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The Better Version of Me
From USA Today best-selling author Marni Mann comes a gripping story about secrets, loss, and finding the better version of yourself in the wake of tragedy. At forty-two, Jesse Black had the perfect life. Even after surviving her father's passing, she still had everything she dreamed of―two beautiful children and a husband madly in love with her. She was the owner of one of the most successful shapewear companies in the country. There was even a white picket fence around their home in Vermont. But underneath all that sparkle, shine, and achievement, Jesse was harboring a secret. A secret that would rip their perfect family apart and alter their lives forever―if it was ever revealed.
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61 books7,060 followersUSA Today Bestselling author Marni Mann knew she was going to be a writer since middle school. While other girls her age were daydreaming about teenage pop stars, Marni was fantasizing about penning her first novel. She crafts sexy, titillating stories that weave together her love of darkness, mystery, passion, and human emotions. A New Englander at heart, she now lives in Sarasota, Florida, with her husband and their Yellow Lab. When she’s not nose deep in her laptop, working on her next novel, she’s scouring for chocolate, sipping wine, traveling, or devouring fabulous books.
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May 22, 2019
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! The Assistant (stand-alone). A tale of life love, loss & shocking new beginnings.
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Hero: ★★★★
Heroine: ★★★★
Plot: ★★★★
Storytelling: ★★★★1/2
Sexual tension: ★★★★
Sex scenes: ★★★★
Story ending: ★★★★
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OVERALL RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Angst: | HIGH FOCUS |
Darkness: | MEDIUM FOCUS |
Humor: | LOW FOCUS |
Kink: | LOW FOCUS |
Romance: | MEDIUM FOCUS |
Sex frequency: | MEDIUM FOCUS |
Suspense: | MEDIUM FOCUS |
Thanks Liz for our ARC(F)BR!
ARC provided to me by author Marni Mann in exchange for an honest review.
May 25, 2019
**Spoilers**
I imagine if Verity, A Life made of Lava, and The Marriage Lie had a distant, estranged, and disgraced book cousin, then The Assistant would be it, and while I want so much to rant I find that I really can't be bothered.
This derivative, unengaging story tried so hard to manipulate the reader. Nothing felt real. Not Emery -who, apparently was the next best thing since snickers ice-cream- or Jessie - who was irrational and conceited, admittedly with good reason- or Charlotte - who was flatter than naan bread.
It started out well enough as we got to know Emery and Jessie (and this is where Mann's writing was at its most compelling), but unfortunately, she squandered what could have been a truly heartbreaking story and it all became prolonged, overly dramatic, and tbh, nonsensical. No mother who claims to love her kids would leave in that manner. Period.
For that matter, no husband is that perfect nor would a true friend ever agree to deceive your family regardless of the extenuating circumstances. All these elements were unrealistic and, to me, completely unlikely. In the same manner, the story was one solid and continuous flat-liner with an overload of foreshadowing (if you didn't see that twist then you must have slept through the preceding chapters). Seriously?!
May 9, 2019
MY REVIEW AND OTHERS: can also be found on my blog: ➽ KITTY KATS CRAZY ABOUT BOOKS
THE ASSISTANT: is a full length standalone romance novel by Marni Mann. Spoken in multiple POV's. This is a safe read. Well shit a brick this is going to take a magic trick not to divulge any spoilers..Go into this blind!! Don't look at reviews incase they divulge spoilers. You need that element of surprise this book takes you on to fully enjoy it. Come release day get those fingers #oneclicking
Jesse Black has been married to her best friend Emery Black for twenty four years, these two met back in their freshman years. She's the CEO of a thriving business called Cinched, that designs shapewear. But she has decided to take a step back so that she can spend time with her family.
Her husband Emery is an outstanding architect, they have two beautiful children, Viv who is seventeen and Tommy at twelve. Emery has just been offered a dream of a lifetime to design a new high rise building. Things are starting to get busy which is why Jesse suggests that it's about time he hires an assistant.
Enter thirty-two year old Charlotte Scott. She comes in and takes the Black's under her wings. She makes everyone's lives so much easier. She takes on more than what is required of her, from a shoulder to lean on, to working into the wee hours of the morning.
Nothing and I mean nothing at all prepared me for this book..
This took me on such an unexpected emotional journey. Straight away as I hit the prologue I was pulled under a cloak of sadness as it clawed its way into my heart..
But that was only the beginning..
More was headed my way.
A twist had my heart breaking, enveloping it in such profound sadness as I read in disbelief because never in a million years did I ever expect that outcome. And part of me didn't want to carry on reading..
And yet again I wasn’t prepared for it..
I was left floundering, an emotional wreck lapping up the words the author was throwing at me. I devoured this in one sitting. From front to back I ate up the authors words. This flitted from then to now and it just fits this book perfectly.
I sat here for a while contemplating my rating tossing up between a 5 and 4 star rating and finally went with 5 stars and here's why.. I loved how much this took me by surprise, the twists and turns that I never expected, the ending that had me gobsmacked, with love came heartbreak which all made for a riveting read.
May 8, 2019
The word Brilliant doesn't even get to touch it, it packs supernova of emotions, heartsqueezing sentiments, that will leave you on your knees. Begging & gasping for more.
What an unbelievable journey marni takes us on!!! It's beauty lies in the disturbing details and distressful subject.The irony is- it's not bold and hard hitting at all. It creeps on you silently and the punch it lands in your solar plexus will make you double up in pain and grief. I've read it with knotted stomach and a lump in my throat
Most people will identify with it cause they've been touched by this kind of a situation in their life directly or indirectly. It starts out on a happy, joyous note and throughout the story I was waiting for the shoe to drop (cause I know M). And when she steel-toed boot kicks your heart, it is not unexpected yet devastatingly impactful just the same....and then some.
I've been her ardent fan since Memoirs, but that story held power in its content, this story holds power in its treatment and plotting. There's agitation churning right beneath the surface, I see breadcrumbs scattered along the trail all over, giving subtle hints and tiny clues. So my advice - READ ACUTELY!!
