About the Book:
Jane is a successful ghostwriter living her dream in New York City, collaborating with movie stars and musicians while quietly longing to publish her own novel.
But just as her career comes to a crossroads, she's called back to her hometown of Avila Falls, a charming mountain town with a colorful cast of characters, where a chance encounter with her high school crush stirs unexpected questions about her NYC life. These doubts deepen as Jane tries to find her place back in Avila Falls; begins a new project with Liv, a pop star grappling with her own identity; and reconnects with a friend and mentor who runs the local bookstore, And Then There Were Books.
Jane begins to see her hometown differently and sparks begin to fly. She questions whether the version of herself she's created is truly who she wants to be. Could the answers she's searching for lie in the very place she once ran from?
Chapter One Again is the debut novel from actress Keelia Clarkson. This cozy, clean second chance romance is the perfect read for anyone searching for love, purpose, and a place to call home.
Chapter One Again is perfect for readers who love:
- Cozy fiction and clean romance
- Charming small-town settings
- Faith-friendly themes
Read an excerpt from Chapter One Again on the publisher's website.
My Thoughts:
At under 200 pages, Chapter One Again by Keelia Clarkson is a short novella of substantial narrative. I read Jane’s story in one long sitting on a Sunday afternoon. It’s rare for me to enjoy a novella this much, but Clarkson’s sharp writing kept the plot moving and other elements on point. Fluff was not included. Jane, the main female character, questioned her place in life, wandered in her questions and circumstances, and grew into her future. Her love of books and writing, her gentle romance with a crush from her past, and her reconnection with her family were delightful. The ending of Chapter One Again was both satisfying but open. There is a sequel in the works and some readers may wish to wait to start the series until all installments are published.
I recommend Chapter One Again by Keelia Clarkson to Christian fiction readers who enjoy contemporary romances with bookish vibes. 4 Stars!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a copy of this book from the author or publisher. My review reflects my honest opinion.
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About the Author:
Originally from Los Angeles, Keelia now lives between New York City and Colorado Springs.
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