Publication Date: 28th May 2013
Pages: 354 - 12hrs 14mins
Book Source: Own audio purchase
Narrator: Jenna Lamia
Synopsis: Beth
Hoffman’s bestselling debut, Saving CeeCee Honeycutt, won admirers and
acclaim with its heartwarming story and cast of unforgettable characters. Now
her unique flair for evocative settings and richly drawn Southern personalities
shines in her compelling new novel, Looking for Me.
Teddi Overman found her
life’s passion for furniture in a broken-down chair left on the side of the
road in rural Kentucky. She learns to turn other people’s castoffs into
beautifully restored antiques, and eventually finds a way to open her own shop
in Charleston. There, Teddi builds a life for herself as unexpected and quirky
as the customers who visit her shop. Though Teddi is surrounded by
remarkable friends and finds love in the most surprising way, nothing can alleviate
the haunting uncertainty she’s felt in the years since her brother Josh’s
mysterious disappearance. When signs emerge that Josh might still be alive,
Teddi is drawn home to Kentucky. It’s a journey that could help her come
to terms with her shattered family—and to find herself at last. But first
she must decide what to let go of and what to keep.
My Thoughts:
It's times like this I wish I was a writer so I
could eloquently express just how Beth's writing makes me feel, how it touches,
comforts and warms the heart.
I adored Saving
CeeCee Honeycut, and I shouldn't be surprised that Beth has outdone herself
with Looking For Me but how is it possible for me, all the way over here in
Australia to feel like I belong in the south, in Teddi's circle of
friends?
Whenever I teased Oliva and called her a junkaholic, she'd lift her chin and fire back, "And you are a furniture slut. I swear, you just about drop your panties for any old walnut chest that comes your way."
Then we'd both laugh at the truth of it.
Beth Hoffman has a gift, for storytelling, for emotionally engaging readers and tugging on their heartstrings. The beauty of Looking For Me lies in it's honesty and simplicity. I laughed, I cried, I loved and I didn't want to leave.
I love this piece of wisdom from Teddi's mum - "Never tie your happiness to the tail of someone else's kite."
Turning toward the window, I looked into the morning sky, so blue and bright
with the promise of a new day. I wanted to rip it down and throw it away. I
wanted black clouds, thunder, and unforgiving winds.
I wanted the world to hurt like I did.
Recommend: 110% YES ... Looking For Me is pure delight!
Connect with Beth
Oh my goodness, Teddyree! Thank you so much for your wonderful review of my novel. I'm delighted that you enjoyed Teddi's story.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed says too little Beth, I shout-it-from-the-rooftops-loved-it :)
DeleteOmg I sooooo want this one
ReplyDeleteB you soooo have to get it, treat yourself for holidays :)
DeleteWasn't it great? I read it and will probably get the audio at some point.
ReplyDeleteYou'll love the audio Mary, I rarely re-read or re-listen to books but this is one I will!!
DeleteI loved Saving CeeCee Honeycut!! I will have to check this one out!!
ReplyDeleteIf you loved Saving CeeCee you'll love this one, I know it!!
DeleteAdored this one too! I also have a hard copy and a copy on my Kindle. :)
ReplyDeletelol another greedy Beth Hoffman reader ... love it :)
DeleteGreat review, Sheree! I'm glad the audio lived up to the book.
ReplyDeleteThanks Stacy, couldn't have asked for better. I can't wait for Beth's next book, whatever it is!
DeleteIts wonderful when you come across a book that evokes so many emotions...nothing quite like it! Lovely review Teddyree and it has certainly made me want to try Beth's books.
ReplyDeletecan't wait to hear what you think Karen, want you to love Beth's books as much as I do lol
DeleteI'm glad you loved this too! I'll have to check out the audio sometime. I also want to listen to Saving CeeCee Honeycutt someday. I think that would be a fun audio book too.
ReplyDeleteit was Christina, I'm sure you'd love them both on audio!
DeleteI totally agree, and I loved that quote too!
ReplyDeleteyay thanks Rann :)
DeleteWish you were a writer? Are you kidding me? You are a fantastic writer, Sheree. Serious. Dead. Serious.
ReplyDeleteWonderfully moving review of Beth's book. I feel the urge to listen to it now!!!
aww Staci you say the nicest things. It's always hard when you love a book so much to convey that and do it justice!
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