I started the book with one vantage viewpoint, finished it with tears in my eyes
Then I noted a tiny loose thread of a detail I'd missed. As soon as i picked it , the whole story turned on its side, went belly up and everything CLICKED INTO PLACE 😮
"How do I make it last as long as possible?"
she had warned me that it would break my heart, but nothing could have prepared me for the heartcrushing effect. Its like a stun-grenade was thrown in, filling the book with smoke & blinding flash of light and I legit choked and sputtered, not believing what the hidden inferences were pointing me towards!!!
“Promise me you’ll always make smart choices .”
The KEY WORD -> Smart Choices!
There are NO right or wrong answers to any problem in real life...C'est La Vie!!
Very simple story- The Blacks are a blissfully married, utterly devoted and sickeningly in love couple, complete with the most adorably beautiful children. Rich and successful, they have nothing to want for financially. They have a halo of love surrounding their home, till a hurricane sweeps in and their dream life is huffed and puffed and just brought down!!
Enter the Assistant -Charlotte Scott. She's meticulous, efficient, persistent, hard-working and most of all has a kind sympathetic heart.
What could go wrong?
What does go wrong?
How to hide that wrong?
"He was my soul mate. My best friend. The only man I ever wanted to be with.
There was no doubt in my mind he was perfect for me. So, why couldn’t I tell him.........?!*gasp**
The trouble with marni's books is that they make you ditch the world, the daily life, kids, hubs.....and nothing gets done. I finished the book at 11 pm, then tossed and turned the WHOLE DAMN NIGHT !!
That's how effectual the story was. It's still plaguing my mind, I've gone back, read and reread some scenes and its taken me few hours to sort out the tangled web.
I couldn't stop crying, partly due to the unfairness of it all and partly due to the strength of spirit, despite of it all.
Characters are soft, vulnerable and powerless like normal human beings, yet filled with super human strength within. They act out of love and dignity of spirit. Friendship, kinship, support and besotted love fill the pages and hence the losses become unbearable by the end.
Particularly notice the grammar in the book, the narrative voices and play on words, they are truely masterful. Each character gets a different treatment and attention and it's not overtly noticeable. AMAZING!!!
I'm now out of tears and out of words. Bravo for delivering yet another masterpiece Marni, my adoration for you keeps getting deeper❤
5 stars for "Tumbling Down the Rabbit Hole"
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What an unbelievable journey marni takes us on!!! It's beauty lies in the disturbing details and distressful subject.The irony is- it's not bold and hard hitting at all. It creeps on you silently and the punch it lands in your solar plexus will make you double up in pain and grief. I've read it with knotted stomach and a lump in my throat
Most people will identify with it cause they've been touched by this kind of a situation in their life directly or indirectly. It starts out on a happy, joyous note and throughout the story I was waiting for the shoe to drop (cause I know M). And when she steel-toed boot kicks your heart, it is not unexpected yet devastatingly impactful just the same....and then some.
I've been her ardent fan since Memoirs, but that story held power in its content, this story holds power in its treatment and plotting. There's agitation churning right beneath the surface, I see breadcrumbs scattered along the trail all over, giving subtle hints and tiny clues. So my advice - READ ACUTELY!!
I started the book with one vantage viewpoint, finished it with tears in my eyes
Then I noted a tiny loose thread of a detail I'd missed. As soon as i picked it , the whole story turned on its side, went belly up and everything CLICKED INTO PLACE 😮
"How do I make it last as long as possible?"
she had warned me that it would break my heart, but nothing could have prepared me for the heartcrushing effect. Its like a stun-grenade was thrown in, filling the book with smoke & blinding flash of light and I legit choked and sputtered, not believing what the hidden inferences were pointing me towards!!!
“Promise me you’ll always make smart choices .”
The KEY WORD -> Smart Choices!
There are NO right or wrong answers to any problem in real life...C'est La Vie!!
Very simple story- The Blacks are a blissfully married, utterly devoted and sickeningly in love couple, complete with the most adorably beautiful children. Rich and successful, they have nothing to want for financially. They have a halo of love surrounding their home, till a hurricane sweeps in and their dream life is huffed and puffed and just brought down!!
Enter the Assistant -Charlotte Scott. She's meticulous, efficient, persistent, hard-working and most of all has a kind sympathetic heart.
What could go wrong?
What does go wrong?
How to hide that wrong?
"He was my soul mate. My best friend. The only man I ever wanted to be with.
There was no doubt in my mind he was perfect for me. So, why couldn’t I tell him.........?!*gasp**
The trouble with marni's books is that they make you ditch the world, the daily life, kids, hubs.....and nothing gets done. I finished the book at 11 pm, then tossed and turned the WHOLE DAMN NIGHT !!
That's how effectual the story was. It's still plaguing my mind, I've gone back, read and reread some scenes and its taken me few hours to sort out the tangled web.
I couldn't stop crying, partly due to the unfairness of it all and partly due to the strength of spirit, despite of it all.
Characters are soft, vulnerable and powerless like normal human beings, yet filled with super human strength within. They act out of love and dignity of spirit. Friendship, kinship, support and besotted love fill the pages and hence the losses become unbearable by the end.
Particularly notice the grammar in the book, the narrative voices and play on words, they are truely masterful. Each character gets a different treatment and attention and it's not overtly noticeable. AMAZING!!!
I'm now out of tears and out of words. Bravo for delivering yet another masterpiece Marni, my adoration for you keeps getting deeper❤
5 stars for "Tumbling Down the Rabbit Hole"
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May 22, 2019
5 Breathtaking Stars
PHENOMENAL is the only word that comes to mind to describe this amazing book. I don't see anything knocking this from my top read of 2019!!
Holy hell! Marni tried to shatter me before I even got to chapter 1. That prologue gutted me so much I had to put the book down for a while before reading more. With a start like that you know you are in for an intense ride.
After her father's death Jesse decides she needs to spend more time at home with her family. She makes the hard decision to step away from the shapewear company Chinched she had started years before. I liked how Jesse was able to find peace in books, I know most of us can relate to that.
Jesse's husband Emery is an architect who just landed a huge project in the city. Jesse suggest he gets an assistant so that he could also spend time with them. Or was it for other reasons?? That's all I'm saying about the plot as you need to go into this book blind to get the full thrilling effect. This is a book that NEEDS TO BE READ by everyone. I can see it affecting everyone so differently but let me tell you, it will affect you.
