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Miss Apple Pants
Every parent's worst nightmare…
Irene Hurt's life is perfect and she cherishes every moment with her devoted husband and sweet almost sixteen-year-old son until ... the day she gets the call every mother dreads: Your son has been shot and is in a coma.
In the blink of an eye, Irene’s life is shattered into a million pieces.
What follows is a story about a mother and her struggle to keep, not only her son but eventually also her marriage and herself alive. On Irene's journey through grief, denial, and anger, she discovers more about the events of that tragic day, the boy who shot her son and then took his own life, and the husband she thought she knew and could trust.
An emotional and heart-gripping story, Holding on to Hurt, is a novel about family, trust, grief, and a mother’s unconditional love.
“If you love emotional reads and if you dare to open up your heart, you’ve come to the right place.
Irene Hurt's life is perfect and she cherishes every moment with her devoted husband and sweet almost sixteen-year-old son until ... the day she gets the call every mother dreads: Your son has been shot and is in a coma.
In the blink of an eye, Irene’s life is shattered into a million pieces.
What follows is a story about a mother and her struggle to keep, not only her son but eventually also her marriage and herself alive. On Irene's journey through grief, denial, and anger, she discovers more about the events of that tragic day, the boy who shot her son and then took his own life, and the husband she thought she knew and could trust.
An emotional and heart-gripping story, Holding on to Hurt, is a novel about family, trust, grief, and a mother’s unconditional love.
“If you love emotional reads and if you dare to open up your heart, you’ve come to the right place.
15 pages, Audible Audio
First published September 12, 2013
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About the author
Charlotte Roth
14 books73 followersCharlotte is a mom, a wife, and an author—in that order. She’s originally from Denmark but moved to Seattle in 2005 with her husband, baby Alfred, and lots of hopes and dreams. The family has since added the twincesses, Emma and Olivia.
When she’s not ‘mom’ (read= doing laundry, making lunches, and solving kids’ world crisis), she spends every second of her free time writing what readers call compelling, fun, and loving stories. Her fiction is often inspired by real life and at times highly personal. Her novels are filled with endearingly flawed (mostly female) characters and emotional complexity. You are what you write. You write what you are.
Learn more on http://www.charlotterothwrites.com/
When she’s not ‘mom’ (read= doing laundry, making lunches, and solving kids’ world crisis), she spends every second of her free time writing what readers call compelling, fun, and loving stories. Her fiction is often inspired by real life and at times highly personal. Her novels are filled with endearingly flawed (mostly female) characters and emotional complexity. You are what you write. You write what you are.
Learn more on http://www.charlotterothwrites.com/
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September 18, 2019
When I first started this book, I thought it was very cheesy. However, I was still intrigued by it as well. The family dynamic was really intriguing. I wondered if it would be enough to keep my attention on this book. It was and then some. What starts out as a seemingly simple story with no real point or conflict at all twists and turns in the most subtle ways possible. It was beautiful and it was sad.
The characters were very relatable. I connected with them all. Especially our main character, Elanor. Many of the characters in this book are very obsessed with the Beatles. The main character is actually named in honor of them. I only had one issue with one of the characters in one scene in the book. But I think I took it too personally more than anything.
I was very impressed by the narrator. She did a fantastic job with this book. I especially loved her voice for Mrs. T. It was absolutely adorable. I hope that she continues narrating the rest of this series. I don't think I can imagine any other voice for these characters now!
I didn't expect to love this book but love this book I did. It's very emotional and beautiful. It's realistic and a bit of a stretch at the same time. If anybody had a "this could only happen to me moment", it's this family. Hands down. I fully recommend.
The characters were very relatable. I connected with them all. Especially our main character, Elanor. Many of the characters in this book are very obsessed with the Beatles. The main character is actually named in honor of them. I only had one issue with one of the characters in one scene in the book. But I think I took it too personally more than anything.
I was very impressed by the narrator. She did a fantastic job with this book. I especially loved her voice for Mrs. T. It was absolutely adorable. I hope that she continues narrating the rest of this series. I don't think I can imagine any other voice for these characters now!
I didn't expect to love this book but love this book I did. It's very emotional and beautiful. It's realistic and a bit of a stretch at the same time. If anybody had a "this could only happen to me moment", it's this family. Hands down. I fully recommend.
July 16, 2018
What an amazing coming of age story! Lost in Seattle is written by Charlotte Roth and follows Eleanor. Eleanor is 17 and was finally settling in where her and her parents were living in Connecticut when her father quits his job and accepted another one in Seattle, WA. She reluctantly goes with her parents. Her parents are these quirky, hippie, adorable people that yes, named their daughter after the Beatles song. They truly helped the cuteness factor to this book! Their trek across the country was quite the adventure with a bunch of twists and turns. Then once they get to Seattle, their lives become an adventure. But somehow they learn how to make the most of everything! Eleanor goes through a whole lot of ups and downs, firsts and most importantly she finds out who she is and comes out of her shell. She even has her first boyfriend! This was such a great story and such an easy read. I giggled throughout the book. But, the story itself is what kept making me want to keep reading. There was always something that wanted to make you continue to turn the page. I loved reading and following this adventure. It was one of the best coming of age books I have read since Judy Blume! I’m really glad that I read this and I really hope there are more to come from this author. I would definitely recommend this book to teenage girls and women alike!
