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Me for You

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I initially really loved this book. Loved Rudy, Bethany & Sasha. Plot started out great ....however you can take the entire part of Rudy's mental breakdown, time in the psych ward and throw it out. Totally unbelievable, boring, so over written. This segment ruined the entire book. That being, I do love this author, I would still another book by her.

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I was drawn to Rudy at first read. HIs love for his wife Bethany was clear. It was heartbreaking to read his wife's death had affected him. I had to read more because I cared what happened to him. It is great when an author can write about characters that the reader will root for. I wanted Rudy to be happy and to find love again. The mystery was a bonus. You don't want to miss this gem. The pacing was also great as well.

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What I liked most about this book is how real the emotion is. It felt very true for a man who truly loved his wife but overcame the obstacles to make sure he lived a full life again. He tackled depression head on but not without difficulty. Sasha brought him back.

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Couldn't finish. Same old same old. Poor grieving widower that becomes ensnared in mild mystery. Decent writing but kind of dull.

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I received this ARC digital copy from Netgalley.
I was so excited to see this author have a new book. It has been a long time since her first novel Good Grief and after all these years, she has written another novel surrounding grief.

Since I read this during the Christmas holiday season and it being a sad and nostalgic time, this story should have been comforting. This is a story about a man who loses his wife and he is mourning over her loss. We learn he works as a piano player at Nordstrom’s and develops a crush on a young woman. As part of the grief of feeling responsible for not saving his wife to feeling guilt for moving on, this story takes off in some bizarre tangents. One being that they think the wife was murdered to him being mentally hospitalized because of his inability to care for himself. I would have enjoyed the story without all these curveballs and if we were able to stay focused on grief and it’s process. I think the major point I felt worth reading was the part when the doctor explains about dealing with grief by cutting it off like a stalk. I tried to relate to the main character but found it very difficult.

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I loved this author before but this book was a very difficult read for me.
Seems some liked it and others agreed. Its hard to follow previous ones maybe.

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I started this book but can not finish the story. It did not hold my attention Sorry if I did not have more books to read I might come back and try it again.

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Not so long ago I wrote a blog post about authors I liked who never wrote much past a few books and Lolly Winston was one of those authors I mentioned. I am glad to see that she has written a new book which will be out in March 2019. Lolly, where have you been since writing Good Grief (this book was sad, funny, charming, heartfelt) one of my favorite books back in 2004?!

The important thing is there is a new book to read and its call Me For You. I am loving the pretty cover. The description appeals to the part of me that loves quirky stories about regular people.

Take a look:

The last thing Rudy expected was to wake up one Saturday morning, a widow at fifty-four years old. Now, ten months after the untimely death of his beloved wife, he’s still not sure how to move on from the defining tragedy of his life—but his new job is helping. After being downsized from his finance position, Rudy turned to his first love: the piano. Some people might be embarrassed to work as the piano player at Nordstrom, but for Rudy, there’s joy in bringing a little music into the world. And it doesn’t hurt that Bella, the Hungarian men’s watch clerk who is finally divorcing her no-good husband, finds time to join him at the bench every now and then.

Just when Rudy and Bella’s relationship begins to deepen, the police come to the store with an update about Rudy’s wife’s untimely death—a coworker has confessed to her murder—but Rudy’s actions are suspicious enough to warrant a second look at him, too. With Bella’s husband suddenly reappearing, and Rudy’s daughter confronting her own marital problems, suddenly life becomes more complicated than Rudy and Bella could have imagined.

I expect this one to be gentle, touching and sweet. Looking forward to it very much!

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What an amazing read! I loved this book!

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Thank you netgalley for an exchange of this title for my honest opinion

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I've loved Lolly Winston's other books and was excited about the opportunity to read Me for You. The book starts with a very dramatic event and kind of meandered along the way, taking detours and adding elements that didn't totally make sense (ie potential murder charge). Ms. Winston did totally capture my view of working as a pianist at Nordstroms and the whole shopping experience at the store. I also liked how she tackled the tough subjects of grief and loss and their potential impact on your life for a long period of time. But, I was challenged by the flow (or perhaps lack of one) of the different story elements and their connection.

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Very sweet second chance love story. All the sweeter for non traditional ways. I enjoyed the twists if the family reactions, and the detective questions and thoughts, definitely added some excitement! Still, the love story was the main dish.

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This is a gentle story. Sad and yet hopeful. But it’s quiet with most of the plot taking place in the characters’ thoughts. I really enjoyed the book and found it very authentic. But I can see from other reviews that it isn’t for everyone. Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the arc.

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A book of heartache a wife’s sudden death a discovery of new love a future.A novel that drew me in an emotional ride a book that will surprise you with its twist and turns. #netgalley #Mefor you.#touchstonebooks.

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Rudy’s wife dies unexpectedly, plunging Rudy into grief and depression. As a part-time piano player in Nordstrom, Rudy befriends Sasha, a salesperson who has also suffered an unimaginable tragedy. As Sasha and Rudy begin a relationship, Rudy falls victim to his deep depression. An interesting story, with different characters and a hopeful story line. I liked it.

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I tried really hard to get interested in this book. I got 35% through and finally gave up. The story is a great one there just wasn’t anything there to keep me interested.

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