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Southern Comfort #4
Two Family Home
Lindsey Alford moved to Willow Springs, Kentucky, to prove to all doubters (mostly her parents) that she’s all grown up. Something her neighbor Walker Smith never questioned—those short shorts of hers!
Put a cute single girl with an overactive imagination next door to a reclusive hot guy, add in a decadent blue velvet sofa, a locked garage and a nursing home full of busybodies, and trouble is bound to pop up. Literally, in the form of an adorably naughty stray pup with a longing for two people to lick and a home all his own.
Love isn’t complex…it’s a duplex!
Put a cute single girl with an overactive imagination next door to a reclusive hot guy, add in a decadent blue velvet sofa, a locked garage and a nursing home full of busybodies, and trouble is bound to pop up. Literally, in the form of an adorably naughty stray pup with a longing for two people to lick and a home all his own.
Love isn’t complex…it’s a duplex!
178 pages, Paperback
First published August 18, 2015
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Sarah Title
13 books141 followersSarah Title has worked as a barista, a secretary, a furniture painter, and once managed a team of giant walking beans. She currently leads a much more normal life as a librarian in West Virginia. Kentucky Home is her first novel.
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December 31, 2017
There is something that I just like about this author's books. Her characters are real, there is no unnecessary drama or conflict. They just make for a good day's reading. Hero is a grump, heroine Miss Sunshine and I liked how they remained who they were yet still gelled together. The romance in her books is definitely slow-burn.
December 8, 2023
Entertaining relationship listening 🎶🔰
This was a novella e-book from the local library.
Another Kentucky love 💘 story with family relationships issues between son and father.
I would recommend this novella and author to 👍 readers of romantic relationships novels 👍🔰. 2023 👒😀💘😕
This was a novella e-book from the local library.
Another Kentucky love 💘 story with family relationships issues between son and father.
I would recommend this novella and author to 👍 readers of romantic relationships novels 👍🔰. 2023 👒😀💘😕
July 19, 2015
This was a short sweet romantic read and I just couldn't put it down. Although this book is the fourth book in the series I couldn't have picked a better book to get me involved and interested in this town and characters.
Lindsey moves in next door to her landlord. It takes a while for her to finally meet her her neighbor, Walker. Since Walker is an artist he doesn't have regular hours and Lindsey is determined to meet him one way or another.
This story was actually really cute. I loved that both Lindsey and Walker had a pov throughout the book. Getting inside their heads so was so fun and entertaining. Now the best part (well for me anyway) was this book had the dogs pov! Omg I think the dog was just so cute and the way he thought was just priceless.
Walker was a loaner but I loved how Lindsey wanted him to socialize and he was open to things because of her. From the beginning you can see the attraction between these two but of course they try to stay away from one another. Little by little they become somewhat of friends because of the dog.
It was just sweet and actually after reading this book I want to read more of this series and get to know the other characters. This is the first book I have read by this author and I am sure it won't be the last.
If you want a sweet love story that comes with a crazy dog named booger this book is for you.
Lindsey moves in next door to her landlord. It takes a while for her to finally meet her her neighbor, Walker. Since Walker is an artist he doesn't have regular hours and Lindsey is determined to meet him one way or another.
This story was actually really cute. I loved that both Lindsey and Walker had a pov throughout the book. Getting inside their heads so was so fun and entertaining. Now the best part (well for me anyway) was this book had the dogs pov! Omg I think the dog was just so cute and the way he thought was just priceless.
Walker was a loaner but I loved how Lindsey wanted him to socialize and he was open to things because of her. From the beginning you can see the attraction between these two but of course they try to stay away from one another. Little by little they become somewhat of friends because of the dog.
It was just sweet and actually after reading this book I want to read more of this series and get to know the other characters. This is the first book I have read by this author and I am sure it won't be the last.
If you want a sweet love story that comes with a crazy dog named booger this book is for you.
June 23, 2018
Okay, this is a tough one to grade. I liked the hero (grumpy loner artist) and heroine (positive, cheerful, nurse), and thought the obstacles to their romance were pretty realistic. HOWEVER, this book has a third POV: no, not a villain, not a child, but a lost puppy! Yes, a puppy who is hiding out under the porch of the duplex the hero and heroine live in. I avoid cozy mysteries featuring animals as the main character, so the puppy POV was a real struggle for me.