I . AM . SHATTERED!!
My heart was breaking in the prologue and slowly kept breaking through the entire book. I could sense what was happening but didn't want it to be true, I was trying to come up with different scenarios in my head that's how bad I didn't want to believe what was happening. This was one of the most painful books I've ever read and it touched me so personally that I am finding it really hard to describe my emotions.
A brilliantly written story of one women's strength and loyalty in the most devastating of circumstances. It sure put life back into perspective for me, a reminder of what life is really about and to love those closest to you unconditionally and to the fullest!! LOVED IT!!
PHENOMENAL is the only word that comes to mind to describe this amazing book. I don't see anything knocking this from my top read of 2019!!
Holy hell! Marni tried to shatter me before I even got to chapter 1. That prologue gutted me so much I had to put the book down for a while before reading more. With a start like that you know you are in for an intense ride.
After her father's death Jesse decides she needs to spend more time at home with her family. She makes the hard decision to step away from the shapewear company Chinched she had started years before. I liked how Jesse was able to find peace in books, I know most of us can relate to that.
Jesse's husband Emery is an architect who just landed a huge project in the city. Jesse suggest he gets an assistant so that he could also spend time with them. Or was it for other reasons?? That's all I'm saying about the plot as you need to go into this book blind to get the full thrilling effect. This is a book that NEEDS TO BE READ by everyone. I can see it affecting everyone so differently but let me tell you, it will affect you.
I . AM . SHATTERED!!
My heart was breaking in the prologue and slowly kept breaking through the entire book. I could sense what was happening but didn't want it to be true, I was trying to come up with different scenarios in my head that's how bad I didn't want to believe what was happening. This was one of the most painful books I've ever read and it touched me so personally that I am finding it really hard to describe my emotions.
A brilliantly written story of one women's strength and loyalty in the most devastating of circumstances. It sure put life back into perspective for me, a reminder of what life is really about and to love those closest to you unconditionally and to the fullest!! LOVED IT!!
May 20, 2019
5 STARS
I'm specheless and I have no words omg this was brilliant,captivating and unique!I was hooked from page one and I couldn't stop reading it, I read it so fast.I wasn't expected anything like this.I don't know what to say.
This is one of these stories you should go blind and enjoy it.It was fast paced and I find myself anxious to see what is going to happen.This is a complex story that make me ach and it was so emotional and intense.My heart, even though I finished this earlier still thinking about it!
Marni Mann has become a favorite author, her latest books are amazing!This is another unforgettable and emotional story that left me specheless!
I'm specheless and I have no words omg this was brilliant,captivating and unique!I was hooked from page one and I couldn't stop reading it, I read it so fast.I wasn't expected anything like this.I don't know what to say.
This is one of these stories you should go blind and enjoy it.It was fast paced and I find myself anxious to see what is going to happen.This is a complex story that make me ach and it was so emotional and intense.My heart, even though I finished this earlier still thinking about it!
Marni Mann has become a favorite author, her latest books are amazing!This is another unforgettable and emotional story that left me specheless!
May 21, 2019
It's 2:25 am in Turkey right now. My husband and my son are sleeping and I'm silently crying... 😭😭😭
I wasn't expecting that end. It felt like a slap on my face... FUCK! 😭😭😭
I wasn't expecting that end. It felt like a slap on my face... FUCK! 😭😭😭
May 24, 2019
This dude got in a relationship with his assistant months after his wife’s death. Mind you, they were “very” much in love for 24 years, and then suddenly five years later he’s married to his assistant and have a child together. Lol. Don’t get me started on the assistant.
I’m surprised a lot of people gave this 5 stars. This book was eh...
I’m surprised a lot of people gave this 5 stars. This book was eh...
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 18, 2019
There’s a reason why Marni Mann is hands down one of my authors. Her ability to make you feel so many different emotions that you yourself didn’t even know existed and how she’s managed to capture that essence of the one thing that you were craving, is the reason why I will forever be a lifelong fan. Not only does she flip the script and not keep you characterize into one box, she tests your limit without you even knowing what’s happening. Dark romance? She has you covered? Emotional turmoil? She’s your girl. Mind f*ck? Honey she’s the written book and you’re over here still scratching your head trying to figure out HOW.
First let me be honest and say that I’ve read 3 reviews before I started this book and all of them said the exact same thing: Go into this book blindly and avoid any and all spoilers. So with that in mind, I followed that rule to a T and went into the unknown. I had an idea what this book was going to be like and I felt good about it. My confidence quickly took a nose dive when I realized that what I thought, was NOT what this book was going to be about at all. I had no clue what I getting myself into and then 50% in, I started to get antsy and worried…for good reason.
This one took me be surprise for a little bit and I must say that I have mixed feelings about the outcome. A huge part of me can understand why it was done and what would’ve happened if things had gone the other way but there’s still a voice in the back of my head. It’s not roaring loud or arrogant, but it’s there and it’s whispers is the one thing that is getting me right now. Am I happy? Do I want more? Was this the right decision? I think that a part of me will always wonder and I despite that feeling, I really have to applaud this author for doing that.
As I’ve said before, this story needs to be read without any background knowledge or even a hint of the storyline because the characters that are in this book, deserve that. They are meant to be in that protective layer and shielded for a certain amount of time until they decide it’s time to show you what they’re all about. You will love them whole heartedly, feel this sense of pride and love because they let their guard down, but the main thing that will hit you and wreck you the most? Is knowing that you got to witness their ups and downs, the sacrifices, their heartbreak, their love, and their strength.
There is no doubt that this was beautiful story and I always say at the end of my reviews if I recommend the book or not and this will be no different: Read this book!!
May 21, 2019
Yep, this is me.......
May rocks, thank goodness I'm getting all winners😍😍
Each book I read from this author, I fall in love with her writing even more. This book is simply beautiful! My lord the feels while reading this, dangggggggg.
And really, Im short in my reviews anyway, but this one is really hard to write. I am big on no spoilers, and I don't know what to say to make sure I don't slip......
Just.....
I know you will be getting knocked down with the feels too, so go in blind and hang on ❤️
May rocks, thank goodness I'm getting all winners😍😍
Each book I read from this author, I fall in love with her writing even more. This book is simply beautiful! My lord the feels while reading this, dangggggggg.
