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涛 孙 _unsan05 — I loved this book. It was so delightful and fun. I loved the characters and the Castle is awesome!! The characters you wanted to be on the good side were good. Just a great, fun book. Can't wait for the next installment. Happy reading everyone!!

Artur Barcik snts — In the past, Stephen King had been the author I had read the most (although I never preferred his science fiction novels). Referred by a Woman's Day article about Jennifer Weiner's all-time favorite reads (chic lit) I picked it up at a local library. Pearl, digested, unfolds the sexual scruples of a young woman who has just inherited a rural farm house from her "ghost uncle." In the interim between sleeping with the town Paul Bunyan and the itinerant, manic, yuppy she purchases a small diner from the local yokel--a part time drunk, part time wounded brute. The story unfolds as she attempts to retain secrecy in seducing both lovers while sorting out her own feelings about the nature of their romances. Meanwhile there are secrets flowing in the undercurrent of both her past, the family lives of those involved, and quite literally, the icy Maine lake that mirrors the town. I can't call this book a romance novel exactly, nor is it completely a mystery but I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of writing as well as the obviously spiritual and psychological depth of the author who lacks the vulgarity of her husband. The main character, though at times meretricious, is often radiantly benevolent which is only accentuated by the contrast of supporting characters such as her lover's nightmare of a teenage daughter and the former proprietor of the diner who she keeps on as a short order cook. And as with movies, the end should have been obvious to a fellow writer but kept me intrigued until the very last sentence.

Alfredo Hernandez alfredohdz — Penny’s life is nothing short of complicated; a boyfriend who is controlling and abusive, a younger sibling who’s doted on, close to no friends, parents who barely recognize her existence and more. Obviously the logical decision is to fake her own kidnapping and fly across the country to safer grounds all while leaving only one clue, “I did it.” What Lillian never expected was that Penny would leave this unassuming voice mail on her phone, because though they were acquaintances Lillian wouldn’t consider Penny a close friend. What happens from there is a cross country journey that changes not only Penny’s life, but Lillian’s as well as she determines whether her crush on long time friend Josh is something more. First off, I love the concept of this book! It’s one thing to go on a cross-country trip, especially when anticipating change, but it’s another to do it in search of a friend who may or may not be there when you arrive at your destination. Of course that wasn’t the only reason Lillian made the suggestion to her long-time friend, Josh, but it’s definitely a starting point. The relationship that comes to the forefront during their random stops at the Cheese Castle, Doll Museum, Corn Palace and more is the part of the story that comes alive as you’re reading the story. What happens as the story progresses isn’t the typical “happily ever after” love story between two childhood sweethearts, it still could be but I love that it’s just a bit open to possibilities toward the end. This absolutely made it more feasible in my mind and added to the appeal of the concept in the book. Lillian and Josh’s relationship is complicated and messy. It’s the standard, “I don’t want to ruin our friendship” hesitation on both of their parts and it’s the overcoming of that that makes things even more interesting. I’d absolutely say I loved Josh, he wasn’t the normal guy who backs away at Lillian’s first attempts at this new potential relationship. He’s hesitant, but not opposed and quite a bit of that has to do with his relationship with his father. Overall though, I thoroughly enjoyed Lillian and Josh’s storyline, including all the random places they stop on their road trip. What’s potentially more important than the fun romantic road trip Lillian and Josh is the back story you get along their journey about Penny. Her relationship with her boyfriend at home is not only difficult but abusive. In her case because of a lack of interest on her parents & friends part she felt the only solution was to run away, which is incredibly sad. I’d absolutely hope I wouldn’t be as clueless as her parents were about her situation. Perfect summer reading that won’t have you snoring by the pool. Yes, this is definitely a fantastic Chick Lit read filled with fun & romantic possibilities, but it also has some more complicated & thought provoking undertones. Penny’s cry for attention comes a bit too late, but perhaps not for the worst. What I adored about Halpern’s writing here was the opportunity she left for Lillian and Josh, both with their lives wide open before them. Don’t Stop Now is an absolutely joyful read with the bonus of a cross country road trip, definitely one for the summer reads list! Originally reviewed and copyrighted at Chick Lit Reviews.

André Melo andre_melo — Great story. Would have really liked it, if it had not been read by the author. Yikes.

Barakah Iqbal rockogirl — This is a good one to read when you are struggling with life's challenges. He has such a way with words, and it puts things into perspective.