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“[A] brilliantly realized wish-fulfillment scenario in the vein of Liane Moriarty…[Himes’s] examination of how the choices we make can define who we become will resonate with readers. For anyone who ever wondered ‘What if?’”
— Booklist
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“Himes takes an intriguing look at how a simple yes could change a person’s entire life…the effort is a rewarding investigation of how all that glitters may not be gold.”
— Library Journal
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An enchanting novel about the choices we make in life and love--by turns hilarious, poignant, and nostalgic. Himes's novel will make you revisit all the "what ifs" you've ever contemplated, from fleeting encounters to almost-weddings . . . a lively debut that will strike a chord in anyone with a romantic past.
— Nicholas Sparks, author of The Notebook and See Me
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In the spirit of Lionel Shriver's The Post-Birthday World, Leigh Himes delivers a fascinating novel about the road not taken. I loved the concept and execution of this clever, thought-provoking love story.
— Elin Hilderbrand, author of The Rumor
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[A] brilliantly realized wish-fulfillment scenario in the vein of Liane Moriarty . . . [Himes's] examination of how the choices we make can define who we become will resonate with readers. For anyone who ever wondered 'What if?'
— Booklist
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Himes explores what could have been in this charming debut novel.
— Kirkus Reviews
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Himes takes an intriguing look at how a simple yes could change a person's entire life . . . the effort is a rewarding investigation of how all that glitters may not be gold.
— Library Journal
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Himes's portrait of an outsider trying to fit into a narrow new role works well; Abbey is reminiscent of the snarky Jill Weber character on Bravo's Odd Mom Out.
— Publishers Weekly
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Himes's well-constructed comic novel adds
thought-provoking depth to a charming be-careful-what-you-wish-for story.
— Shelf Awareness
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A fresh, creative love story.
— Good Housekeeping