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Paper Swans
Ben Lawrence seems to have it all - the hot job, the flashy car, the luxurious apartment. But one tragic day in his past mars his future.
Since the events of that day he hasn't truly got close to anyone.
He made a promise that love was the price he would pay for his mistakes.
When Effy Jones - a bright, ambitious charity founder - walks into the PR firm where Ben works, neither realise that their lives are about to be turned upside down.
Paper Swans tells of how love can conquer all, and how when everything is broken one person can help to put the pieces together...
Since the events of that day he hasn't truly got close to anyone.
He made a promise that love was the price he would pay for his mistakes.
When Effy Jones - a bright, ambitious charity founder - walks into the PR firm where Ben works, neither realise that their lives are about to be turned upside down.
Paper Swans tells of how love can conquer all, and how when everything is broken one person can help to put the pieces together...
441 pages, Paperback
First published July 31, 2014
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About the author
Jessica Thompson
4 books131 followersJessica Thompson is an author living in London.
Born in Yorkshire in the late eighties, she then lived in France and Kent, before moving to the big city she loves so much.
Her very first ‘novel’, written in her early teens, is so old it was stored on a floppy disc. She spent most of her childhood reading her latest poems and stories to her long-suffering but inspirational parents, who encouraged her to continue sharpening her skills as a writer.
This passion for writing continued and flourished, and she eventually trained to become a reporter with the National Council for the Training of Journalists. She was a reporter for two major newspaper groups for six years, before working in charity communications and digital marketing while writing novels.
Jessica loves singing, running, eating out and spending time with friends. She is currently studying with the Open University.
Jessica’s debut novel This is a Love Story was published by Coronet, Hodder and Stoughton, in February 2012. Her second novel Three Little Words was published on August 15 2013. Jessica’s third book will be published during the summer of 2014, and her fourth in 2015.
Born in Yorkshire in the late eighties, she then lived in France and Kent, before moving to the big city she loves so much.
Her very first ‘novel’, written in her early teens, is so old it was stored on a floppy disc. She spent most of her childhood reading her latest poems and stories to her long-suffering but inspirational parents, who encouraged her to continue sharpening her skills as a writer.
This passion for writing continued and flourished, and she eventually trained to become a reporter with the National Council for the Training of Journalists. She was a reporter for two major newspaper groups for six years, before working in charity communications and digital marketing while writing novels.
Jessica loves singing, running, eating out and spending time with friends. She is currently studying with the Open University.
Jessica’s debut novel This is a Love Story was published by Coronet, Hodder and Stoughton, in February 2012. Her second novel Three Little Words was published on August 15 2013. Jessica’s third book will be published during the summer of 2014, and her fourth in 2015.
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March 15, 2015
I really can't help it. I love romance novels. I love mushy love stories about meaningless forevers whispered in the dark, I love the idea of soulmates and coincidental meetings, endless night spent wondering 'what would have happened' if he hadn't said hi, or she hadn't been late for work. I am a hopeless romantic, and my heart is easily touched by these stories of soulmates and happy endings.
But even with my preference for sugary clichés and people who were meant to be, "Paper Swans" was simply too much. It really is bad. So, so, so bad.
Even the premise of the story is hollow. A rich playboy with a tortured past and an ambitious girl who sees right through him; a jealous and complicated ex-boyfriend; a secret that is kept too long; an emotional scene in an airport.
While it wouldn't result in a five-star review, I could have lived with all of the above. I would have sighed, at once irritably and content, with the well-known formula of the story.
But, oh, the writing style! The writing style only makes bad worse. The character's speaks like ancient creatures from one of Maeve Binchy's novels, despite them being 28 years old and supposedly "trendy". The symbolism of the swans – paper and real – is stupidly obvious, and worst of all, the main character's inner examinations of their feelings are so wretchedly corny.
What a disaster.
But even with my preference for sugary clichés and people who were meant to be, "Paper Swans" was simply too much. It really is bad. So, so, so bad.
Even the premise of the story is hollow. A rich playboy with a tortured past and an ambitious girl who sees right through him; a jealous and complicated ex-boyfriend; a secret that is kept too long; an emotional scene in an airport.
While it wouldn't result in a five-star review, I could have lived with all of the above. I would have sighed, at once irritably and content, with the well-known formula of the story.
But, oh, the writing style! The writing style only makes bad worse. The character's speaks like ancient creatures from one of Maeve Binchy's novels, despite them being 28 years old and supposedly "trendy". The symbolism of the swans – paper and real – is stupidly obvious, and worst of all, the main character's inner examinations of their feelings are so wretchedly corny.
What a disaster.
May 2, 2019
I had high hopes for this book. But it was boring.
Clichè, predictable, and dramatic. The characters didn’t stir anything within me. Ben was supposed to be handsome, rich yada yada but I didn’t feel anything of the sort. He seemed more like a cute idiot, who blushed all the time. Effy was not the heroine I hoped for, too.
The book featured a lot of cliched elements, like a jealous ex-boyfriend, a cool best friend, a smart but beautiful heroine (but of course she had no clue about how gorgeous she was), and a handsome, rich man with a tragic past. But in this book it was all too much.
I did like the mental illness concept, but it could have been executed in a way better and refined way.
All in all, WHAT WAS THAT.
Clichè, predictable, and dramatic. The characters didn’t stir anything within me. Ben was supposed to be handsome, rich yada yada but I didn’t feel anything of the sort. He seemed more like a cute idiot, who blushed all the time. Effy was not the heroine I hoped for, too.
The book featured a lot of cliched elements, like a jealous ex-boyfriend, a cool best friend, a smart but beautiful heroine (but of course she had no clue about how gorgeous she was), and a handsome, rich man with a tragic past. But in this book it was all too much.
I did like the mental illness concept, but it could have been executed in a way better and refined way.
All in all, WHAT WAS THAT.
August 10, 2014
I absolutely loved This is a Love Story and Three Little Words by Jessica Thompson so I have been eagerly awaiting her next release, so when I finally set my eyes on the gorgeous cover for Paper Swans I just couldn’t wait to get wrapped up in this authors literary world again.
Ben is the definition of success, he has it all the high flying job, the bulging bank account, the cool apartment and the gorgeous looks to go with it but his package isn’t complete as underneath all that he is hiding a tragic event from his past that he just cannot lay to rest.
