In RITA Award-winning author Melody Carlson's light-hearted tale, 30-something Gretchen Hanover learns that renewing a heart takes as much grace as renovating a home. Jilted just before her wedding, she turns to home improvement TV-and ice cream-to soothe her broken heart. And when Gretchen's grand plan to flip a house soon flops, a certain carpenter-at first-only makes matters worse. "A delicious chick-lit entry that fans will relish."-Library Journal
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"This was an enjoyable read. It was easy to read and very predictable but it was just what I needed to distract me from the stress and chaos of life. If you are into deep and thought provoking reading this isn't for you but if you are looking for something quick and easy to read this book is great!"
— Pam (4 out of 5 stars)
" A fun, quick read. Gretchen's got some girl-power. "
— Jen, 2/18/2014" this was a cute story, it was really really great!!! melody carlson nevr disapoints "
— Nicole(crazybooklover11), 2/7/2014" This was a fun read, and it went fast! The book chronicles a woman who is flipping a house. I think the backdroup of the flip keeps the pace of the story moving. It was the perfect book to read while waiting for my dad in surgery. "
— Laura, 2/6/2014" I enjoyed reading this book. It was similar in tone to Meg Cabot's Size 14 is Not Fat. series. Pleasant uplifting read. "
— Lynda, 2/6/2014" This book is total fluff - a little better than the average fluff, probably worth 2.5 stars - but I'm not sure I want to admit I read it. And even sort of enjoyed it. I guess it's a better stress-reducer than consuming large quantities of chocolate. "
— Lisa, 2/4/2014" A fun and light read. The main character goes through the process of remodeling a home and in the course of events, ends up rearranging her own personal life as well. Heartwarming and fun! "
— Darlene, 1/31/2014" I loved this book- total quick chick lit read. Fun. "
— Lara, 1/29/2014" I picked up the book first because I love flip flops. Then I thought a semi-spoof on HGTV (I'm a recovering addict) with a spiritual twist would be a good balance of fun and meaty. And it almost was. Yet, it never really grabbed me as much as I wanted it to. Maybe a bit too chick-litty and predictable. I did stay up late to read it all in one evening/night; I think I did this because it was sufficiently entertaining since I wasn't sleepy yet I wasn't sure I'd go back to finish it during a busy week. "
— Katie, 1/28/2014" Quick, easy read. My mother would say too contrived, and she would be right. The concept of the book is cute, but the writing and story line is lame. I can't understand why other readers gave this book 4 and 5 stars. "
— Kathy, 1/16/2014" This is a really cute/fun book! Encourages me even more to go find a fixer upper and get to work! "
— Kimberly, 1/10/2014" Cute story, easy to read! "
— Lindamac, 12/14/2013Melody Carlson has published more than ninety books for children, teens, and adults. She lives in Central Oregon with her husband, where they enjoy skiing, gardening, camping, and biking in the beautiful Cascade mountains.
Danielle Ferland performed in her first Broadway musical production, Sunday in the Park with George, at the age of thirteen. She is best known for her Drama Desk-nominated role as Little Red Riding Hood in the original 1987 Broadway production of Into the Woods. She also appeared in theatrical productions of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, Sondheim’s A Little Night Music, and Moliere’s Tartuffe.