5): 4 Stars
Who hasn’t fantasized about winning the lottery? Would you quit your job? Buy a new house? Give yourself a makeover? Plan yourself the most over the top wedding the town has ever seen? For sisters Hanna, Callie, and Lexi, these fantasies becomes reality when they win a $204 million jackpot. The story follows the three sisters as they deal with the joys and the pitfalls of receiving a windfall of cash. Each chapter switches between POVs and I really enjoyed all of them. Though I often found myself frustrated with them, I thought all of the main characters were likable and I was rooting for them to make smart choices.
Despite meeting with a financial planner who warns them not to spend too much too fast, only one of the sisters takes the advice. Callie keeps her job as a journalist for the local paper, where she’s worked with her best friend/long time crush since she graduated college. It’s only after the handsome, charming local tv news anchor takes an interest in her that she uses her new found wealth to give herself a makeover so she can be the type of woman she thinks will keep his attention. He also encourages her to get out of print media and join him on tv. He seems a little too good to be true and while he didn’t really do anything that hinted he was after her money, it did seem a little suspicious that it was at the press conference where she was announced as a millionaire that he approached her.
Hanna and Callie both went a little more crazy with the money than Callie did. Lexi was planning a small and intimate wedding with her fiance, but now she can afford the best of everything. When Seth’s mother, who Lexi has never felt accepted by, joins the wedding planning, things get even more over the top and Seth isn’t thrilled about it. Hanna is tired of all the repairs her husband’s old family home needs and she has her eye on a million dollar listing, instead. And a new car and wardrobe that will help her fit in with the snooty mothers at her children’s new private school.
All three sisters continue to throw money at their problems, but they come to realize that money may not solve everything quite as easily as they expected. Even though the direction of the plot seemed a little obvious, I felt invested in all of the sisters and wanted to see how they handled things. The story is very character-driven and because of that, the pace could feel a little slow at times. However, I was completely addicted to the book and never wanted to put it down. There was one aspect I have a bit of a complaint about, though. While there was a lot of character development for the sisters, I would’ve liked to see more development for the other people in their lives. There are quick mentions of Hanna’s son being bullied, her husband, Tom, having abandonment issues, Lexi’s fiance’s dysfunctional relationship with his parents, Callie’s close friendship with Garrett, and the growing relationship between Callie and her new boyfriend, Wynn. I wanted to know more about all of these things and get to know all the characters surrounding the sisters a little better.
Overall, I really enjoyed Louisiana Lucky. Lately I find myself struggling with books that fall under the Women’s Fiction umbrella, but I did not have that problem at all while reading this book. I was drawn in by that beautiful cover, but it was the character-driven, addictive writing that kept me hooked. I was a fan of Pennell’s debut book, The Young Wives Club, and I’ve been eagerly awaiting her follow up. With Louisiana Lucky, she’s proven she definitely deserves a spot on my author auto-read list.
Overall Rating (out of 5): 4 Stars
August 1, 2020
It was fine. Annoying characters who let the lottery get to their heads. Not many redeeming moments to remember.
August 7, 2020
Thank you Atria/Emily Bestler Books & Netgalley for the gifted book.
This is the first book I've read by Julie Pennell but it certainly will not be the last. Sometimes it's nice to read a lighter book inbetween all the darker thrillers that I tend to gravitate towards and this was just the palate cleanser I needed!
I love reading books about families, especially sisters as I have two myself, so this one definitely called to me. And while I thought this was going to be a light, easy-breezy story, I loved that there was some depth to it. The book alternates between the three sisters' points of view and I loved getting to know all three sisters. I'm not quite sure which sister I loved the most, but I do know that of all the men in the sisters' lives, Hanna's husband win's my heart. In every scene, he was the good guy all the way through. I can't really say that about the other two guys.
I'm always hyper-critical about the way the bonds between sisters are portrayed and I definitely think Julie Pennell got it right here. I loved how these sisters had their monthly girls night and did something just for themselves. I also appreciated how each sister had their own lives...there were things they kept to themselves. I can absolutely say with 100% certainty that I do this and I'm sure others can attest that this is real life.