Effy has very strong values and is a very ambitious woman who is the founder of a new charity to help the families is Uganda. Effy and Ben are poles apart and yet when their paths cross when Ben is put forward to help with the fundraising for Effy’s charity the two soon find an attraction between them but like with many relationships it is never plain sailing and will this couples relationship be able to ride the storm or will it just sink?
Once again this wonderful author has brought us yet another fabulous read. The author has created such full bodied characters that seem so life like, they are both completely different characters but they both seem to be workaholics and they have their flaws! I loved Effy as it was nice to have such a determined and ambitious female lead. Ben is a great character who I couldn’t help but swoon over. I loved how he comes across as this picture perfect hot blooded male that any woman would fall for and yet underneath he is a very broken man. It was great how the author managed to keep us in suspense throughout a lot of the book as to what the actual event was that had occurred earlier in Bens life and we were giving parts of the event in dribs and drabs so our attention was held all the way through the book waiting to find out the whole picture of the event.
The reason why I loved this book so much was because of the main topic of the storyline which was about mental health. I could really relate to this topic which is another reason why I think I enjoyed the book so much especially because the author has shown that someone with mental health can easily hide their problems so nobody has any idea that anything is wrong but it also shows how important it is not to bottle it all up but to talk about it. The author writes about this delicate subject beautifully and with such knowledge and skill.
I often find that the title of the book has little relevance to the storyline but I love that little paper swans do actually feature in the book. This really was a lovely moving read that flowed at a slow pace and I enjoyed every minute of it, I cannot wait for another book by this author she is fast becoming one of my favourite authors.
Ben is the definition of success, he has it all the high flying job, the bulging bank account, the cool apartment and the gorgeous looks to go with it but his package isn’t complete as underneath all that he is hiding a tragic event from his past that he just cannot lay to rest.
Effy has very strong values and is a very ambitious woman who is the founder of a new charity to help the families is Uganda. Effy and Ben are poles apart and yet when their paths cross when Ben is put forward to help with the fundraising for Effy’s charity the two soon find an attraction between them but like with many relationships it is never plain sailing and will this couples relationship be able to ride the storm or will it just sink?
Once again this wonderful author has brought us yet another fabulous read. The author has created such full bodied characters that seem so life like, they are both completely different characters but they both seem to be workaholics and they have their flaws! I loved Effy as it was nice to have such a determined and ambitious female lead. Ben is a great character who I couldn’t help but swoon over. I loved how he comes across as this picture perfect hot blooded male that any woman would fall for and yet underneath he is a very broken man. It was great how the author managed to keep us in suspense throughout a lot of the book as to what the actual event was that had occurred earlier in Bens life and we were giving parts of the event in dribs and drabs so our attention was held all the way through the book waiting to find out the whole picture of the event.
The reason why I loved this book so much was because of the main topic of the storyline which was about mental health. I could really relate to this topic which is another reason why I think I enjoyed the book so much especially because the author has shown that someone with mental health can easily hide their problems so nobody has any idea that anything is wrong but it also shows how important it is not to bottle it all up but to talk about it. The author writes about this delicate subject beautifully and with such knowledge and skill.
I often find that the title of the book has little relevance to the storyline but I love that little paper swans do actually feature in the book. This really was a lovely moving read that flowed at a slow pace and I enjoyed every minute of it, I cannot wait for another book by this author she is fast becoming one of my favourite authors.
May 29, 2015
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Effy Jones is an ambitious young woman. Formerly she worked in the fashion industry, but recently she made her dream come true by setting up a charity to help the victims, children especially, of a major oil disaster in Africa. Her boyfriend finds it difficult to accept that Effy's priorities have shifted away from fashion and him and their relationship is on the edge of falling apart.
Ben Lawrence is a hotshot at a PR company. He's young, rich and very ambitious. He lives for his work and with a pay check to match he seems to have it all. But a traumatising event from his adolescence follows him wherever he goes and because of that he struggles to connect with people on more than just a superficial level. When his company chooses to sponsor Effy's charity and he is assigned to be her contact person, it seems this might finally change.
Paper Swans has one of the most eye-catching covers I've seen all year; the cheerful bright yellow really pops, making is not only stand out amongst a wealth of other books on my shelves but it also made me want to read the novel as soon as I got my hands on it. Props to the designer!
The story itself focuses in alternating chapters on Ben and Effy, first separately and later on at the same time as they start to get closer and their arcs intertwine. It was a very predictable set up of boy-meets-girl and their inevitable romantic entanglement, but this was more about the 'how' than the 'when' and while the ending was perhaps obvious from the first few chapters, the road to get there was a difficult one and very emotional - for the characters as well as the reader.
While I instantly loved Effy and her mission of doing good in the world, I found it more difficult to sympathise with Ben. All throughout the novel a horrible event from his past is alluded to which has shaped him as an emotionally distant adult who gets through life by keeping everyone at bay and drowning his sorrows in drink. The fact that despite the years of therapy and support from family he still focuses single-mindedly on how terrible his life is, made him come across as a weak and rather unsympathetic character.
While Ben's story of coming to terms with his past was dragged out and repetitive for the better part of the novel, I did came to like and understand him towards the end. However, it was the strong-willed and inspirational Effy who was the real star of this novel and rather than giving the two main characters almost equal amounts of page time, for me it would've worked better if the story had been told solely from her point of view.
2.5 stars
Effy Jones is an ambitious young woman. Formerly she worked in the fashion industry, but recently she made her dream come true by setting up a charity to help the victims, children especially, of a major oil disaster in Africa. Her boyfriend finds it difficult to accept that Effy's priorities have shifted away from fashion and him and their relationship is on the edge of falling apart.
Ben Lawrence is a hotshot at a PR company. He's young, rich and very ambitious. He lives for his work and with a pay check to match he seems to have it all. But a traumatising event from his adolescence follows him wherever he goes and because of that he struggles to connect with people on more than just a superficial level. When his company chooses to sponsor Effy's charity and he is assigned to be her contact person, it seems this might finally change.
Paper Swans has one of the most eye-catching covers I've seen all year; the cheerful bright yellow really pops, making is not only stand out amongst a wealth of other books on my shelves but it also made me want to read the novel as soon as I got my hands on it. Props to the designer!
