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Happy After All: A Novel Kindle Edition

4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 1,037 ratings

When a romance author meets a mysterious stranger, love is the last thing she expects to find in a funny and heartfelt novel about second chances by a New York Times bestselling author.

A city girl leaves her life behind in LA to start over in a small town…

It’s a cliché, but it’s also Amelia Taylor’s life. And her new life as a romance novelist and motelier is going great—until Nathan Hart checks in.

Of course he’s disastrously handsome, thoroughly disagreeable, and seems to be set against Amelia on sight. Of course there’s smoldering tension between them that can’t be ignored. They’d make the perfect enemies to lovers story. It’s one of Amelia’s favorite tropes.

But the man in room 32 seems genuinely broken, and it’s going to take more than romance tropes and wishful thinking to get past his wounds. As a tentative friendship grows into a deeper connection, Amelia and Nathan both realize that facing each other’s painful secrets takes courage. Do they dare take the risk and hope it ends happily after all?

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“Yates’s protagonists turn out to be perfectly matched as they help each other get over past heartbreak. Readers will have no trouble rooting for these two.” Publishers Weekly

From the Publisher

Happy After All is an irresistible story of second chances that revels in the romance tropes that make love stories so iconic. Combining the beachy delight of reading Emily Henry with a dash of Colleen Hoover, this novel sparkles with humor, heartbreak, and the beauty of taking a chance on love.

—Selena James, Editor

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D321Z1FN
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Montlake (January 1, 2025)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 1, 2025
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 6376 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 315 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1662526377
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 1,037 ratings

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Maisey Yates
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New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Maisey Yates lives in rural Oregon with her three children and her husband, whose chiseled jaw and arresting features continue to make her swoon. She feels the epic trek she takes several times a day from her office to her coffee maker is a true example of her pioneer spirit.

In 2009, at the age of twenty-three Maisey sold her first book. Since then it's been a whirlwind of sexy alpha males and happily ever afters, and she wouldn't have it any other way. Maisey divides her writing time between dark, passionate category romances set just about everywhere on earth and light sexy contemporary romances set practically in her back yard. She believes that she clearly has the best job in the world.

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Customers find the book heartfelt and poignant. They describe it as a good, well-written read with relatable characters. The story is described as wonderful, with quirky intrigue and surprise plot points. Readers enjoy the humor, romance, and spiced up plot. However, opinions differ on the writing style - some find it enjoyable, while others feel it's wordy or tiring at times.

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12 customers mention "Emotional depth"12 positive0 negative

Customers find the book emotional, poignant, and a nuanced look into the inner lives of its protagonists. They find the characters relatable and the wisdom and conversations intense. The book brings them to tears and laughter.

"...The intense depth of wisdom/conversations coupled with the plot revelations make this An absolute must read for anyone..." Read more

"...This had me feeling so much. Tears and laughter. Some internal dialogue seemed to get a bit long-winded but otherwise, great story overall." Read more

"...the real gift of this book is the incredibly profound insights on grief and life after tragedy. Like, wow...." Read more

"...It is a wide range of emotions without being too heartbreaking. It explores so many intricacies of healing...." Read more

12 customers mention "Readability"12 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable and well-written. They appreciate the characters and describe it as a delightful, emotional read.

"...I love her books. I read cover to cover in 2 days. Amazing book." Read more

"...In addition to some fun and well-written entertainment, I received deep catharsis. What a pleasant surprise." Read more

"...at any moment without longing to read the next chapter - though it was a good read." Read more

"...Well written book. Highly recommend." Read more

10 customers mention "Character depth"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's characters. They find the depth of the characters amazing and appreciate the great banter between the protagonists and the shenanigans from supporting characters.

"Loved this book! It’s super well written, the depth of the characters is amazing, and the medium spice is just right!..." Read more

"...because I liked the main character and the cast of background characters is truly fantastic...." Read more

"...I loved the characters and the settings. I love her books. I read cover to cover in 2 days. Amazing book." Read more

"...The heartaches experienced by the main characters are so powerful, you can’t help being pulled into the story." Read more

8 customers mention "Story quality"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the depth of the story. They find it relatable, with quirky and interesting scenes and dialogue. The book is fast-paced with unexpected plot twists and an enlightening journey.

"THIS book Had it ALL! Quirky intrigue filled scenes with smart dialogue along with some intense grief-related angsty moments between Amelia & Nathan...." Read more

"...dialogue seemed to get a bit long-winded but otherwise, great story overall." Read more

"...Love how the characters change and grow through the story and are super relatable (even though I hate pink)...." Read more

"...It's a wonderful story but no trite, dealing with grief, loss and also joy. I highly recommend." Read more

4 customers mention "Humor"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor. They find the plot engaging and find it funny, with unexpected twists that keep readers hooked. The book leaves them feeling positive and empathetic, with moments of sadness and happiness mixed in.