And really, Im short in my reviews anyway, but this one is really hard to write. I am big on no spoilers, and I don't know what to say to make sure I don't slip......
Just.....
I know you will be getting knocked down with the feels too, so go in blind and hang on ❤️
May 22, 2019
4.5 Stars
THIS BOOK HAS ME SHOOK!!!!
ABSOLUTELY SHOOK.
I can't even gather my thoughts! It is jaw dropping. I've NEVER read a novel with a storyline like this. It's 1000% unique, completely thought-provoking, heartbreaking, and filled with feels! The twist is one that will leave you shell-shocked, and the ending is sooooooooo fucking gasp worthy! I'm still reeling (days later), and I don't know what I feel right now.
This story is so complex, it's layered, it's gritty, and it will stir a million different thoughts and feeling inside you. It's a story that will get you talking, that will make you pause and think think think - what you would do in this situation? It's deep, it's hard, it's intriguing, it's uncomfortable, it's a lot of things. SUPER LAYERED! Super different.
If there is one thing I can say, it's that Marni Mann is SO FRIGGIN TALENTED. This author pushes the bar, she does NOT write to market. She's a smart writer, unconventional, powerfully talented, and I'm a HUGE FREAKING FAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you're looking for something outside the box, outside of the normal books you read everyday, this indie author, and this book--The Assistant--are definitely worth a read. I was blown away, left breathless, and I can't stop thinking about these characters! So damn good.
THIS BOOK HAS ME SHOOK!!!!
ABSOLUTELY SHOOK.
I can't even gather my thoughts! It is jaw dropping. I've NEVER read a novel with a storyline like this. It's 1000% unique, completely thought-provoking, heartbreaking, and filled with feels! The twist is one that will leave you shell-shocked, and the ending is sooooooooo fucking gasp worthy! I'm still reeling (days later), and I don't know what I feel right now.
This story is so complex, it's layered, it's gritty, and it will stir a million different thoughts and feeling inside you. It's a story that will get you talking, that will make you pause and think think think - what you would do in this situation? It's deep, it's hard, it's intriguing, it's uncomfortable, it's a lot of things. SUPER LAYERED! Super different.
If there is one thing I can say, it's that Marni Mann is SO FRIGGIN TALENTED. This author pushes the bar, she does NOT write to market. She's a smart writer, unconventional, powerfully talented, and I'm a HUGE FREAKING FAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you're looking for something outside the box, outside of the normal books you read everyday, this indie author, and this book--The Assistant--are definitely worth a read. I was blown away, left breathless, and I can't stop thinking about these characters! So damn good.
June 14, 2019
Genre: Romantic Thriller
Type: Standalone
POV: First Person – Dual & Third Person
Rating:
Jesse Black knew the importance of making time. As a successful business owner, she dedicated most of her time to her work. But an important wake-up call drove her to step back and focused on her family.
With her husband Emery own career reaching the sky, it was time for him to hire an assistant. Charlotte Scott’s presence could bring a world of difference to the Black family, in ways neither of them anticipated.
I started this book without any knowledge of the story (including blurb) or expectations and it is the best way to enjoy this book. I was able to fully immerse myself in the story.
This book touched a sensitive issue that not everyone would be able to appreciate. But for me, that’s where the beauty is. Life is never black and white, so I fully understood the choices made by the characters. I always love when a book made me ponder on my own choices if faced with the same situation.
The Assistant is a story of doing what’s best. It would appeal to readers who enjoy a thought-provoking story.
♦ ✖ ♦ . . . (F)BR With Twinsie CC . . . ♦ ✖ ♦
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Type: Standalone
POV: First Person – Dual & Third Person
Rating:
Jesse Black knew the importance of making time. As a successful business owner, she dedicated most of her time to her work. But an important wake-up call drove her to step back and focused on her family.
With her husband Emery own career reaching the sky, it was time for him to hire an assistant. Charlotte Scott’s presence could bring a world of difference to the Black family, in ways neither of them anticipated.
I started this book without any knowledge of the story (including blurb) or expectations and it is the best way to enjoy this book. I was able to fully immerse myself in the story.
That picture had been next to our bed since we got married, and it had moved with us to all the places we lived. The smile in that shot was nothing like the one I wore now. It had dulled. And I knew exactly when it’d happened.
This book touched a sensitive issue that not everyone would be able to appreciate. But for me, that’s where the beauty is. Life is never black and white, so I fully understood the choices made by the characters. I always love when a book made me ponder on my own choices if faced with the same situation.
The Assistant is a story of doing what’s best. It would appeal to readers who enjoy a thought-provoking story.
♦ ✖ ♦ . . . (F)BR With Twinsie CC . . . ♦ ✖ ♦
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June 4, 2019
"Executive assistant to an architect, in-home work environment."
The Assistant is a heart provoking psychological contemporary fiction. Jesse Black wants more time with her husband and her children. In order to facilitate more time, she encourages her husband Emery to hire an assistant. When Charlotte Scott joins the Black family, everything is about to be forever changed.
The Assistant is not for the faint at heart. The complexities of the content are intense and the uncertainty will leave you on the edge of your seat the entire read! I truly experienced the entire spectrum of emotions while reading. I would love to share more but the truth is, you should enter this journey completely blind!
"...were you ever going to tell me?"Overall, Marni Mann has always been one of my go-to authors. I love her commitment to her characters and the stories in which she creates. The Assistant will appeal to readers who enjoy a heartbreaking story of being present for the ones we love. I look forward to seeing what Ms. Mann creates next!
✰ ARC graciously provided in exchange for an honest review!
✰This was an (F)BR with my bestie SueBee! Thank you for joining me on this journey!
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May 25, 2019
Well, I'm bummed! Such high expectations I had for this book but unfortunately, it just wasn't for me. The story didn't go in the direction I was expecting and not to my liking either. Sigh! Can't get into much without giving away spoilers and no way I'm doing that. On the plus side, I did finish it points for that. Hopefully, you'll like it more than I did. ♥️
May 27, 2019
I've read one book by Marni Mann. I loved When Ashes Fall. Love it!
