By: Jane Green
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Release Date: March 13, 2012
Women's Fiction
4 Heart Review
Book Blurb:
From the New York Times bestselling author of JEMIMA J, and THE BEACH HOUSE, comes Jane Green’s most emotional and powerful novel yet: a story that explores the complications of a woman marrying into a ready-made family, and the true meaning of motherhood.
Andi has spent much of her adult life looking for the perfect man, and at thirty-seven, she's finally found him. Ethan--divorced with two daughters, Emily and Sophia--is a devoted father and even better husband. Always hoping one day she would be a mother, Andi embraces the girls like they were her own. But in Emily’s eyes, Andi is an obstacle to her father’s love, and Emily will do whatever it takes to break her down. When the dynamics between the two escalate, they threaten everything Andi believes about love, family, and motherhood—leaving both women standing at a crossroad in their lives…and in their hearts.
ANOTHER PIECE OF MY HEART is a novel that illuminates the nuances and truths about relationships and is Jane Green at her absolute best.
While this book is Women's Fiction and not a Romance, the story itself does contain a very interesting romance for me between Andi and her husband Ethan. Although already married, this book takes you through the ups and downs they experience over a span of years that to me is nothing less than a romance story. There are so many possible things I could say about this book that would be a spoiler, so while my review is short please don't think this book doesn't deserve your attention - it totally does!
As a fan of Jane Green books, I was excited to read this but must say it was slightly different from what I've read of hers before. There is still all the depth of emotion and insight readers would expect, but I was pleasantly surprised by the book's set-up in multiple Point of Views.
You get to really see and understand how every bit of this book affects each of the characters. What's even more interesting to me as a reader is that Mrs. Green does not make these characters insanely likable, nor does she write them were they do everything perfectly. There are times you'll want to scream at the characters for being stupid or doing the wrong thing, but that's how life really is.
Again, you won't fall in love with these characters, because they are so real and their shortcomings and issues are presented along with their strengths, but you will become engrossed in their story and want to see how it ends.
A compelling and insightful look at the deep emotional bonds and turmoil that families face, you'll find yourself feeling like the author has tapped into the emotional vein of a specific family and shared it with you.
About the Author
Jane Green is the author of twelve bestselling novels, dealing with real women, real life, and all the things in-between, with her trademark wisdom, wit and warmth. She contributes to various publications, both online and print, including Huffington Post, The Sunday Times, and assorted Anthologies. Passionate about both food and the home, most weekends see her cooking up a storm in her home in Westport, Connecticut, where she lives by the beach with her husband and their many children.
Jane Green Links:
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GIVEAWAY: Two Cheeky Reads readers will win a copy of Another Piece of My Heart! Leave a comment below letting me know if you like reading Women's Fiction in addition to romances, and if you've read and liked romances that feature an already married husband and wife. Make sure to leave your email address so I can contact you if you win!
Giveaway will end Saturday March 31st at Midnight and the winner announced on Monday, April 2nd.
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ReplyDeleteThis book sounds sooo good!! Thanks for the chance to win!! I like Women's Fiction but I don't read them as much as I do romances. I love all types of romances and I have read and do love stories with married couples!! Thanks again
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Thanks for the great review! I haven't read any of Ms. Green's books but this one sound so intriguing!
ReplyDeleteI like Women's fiction or Chick Lit but I don't read a large number of books in this genre. One of my favs however, is about a long term couple about to get married... Names My Sisters Call Me by Megan Crane. I definitely recommend this book and this author.
Thanks for the giveaway! Have a wonderful day!
I read all kinds of books and enjoy romances of any kind.
ReplyDeleteI don't read a lot of Women's Fiction & I can't recall a single book I have read that featured a husband & wife. Usually a lot of the stories lead up to that.
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I have really come to enjoy Jane Green's writing. I first came across her when a friend gave me Jemima J - I loved it and really need to reread it one of these days. Since then, I have read (or listened to) quite a few of her books. I just finished listening to one - The Other Woman and I really liked that one, too. Have you read that one?
ReplyDeleteI love reading women's fiction - I find that there is usually some romance included, but more importantly, they tend to deal with issues that are real to women today. This current story, Another Piece of My Heart, reminds me of my brother - he was a single dad for a while and I always wondered how the girls he dated felt about having a ready-made family (and he was young at the time).
I would love to win a copy of this book. Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
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Yes, I like Women's Fiction in addition to romances. But no I haven't read any romances that feature an already married husband and wife. I would love to read this book for I am a big fan of Jane Green's. Thanks for having this giveaway.
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