I absolutely love to read! So a month ago when one of my blogger friends shared an opportunity with me to read and review a book for the first time I jumped on the chance. The book is called “Follow Me Home” by Jen Benjamin.
Book Description
When writer Katie Kendall moves to LA to turn her best-selling novel into a film, she is pretty sure it should be the happiest time of her life. But with an unsupportive husband who suddenly files for divorce, the paparazzi assuming she’s having a fling with the leading actor, and her friends left miles away in her old hometown, she begins to think she’s made a big mistake.
Can her new crowd of friends help her through these times? And could those paparazzi snappers have a point about that leading actor…?
About The Author
Jen Benjamin writes contemporary women’s fiction, particularly romantic comedies and chick lit novels. Jen is a newspaper writer who enjoys writing fiction when she takes a break from writing facts. She lives in Oklahoma with her husband, daughter and several pets. When she isn’t writing, Jen enjoys photography, reading, and playing the violin. She used to play the violin for a church and various other events, but now just plays for her own enjoyment.
Follow Me Home is Jen Benjamin’s debut novel. It is a fun, feel-good book with a main character that many young women will identify with. It is a witty, compelling and enjoyable read that will leave its audience guessing until the end.
Book Review
I really enjoyed reading this book! It was the perfect book for me to enjoy on a recent 3 hour flight. The author was able to catch my attention from the very first page. It was an easy to read book that left me smiling and feeling good. The plot was quite unique compared to other women lit novels I have read in the past and kept me on my toes wanting to know what was going to happen next.
The book is set up to read like the main character is writing in her personal diary; reflecting on events of the days past. I found the main character Katie to be both funny and relatable. Almost like I was reading the diary of one of my good friends. One of the things I especially loved about the character of Katie is that she wasn’t afraid to work hard towards reaching her goals and is empowering to women every where. She’s able to dedicate her time to both her career, friends, and newly budding relationship.
My favorite part of the book would have to be following along with Katie as she explores her options in suitors; deciding what she wants out of a relationship and taking the plunge. The author really let’s you get inside Katie’s head as she weighs the pros and cons of starting a new relationship and considering what other’s will think of her for it. It felt very honest and relatable despite the character being a bit of a celebrity.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a feel good book in the chick lit genre. It was great to keep me occupied during a flight but would also make a fantastic beach or relaxing weekend read. Honestly the only negative thing I could say is that I wish the book had been longer so it didn’t have to end.
I’m giving a 4.5 out of 5 starts!
If you are interested in reading the book you can find it on Amazon here where you can get it in either the paperback or e-reader edition for a very reasonable price.
Thanks for reading,
Sarah@TeamMomLife
* I did receive a free e-book copy of the book in exchange for writing this review. However, all opinions of the book are one hundred percent mine.
I absolutely love reading too. Great book review. Im currently reading John Le Carre’s The Night Manager and highly recommend it #KCACOLS
I will definitely have to check out that book. Always nice to meet a fellow book worn. Thanks for reading and commenting!
This sounds right up my street! I love reading at 3am when the kids wake up and the only way to get them back to slee most nights is to sit there. Really great review! KCACOLS
It’s one of my favorite things to do when I can’t fall asleep or get some free time. Thanks for reading and commenting!
I’ve tried not to read too much of your review because I am hoping to also review this book soon and don’t want to spoil it 🙂 It sounds really good from the blurb! I also love the cover, hehe. #TriedTested
That’s great! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
Sounds like a really easy read- Im gonna check it out 🙂
Thanks for the review.
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It really was! Thanks for commeting 🙂
I read so little these days but I love the idea of a happy feel good book so this sound great.
Thanks for sharing your review on #TriedTested this week x
I don’t get a lot of time to either. But this was perfect for a plane ride. Thanks for commenting!
I love it when a good book comes along! It sounds like a good read. This is only my to read list! Thanks for linking up to #EatSleepBlogRt
Thanks for hosting! It really was a good book. Thanks for commenting.
Love a good book, especially an nice upbeat easy read. Currently reading Always With Love by Giovanna Fletcher 🙂 #KCACOLS
I’ll have to check that one out. I’ always looking for a good book.
I wish I still had the time to read! This sounds lovely! #KCACOLS
I know I went a little crazy on vacation because my parents were around to help watch my little one. I hadn’t read a book in so long.
I have a huge list of books to read when I finally find time to do so! I shall put this one on there – it looks great! #EatSleepBlogRT
Oh my gosh I know my book case is literally full of books that I need to read.
This sounds like a fab book, and I have to admit to being a huge fan of chic Lit. It’s usually a great pick-me-up. Thank you for sharing with the #DreamTeam xx
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I agree about them being a good pick me up. Thanks for reading and commenting!
I’ve not heard of this book or the author, but it sounds like the type of book I’d enjoy. Great review, thanks for sharing. Thanks for linking up to the #BinkyLinky
I had not either until I was introduced by a friend. Thanks for commenting!
Great review and sounds a great book Thanks for linking to the #binkylinky come back next week please
Thank you! It was my first go at a book review.