"...In addition to some fun and well-written entertainment, I received deep catharsis. What a pleasant surprise." Read more

"...It made me cry, laugh and reflect. The things we hold on to may be the very things that hold us back. Maisey Yates weaves a romance unlike any other...." Read more

"Fast paced, and amusing. Surprise plot points emerge throughout. How lives are rebuilt after life events bring us down. I recommend" Read more

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4 customers mention "Romance"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book. They describe it as a powerful, poignant romance novel with great romance and spice.

"...And of course in true Maisey fashion the romance is fire. I loved the characters and the settings. I love her books...." Read more

"...But cute romance. Almost cried a few times." Read more

"...It explores so many intricacies of healing. All with some great romance & spice added!..." Read more

"Not your typical romance novel! It's a romance novel on steroids! Powerful, painful and poignant. Just like life and love." Read more

8 customers mention "Writing style"5 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing style. Some find it engaging and likable, while others feel it's wordy or the main character talks in circles. The inner monologue is also mentioned as tiring at times.

"Loved this book! It’s super well written, the depth of the characters is amazing, and the medium spice is just right!..." Read more

"This book was a very slow burn. At times the inner monologue was tiring, however, it was necessary to connect with the main character...." Read more

"...Amazing writing, I couldn't put it down." Read more

"Thoroughly enjoyed the writing style. I strongly recommend that you have a box of Kleenex close by because this book will have you in tears...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2024
    THIS book Had it ALL! Quirky intrigue filled scenes with smart dialogue along with some intense grief-related angsty moments between Amelia & Nathan.This adds fuel
    To the fire of the chemistry that’s building
    Between them. The fact that both Amelia & Nathan are writers with hidden tragic pasts made this a page turner immediately!
    Pairing all this with a handful of long term motel elderly residents that tend to meddle,
    made this one of my most favorite reads by this author to date! The advice & wisdom shared from these characters was spot on…. The intense depth of wisdom/conversations coupled with the plot revelations make this
    An absolute must read for anyone
    looking for hope & a very HAPPY AFTER ALL delightful read!!
    6 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2024
    This book was slow to start - I know we were using the "slow burn" trope, but it was a little *too* slow of a burn for me. That's the one and only reason it's not a five star read. I kept reading because I liked the main character and the cast of background characters is truly fantastic. And, I'm nosy, I wanted to know what the alluded-to tragedies were.

    But once it got going, it sped up and then took off like a rocket (around 30-35% I'd say). I am not big into s*x scenes so I skipped through those, but the details didn't affect the storyline. the real gift of this book is the incredibly profound insights on grief and life after tragedy. Like, wow. I've never done well with hard times and this gave me a lot to think about.

    I also loved how it was so meta about how "my life isn't a hallmark movie!" while clearly making it a hallmark movie, lol. I will offer a trigger warning - and this is no real spoiler because the direction of the tragedy is clear early on - there is pregnancy loss that is eventually discussed in a way that had me crying my eyes out. I haven't had a loss like that and it still hit like a kick to the stomach. So, think accordingly before reading now.

    really well done.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2024
    I have read Maisey's books for years however this book was one for the soul. She take the reader through two very deep, painful personal journey's back towards happiness. So much of what she writes and how she conveys each characters heartache resonates with the reader. The descriptions she draws, about how each person is learning to truly understand one another, gives the reader points of views to consider about your own life. A way to understand your own pain and loss. But also how to walk a mile in the other person's shoes. And of course in true Maisey fashion the romance is fire. I loved the characters and the settings. I love her books. I read cover to cover in 2 days. Amazing book.
    5 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2024
    It seemed to go on for far too long. Slightly repetitive with some of the dialog. Overall a good read. I loved the characters of the residence and the community.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2024
    This author is new to me and I really, really liked this book. Everything was new to me, from the author, to the character backstories, and the setting. This had me feeling so much. Tears and laughter. Some internal dialogue seemed to get a bit long-winded but otherwise, great story overall.
    7 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2024
    Loved this book! It’s super well written, the depth of the characters is amazing, and the medium spice is just right! Love how the characters change and grow through the story and are super relatable (even though I hate pink). Great banter between the protagonists and excellent shenanigans from supporting characters. I highly recommend picking this one up and spending the day in the desert, because you won’t want to put it down until it’s done!
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2024
    I stumbled on this book but I am so happy I chose to read! It is a wide range of emotions without being too heartbreaking. It explores so many intricacies of healing. All with some great romance & spice added! The reviews when I chose to read it weren’t great - so let me tell you if you are a regular romance reader that enjoys some slow burn/angst, read this!!
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2024
    This book was a very slow burn. At times the inner monologue was tiring, however, it was necessary to connect with the main character. I’m giving this book 4 stars because I could put it down at any moment without longing to read the next chapter - though it was a good read.
    4 people found this helpful
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  • Anon_Gloucs
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well written story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 13, 2024
    A pleasure to read a book where the author is actually good at writing, with no obvious grammatical or spelling errors that I noticed. Story developed naturally without too much information too soon so that it was easy to keep track of characters.

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