Evvie Drake Starts Over (Holmes) - Book Reviews

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Holmes’s debut charms, as a young widow and a former Major League pitcher learn to begin again.… Believable, flawed characters are at the heart of this novel. At times deeply emotional yet sometimes extremely humorous, this is a satisfying crowd-pleaser.
Publishers Weekly


Though one could make the case for this being a romance—and plenty of romance readers will enjoy it—there's a stronger focus on the characters' individual arcs than on them as a couple. Holmes's debut is charming, funny, and warmhearted.
Library Journal


(Starred review) The charm of Holmes’ novel comes not only from a genuine friendship between Evvie and Dean… but also from watching amiable Evvie stumble through the process of finding herself in a realistic way. A warm and funny book that will utterly captivate.
Booklist


(Starred review) [H]ilarious dialogue, making… conversations a joy to read. Refreshingly, … [a]lthough their romance is often front and center, there are many other emotionally affecting storylines.
Kirkus Reviews


(Starred review) [H]eartwarming rom-com about loss, grief and second chances…. Despite the kernel of sadness rooted at the novel’s core, Evvie Drake Starts Over is a feel-good read that radiates warmth. Holmes nails the balance between romance and humor.
BookPage


(Starred review) [S]mart… ripe with amusing wit and charm…. [Holmes] skillfully explores regret and longing, friendship, love and forgiveness and the challenges posed by reinvention. Strong characterizations and… filled with clever banter.
Shelf Awareness