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Now What (Book) - 10/17/2015 6:40:49 AM
AMAZON REVIEWS RECEIVED: 5.0 out of 5 stars Love This Series! Can't Wait To Read The Third! By Melissa Robinson on September 24, 2015 Format: Paperback Now What the next installment in the Jade Perncy series by Wendiann Proteau was just as good as the first. Jade in the previous book had been dealt a series of unfortunate events. But she makes it through. This book shows Jade as finally getting it together and getting back in control of her life. She has become the author of a bestselling book. She has found a nice guy. But a man from Jade's pass is coming in to shake things up. I was just as sucked into this book as the first in the series. You can't help but fall in love with Jade. She is a very well developed and written character. The author writes in such a way you really feel like you know really know her. I know I could definitely relate to Jade. I was so happy my friend let me borrow the second in this series. I cannot wait for to read the third. Now What Indeed...By Marta Chengon September 22, 2015 Format: Kindle Edition Now What indeed…In this continuation of Jade Prency’s story started in the book, And When, several years have passed since the end of the last book and Jade is finally in a good place. She’s now a successful author who’s engaged to Derek, a New York publicist, and she’s about to realize her dreams by possibly buying the vacation ranch of her dreams once her book tour wraps up. There’s only one snag in Jade’s well-laid plans and that happens to be Brady, the smooth-talking hunk who purposefully strides into Jade’s life during a book signing in Dallas, eager to make amends after cruelly breaking off their relationship years earlier. Initially angered, Jade kicks him to the curb, so to speak, but the two soon find themselves back in Jade’s hotel room in the throes of some hot ’n heavy sex which ultimately gives way to utter guilt and mortification on Jade’s part. Now What indeed…The character of Jade in this sequel is clearly accomplished and outwardly more sure of herself. The author, Proteau, has a solid, convincing voice that resonates with her readers. While it’s clear why the author kept switching points of view (“POV”) between the two main protagonists, it felt distracting at times and made both characters a bit too transparent. All in all, though, a good book. A great sequel By missaliax on September 22, 2015 Format: Paperback I couldn't put Now What down, And When has become one of my favorites. Jade Prency is honestly how so many women are because not every gets their fairy tale the first time around. In Jade's case not even the second time around. Where And When left off I was left with a feeling like Jade was finally catching a break, but not the case. The strong woman she is can easily bounce back, but not with out something else crashing into her life. I don't want to spoil the end, but Now What is a crowd pleaser just like And When. I have fallen in love with the author's writing style. Wendiann Proteau, an amazing writer in my book. Can't Get Enough By Veronica on September 21, 2015 Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase Now What, by Wendiann, is the sequel to And When. I enjoyed And When SO much, I couldn't wait to pick this one up and read it. I am just as impressed with this one as I was with the first, which is a rarity. Wendiann has a lot of talent, and it really shows through in these two works. Such interesting story lines, believable characters, and great character development. I feel as if the main character is someone that I know personally. Jade Prency has been through a lot. She had to struggle through a discovery of a tumor, then her dad's diagnoses of a terminal illness, not to mention a dream relationship taking a turn for the worst. However, Jade is an extremely strong woman, and manages to pick herself up after each and every struggle. In this novel, Jade is a successful, best-selling Author, and the world seems to be on her fingertips. She is finally happy again, feeling as if the bad luck that she's been dealt with has finally come to an end. However, things are never quite that easy for Jade. The man who broke her heart reappears in her life, and she has no idea how to cope with it. It took her years to get over him, and just when she thought she finally had, there he is again. All of the memories came racing back to her, and she has no idea where to turn. The storyline just keeps getting better and better from there. Excellent writing overall! I am now a die hard fan of Wendiann, and can't wait for her next book to come out. These books just have a way of capturing my attention from start to finish. Five stars all the way, highly recommend. Jade is a Fantastic Character! By Renee Spicuzza on September 13, 2015 Format: Paperback I love Wendiann’s sequel to “ And When” because it provides more detail into the life ad past of Jade, who is such a great character. Jade isn’t stereotypically pretty or snobby, she is a kind hearted person who has been dealt many unfair things in life; her sick father, her own declining health, and a past abusive relationship, but now she is being given new opportunities that can make up for her past. It is exciting to see someone, even if it is just a fictional character, receive fair treatment for the injustices of life. Jade has worked hard and deserves her time to have happiness and love after such hard experiences within her own life and family. Jade’s personality just adds to the excitement of the story because she is so quick witted and with her relatively dry humor, she makes for a very entertaining character who does not take sass from anyone. Great continuation to the story! By Mary Catherine Ferguson on June 12, 2014 Format: Kindle Edition Verified Purchase "Now What" is a fun, fascinating, and emotional sequel to "And When." Readers who fell in love with Jade Prency in the previous book will love this continuation to her story. Jade has everything she could want - an awesome job, an amazing man, and the life she has dreamed of - but the shadow of her past comes back to haunt her and make her re-examine what her priorities really are. Fans of Wendiann will love this sequel, which lives up to the standards of her previous book in every detail. I'm a sucker for a romance. By Jay Mittener TOP 1000 REVIEWER on May 15, 2014 Format: Kindle Edition Verified Purchase Wendiann has a great writing style that flows almost like you have a girlfriend over telling you a story. It felt comfortable and cozy to be reading this book. I'll be watching for more from her. The book …Is just great. Jade Prency is a character that we can all love. She is imperfect and we watch her accept herself as she falls in love and is finally accepted after an abusive relationship. I love how she is able to show us different perspectives between men and women in her writing, it really opens the mind and allows us to consider different points of view.I absolutely love to read about Jade and almost felt like my BFF was having a victory when Derek came into the picture with this new book. If you're a lover of life and rallying for a strong independent