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Get Away Closer
“You only get one chance to make a first impression.”
When Charlie Lawrence meets his neighbor, it’s not good.
Lanie Kelly is a small town girl who loves contemporary rock n’ roll; lives the night owl life; and craves peace and quiet.
Charlie is a city boy who loves country western music; sunrise walks with his dogs; and woodworking with his collection of power tools.
They share a driveway and little else.
Sparks fly as summer heats up and a thunderstorm drops a tree on Charlie’s house. As their relationship begins to blossom, a fifty year old family feud and a toxic ex-lover test its strength.
With hearts and homes on the line, Lanie and Charlie must decide to give up or…
Get Away Closer.
When Charlie Lawrence meets his neighbor, it’s not good.
Lanie Kelly is a small town girl who loves contemporary rock n’ roll; lives the night owl life; and craves peace and quiet.
Charlie is a city boy who loves country western music; sunrise walks with his dogs; and woodworking with his collection of power tools.
They share a driveway and little else.
Sparks fly as summer heats up and a thunderstorm drops a tree on Charlie’s house. As their relationship begins to blossom, a fifty year old family feud and a toxic ex-lover test its strength.
With hearts and homes on the line, Lanie and Charlie must decide to give up or…
Get Away Closer.
- GenresRomanceContemporary
228 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 25, 2020
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About the author
S.H. Pratt
21 books306 followersAward-winning writer of women's fiction-romance - a hybrid of all the best parts of both genre. Author of RONE award finalist, Beyond the Dark and RONE winner, Get Away Closer. Don't forget to look for Roman's Gift on Amazon's Kindle Vella. Mom of three awesome nerds and two crazy cats. Quilter, reader, baker, and movie lover.
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July 14, 2020
With chemistry that pulsates off the page and draws readers in like a rock-n-roll ballad at a favorite concert, “Get Away Closer” is a romantic comedy destined to go platinum!
Read full review in the 2020 Summer issue of InD'tale Magazine.
Read full review in the 2020 Summer issue of InD'tale Magazine.
August 22, 2023
Get Away Closer tells the story of an opposite pair (early bird and night-owl) living next door to each other, both with elderly grandmas in the local vicinity. I loved how they first met and Lanie's grumpiness when she was woken up. Their relationship is a slow-burning one although, when it moves, it moves. I loved the descriptions Ms. Pratt gives us in the book - of the storms, the blanket, the wood, and sky blue, pink, and purple.
Ms. Pratt also manages to show the reader how grandparents can be different with their peers than they are with their grandchildren! Out of the two, I will admit to feeling sorry for Esther more than Irene, but both these ladies know how to hold a grudge.
This is a lighter read than some of Ms. Pratt's works but she details magnificently how a 'big, strong man' can be abused, and how it makes him feel. I thought this covered the subject beautifully and even read parts out to my young daughters, as I feel it is important for them to understand that bullying is not just by one sex.
This was a wonderful story that kept my attention and the pages turning. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this story or, indeed, any other of Ms. Pratt's works. Brilliant.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
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Jun 25, 2020
Ms. Pratt also manages to show the reader how grandparents can be different with their peers than they are with their grandchildren! Out of the two, I will admit to feeling sorry for Esther more than Irene, but both these ladies know how to hold a grudge.
This is a lighter read than some of Ms. Pratt's works but she details magnificently how a 'big, strong man' can be abused, and how it makes him feel. I thought this covered the subject beautifully and even read parts out to my young daughters, as I feel it is important for them to understand that bullying is not just by one sex.
This was a wonderful story that kept my attention and the pages turning. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this story or, indeed, any other of Ms. Pratt's works. Brilliant.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Jun 25, 2020
June 26, 2020
I really, REALLY enjoyed this!
It's a delightful read, that kept me fully engaged from start to finish!
I loved Lanie's expletives, they made me chuckle, they really did. I loved that Charlie was quick to try to appease the grumpy neighbour by keeping quiet first thing in the morning, but also that it enabled Charlie to refind his joy at using his grandad's hand tools.
I LOVED the thing with the grandmas! I must admit, I saw that coming at me a mile off, but I didn't quite see it going down like that and Charlie and Lanie finding out in the manner they did.