So, I'd probably give this a C+/C, which is maybe generous, but it was a quick read, despite the puppy.
So, I'd probably give this a C+/C, which is maybe generous, but it was a quick read, despite the puppy.
June 6, 2015
Okay, so I am a sucker for a cute puppy. Who isn't? Seeing that adorable face made me stop my browsing and take a look at the book. And the tag line, "Love isn't complex... it's a duplex." I can totally own that it had me taking a look at the blurb. Then when I read it took place in Kentucky, well I have great memories of seeing the leaves change color as well as my first real snowfall. (Florida girl here.) Plus, I once worked in an assisted living facility, so this book just tugged all the right cords with me.
Lindsey has just moved from Arizona, away from her parents, for the first time, giving up her bland boyfriend and oh too predictable life. Lindsey wants some new and different experiences, and she thinks that Kentucky just might be the place to start getting them.
Walker is a metallic sculpture artist and the owner of the duplex that Lindsey has just moved into. He is a bit of a loner and spends the first few weeks that Lindsey is in her new place evading her constant attempts to meet him. It's not until she has a minor incident trying to get a blue velvet sofa into the house that he makes his presence known. But with a small town, these two find that their paths keep crossing and forging ties with one another.
One of the things that I found fascinating about this story were the short bits told from the puppy's POV. Yep, that's right. We not only get into Lindsey's and Walker's heads, but a bit of what is going on in the little guy's mind as well. At one point Walker is holding the puppy and Lindsey makes a comment about her ovaries bursting. Yep, I thought, I can totally relate to that visual.
It turns out that I had read book 3 in this series, though I didn't realize it at the time. I had no problem reading this book out of order, as each appears to be just loosely tied to the others. I really like the characters in the book, especially one crusty old man at the nursing home. My biggest complaint is that there was no definitive happy ending, more a okay they're in love and admitting it... the end. I usually like a more concrete ending, but that's my personal preference. I gave this book a solid 3 star rating - "I liked it."
Thanks to Netgalley and Lyrical Press for the opportunity to read and review the book.
Lindsey has just moved from Arizona, away from her parents, for the first time, giving up her bland boyfriend and oh too predictable life. Lindsey wants some new and different experiences, and she thinks that Kentucky just might be the place to start getting them.
Walker is a metallic sculpture artist and the owner of the duplex that Lindsey has just moved into. He is a bit of a loner and spends the first few weeks that Lindsey is in her new place evading her constant attempts to meet him. It's not until she has a minor incident trying to get a blue velvet sofa into the house that he makes his presence known. But with a small town, these two find that their paths keep crossing and forging ties with one another.
One of the things that I found fascinating about this story were the short bits told from the puppy's POV. Yep, that's right. We not only get into Lindsey's and Walker's heads, but a bit of what is going on in the little guy's mind as well. At one point Walker is holding the puppy and Lindsey makes a comment about her ovaries bursting. Yep, I thought, I can totally relate to that visual.
It turns out that I had read book 3 in this series, though I didn't realize it at the time. I had no problem reading this book out of order, as each appears to be just loosely tied to the others. I really like the characters in the book, especially one crusty old man at the nursing home. My biggest complaint is that there was no definitive happy ending, more a okay they're in love and admitting it... the end. I usually like a more concrete ending, but that's my personal preference. I gave this book a solid 3 star rating - "I liked it."
Thanks to Netgalley and Lyrical Press for the opportunity to read and review the book.
April 13, 2016
Weak 3 stars. Unfinished feelings at the end and not enough story about the couple getting together at the end.
I liked the overall contemporary romance. I like her style of writing. Lindsey moves to town and rents half a house from Walker, a reclusive artist-sculptor. Walker avoids talking to her as much as possible. Lindsey is the Pollyanna type and eventually connects with him. She is the administrative head at a local nursing home.
I did not like the story about Walker’s dad Red who came to stay with Walker when he got out of prison.
I also had a problem with the following. The author should have used a graphic or a line when she changed points of view. There are three points of view: Lindsey, Walker, and the dog. We’re going along reading in Lindsey’s point of view. I’m a few sentences into the next paragraph when I figure out I am now in the dog’s head, not Lindsey’s. It was jarring and caused me to backtrack. Every time the author went into the dog’s point of view I was confused until I figured it out. There were a couple times when the same thing happened switching between Lindsey and Walker POVs. Starting a new chapter is easy to change POVs. But this author was doing it within chapters with no graphic or extra space to tell us.