I also loved how this book was set in a small town. I've lived in small towns all my life and this book had that feeling in spades. While it was set in the south and I live in the north, that small town is so universal. Everybody knows everybody and that doesn't change no matter the geography.
I really enjoyed this book and while I have never won the lottery, it was fun living vicariously through these sisters as they got to live their dreams out after they did. Of course, in the end, the one lesson they learned is the one we all know only too well...money doesn't buy happiness. I cannot recommend this charming book enough.
You can see all my reviews at: http://alwayswithabook.blogspot.com/
This is the first book I've read by Julie Pennell but it certainly will not be the last. Sometimes it's nice to read a lighter book inbetween all the darker thrillers that I tend to gravitate towards and this was just the palate cleanser I needed!
I love reading books about families, especially sisters as I have two myself, so this one definitely called to me. And while I thought this was going to be a light, easy-breezy story, I loved that there was some depth to it. The book alternates between the three sisters' points of view and I loved getting to know all three sisters. I'm not quite sure which sister I loved the most, but I do know that of all the men in the sisters' lives, Hanna's husband win's my heart. In every scene, he was the good guy all the way through. I can't really say that about the other two guys.
I'm always hyper-critical about the way the bonds between sisters are portrayed and I definitely think Julie Pennell got it right here. I loved how these sisters had their monthly girls night and did something just for themselves. I also appreciated how each sister had their own lives...there were things they kept to themselves. I can absolutely say with 100% certainty that I do this and I'm sure others can attest that this is real life.
I also loved how this book was set in a small town. I've lived in small towns all my life and this book had that feeling in spades. While it was set in the south and I live in the north, that small town is so universal. Everybody knows everybody and that doesn't change no matter the geography.
I really enjoyed this book and while I have never won the lottery, it was fun living vicariously through these sisters as they got to live their dreams out after they did. Of course, in the end, the one lesson they learned is the one we all know only too well...money doesn't buy happiness. I cannot recommend this charming book enough.
You can see all my reviews at: http://alwayswithabook.blogspot.com/
August 18, 2021
What would you do if you won the lottery?
Three sisters, Lexi, Callie, and Hanna, have a girls night every month where they play Powerball and watch to see if they win. They have grand ideas of what they'd do if they'd win even if they're pipe dreams. One night the sisters luck turns and they won the Powerball. Now their dreams can come true. As they say, be careful what you wish for...
Louisiana Lucky is a quick fiction read that could potentially be placed in the women's fiction genre. Although I found it a fast read I didn't find it to be one I'll remember for days, or years, to come. The story was fine, but there wasn't anything within in to feel memorable. A lot of the action was predictable. The sisters felt one dimensional and I wanted more from their characterizations.
Thank you to Atria Books and Netgalley for a copy in exchange for my honest review.
Three sisters, Lexi, Callie, and Hanna, have a girls night every month where they play Powerball and watch to see if they win. They have grand ideas of what they'd do if they'd win even if they're pipe dreams. One night the sisters luck turns and they won the Powerball. Now their dreams can come true. As they say, be careful what you wish for...
Louisiana Lucky is a quick fiction read that could potentially be placed in the women's fiction genre. Although I found it a fast read I didn't find it to be one I'll remember for days, or years, to come. The story was fine, but there wasn't anything within in to feel memorable. A lot of the action was predictable. The sisters felt one dimensional and I wanted more from their characterizations.
Thank you to Atria Books and Netgalley for a copy in exchange for my honest review.
April 13, 2020
Thanks to Goodreads and the publisher as I won an advanced uncorrected proof of this book.
In all honesty, I’m not the perfect audience for this story. I think this would appeal to the southern Hallmark crowd, and there’s nothing wrong with that. I enjoy a good Hallmark movie when I need to tune out and escape the world. Louisiana Lucky succeeds on the escapism front to a degree, but there’s a lack of depth there that I’ve come to expect from good books in women’s fiction. It falls short of having any real substance and the characters are one-dimensional. I was also irked because my feminist radar went off just a few too many times. Too many allusions to male partners being saints for tolerating their “crazy” female counterparts.
Anyways, this was ok fluff. There’s better fluff, but you wouldn’t lose anything from reading this.