January 29, 2019
5 Stars
Lost in Seattle is the first book in the Miss Apple Pants series by Charlotte Roth. This is a really great young adult story, a coming of age, with humour, friendship, emotion, drama, mystery, quirky and memorable characters, and more.
This story is complex and multi-layered, with two interesting and clever stories woven into a witty, heart-warming and fun read. We meet Ella who has had her life turned upside down when her family treks across the country to move to Seattle right in her senior year at High School. She is scared, a little lost and feels very alone in all this. But when a box of old love letters is discovered, and they begin to read them- an intriguing story starts to form as each letter is explored and she can’t help feeling a connection to Martha and Fredrick, and their story.
Some new friends bring some humour and zaniness- and added another element of interest to this already charming read. But, then Ella has to make a life changing decision which twists this story and adds a little drama.
Overall this is a heart-warming and very enjoyable read. Not that I would expect anything less from this talented author.
Well done!
Thank you, Ms. Roth!
Lost in Seattle is the first book in the Miss Apple Pants series by Charlotte Roth. This is a really great young adult story, a coming of age, with humour, friendship, emotion, drama, mystery, quirky and memorable characters, and more.
This story is complex and multi-layered, with two interesting and clever stories woven into a witty, heart-warming and fun read. We meet Ella who has had her life turned upside down when her family treks across the country to move to Seattle right in her senior year at High School. She is scared, a little lost and feels very alone in all this. But when a box of old love letters is discovered, and they begin to read them- an intriguing story starts to form as each letter is explored and she can’t help feeling a connection to Martha and Fredrick, and their story.
Some new friends bring some humour and zaniness- and added another element of interest to this already charming read. But, then Ella has to make a life changing decision which twists this story and adds a little drama.
Overall this is a heart-warming and very enjoyable read. Not that I would expect anything less from this talented author.
Well done!
Thank you, Ms. Roth!
July 13, 2018
I.CAN'T.EVEN!!! This is so not the book I expected it to be. As a matter of fact, I passed it over several times before I picked it up to read. WOWZERS!!! I don't even know where to begin...
The characters: Developed yet mysterious in a way that I can't describe. It felt like I was jumping into the middle of a perplexing problem. And THEN there is a story within the story and we get to know characters in a non-conventional way. And THEN we meet someone who needs to make a life changing decision (one I am well familiar with and appreciated the way the author took the time with it in a very non-judgemental way.
The story: Hmmm there are a couple of stories all going on in the same book. The weird thing is that they talk about "last century" as if it was so long ago. I had to keep reminding myself that they were referring to 1981 not 1881. Somewhere along the line I got old and forgot that 1981 IS actually a long time ago.
The family: I did not have a relationship with my parents the way that Ella does. So it was all a bit of a fantasy for me, but I enjoyed reading it.
This book was fantastic. I am actually placing it in my top ten for this year (and it was written several years ago).
I'm so glad that I read this from beginning to end and never gave up on it.
The characters: Developed yet mysterious in a way that I can't describe. It felt like I was jumping into the middle of a perplexing problem. And THEN there is a story within the story and we get to know characters in a non-conventional way. And THEN we meet someone who needs to make a life changing decision (one I am well familiar with and appreciated the way the author took the time with it in a very non-judgemental way.
The story: Hmmm there are a couple of stories all going on in the same book. The weird thing is that they talk about "last century" as if it was so long ago. I had to keep reminding myself that they were referring to 1981 not 1881. Somewhere along the line I got old and forgot that 1981 IS actually a long time ago.
The family: I did not have a relationship with my parents the way that Ella does. So it was all a bit of a fantasy for me, but I enjoyed reading it.
This book was fantastic. I am actually placing it in my top ten for this year (and it was written several years ago).
I'm so glad that I read this from beginning to end and never gave up on it.
July 18, 2018
Great plot!! Ella is a 17 years old teenager who had it difficult to make friends when her parents were moving every other year. When she finally has that home feeling and people she can call friends in Connecticut, her father informs her that they are moving again on the other side of the country, N Seattle.
The journey that Ella starts all the way in Seattle is full of love, friendship, self-discovery. She becomes a woman and finds friends in people she is expecting the least. And the help and the process is a little bit unusual than what you would think. A different book but so lovely and with characters that you will remember for a long time!
The journey that Ella starts all the way in Seattle is full of love, friendship, self-discovery. She becomes a woman and finds friends in people she is expecting the least. And the help and the process is a little bit unusual than what you would think. A different book but so lovely and with characters that you will remember for a long time!
June 10, 2025
"Charlotte Roth caught my attention with the snappy chapter titles. She kept it with snappy dialogue, which I adore, unique characters, which I fell in love with, and a story filled with heartbreaking, humorous, and heartwarming moments.
It hasn't been easy for Eleanor, living with her tree-hugging, 'hippie-like' parents. She's not happy when they move her from the east coast all the way to Washington state. After an exhausting cross-country drive with her parents in a U-Haul truck, they finally reach their destination, only to find the truck is filled with another family's belongings. After five days of being stranded with nothing of their own and limited funds, they finally decide to get some use out of the unclaimed contents of the truck. When they find an iron mailbox full of letters from 30 years ago, the two women in the family decide to read them. The tales of a young couple's struggles three decades earlier weave a complex and interesting pattern into this already interesting web of entertaining story line.