DATA:
Narrative mode: 3rd person. Story length: 178 pages. Swearing language: strong including religious swear words but not often used. Sexual language: none to mild. Number of sex scenes: about 3, plus 2 with no details shown. Setting: current day Kentucky. Copyright: 2015. Genre: contemporary romance.
I liked the overall contemporary romance. I like her style of writing. Lindsey moves to town and rents half a house from Walker, a reclusive artist-sculptor. Walker avoids talking to her as much as possible. Lindsey is the Pollyanna type and eventually connects with him. She is the administrative head at a local nursing home.
I did not like the story about Walker’s dad Red who came to stay with Walker when he got out of prison.
I also had a problem with the following. The author should have used a graphic or a line when she changed points of view. There are three points of view: Lindsey, Walker, and the dog. We’re going along reading in Lindsey’s point of view. I’m a few sentences into the next paragraph when I figure out I am now in the dog’s head, not Lindsey’s. It was jarring and caused me to backtrack. Every time the author went into the dog’s point of view I was confused until I figured it out. There were a couple times when the same thing happened switching between Lindsey and Walker POVs. Starting a new chapter is easy to change POVs. But this author was doing it within chapters with no graphic or extra space to tell us.
DATA:
Narrative mode: 3rd person. Story length: 178 pages. Swearing language: strong including religious swear words but not often used. Sexual language: none to mild. Number of sex scenes: about 3, plus 2 with no details shown. Setting: current day Kentucky. Copyright: 2015. Genre: contemporary romance.
August 20, 2015
3.5 stars
Two Family Home was a lovely afternoon read.
I enjoyed the storyline and the characters were engaging and entertaining.
Overall Two Family Home was a cute sweet contemporary love story.
Thank you to Netgalley and Kensington Books/Lyrical Shine for the advance copy.
Two Family Home was a lovely afternoon read.
I enjoyed the storyline and the characters were engaging and entertaining.
Overall Two Family Home was a cute sweet contemporary love story.
Thank you to Netgalley and Kensington Books/Lyrical Shine for the advance copy.
May 28, 2019
I actually think this is my favorite book in the Southern Comfort series. I loved Lindsey and Walker’s characters. You have to love Myron and the other residents at Shady Grove Nursing Home, as well. Of course, we can’t forget Booger, the adorable puppy. I really wanted to give this book five stars, but I’m a stickler for details and Mary Beth is Married to Todd Brakefield, not Will, as we learned in Home Sweet Home. Will is Mary Beth and Jake’s stepdad. All in all, this is a wonderful book and all the characters are very likable.
March 24, 2020
Lindsey is new to town and very optimistic about her new life. Jake is an artist who values his solitude.
Lindsey works at the nursing home where Myron, Jake's mentor, is living. Their paths keep intersecting there even when they avoid each other at home. Then, when a dog shows up in the yard, they both take responsibility for him.
When Jake's past shows up at their duplex, Lindsey encourages him to extend a second chance that backfires.
I liked these characters. I wish Lindsey's past had been discussed a little more with Jake since his past is discussed extensively.
Lindsey works at the nursing home where Myron, Jake's mentor, is living. Their paths keep intersecting there even when they avoid each other at home. Then, when a dog shows up in the yard, they both take responsibility for him.
When Jake's past shows up at their duplex, Lindsey encourages him to extend a second chance that backfires.
I liked these characters. I wish Lindsey's past had been discussed a little more with Jake since his past is discussed extensively.
September 3, 2019
DOWN LOAD NOW!!!
About half way through the book, about every 10 pages or so, would be a blank page that said "Download Now" .....only you couldn't.
I liked the story, a little cheesy. Disappointed in the missing pages. Also the pages were not numbered.
The dog's thought should have been in a different print so you know it was the dog.
About half way through the book, about every 10 pages or so, would be a blank page that said "Download Now" .....only you couldn't.
I liked the story, a little cheesy. Disappointed in the missing pages. Also the pages were not numbered.
