Sam and Kimberly have worked together at Wildfire, an outreach to troubled kids and teens, for several years - and have constantly butted heads. At the time when Kimberly pushes through an expansion plan that Sam disagrees with, he gets a call to return to Australia to help his sister on her farm, and quits his job to do so - leaving Kimberly struggling to find a suitable candidate for the position. Six months later, things aren't looking good for either, and each needs the other's skills - Sam's charisma and caring, and Kimberly's organisation and financial skills. Kimberly agrees to come and visit in the hope of getting Sam to return, but when she arrives, each finds that the different circumstances show the other in a different light - maybe they've each been mistaken about the other... But when everything goes wrong, will they be able to overcome their respective pasts to achieve the things they can only ever achieve together?

I suppose it's a known thing that people can be quite different in different circumstances, but I really enjoyed the way that the new setting helped Sam and Kimberly to show other sides of themselves. Through hilarious moments, touching moments, and moments that made me want to tear my hair out at the characters' stupidity, the author kept me engaged and interested in both the story and the characters. Along with all that was the message that we should be relying on God, not ourselves, though it wasn't overdone. All in all, though this was the first time I've read a book by this author and I wasn't really quite sure what to expect given the title, I'm glad that I looked past the title to read the blurb and got hooked! I definitely hope to read more by the author in future. Highly recommended.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Now this was the perfect example of how a rom-com should be done! Jessica Kate did a phenomenal job in creating the perfect balance of a love/hate romantic comedy with all the feels. I couldn’t put it down wanting to know what would happen next. There were so many times I literally laughed out loud and yet felt the heart of the characters’ struggles, too. Kimberly Foster was prickly as a cactus, but underneath fierce and loyal. Samuel Payton was a dynamic leader and yet, so afraid of failure. I loved the way their faith and confidence grew as they communicated more. They both had false assumptions rooted in their own struggles. Kate really helped us see how much our focus on our failures and hurts can rob us of all the blessings God has for us. A beautiful story of building trust and faith.

Of course, the whole America to Australia theme is a true favorite for me. I absolutely loved the Aussie slang. Having just been on a holiday there, I found myself relating to her trying to get the slang down. My heart was totally focused on how realistic life in the Outback seemed. I think I even jumped when there was a snake or spider involved! I felt like I was right there and loved Sam’s family. In fact, Jules and Mick just added so much to the storyline with their own relationship struggles. I truly felt the family’s hardships in fighting for their dairy farm and all the work involved. I think the real life struggles in Australia (current wildfires and many losses of home, lives, land, and animals) made my heart root for a happy ending. I loved all the feels, highs and lows of this story.

One of my favorite quotes that had me laughing out loud was when Sam picked up Kate from the bus stop. As Kim’s semi crush hears his voice for the fist time in months…

“Welcome to Australia.” Oh, that voice. A shiver danced between Kimberly’s shoulder blades. It was enough to make a girl throw her passport into the Pacific.” Oh my goodness this quote cracked me up so hard that I laughed out loud! Sam and Mick are totally swoon worthy, too.

Another favorite quote was in how Kim viewed herself and started seeing who she is in Christ.

“God loves you. To Him, there was nothing about you that was unexpected or less than delightful.”

And how about those communication skills that make us not like each other, when it’s really that we haven’t walked in each others shoes. Don’t you wish someone was there to point out why we aren’t getting along?! Apparently, that’s what Sam’s sister, Jules is for…

“Sam’s overly cautious, and you take it too personally when someone rejects your ideas.”

I highly recommend “A Girl’s Guide to the Outback.” It hit every expectation and then some. Travel, romance, and faith with all the feels. If you love this book, you might love Kara Isaac’s Then There Was You.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

My review in a nutshell - "Reading this book was like watching all my favourite rom-coms and falling in love with them all over again. It was equal part cute and funny and had me swooning over the characters more than once"


Thank you NetGalley and Thomas Nelson fiction for this ARC and for the chance to share my thoughts on this book.

