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Neighbor from Hell (YA) #1
Misunderstood
From New York Time’s Bestselling Author R.L. Mathewson comes the YA series inspired by the Neighbor from Hell Series…
The Neighbor from Hell YA Series.
For readers who enjoy stories that leave them smiling…
Do you ever feel like life isn’t going the way that you thought it would?
That’s what Sebastian Bradford is realizing as he tries to figure out how everything went wrong so quickly. He’d never expected things to end like this, but then again, he’d never expected a lot of things and that was the problem. He just needed to figure out how to fix this before it was too late. There’s only one problem with that…
He’s about to learn a life lesson that he will never forget.
Mikey Campbell loves her family, baseball, and teasing a smile out of her best friend. She’d never met anyone like Sebastian before. He was smart, funny, incredibly kind, and way too damn serious for someone their age and she had no idea why, but she was determined to find out.
The Neighbor from Hell YA Series.
For readers who enjoy stories that leave them smiling…
Do you ever feel like life isn’t going the way that you thought it would?
That’s what Sebastian Bradford is realizing as he tries to figure out how everything went wrong so quickly. He’d never expected things to end like this, but then again, he’d never expected a lot of things and that was the problem. He just needed to figure out how to fix this before it was too late. There’s only one problem with that…
He’s about to learn a life lesson that he will never forget.
Mikey Campbell loves her family, baseball, and teasing a smile out of her best friend. She’d never met anyone like Sebastian before. He was smart, funny, incredibly kind, and way too damn serious for someone their age and she had no idea why, but she was determined to find out.
275 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 15, 2020
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About the author
R.L. Mathewson
70 books15.5k followersNew York Times Bestselling author, R.L. Mathewson was born in Massachusetts. She’s known for her humor, quick wit and ability to write relatable characters. She currently has several paranormal and contemporary romance series published including the Neighbor from Hell series.
Growing up, R.L. Mathewson was a painfully shy bookworm. After high school she attended college, worked as a bellhop, fast food cook, and a museum worker until she decided to take an EMT course. Working as an EMT helped her get over her shyness as well as left her with some fond memories and some rather disturbing ones that from time to time show up in one of her books.
Today, R.L. Mathewson is the single mother of two children that keep her on her toes. She has a bit of a romance novel addiction as well as a major hot chocolate addiction and on a perfect day, she combines the two.
In 2019/2020, R.L. Mathewson will be publishing Devastated, the first Anger Management novel, Tall, Dark & Furious, the 6th installment to the Pyte/Sentinel series, Irresistible, the long anticipated novel for the Neighbor from Hell Series as well as many more books throughout the year, paranormals, contemporaries, and YAs.
Growing up, R.L. Mathewson was a painfully shy bookworm. After high school she attended college, worked as a bellhop, fast food cook, and a museum worker until she decided to take an EMT course. Working as an EMT helped her get over her shyness as well as left her with some fond memories and some rather disturbing ones that from time to time show up in one of her books.
Today, R.L. Mathewson is the single mother of two children that keep her on her toes. She has a bit of a romance novel addiction as well as a major hot chocolate addiction and on a perfect day, she combines the two.
In 2019/2020, R.L. Mathewson will be publishing Devastated, the first Anger Management novel, Tall, Dark & Furious, the 6th installment to the Pyte/Sentinel series, Irresistible, the long anticipated novel for the Neighbor from Hell Series as well as many more books throughout the year, paranormals, contemporaries, and YAs.
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December 20, 2020
Here comes the next generation!
Liked reading about the kids of the Neighbor From Hell series. This one is about Trever and Zoe's son from the second book of the series, Sebastian, and Reece's stepdaughter, Mikey, from book ten.
I liked this story, but it is interspersed with Cole and Chile's prequel story. I'm not to thrilled about that. When this happens I feel like the main characters are getting cheated out of their story.
Also, I am not understanding the whole prologue and epilogue with the whole reporter thing. I guess it will be cleared up in the rest of the series...hopefully?
Liked reading about the kids of the Neighbor From Hell series. This one is about Trever and Zoe's son from the second book of the series, Sebastian, and Reece's stepdaughter, Mikey, from book ten.
I liked this story, but it is interspersed with Cole and Chile's prequel story. I'm not to thrilled about that. When this happens I feel like the main characters are getting cheated out of their story.
Also, I am not understanding the whole prologue and epilogue with the whole reporter thing. I guess it will be cleared up in the rest of the series...hopefully?
December 27, 2020
BA-YIL-DIM.
Bir sonraki neslin hikayesi tam olarak ihtiyacım olan şeymiş, şahane bir kurgu, tanıdık “sniff”ler - ki Mikey doğuştan Bradford bile değil... Çok güldüm kesinlikle, sonlara doğru üzülüp birkaç damla gözyaşı bile dökmüş olabilirim. Sebastian’ın hikayesi süperdi - ve de bariz bir şekilde yarım kaldı. Zaten cliffhanger ile bitiyor bir nevi, ayrıca Cole’un hikayesi de inanılmaz sevimli geldi şimdiden, dört gözle sıradaki hikayeyi bekliyorum. Daha farklı, daha iyi bir yöne gitmiş bence yazar, çünkü bir süredir eh ortalama geliyordu hikayeler. Büyük bir heves ve istekle okuyacağım tek YA seri bu olacak gibi.
Bir sonraki neslin hikayesi tam olarak ihtiyacım olan şeymiş, şahane bir kurgu, tanıdık “sniff”ler - ki Mikey doğuştan Bradford bile değil... Çok güldüm kesinlikle, sonlara doğru üzülüp birkaç damla gözyaşı bile dökmüş olabilirim. Sebastian’ın hikayesi süperdi - ve de bariz bir şekilde yarım kaldı. Zaten cliffhanger ile bitiyor bir nevi, ayrıca Cole’un hikayesi de inanılmaz sevimli geldi şimdiden, dört gözle sıradaki hikayeyi bekliyorum. Daha farklı, daha iyi bir yöne gitmiş bence yazar, çünkü bir süredir eh ortalama geliyordu hikayeler. Büyük bir heves ve istekle okuyacağım tek YA seri bu olacak gibi.
December 14, 2020
Loved this book!!
The Bradford younger generation get their own voice. Full of shenanigans, family banter and lots of emotions. Misunderstood gives a deeper look at Sebastian and others of the Bradford clan.
A wonderful extension to the Neighbour From Hell series. The more the merrier after all.
The Bradford younger generation get their own voice. Full of shenanigans, family banter and lots of emotions. Misunderstood gives a deeper look at Sebastian and others of the Bradford clan.
A wonderful extension to the Neighbour From Hell series. The more the merrier after all.
February 17, 2021
The Bradford younger generation featuring the infamous Neighbours from Hell 2.0.
Bradford Family Tree
Timothy and Regan Bradford’s children are:
1. Jared, married Megan, their son is Jason Bradford, (m. Haley) father of Cole, Elizabeth, Joshua, and Hunter
2. Sarah, passed away. Her son is Trevor who married Zoe, and fathered, Jonathan, Sebastian, Mathew, and Jessica.
3. Ethan, married Mary, and their children are, Duncan (m. Necie), Danny (m. Jodi), Lucifer (m. Rebecca), Kenzie (m. Roger), Arik, Garrett, Reese (m. Kasey, child Mikey, two sets of twin boys), Darrin (m. Marybeth, triplet girls), and Aidan (m. Melanie, one son)
4. Mark married Jessie, sons are Reed (m. Joey) and Matt.
5. Ryan, married Amanda, their children are, Eric and Theo.
6. Shane, married Caylee, son is Devin (m. Charlie) children are Abbi and Dustin.
7. Thomas, married Heather, daughter is Nikki.
The James Family
(Cousins to the Bradfords)
Raised by Wes and Beth Bradford:
David James, divorced, raised children by himself, Rory (m. Connor, two children), Bryce, Johnny, Craig, Brian, and Sean.
Fourteen year-old Sebastian and Mikey, the younger version of themselves. Sebastian is selfless. Mikey, is Sebastian’s best friend and staunchest ally. His father’s cousin married her mum. They’re not related. The rest of the family considers her part of the family, but he does not, she’s his best friend.