This first story of Ms. Roth reads like it's her tenth, with crisp, clean writing. I'm looking forward to reading more from her.
I give it 5 stars and high recommendations!"
It hasn't been easy for Eleanor, living with her tree-hugging, 'hippie-like' parents. She's not happy when they move her from the east coast all the way to Washington state. After an exhausting cross-country drive with her parents in a U-Haul truck, they finally reach their destination, only to find the truck is filled with another family's belongings. After five days of being stranded with nothing of their own and limited funds, they finally decide to get some use out of the unclaimed contents of the truck. When they find an iron mailbox full of letters from 30 years ago, the two women in the family decide to read them. The tales of a young couple's struggles three decades earlier weave a complex and interesting pattern into this already interesting web of entertaining story line.
This first story of Ms. Roth reads like it's her tenth, with crisp, clean writing. I'm looking forward to reading more from her.
I give it 5 stars and high recommendations!"
September 17, 2019
Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth is book one in The Miss Apple Pants Series that I listened to on audio narrated by Hope Dorman.
This is the second book of Charlotte’s that I have read and it definitely won’t by last. Her writing just pulls you into the story and you can’t stop reading until the very end.
Hope did a great job on the narration she really brought the story to life. However, I did have to listen to it between 1.25 – 1.50 speed otherwise it was really slow reading in my opinion.
I can’t wait to dive into the second book Lost in Love.
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This is the second book of Charlotte’s that I have read and it definitely won’t by last. Her writing just pulls you into the story and you can’t stop reading until the very end.
Hope did a great job on the narration she really brought the story to life. However, I did have to listen to it between 1.25 – 1.50 speed otherwise it was really slow reading in my opinion.
I can’t wait to dive into the second book Lost in Love.
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March 22, 2014
Love this!
I didn't want this book to end. I vote a follow up book. :) Having just moved to Washington last year I could relate to the apprehension.
I didn't want this book to end. I vote a follow up book. :) Having just moved to Washington last year I could relate to the apprehension.
July 14, 2018
Miss Apple Pants by Charlotte Roth was a sweet coming of age story that touch on many different things, good, bad and heart braking. This light hearted read leaves you in a good mood.
This wasn't my first read by this author, but my first in her YA genera. Like the other book I've read, the writing was smooth, consistent and easy to read. But, to be frank, there was way too much filler taking up space, and not adding anything to the overall story and plot. I don't know if it was done to up the page count, but if you added all that filler together you could cut the book down by good 50 pages. So much over explain and going down the rabbit hole. Another go at editing will fix this. Also I did find that because of this extra fluff, there were dull and flat areas in the book that had me board. I fell back into some speed reading habits to get to the good parts.
When this book was focused it was great. I was engaged, pulled in and invested in the story and characters. Our MC was a little winy at times for my liking, but I looked that over because of her age. I loved the mother and daughter relationship. I love it when I read books where the MC actually has a loving family. Their family dynamic was beautiful and you can tell they truly loved one another and got along. I also like how this story didn't just pick one thing to focused on, as a whole. It mimicked real life and all it's glory of being unpredictable and pretty much a s&it show.
Overall, this was a sweet easy clean read. I give you my recommendation and stamp of approval, that you will get all the good feels, have tears in your eyes, while feeling a sort of nostalgic connecting to better days and growing up.
Happy Reading
-E.A. Walsh
This wasn't my first read by this author, but my first in her YA genera. Like the other book I've read, the writing was smooth, consistent and easy to read. But, to be frank, there was way too much filler taking up space, and not adding anything to the overall story and plot. I don't know if it was done to up the page count, but if you added all that filler together you could cut the book down by good 50 pages. So much over explain and going down the rabbit hole. Another go at editing will fix this. Also I did find that because of this extra fluff, there were dull and flat areas in the book that had me board. I fell back into some speed reading habits to get to the good parts.
When this book was focused it was great. I was engaged, pulled in and invested in the story and characters. Our MC was a little winy at times for my liking, but I looked that over because of her age. I loved the mother and daughter relationship. I love it when I read books where the MC actually has a loving family. Their family dynamic was beautiful and you can tell they truly loved one another and got along. I also like how this story didn't just pick one thing to focused on, as a whole. It mimicked real life and all it's glory of being unpredictable and pretty much a s&it show.
Overall, this was a sweet easy clean read. I give you my recommendation and stamp of approval, that you will get all the good feels, have tears in your eyes, while feeling a sort of nostalgic connecting to better days and growing up.
Happy Reading
-E.A. Walsh
July 1, 2018
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle
By: Charlotte Roth
5 out of 5 stars
The story Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth is a coming of age book. It tells the tale of one young girl who is uprooted from her life and moved to Seattle and how she adapts. This is a book that touched my heart and had my emotions going up and down with each chapter that I read. It is a story that you feel your way through. There were times when I was laughing at what was said and others when I had tears in my eyes. Ella Jensen is the main character in this story and she is a young woman who I grew to love. She is someone who is mature for her age and has the support and love of her parents. She is not too happy with the fact that she is being uprooted and moved to another state. Once in Seattle Ella finds that she is unable to stay away from a box of letters found that were written between Martha and Frederick. She starts to feel a connection with these two with each letter that she reads. Another character that you are introduced to is Ella’s neighbor Miss T. I grew to love her personality and enjoyed reading about her interactions with both Ella and her parents. Will Ella begin to feel like Seattle is her home? This is a story that once I started I didn’t want to put down. There are both heartbreaking and heartwarming moments. This is a book that is well-written and also one that I couldn’t stop thinking about even after I had finished reading. It is a story I would highly recommend.