This was my first Jessica Kate book and it's safe to say that I loved it. Starting with the great cover with fun characters , engaging dialogues and vivid portray of life in Australia - this book has it all. The storyline is very refreshing. I haven't read something like this yet. Sam and Kimberly were adorable together. We all could see how smitten these two were with each other from the very first chapter. There was a lot of chemistry between these two. Another noteworthy part of the book was Jules and her love story. It was very clever of Kate to tell both the love stories in just one book. So this makes it both friends to lovers / second chance romance. The farm life of Australia depicted in the story was another thing which made this a very fun read. The way the author handled the emotions and different relationships in the story was something to talk about. Also I loved Sam and Kimberly. These two were generally good people and even better partners together. I loved their banter and the way these two loved each other even when they fought. I would say a made for each other couple with their common love for doing something good.

I heartily recommend this book. It deals with love, life , relationships and faith. I loved the way this story was told. I found Kate's storytelling to be clever and engaging and it certainly left a mark. So if you love a friends to lovers / opposite attracts story with a Clark Kent hero and his more than competent better half then be sure to check it out. If you want a good second chance romance , you will find that too in Jules and her husband. Overall, its safe to say that you won't be disappointed for this book is as cute as its cover and has all the makings of a wonderful and unique romance novel.

Hope you all will love it as much as I did and be sure to check it out. It releases on Jan 2020.
Happy reading.
P.S. if you like enemies to lovers book genre then you can surely give Jessica Kate's debut novel 'Love and Other Mistakes' a try. It's a great book too.

I was thrilled to read new to me author Jessica Kate’s recent release A Girl's Guide To The Outback. The intriguing title and cover of A Girl’s Guide to the Outback by Jessica Kate drew me in. The story follows American, Kimberly Foster, and Australian, Samuel Payton, on a dairy farm in the Australian Outback. It was such a unique setting that I felt more informed about the world after reading this story. I love thinking I may have picked up some great Aussie slang along the way.

I am a big fan of romantic comedies, and I was hoping that I would be laughing and sighing as I read A Girl’s Guide to the Outback. The good news for me is that I was able to do both. I laughed out loud and there were many sigh worthy scenes throughout the book.

I feel like the author Jessica Kate is an author to watch. She is witty, her characters are interesting, and her story is fun to read. I highly recommend A Girl’s Guide to the Outback.
I was given a copy through NetGalley and not required to write a positive review.

These books are so fun, and I am delighted to have found a new author to love! The sequel to "Love and Other Mistakes", in "A Girls' Guide to the Outback" we get to better understand the very driven Kimberly and the extremely conflicted Sam.

Although this is a sequel, you could read it as a standalone, if absolutely necessary. :) (I always believe your reading experience will be highly enriched by reading the first one, you know, first.)

Business Manager for the non-profit Wildfire, started by Sam Payton, Kimberly Foster can best be described as determined...determined to meet goals, to succeed, and to find love (although she is loathe to admit it). With a challenging childhood and generous heart, she will do whatever it takes to help kids.

Sam Payton may have founded Wildfire but he is not sure how to navigate it's growth without anyone in need slipping through the cracks. When his family in Australia needs help, he leaves the US...and Kimberly eventually follows, because without his agreement to return her proposal will not have support and Wildfire may close down. And without Kimberly's expert assessment and advice, Sam's family business may not recover.

As you can imagine, when the city girl gets to the outback, hilarity ensues...and we just may see a romance or two, if some of our characters can get over their pride and guilt! ;)

I was provided a copy of this book by Thomas Nelson Publishers in exchange for my honest review.

This is the novel I have been waiting for from Jessica Kate! Her fun sassy attitude comes through on every page. The way she takes readers across the world to Australia makes me want to pack my bags and head to the outback!

After his business failed and his father died, Samuel Payton decided it was time to leave Australia and try his hand at something new. He makes his way to Virginia and sets out to help others by becoming a youth pastor. He works with Kimberly Foster, a start-up expert that is working through her own personal issue of rejection from her mother who never really wanted her. Sam and Kimberly don’t always get along as their personalities clash, but they can’t help the attraction they feel towards each other. When Sam gets news from home that his family needs help, he decides that even though he loves being a youth pastor the recent troubles they have had and the conflict with Kimberly needs to take a back seat to helping his family. As Sam leaves, Kimberly finds herself in a bind to find his replacement and board members start to lose confidence in her. Kimberley’s at a loss and knows it is hopeless to try and convince Sam to come back, when he calls her for help with their family business troubles. They make a deal that if she comes to help then maybe Sam will reconsider returning to the states with her. The longer Kimberly is in Australia, the more Sam realizes he made a mistake leaving the job he loved and the woman he thought he could never get along with becomes someone he can’t see not being in his life.

