New Release+Review: The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez

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Two years after losing her fiancé, Sloan Monroe still can't seem to get her life back on track. But one trouble-making pup with a "take me home" look in his eyes is about to change everything. With her new pet by her side, Sloan finally starts to feel more like herself. Then, after weeks of unanswered texts, Tucker's owner reaches out. He's a musician on tour in Australia. And bottom line: He wants Tucker back.
Well, Sloan's not about to give up her dog without a fight. But what if this Jason guy really loves Tucker? As their flirty texts turn into long calls, Sloan can't deny a connection. Jason is hot and nice and funny. There's no telling what could happen when they meet in person. The question is: With his music career on the rise, how long will Jason really stick around? And is it possible for Sloan to survive another heartbreak?

Review 

After reading and LOVING “The Friend Zone” earlier this year, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this book. My heart broke for Sloan in the last book and while I read this book I wanted to reach in and give her a big hug.

“It was hard to come to terms with something that didn’t make sense, like a tragic untimely death or a breakup that came out of nowhere. How could anyone be at peace when they don’t know what they did to deserve it or what they could have done to make things different?’’

Ugh.

Jason was EVERYTHING in this story and I need me one of him in real life as well. He was SO patient, caring and understanding and I loved how he stayed with Sloan through the good and the bad. Throughout this story we slowly start to see a transformation from Sloan and I love that it wasn’t because of a guy. Sloan got better because SHE wanted to get better and it was such a beautiful and heartwarming thing to see.

I also loved how Kristen and Josh did everything they could to make sure Sloan was okay. #SquadGoals Kristen was a hoot in this story and it was so nice to catch up with her and Josh.

It’s hard to believe that this is only Abby Jimenez second novel. The writing and storytelling always suck me in while I’m reading. It felt like I was with old friends. I smiled, laughed, cried and hurt right along with them these last two books and I am going to miss these characters so much. And as usual I am suffering from the only book hangover. Jimenez has blown me away twice in one year which is NO easy feat. P.S. Make sure to read the author’s note.