Mr. Rose looked at her book report, to her, as he reached for the red pen only to reconsider and grabbed the thick red marker instead. A moment, and two more bewildered looks in her direction “Mikey, can I talk to you for a moment?” Since she knew that this wasn’t going to end well, at least, not for her, Mikey cleared her throat and decided to go with a hopeful smile as she grabbed her bag and got to her feet as she said, “I can explain?” while the rest of the class filed out of the room, several of her friends throwing her pitying looks as they went. “I’m sure you can,” Mr. Rose murmured as he gestured toward the paper covered in red marker. “Did you read the book, Mikey?” “I don’t think that it would be in my best interest to answer that question,” she said, nodding solemnly. “Probably not,” Mr. Rose murmured absently as he turned her book report over and skimmed the back before saying, “You didn’t explain how the book ended.” “I didn’t want to ruin the ending for you,” Mikey said with a sad shake of her head and a heartfelt sigh that had him chuckling. “That’s very considerate of you,” he drawled. “I try,” Mikey said, nodding solemnly. “Can I ask you something?” Mr. Rose asked, leaning back in his chair as he considered her for a moment. “Just as long as it doesn’t end with a call to my parents,” she said, making his lips twitch. “Why are you failing my class?” “Because you don’t accept bribes,” Mikey said, making him chuckle as he pushed his chair back and headed toward the bookshelves overflowing with books that Sebastian would probably kill to get his hands on. He’d probably like this class, Mikey thought absently as she watched Mr. Rose search through the bookshelves. “I can see how that would be a problem,” Mr. Rose murmured as he paused when he came to a thick black book on the bottom shelf. “It really is,” Mikey said, nodding solemnly.
“You have a choice, you’re not going to like it,” Mr. Rose warned her.
“Probably not,” Mikey murmured in agreement.
“Let me ask you something first, what were you hoping for when you handed in that book report?” “That it would bring tears of joy to your eyes when you read it,” Mikey said, nodding solemnly. “It came close,” he said, matching her nod with one of his own.
She’d treated everything within reach as a baseball and after several unfortunate incidents that had ended with two broken windows, her mother flinching anytime she reached for her sippy cup, and the mailman refusing to deliver their mail if she was home, her mother bought her a toddler-sized baseball glove and a tennis ball. That had quickly led to her mother banning balls in the house, begging the T-ball coach to let her play even though she’d only been three at the time and her obsession with everything baseball. She played every chance she got, begged everyone that made the mistake of making eye contact with her to play catch, and quickly learned to apologize for any and all unfortunate accidents that happened as a result. As the years passed, one thing became clear, she was meant to play baseball. It was the only thing that she wanted to do. After she’d accidently sent Reese to the hospital with a fastball, she’d expected her mom to put an end to her dreams. What she hadn’t expected was for Reese to work with her and show her how to control her aim better. Once he’d married her mom, they’d moved closer to his family and she’d finally found a team that would let her play.
There’s a Bradford curse involving Sebastian’s great-grandparents growing up on neighbouring estates, taking immense satisfaction from tormenting and making each other’s lives a living hell. They didn’t see each other again until they were both forced to attend the same ball and were mesmerised with each other. Realising each other’s identity, they were furious. They continued antagonising each other and fell in love in the process. Since then, every Bradford has met the same fate. Sebastian knew better than to tell her anything that she could use to torture him with later, and he knew damn well that she would torture him if she ever found out more about the Bradford curse.
“Did he tell you that Bradfords don’t propose?”
“No, he didn’t get to that part yet,”
“Then I got here just in time,” Jonathan said, taking his time finishing off his hot dog as Sebastian sat there, contemplating killing the little bastard.
“Why don’t they propose?”
“Because if they’re thinking clearly enough to propose then they’re not really in love,” “So, no Bradford has ever proposed?”
“There have been a few…”
“What happened?”
“It didn’t end well, they ended in disaster before they even made it to the altar. Uncle Eric tried, but ended up dumping his fiancée at the dinner rehearsal.”
“Wait. Uncle Eric dumped Aunt Morgan at the wedding rehearsal?”
“No, Uncle Eric was engaged before he married Aunt Morgan, which brings us to rule number two, Bradfords elope. Or it ends in divorce. They also don’t go on honeymoons until after the first year.”
“But my mom and Reese went on a honeymoon right after they got married,” Mikey pointed out.
“And how did that end?” even though they all knew how it ended. Badly. Uncle Reese ended up trying to surprise Aunt Kasey with a trip to the Bahamas, which ended with them both being detained by customs, losing all their luggage, losing their original resort reservations and ended up getting kicked out in the middle of the night from the only motel they’d been able to find a room, and somehow ended up spending the night in jail. Blinking, Mikey whispered, “We do not speak of it.” Nodding, Jonathan said, “Exactly”.
Okay, so Bradfords don’t propose, they don’t have traditional weddings, and they can’t go on honeymoons until a year after they get married, is that it?” Mikey asked, pursing her lips up as she thought it over while Sebastian sent Jonathan a look that told him that he’d better keep his mouth shut. With a mouthed, “I won’t tell,” and a wink in Sebastian’s direction, Jonathan climbed off the chaise lounge with a nod and an absently mumbled, “Pretty much,” that had Mikey frowning as she glanced back at Cole, who was sitting off to the side, glaring at the house next door. “That doesn’t make sense,” Mikey said, gesturing to Cole as she looked back at Jonathan. “What does this so-called curse have to do with Jessica calling that girl Cole’s future wife?” “Does she live next door?” Jonathan asked, making a show of studying his nails as Sebastian shook his head, vowing to kill the little bastard if he said another word. “Yes, why?”
“Just a lucky guess,”
“Oh, I almost forgot something,”
“What’s that?” Mikey absently asked as she opened her book and settled in to read right around the time that Sebastian found himself moving, desperate to get to his brother before he could screw him over and– “Bradfords only marry their neighbors”.
Mikey’s father died of cancer before he was sixteen, leaving her mum pregnant at fifteen years old. They’d all expected her to end up like her grandmother, but her mother refused to do that. She got her GED, worked multiple jobs, exhaustively working to make her cooking website a success. She married the man of her dreams, has five wonderful children, Mikey most especially being the favourite–her website is highly successful, and now, she has a catering company that’s in high demand.
Sebastian’s mother grew up in foster care, ran away when she was fifteen. She finished school, put herself through college, and after struggling to make it on her own, she fell in love with his father, is happily married, and has her own business. It all worked out. His father, managed to get his act together after dropping out of school and earned his GED. He’s confident that his mother lost a bet and had to marry him.
“I’m sitting right here,” his father, who had been kind enough to take the day off to drive them so that they could take the test, bit out, drawing their attention. Sebastian, “I know.” “There was no bet,” his father said, narrowing his eyes dangerously on him. “Your mother loves and adores me and cried tears of joy when I married her.”
“Are you sure they were tears of joy?” Mikey asked with a sympathetic wince that had his father’s lips twitching. “You kids are brutal,” his father said, chuckling.
“And you knew this,” Mikey said.
Sebastian has had behavioural issues that prohibits him from attending high school. The school refuses to reconsider and he’s been home schooled. In elementary school, He had an extensive history from disrupting class, property damage, skipping school, fights, bringing animals into school, detentions, suspensions, and on one occasion, he even locked his teacher in a closet with a large snake. Since we’re bringing up his elementary school records, why don’t we discuss his grades?” Uncle Garret suggested, pulling out a small stack of folders and handed them out. “Even with all those behavioral issues and missed school, Sebastian was able to maintain his grades and even set several academic records. Before his expulsion, Sebastian had skipped several grades and was placed in middle school–” “Where he hacked into the computer system, tore through the firewall, made changes to his schedule, destroyed a science lab causing over ten thousand dollars’ worth of damage, and got into a screaming match with several teachers in the cafeteria, and that was all on his first day,” Principal Miller said, interrupting him. “Sebastian has already accepted responsibility for those issues and as for the last, I believe he was coming to the defense of several students that the school decided to make an example of because they didn’t have lunch money and chose to publicly humiliate them instead of showing them compassion.”