With fun, sassy characters and a setting that will transport you to the great outback, readers will enjoy this new book by Jessica Kate. Her first novel was good, but I knew she could do better. I was waiting for this one right here. She is from Australia and brought a totally new feel to this contemporary romance. The Aussie slang along with the setting was a perfect blend to keep me engaged and entertained. Kim had never been to Australia and her main knowledge with the country was based on her interactions with Sam, which transplanted me as the reader to her character. I have always wanted to go to Australia and see the land, so as Kimberly made her way there and spent time with Sam and his family I felt as if I was traveling with her. And when Sam’s sister went to the Gold Coast I felt as if I was sitting on the beach watching the sun set with her. These little moments brought the book alive for me while making it all feel authentic. This story hit so much deeper for me than a lot of the contemporary romance I read. If Jessica Kate can keep this up as she continues to write, she has a bright future ahead of her. This is a light and fun read, not suspenseful, but still a quick read. I recommend this to readers that enjoy a romance with a little bit of sass at just the right places.

I received a complimentary copy of this novel from the publisher. The views and opinions expressed within are my own.

I'll be the first to tell you that Christian fiction is definitely not in my wheelhouse at all. I usually stay away, not because I don't believe, but because I generally am not fond of being told I'm a loser if I haven't been saved (and yes I've read plenty that had this theme). This book did NOT do that to me in the least. It was a sweet story. Would I classify it as Rom Com...probably not. Romantic in some aspects, and yes maybe a funny moment or two but not really a comedy either. For me, what I took away from this story is that you are loved even when you don't know, realize or want to be. That family sticks together through thick and thin even if you feel you have disappointed them in some way. That you need to trust in yourself, in the process and yes, in God to guide you to where you need to be. That you need to see yourself as others see you. I enjoyed the story more than I expected to.

This is my second book to read by Jessica Kate (first one reviewed here) and after rereading my review, I must say that Jessica did not disappoint me. With this offering, she offers laughs, passion, and tears. Her characters are engaging, believable, and likable.

Kim has drive to make her dreams come true, but there's something holding her back. Sam has the God-gifted talent to reach out for is dreams, but he, too, is being held back.

Then, there's Sam's sister, Jules, and her ex-boyfriend, Mick, both have things to work out for their relationship as well.

Kim and Sam work in a ministry to teens called WildFire. Kim has huge dreams to expand the ministry and Sam wants nothing to do with expansion. Just as she's about to make her proposal to the board of directors, Sam is called home to help Jules with the farm. When Sam gets to the farm, he sees that he needs Kim's special skill set to save the farm. He calls her up and asks her to come see what she can do.

I really can't give much more of synopsis without giving away some main points of the plot that the readers should discover for themselves. Again, I have to say that Jessica's writing has improved by quite a few notches. She has filled out the plot with intriguing characters and complex settings. This is a five star book with thumbs up and a border collie/toy poodle cross puppy.

My thanks to Thomas Nelson and NetGalley.com for providing the galley I read for this review.

Jessica Kate crafts characters who I enjoyed following to Australia and back. High-powered Kimberly travels to Sam Payton's dairy farm in 'Straya to convince him to return to the States and their Youth Ministry--Wildfire. Little does Kimberly know, she will have wild times in Australia and stoke a fire in her heart for the gifted Aussie youth pastor. But, Jessica Kate gives us double trouble. Sam's sister Jules tries to keep the family farm from foreclosure while keeping the handsome vet next door at bay. When everyone starts dealing with their past hurts and consults God about their future, we get an ending that will leave you wanting more. An excellent read and a story that will have you booking a flight to the Outback.

I enjoyed reading A Girl’s Guide to the Outback by Jessica Kate. Between the vivid descriptions and the Australian words, it felt like I was in Australia -- the absolutely charming setting for this enemies-to-friends novel!

A Girl’s Guide to the Outback entertained and held my attention throughout. This well-written novel satisfied my romance expectations while diving deep into the hearts of Sam and Kimberly as they worked through the hard issues holding them back in life. True-to-life, the characters struggle as they deal with their insecurities, fears, and unhealthy patterns. Their struggles felt authentic and I was rooting for both of them to overcome.