The story itself focuses in alternating chapters on Ben and Effy, first separately and later on at the same time as they start to get closer and their arcs intertwine. It was a very predictable set up of boy-meets-girl and their inevitable romantic entanglement, but this was more about the 'how' than the 'when' and while the ending was perhaps obvious from the first few chapters, the road to get there was a difficult one and very emotional - for the characters as well as the reader.
While I instantly loved Effy and her mission of doing good in the world, I found it more difficult to sympathise with Ben. All throughout the novel a horrible event from his past is alluded to which has shaped him as an emotionally distant adult who gets through life by keeping everyone at bay and drowning his sorrows in drink. The fact that despite the years of therapy and support from family he still focuses single-mindedly on how terrible his life is, made him come across as a weak and rather unsympathetic character.
While Ben's story of coming to terms with his past was dragged out and repetitive for the better part of the novel, I did came to like and understand him towards the end. However, it was the strong-willed and inspirational Effy who was the real star of this novel and rather than giving the two main characters almost equal amounts of page time, for me it would've worked better if the story had been told solely from her point of view.
2.5 stars
January 19, 2015
A bit different way of reading this for me - I listened to the audio book. Really enjoyed the story and I adored the characters. I always do enjoy books by this author.
November 16, 2017
This was a slow burner for me - a book I didn't think I'd be particularly bothered about, but I'm so glad I gave it a chance. Halfway in and I was gripped by this moving story.
Ben, a successful flashy businessman has it all. The job, the car, the women in abundance.. But there is a tragedy hidden in his past and the memories of that terrible day haunt him. They prevent him from falling in love and instead he lives a life of materialism. Until he meets Effy Jones, a bright ambitious and inspiring charity founder - and both of their lives are turned upside down.
I feel that this book was wonderfully researched in terms of Mental Health and I found this whole story very touching.
Ben, a successful flashy businessman has it all. The job, the car, the women in abundance.. But there is a tragedy hidden in his past and the memories of that terrible day haunt him. They prevent him from falling in love and instead he lives a life of materialism. Until he meets Effy Jones, a bright ambitious and inspiring charity founder - and both of their lives are turned upside down.
I feel that this book was wonderfully researched in terms of Mental Health and I found this whole story very touching.
February 4, 2017
I got this book free on audible, I thought it was the book I needed to read for my book club, sadly it was not, but I decided to read it anyway. This book was long, and the same 2 problems occurred throughout the story, the main male character had mental issues to say the least, self loathing through the entire book, and the main female character was more self righteous . The whole I love you, I hate you, and inner turmoil was confusing and irritating . I don't like giving bad reviews but couldn't hold my tongue on this one, I couldn't wait for the book to be over!
February 7, 2019
I liked the many characters and the role they played in making the end happen. I did find the beginning half a bit tedious but the end made it worth it. There are some fantastic sentences that J. Thompson uses that I read over and over because I loved them so much. However, this wasn't consistent across the book. There were times when I rolled my eyes at the main female character. As an easy read, I did enjoy this overall.
November 11, 2018
Eine nette und kurzweilige Geschichte mit ernsten Zwischentönen. Leider einige Längen und typische Liebesromanwendungen.
May 10, 2019
I normally read crime novels so this was quite different for me. I actually liked it though, the story was good, the premise of the book was good and it was entertaining enough.
August 14, 2024
A thought provoking novel that dea is sensitively with aspects of mental health.
September 16, 2014
PAPER SWANS BY JESSICA THOMPSON
THE BLURB
Ben Lawrence seems to have it all - the hot job, the flashy car, the luxurious apartment. But one tragic day in his past mars his future.
Since the events of that day he hasn't truly got close to anyone.
He made a promise that love was the price he would pay for his mistakes.
When Effy Jones - a bright, ambitious charity founder - walks into the PR firm where Ben works, neither realise that their lives are about to be turned upside down.
Paper Swans tells of how love can conquer all, and how when everything is broken one person can help to put the pieces together...
WHAT I SAY
What a fab book the main storyline is about Ben he someone with mental health problems the book shows you that people can hide things so easily
They should not bottle it all up the subject was written with such knowledge and skill very well research too .
Ben was a very success young man he got a job he loved he a high flyer in the company he got a very flash car which he loves He gorgeous everyone loves him but Ben hates him self so much he been hiding a tragic event from his past he can not get it out of his head it eating away at him he can not get it out of his mind . To the outside world he got a brilliant job a very expensive car a lovely apartment and lots of money what more could this young man want ?
Ben not told many people what happen that day he has never dealt with it just bottled it up he can not bring him self to love again why ?
Then one day Effy walks into his life (his work) she not idea about Ben past or his life she know idea what going on with him
Effy was a lovely character she works 24/7 just like Ben does most of the time she a very successful young lady her work is fab can her and Ben work together?
The story very good you get pulled into it . It will make you think about things .The book got love , family , work , charity work , illness and friendships
They all seem to link into the story well
I like that we got to hear all about Effy charity work it was great to hear why she set it up and why she want to help the small children in Uganda
The book about two people falling in love the relationship does not run very smoothly at all
It will make you laugh at some thinks they do
Ben should have talk more to Effy about his work and what was on his mind i think
The whole book very good the plot very good the issue are dealt with in a very nice way it will may you think about life i want to tell you more about the story but i want you all to read you will love it 4 stars read enjoy pass on
I like to thank bookbridgr for letting me read this fab book
ABOUT AUTHOR
Jessica Thompson is an author living in London.
Born in Yorkshire in the late eighties, she then lived in France and Kent, before moving to the big city she loves so much
Her very first 'novel', written in her early teens, is so old it was stored on a floppy disc. She spent most of her childhood reading her latest poems and stories to her long-suffering but inspirational parents, who encouraged her to continue sharpening her skills as a writer.
This passion for writing continued and flourished, and she eventually trained to become a reporter with the National Council for the Training of Journalists. She was a reporter for two major newspaper groups for six years, before working in charity communications and digital marketing while writing novels.
Jessica loves singing, running, eating out and spending time with friends. She is currently studying with the Open University.
To find out more you can visit Jessica's website http://jessicathompsonbooks.com/, her Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jessic... or follow her on twitter @Jthompsonauthor
THE BLURB
Ben Lawrence seems to have it all - the hot job, the flashy car, the luxurious apartment. But one tragic day in his past mars his future.
Since the events of that day he hasn't truly got close to anyone.
He made a promise that love was the price he would pay for his mistakes.
When Effy Jones - a bright, ambitious charity founder - walks into the PR firm where Ben works, neither realise that their lives are about to be turned upside down.