In all honesty, I’m not the perfect audience for this story. I think this would appeal to the southern Hallmark crowd, and there’s nothing wrong with that. I enjoy a good Hallmark movie when I need to tune out and escape the world. Louisiana Lucky succeeds on the escapism front to a degree, but there’s a lack of depth there that I’ve come to expect from good books in women’s fiction. It falls short of having any real substance and the characters are one-dimensional. I was also irked because my feminist radar went off just a few too many times. Too many allusions to male partners being saints for tolerating their “crazy” female counterparts.
Anyways, this was ok fluff. There’s better fluff, but you wouldn’t lose anything from reading this.
March 28, 2021
A fun beach read to be enjoyed anytime! The story is split between the perspectives of three sisters and each of their individual stories is equally likable. Fairly predictable but that doesn’t take away from the experience in my opinion.
September 13, 2020
Hanna, Callie and Lexi Breaux grew up learning about hard work, saving your pennies and tons of love. Even now that they are older and Hannah is married with two children, they’ve stayed close with family Sundays, girls’ nights and plenty of contact. They do have a ‘tradition’ that is just their own – each girls’ night they buy three lotto tickets, two randomized numbers and one with numbers that are personal. It took years, but finally they won and split over 200 million.
What follows is the tale as each tries to ‘improve’ their lives, while discovering that more money does truly mean more problems – and just how can they have ‘it all’, and not lose themselves in the process. Aside from helping their parents, the girls made dramatic changes to their own lives: perhaps some they had dreamed of, but nothing was that simple. Hanna always wanted her children to go to the elite school in town: but while the children were thriving, she was floundering with the cliques and judgment from the parents, always feeling insecure and chasing that acceptance that came so easily to her in every situation before. Lexi, working as a hairdresser and struggling to make ends meet while her fiancé is finishing veterinary school is planning a simple wedding laden with meaningful moments for them both- and is derailed with her need to have her mother-in-law and her country-club set find her amazing and worthy. Callie an investigative reporter for the town’s flagging newspaper hasn’t really looked further than the next story, except to wonder about the ‘zings’ from her co-worker finds that being flattered and courted by the local news anchor may open the world to new possibilities.
This was such a wonderful and fun story: while the girls lost their perspectives on what was truly important, the one constant was their reliance on one another and the way that the ‘common sense’ they had been raised with and experienced in their lives up to that point did finally take hold as several ‘disastrous in the moment’ events happened to show them what truly was important. Family, joy and coming together while chasing your dreams- the most realistic ones, is what matters. Full of laughter, tears and some lovely writing – this is a story to put a smile on your face.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
What follows is the tale as each tries to ‘improve’ their lives, while discovering that more money does truly mean more problems – and just how can they have ‘it all’, and not lose themselves in the process. Aside from helping their parents, the girls made dramatic changes to their own lives: perhaps some they had dreamed of, but nothing was that simple. Hanna always wanted her children to go to the elite school in town: but while the children were thriving, she was floundering with the cliques and judgment from the parents, always feeling insecure and chasing that acceptance that came so easily to her in every situation before. Lexi, working as a hairdresser and struggling to make ends meet while her fiancé is finishing veterinary school is planning a simple wedding laden with meaningful moments for them both- and is derailed with her need to have her mother-in-law and her country-club set find her amazing and worthy. Callie an investigative reporter for the town’s flagging newspaper hasn’t really looked further than the next story, except to wonder about the ‘zings’ from her co-worker finds that being flattered and courted by the local news anchor may open the world to new possibilities.
This was such a wonderful and fun story: while the girls lost their perspectives on what was truly important, the one constant was their reliance on one another and the way that the ‘common sense’ they had been raised with and experienced in their lives up to that point did finally take hold as several ‘disastrous in the moment’ events happened to show them what truly was important. Family, joy and coming together while chasing your dreams- the most realistic ones, is what matters. Full of laughter, tears and some lovely writing – this is a story to put a smile on your face.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
July 8, 2020
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to review this eARC!