“We’re not here to discuss school policy,” the Superintendent cut in. “That’s exactly why we’re here. You’re refusing to allow Sebastian the right to a full education based on school policy,” Uncle Garret pointed out. “And virtual school will allow Sebastian to do that,” the principal said firmly. “It’s not the same,” Sebastian’s mother said. “Sebastian has more than paid for his mistakes and he’s learned from them. He’s not the same kid anymore and he deserves another chance.”
Mrs. Blaine and the secondary characters offer incredible support and unconditional love. A hilarious, witty coming of age tale. Braxton’s family was vile and materialistic.
Epilogue at the end... “You’ve gotta tell me what happened with Mikey. And Braxton, what did his family do to him? Was Mrs. Blaine able to save him? Did Mikey end up killing Jonathan? And Cole? Why does your mother’s food send people to the hospital? What happened with Chloe? Please, you can’t leave it like that!” Jamie said, not really caring that she was begging the man that was the key to her future, not when she had so many unanswered questions.
Resigning herself to spending the rest of her life wondering what happened, but… She wanted to know what happened with Mikey, damn it.
That makes two of us, I eagerly await the next instalment. Truly charming.
Bradford Family Tree
Timothy and Regan Bradford’s children are:
1. Jared, married Megan, their son is Jason Bradford, (m. Haley) father of Cole, Elizabeth, Joshua, and Hunter
2. Sarah, passed away. Her son is Trevor who married Zoe, and fathered, Jonathan, Sebastian, Mathew, and Jessica.
3. Ethan, married Mary, and their children are, Duncan (m. Necie), Danny (m. Jodi), Lucifer (m. Rebecca), Kenzie (m. Roger), Arik, Garrett, Reese (m. Kasey, child Mikey, two sets of twin boys), Darrin (m. Marybeth, triplet girls), and Aidan (m. Melanie, one son)
4. Mark married Jessie, sons are Reed (m. Joey) and Matt.
5. Ryan, married Amanda, their children are, Eric and Theo.
6. Shane, married Caylee, son is Devin (m. Charlie) children are Abbi and Dustin.
7. Thomas, married Heather, daughter is Nikki.
The James Family
(Cousins to the Bradfords)
Raised by Wes and Beth Bradford:
David James, divorced, raised children by himself, Rory (m. Connor, two children), Bryce, Johnny, Craig, Brian, and Sean.
Fourteen year-old Sebastian and Mikey, the younger version of themselves. Sebastian is selfless. Mikey, is Sebastian’s best friend and staunchest ally. His father’s cousin married her mum. They’re not related. The rest of the family considers her part of the family, but he does not, she’s his best friend.
Mr. Rose looked at her book report, to her, as he reached for the red pen only to reconsider and grabbed the thick red marker instead. A moment, and two more bewildered looks in her direction “Mikey, can I talk to you for a moment?” Since she knew that this wasn’t going to end well, at least, not for her, Mikey cleared her throat and decided to go with a hopeful smile as she grabbed her bag and got to her feet as she said, “I can explain?” while the rest of the class filed out of the room, several of her friends throwing her pitying looks as they went. “I’m sure you can,” Mr. Rose murmured as he gestured toward the paper covered in red marker. “Did you read the book, Mikey?” “I don’t think that it would be in my best interest to answer that question,” she said, nodding solemnly. “Probably not,” Mr. Rose murmured absently as he turned her book report over and skimmed the back before saying, “You didn’t explain how the book ended.” “I didn’t want to ruin the ending for you,” Mikey said with a sad shake of her head and a heartfelt sigh that had him chuckling. “That’s very considerate of you,” he drawled. “I try,” Mikey said, nodding solemnly. “Can I ask you something?” Mr. Rose asked, leaning back in his chair as he considered her for a moment. “Just as long as it doesn’t end with a call to my parents,” she said, making his lips twitch. “Why are you failing my class?” “Because you don’t accept bribes,” Mikey said, making him chuckle as he pushed his chair back and headed toward the bookshelves overflowing with books that Sebastian would probably kill to get his hands on. He’d probably like this class, Mikey thought absently as she watched Mr. Rose search through the bookshelves. “I can see how that would be a problem,” Mr. Rose murmured as he paused when he came to a thick black book on the bottom shelf. “It really is,” Mikey said, nodding solemnly.
“You have a choice, you’re not going to like it,” Mr. Rose warned her.
“Probably not,” Mikey murmured in agreement.
“Let me ask you something first, what were you hoping for when you handed in that book report?” “That it would bring tears of joy to your eyes when you read it,” Mikey said, nodding solemnly. “It came close,” he said, matching her nod with one of his own.
She’d treated everything within reach as a baseball and after several unfortunate incidents that had ended with two broken windows, her mother flinching anytime she reached for her sippy cup, and the mailman refusing to deliver their mail if she was home, her mother bought her a toddler-sized baseball glove and a tennis ball. That had quickly led to her mother banning balls in the house, begging the T-ball coach to let her play even though she’d only been three at the time and her obsession with everything baseball. She played every chance she got, begged everyone that made the mistake of making eye contact with her to play catch, and quickly learned to apologize for any and all unfortunate accidents that happened as a result. As the years passed, one thing became clear, she was meant to play baseball. It was the only thing that she wanted to do. After she’d accidently sent Reese to the hospital with a fastball, she’d expected her mom to put an end to her dreams. What she hadn’t expected was for Reese to work with her and show her how to control her aim better. Once he’d married her mom, they’d moved closer to his family and she’d finally found a team that would let her play.
There’s a Bradford curse involving Sebastian’s great-grandparents growing up on neighbouring estates, taking immense satisfaction from tormenting and making each other’s lives a living hell. They didn’t see each other again until they were both forced to attend the same ball and were mesmerised with each other. Realising each other’s identity, they were furious. They continued antagonising each other and fell in love in the process. Since then, every Bradford has met the same fate. Sebastian knew better than to tell her anything that she could use to torture him with later, and he knew damn well that she would torture him if she ever found out more about the Bradford curse.
“Did he tell you that Bradfords don’t propose?”
“No, he didn’t get to that part yet,”
“Then I got here just in time,” Jonathan said, taking his time finishing off his hot dog as Sebastian sat there, contemplating killing the little bastard.
“Why don’t they propose?”
“Because if they’re thinking clearly enough to propose then they’re not really in love,” “So, no Bradford has ever proposed?”
“There have been a few…”
“What happened?”
“It didn’t end well, they ended in disaster before they even made it to the altar. Uncle Eric tried, but ended up dumping his fiancée at the dinner rehearsal.”
“Wait. Uncle Eric dumped Aunt Morgan at the wedding rehearsal?”
“No, Uncle Eric was engaged before he married Aunt Morgan, which brings us to rule number two, Bradfords elope. Or it ends in divorce. They also don’t go on honeymoons until after the first year.”
“But my mom and Reese went on a honeymoon right after they got married,” Mikey pointed out.
“And how did that end?” even though they all knew how it ended. Badly. Uncle Reese ended up trying to surprise Aunt Kasey with a trip to the Bahamas, which ended with them both being detained by customs, losing all their luggage, losing their original resort reservations and ended up getting kicked out in the middle of the night from the only motel they’d been able to find a room, and somehow ended up spending the night in jail. Blinking, Mikey whispered, “We do not speak of it.” Nodding, Jonathan said, “Exactly”.
Okay, so Bradfords don’t propose, they don’t have traditional weddings, and they can’t go on honeymoons until a year after they get married, is that it?” Mikey asked, pursing her lips up as she thought it over while Sebastian sent Jonathan a look that told him that he’d better keep his mouth shut. With a mouthed, “I won’t tell,” and a wink in Sebastian’s direction, Jonathan climbed off the chaise lounge with a nod and an absently mumbled, “Pretty much,” that had Mikey frowning as she glanced back at Cole, who was sitting off to the side, glaring at the house next door. “That doesn’t make sense,” Mikey said, gesturing to Cole as she looked back at Jonathan. “What does this so-called curse have to do with Jessica calling that girl Cole’s future wife?” “Does she live next door?” Jonathan asked, making a show of studying his nails as Sebastian shook his head, vowing to kill the little bastard if he said another word. “Yes, why?”
“Just a lucky guess,”
“Oh, I almost forgot something,”
“What’s that?” Mikey absently asked as she opened her book and settled in to read right around the time that Sebastian found himself moving, desperate to get to his brother before he could screw him over and– “Bradfords only marry their neighbors”.
