"A very refreshing read!"
A Girl's Guide to Moving On
By: Debbie Macomber
Genres: Women's Fiction
Posted: February 22, 2016
Leanne was married to Sean for nearly 35 years. Through the majority of those years he was unfaithful, and she looked the other way. When she learns their son Jake is unfaithful to his wife, Nichole, she makes the decision to break the cycle. She does what you wouldn't expect a mother-in-law to do, she tells Nichole her son is cheating on her. Nichole will not stay with an unfaithful husband, and her decision gives Leanne the courage to finally end her loveless marriage.
Leanne and Nichole provide each other with strength and encouragement to help them move on. During this process they both meet men who are polar opposites of their husbands. Leanne teaches an adult class for immigrants who are trying to acclimate to American life. One of those students is Nikolai, a Ukrainian, who is attracted to her. Nichole needs her car towed and big brawny tattooed Rocco shows up. Rocco is certainly different from what she's used to, but there is definitely some chemistry there. These relationships will face some challenges that make their survival questionable.
I have great admiration for both of these women who make difficult decisions that will effect their happiness. Leanne shows remarkable compassion even if means ending her new found happiness. For the sake of her child, Nichole makes a decision that also means giving up her chance at happiness. I found myself pulling for Nikolai and Rocco. Because they truly are two great guys who are perfect for Leanne and Nichole.
I really enjoyed A GIRL'S GUIDE TO MOVING ON! It was refreshing to see someone show loving compassion even when they have been wronged. This loving relationship between a mother-in-law and daughter-in- law is outstanding.
Book Summary
In this powerful and uplifting novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber, a mother and her daughter-in-law bravely leave their troubled marriages and face the challenge of starting over. Leaning on each other, Nichole and Leanne discover that their inner strength and capacity for love are greater than they ever imagined.
When Nichole discovers that her husband, Jake, has been unfaithful, the illusion of her perfect life is indelibly shattered. While juggling her young son, a new job, and volunteer work, Nichole meets Rocco, who is the opposite of Jake in nearly every way. Though blunt-spoken and rough around the edges, Rocco proves to be a dedicated father and thoughtful friend. But just as their relationship begins to blossom, Jake wagers everything on winning Nichole back—including their son Owen’s happiness. Somehow, Nichole must find the courage to defy her fears and follow her heart, with far-reaching consequences for them all.
Leanne has quietly ignored her husband’s cheating for decades, but is jolted into action by the echo of Nichole’s all-too-familiar crisis. While volunteering as a teacher of English as a second language, Leanne meets Nikolai, a charming, talented baker from Ukraine. Resolved to avoid the heartache and complications of romantic entanglements, Leanne nonetheless finds it difficult to resist Nikolai’s effusive overtures—until an unexpected tragedy tests the very fabric of her commitments.
An inspiring novel of friendship, reinvention, and hope, A Girl’s Guide to Moving On affirms the ability of every woman to forge a new path, believe in love, and fearlessly find happiness.
by: Debbie Macomber
Debbie Macomber's New Beginnings #2
Ballantine Books
March 1, 2016
On Sale: February 23, 2016
Featuring: Nichole; Leanne
352 pages
ISBN: 0553391925
EAN: 9780553391923
Kindle: B00ZNE17B4
Hardcover / e-Book