I really enjoyed this book. This is the story of 3 sisters who play the lottery once a month. Each month they buy 2 tickets that are randomly chosen and then one with numbers that are special to them. Every month they come together for their girls night and watch the lottery, expecting not to win, but then one day they do win and they're MILLIONS richer! All 3 have been somewhat irresponsible with money in the past, but I didn't think it was over done.
Hannah is the oldest sister. She has a husband, 2 kids, and a house thats falling down around her. They're barely getting by. Callie is the middle sister. She is a journalist for a failing newspaper but she is scared to strive for more. Lexi is the youngest sister and she is about to get married to a guy who comes from a lot of money, but he doesn't want anything to do with that life. As you can see, all 3 have areas where money would be very helpful.
As many people do, they immediately went on spending sprees. The whole time you have a feeling that things aren't going to end well, but its a fun ride. I loved the southern charm in this book and the relationship between sisters was delightful. Highly recommend!!
SPOILERS AHEAD:
Hannah spends her money on a new house and sends her kids to private school. However, she realizes how catty the private school moms are and what a superficial and unaccepting environment it is. The house also gets damaged in a storm and has HUGE issues, so they end up moving back into their old house and her husband fixes it up.
Callie has been in love with her coworker at the paper forever but they never talk about it. So then a news anchor hits on her (after she's won the money- RED FLAG) and they become an item and eventually get engaged. She also moves over to on air reporting where she's actually making good money. She's the only one who didn't quit her job, but she hates the on air reporting. She also finds out the anchor was just using her so she goes back to her job just in time to be told the paper is going under. She saves the day and ends up with her coworker.
Lexi throws all of her money into the wedding and starts planning with her fiance's super high maintenance mom. She turns into a superficial bridezilla who completely loses sight of the marriage to focus on the wedding. Her finace says he doesn't like who she has become and he calls off the wedding. After some time apart, they come back together and all is well.
I really enjoyed this book. This is the story of 3 sisters who play the lottery once a month. Each month they buy 2 tickets that are randomly chosen and then one with numbers that are special to them. Every month they come together for their girls night and watch the lottery, expecting not to win, but then one day they do win and they're MILLIONS richer! All 3 have been somewhat irresponsible with money in the past, but I didn't think it was over done.
Hannah is the oldest sister. She has a husband, 2 kids, and a house thats falling down around her. They're barely getting by. Callie is the middle sister. She is a journalist for a failing newspaper but she is scared to strive for more. Lexi is the youngest sister and she is about to get married to a guy who comes from a lot of money, but he doesn't want anything to do with that life. As you can see, all 3 have areas where money would be very helpful.
As many people do, they immediately went on spending sprees. The whole time you have a feeling that things aren't going to end well, but its a fun ride. I loved the southern charm in this book and the relationship between sisters was delightful. Highly recommend!!
SPOILERS AHEAD:
Hannah spends her money on a new house and sends her kids to private school. However, she realizes how catty the private school moms are and what a superficial and unaccepting environment it is. The house also gets damaged in a storm and has HUGE issues, so they end up moving back into their old house and her husband fixes it up.
Callie has been in love with her coworker at the paper forever but they never talk about it. So then a news anchor hits on her (after she's won the money- RED FLAG) and they become an item and eventually get engaged. She also moves over to on air reporting where she's actually making good money. She's the only one who didn't quit her job, but she hates the on air reporting. She also finds out the anchor was just using her so she goes back to her job just in time to be told the paper is going under. She saves the day and ends up with her coworker.
Lexi throws all of her money into the wedding and starts planning with her fiance's super high maintenance mom. She turns into a superficial bridezilla who completely loses sight of the marriage to focus on the wedding. Her finace says he doesn't like who she has become and he calls off the wedding. After some time apart, they come back together and all is well.
August 9, 2020
Louisiana Lucky by Julie Pennell is a delightful, lightweight read. The Mary Poppins’ song, “a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down”, applies to Louisiana Lucky in that there are so strong messages about money not buying happiness and being careful about you wish for that are easily consumed given the sweetness of the Breaux sisters.
Breaux sisters Lexi, Callie and Hanna are each delightful and their sibling attachment and support is sweet. They and their family are just scraping by. Sometimes their monthly investment in three lottery tickets required scraping together the coins at the bottom of their purse and forgoing a full tank of gas. Their banter is infectious and the dialogue is authentic. So, when the girls get lucky one Thursday evening, I couldn’t help but be swept up in their excitement.