Mikey’s father died of cancer before he was sixteen, leaving her mum pregnant at fifteen years old. They’d all expected her to end up like her grandmother, but her mother refused to do that. She got her GED, worked multiple jobs, exhaustively working to make her cooking website a success. She married the man of her dreams, has five wonderful children, Mikey most especially being the favourite–her website is highly successful, and now, she has a catering company that’s in high demand.
Sebastian’s mother grew up in foster care, ran away when she was fifteen. She finished school, put herself through college, and after struggling to make it on her own, she fell in love with his father, is happily married, and has her own business. It all worked out. His father, managed to get his act together after dropping out of school and earned his GED. He’s confident that his mother lost a bet and had to marry him.
“I’m sitting right here,” his father, who had been kind enough to take the day off to drive them so that they could take the test, bit out, drawing their attention. Sebastian, “I know.” “There was no bet,” his father said, narrowing his eyes dangerously on him. “Your mother loves and adores me and cried tears of joy when I married her.”
“Are you sure they were tears of joy?” Mikey asked with a sympathetic wince that had his father’s lips twitching. “You kids are brutal,” his father said, chuckling.
“And you knew this,” Mikey said.
Sebastian has had behavioural issues that prohibits him from attending high school. The school refuses to reconsider and he’s been home schooled. In elementary school, He had an extensive history from disrupting class, property damage, skipping school, fights, bringing animals into school, detentions, suspensions, and on one occasion, he even locked his teacher in a closet with a large snake. Since we’re bringing up his elementary school records, why don’t we discuss his grades?” Uncle Garret suggested, pulling out a small stack of folders and handed them out. “Even with all those behavioral issues and missed school, Sebastian was able to maintain his grades and even set several academic records. Before his expulsion, Sebastian had skipped several grades and was placed in middle school–” “Where he hacked into the computer system, tore through the firewall, made changes to his schedule, destroyed a science lab causing over ten thousand dollars’ worth of damage, and got into a screaming match with several teachers in the cafeteria, and that was all on his first day,” Principal Miller said, interrupting him. “Sebastian has already accepted responsibility for those issues and as for the last, I believe he was coming to the defense of several students that the school decided to make an example of because they didn’t have lunch money and chose to publicly humiliate them instead of showing them compassion.”
“We’re not here to discuss school policy,” the Superintendent cut in. “That’s exactly why we’re here. You’re refusing to allow Sebastian the right to a full education based on school policy,” Uncle Garret pointed out. “And virtual school will allow Sebastian to do that,” the principal said firmly. “It’s not the same,” Sebastian’s mother said. “Sebastian has more than paid for his mistakes and he’s learned from them. He’s not the same kid anymore and he deserves another chance.”
Mrs. Blaine and the secondary characters offer incredible support and unconditional love. A hilarious, witty coming of age tale. Braxton’s family was vile and materialistic.
Epilogue at the end... “You’ve gotta tell me what happened with Mikey. And Braxton, what did his family do to him? Was Mrs. Blaine able to save him? Did Mikey end up killing Jonathan? And Cole? Why does your mother’s food send people to the hospital? What happened with Chloe? Please, you can’t leave it like that!” Jamie said, not really caring that she was begging the man that was the key to her future, not when she had so many unanswered questions.
Resigning herself to spending the rest of her life wondering what happened, but… She wanted to know what happened with Mikey, damn it.
That makes two of us, I eagerly await the next instalment. Truly charming.
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December 29, 2020
I found myself laughing so much while reading this one. There is just something about Sebastian and Mikey and their relationship that is sweet. They both support and antagonize each other, but their friendship is rock solid. I think that was proven by their essays. I like that their families don't try to hamper them too much, more just go with the flow. And much like the reporter (loved that twist) I really want to know more about this couple and all the other kids, want to see more high jinxs that they all get into.
April 14, 2021
can't wait for the next one!
December 17, 2020
I love R.L. Mathewson's books. I literally read this book this morning in 4 hours.
I would give it 5 stars, if not for the ADHD in me needing to know all of the answers to the questions that Jamie posed now! Like, are we going to glimpse Mickey and Sebastian as adults. Will we know any of the answers as to how their lives turn out? Can you tell I am an impatient reader who legitimately has ADHD? lol. I tend to read about the first 1/3 of a book, then the last 5 chapters, and then finish the book if it is good. Often times, I can wait to read the middle portion now that I know how it ends. Not with this book! While I did read in my typical order, I had to finish every sentence in order to get on with my day, and still, I want to know how things end up in the future for them. I am hoping that if they don't get an adult book to update us that they will show up in her chronicles. Can't wait for the next YA and Adult Neighbor from Hell book.
I would give it 5 stars, if not for the ADHD in me needing to know all of the answers to the questions that Jamie posed now! Like, are we going to glimpse Mickey and Sebastian as adults. Will we know any of the answers as to how their lives turn out? Can you tell I am an impatient reader who legitimately has ADHD? lol. I tend to read about the first 1/3 of a book, then the last 5 chapters, and then finish the book if it is good. Often times, I can wait to read the middle portion now that I know how it ends. Not with this book! While I did read in my typical order, I had to finish every sentence in order to get on with my day, and still, I want to know how things end up in the future for them. I am hoping that if they don't get an adult book to update us that they will show up in her chronicles. Can't wait for the next YA and Adult Neighbor from Hell book.
December 15, 2020
Yay for the baby Neighboaurs!
Absolutely loved getting to know Sebastian, Mikey and all the kids.
Sebastian is such a selfless kid, I was seriously impressed.
Mikey is hilarious, as in SO HILARIOUS I CAN’T.
These two are giving all the other Neighbours a run for their money.
An added bonus were Cole and Chloe, and especially Chloe’s little sister Katie, who is even more vicious than all the Bradfords combined!
The only reason why the book is 3.5 stars is because of the lack of formatting. The chapters aren’t marked and sometimes even start at on the same page, which really annoyed me when I needed to go back to an earlier chapter to check something.
Absolutely loved getting to know Sebastian, Mikey and all the kids.
Sebastian is such a selfless kid, I was seriously impressed.
Mikey is hilarious, as in SO HILARIOUS I CAN’T.
These two are giving all the other Neighbours a run for their money.
An added bonus were Cole and Chloe, and especially Chloe’s little sister Katie, who is even more vicious than all the Bradfords combined!
The only reason why the book is 3.5 stars is because of the lack of formatting. The chapters aren’t marked and sometimes even start at on the same page, which really annoyed me when I needed to go back to an earlier chapter to check something.
December 17, 2020
oh I love the Bradfords!
And now it's the next generation, this story had me spell bound form the start, i couldn't put it down, it was lovely to read about Sebastian and Mikey about how it is all starting, spoiler alert!! its not over yet, i give this story 5 Bradford stars *****
And now it's the next generation, this story had me spell bound form the start, i couldn't put it down, it was lovely to read about Sebastian and Mikey about how it is all starting, spoiler alert!! its not over yet, i give this story 5 Bradford stars *****
July 23, 2021
~My Thoughts~
Have been a fan of R.L. Mathewson for a couple of years now and I was hesitant to read her YA because I wanted to get a sense of what the book was about and like a person ready to read it but doesn't want the author to ruin her characters I read the reviews. I know, I know that was dumb to read the reviews, but not all reviews are positive and sometimes they rant about the books. I kept up with the "Neighbor from hell" series and wanted to know more about the young adult who follows and in this book you follow not only Sebastian and Mikey but also Cole and his relationship with his neighbor. The NFH series gave you an understanding of how the men in the Bradford are but Sebastian is still young and he knows who he has to keep his eye on before she notices the Bradford curse. This book touches on the next generation of Bradford's and what might be next to come? (I want to say because I don't believe that the Neighbor from Hell is over because it was left open with other couples and she left room here to introduce more characters by chance?)
While you have most of the characters from the NFH series, you also have the next generation of Bradford.
One issue that I did have throughout this book was the school system sucks. While I understand there should be issues it's one of those that you're like that not fair!
I don't know when the series will end I hope that when it does it goes adult because I want to know who ends up with who.