The Assistant was a complete and utter dud for me.
I did not enjoy. I was bored out of the mind. And When I wasn't bored, I was rather uncomfortable with the entire situation.
I didn't DNF the book so you can't tell me that the storyline got better.
Maybe you might have loved it but I didn't. I didn't enjoy it.
The Assistant was a complete and utter dud for me.
I did not enjoy. I was bored out of the mind. And When I wasn't bored, I was rather uncomfortable with the entire situation.
I didn't DNF the book so you can't tell me that the storyline got better.
Maybe you might have loved it but I didn't. I didn't enjoy it.
May 21, 2019
No not my cup of tea ,H is over h too soon :( I don‘t like this kind of story and I had a feeling I know what will happen after reading the first chapters.
I don‘t want to read about H getting over h by getting hot new assistant who is perfect for him and chosen by his wife .
This is tragic drama ,no romance .
I would have loved to read spoilers because I would have not bought the book.
I don‘t want to read about H getting over h by getting hot new assistant who is perfect for him and chosen by his wife .
This is tragic drama ,no romance .
I would have loved to read spoilers because I would have not bought the book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 5, 2019
4.5 Stars
Jesse Black is a successful entrepreneur, supportive wife and a loving mother. After losing her father, Jesse decides to step back from her company and spend more time with her family. By hiring an assistant to help her husband’s business and to cover household tasks, Jesse begins to make up for lost time and heal her emotions.
What ensues is an emotionally charged journey that takes Jesse through the past and present. While confronted with the pain from her father’s diagnosis to his passing, Jesse contemplates how life can be unpredictable but also about taking control of what is possible.
The general landscape definitely worked for me. Once Jesse makes certain decisions for moving forward, there isn’t one definitive answer, yet her choices are uniquely hers.
In starting this book, I wasn’t completely sure of the genre, and that allowed me to have many theories as to the plot development. Plus, this storyline unravels in a way that offers a twist or two that left me hanging on every last word.
The Assistant is a story about difficult choices and sacrifice. This book would appeal to those who enjoy contemporary fiction with twisty elements.
*This was a (F)BR with Twinsie Hawkey.*
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Jesse Black is a successful entrepreneur, supportive wife and a loving mother. After losing her father, Jesse decides to step back from her company and spend more time with her family. By hiring an assistant to help her husband’s business and to cover household tasks, Jesse begins to make up for lost time and heal her emotions.
“I was doing everything I could to hide this, to stop it from controlling me. To stop it from winning.”
What ensues is an emotionally charged journey that takes Jesse through the past and present. While confronted with the pain from her father’s diagnosis to his passing, Jesse contemplates how life can be unpredictable but also about taking control of what is possible.
“None of us are what we used to be, Jesse. We’re all changing.”
The general landscape definitely worked for me. Once Jesse makes certain decisions for moving forward, there isn’t one definitive answer, yet her choices are uniquely hers.
In starting this book, I wasn’t completely sure of the genre, and that allowed me to have many theories as to the plot development. Plus, this storyline unravels in a way that offers a twist or two that left me hanging on every last word.
The Assistant is a story about difficult choices and sacrifice. This book would appeal to those who enjoy contemporary fiction with twisty elements.
*This was a (F)BR with Twinsie Hawkey.*
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May 7, 2019
Wow just wow!!!!
God I really don't know where to start with this review. I'm not long after finishing and I feel like these characters are goin to be with me for a while. This author really knows how to get your emotions going. I'm all over the place right now I was happy, sad, crying and angry without this book. I really luvd Jesse from the start of this book she is a great character and such a strong woman. By the end of the book I luvd her even more. This woman isn't like anything I have ever read she is the most unselfish person ever. Do I think what she did was right in not sure to be honest. But I really do understand why she choose to do it. So she did what she had to do. But this woman is a great mother wife and best friend. She is a true protector and is just amazing.
Emery ok this guy is great but I'm a lil on the fence about him. Ye he's sexy a great husband and dad. But there is just something that I didn't get about him. It really kills me to say it but it could be that I was just so sucked in by Jesse that she took over for me. I did love that he loved his wife more than everything she was his world they were college sweethearts and even after having 2 children they were still got for each other. I really do luv them as a couple.
I don't want to really say to much in my review cause it would spoil the story and you really don't want to have this book spoiled you HAVE to read it. This author alway puts so much emotion in her books. They are so well written and the twist his the twist is just crazy brilliant and so do unexpected Marni Mann your amazing. I would highly recommend this book this story is beautiful, emotional, deep, engaging and brilliant.
God I really don't know where to start with this review. I'm not long after finishing and I feel like these characters are goin to be with me for a while. This author really knows how to get your emotions going. I'm all over the place right now I was happy, sad, crying and angry without this book. I really luvd Jesse from the start of this book she is a great character and such a strong woman. By the end of the book I luvd her even more. This woman isn't like anything I have ever read she is the most unselfish person ever. Do I think what she did was right in not sure to be honest. But I really do understand why she choose to do it. So she did what she had to do. But this woman is a great mother wife and best friend. She is a true protector and is just amazing.
Emery ok this guy is great but I'm a lil on the fence about him. Ye he's sexy a great husband and dad. But there is just something that I didn't get about him. It really kills me to say it but it could be that I was just so sucked in by Jesse that she took over for me. I did love that he loved his wife more than everything she was his world they were college sweethearts and even after having 2 children they were still got for each other. I really do luv them as a couple.