By: Charlotte Roth
5 out of 5 stars
The story Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth is a coming of age book. It tells the tale of one young girl who is uprooted from her life and moved to Seattle and how she adapts. This is a book that touched my heart and had my emotions going up and down with each chapter that I read. It is a story that you feel your way through. There were times when I was laughing at what was said and others when I had tears in my eyes. Ella Jensen is the main character in this story and she is a young woman who I grew to love. She is someone who is mature for her age and has the support and love of her parents. She is not too happy with the fact that she is being uprooted and moved to another state. Once in Seattle Ella finds that she is unable to stay away from a box of letters found that were written between Martha and Frederick. She starts to feel a connection with these two with each letter that she reads. Another character that you are introduced to is Ella’s neighbor Miss T. I grew to love her personality and enjoyed reading about her interactions with both Ella and her parents. Will Ella begin to feel like Seattle is her home? This is a story that once I started I didn’t want to put down. There are both heartbreaking and heartwarming moments. This is a book that is well-written and also one that I couldn’t stop thinking about even after I had finished reading. It is a story I would highly recommend.
June 11, 2019
Fabulous Story! Great Audible Listen🎧 Charming, Delightful & Heartfelt!
Miss Apple Pants
Lost in Seattle
By: Charlotte Roth
Narrated by: Hope Dorman
I thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful story, it is sweet, emotional and heartfelt. Charlotte Roth is a talented author who creates stories and characters that are interesting and relatable. This story grabbed my attention right from the start and captivated it to the very end. I loved the characters and everything about them. I especially loved the family dynamics of the Jensen’s, their closeness and how open they were with each other. Another highlight was the bond that formed between Ella and Miss T. The original storylines were amazing, from the mix up with their belongings to the mailbox which brought so much to their lives. I highly recommend, it is a sweet story, an emotional rollercoaster at times but it is the type of story that makes you feel and one that will stay with you for a very long time. Charlotte Roth thank you for another great & entertaining story. I am looking forward to what comes next for Ella.
I listened to the Audible edition, Hope Dorman does a terrific job narrating and performing the voices of all the characters. She gives them their own voice and personality as well as heart. You can hear the emotions of the characters in her performance. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for this great listen🎧
Thank you 🎧@AudiobookObsession #AudiobookObsession #AudiobookObsessionReviewer
Miss Apple Pants
Lost in Seattle
By: Charlotte Roth
Narrated by: Hope Dorman
I thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful story, it is sweet, emotional and heartfelt. Charlotte Roth is a talented author who creates stories and characters that are interesting and relatable. This story grabbed my attention right from the start and captivated it to the very end. I loved the characters and everything about them. I especially loved the family dynamics of the Jensen’s, their closeness and how open they were with each other. Another highlight was the bond that formed between Ella and Miss T. The original storylines were amazing, from the mix up with their belongings to the mailbox which brought so much to their lives. I highly recommend, it is a sweet story, an emotional rollercoaster at times but it is the type of story that makes you feel and one that will stay with you for a very long time. Charlotte Roth thank you for another great & entertaining story. I am looking forward to what comes next for Ella.
I listened to the Audible edition, Hope Dorman does a terrific job narrating and performing the voices of all the characters. She gives them their own voice and personality as well as heart. You can hear the emotions of the characters in her performance. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for this great listen🎧
Thank you 🎧@AudiobookObsession #AudiobookObsession #AudiobookObsessionReviewer
July 13, 2018
This was such a fun and sweet read. I have read a lot of Charlotte’s other novels and was not expecting this from her but I was not disappointed in the change up of things. The ease of the story flow was still strong and evident throughout the process. I felt as if I was there experiencing things first hand with Ella and I was cemented there till the very end of the book.
Ella is devastated when she learns that she has to move her senior year and start completely over all the way across the country in Seattle. She is feeling lost and desolate trying to navigate the new world that Seattle is to her when she stumbles upon a box of old letters. While reading and falling in love with the two writers of the letters, Martha and Frederick, she also develops a friendship with her neighbor, Miss T, and an interesting relationship with Hans, a German exchange student. By then end of the summer she has learned a lot about life, come into her own and discovered that you can write your story and the outcomes. Everything seems to be settling well for Ella when suddenly she is faced with a very important and life changing decision. Will she make the right decision?
I adored every moment of this novel. It was deep and emotional, but was effortless to read because the way everything balanced with the style of writing that Roth possesses. I was so bummed when it was over and I am anxiously waiting for more.
Ella is devastated when she learns that she has to move her senior year and start completely over all the way across the country in Seattle. She is feeling lost and desolate trying to navigate the new world that Seattle is to her when she stumbles upon a box of old letters. While reading and falling in love with the two writers of the letters, Martha and Frederick, she also develops a friendship with her neighbor, Miss T, and an interesting relationship with Hans, a German exchange student. By then end of the summer she has learned a lot about life, come into her own and discovered that you can write your story and the outcomes. Everything seems to be settling well for Ella when suddenly she is faced with a very important and life changing decision. Will she make the right decision?