Paper Swans tells of how love can conquer all, and how when everything is broken one person can help to put the pieces together...
WHAT I SAY
What a fab book the main storyline is about Ben he someone with mental health problems the book shows you that people can hide things so easily
They should not bottle it all up the subject was written with such knowledge and skill very well research too .
Ben was a very success young man he got a job he loved he a high flyer in the company he got a very flash car which he loves He gorgeous everyone loves him but Ben hates him self so much he been hiding a tragic event from his past he can not get it out of his head it eating away at him he can not get it out of his mind . To the outside world he got a brilliant job a very expensive car a lovely apartment and lots of money what more could this young man want ?
Ben not told many people what happen that day he has never dealt with it just bottled it up he can not bring him self to love again why ?
Then one day Effy walks into his life (his work) she not idea about Ben past or his life she know idea what going on with him
Effy was a lovely character she works 24/7 just like Ben does most of the time she a very successful young lady her work is fab can her and Ben work together?
The story very good you get pulled into it . It will make you think about things .The book got love , family , work , charity work , illness and friendships
They all seem to link into the story well
I like that we got to hear all about Effy charity work it was great to hear why she set it up and why she want to help the small children in Uganda
The book about two people falling in love the relationship does not run very smoothly at all
It will make you laugh at some thinks they do
Ben should have talk more to Effy about his work and what was on his mind i think
The whole book very good the plot very good the issue are dealt with in a very nice way it will may you think about life i want to tell you more about the story but i want you all to read you will love it 4 stars read enjoy pass on
I like to thank bookbridgr for letting me read this fab book
ABOUT AUTHOR
Jessica Thompson is an author living in London.
Born in Yorkshire in the late eighties, she then lived in France and Kent, before moving to the big city she loves so much
Her very first 'novel', written in her early teens, is so old it was stored on a floppy disc. She spent most of her childhood reading her latest poems and stories to her long-suffering but inspirational parents, who encouraged her to continue sharpening her skills as a writer.
This passion for writing continued and flourished, and she eventually trained to become a reporter with the National Council for the Training of Journalists. She was a reporter for two major newspaper groups for six years, before working in charity communications and digital marketing while writing novels.
Jessica loves singing, running, eating out and spending time with friends. She is currently studying with the Open University.
To find out more you can visit Jessica's website http://jessicathompsonbooks.com/, her Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jessic... or follow her on twitter @Jthompsonauthor
August 7, 2014
Synopsis
Can two people from different worlds be together? It seems that maybe they can. When Ben’s PR company take on Effy’s cause as part of their charity scheme the two seem like polar opposites; Ben, the high flying executive with the fancy apartment and expensive car and Effy, the driving force behind a new charity to fund the set up of hospitals in the desperately deprived Uganda.
Yet despite their differences, these two fall for each other, they fall hard. As with life, the course of true love never runs smoothly. A secret about Ben’s job threatens not only their relationship but all the hard work that Effy has done.
Can Effy and Ben survive this?
Review
Jessica Thompson has only bloody done it again. I absolutely loved her first two books (This is a Love Story and Three Little Words) and I have waited ever so patiently for the release of Paper Swans. The wait was worth it.
Thompson, somewhat ironically, has a flawless way of writing flawed characters. She does so in a way that you cannot help but empathise with them. Ben is essentially a mess. Broken by events of his past that he hasn’t ever dealt with and yet his so called perfect life would lead anyone to believe that he doesn’t have a care in the world. Effy is a beautiful girl who sees the good in everything…until that thing lets her down. She wants things to be perfect, to right and good and when Ben shows a tiny chink in his armour she feels too let down to carry on. It takes the full story for them to both realise perfection isn’t something that you can achieve.
With Paper Swans, Thompson had me chuckling away to myself, getting angry and telling the characters off and also swooning at the loveliness of certain chapters. What she also manages to do is raise awareness of a serious topic. The theme that runs throughout this novel is one of mental health and the stigma attached to it. What Thompson tries to do, and in my opinion does quite successfully, is show that it isn’t a certain stereotype that can suffer with mental health problems. She shows that the world of mental health covers a wide spectrum and none of us are immune to needing a little help from time to time.
The symbolism of swans was really clever especially when used as an allegory for Ben who seemed to be gliding through life seamlessly whilst working his backside off just to stay afloat. And with the swans, who mate for life, representing the ever lasting love that he wants to have with Effy was seamlessly interwoven into the story and once again shows Thompson’s skill.
Thompson’s stories are beautiful, romantic and full of heart but more than that they have the backbone of contentious issues which distinguish her stories from those of her contemporaries.
Can two people from different worlds be together? It seems that maybe they can. When Ben’s PR company take on Effy’s cause as part of their charity scheme the two seem like polar opposites; Ben, the high flying executive with the fancy apartment and expensive car and Effy, the driving force behind a new charity to fund the set up of hospitals in the desperately deprived Uganda.
Yet despite their differences, these two fall for each other, they fall hard. As with life, the course of true love never runs smoothly. A secret about Ben’s job threatens not only their relationship but all the hard work that Effy has done.
Can Effy and Ben survive this?
Review
Jessica Thompson has only bloody done it again. I absolutely loved her first two books (This is a Love Story and Three Little Words) and I have waited ever so patiently for the release of Paper Swans. The wait was worth it.
Thompson, somewhat ironically, has a flawless way of writing flawed characters. She does so in a way that you cannot help but empathise with them. Ben is essentially a mess. Broken by events of his past that he hasn’t ever dealt with and yet his so called perfect life would lead anyone to believe that he doesn’t have a care in the world. Effy is a beautiful girl who sees the good in everything…until that thing lets her down. She wants things to be perfect, to right and good and when Ben shows a tiny chink in his armour she feels too let down to carry on. It takes the full story for them to both realise perfection isn’t something that you can achieve.
With Paper Swans, Thompson had me chuckling away to myself, getting angry and telling the characters off and also swooning at the loveliness of certain chapters. What she also manages to do is raise awareness of a serious topic. The theme that runs throughout this novel is one of mental health and the stigma attached to it. What Thompson tries to do, and in my opinion does quite successfully, is show that it isn’t a certain stereotype that can suffer with mental health problems. She shows that the world of mental health covers a wide spectrum and none of us are immune to needing a little help from time to time.