I don't want to really say to much in my review cause it would spoil the story and you really don't want to have this book spoiled you HAVE to read it. This author alway puts so much emotion in her books. They are so well written and the twist his the twist is just crazy brilliant and so do unexpected Marni Mann your amazing. I would highly recommend this book this story is beautiful, emotional, deep, engaging and brilliant.
not-interested
May 22, 2019https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
This thing of wife choosing another woman for husband doesn’t interest me. Actually that’s what I think:🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄 Never done before😏😏😏😏😏😏😒😏😒😏😒
It’s a dying wife trying to find another woman for her husband and a crazier ow who agrees to be the new wife. I think this is so asinine and imbecile I don’t see a reason to read it. 🤦🏻♀️ 🤦🏻♀️ 🤦🏻♀️
But I wonder if anyone have ever known anybody who did that.🤔😒
And here you go folks.. a massive discombobulated plot. https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
This thing of wife choosing another woman for husband doesn’t interest me. Actually that’s what I think:🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄 Never done before😏😏😏😏😏😏😒😏😒😏😒
It’s a dying wife trying to find another woman for her husband and a crazier ow who agrees to be the new wife. I think this is so asinine and imbecile I don’t see a reason to read it. 🤦🏻♀️ 🤦🏻♀️ 🤦🏻♀️
But I wonder if anyone have ever known anybody who did that.🤔😒
And here you go folks.. a massive discombobulated plot. https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
fuck-no-pass
May 23, 2019Would rather eat nails than read this
May 23, 2019
5 EVERYTHING Stars
Holy Shiitaki Mushrooms! Just finished a bit ago...still digesting...I don’t know how well I can articulate right now! How is this my first ever, Marni Mann book?!? My TBR list is going to be rearranged after this find, for sure!
Since this was a ‘Buddy Read’ with my girl Susie, and she picked this one for us, I went in completely blind! Also, my GR #booktwin ;)) Hulya, recommended it, so I was doing this thang no matter what! So glad I did!!! What a ride!!!
I love thought provoking reads...this was that, and SOOO much more!
This story was unimaginable, but it’s still something you are still trying to play out in your mind the entire time you’re reading, as if the shoe were on the other foot, and I mean until the very last sentence!
I won’t go into the storyline at all, because less is definitely more in this case. I’ll just say this was one heck of a harrowing tale with scenarios you may see coming, and some not so much! You could feel the love, the torment, the devastation, and the reality. For me, this story had a beating pulse! I could literally turn right around and read it again! Unforgettable!!!
Holy Shiitaki Mushrooms! Just finished a bit ago...still digesting...I don’t know how well I can articulate right now! How is this my first ever, Marni Mann book?!? My TBR list is going to be rearranged after this find, for sure!
Since this was a ‘Buddy Read’ with my girl Susie, and she picked this one for us, I went in completely blind! Also, my GR #booktwin ;)) Hulya, recommended it, so I was doing this thang no matter what! So glad I did!!! What a ride!!!
I love thought provoking reads...this was that, and SOOO much more!
This story was unimaginable, but it’s still something you are still trying to play out in your mind the entire time you’re reading, as if the shoe were on the other foot, and I mean until the very last sentence!
I won’t go into the storyline at all, because less is definitely more in this case. I’ll just say this was one heck of a harrowing tale with scenarios you may see coming, and some not so much! You could feel the love, the torment, the devastation, and the reality. For me, this story had a beating pulse! I could literally turn right around and read it again! Unforgettable!!!
May 28, 2019
2.5 Stars
‘Anyone looking into this house would see a couple, who had been together since they were eighteen years old, with two beautiful children. They would notice I gazed at my husband, not the camera whenever our picture was taken.
On the outside, we were envied.
Perfect.
Untouchable.
But, inside our circle of four, there was a weakness.
Me.’
Marni Mann delivered one of our top reads of 2108, and after being moved and captivated by When Ashes Fall, we were so looking forward to her next book, with the synopsis for The Assistant making our book hearts beat wildly! It sounded like one emotional and angsty read!
First off, we want to answer a couple of questions we’ve been asked about The Assistant. It isn’t a cheating book, nor does it contain an F/F theme.
It became apparent to us very early on where Jesse’s story was headed, and we feel it was because of this we found it hard to connect to the characters, to form bonds with them. Believing in Jess and Emery’s love, no matter how much we were told how devoted they were to one another, felt a little forced, and not natural.
‘He was my soul mate. My best friend. The only man I ever wanted to be with.’
Twenty four years of a devoted, passionate and happy marriage, two children, successful businesses and lifestyle, Jess and Emery seemed to have it all. Their marriage was rock solid, so what would shake their foundations?
“I miss you,” she whispered. She was so quiet; I almost hadn’t heard her. I closed my eyes, waiting for the calm to come. “This is so fucking hard, Jess.”
It’s difficult to explain our feelings about The Assistant without including spoilers, which is something we don’t want to do. We will say, this story should have worked for us, but unfortunately, we didn’t warm to any of the characters and found the story was told rather than lived for us as readers.
Told from Jesse’s POV, with input from Emery, Jesse’s husband, and then Charlotte, the assistant employed to make Emery’s work life, and to some extent, their home life runs smoothly. But, is there an underlying reason for Charlotte immersing herself into their lives?
‘If my wife were a design, I wouldn’t change a single thing.’
We found some of Jesse’s actions to be selfish which aggravated us to no end, and the way the story played out confirmed our early thoughts about the direction the story was going. This book has been very successful and receiving accolades from readers, so we don’t want to dissuade anyone from picking up this book. Remember, reading is subjective, and what doesn’t work for one reader, works for another. In this instance, a book we desperately wanted to love, didn’t hit the mark, and for that we are gutted, however, we’re very much looking forward to Marni Mann’s next release!
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‘Anyone looking into this house would see a couple, who had been together since they were eighteen years old, with two beautiful children. They would notice I gazed at my husband, not the camera whenever our picture was taken.
On the outside, we were envied.
Perfect.
Untouchable.
But, inside our circle of four, there was a weakness.
Me.’
Marni Mann delivered one of our top reads of 2108, and after being moved and captivated by When Ashes Fall, we were so looking forward to her next book, with the synopsis for The Assistant making our book hearts beat wildly! It sounded like one emotional and angsty read!
First off, we want to answer a couple of questions we’ve been asked about The Assistant. It isn’t a cheating book, nor does it contain an F/F theme.
It became apparent to us very early on where Jesse’s story was headed, and we feel it was because of this we found it hard to connect to the characters, to form bonds with them. Believing in Jess and Emery’s love, no matter how much we were told how devoted they were to one another, felt a little forced, and not natural.
‘He was my soul mate. My best friend. The only man I ever wanted to be with.’
Twenty four years of a devoted, passionate and happy marriage, two children, successful businesses and lifestyle, Jess and Emery seemed to have it all. Their marriage was rock solid, so what would shake their foundations?