~Story~
This is not a spoiler because this is just the prologue this journalist confesses while riding an elevator with a stranger that she wants to interview Sebastian Branford and she will bribe her way into getting an interview all while riding an elevator and not knowing who Sebastian Branford is or what he does. This interview can be a change for her and Sebastian gives her a chance, low and behold the guy in the elevator is none other than him. All you know is that Sebastian Branford runs a company and you don't know what it is but he is successful. The story unfolds a little after Sebastian's parent's argument from Fire & Brimstone I believe. This is where the story unfolds and you get his perspective of why he did what he did and it's been three years from the time that he made that decision to when the story takes place and you see how he is handling his decision. (This decision that he made is a big spoiler soooooo I don't want to give it away.) Because of the decision that he made, his parents are worried and that leads to therapy but he doesn't talk about his issues with his therapist, or his parents or his brother the only person he really talks to is Mikey. From Sebastian's point of view, he feels he is tip-toeing the line, and even though he is a preteen he feels pressured. You get the perspective of Sebastian, Mikey, Cole, and Chole, even though Sebastian is the main protagonist. It doesn't really say what age they are but this is before they are entering high school for Sebastian and Mikey, while Cole and Chole are in high school already.
~Characters~
The way this Mathewson wrote the book makes Sebastian feel like he is an adult living in a preteen body but it's understandable considering that the author made him smart enough to pass several grades but somehow he gets caught in his mischief. He believes that he fucked up his life and he is trying to make it right.
Mikey just wants to play baseball and in school, this is her chance where she can be part of her school team. She believes that making it into this team will be a doorway into the rest of her school life.
Cole and Chole feel a little like a side storyline and are focusing on ( yes!!!!) being neighbors and how they interact with each other. I love how they are introduced into this book, let me just ruin for you, Cole is being beaten up by Chole's little sister because Cole didn't pay for the lemonade. From there, their interaction becomes memorable per se.
Braxton: Now he is one of those characters that Sebastian doesn't really like and will not tell Mikey why. you don't really get his point of view but you do get his mindset because of what he believes and he interacts with Mikey because he isn't sure about the rest of the family. The reason I mention this character is because not only is he part of the sub-plot, but he makes Sebastian see there is more than meets the eye with Braxton.
Have been a fan of R.L. Mathewson for a couple of years now and I was hesitant to read her YA because I wanted to get a sense of what the book was about and like a person ready to read it but doesn't want the author to ruin her characters I read the reviews. I know, I know that was dumb to read the reviews, but not all reviews are positive and sometimes they rant about the books. I kept up with the "Neighbor from hell" series and wanted to know more about the young adult who follows and in this book you follow not only Sebastian and Mikey but also Cole and his relationship with his neighbor. The NFH series gave you an understanding of how the men in the Bradford are but Sebastian is still young and he knows who he has to keep his eye on before she notices the Bradford curse. This book touches on the next generation of Bradford's and what might be next to come? (I want to say because I don't believe that the Neighbor from Hell is over because it was left open with other couples and she left room here to introduce more characters by chance?)
While you have most of the characters from the NFH series, you also have the next generation of Bradford.
One issue that I did have throughout this book was the school system sucks. While I understand there should be issues it's one of those that you're like that not fair!
I don't know when the series will end I hope that when it does it goes adult because I want to know who ends up with who.
~Story~
This is not a spoiler because this is just the prologue this journalist confesses while riding an elevator with a stranger that she wants to interview Sebastian Branford and she will bribe her way into getting an interview all while riding an elevator and not knowing who Sebastian Branford is or what he does. This interview can be a change for her and Sebastian gives her a chance, low and behold the guy in the elevator is none other than him. All you know is that Sebastian Branford runs a company and you don't know what it is but he is successful. The story unfolds a little after Sebastian's parent's argument from Fire & Brimstone I believe. This is where the story unfolds and you get his perspective of why he did what he did and it's been three years from the time that he made that decision to when the story takes place and you see how he is handling his decision. (This decision that he made is a big spoiler soooooo I don't want to give it away.) Because of the decision that he made, his parents are worried and that leads to therapy but he doesn't talk about his issues with his therapist, or his parents or his brother the only person he really talks to is Mikey. From Sebastian's point of view, he feels he is tip-toeing the line, and even though he is a preteen he feels pressured. You get the perspective of Sebastian, Mikey, Cole, and Chole, even though Sebastian is the main protagonist. It doesn't really say what age they are but this is before they are entering high school for Sebastian and Mikey, while Cole and Chole are in high school already.
~Characters~
The way this Mathewson wrote the book makes Sebastian feel like he is an adult living in a preteen body but it's understandable considering that the author made him smart enough to pass several grades but somehow he gets caught in his mischief. He believes that he fucked up his life and he is trying to make it right.
Mikey just wants to play baseball and in school, this is her chance where she can be part of her school team. She believes that making it into this team will be a doorway into the rest of her school life.
Cole and Chole feel a little like a side storyline and are focusing on ( yes!!!!) being neighbors and how they interact with each other. I love how they are introduced into this book, let me just ruin for you, Cole is being beaten up by Chole's little sister because Cole didn't pay for the lemonade. From there, their interaction becomes memorable per se.
Braxton: Now he is one of those characters that Sebastian doesn't really like and will not tell Mikey why. you don't really get his point of view but you do get his mindset because of what he believes and he interacts with Mikey because he isn't sure about the rest of the family. The reason I mention this character is because not only is he part of the sub-plot, but he makes Sebastian see there is more than meets the eye with Braxton.
December 23, 2020
Great bradford story
I loved mikeys nd sebstians story i just wished it that chloe and cole's story wasnt included in this story. I am looking forward to reading what happens next. I will always be a huge bradford fan
I loved mikeys nd sebstians story i just wished it that chloe and cole's story wasnt included in this story. I am looking forward to reading what happens next. I will always be a huge bradford fan
January 25, 2021
Could not have LOVED this book more.
Soooo goood.
And as for kicking off the Bradford Next Generation w (the beginning of) Sebastian and Mikey’s story, while at the same time teasing Cole & Chloe’s?Freakin’ genius.
Want more.
Need more.
Must. Have. More!
Soooo goood.
And as for kicking off the Bradford Next Generation w (the beginning of) Sebastian and Mikey’s story, while at the same time teasing Cole & Chloe’s?Freakin’ genius.
Want more.
Need more.
Must. Have. More!
December 17, 2020
I absolutely love the books by R.L. Mathewson but I really didn't like this book...it starts in the present when Sebastian Bradford meets a journalist and he tells her his childhood story as part of an interview and basically that's it ...the whole book is about his childhood without any glimpses of connection between the past and the present...there is no explanation as to why he decided to tell this journalist specifically his story even though he is known not to be willing to give interviews, basically I really didn’t get the concept of the book....
October 23, 2022
Clean YA romance. Sweet and funny.
There were some pieces of the backstory that didn’t make sense and I was a little confused about all the characters and how they related to each other.
I really enjoyed the dialogue and the youthful banter.
I was pulled right in to the emotions and the connection of the relationship and loved how the author built the intensity while keeping it PG.
Violence. No sex. Mild language.
There were some pieces of the backstory that didn’t make sense and I was a little confused about all the characters and how they related to each other.
I really enjoyed the dialogue and the youthful banter.
I was pulled right in to the emotions and the connection of the relationship and loved how the author built the intensity while keeping it PG.
Violence. No sex. Mild language.
April 30, 2024
Clearly Ms. Mathewson enjoys playing with her readers…
Alright…so I was warned, I knew what I was walking into but yet I just kept going. Why? Why did I do that? Because I’m a die-hard Ms. Mathewson and NFH fan? Yes…yes, that absolutely must be it because normally I would not go into a series that isn’t already completely published yet. I knew this. Yet I still did it anyway.
And you know what? Mikey and Sebastian’s story is as good as I wanted it to be…It’s just going slower than I wanted it to…yet I’ve enjoyed the whole experience so far 😝. And of COURSE I’m also invested in Cole and Chloe’s story now…and Braxton I want to see what happens with him (poor kid—sucky family 😔). Mrs. Blaine is still alive and awesome as usual and you also get to see the original Bradfords and their families: 🥹🥹🥹.