The symbolism of swans was really clever especially when used as an allegory for Ben who seemed to be gliding through life seamlessly whilst working his backside off just to stay afloat. And with the swans, who mate for life, representing the ever lasting love that he wants to have with Effy was seamlessly interwoven into the story and once again shows Thompson’s skill.
Thompson’s stories are beautiful, romantic and full of heart but more than that they have the backbone of contentious issues which distinguish her stories from those of her contemporaries.
September 9, 2014
Title: Paper Swans
Author: Jessica Thompson
Publisher: Hodder
Publication Date: 31st July 2014
Blurb
Ben Lawrence seems to have it all - the hot job, the flashy car, the luxurious apartment. But one tragic day in his past mars his future.
Since the events of that day he hasn't truly got close to anyone.
He made a promise that love was the price he would pay for his mistakes.
When Effy Jones - a bright, ambitious charity founder - walks into the PR firm where Ben works, neither realise that their lives are about to be turned upside down.
Paper Swans tells of how love can conquer all, and how when everything is broken one person can help to put the pieces together...
Verdict
Wow......I fell in love with Paper Swans so much. Heartbreaking and Life Changing....
Being a big fan of Jessica Thompson's last two books This is a love story and Three Little Words, I couldn't wait to read Paper Swans. When I saw the cover..it was breath taking, beautiful and can easily stand out on shelves!
Paper Swans is about a bloke called Ben Lawrence who has it all, the hot job, the flashy car, the amazing luxurious apartment. But one tragic day in his past stops him moving in the future. He won't let him self get close to anyone, won't let himself fall in love or anything...Until he meets Effy Jones, a bright, ambitious charity founder who Ben will be working with part of his job to work with a charity and help them raise money for that charity... Ben and Effy don't realise their lives are going to be turned upside down.
I loved reading Paper Swans so so much, Jessica Thompson is an amazing writer who in this book has written about Mental Health which can effect everybody in different ways even if you try and cover it up, Mental Health is still going to be there. Jessica really approached the story so amazingly and you really will fall in love with the story.
I loved the characters Ben and Effy so much, at first when I was reading about Ben I thought he seemed a right tool and bit obnoxious however reading more and more of the book, my views changed of Ben and realised he just wanted to find to love deep down but that tragic accident is still lodged in his mind...
Effy comes across a care free kind person who will do anything for the people in her charity which is just amazing the things she will do.
I don't want to give too much away of the story as you need to experience the emotions yourself while reading this book.
I adored Paper Swans so much and want everybody to go out and buy all 3 of Jessica Thompson's book as you won't want to miss out!
"5 amazing, loveable, beautiful, magical stars"
Author: Jessica Thompson
Publisher: Hodder
Publication Date: 31st July 2014
Blurb
Ben Lawrence seems to have it all - the hot job, the flashy car, the luxurious apartment. But one tragic day in his past mars his future.
Since the events of that day he hasn't truly got close to anyone.
He made a promise that love was the price he would pay for his mistakes.
When Effy Jones - a bright, ambitious charity founder - walks into the PR firm where Ben works, neither realise that their lives are about to be turned upside down.
Paper Swans tells of how love can conquer all, and how when everything is broken one person can help to put the pieces together...
Verdict
Wow......I fell in love with Paper Swans so much. Heartbreaking and Life Changing....
Being a big fan of Jessica Thompson's last two books This is a love story and Three Little Words, I couldn't wait to read Paper Swans. When I saw the cover..it was breath taking, beautiful and can easily stand out on shelves!
Paper Swans is about a bloke called Ben Lawrence who has it all, the hot job, the flashy car, the amazing luxurious apartment. But one tragic day in his past stops him moving in the future. He won't let him self get close to anyone, won't let himself fall in love or anything...Until he meets Effy Jones, a bright, ambitious charity founder who Ben will be working with part of his job to work with a charity and help them raise money for that charity... Ben and Effy don't realise their lives are going to be turned upside down.
I loved reading Paper Swans so so much, Jessica Thompson is an amazing writer who in this book has written about Mental Health which can effect everybody in different ways even if you try and cover it up, Mental Health is still going to be there. Jessica really approached the story so amazingly and you really will fall in love with the story.
I loved the characters Ben and Effy so much, at first when I was reading about Ben I thought he seemed a right tool and bit obnoxious however reading more and more of the book, my views changed of Ben and realised he just wanted to find to love deep down but that tragic accident is still lodged in his mind...
Effy comes across a care free kind person who will do anything for the people in her charity which is just amazing the things she will do.
I don't want to give too much away of the story as you need to experience the emotions yourself while reading this book.
I adored Paper Swans so much and want everybody to go out and buy all 3 of Jessica Thompson's book as you won't want to miss out!
"5 amazing, loveable, beautiful, magical stars"
April 4, 2015
This book has one of the most beautiful covers I have ever seen. And with a beautiful cover is an equally beautiful story.
Paper Swans tells the story of two ambitious adults - Ben Lawrence and Effy Jones. Whilst Ben is known as a business prodigy in one of London's most famous PR company's, Effy is working to achieve her dream to open a charity to help those unfortunate in Uganda. Ben's company decides to help fund and support Effy's charity which leads to them both having to work together. When Ben and Effy start a relationship, one small mistake from Ben leads everything into disaster.
Whilst the summary may give off the impression that this book is about a 'lovey dovey' relationship, the story is far more than that. Paper Swans is one of the rare books I have read where it deals with mental illness. In this case - Ben. After suffering from a tragic loss as a teenager, it continues to haunt him in his years and affect his life in the worst way possible as he grew into an adult. He continues to blame himself for what had happened which leads him to neglect close relationships with people, especially women, in fear he would only end up hurting them too.
It was easy to sympathize and love Ben as we are briefly given small fragments of his past as he speaks to his psychologist. Both Effy and Ben are flawed characters that were developed flawlessly. The writing is a mix between simplistic and descriptive yet casual and enjoyable at the same time. Thompson's writing just draws you in and really has you mold into the world she has created. The story takes place within modern day and age, moving forwards into 2015. The story was told at a good pace from both character's points-of-view.
I was taken by how realistic everything seemed, it's clear the author really knows her stuff. You really are forced to feel emotions throughout the book. I'm amazed with how Ben had progressed and handled his mental illness as he slowly built up confidence once meeting Effy. Their relationship was something I admired and loved reading about. I'm sure this book is easy to relate to concerning the characters, and did well to relay the message of how people with depression and other mental illnesses are really suffering and can easily hide it away from other people.