It's not overly explicit, but then again, Pratt's work never is, but it's not about that. Its about the getting to know someone, and the falling in love with someone. It's about the emotions involved in a new relationship, for Charlie especially here rather than the physical aspect.
And OH!!
That cover is just PERFECT! I love the covers this author uses, I really do.
A thoroughly enjoyable 4 star read.
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It's a delightful read, that kept me fully engaged from start to finish!
I loved Lanie's expletives, they made me chuckle, they really did. I loved that Charlie was quick to try to appease the grumpy neighbour by keeping quiet first thing in the morning, but also that it enabled Charlie to refind his joy at using his grandad's hand tools.
I LOVED the thing with the grandmas! I must admit, I saw that coming at me a mile off, but I didn't quite see it going down like that and Charlie and Lanie finding out in the manner they did.
It's not overly explicit, but then again, Pratt's work never is, but it's not about that. Its about the getting to know someone, and the falling in love with someone. It's about the emotions involved in a new relationship, for Charlie especially here rather than the physical aspect.
And OH!!
That cover is just PERFECT! I love the covers this author uses, I really do.
A thoroughly enjoyable 4 star read.
**same worded review will appear elsewhere**
June 28, 2020
He's country - she's rock & roll. Charlie is a high school shop teacher and woodworker, and the survivor of an abusive relationship. Lanie is the singer/drummer in a rock band. He's getting up in the morning around the time that she's going to bed. Their first meeting was less than impressive, but they eventually begin to warm up to each other. This is my first read from this author, and all I can say is, what took me so long? I could not put this book down once I started reading. I dragged y iPad all over the house as I did my chores and ate lunch. Despite their shaky introduction, there's a ton of attraction between Charlie and Lanie, and once they get past their obvious differences, they actually have a lot in common. I'm impressed that his abusive relationship was dealt with in a sensitive manner. Unbeknownst to them, their grandmothers, who live in the same senior community, have a 50-year-old hate fest going on. I love how that situation is handled. I'm looking forward to more from this author.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 16, 2020
Lanie is a member of the band, Ginger Sapphire and has just returned from touring. When she is dragged from sleep by the noise next door, she is not happy and goes to let her neighbor know, Will Lanie and Charlie ever be friends or something more? Grab your copy and read along as they spend time getting to know each other. I loved that the story had a side story involving the grandmother’s of Lanie and Charlie. If you’re looking for a story that deals with several issues and keeps you flipping the pages to learn more, then you won’t be disappointed with this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 27, 2020
A gloriously sweet and sassy read! Get Away Closer is a true romance, the kind that scoots around sex and concentrates more on the important things. This is what makes it a delight to read, the slow burn between two people that builds into something neither expected. A shared family history that won't be put to rest easily, not with two strong-willed grandmothers being mighty stubborn!!
Get Away Closer is perfect for a lazy afternoon read, cuppa in hand and wrapped in your favourite blanket.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Get Away Closer is perfect for a lazy afternoon read, cuppa in hand and wrapped in your favourite blanket.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 31, 2022
Get Away Closer is a contemporary romance by S.H. Pratt. This author has provided readers with a well-written book populated with outstanding characters. It is written in first person, alternating point of view format, not my favorite and the reason I rated it a 3 instead of 4. Charlie and Lanie's story is packed with drama, humor and spice. I enjoyed this book. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.
I voluntarily read a complimentary copy of this book that I received from a third party. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read a complimentary copy of this book that I received from a third party. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
June 27, 2020
This lighthearted, sweet, and fun book was just I needed with everything going on! The characters are well written and relatable, and the book itself just flows well. I LOVE that MFC is the rocker for a change, and I just love her!! Well worth the read!
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June 30, 2020
This story will grab your heart and not let go! Difference of opinions and crazy grandmas add to the adventure. Grab yourself a copy! You won't be sorry.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 23, 2021
Get Away Closer
What an amazing heartfelt book. These characters grabbed my heart and filled it to the brim with love. The Grandmother's were awesome in their snarkyness. This is a must read.
What an amazing heartfelt book. These characters grabbed my heart and filled it to the brim with love. The Grandmother's were awesome in their snarkyness. This is a must read.
April 3, 2022
I enjoyed this book. The characters were fantastic. The storyline was good. I just never emotionally connected and that's the only reason for 4 instead of 5 stars..
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