I adored every moment of this novel. It was deep and emotional, but was effortless to read because the way everything balanced with the style of writing that Roth possesses. I was so bummed when it was over and I am anxiously waiting for more.
May 5, 2018
I am a bit conflicted about this one.
I felt entirely dissociated from the main themes of infertility and motherhood. As someone utterly terrified of pregnancy who doesn't even want children, I could not connect with this particular coming of age story. The constant mention of 'little feet' made me feel nauseated. The ever-growing array of coincidences, drama, and millions of new plot points brought about a similar response.
On the other hand though, I really enjoyed the writing style and the original premise. I picked this book up because it was one of the very few novels set in Seattle whose synopsis appealed to me. Some of the references to the city and area were lovely. The main characters were very likable and I really enjoyed the character development, particularly that of Miss T (up until it became unreasonable). It was a sentimental read and much heavier than I had expected from the series title.
Overall I really cannot give this title anymore than 3 stars. Perhaps people who possess some maternal instinct will get more out of reading this book. Though I empathised, I found myself waiting for it to end once I hit the middle.
I felt entirely dissociated from the main themes of infertility and motherhood. As someone utterly terrified of pregnancy who doesn't even want children, I could not connect with this particular coming of age story. The constant mention of 'little feet' made me feel nauseated. The ever-growing array of coincidences, drama, and millions of new plot points brought about a similar response.
On the other hand though, I really enjoyed the writing style and the original premise. I picked this book up because it was one of the very few novels set in Seattle whose synopsis appealed to me. Some of the references to the city and area were lovely. The main characters were very likable and I really enjoyed the character development, particularly that of Miss T (up until it became unreasonable). It was a sentimental read and much heavier than I had expected from the series title.
Overall I really cannot give this title anymore than 3 stars. Perhaps people who possess some maternal instinct will get more out of reading this book. Though I empathised, I found myself waiting for it to end once I hit the middle.
December 17, 2019
The story begins with Ellie and her parents moving cross country to Seattle for her father's new job. Reluctantly uprooted again, Ellie tries to adapt to her new surroundings . The mixup of the Uhaul moving van was hilarious. Her parents stored the unknown owners boxes in the shed, only to open them on a "use as we need them basis. " After Ellie found a mailbox filled with letters in the shed, Ellie, her mom and neighbor,
Mrs. T created book nights to read them. The three became interconnected by reading Martha and Fredricks love letters to each other. A lot of the heartache they experienced in their life, mirrored her parents life. Ellie goes through many challenges , and one decision that will change her life forever.
I love the family dynamic Charlotte Roth created. I could just see how much love everyone has for each other. The banter, humor, sass, between Ellie and her parents is heartfelt. How their unconditional love and forgiveness is important in their relationship.
I thoroughly enjoyed Hope Dorman narration. How she would change from Ellie to Mrs. T, to Mom and dad, was flawless. Giving each character their own personality. 🎧Audiobookobsessionreviewer🎧
Mrs. T created book nights to read them. The three became interconnected by reading Martha and Fredricks love letters to each other. A lot of the heartache they experienced in their life, mirrored her parents life. Ellie goes through many challenges , and one decision that will change her life forever.
I love the family dynamic Charlotte Roth created. I could just see how much love everyone has for each other. The banter, humor, sass, between Ellie and her parents is heartfelt. How their unconditional love and forgiveness is important in their relationship.
I thoroughly enjoyed Hope Dorman narration. How she would change from Ellie to Mrs. T, to Mom and dad, was flawless. Giving each character their own personality. 🎧Audiobookobsessionreviewer🎧
March 17, 2019
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth
5 Stars
This author has quickly become an absolute favorite of mine. This story although a bit different than what I'm used to by her was still as enjoyable as all the rest in a different way.
I could totally relate to Ella when in her senior year she has to move..this happened to me and was not something I enjoyed, but if Id had the chance to have my story go the way hers did in some places I might actually look back on it and smile a bit.
I had all the feels while reading this story, and my favorite part of this authors books is her writing of the interaction between the characters, she chooses the best conversations and without knowing the words to explain this I'll just say it is awesome. Ella did experience more than someone her age should have to, yet also experienced what many young girls would love to have. I was fully invested in this story and highly recommend it.
I will be waiting for what this author comes up with next and I hope its soon because I've already read everything else she has available :)
5 Stars
This author has quickly become an absolute favorite of mine. This story although a bit different than what I'm used to by her was still as enjoyable as all the rest in a different way.
I could totally relate to Ella when in her senior year she has to move..this happened to me and was not something I enjoyed, but if Id had the chance to have my story go the way hers did in some places I might actually look back on it and smile a bit.
I had all the feels while reading this story, and my favorite part of this authors books is her writing of the interaction between the characters, she chooses the best conversations and without knowing the words to explain this I'll just say it is awesome. Ella did experience more than someone her age should have to, yet also experienced what many young girls would love to have. I was fully invested in this story and highly recommend it.
I will be waiting for what this author comes up with next and I hope its soon because I've already read everything else she has available :)
July 15, 2018
This book is a coming of age story about a girl who has to recreate her life when she moves to a new town.
Ella is moving to Seattle and has to start a fresh in a new city and new school, but her world changes when she stumbles across an old box of letters which open up her world not only to friendships but a sense of what life is about and that you are your own author in your life.
I loved the way Ella felt comfortable with the writers of the letters and almost saw them as real people getting caught up in their world while reading them just like me when I am getting into the book or story you feel like you are their friends.