female character you are really going to love this book. You'll also with that Jade was your friend. The steady growth of a new writer By Grady Harp HALL OF FAMETOP 100 REVIEWERVINE VOICE on April 10, 2014 Format: Kindle Edition Verified Purchase Canadian author Wendiann Proteau launched her first major novel with the publication of AND WHEN though she was far from a beginner author. Looking at her life, really examining it, gave her insights she proceeded to share with a series of seven volumes of self reflective workbooks whose aim was to provide aid to those who like her have reason to question purpose in life - and how to find it. From her notes associated with that series she writes, `Blessed with three siblings and parents who supported my hopes, I was raised in a small Canadian town, in an average middle-class family. I've married, divorced, dated, loved, lost, struggled, worked, succeeded and failed. I really am an everyday type of person. Single at age forty-something, I'm still figuring life out daily. I would define myself as being analytical, a realist and a dreamer, so you can only imagine the confusion that goes on sometimes. The dreamer starts to write fiction thinking of the happily ever after, but then while editing the realist comes out. My analytical side comes from being a go-to person over the years so I've learned to see things from many angles, knowing that circumstances affect us all individually. To be honest, I'd never written more than a grocery list until 2009. It came out of nowhere as I sat at my computer one night following an idea. The `Sit N Do Nothing Hamster Series' is my attempt to bring us all a little closer in this technological world. Using humor, comparison, and pull-quotes, the workbooks of self-discovery are a way to share tidbits of who we are, in the here and now. We are all an accumulation of every moment from birth until now and it's important to share that. The story continues to place difficult hurdles, forcing the characters to veer from their chosen paths. Read more › Fascinating, frustrating, fun - I loved it! By Jan Heart on April 27, 2014 Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase At last! I loved the first book by Wendiann Proteau, And When, and was so excited to start the second book. And I was not disappointed! Jade has grown and moved forward but still has her unfulfilled dreams – she’s a successful author and engaged to Derek, the cool New Yorker publicist. Her life has focus and structure, but then straight out of her past walks Brady asking for a signed copy of her latest book! Jade is stunned – Brady had ‘damaged her completely’ when (and how) he left her without a word in years. From this point Jade’s life moves from being settled and structured to fluid, adventurous, and very interesting – she meets new people, moves on, comes closer to her dream and faces an uncertain future. Jade is the epitome of uncertainty and stubbornness which I love about her, but it also drives me (and the characters) crazy – I guess it means I care about what happens to her! The relationships Wendiann has built with Jade are complex and fascinating, and the interaction between the characters is deeper and more intricate than in And When and more fully explored. Wendiann, please don’t stop doing what you’re doing so well. For me the only downside is that I have to wait for the next volume! Romance that lasts a lifetime By Jackie Paulson on April 26, 2014 Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase Jade is one woman any man (Brady) would want to meet and fall in love with and it's a relationship some can relate to as this couple met online. "The more he learned about her, the more she intrigued him." Once he finally met her in person, that first time, he wanted nothing more than to touch her. "It felt so natural and the need to protect her from all life's hurts washed over him. Having talked over the past year he knew she'd been through enough in this lifetime. Hell, she'd been through enough for five lifetimes." The romance is so sweet, yet surprising twists as both lives take turns into many directions. I loved each character and that Jade is an author herself in this book. Great touch! This is a great story with realistic characters and one that any woman or even teenagers would want to read. If you pick this book up, please let me know what you thought of it as well! © 2014 Jackie Paulson Now What delivers! By Brian on April 19, 2014 Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase Jade Prency is a strong woman. She's been through a lot. After a separation from a destructive relationship, it takes a while to pick up the pieces, but she does. She pens a novel and for the first time in her life, she feels on top and in control. When the man from her past reappears, can she keep it together and maintain the balance in her life? Now What is a emotionally charged look at love and second chances. The characters are of the type you can easily cheer for, while at the same time relate to their plights in life. Great read! Can't Get Enough
Who Knew (Book) - 10/17/2015 6:25:35 AM
Relevant Customer Reviews AMAZON REVIEW; Sad to See it End By Veronica on September 21, 2015 Format: Kindle Edition Verified Purchase Having read Now What and And When (both by Wendy Proteau), I just couldn't wait for the third and last installment of this series to come out. Who Knew (And When), did not disappoint me in the least. It was everything I expected, and more. I am sad to see this series come to an end, but I am delighted that I had a chance to discover it. These are excellent stories filled with many twists and turns, with a main character who you won't be able to resist. Jade Prency is back yet again, with even more on her plate than ever before. If you read the other two installments of this series, you will know about all the hardships Jade has had to overcome to get to the point where she is now. She has become successful, which is something that she's always dreamed of being. She's finally at the top of the world, when it all comes crashing down on her, yet again. She has finally gained the confidence that she was always lacking, and feels at peace with her life - finally. However, she quickly comes to realize that not everything is as clear cut as it appeared to be. She will be disappointed, yet again. However, the ending of this one is slightly different than the other two - and that's all I'm going to say. I am so sad that this is the end of this wonderful series, but I am definitely going to keep me eyes out for more books by Proteau, because she has quickly become one of my favorite authors. I highly recommend this series.
Book Review from 'Why Can't I Stop Reading' (Short Story) - 6/24/2013 4:16:58 AM
I had to go to the website to see who wrote this review. All I can determine is that it's someone with a pseudonym, angelic reader. She, and I assume she is a she, wrote a fine review and added an interview. I'm not sure of her credibility as a professional reviewer, so I'll leave it at that. Yours is not a genre that I would read if I did read. I'm too busy writing to read much. I hope you can write articles that are not self promoting from here on out. Ron