Overall, this was a lovely and breath-taking book and I loved every single page. I would highly recommend people to read this.
Paper Swans tells the story of two ambitious adults - Ben Lawrence and Effy Jones. Whilst Ben is known as a business prodigy in one of London's most famous PR company's, Effy is working to achieve her dream to open a charity to help those unfortunate in Uganda. Ben's company decides to help fund and support Effy's charity which leads to them both having to work together. When Ben and Effy start a relationship, one small mistake from Ben leads everything into disaster.
Whilst the summary may give off the impression that this book is about a 'lovey dovey' relationship, the story is far more than that. Paper Swans is one of the rare books I have read where it deals with mental illness. In this case - Ben. After suffering from a tragic loss as a teenager, it continues to haunt him in his years and affect his life in the worst way possible as he grew into an adult. He continues to blame himself for what had happened which leads him to neglect close relationships with people, especially women, in fear he would only end up hurting them too.
It was easy to sympathize and love Ben as we are briefly given small fragments of his past as he speaks to his psychologist. Both Effy and Ben are flawed characters that were developed flawlessly. The writing is a mix between simplistic and descriptive yet casual and enjoyable at the same time. Thompson's writing just draws you in and really has you mold into the world she has created. The story takes place within modern day and age, moving forwards into 2015. The story was told at a good pace from both character's points-of-view.
I was taken by how realistic everything seemed, it's clear the author really knows her stuff. You really are forced to feel emotions throughout the book. I'm amazed with how Ben had progressed and handled his mental illness as he slowly built up confidence once meeting Effy. Their relationship was something I admired and loved reading about. I'm sure this book is easy to relate to concerning the characters, and did well to relay the message of how people with depression and other mental illnesses are really suffering and can easily hide it away from other people.
Overall, this was a lovely and breath-taking book and I loved every single page. I would highly recommend people to read this.
October 17, 2014
The extreme emotional effect boss Dermot has on his employees is felt when Ben receives an email. Ben knows how to play the game at Ossa PR and is successful in his ‘public’ world but his inner world is empty and devoid of real feeling. His relationships are shallow because he truly can’t let anyone in.
Effy’s charity aims to help vulnerable and sick children in Uganda and is taking up all her time. This is having an impact on her relationship with Frank. He’s changed since she no longer gives him all of her attention. Effy is invited to attend a celebratory meeting at Ossa PR and she meets Ben. He doesn’t make a very good first impression!
I was intrigued by what had happened on that day as a teen to make Ben so shut off from the world of emotions. It was obviously dramatic to have been the key to him punishing himself. The flashbacks/therapy leave us knowing a little bit but not the whole story. I thought the author had the physical, mental and emotional effects of fear and anxiety exactly right. Ben’s suffering was painful to be a part of.
I loved Effy’s best friend Rosa. Friends since childhood, Rosa is blunt and to the point which is exactly what Effy needs, especially when her principals cause conflict!
Frank’s role as the jealous ex is used so effectively and the part he plays later on in the story is just brilliant!
Even though each of our leads narrate and I identified with Effy, Ben is the character who pulled on my emotions the most and created more of an impact.
For me there are parallels to the movie Pretty Woman (which I loved!). The successful but ruthless businessman who is shut off from his emotions and who affects people’s lives without a second thought but is changed by a woman he comes to love.
Paper Swans is an emotional read with a romance that will lift your heart. The ending is poignant and full of promise for the future. Perfect!
In the Author Acknowledgments at the end of the book, Jessica Thompson shares with her readers the inspiration behind the story. I agree with her wholeheartedly. - See more at: http://jerasjamboree.weebly.com/blog/...
I would like to thank Bookbridgr for providing a paperback copy in exchange for an honest review.
Effy’s charity aims to help vulnerable and sick children in Uganda and is taking up all her time. This is having an impact on her relationship with Frank. He’s changed since she no longer gives him all of her attention. Effy is invited to attend a celebratory meeting at Ossa PR and she meets Ben. He doesn’t make a very good first impression!
I was intrigued by what had happened on that day as a teen to make Ben so shut off from the world of emotions. It was obviously dramatic to have been the key to him punishing himself. The flashbacks/therapy leave us knowing a little bit but not the whole story. I thought the author had the physical, mental and emotional effects of fear and anxiety exactly right. Ben’s suffering was painful to be a part of.
I loved Effy’s best friend Rosa. Friends since childhood, Rosa is blunt and to the point which is exactly what Effy needs, especially when her principals cause conflict!
Frank’s role as the jealous ex is used so effectively and the part he plays later on in the story is just brilliant!
Even though each of our leads narrate and I identified with Effy, Ben is the character who pulled on my emotions the most and created more of an impact.
For me there are parallels to the movie Pretty Woman (which I loved!). The successful but ruthless businessman who is shut off from his emotions and who affects people’s lives without a second thought but is changed by a woman he comes to love.
Paper Swans is an emotional read with a romance that will lift your heart. The ending is poignant and full of promise for the future. Perfect!
In the Author Acknowledgments at the end of the book, Jessica Thompson shares with her readers the inspiration behind the story. I agree with her wholeheartedly. - See more at: http://jerasjamboree.weebly.com/blog/...
I would like to thank Bookbridgr for providing a paperback copy in exchange for an honest review.
September 17, 2014
(received from the publisher for honest review)
First of all, can we just appreciate the beauty of this book cover?! It's shallow, I know. The picture truly does not do this book justice - it is gorgeous!
Ok, so that's out of the way ... I read this book after The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson, and I was in the mood for something light and fluffy. And that is exactly what I got. I wouldn't say that 'chick lit' is one of my favourite genres, but every now and then a light fun read is what is needed. This books fills that spot nicely, although I did have some issues with it.
The main characters in this story both have flaws. One is suffering from mental illness as a result of a tragic 'mystery' from his past (which really isn't that much of a mystery, to be honest) and the other is a workaholic, dedicating her life to a charitable cause. But everything just seems a bit too perfect, in spite of their difficulties - Ben is hugely successful in his career, rolling in money, gorgeous looking, adored by women everywhere and Effy is beautiful, successful in her charitable endeavours, loved by everyone who meets her. It all just felt a little bit too easy and perfect, and this was not helped by a several ridiculous coincidences within the story.