I loved the relationship of Ella with Miss T which developed throughout the book, by the end of the end of the story she learnt alot about herself and although her life seemed great again until she has to make a life changing decision.
This is the first book I have read by this author and I loved the fast paced, well written plot and relationships which each other characters. I will definitely be reading more in the future.
Ella is moving to Seattle and has to start a fresh in a new city and new school, but her world changes when she stumbles across an old box of letters which open up her world not only to friendships but a sense of what life is about and that you are your own author in your life.
I loved the way Ella felt comfortable with the writers of the letters and almost saw them as real people getting caught up in their world while reading them just like me when I am getting into the book or story you feel like you are their friends.
I loved the relationship of Ella with Miss T which developed throughout the book, by the end of the end of the story she learnt alot about herself and although her life seemed great again until she has to make a life changing decision.
This is the first book I have read by this author and I loved the fast paced, well written plot and relationships which each other characters. I will definitely be reading more in the future.
July 16, 2018
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth is book one of the Miss Apple Pants Series. This book is a coming of age story but it’s really so much more than that. It really shows the ties between family, friendships and love, while also depicting the special bonds mothers and daughters have. I enjoyed the depiction of Ella’s relationship with her parents as well even though she’s not thrilled they are moving across the country. Though it’s not easy for Ella living with her hippie like parents, they have a better relationship than I would have expected them to have.
For Ella, this story is really a journey into finding herself. She’s faced with many challenges she’s never faced before but how she deals with them really speaks to her character. The fact that she goes through these challenges but keeps her bond with her parents is great and j really enjoyed their relationship and the overall development of the characters, especially Ella.
This was a good read. I was leary at first due to the title but honestly, I was sucked into the story and it was great!
For Ella, this story is really a journey into finding herself. She’s faced with many challenges she’s never faced before but how she deals with them really speaks to her character. The fact that she goes through these challenges but keeps her bond with her parents is great and j really enjoyed their relationship and the overall development of the characters, especially Ella.
This was a good read. I was leary at first due to the title but honestly, I was sucked into the story and it was great!
June 2, 2018
Miss Apple Pants
An odd name, that all makes sense after reading the story.
Eleanor is used to odd things happening, and her parents could be embarrassing but they muddle along together well enough. At the start of the book the family are moving across country after dad loses his job.
When they arrive all their stuff is missing. Somehow they’ve ended up with a moving van of someone else’s stuff, and nobody can work out what’s going on. Eleanor and her mother find letters and start reading them.
Through the book there’s a lot going on. We learn the story of Martha and Frederick, the letter writers. We also see Eleanor making friends with an old woman, Miss T, also new to the area, at the same time as she falls in love and ends up having to come to terms with a rather unexpected situation.
If you suspend your disbelief - just too many coincidences - this is quite charming.
An odd name, that all makes sense after reading the story.
Eleanor is used to odd things happening, and her parents could be embarrassing but they muddle along together well enough. At the start of the book the family are moving across country after dad loses his job.
When they arrive all their stuff is missing. Somehow they’ve ended up with a moving van of someone else’s stuff, and nobody can work out what’s going on. Eleanor and her mother find letters and start reading them.
Through the book there’s a lot going on. We learn the story of Martha and Frederick, the letter writers. We also see Eleanor making friends with an old woman, Miss T, also new to the area, at the same time as she falls in love and ends up having to come to terms with a rather unexpected situation.
If you suspend your disbelief - just too many coincidences - this is quite charming.
June 16, 2018
Lost in Seattle (Miss Apple Pants #1)
By Charlotte Roth
4 stars
The books that I have read by this author have been more recently written by her so I was really looking forward to reading some of her earlier work. It was a really good read, completely different writing style than I am used to from Charlotte Roth but still as enjoyable.
I loved the setting for the story and though that it was well described. The characters were well thought out and although it is primarily a coming of age story I could relate to the main character, Ella, quite easily. I think what I loved about this story the most was the uniqueness of the storyline. I’ve never read anything like it before and I think that is definitely what captured my interest and kept it throughout. It was a great story which a deeper meaning and it definitely has you thinking about it after you have finished reading.
A well written story that I really enjoyed! I am looking forward to more from this author in the future.
By Charlotte Roth
4 stars
The books that I have read by this author have been more recently written by her so I was really looking forward to reading some of her earlier work. It was a really good read, completely different writing style than I am used to from Charlotte Roth but still as enjoyable.
I loved the setting for the story and though that it was well described. The characters were well thought out and although it is primarily a coming of age story I could relate to the main character, Ella, quite easily. I think what I loved about this story the most was the uniqueness of the storyline. I’ve never read anything like it before and I think that is definitely what captured my interest and kept it throughout. It was a great story which a deeper meaning and it definitely has you thinking about it after you have finished reading.
A well written story that I really enjoyed! I am looking forward to more from this author in the future.
June 28, 2018
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle -Charlotte Roth
5-star review
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth is another 5-star read by this author! I am a huge fan of Charlotte’s as she always manages to write stories that completely pull me in and have me feeling all kinds of emotions. Charlotte is a truly amazing storyteller; her writing style is clear and free flowing which makes it so easy to picture everything playing out in my mind.
