Calliope Grey just wants everyone to be happy. And to like her – because why wouldn’t everyone like her? Ever since her parents’ messy divorce when she was only eight years old Callie has tried to make everything and everyone ok. Where has that gotten her? It’s her 30th birthday and probably the most unhappy day of her life. She finds herself without a boyfriend, living with her grandfather, trying to keep the peace with her crazy family, and wondering if she’ll ever find her happily-ever-after.
As usual, Kristan Higgins had me laughing out loud through much of the novel. There was also a scene that had me reaching for a tissue. Her main character has a big heart and only wants to share it with someone who’ll love her back as much.
Callie’s quirky co-workers add a comedic tone as well as some drama to the story. There’s a rocking chair on the cover for a reason. It symbolizes what true happiness could mean in her life. The enjoyment of this book is finding out if and how Callie finds what she’s looking for.
I recommend All I Ever Wanted to fans of Contemporary Romance.
Review copy from Julie Harabedian at FSB Associates
Sounds like a wonderful story that runs the gamut of emotions. I’m glad you enjoyed it so much. Have a great week!
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I’m a big fan of Kristan Higgins, so I can’t wait to pick this one up. Thanks for the review.
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Great review — this sounds like a great summer read!
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Sounds like something I need to read, I’m Tudored Out.
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Hi Mary,
Sounds like a great summer read. Have a great day!
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I love a book that makes me laugh out loud. This sounds like a great summer read.
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Great review. I do love chick-lit so this sounds like something for me
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I’ll be on the lookout for this one. Time to read a contemporary romance for a change. I used to read them all the time and now it’ll be great to start with All I Ever Wanted.
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I’ve never read one of her books before. This sounds like a really sweet read!
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Added to my TBR list. Truly this sounds like a wonderful and heart warming read. Can’t have too many of those in my opinion. 🙂
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Great review and this sounds like a great book. I will have to add it to my Goodreads list!
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Great review…this one is definitely on my list to read!
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Nice review. This book looks really cute. I couldn’t get an ARC because I have too many right now, but I’m glad you liked it!
Alayne – The Crowded Leaf
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I have yet to experience this author…looks like I’m missing out on a good read!
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Glad you enjoyed it. I thought it was a light fun read, though at times I wanted to shake Callie and tell her to grow up
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A rocking chair on a big wrap around porch would mean happiness for me too 🙂
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