The dog's thought should have been in a different print so you know it was the dog.
August 12, 2020
Great storyline, but...
I loved the storyline. However, there was no clear demarcation between the characters POVs. They all ran together and I often time had to go back and re-read in order to understand which one was now telling the story. So, it was a bit of a frustrating read for me and doesn't really entice me to read the others in the series.
I loved the storyline. However, there was no clear demarcation between the characters POVs. They all ran together and I often time had to go back and re-read in order to understand which one was now telling the story. So, it was a bit of a frustrating read for me and doesn't really entice me to read the others in the series.
October 7, 2017
This is a very light really sweet read. The characters are pretty one dimensional but I love almost any novel with a dog.
This is going to challenge your thinking and you will probably forget these people quickly but it is a relaxing, easy read.
This is going to challenge your thinking and you will probably forget these people quickly but it is a relaxing, easy read.
July 26, 2017
This is a sweet little book! Not as good as other Sarah Title's books, but still nice. I liked Walker as a hero but found the emotional journey a little clunky
October 2, 2017
I thought those 2 would never get it together
November 18, 2020
Loved this author writing will be reading more of her books
March 5, 2016
So Mired In Setting Up Story, Author Forgot to Start Story
Lindsey Alford moved to Kentucky to break out of her nice comfortable life in Arizona, away from her parents' constant meddling. She rents a duplex knowing her landlord lives in the other side of the duplex. Walker Smith, her landlord, just wants to be left alone. He is frustrated by his tenant's constant attempts to meet him. What does this Pollyanna-like girl want with him?
This is a cute story. Cute, cute, cute! But it has an underdeveloped plot. One is over 35% into the book before the H and h even meet. Fifty percent of the book passes before they interact. The book is only a couple of hundred pages, so we have only 100-120 pages to get a story going. The first half is about her decorating the house, planting a garden, leaving homemade goodies on her landlord's door step, mind-talking about not being able to catch her landlord.
The reader is inundated with cute and the h's perfection. We are hit over the head with how she does not want her perfect parents, her perfect ex-boyfriend, her perfect life back in Arizona, with it's perfect weather. And yet, we find her recreating the same environment in Kentucky. Huh?
Lindsey finds the good in everything and everybody. She is totally perplexed when someone is not happy. She believes it is her mission to fix their problems.
The H has major trust issues. He does not want to interact. He is an artist and finds his fulfillment in his creations. His life has not been perfect. He has had a past filled with abandonment and foster care. The book touches on this in a profound way, but that plot point is not fleshed out. "Touch" is the operative word here.
For cuteness sake, we have a dog's view interspersed throughout the story, but the dog does not make a lot of difference to the story. If the dog were not there, the story would be less cute, but it would not affect the story much. And the cute factor is so overdone with choices of furniture, elderly friends, gardening, clothing, that many would applaud it being toned down a notch.
This reader loves fun, whimsy, cute, etc., but this reader also wants a good story, and especially the romance. The relationship was just not developed enough to be convincing. In real life, I would give this couple's relationship longevity, a 3 on a scale of 1-10, the 10 being tops. It was like, let's talk about this inanity, then, this one, then presto! Happily ever after.
I don't expect every book to be deep, and thought-provoking, but this book is not even a beach read. It is very superficial. The blurb on it was intriguing, but that was not realized in the reading.
I can only think of one good thing to say about the book. It was cute.
Lindsey Alford moved to Kentucky to break out of her nice comfortable life in Arizona, away from her parents' constant meddling. She rents a duplex knowing her landlord lives in the other side of the duplex. Walker Smith, her landlord, just wants to be left alone. He is frustrated by his tenant's constant attempts to meet him. What does this Pollyanna-like girl want with him?
This is a cute story. Cute, cute, cute! But it has an underdeveloped plot. One is over 35% into the book before the H and h even meet. Fifty percent of the book passes before they interact. The book is only a couple of hundred pages, so we have only 100-120 pages to get a story going. The first half is about her decorating the house, planting a garden, leaving homemade goodies on her landlord's door step, mind-talking about not being able to catch her landlord.
The reader is inundated with cute and the h's perfection. We are hit over the head with how she does not want her perfect parents, her perfect ex-boyfriend, her perfect life back in Arizona, with it's perfect weather. And yet, we find her recreating the same environment in Kentucky. Huh?