This is the first book in the Miss Apple Pants series, and it follows a funny and quirky family on a crazy adventure unlike anything I’ve ever read. I connected with these characters from the start and I thoroughly enjoyed their story from start to finish as I experienced so many emotions, from happiness, sadness, loss, heartbreak, and joy! There was so much going on which really made it feel so entertaining. I would definitely recommend this book to others!
5-star review
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth is another 5-star read by this author! I am a huge fan of Charlotte’s as she always manages to write stories that completely pull me in and have me feeling all kinds of emotions. Charlotte is a truly amazing storyteller; her writing style is clear and free flowing which makes it so easy to picture everything playing out in my mind.
This is the first book in the Miss Apple Pants series, and it follows a funny and quirky family on a crazy adventure unlike anything I’ve ever read. I connected with these characters from the start and I thoroughly enjoyed their story from start to finish as I experienced so many emotions, from happiness, sadness, loss, heartbreak, and joy! There was so much going on which really made it feel so entertaining. I would definitely recommend this book to others!
July 9, 2018
What a Story! This was such a beautiful read about finding oneself. I honestly thought it was going to be more like a YA read, but it was very deep.
I try to start each book with an open mind, but honestly with the book cover and title, i thought it was going to be a very young easy read. Although it read easily it certainly wasn't a young read. Although revolving around a highschooler it could easily connect with anyone on a journey to find themselves.
I really enjoyed the charecters, out didn't take me long at all to fall in love with Ellie, I honestly didn't want to book to end, because I want ready for my intersection with Ellie to end.
This book really makes you think about your own life, and I could easily see it igniting a desire to truly find oneself.
I highly recommend this to students entering college and those entering adulthood.
5 out of 5 stars not even a hesitation
I try to start each book with an open mind, but honestly with the book cover and title, i thought it was going to be a very young easy read. Although it read easily it certainly wasn't a young read. Although revolving around a highschooler it could easily connect with anyone on a journey to find themselves.
I really enjoyed the charecters, out didn't take me long at all to fall in love with Ellie, I honestly didn't want to book to end, because I want ready for my intersection with Ellie to end.
This book really makes you think about your own life, and I could easily see it igniting a desire to truly find oneself.
I highly recommend this to students entering college and those entering adulthood.
5 out of 5 stars not even a hesitation
July 9, 2017
This is a story about finding oneself in life. Ella just graduated from high school and is embarking on life as an adult. She finally meets her first real crush and has her first heartbreak. She experiences death of a close loved one. She experiences the joy of the bond between a mother and child, and the pain of watching a true friend go through unspeakable heartache.
It's a coming-of-age story that will stay with you long after the book has ended. I became a huge fan of Charlotte Roth with this book and have read two others by her since. Her writing style is witty and engaging and she never leaves you hanging, but somehow finds a way to leave you wanting more of her stories.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys YA dramas or romance novels, or just a fun, lighthearted read.
It's a coming-of-age story that will stay with you long after the book has ended. I became a huge fan of Charlotte Roth with this book and have read two others by her since. Her writing style is witty and engaging and she never leaves you hanging, but somehow finds a way to leave you wanting more of her stories.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys YA dramas or romance novels, or just a fun, lighthearted read.
July 13, 2018
Roth’s book “Lost in Seattle” a Miss Apple Pants novel, is a tantalizing trip through the challenges of being 17 growing into tough adult decisions. The main character Charlotte Ella, experiences moving to Seattle, one of numerous moves in her life, finding new friends, being a single child with quirky parents, young love, first sex, teenage pregnancy, and life and death. Ms. Roth has great talent for creating characters that you absolutely identify with and become strongly attached to them. She interweaves their lives in a spellbinding way across generations. Her book is a page turner! I highly recommend this book for teenagers, moms and grandmothers as she covers the perspective of all three generations in this book. I loved her balanced viewpoint and her overall theme that love is the most important gift of all!
July 15, 2018
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth is a coming age story about a girl named Ella. Her family decides before her senior year of high school, to move across the country to Seattle. Ella is an old soul, who is very mature for her age but the move is hard for her, That was until she came across this box of old letters and fell in love with the writers of them. She also meets her neighbor, Miss T and develops a friendship with her. Ella, then faces a very tough decision that could change her life. What will she decide?
Charlotte Roth captures you from the first page, and you will not be able to put it down. Her writing flows and it is very engaging. The characters are believable and very realistic. Lost in Seattle is the first book in the Miss Apple Pants series and covers many emotions but is is definitely worth the read.
Charlotte Roth captures you from the first page, and you will not be able to put it down. Her writing flows and it is very engaging. The characters are believable and very realistic. Lost in Seattle is the first book in the Miss Apple Pants series and covers many emotions but is is definitely worth the read.
July 16, 2018
5 Star
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth is a coming of age book that tells the tale of a young girl who's been uprooted and moved to Seattle. This book had my emotions sll over the place and pulled at my heart strings. I couldn't put this down once I started reading it had me entranced and turning the pages ..This book had me tearing up and laughing at times.Ella is a young woman who isnt happy about being uprooted and moved to Seattle. But she finds herself unable to stay away from the letters in the box she found.These letters were written by Martha and Frederick. The more letters she reads the more she feels connected to them.Can Seattle feel like home to Ella? I can't say enough about this book and the author whom ive read other books by but this one tops the charts for me.I highly recommend this book.i cant wait to read more from this author.