ANYway…not to give too much away but also let all the fans and readers know about a few things:
This story/series actually starts out in the future when Sebastian is an adult and it is based on the perspective of a woman named Jamie who is a starving journalist wanting to land an exclusive interview with the (implied-wealthy-and-somewhat-famous Sebastian Bradford). It starts out in Jamie’s (3rd person) perspective but then dives into the (3rd person) perspectives of Sebastian, Mikey, Cole and Chloe throughout the book.
So at first you’re not sure what’s going on because you’re expecting teenage Sebastian or Mikey as the starting perspective…but don’t worry—it’s a little different but hang in there because it gets good! 🙏🏻😁
The book DOES end on a cliffhanger, folks. Which I loathe. With a passion. With the UTMOST passion. Yet I knew this and am going to walk right into the next release in this series because I MUST find out what happens…*shakes head sadly*.
It does not have the usual 🌶️🌶️🌶️ level, but because you’re so invested in the story and characters you get past the lack of the spice level you’re used to by Mathewson and the NFH books 🤪😁😝. I understand these ARE YA books so I know the 🌶️ (spice) must be controlled…but I also remember being in high school and my 🌶️ was OUT OF CONTROL (in my imagination anyway 🤪🤣…Was never actually brave enough to go up to any REAL male specimens to do anything about all the FEELINGS I was feeling 🔥😮💨 *fans self*).
That all being said. Read the book. Read the whole series. Even if it isn’t published yet because nobody should be tortured alone—we need company *nods head firmly*. That is all.
Alright…so I was warned, I knew what I was walking into but yet I just kept going. Why? Why did I do that? Because I’m a die-hard Ms. Mathewson and NFH fan? Yes…yes, that absolutely must be it because normally I would not go into a series that isn’t already completely published yet. I knew this. Yet I still did it anyway.
And you know what? Mikey and Sebastian’s story is as good as I wanted it to be…It’s just going slower than I wanted it to…yet I’ve enjoyed the whole experience so far 😝. And of COURSE I’m also invested in Cole and Chloe’s story now…and Braxton I want to see what happens with him (poor kid—sucky family 😔). Mrs. Blaine is still alive and awesome as usual and you also get to see the original Bradfords and their families: 🥹🥹🥹.
ANYway…not to give too much away but also let all the fans and readers know about a few things:
This story/series actually starts out in the future when Sebastian is an adult and it is based on the perspective of a woman named Jamie who is a starving journalist wanting to land an exclusive interview with the (implied-wealthy-and-somewhat-famous Sebastian Bradford). It starts out in Jamie’s (3rd person) perspective but then dives into the (3rd person) perspectives of Sebastian, Mikey, Cole and Chloe throughout the book.
So at first you’re not sure what’s going on because you’re expecting teenage Sebastian or Mikey as the starting perspective…but don’t worry—it’s a little different but hang in there because it gets good! 🙏🏻😁
The book DOES end on a cliffhanger, folks. Which I loathe. With a passion. With the UTMOST passion. Yet I knew this and am going to walk right into the next release in this series because I MUST find out what happens…*shakes head sadly*.
It does not have the usual 🌶️🌶️🌶️ level, but because you’re so invested in the story and characters you get past the lack of the spice level you’re used to by Mathewson and the NFH books 🤪😁😝. I understand these ARE YA books so I know the 🌶️ (spice) must be controlled…but I also remember being in high school and my 🌶️ was OUT OF CONTROL (in my imagination anyway 🤪🤣…Was never actually brave enough to go up to any REAL male specimens to do anything about all the FEELINGS I was feeling 🔥😮💨 *fans self*).
That all being said. Read the book. Read the whole series. Even if it isn’t published yet because nobody should be tortured alone—we need company *nods head firmly*. That is all.
December 20, 2020
When it comes to genre, there are two kinds that can be focused on in this book.
Unlike many other romance books that started off with a young love, there was no time skip that happened after some serious drama, such as the main heroine becoming pregnant or some kind of misunderstanding that occurred. So, it was not that much of a surprise to find out how the ending was made. I'm still a bit lost when it comes to the ending, but I think it suggests a sequel when it comes to Mikey and Sebastian's story. To clarify, not lost as in what happened , but just lost as in is she going to continue with Mikey and Sebastian?
My favorite part of their relationship is the amount of trust they have in each other. Of course, the humor and banter that they exchange on practically a daily basis makes it better, but really, when it comes down to it, I find how comfortable they are with each other made a solid foundation.
When it comes to being the book being young adult, the story mainly focuses on Sebastian and the reasons for his actions and behavior. Though there were other things going on, the book mainly focused on that. I do have to say that it did it really well too. It was practically guiding you through his reasoning, actions, and feelings on the matter. In this case, there was a little bit of character development, where Sebastian learned that he did not have to shoulder everything by himself, though it did happen at the very end. How Sebastian and Mikey navigated their problems took up most of the book. I didn't mind that though. It showed their thought process and how they dealt with things.
Overall, I really liked this book, and it was worth the read. If there is a continuation of Mikey and Sebastian's story, then I'm definitely reading it.
Unlike many other romance books that started off with a young love, there was no time skip that happened after some serious drama, such as the main heroine becoming pregnant or some kind of misunderstanding that occurred. So, it was not that much of a surprise to find out how the ending was made. I'm still a bit lost when it comes to the ending, but I think it suggests a sequel when it comes to Mikey and Sebastian's story. To clarify, not lost as in what happened , but just lost as in is she going to continue with Mikey and Sebastian?
My favorite part of their relationship is the amount of trust they have in each other. Of course, the humor and banter that they exchange on practically a daily basis makes it better, but really, when it comes down to it, I find how comfortable they are with each other made a solid foundation.
When it comes to being the book being young adult, the story mainly focuses on Sebastian and the reasons for his actions and behavior. Though there were other things going on, the book mainly focused on that. I do have to say that it did it really well too. It was practically guiding you through his reasoning, actions, and feelings on the matter. In this case, there was a little bit of character development, where Sebastian learned that he did not have to shoulder everything by himself, though it did happen at the very end. How Sebastian and Mikey navigated their problems took up most of the book. I didn't mind that though. It showed their thought process and how they dealt with things.
Overall, I really liked this book, and it was worth the read. If there is a continuation of Mikey and Sebastian's story, then I'm definitely reading it.
January 19, 2021
From the moment Sebastian Bradford met Mikey Campbell they were best friends. Sebastian and Mikey have a connection that is unparalleled and both confide in one another. Mikey is the only one that knows what Sebastian did to help his family, but he is unsettled and has ruined his own chances to get into a school for higher learning which is why Sebastian is home schooled and bored. The only bright spot is Mikey.
Mikey has her own challenges though, she is a fantastic ball player but when she tries out for the team she is yet again overlooked. Both Mikey and Sebastian want to help one another but they are also both stubborn and intent on fixing things themselves. This is the story of two friends who are beginning to grow up and face challenges that could potentially tear them apart or make these two closer then ever.
Loved this, I wouldn't necessarily call it a romance but you can see that they are soul mates. I have been waiting for what was burdening Sebastian and I felt that he really was a good kid who just kept it close. Throw in the fact that Mikey and Sebastian are growing up and as per normal kids they find themselves getting into trouble because they have no boundaries. Really good beginning to new series.
Mikey has her own challenges though, she is a fantastic ball player but when she tries out for the team she is yet again overlooked. Both Mikey and Sebastian want to help one another but they are also both stubborn and intent on fixing things themselves. This is the story of two friends who are beginning to grow up and face challenges that could potentially tear them apart or make these two closer then ever.
Loved this, I wouldn't necessarily call it a romance but you can see that they are soul mates. I have been waiting for what was burdening Sebastian and I felt that he really was a good kid who just kept it close. Throw in the fact that Mikey and Sebastian are growing up and as per normal kids they find themselves getting into trouble because they have no boundaries. Really good beginning to new series.
December 17, 2020
Cliffhanger. Hysterical and emotional.
Cliffhanger
Part of a larger series
Told from 4 POVs (two stories happening at one time)
I am obsessed with this author and this series so when I saw this book come out I had to buy it. This one focuses on their children, and follow the same neighbor theme.
Sebastian and Mikey have been best friends for years. They are also neighbors. Mikey is obsessed with baseball and Sebastian is obsessed with books. They are total opposites but they make each other happy.