“I miss you,” she whispered. She was so quiet; I almost hadn’t heard her. I closed my eyes, waiting for the calm to come. “This is so fucking hard, Jess.”
It’s difficult to explain our feelings about The Assistant without including spoilers, which is something we don’t want to do. We will say, this story should have worked for us, but unfortunately, we didn’t warm to any of the characters and found the story was told rather than lived for us as readers.
Told from Jesse’s POV, with input from Emery, Jesse’s husband, and then Charlotte, the assistant employed to make Emery’s work life, and to some extent, their home life runs smoothly. But, is there an underlying reason for Charlotte immersing herself into their lives?
‘If my wife were a design, I wouldn’t change a single thing.’
We found some of Jesse’s actions to be selfish which aggravated us to no end, and the way the story played out confirmed our early thoughts about the direction the story was going. This book has been very successful and receiving accolades from readers, so we don’t want to dissuade anyone from picking up this book. Remember, reading is subjective, and what doesn’t work for one reader, works for another. In this instance, a book we desperately wanted to love, didn’t hit the mark, and for that we are gutted, however, we’re very much looking forward to Marni Mann’s next release!
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July 20, 2019
This was my first time reading a book by this author. Although well written, this book just wasn't for me. I'm in the minority here since this book has lots of 5-star reviews.
The book is narrated from 3 perspectives: the main character Jesse, her husband Emory, and his assistant Charlotte. When I read the synopsis and saw the cover, I thought it eluded to an affair, which I don't like but I thought I'd give this one a try anyway. I don't want to give anything away for someone who wants to go into it blindly, but for those who'd like to know more like I wish I did before reading, continue.
SPOILERS AHEAD!!
The book is narrated from 3 perspectives: the main character Jesse, her husband Emory, and his assistant Charlotte. When I read the synopsis and saw the cover, I thought it eluded to an affair, which I don't like but I thought I'd give this one a try anyway. I don't want to give anything away for someone who wants to go into it blindly, but for those who'd like to know more like I wish I did before reading, continue.
SPOILERS AHEAD!!
August 3, 2019
Unpredictable and unputdownable, THE ASSISTANT is the book to read in 2019!
Marni Mann continues to blow me away and she has completely outdone herself with this story. I have been reading/reviewing Marni Mann for the last 4+ years. With each book she grows as an author. I can’t say she’s peaked with The Assistant because I know she’ll continue to write amazing stories, but I can say that she hit the mark so well with this book that I don’t know where else to go from here.
I’m telling you to go in blind, but disclaimer, THIS IS NOT A CHEATING BOOK. I don’t consider that a spoiler as so many people have asked me. There is so much love and warmth, but also sadness and heartache. The Assistant is a story that you must read blind. You will feel all emotions while reading this book. You will be wondering what the hell is happening next because really, you cannot predict this one.
Marni Mann continues to blow me away and she has completely outdone herself with this story. I have been reading/reviewing Marni Mann for the last 4+ years. With each book she grows as an author. I can’t say she’s peaked with The Assistant because I know she’ll continue to write amazing stories, but I can say that she hit the mark so well with this book that I don’t know where else to go from here.
I’m telling you to go in blind, but disclaimer, THIS IS NOT A CHEATING BOOK. I don’t consider that a spoiler as so many people have asked me. There is so much love and warmth, but also sadness and heartache. The Assistant is a story that you must read blind. You will feel all emotions while reading this book. You will be wondering what the hell is happening next because really, you cannot predict this one.
May 13, 2019
I wish I could say that I at least liked the concept of this story-- but I didn't. I didn't like how Jesse's character was treated by others and I didn't like how Jesse's character treated others (sounds confusing, right?) Writing this review is hard for me. Because when you scroll through Goodreads, you find nothing but five star reviews. And although a lot of those reviews have some really great points-- I couldn't bring myself to rate it that high.
I will say this: This book was not at all what I thought it was going to be. Without reading the blurb and strictly going off the cover and the title I expected an affair. Cheating. Whatever you want to call it. But, it wasn't that. So that made me happy.
I had a lot of issues with this book that unfortunately I cannot put in this review because I am very against spoilers. I wouldn't do that to any one. I can't discuss a lot of the things that I want to because it would ruin practically the whole book. I just have to hope that once people finish this book they will want to discuss it with me LOL! Please! Let's talk about it!
As always-- I am a huge fan of Marni Mann. One book that I didn't just LOVE will not ever change that. Her writing is always so jarring and straight the point which in turn always gives us a story that is quick paced that doesn't contain a lot of lulls. I just feel like this story could have went a few different ways but by the end of it, I wasn't a fan of the "twist" and the story-line which of course is just a personal preference.
I will say this: This book was not at all what I thought it was going to be. Without reading the blurb and strictly going off the cover and the title I expected an affair. Cheating. Whatever you want to call it. But, it wasn't that. So that made me happy.
I had a lot of issues with this book that unfortunately I cannot put in this review because I am very against spoilers. I wouldn't do that to any one. I can't discuss a lot of the things that I want to because it would ruin practically the whole book. I just have to hope that once people finish this book they will want to discuss it with me LOL! Please! Let's talk about it!
As always-- I am a huge fan of Marni Mann. One book that I didn't just LOVE will not ever change that. Her writing is always so jarring and straight the point which in turn always gives us a story that is quick paced that doesn't contain a lot of lulls. I just feel like this story could have went a few different ways but by the end of it, I wasn't a fan of the "twist" and the story-line which of course is just a personal preference.
May 23, 2019
Oh wow. That ending was unexpected.
May 10, 2019
The Assistant
By: Marni Mann
5 +++ Stars!!!
I never ever in my wildest dreams would think that this author could knock down my all-time favorite book of hers from first place to second place. Memoirs Aren’t Fairytales has officially been bumped to 2nd place. The Assistant is now the one to beat!!! I’ve recommended Memoirs Aren’t Fairytales to so many people over the years but this one needs to be read just as much!!
The one thing I will HIGHLY RECOMMEND is that you turn away now from reading reviews. This book needs to be read without any knowledge of any part of the story. Plain and Simple. Heed this warning and you will devour this journey with the upmost satisfaction available to mankind.
Read the blurb, that is all you need to know.