This book was well written, though sometimes a little formulaic, and at times it felt the author was trying a little too hard to be funny and on trend. Due to the mental illness aspect of the plot, I couldn't help but compare this to The Shock of the Fall by Nathan Filer which I read recently, and unfortunately Paper Swans pales in comparison to Filer's book. But I think I am wrong to compare the two - Paper Swans is primarily a love story rather than a novel about mental illness.
Having said all this, I did not dislike this book. It is a nice, light read, a sweet story in which love conquers all. It is ultimately uplifting and positive and I think it will appeal to fans of Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell. A perfectly acceptable 3 stars from me.
First of all, can we just appreciate the beauty of this book cover?! It's shallow, I know. The picture truly does not do this book justice - it is gorgeous!
Ok, so that's out of the way ... I read this book after The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson, and I was in the mood for something light and fluffy. And that is exactly what I got. I wouldn't say that 'chick lit' is one of my favourite genres, but every now and then a light fun read is what is needed. This books fills that spot nicely, although I did have some issues with it.
The main characters in this story both have flaws. One is suffering from mental illness as a result of a tragic 'mystery' from his past (which really isn't that much of a mystery, to be honest) and the other is a workaholic, dedicating her life to a charitable cause. But everything just seems a bit too perfect, in spite of their difficulties - Ben is hugely successful in his career, rolling in money, gorgeous looking, adored by women everywhere and Effy is beautiful, successful in her charitable endeavours, loved by everyone who meets her. It all just felt a little bit too easy and perfect, and this was not helped by a several ridiculous coincidences within the story.
This book was well written, though sometimes a little formulaic, and at times it felt the author was trying a little too hard to be funny and on trend. Due to the mental illness aspect of the plot, I couldn't help but compare this to The Shock of the Fall by Nathan Filer which I read recently, and unfortunately Paper Swans pales in comparison to Filer's book. But I think I am wrong to compare the two - Paper Swans is primarily a love story rather than a novel about mental illness.
Having said all this, I did not dislike this book. It is a nice, light read, a sweet story in which love conquers all. It is ultimately uplifting and positive and I think it will appeal to fans of Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell. A perfectly acceptable 3 stars from me.
August 9, 2014
I have never come across Jessica Thompson before, but I love a good bit of chick lit and so I was excited to receive Paper Swans as part of a Goodreads' giveaway.
Whilst this is very much still chick lit, it is not in written in the same style as some of the more humourous and fluffy books to be found within the same genre. In contrast, Paper Swans has a undertone to it which is not normally found in books such as these which I found somewhat refreshing. The unfortunately taboo subjects of mental health and tragedy are interwoven into a love story which is a bit predictable, but enjoyable nonetheless.
I found the book very good overall, although I was not sure to begin with as I found the first couple of chapters overly descriptive, almost name-dropping trendy brands in every paragraph. However, once the scene was set the book became both thought-provoking and entertaining and I am saddened to find that I have finished it already! The characters were likeable and also had some depth and history to them - again, something that can be lacking in modern romantic fiction.
I will certainly be looking out for other books by this author and am excited to see what other topical issues she raises within the pages of her books.
Whilst this is very much still chick lit, it is not in written in the same style as some of the more humourous and fluffy books to be found within the same genre. In contrast, Paper Swans has a undertone to it which is not normally found in books such as these which I found somewhat refreshing. The unfortunately taboo subjects of mental health and tragedy are interwoven into a love story which is a bit predictable, but enjoyable nonetheless.
I found the book very good overall, although I was not sure to begin with as I found the first couple of chapters overly descriptive, almost name-dropping trendy brands in every paragraph. However, once the scene was set the book became both thought-provoking and entertaining and I am saddened to find that I have finished it already! The characters were likeable and also had some depth and history to them - again, something that can be lacking in modern romantic fiction.
I will certainly be looking out for other books by this author and am excited to see what other topical issues she raises within the pages of her books.
April 12, 2020
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I was so excited to receive this book. I had such good feelings for it and with its beautiful cover – wow. Paper Swans blew me away. The title Paper Swans is, really, a hint about the book.
Ben may look like a high flyer, but essentially he is a mess, and has a tragic event in his past which he is unable to let go of. Effy, however is strong and determined to succeed with her new charity helping families in Uganda. Both Effy and Ben seem to be worlds apart but when their paths cross they are instantly attracted to one another, can their relationship would, or will Ben’s secret tear them apart?
While primarily a love story, Paper Swans touches on the issues of mental health, it shows how easy it can be to hide mental health problems from the outside world and how hard it can be to admit there are problems to yourself.
While the ending was predictable, it didn’t spoil my enjoyment of the book and if it hadn’t ended the way it did my review would probably not be as high. Sometimes there is a need to be predictable in order for something to be considered excellent.
Paper Swans is a stunning read which somehow is emotional yet extremely satisfying at the same time!
I was so excited to receive this book. I had such good feelings for it and with its beautiful cover – wow. Paper Swans blew me away. The title Paper Swans is, really, a hint about the book.
Ben may look like a high flyer, but essentially he is a mess, and has a tragic event in his past which he is unable to let go of. Effy, however is strong and determined to succeed with her new charity helping families in Uganda. Both Effy and Ben seem to be worlds apart but when their paths cross they are instantly attracted to one another, can their relationship would, or will Ben’s secret tear them apart?
While primarily a love story, Paper Swans touches on the issues of mental health, it shows how easy it can be to hide mental health problems from the outside world and how hard it can be to admit there are problems to yourself.
While the ending was predictable, it didn’t spoil my enjoyment of the book and if it hadn’t ended the way it did my review would probably not be as high. Sometimes there is a need to be predictable in order for something to be considered excellent.
Paper Swans is a stunning read which somehow is emotional yet extremely satisfying at the same time!
November 5, 2014
I have never read anything by this author before and I am so glad I picked this up. This was a truly amazing book it took me 2 or 3 days to read because of the smaller print in the book which I didn’t mind as it meant that I was part the story for much longer.
I think this has been mentioned in other reviews but I also wanted to mention it because it was a very important part of the book . I really like the fact that some of the story was based around mental health issues and Jessica Thompson writes about it with so much depth and knowledge. It also highlights the fact that none of us are exempt to having to deal with these issues in our our lives or that of friends and even the high flyers can have problems
All the characters were likable and well written and Effy was defiantly a character I could be friends with.