This book contains the normal hilarity when it comes to food and banter, but it also had really emotional moments and I found myself tearing up.
I don’t want to give too much away but this book is told as a memory from the past for an interview Sebastian is giving. The books ends before the interview does which is why I say it’s a cliffhanger. I’m unsure if the next book will still be about Sebastian and Mikey or if it will transition to Cole and Chloe who are also starting their story in this book.
Either way I’m gonna need the next book to come out immoderately. I need to know what the future holds for both of these couples!!!!
Cliffhanger
Part of a larger series
Told from 4 POVs (two stories happening at one time)
I am obsessed with this author and this series so when I saw this book come out I had to buy it. This one focuses on their children, and follow the same neighbor theme.
Sebastian and Mikey have been best friends for years. They are also neighbors. Mikey is obsessed with baseball and Sebastian is obsessed with books. They are total opposites but they make each other happy.
This book contains the normal hilarity when it comes to food and banter, but it also had really emotional moments and I found myself tearing up.
I don’t want to give too much away but this book is told as a memory from the past for an interview Sebastian is giving. The books ends before the interview does which is why I say it’s a cliffhanger. I’m unsure if the next book will still be about Sebastian and Mikey or if it will transition to Cole and Chloe who are also starting their story in this book.
Either way I’m gonna need the next book to come out immoderately. I need to know what the future holds for both of these couples!!!!
December 17, 2020
For people with ending anxiety: expect a cliffhanger. Other people may say otherwise but this is a 5 series book. Do you really think the 1st book would hold a satisfactory ending?
They're both 14 here too so technically it's a LONGGGG prologue. Nothing really was answered except for why was Sebastian home schooled. Or wait no, it was not explained what caused it unless you read the previous chronicles and do some thinking of your own. Then glue that with the crumbs this book gives you.
This also could use better editing, chapters are sometimes messy. Cole's story was in here too, which I would prefer if Sebastian and Mikey's parts weren't so slow. Making me lose interest in Cole and Chloe because I want to know what happened next to the couple I originally bought this book for!
What sucks more is that this author writes a lot of series at the same time so expect some books to be pushed back. You have to wait years for this one to be done. If you can handle it, I suggest to wait it out.
They're both 14 here too so technically it's a LONGGGG prologue. Nothing really was answered except for why was Sebastian home schooled. Or wait no, it was not explained what caused it unless you read the previous chronicles and do some thinking of your own. Then glue that with the crumbs this book gives you.
This also could use better editing, chapters are sometimes messy. Cole's story was in here too, which I would prefer if Sebastian and Mikey's parts weren't so slow. Making me lose interest in Cole and Chloe because I want to know what happened next to the couple I originally bought this book for!
What sucks more is that this author writes a lot of series at the same time so expect some books to be pushed back. You have to wait years for this one to be done. If you can handle it, I suggest to wait it out.
December 15, 2020
Fair warning, this is not a romance. It's just the beginning of one. The main characters are 14 year-old kids. Two side characters that had some screentime, which I think was unnecessary, were 16-year old kids. Both stories are great starting points for soulmate stories. But the romantic relationships are not present in the story. I was actually expecting 18 year old kids because of the romance aspect. But I wasn't disappointed with the story itself.
Mickey and Sebastian were absolutely adorable, together and apart. I loved their personalities, especially Mickey. Her banter was always on point. The only thing I hated was the lack of reference to their adult relationship in the epilogue. I thought we'd get a glimpse of it, but it was sorta a cliffhanger. Which I hate. That's why I deducted one star. Now, if only the author could give us a short story showing what happened to Mickey and Sebastian when they grew up, I'd be happy as a clam.
Mickey and Sebastian were absolutely adorable, together and apart. I loved their personalities, especially Mickey. Her banter was always on point. The only thing I hated was the lack of reference to their adult relationship in the epilogue. I thought we'd get a glimpse of it, but it was sorta a cliffhanger. Which I hate. That's why I deducted one star. Now, if only the author could give us a short story showing what happened to Mickey and Sebastian when they grew up, I'd be happy as a clam.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 15, 2020
Worth the wait!
Been waiting a while for Mikey and Sebastian’s story ever since she was introduced in irresistible, and this was so good!!! 💜🤣😊 That ending tho - you definitely love to tease RL! Would definitely recommend reading the series though in order to better understand it, and just because it’s so freakin’ good! Can’t wait for difficult! 💜💜
Okay, so ever since I read the very first NFH I’ve been hooked on the Bradfords and have needed to see more of them, especially the children as I’ve watched them grow up throughout the series. I love the little chronicles RL does but this was even better, seeing the continuation of all my favourite characters and their children. Trevor and Zoe’s children especially would make me laugh with their devious ways, and seeing them and their cousins (Jason and Haley’s kids) and their banter literally just made my day. 💜😍🥰😂🤣🤩
Also, little Katie is amazing 🤣 and Jonathan just doesn’t know when to quit lmao 😂
Been waiting a while for Mikey and Sebastian’s story ever since she was introduced in irresistible, and this was so good!!! 💜🤣😊 That ending tho - you definitely love to tease RL! Would definitely recommend reading the series though in order to better understand it, and just because it’s so freakin’ good! Can’t wait for difficult! 💜💜
Okay, so ever since I read the very first NFH I’ve been hooked on the Bradfords and have needed to see more of them, especially the children as I’ve watched them grow up throughout the series. I love the little chronicles RL does but this was even better, seeing the continuation of all my favourite characters and their children. Trevor and Zoe’s children especially would make me laugh with their devious ways, and seeing them and their cousins (Jason and Haley’s kids) and their banter literally just made my day. 💜😍🥰😂🤣🤩
Also, little Katie is amazing 🤣 and Jonathan just doesn’t know when to quit lmao 😂
December 17, 2020
This book is beyond good, run and get this book as fast as you can. The prefect book!
Sebastian and Mikey are best friends and neighbors and even through they are young soul mates and the cutest couple you can ever read about. As all of R.L. Mathewson's books the character, young and old, are funny, loyal, tremendous friends and just so delicious and Mikey and Sebastian are no acception this group of characters are a wonderful read for young as well as more mature reader s ( like me) you will laugh, cry get mad and cheer for these two delightful people. The bonus for me is the continuetion of the Bradford family which I fell in love with when I started reading my first book by Ms Mathewson, Perfection, that has lead me on a journey to joyfully read most of her other books. This book is so good and I could not put it down. Love it and will have to read it again...and again!
Sebastian and Mikey are best friends and neighbors and even through they are young soul mates and the cutest couple you can ever read about. As all of R.L. Mathewson's books the character, young and old, are funny, loyal, tremendous friends and just so delicious and Mikey and Sebastian are no acception this group of characters are a wonderful read for young as well as more mature reader s ( like me) you will laugh, cry get mad and cheer for these two delightful people. The bonus for me is the continuetion of the Bradford family which I fell in love with when I started reading my first book by Ms Mathewson, Perfection, that has lead me on a journey to joyfully read most of her other books. This book is so good and I could not put it down. Love it and will have to read it again...and again!
March 14, 2024
I usually loves these books
I usually love these books. I think they are cute romcoms with just the right amount of spice. I have read all of them leading up to this one. With that said, I struggled with this book and almost DNF this. I know that many books or stories need background information to help get the feel of the characters and have a better understanding of the book but, this was just way too much. I felt like I was reading a book meant for my pre-teen or teenager for the majority of it. I like that we get to see Mikey and Sébastien story play out, but the younger years could have been done in a few chapters and not as much as it was. I also was confused for the longest time why the story started the way it did the jumped to the past and stayed that long. It seemed not needed. I plan to read the next story still, but I'm hoping it is written a little bit differently.
I usually love these books. I think they are cute romcoms with just the right amount of spice. I have read all of them leading up to this one. With that said, I struggled with this book and almost DNF this. I know that many books or stories need background information to help get the feel of the characters and have a better understanding of the book but, this was just way too much. I felt like I was reading a book meant for my pre-teen or teenager for the majority of it. I like that we get to see Mikey and Sébastien story play out, but the younger years could have been done in a few chapters and not as much as it was. I also was confused for the longest time why the story started the way it did the jumped to the past and stayed that long. It seemed not needed. I plan to read the next story still, but I'm hoping it is written a little bit differently.