I recommend A Girl’s Guide to the Outback by Jessica Kate to readers who enjoy inspirational contemporary romances. I would not consider it a romcom (romantic comedy), though it did make me laugh occasionally and has a super-cute cover. As a bonus, there are two love stories happening in this novel and I enjoyed them both.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher. All opinions in this review are my own.

Samuel Payton ist der Gründer einer Jugendkirche in Virginia, die mit ihren Hilfsangeboten erfolgreich vielen jungen Menschen den Glauben wieder näherbringen konnte. Kimberly Foster wurde vor 3 Jahren engagiert und ist mittlerweile zuständig für Finanzen und Planung. Ihre Ausrichtung liegt trotz einer gescheiterten Erweiterung weiter auf Wachstum zu einer Großkirche, aber Sam will keine weiteren Verluste riskieren, da das gespendete Geld aus seiner Sicht an anderer Stelle nötiger gebraucht wird. Er lehnt ihre aktuellen Pläne für ein neues Center vehement ab, verkennt dabei aber, dass es ihr vornehmlich auch um die Kinder und die Gemeinde als Familienersatz geht.

Doch dann erreicht ihn der dringende Anruf seiner Schwester Jules aus Queensland Australien. Sie teilt ihm mit, dass sie mit der elterlichen Milchfarm die Raten der Bank nicht mehr aufbringen kann. Der Betrieb ist seit vier Generationen in der Familie und Sam hätte ihn eigentlich übernehmen sollen, doch vor 8 Jahren ist er nach der Pleite mit seinen Cafés nach Amerika gegangen. Diese eine Rate aufzubringen wird ihm nicht schwerfallen, aber wie soll es weitergehen? Als der Kirchenvorstand der vorgeschlagenen Erweiterung zustimmt, kann er es nicht mit seinem Gewissen vereinbaren und nimmt es als einen Fingerzeig Gottes und kehrt in die Heimat zurück. Die Geschichte springt dann um 5 Monate weiter. Für Kimberly läuft es mit der Erweiterung der Kirche nicht wie geplant, sie können einfach keinen wirklichen Ersatz für Sam finden. Daher soll sie ihn zur Rückkehr bewegen. Umgekehrt kommt Sams Schwester auf die Idee Kimberlys finanziellen Rat für die Farm einzuholen.

Kimberly schließt mit Sam einen Deal ab. Sie schaut sich die Finanzen der Farm an und kommt zwei Wochen über Weihnachten nach Australien, dafür muss er später sechs Wochen seiner Zeit opfern und versuchen einen Ersatz zu engagieren.

Es trifft quasi Feuer auf Wasser, es zischt und qualmt. Es geht Schlag auf Schlag zwischen den Beiden. Eine Achterbahn der Gefühle, ein Auf und Ab, ein Hin und Her. Sie schälen einander in ihren Auseinandersetzungen und Gesprächen nach und nach die Schichten schlechter Erfahrungen und verletzter Gefühle ab, legen sie frei und eröffnen so neu Möglichkeiten. Als man langsam für sie zu hoffen wagt, treten schwere Schicksalsschläge ein und stellen erneut alles auf den Kopf. Das Buch dreht sich auch um eine wunderbare zweite Romanze. Fühlt sich wie ein großartiges Goodie an.

I really loved this book. I think from the very start it was the characters that drew me in.
I found all the characters so incredibly likeable.

I loved the Aussie accent, phrases and the descriptions of Australian life and the land.

I was rooting for the jules and Mick and was happy with their ending as much as Kim and Sam.

I lovely read.

I voluntarily read and reviewed this book, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

This started out promising, but never really got off the ground. The pacing was off-- it took too long for Sam and Kimberly's relationship to develop. I did not feel any sparks between them. I also found it beyond the bounds of belief that a ministry would send Kimberly all the way to Australia to get Sam back because they couldn't find a suitable replacement, or that Sam and his sister couldn't find anyone else other than Kimberly to help them with financials on their farm. The obstacles and disagreements between Sam and Kimberly were overall contrived. The writing itself was good, but not good enough to uphold the flaws in characterization and plot.