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle by Charlotte Roth is a coming of age book that tells the tale of a young girl who's been uprooted and moved to Seattle. This book had my emotions sll over the place and pulled at my heart strings. I couldn't put this down once I started reading it had me entranced and turning the pages ..This book had me tearing up and laughing at times.Ella is a young woman who isnt happy about being uprooted and moved to Seattle. But she finds herself unable to stay away from the letters in the box she found.These letters were written by Martha and Frederick. The more letters she reads the more she feels connected to them.Can Seattle feel like home to Ella? I can't say enough about this book and the author whom ive read other books by but this one tops the charts for me.I highly recommend this book.i cant wait to read more from this author.
December 3, 2019
I would recommend this book to readers/listeners who like a gradual progression to a story. I listened to the Audible version. I had a lot of trouble getting into the beginning of the book, starting and stopping it to listen to another book first at least three times since it started slowly. I would also warn listeners that the topics in the book got increasingly more mature with discussions of fertility/pregnancy/adoption/abortion and my personal pet peeve - lies and secrets. The characters definitely aren't perfect and don't necessarily learn from mistakes.
The narration of the book was good, although I noticed a couple places where the audio repeated itself.
There's not a cliffhanger for the next book in the series and this can be read as a stand alone novel, but there are definitely unresolved issues.
#AudiobookObsession
The narration of the book was good, although I noticed a couple places where the audio repeated itself.
There's not a cliffhanger for the next book in the series and this can be read as a stand alone novel, but there are definitely unresolved issues.
#AudiobookObsession
September 24, 2024
Will Ella ever survive the move to Seattle ... in the rain, with her so hippie parents, no friends, belongings, nada, zip?
Ella Jensen is an old soul stuck in a teenager's body, and she doesn't make friends easily. In her senior year of high school, her family moves across the country to Seattle, turning her already-small world upside down. She feels alone and lost… But then she finds a box of decades-old love letters between Martha and Frederick; she becomes best friends with her new tiny neighbor, Miss T; and she gets her first kiss from Hans, a very symmetric German exchange student.
But summer ends abruptly when she is forced to make a decision that will change her life. Forever.
This is a great coming of edge book! I loved the story-line and can't wait to see where this series will go!
Ella Jensen is an old soul stuck in a teenager's body, and she doesn't make friends easily. In her senior year of high school, her family moves across the country to Seattle, turning her already-small world upside down. She feels alone and lost… But then she finds a box of decades-old love letters between Martha and Frederick; she becomes best friends with her new tiny neighbor, Miss T; and she gets her first kiss from Hans, a very symmetric German exchange student.
But summer ends abruptly when she is forced to make a decision that will change her life. Forever.
This is a great coming of edge book! I loved the story-line and can't wait to see where this series will go!
July 15, 2018
Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Seattle
Written by Charlotte Roth
⅘ stars
I’ll start off by admitting I have been overlooking this book based on the title, I wasn’t sure if the book would be geared towards a younger audience. I have been really enjoying Charlotte Roth’s writing lately and felt that I should give this book a try since her writing hasn’t let me down yet. I have to say I am really happy I took a chance and read this, it was just as fulfilling as past reads by this author.
Miss Apple Pants is a really strong story with even stronger characters. The connections and relationships between the characters are heartwarming and this coming of age story brought smiles and tears. Once again a grand slam for
Charlotte Roth.
Written by Charlotte Roth
⅘ stars
I’ll start off by admitting I have been overlooking this book based on the title, I wasn’t sure if the book would be geared towards a younger audience. I have been really enjoying Charlotte Roth’s writing lately and felt that I should give this book a try since her writing hasn’t let me down yet. I have to say I am really happy I took a chance and read this, it was just as fulfilling as past reads by this author.
Miss Apple Pants is a really strong story with even stronger characters. The connections and relationships between the characters are heartwarming and this coming of age story brought smiles and tears. Once again a grand slam for
Charlotte Roth.
September 23, 2019
Lost in Seattle is the 1st book in the Miss Apple Pants series and was an amazing coming of age story with mystery, humor, friendship, drama and so much more. The story was well-written and layered with two interesting stories woven together and will evoke a range of emotions from you. This captivating tale will grab your attention and hold it until the very end ensuring you enjoy every moment of it. I would highly recommend this novel to all contemporary romance lovers.
I listened to the audible version of this novel and I loved. It was narrated by Hope Dorman who did an excellent job. I loved her portrayal of the characters and they she was able to give varying voices to the characters.She really brought the story to life and I enjoyed listening to the narration.
AudiobookObsession
I listened to the audible version of this novel and I loved. It was narrated by Hope Dorman who did an excellent job. I loved her portrayal of the characters and they she was able to give varying voices to the characters.She really brought the story to life and I enjoyed listening to the narration.
AudiobookObsession
October 11, 2017
A coming of age story set in 2012 & goes back in time to the eighties in Seattle, WA. A tale of two stories intertwined. One based on thirty year old love letters between Martha & Frederick, the other revolves around seventeen-year-old Ella and her hippie parents. The secondary storyline revolved around love letters is complex, & a intriguing tale intricately weaved into a entertaining storyline. Characters are witty, & one-of-kind. Overall, a sweet, humorous, & heartwarming fun read. Looking forward to reading the next novel in this series if the author decides to write it. I volunteerily reviewed an advanced reading copy of this book.
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