Lindsey finds the good in everything and everybody. She is totally perplexed when someone is not happy. She believes it is her mission to fix their problems.
The H has major trust issues. He does not want to interact. He is an artist and finds his fulfillment in his creations. His life has not been perfect. He has had a past filled with abandonment and foster care. The book touches on this in a profound way, but that plot point is not fleshed out. "Touch" is the operative word here.
For cuteness sake, we have a dog's view interspersed throughout the story, but the dog does not make a lot of difference to the story. If the dog were not there, the story would be less cute, but it would not affect the story much. And the cute factor is so overdone with choices of furniture, elderly friends, gardening, clothing, that many would applaud it being toned down a notch.
This reader loves fun, whimsy, cute, etc., but this reader also wants a good story, and especially the romance. The relationship was just not developed enough to be convincing. In real life, I would give this couple's relationship longevity, a 3 on a scale of 1-10, the 10 being tops. It was like, let's talk about this inanity, then, this one, then presto! Happily ever after.
I don't expect every book to be deep, and thought-provoking, but this book is not even a beach read. It is very superficial. The blurb on it was intriguing, but that was not realized in the reading.
I can only think of one good thing to say about the book. It was cute.
June 11, 2015
This book is nice. It has a nice heroine, a misanthropic hero who is really nice underneath it all and a cutesy puppy that gets up to all sorts of mischief. All three have pov sections in this book – yes, even the dog. Whether that’s something you’ll enjoy or not, only you will know. I’m not always the biggest fan of animal povs in contemporaries. Don’t get me wrong, I love dogs, I’ve lived with dogs my entire life. However, I don’t ever forget that they are dogs and try not to ascribe human emotions and motivations to them. Not that this book does that, or at least not in any overt way, I just… don’t know. Maybe it was a little too cute for me, but I don’t think it particularly added anything to the book.
Then again, this is a book that drifts along, set in a nice town, with nice people being nice, making nice friends and all around being nice. Sure both Walker and his elderly friend Myron are grumpy, but they’re still nice underneath it all – even if Walker tries so desperately hard not to be nice. The reason why becomes obvious as the story progresses and his father’s history comes out, but I felt that particular plot built up potential that was abandoned too swiftly, making it seem almost pointless or at the very least disappointing.
As for Lindsey, I have to say I found her nosiness and upbeat optimism pretty annoying. Walker calls her “Pollyanna” and he isn’t far wrong. I wouldn’t necessarily have minded, except the way she pressures Walker into doing what she thinks is “the right thing” when she knows nothing about the situation – and what she does know she disregards – really irritated me. I much preferred grumpy Walker who just wanted his own space and didn't see why that was such a crime. Okay, so there were times when he was avoiding her just because he was too stubborn to do otherwise, but I kind of liked his brooding-artist-all-alone persona.
The romance itself works quite well. They have good chemistry, even if they have nothing much in common at first, and it was nice to see how Lindsey drew Walker out of his shell without actually managing to change him too much. Though not for want of trying – he’s just too stubborn to let her win that easily. I also really liked how Walker’s art and Lindsey’s own work in a nursing home were important parts of the story, especially as they were so intrinsic to their characters.
So overall this is okay. The puppy is cute, the characters are nice, the story is easy and flows along without too much effort or drama. It’s a nice way to relax for a few hours, even if it’s not particularly memorable.
(I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.)
Then again, this is a book that drifts along, set in a nice town, with nice people being nice, making nice friends and all around being nice. Sure both Walker and his elderly friend Myron are grumpy, but they’re still nice underneath it all – even if Walker tries so desperately hard not to be nice. The reason why becomes obvious as the story progresses and his father’s history comes out, but I felt that particular plot built up potential that was abandoned too swiftly, making it seem almost pointless or at the very least disappointing.
As for Lindsey, I have to say I found her nosiness and upbeat optimism pretty annoying. Walker calls her “Pollyanna” and he isn’t far wrong. I wouldn’t necessarily have minded, except the way she pressures Walker into doing what she thinks is “the right thing” when she knows nothing about the situation – and what she does know she disregards – really irritated me. I much preferred grumpy Walker who just wanted his own space and didn't see why that was such a crime. Okay, so there were times when he was avoiding her just because he was too stubborn to do otherwise, but I kind of liked his brooding-artist-all-alone persona.