This book is a freaking masterpiece from the get go. Perfectly woven and spun so beautifully that when you are sucked in completely, It will hit you like the Black Widow of all time!
Only this author can write the books that have so many different stories. From the ultra-dark to the sweet fluffy to the heart shattering. All with different tones, different characters, different all around. No one will find a cookie cutter with this story! It deserves a cutter all of its own!
By: Marni Mann
5 +++ Stars!!!
I never ever in my wildest dreams would think that this author could knock down my all-time favorite book of hers from first place to second place. Memoirs Aren’t Fairytales has officially been bumped to 2nd place. The Assistant is now the one to beat!!! I’ve recommended Memoirs Aren’t Fairytales to so many people over the years but this one needs to be read just as much!!
The one thing I will HIGHLY RECOMMEND is that you turn away now from reading reviews. This book needs to be read without any knowledge of any part of the story. Plain and Simple. Heed this warning and you will devour this journey with the upmost satisfaction available to mankind.
Read the blurb, that is all you need to know.
This book is a freaking masterpiece from the get go. Perfectly woven and spun so beautifully that when you are sucked in completely, It will hit you like the Black Widow of all time!
Only this author can write the books that have so many different stories. From the ultra-dark to the sweet fluffy to the heart shattering. All with different tones, different characters, different all around. No one will find a cookie cutter with this story! It deserves a cutter all of its own!
May 24, 2019
So when I looked at this one and read the synopsis as usual my brain went into overdrive trying to work out what this book was about.
Was it a book about cheating?
Did the wife fall in love with the Assistant?
Did the husband fall for the Assistant?
Was it about illness?
What was that cover and synopsis telling me? About 20% into it I got it and worked out what was going to happen.
This book will stir a lot of emotions in the reader. It is also (in my view) rather depressing and I am not a fan of depressing so I struggled some with getting to the end.
Marni Mann has done a good job teasing the reader and leading you into a false sense of what you are about to read and by the time I got to 79% I almost threw in the towel as my eyes and brain started to lose interest in the plot BUT I had to know the ending. Simple as that.
AND that ending. It left me with so many questions. Did Jessie really make the right decisions for her family especially Emery?
Was she was selfish and what impact did those decisions she mad have on her family especially her kids.
Charlotte a manipulator or just exceptional at doing her job working towards her ultimate goal Emery?
Although a strong plot and it was well written, my interest wained between the tooing and froing of each chapter and when I got to the 94% mark that was a definite NO. Really? You expect me to believe it actually happened just 10 months later. No it was just too soon considering the events that just happened and it needed a longer timespan. Do you expect me to believe that the love of his life died and 10 months later he was in bed with the Assistant? No, I needed a lot more convincing to make me believe that he found love second time around just as his wife planned.
Was it a book about cheating?
Did the wife fall in love with the Assistant?
Did the husband fall for the Assistant?
Was it about illness?
What was that cover and synopsis telling me? About 20% into it I got it and worked out what was going to happen.
This book will stir a lot of emotions in the reader. It is also (in my view) rather depressing and I am not a fan of depressing so I struggled some with getting to the end.
Marni Mann has done a good job teasing the reader and leading you into a false sense of what you are about to read and by the time I got to 79% I almost threw in the towel as my eyes and brain started to lose interest in the plot BUT I had to know the ending. Simple as that.
AND that ending. It left me with so many questions. Did Jessie really make the right decisions for her family especially Emery?
Was she was selfish and what impact did those decisions she mad have on her family especially her kids.
Charlotte a manipulator or just exceptional at doing her job working towards her ultimate goal Emery?
Although a strong plot and it was well written, my interest wained between the tooing and froing of each chapter and when I got to the 94% mark that was a definite NO. Really? You expect me to believe it actually happened just 10 months later. No it was just too soon considering the events that just happened and it needed a longer timespan. Do you expect me to believe that the love of his life died and 10 months later he was in bed with the Assistant? No, I needed a lot more convincing to make me believe that he found love second time around just as his wife planned.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 3, 2022
5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️- Excellent - Highly Recommended
4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - A good, solid read
3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️ - An okay read
2 ⭐️⭐️ - Meh
1 ⭐️ - Not my cup of tea
4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - A good, solid read
3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️ - An okay read
2 ⭐️⭐️ - Meh
1 ⭐️ - Not my cup of tea
May 6, 2019
What can I say about Marni Mann that I haven't already said? She is one of the most gifted writers I have had the privilege of reading as she takes us on epic journeys from beginning to end, regardless of genre or trope. Her talent and innate God given ability just shines through in anything she writes. In The Assistant we are given the story of one of the bravest heroines Mann has written to date. Jesse Black is strong, assertive, dedicated and so loving. This was a phenomenal ride that I never wanted to get off of.
Jesse has led a charmed, privileged and amazing life but through one meeting, her whole world is shattered. Without giving away any spoilers, The Assistant is something that needs to be read and experienced. It is pure storytelling magic. I cried happy and sad tears over one woman's love for her husband and her absolute devotion and dedication to her children.
Overall, this story has taken a piece of my heart that I never want returned. It is a part of me and something that will always remain. This novel made me laugh and cry but the beauty in this author's writing is so apparent. Mann showcased a hero and heroine whose love for one another came off the pages. I finished this story in awe over this magnificent book. But that is what I classify as the Marni Mann "magic touch": her words make me feel and give me chills everytime. This is her gift - one I can revisit over and over again. Bravo! 5 stars! ~Ratula
Jesse has led a charmed, privileged and amazing life but through one meeting, her whole world is shattered. Without giving away any spoilers, The Assistant is something that needs to be read and experienced. It is pure storytelling magic. I cried happy and sad tears over one woman's love for her husband and her absolute devotion and dedication to her children.
Overall, this story has taken a piece of my heart that I never want returned. It is a part of me and something that will always remain. This novel made me laugh and cry but the beauty in this author's writing is so apparent. Mann showcased a hero and heroine whose love for one another came off the pages. I finished this story in awe over this magnificent book. But that is what I classify as the Marni Mann "magic touch": her words make me feel and give me chills everytime. This is her gift - one I can revisit over and over again. Bravo! 5 stars! ~Ratula
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