Thank you to Netgalley and Thomas Nelson for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I wasn’t crazy about Jessica Kate’s first book, Love and Other Mistakes, but I’m glad that didn’t keep me from reading this one! We met Kimberly and Sam in the first book, but this one can definitely be read as a standalone. The seamless way Australian culture and vocabulary were included added interest and uniqueness to the story, and I thought the characters were more compelling in this book. Kim and Sam look like opposites on the surface, but as their friendship grows, they find that the past hurts they're both dealing with help them understand each other better. I also really enjoyed the secondary storyline that focused on Sam's sister Jules and her former fiance, Mick. Overall, a solid story about family, purpose, and overcoming obstacles, with a little humor!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

(4.5 stars) Diametrically opposed... or Providentially complementary? 

Kimberly & Sam have been at odds with each other virtually from the beginning of their working relationship. He's a warm, laid back, people person, and she's a cool, hyper-efficient, numbers person. It's a match made in... well, it ain't heaven. At least not the way they're living it. 

The story's central focus is on Sam & Kimberly, but it also shares the problems & perspectives of their nearby family members because of how they are all intertwined & affect each other. The problems of Sam's sister Jules & their neighbor Mick, in particular, play a significant role in Sam & Kimberly's relationship.

The 2 couples have painful years of emotional baggage that have to be dealt with before they can move forward. And it truly is tough. And touching. Which means there's a generous amount of angst that's pretty much unavoidable. 

It does still manage to keep things fairly lighthearted despite the clashes & conflicts. Like real people, they say things in anger & then make up. And in the midst of all that, they begin to realize that their perspectives have been too limited in scope, & therefore often inaccurate. 

The ending, on one hand, felt a little too facile in places - esp the part with Bruce felt a bit awkwardly contrived, & the part with Kimberly's mother seemed the least credible - and on the other hand, after all they've been through at the end, we're ready for a generous dose of happily-ever-after to wrap everything up with a joyful bow, so it feels really good.  

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

*Clean romance level: passionate kisses
**Religion: overtly Christian, not preachy - spiritual topics are totally organic to the story

Kimberley is in charge of a ministry Wildfire helping children and teenagers. Sam is a young pastor from Australie working with her. After a disagreement with Kimberley about the direction she wants to give the ministry and a call from his sister regarding their farm in Australia, Sam leaves the USA and go back in his hometown to help sister save the firm because they are facing some financial issues.
Kimberley can't find the right Pastor to replace Sam.
Jules, Sam Sister ask Kimberley if she can come and help them.
Though the plot seems interesting, It was not easy for me to read the book especially the part in australia with all the descriptions about their life in the farm, sorry.

I have never been one to dream about traveling internationally. If I'm going to be traveling, I'd prefer to stay in an area where I don't need a passport. However, I love reading about stories in other countries. I love being able to "travel" without leaving the comfort of home. So, when I saw that I could travel to Australia, I was really excited to read A Girl's Guide to the Outback by Jessica Kate. I enjoyed the descriptions of life on an Australian dairy farm, the romances that occurred between two different couples, and seeing how the impossible situation the characters found themselves in would be straightened out. What did I not like? Well, the snakes. I absolutely despise snakes in real life as well as in books. But the other parts of the book I did enjoy made up for the fact there were snakes in the book. I would recommend this book for anyone who enjoys contemporary Christian fiction, romance, and traveling to other countries by way of a good book.  Just beware of the snakes.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

A Girl’s Guide to the Outback by Jessica Kate

Rating: 3 out of 5 stars

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Story Notes

Jessica Kate offers up a fun story of learning to trust and take a chance based in the outback region of Australia that will leave readers wanting to knock the main characters upside their heads for their hardheadedness.