The romance itself works quite well. They have good chemistry, even if they have nothing much in common at first, and it was nice to see how Lindsey drew Walker out of his shell without actually managing to change him too much. Though not for want of trying – he’s just too stubborn to let her win that easily. I also really liked how Walker’s art and Lindsey’s own work in a nursing home were important parts of the story, especially as they were so intrinsic to their characters.
So overall this is okay. The puppy is cute, the characters are nice, the story is easy and flows along without too much effort or drama. It’s a nice way to relax for a few hours, even if it’s not particularly memorable.
(I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.)
August 4, 2015
I'm a sucker for stories with dogs in them and when I saw the cover of this book, I had to check it out.
Lindsey wanted independence from her protective parents and took up a job offer in Willow Springs, Kentucky. She found the perfect house; a duplex house just next to her landlord, Walker.
What I really enjoyed about this book was the story is being told in 3 POVs; Lindsey, Walker and the cute dog. Can you imagine the dog having his POV? In terms of writing style, I must say that it was really refreshing to read.
Lindsey is pretty sweet and likable while Walker was gruff and a loner. Both of them have totally opposite characters but because of that, they are also attracted to each other. Walker is an artist and as we all know, artists are known for their eccentric and temperamental behaviour but that was not just that for Walker. He had a past and a difficult childhood which also molded him to be the person he is today.
Lindsey was cheery, optimistic and hopeful about life and through her, Walker found himself opening up. Not really a bad thing although I found that Lindsey was kinda forcing him to change. That is my only gripe in this story. I felt that the change should be on Walker's own terms and not through her meddling. But I did enjoy knowing the tender and happier side of Walker.
It was after reading this book that I realized it's part of a series and despite having read Book 2, there wasn't much that linked both of the books together so this can be read as a standalone.
Definitely a sweet read to check out and the dog is just too cute to miss out on. I look forward to checking the rest of the books by Sarah Title.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Kensington Books/Lyrical Shine for the advance copy in exchange for a honest review.
Lindsey wanted independence from her protective parents and took up a job offer in Willow Springs, Kentucky. She found the perfect house; a duplex house just next to her landlord, Walker.
What I really enjoyed about this book was the story is being told in 3 POVs; Lindsey, Walker and the cute dog. Can you imagine the dog having his POV? In terms of writing style, I must say that it was really refreshing to read.
Lindsey is pretty sweet and likable while Walker was gruff and a loner. Both of them have totally opposite characters but because of that, they are also attracted to each other. Walker is an artist and as we all know, artists are known for their eccentric and temperamental behaviour but that was not just that for Walker. He had a past and a difficult childhood which also molded him to be the person he is today.
Lindsey was cheery, optimistic and hopeful about life and through her, Walker found himself opening up. Not really a bad thing although I found that Lindsey was kinda forcing him to change. That is my only gripe in this story. I felt that the change should be on Walker's own terms and not through her meddling. But I did enjoy knowing the tender and happier side of Walker.
It was after reading this book that I realized it's part of a series and despite having read Book 2, there wasn't much that linked both of the books together so this can be read as a standalone.
Definitely a sweet read to check out and the dog is just too cute to miss out on. I look forward to checking the rest of the books by Sarah Title.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Kensington Books/Lyrical Shine for the advance copy in exchange for a honest review.
September 5, 2015
Once again we have a series that I joined after it started, but luckily it’s one of those times where it doesn’t matter. Two Family Home was a great chance to be introduced to this world and get to know the characters a little better. Lindsey is new to the area so that helps because she’s getting to know everyone just like us.
Walker is great – he’s moody and standoffish and all Heathcliffy. But he’s also a brilliant artist, a good friend to Myron, and has a soft heart under his gruff exterior. Lindsey is one of those people who sees the good in everyone and wants to help, which is why she makes a great nurse. With shared walls and an adorable puppy, it doesn’t take long for Lindsey’s happy attitude (and sexy legs) to get to Walker.
A lot of people comment on how much they like the fact that the dog’s point of view is included in the story, which is actually quite cute, but it was getting both Walker and Lindsey’s that I liked the most. I always enjoy seeing the romance bloom from both points of view and I think that it added a lot to this story. I definitely think we needed to see his changes from Walker’s POV and getting Lindsey’s voice added just so much pep to an already cute story.
