Engrossing and positive story

I always enjoy a Sylvie Stewart story and even though a 30-something divorcee single mum doesn’t have much in common with me, I was delighted to find that I loved the characters, story and the whole book. This is billed as the third book in the multi-author Juniper Court series - but it stands completely alone and, having read none of the other in the series, I could see no crossovers of other characters.

Jenna Watson gave herself 18 months after her divorce before she decided to get herself back out there and start dating again. Nothing serious - just a summer fling while her 10 year old twins are away for the summer. Her first few attempts, aided and abetted by her crazy sister, Jill, are things she’d rather forget. Even worse, hot but grumpy police officer, Sam Martinez, somehow always seems to be around to witness her humiliation. But her first impressions might not be right and perhaps Sam is perfect summer fling material. Or maybe he’s more.

Jenna is a very relatable character - despite personally having very little to relate to her about. She’s got the right amount of feistiness about her to go along with her nervousness about getting back on the dating scene. She was definitely the more sensible sister but I loved her desire to move on with her life and find her happiness. I was cheering for her, laughing with her and just generally loving her.

Now excuse me while I swoon for Officer Sam Martinez. *Sigh* He’s a grumpy stickler for the rules who talks like an old man - but he’s also hot (aviators and a uniform? Yum!), protective, sexy and very into Jenna. He’s still able to laugh and joke and the interactions between him and Jenna was delightful. They were also hot. There’s not an abundance of sex scenes but there are enough to keep things sizzling.

As always with Sylvie Stewart, I laughed out loud on occasion while listening. It’s perhaps not as sidesplittingly funny as other of Ms Stewart’s books I’ve read, but it was upbeat and addictive and I just wanted to keep hearing about Jenna and Sam’s story. I hated once I’d finished the story as I wanted more, dammit. And that’s with there being a more than satisfying conclusion and a lovely epilogue.

The story is told in first person, past tense and only from Jenna’s point of view. This is reflected in the fact there’s only one narrator for this story - Kelsey Navarro. She has a very pleasing voice and I believed her in her portrayal of Jenna. She read the story well and I’d definitely give her performance the full five stars. While I usually complain about not knowing (usually) the man’s point of view in a story, in this story it worked because it was obvious that Officer Hottie was very much smitten with Jenna. It was only Jenna herself that wasn’t aware of his feelings - or her own for that matter!

Even though the book I was listening to prior to this one, another Sylvie Stewart story, New Jerk in Town, doesn’t appear to connect to this tale, it wasn’t until the end of the story that I realised that New Jerk is Jenna’s crazy (in a good way) sister Jill’s own story. Now I want to go back and listen to New Jerk again so I can get giddy every time Jenna and Sam are mentioned.

This story was a really positive and engrossing story that I have to admit I found quite inspiring. It’s all about taking a chance, living your life and putting your whole heart into everything you do. And there’s a lovely, hot, romance-worthy police officer to boot. What’s not to love? A highly recommended 5 stars.

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Perfect

This was just what I was hoping it would be! Sometimes you have to kiss a few frogs to find your officer!
I loved the tension and sarcasm between Jenna & Sam, and everyone needs a sister like Jill!

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Laugh out loud good

Sylvie Stewart has a way with romantic comedy. She is my go to author when I need a "laugh so hard my belly hurts" read. Sylvie did not let me down with Then again. Poor Jenna has been mourning her divorce for 2 years now. After not so gentle prodding from her sister, she attempts to interact with her hot neighbors. This is where the fun begins. Jenna is easy to relate to and I enjoyed her story. Even though this is part of a series, Then Again is really a stand alone that is not to be overlooked.

Kelsey Navarro has easily become one of my favorite narrators. She has an easy to listen to voice. Kelsey has a way to bring all the characters to life through her narration. She can flow smoothly from character to character, yet keep them always distinct and different. I alwasy look forward to listening to her narration.

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Then Again

What a sweet romance that has you laughing and cheering for these two to find their happy ending after all they have been through. I loved this book and was the perfect escape from real life.

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very good

Kelsey Navarro is a great narrator for this so enjoyable book.

I loved the story, finding romance after a divorce.

Humorous and great chemistry between the characters of Jenna and Sam. Great second characters. I found myself laughing and wanting them to find their Happy Ending.

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Finding love after divorce

A captivating love story about Jenna and Sam. 💕💕
After being hurt and disappointed by her ex husband Jenna is wary of becoming involved with another man. But could the handsome and protective police officer change her mind?
Excellent narration throughout and I wish I could give it more than 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Funny and heart warming...

This book was an amusing take on starting again after divorce.

The characters and story line kept me interested and a perfectly sweet ending always helps!

Great narration

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Lovely story, great narration

I liked the story of Jenna trying to get back to the scene of romance after her divorce. Jenna was a great character and her interactions with her sister, Jill, were such fun. It was a lighthearted HEA romance. This was my first book by Syilvie Stewart and I liked her writing. This story was definitely worth reading/listening.

Kelsey Navarro's narration was spectacular. I loved every minute. Great job!

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Excellent!

Very enjoyable made me laugh. Great characters with good chemistry. The narrator really brought the characters to life.
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Thoroughly enjoyable

I really enjoyed this book, which could easily be listened to as a standalone, if not read the other books in the series. I enjoyed the humorous storyline and characters. Jenna and her sister's interaction was brilliant together and I really enjoyed the relationship development with Sam.
Narration was clear and had feeling.

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