However, as soon as the girls get their check, the pitfalls of quickly and publicly becoming very wealthy become apparent. Whether it is about being caught up in buying up what they think they need to be like the people whose lives they covet or being romantically pursued solely for their new wealth, all three sisters learn just how wealthy they were before winning the lottery.
Yes, the plot might be somewhat predictable, but the characters make Louisiana Lucky a fun read.
I received an advance copy of this book from Atria Books in exchange for my honest review. For more reading recommendations, visit Book Junkie Reviews at www.abookjunkiereviews.wordpress.com
January 5, 2021
The Breaux girls (Hanna, Callie and Lexi) are a close-knit family from a small-town in Louisiana who have always grown up poor. They’ve spent years playing the lottery and fantasizing about the ways this money could change their lives, when one Sunday, they actually end up winning the major Powerball. For Lexi, the changes include creating the fanciest (end most expensive) wedding ever-mostly to impress her mother in law. When things begin changing in her relationship to her fiancé, will they make it out okay? For Hanna, the changes include buying a fancy new house, sending her kids to a fancy private school and doing whatever it takes to fit in with the old money set. Will Hanna lose herself in trying to become someone she’s not? As for Callie, not much changes besides her wish for love: will her heart allow her to open up to someone new or will she forever be pining for her coworker? This was a sweet story. It felt like eating a big, savory cupcake. There was a little bit of bitter (all the bad stuff the sisters had to go through) but it was shockingly sweet. If you’re looking for a feel-good story with a good message behind it (money doesn’t buy happiness), then you’ll fall in love with this story. If you’re into cheesy Hallmark movie type books, this is a great book for you.
February 16, 2023
There's just something about a book set in the south that makes it sweet as candy! 🍭🍬🧁 I've never even been to Louisiana, but I really resonated with the descriptions of pretty days and the theme of family that this book provides. ❤️
We meet 3 sisters in this story who dream of having better- better homes, a better wedding, better school for their kids, you name it. When they win the lottery and are overnight millionaires, as you can imagine, things quickly change in their lives. I loved the sisters' personalities and their relationship with one another. In another life I would totally be a journalist, so I really loved Callie's story as she navigated life as a journalist for the small town paper. (Also yes I know I can absolutely change my career if I want...and I might! I'm in a weird place career-wise so WATCH OUT WORLD). 💁🏼♀️
This is a classic story of money doesn't equal happiness, but throw in some strong personalities and southern sass and you get Louisiana Lucky. I loved the strong family connections throughout this story and all the lessons each sister learns. Such a cute read!
We meet 3 sisters in this story who dream of having better- better homes, a better wedding, better school for their kids, you name it. When they win the lottery and are overnight millionaires, as you can imagine, things quickly change in their lives. I loved the sisters' personalities and their relationship with one another. In another life I would totally be a journalist, so I really loved Callie's story as she navigated life as a journalist for the small town paper. (Also yes I know I can absolutely change my career if I want...and I might! I'm in a weird place career-wise so WATCH OUT WORLD). 💁🏼♀️
This is a classic story of money doesn't equal happiness, but throw in some strong personalities and southern sass and you get Louisiana Lucky. I loved the strong family connections throughout this story and all the lessons each sister learns. Such a cute read!
August 21, 2020
I loved this book! I stayed up late last night... 10:30 ok so late for me 😂 to finish it. And I am SO happy that I did. I love that this book had characters who are blue collar and know the struggle of life. I also come from humble beginnings and know what it’s like to want more than the cards you’ve been dealt. My life ended up going in a different direction and in some ways I feel like I’ve won the lottery myself! But I never forget where I came from and the humble beginnings I started with. And I think the author did a great way of showing that money doesn’t necessarily always mean happiness and it’s not about the cards you’ve been dealt but about the way you deal with them. I loved going through each sisters story and the way they chose to deal with their money. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who needs a light, easy, enjoyable read. 4 ⭐️ for me! Louisiana Lucky is currently available for purchase! Go get y’all’s copy now. I loved it! 😊❤️
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