Even though this is my first Southern Comfort story, it definitely won’t be my last. I can’t wait to meet everyone else and watch them fall in love.
(Complimentary copy provided in exchange for an honest review)
Walker is great – he’s moody and standoffish and all Heathcliffy. But he’s also a brilliant artist, a good friend to Myron, and has a soft heart under his gruff exterior. Lindsey is one of those people who sees the good in everyone and wants to help, which is why she makes a great nurse. With shared walls and an adorable puppy, it doesn’t take long for Lindsey’s happy attitude (and sexy legs) to get to Walker.
A lot of people comment on how much they like the fact that the dog’s point of view is included in the story, which is actually quite cute, but it was getting both Walker and Lindsey’s that I liked the most. I always enjoy seeing the romance bloom from both points of view and I think that it added a lot to this story. I definitely think we needed to see his changes from Walker’s POV and getting Lindsey’s voice added just so much pep to an already cute story.
Even though this is my first Southern Comfort story, it definitely won’t be my last. I can’t wait to meet everyone else and watch them fall in love.
(Complimentary copy provided in exchange for an honest review)
August 28, 2016
I adore Sarah Title’s Southern Comfort series – because it is everything BUT a warm blanket on a rainy afternoon. Cozy, comfortable, sweet and warming.
Lindsey has moved most of the way across the country, away from her parents and all too comfortable (perhaps boring) life. She’s rented half of an owner-occupied duplex, and can’t wait to start her life anew with new experiences. The eternal optimist and actually a person who wants to get involved, she can’t seem to accept that her landlord isn’t interested in her friendly advances.
Walker is a sculptor, and not really interested in ‘chit chat’. He’s got better things to do, but having your tenant seemingly camped on your doorstep (ok – it was a fight with a sofa) isn’t easy to ignore.
Told in dual POV, the story moves along nicely and then…. the singularly BEST writing choice ever..,the PUPPY has his own POV and narrative voice. WHO can resist a puppy? It’s glorious and sweet and fits with those of us who KNOW that our animals have narrative voices.
A wonderful installment in the series that can be read as the first book, instilling interest in the town and the characters, or a perfect fit with the other books.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Lindsey has moved most of the way across the country, away from her parents and all too comfortable (perhaps boring) life. She’s rented half of an owner-occupied duplex, and can’t wait to start her life anew with new experiences. The eternal optimist and actually a person who wants to get involved, she can’t seem to accept that her landlord isn’t interested in her friendly advances.
Walker is a sculptor, and not really interested in ‘chit chat’. He’s got better things to do, but having your tenant seemingly camped on your doorstep (ok – it was a fight with a sofa) isn’t easy to ignore.
Told in dual POV, the story moves along nicely and then…. the singularly BEST writing choice ever..,the PUPPY has his own POV and narrative voice. WHO can resist a puppy? It’s glorious and sweet and fits with those of us who KNOW that our animals have narrative voices.
A wonderful installment in the series that can be read as the first book, instilling interest in the town and the characters, or a perfect fit with the other books.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
August 21, 2015
This is the first book that i have read in the Southern Comfort series and also of Sarah Title.. To be honest what grabbed my attention when I was looking at new books to read that were coming out I saw this cover. I think Sarah did a great job of developing her characters and giving you enough background on both of them to find out who they were. In addition, she did a great job of setting the scene of a small southern Kentucky town which kept me interested.
However, with all those considered that I stated below I really felt that this story lacked a well developed story. I found myself 37% the way through the book and nothing had really happened. It seemed like you had learned a lot about Lindsey's family and job and Myron and Walkers relationship. I kind of felt a majority of this book was about the previous neighbor Myron and rather about the romance building between Lindsey and Walker.
Lastly, I honestly did not finish this book because I just couldn't get into the story. By 37% of the story I was hoping to have seen more of their relationship being shown and it wasn't. I haven't given up reading from this author and series but this book just didn't do it for me. I would not say that I would recommend this book to my friends and family.