I loved the idea of this story from the first time it popped up on my for review page. It presented a story of real angst and depth that takes place in the much idealized “Land Down Under” and had a great cover drawing. And while I did enjoy the story for the most part, I got so very frustrated at the overly drawn out unresolved issues of the main characters that I almost skipped to the end of the story. I didn’t but could have without much missed in those pages. The story begins in Charlottesville with Kimberly Foster, the business manager for Wildfire Ministries, who is in a fury over the fact that her co-worker and friend Samuel Payton didn’t back her on her latest idea. She wants to open another outreach center in Baltimore Maryland to bring a place of refuge to a crime-ridden city but Sam told the board he wouldn’t support the idea. How can he not want to reach more kids? Before she can puzzle out his motives, Sam quits his job and moves back to his childhood home in Australia to help his sister get the family dairy farm out of debt. Hurt by the abruptness, Kimberly moves forward with her plans and looks for a replacement for Sam. Problem is, no one is willing to give their all for the kids like Same did. When the Wildfire board gives her an ultimatum to get Sam back to work things out or face closure of her outreach centers, Kimberly has no choice but to try to find him. Fortunately, Sam and his sister Jules are willing to work out a deal: if Kimberly will come look over the farm and the books to help them find ways to cut costs and increase yield for the farm, Sam will come back to Wildfire and help sort out the problems. Traveling across the world before they can say no, Kimberly jumps right into the life at the Payton family farm. But the thoroughly city girl will have to learn quick if she is going to help out while also reviewing the books. Sam is not completely sure that Kimberly can help fix what’s going wrong at the farm and he’s afraid she will create more problems for Jules if she jumps in head first like always. So he determines to be the go-between for them to ensure Jules doesn’t get hurt and Kimberly doesn’t take over. As they work together to asses how to best help Jules, both Sam and Kimberly will have to move past the mistakes and hurts of the past if they are to really help each other out. The secondary story of Jules and Mick alongside provides lots of laughs and excellent sarcastic wit. The two hard heads need to understand that just because someone didn’t do what you expected it doesn’t mean they don’t still love you. I really wanted to like this story a lot. The characters were good, the writing was well done and the sharp wit was laugh out loud funny. But the dragging out of the solutions to the issues of the main characters made the story not as good to read. I really think it would have been better if it had focused a little more on Jules and Mick to bring balance to the rest of the story. I liked the final resolution for all the main characters and think that it was a logical solution to the main problems. I would have liked to have seen Sam be a little more confident in himself than he was by the end of the story but leaving it as it was I’m sure was meant to show that it would take time for him to gain assertion. I will still be recommending this story as it was very good other than the issues I listed above. I’ll be looking for other works from this author to see if her other stories are as entertaining as this one.

I received this temporary and complimentary E-book from Thomas Nelson Publishers via NetGalley in order to provide an honest review. I will receive no fiscal compensation for this review and the opinions expressed herein are entirely my own.

A wonderful, emotional trip Down Under:
This book grabbed my attention from the very beginning and entertained and delighted to the very end. There was beautifully descriptive, poetic writing and a perfect mix of drama, brevity and inspiration. I liked how it incorporated Aussie terminology and slang without it being over-the-top or confusing and it was fun experiencing farm life in the Australian outback.
Kimberly is feisty and determined but also desperate to belong. Meanwhile Sam is affable and laid-back yet cautious and dealing with his own past regrets. I loved watching these two spar and then eventually come together to overcome the obstacles before them. Furthermore the side characters were great and they added depth and humour to the story.
Overall a fabulous read and I can't wait to read more by this talented author!
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

I really really enjoyed this book.

This was a super cute, wholesome romance and exactly what I needed at the time that I picked it up. What first drew me to A Girl's Guide to the Outback was the cover. I can't help it. I'm a sucker for an adorable cartoon cover. Also, the word Outback is kind of a buzz word lol. I love books set in Australia and do not read enough of them. If you're reading this review and have any Australian rec's drop them in the comments please.

This book is a Christian Fiction which did not turn me off at all. I enjoy the genre and it had been far too long since I've picked it up. I am so glad I did. Sprinkled throughout there were little reminders that God loves me and He will not leave no matter what the situation. I needed to hear that and I thank the author for including it in the book.

For those of you hesitant to pick this up because of the fact that it is labeled Christian- do not be discouraged. This book is in no way "preachy", in your face or forcing religion on non believers. The characters like all people on this earth are not perfect. They are flawed and they are fantastic. I loved them all. I appreciated all the perspectives.

My favorite character if I had to choose would be Jules. I love her and I love Mick. I was shipping them so hard and I really hope (fingers crossed) that they get their own book.

Also- I am from Maryland. I appreciated the author trying to plant an outreach in Baltimore lol. That Crime Rate is like woah. Every Monday on the morning news as I'm getting ready for work they report fatalities - often in the double digits. Baltimore needs Jesus yall. Like, I live on the other side of the state- in the cornfields and I'm happy here. Even I don't want to go there. Well, the aquarium is top notch and the inner harbor is nice but I digress.

A quick thank you to NetGalley, The Author and The Publisher for my advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. I cannot wait to read more from Jessica Kate.