December 16, 2020
Awesome young adult story
Sebastian and Mikey are best friends and lives across the street. Mikey’s step dad is Sebastian cousin. Sebastian is trying to figure out how to get let back into school because homeschooling is boring him. Mikey loves baseball and anything having to do with baseball. She tries out for the baseball team at school but it’s not what she thought it would be. When Sebastian screws up again, this time it could bring Mikey down too.
I didn’t want to give anything away, that’s why it’s short. I’ll tell you though, I laughed my butt off. No major bad words and no sex scenes. But I couldn’t put it down. Mikey and Sebastian are made for each other. When I wasn’t reading it, I was thinking about what would happen next. Be warned....it does have a cliffhanger. I can’t wait for the next one!
Sebastian and Mikey are best friends and lives across the street. Mikey’s step dad is Sebastian cousin. Sebastian is trying to figure out how to get let back into school because homeschooling is boring him. Mikey loves baseball and anything having to do with baseball. She tries out for the baseball team at school but it’s not what she thought it would be. When Sebastian screws up again, this time it could bring Mikey down too.
I didn’t want to give anything away, that’s why it’s short. I’ll tell you though, I laughed my butt off. No major bad words and no sex scenes. But I couldn’t put it down. Mikey and Sebastian are made for each other. When I wasn’t reading it, I was thinking about what would happen next. Be warned....it does have a cliffhanger. I can’t wait for the next one!
January 10, 2021
Oh this book was so worth the wait. I absolutely love the Bradford family and all the characters and i could not get enough of these two. This book gave the reader a idea what kind of friendship both Mikey and Sebastian have. Makes you wish every person finds or has this type of best friend, one that they can could on no matter what.
Sebastian was a child who liked to get into lots of mischief when he was young, which really messed things up for him as a young adult. He believed he was the cause of so much going wrong, that he was not worth deserving a chance to prove that he is different. He would give up his chance of happiness for others.
This was a great eye opener to learn more about these characters + the others in the family too. I cant wait for more books about all these characters.
Sebastian was a child who liked to get into lots of mischief when he was young, which really messed things up for him as a young adult. He believed he was the cause of so much going wrong, that he was not worth deserving a chance to prove that he is different. He would give up his chance of happiness for others.
This was a great eye opener to learn more about these characters + the others in the family too. I cant wait for more books about all these characters.
January 23, 2024
ARC Review
✨Missunderstood✨
A Neighbor from hell YA Novel
By R.L. Mathewson
⭐ 5/5
✨ Second Generation
✨ Highschool Romance
✨ Young Adult
Second Generation is here
This is a prequel with some background story in the form of an interview, mostly focused on Sebastian. Why he acted the way he did and his feelings as well. A little understanding that you don't have to shoulder each and every problem, but can´t but let it happen in doing so.
How Sebastian and Mickey worked through their issues and how they dealt with their problems.
Two friends and neighbors, who each have wishes and wants in life.
I am curious if there might be a continuation to these two, because it was a bit of a cliffhanger. But there is a story about two other characters as well that were introduced.
✨Missunderstood✨
A Neighbor from hell YA Novel
By R.L. Mathewson
⭐ 5/5
✨ Second Generation
✨ Highschool Romance
✨ Young Adult
Second Generation is here
This is a prequel with some background story in the form of an interview, mostly focused on Sebastian. Why he acted the way he did and his feelings as well. A little understanding that you don't have to shoulder each and every problem, but can´t but let it happen in doing so.
How Sebastian and Mickey worked through their issues and how they dealt with their problems.
Two friends and neighbors, who each have wishes and wants in life.
I am curious if there might be a continuation to these two, because it was a bit of a cliffhanger. But there is a story about two other characters as well that were introduced.
January 30, 2024
Review by: Jennifer
(4 Stars)
A Bradford YA novel, that is taking us back to when Sebastian and Mikey are in their early teens. We first met the two as kids in Reese and Kasey's story. Even though they were just kids we could see that there was something, the annoyance, the glaring, the constant banter, add in the need for the two to be within eyesight of the other. With this story, we get the first part of what I'm assuming and hoping is Sebastian and Mikey's love story. So far, we are getting a story that takes us on a journey filled with teenage angst, baseball dreams, and school issues. There is quite a bit going on in this story, so I totally get why it's taking a second book to finish up. I'm actually wondering just how much the duo can take. I can't wait to see what happens next; I give this first part 4 stars.
(4 Stars)
A Bradford YA novel, that is taking us back to when Sebastian and Mikey are in their early teens. We first met the two as kids in Reese and Kasey's story. Even though they were just kids we could see that there was something, the annoyance, the glaring, the constant banter, add in the need for the two to be within eyesight of the other. With this story, we get the first part of what I'm assuming and hoping is Sebastian and Mikey's love story. So far, we are getting a story that takes us on a journey filled with teenage angst, baseball dreams, and school issues. There is quite a bit going on in this story, so I totally get why it's taking a second book to finish up. I'm actually wondering just how much the duo can take. I can't wait to see what happens next; I give this first part 4 stars.
December 31, 2020
It is DIFFICULT
I love the NFH series (the honeymoons are give and take). I loved Sebastian and Jonathan in the previous books, but Sebastian and Mikey are too cute together. I can't wait to read more. I started to give this a 4 because of the way it ended; NFH books never end on a cliffhanger and I was very disappointed this one did. It never said anything about a cliffhanger in the book description and when it comes to the NFH series I don't read the reviews because they are a automatic buy for me. So please if you are starting to do cliffhangers please put this information in the book's description, also please don't make us wait until the middle or end of 2021 for "Difficult", the next installment , please and thank you!😁
I love the NFH series (the honeymoons are give and take). I loved Sebastian and Jonathan in the previous books, but Sebastian and Mikey are too cute together. I can't wait to read more. I started to give this a 4 because of the way it ended; NFH books never end on a cliffhanger and I was very disappointed this one did. It never said anything about a cliffhanger in the book description and when it comes to the NFH series I don't read the reviews because they are a automatic buy for me. So please if you are starting to do cliffhangers please put this information in the book's description, also please don't make us wait until the middle or end of 2021 for "Difficult", the next installment , please and thank you!😁
April 12, 2021
I’m not one for writing reviews but I love the Neighbor from Hell series, and was so excited when I found out Mathewson was bringing out a YA version for the kids. And she didn’t disappoint! I was hooked from the first page and didn’t want to put the book down. I loved Sebastian and Mikey and this is definitely my favourite story so far, I can’t wait to read book 2!
Spoiler Alert Below
The part when Sebastian went for his interview at Latin Scribe Academy and Jason handed him Mikeys personal academic letter I was genuinely in tears.
And how they always had to be touching and and and
I just loved their relationship with each other, I am definitely emotionally invested in this story and I can’t wait to see where Mathewson takes it!
Bring on book 2!!!!!
Spoiler Alert Below
The part when Sebastian went for his interview at Latin Scribe Academy and Jason handed him Mikeys personal academic letter I was genuinely in tears.
And how they always had to be touching and and and
I just loved their relationship with each other, I am definitely emotionally invested in this story and I can’t wait to see where Mathewson takes it!
Bring on book 2!!!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 16, 2020
Seriously R. L.
I swear you live to torment us your fans. To leave it on a cliffhanger like that and it says I won’t get another book until next year! What am I going to do with my life without this the next book? We all know your sexy self is writing your little heart out but it is definitely not fast enough for me and I know it will make you happy to know you have tormented me with that ending! But I can be patient ( as I have no choice ) I just beg that you hurry before I wither away with longing! Lol definitely a five star book great for children and adults alike I laughed and cried and can’t wait for the next one! You are amazing as always!
I swear you live to torment us your fans. To leave it on a cliffhanger like that and it says I won’t get another book until next year! What am I going to do with my life without this the next book? We all know your sexy self is writing your little heart out but it is definitely not fast enough for me and I know it will make you happy to know you have tormented me with that ending! But I can be patient ( as I have no choice ) I just beg that you hurry before I wither away with longing! Lol definitely a five star book great for children and adults alike I laughed and cried and can’t wait for the next one! You are amazing as always!
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