However, with all those considered that I stated below I really felt that this story lacked a well developed story. I found myself 37% the way through the book and nothing had really happened. It seemed like you had learned a lot about Lindsey's family and job and Myron and Walkers relationship. I kind of felt a majority of this book was about the previous neighbor Myron and rather about the romance building between Lindsey and Walker.
Lastly, I honestly did not finish this book because I just couldn't get into the story. By 37% of the story I was hoping to have seen more of their relationship being shown and it wasn't. I haven't given up reading from this author and series but this book just didn't do it for me. I would not say that I would recommend this book to my friends and family.
June 12, 2015
4 Stars
Lindsey wants to get away from her controlling parents and taking a job in a small Kentucky town is the perfect answer. She finds a great place to rent and starts to create her new life and tries to not be curious about her landlord. The sight of him makes her tingly all over; too bad Walker is not the most social person she has ever met.
I really liked how in the genre of romance Lindsey and Walker have untraditional jobs. Lindsey is head nurse at a nursing home, and Walker is an artist. Walker intrigued me from the first page; and I just wish the book came with pictures as I would love to see some of his art. Their romance was not all rainbows and champagne. I enjoyed the small looks at this small town and their growing friendships. I would classify this as a partially closed door romance as it is not explicit but not very detailed either.
I have enjoyed the other books I have read in this series and would read another when it came available.
I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley and this is my honest review.
Lindsey wants to get away from her controlling parents and taking a job in a small Kentucky town is the perfect answer. She finds a great place to rent and starts to create her new life and tries to not be curious about her landlord. The sight of him makes her tingly all over; too bad Walker is not the most social person she has ever met.
I really liked how in the genre of romance Lindsey and Walker have untraditional jobs. Lindsey is head nurse at a nursing home, and Walker is an artist. Walker intrigued me from the first page; and I just wish the book came with pictures as I would love to see some of his art. Their romance was not all rainbows and champagne. I enjoyed the small looks at this small town and their growing friendships. I would classify this as a partially closed door romance as it is not explicit but not very detailed either.
I have enjoyed the other books I have read in this series and would read another when it came available.
I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley and this is my honest review.
August 11, 2015
If you are looking for a fun flirty read to overcome a monotonous afternoon, then Two Family Home is the book for you. I was hooked by the first chapter. I don’t think I have ever read anything but children’s books that had a dog’s POV. That really made this story so very entertaining. The author allow us to see into the heads of Walker, moody artist landlord and, Lindsay, Miss Positive too. So take one small homeless dog, a grumpy artist and a woman with a Shirley Temple attitude, add great writing and you have a hit. This story with these characters really worked for me.
Two Family Home is a wonderful book by Sarah Title. This story especially the conclusion is sure to put a smile on your face.
4.5 Stars
The publisher through Net Galley provided a copy.
June 1, 2015
For the first time in her life, Lindsey Alford is living on her own and no longer being watched over by her overprotective parents. Too bad she has the worst landlord ever. Reclusive artist Walker Smith just wants to be left alone. Not bothered by a crazy neighbor tenant, or her shorts, or her dog, or just her....
With her happy outlook on life and outgoing personality he slowly finds himself being pulled into her world and finds he may never want to leave!
This is a cute, fun read that was completely entertaining. I definitely recommend it!
With her happy outlook on life and outgoing personality he slowly finds himself being pulled into her world and finds he may never want to leave!
This is a cute, fun read that was completely entertaining. I definitely recommend it!
September 5, 2016
For once, a story with senior characters that are not annoying or cloyingly cute. The over-optimistic heroine took care of the chipper factor, though. I wish there had been more relationship and less manufactured drama with the sub-plot of the hero's father popping up in town.
January 25, 2016
I started off enjoying the story but then it seemed to drag. I did finish it with a bit of skimming. I can understand that some people would enjoy it, but she really lost me when she compared her female lead's upbeat mood to a "happy tampon". What does that mean? I would suggest you check it out for yourself. Who knows you might like it, others did.
October 5, 2016
The book caught my attention, I mean who doesn't love dogs and the premises of the story drew me in. The story started off pretty good for me but really started to drag and I found myself struggling to finish the book.
June 9, 2015
3.5 - cute - review to come
June 30, 2015
Review to come
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July 16, 2015Although I read the book I have decided that I won't rate it, it just wouldn't be fair.
This ARC was given to me by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
This ARC was given to me by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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