I loved the chapters in Kampala I felt as though I was there and made you understand what life must be like there.
Its very difficult for me to go any further without spoiling this for others
Well written beautiful and heart warming.
I think this has been mentioned in other reviews but I also wanted to mention it because it was a very important part of the book . I really like the fact that some of the story was based around mental health issues and Jessica Thompson writes about it with so much depth and knowledge. It also highlights the fact that none of us are exempt to having to deal with these issues in our our lives or that of friends and even the high flyers can have problems
All the characters were likable and well written and Effy was defiantly a character I could be friends with.
I loved the chapters in Kampala I felt as though I was there and made you understand what life must be like there.
Its very difficult for me to go any further without spoiling this for others
Well written beautiful and heart warming.
August 26, 2016
Up with 'Paper Swans' by Jessica Thompson. She's a new author and it's a her third book. But at first, I thought it's gonna be boring reading it. But this book has a sweet love story to render. No ordinary scenes where you can predict what the next scene going to be. This is a story that revolves around two workaholics and how they spare their time for love without disturbing each other's space.
The language was simple, easy and funny at times. Nice to see some chapters that are not too big. I think the tragedy in Ben's like could have been little more complicated. This was just fine. I seriously love the scene, where Effy running after Ben without shoes and getting a romantic back home with Ben. It was the sweetest scene after a long time. And the climax where Ben is sitting on the rail and drenching in the rain was really nice to be imagined.
This is your first book that I'm reading. It is nice to know that you have dedicated this book for the obsessive-Compulsive Disorder,OCD patients and the charities. Looking forward for your next book Jessica! :)
The language was simple, easy and funny at times. Nice to see some chapters that are not too big. I think the tragedy in Ben's like could have been little more complicated. This was just fine. I seriously love the scene, where Effy running after Ben without shoes and getting a romantic back home with Ben. It was the sweetest scene after a long time. And the climax where Ben is sitting on the rail and drenching in the rain was really nice to be imagined.
This is your first book that I'm reading. It is nice to know that you have dedicated this book for the obsessive-Compulsive Disorder,OCD patients and the charities. Looking forward for your next book Jessica! :)
April 9, 2019
I liked the story, but didn't like the characters. They weren't fully fleshed-out or developed properly. Personality traits were touched on too briefly, to the point where I didn't understand the people I was reading about. I liked the concept of Ben, but constantly describing him as so silly and yet so depressed wasn't enough for me. Near the end of the book I started to truly feel that he had a serious illness, but the steps to get there were not enough. Ben and Effy were seemingly in love with eachother instantly, without knowing the slightest bit about the other person. Effy was a rotten brat acting like a 13-year-old girl, and I found it pretty aggravating. I felt like this novel could have benefited from an extra 100 pages to really develop the characters further, or properly.
As for Ben's tragic story, it was really rather silly and made no sense at all.
As for Ben's tragic story, it was really rather silly and made no sense at all.
August 25, 2014
I received this through a Goodreads giveaway. I enjoyed the story and came to really sympathise with the characters and their issues. The story seemed pretty believable, although I felt that Ben's character was a bit inconsistent at times - he has a successful career in PR and can easily build relationships with people but there was a section about him failing to make eye contact or acknowledge shop assistants which i found a bit odd but perhaps that is an accurate portrayal of the effect depression has on people?
This book was a slightly different take on the usual boy meets girl storyline and it covered some serious issues, such as depression and anxiety, along the way.
A lovely writing style, honest, easy to read and quite funny at times. An enjoyable read.
This book was a slightly different take on the usual boy meets girl storyline and it covered some serious issues, such as depression and anxiety, along the way.
A lovely writing style, honest, easy to read and quite funny at times. An enjoyable read.
August 26, 2014
Jessica Thompson is undeniably a great author. Her stories are captivating and full of heart. I've read (and loved) her first two books, and she didn't disappoint with her third. Paper Swans is a genuinely beautiful and honest book. The characters were realistic and flawed, but their flaws made them stronger and helped them grow. I liked that about them. I think more people should read this book, really. It was a lovely, moving read that I thoroughly enjoyed.
"...He told me that life never goes as you plan it, and that when you find love you must hold on to it and never let it go."
"...He told me that life never goes as you plan it, and that when you find love you must hold on to it and never let it go."
November 10, 2014
I usually love this kind of book, but for some reason I struggled with this one. I didn't much like either of the protagonists which is a bit of problem as it meant that I wasn't fussed about what happened to them. I could see that things were going on in the book that were dramatic, emotional and upsetting, but it didn't feel any of it so I was skimming across the surface of the book and not really getting into it.
I'm sure lovers of chick lit (for want of a better genre name) will love this, but for me it just never really caught fire.
I'm sure lovers of chick lit (for want of a better genre name) will love this, but for me it just never really caught fire.
December 1, 2014
The handsome, successful, dark, brooding and mysterious man....with a fast car, great job, and a substantial bank account balance....sound familiar?
Despite the predictable main character this is a well written novel which brings up the underlying subject of mental illness and how it can take a hold on people from all walks of life and deliberating effect it has.
I have enjoyed all Jessica Thompson's novels and this one was no exception.
Despite the predictable main character this is a well written novel which brings up the underlying subject of mental illness and how it can take a hold on people from all walks of life and deliberating effect it has.
I have enjoyed all Jessica Thompson's novels and this one was no exception.
August 27, 2014
This was a well written, enjoyable read with characters I could relate to, and I liked that the storyline looked at mental health issues. This is the first book I have read by Jessica Thompson and I will be sure to read more in the future.
< I won this book as part of a Goodreads giveaway >
< I won this book as part of a Goodreads giveaway >
September 11, 2014
An interesting, humourous love story, with a bit of suspense, as throughout the story "that day" seems to be written. It is not until near the end you find out
what "that day" is all about.
When you do, you understand why Ben could not commit himself to love.
An entertaining read, at the end I shed a few tears.
Shall look for Jessica Thompson's other books she has written to read :)
what "that day" is all about.
When you do, you understand why Ben could not commit himself to love.
An entertaining read, at the end I shed a few tears.
Shall look for Jessica Thompson's other books she has written to read :)
October 10, 2014
Kind of boring at the first few pages. And again its a low paced book from Jessica Thompsonbut i still kind of like it.
August 15, 2014
Love, love loved this book :)
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