AND I BELIEVE REVIEWS

• I absolutely love this book! The author jumps right into the story and pulls you in! It was so easy to play out every scene of this book in your head as you read it! I would love to see this story on the big screen!! Great read but be sure to have some tissues nearby.  ~ Jodi R.

• I LOVED this book. It was easy to relate to as it could happen to anyone. True life experiences. The characters were described in great detail as well as the events. It takes a strong woman to deal with what she was dealt and she handled it with grace. It kept you interested all the way through the book. The closer you got to the end the harder it was to put down. Would highly recommend to anyone!  - Marge

• I am not normally a "book reader" but reading this one has officially made me one! I can't wait until Jodie comes out with her next book. I felt like the characters were so real and easy to relate to. From the very beginning, Jodie writes in such a way that the reader truly cares for the characters and roots for them. Also, there's just enough detail in the descriptions of the characters and settings that I can "see" what I'm reading without losing focus on the story. There's an awesome and unexpected "cliffhanger" at the end that leaves me eagerly awaiting her next book. This book actually made me laugh out loud at times and reach for the tissue box at other times. It is REAL, and I highly recommend it.  ~ Kris

• OMG!  I could not put the book down.  I could relate to the high school relationship that fell apart and the new blooming love. Loved the characters and cried my eyes out.  Can't wait for the second book! Get to it Jodie.  ~ Mary

• A wonderful touching story that is relatable to all ages and walks of life! Easy to read and characters that you feel you know personally from the instant you start your journey into the book. LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! Hope to see more from this author!  ~ Beth

• Once I started this book, I could not put it down until I read through the last chapter. The "flashback" chapters really pulled you into the lives of the characters and how they arrived at their current states in life. A great novel about self discovery, pondering life choices, love, loss and new beginnings. Well written and an easy read. Highly recommend.  ~ Lisa

• Jodie's novel touches personal feelings and heartache many of us go through, but then teaches us with time and perseverance we can overcome life's obstacles. Her detailed writing allows the reader to visualize people and places without having any guesswork. Very well thought out and good book for anyone who has experienced cancer in their life. Great book to snuggle up to with a box of tissues.  ~ Holly

• Captivating. It puts you on an emotional roller coaster. Easy to relate to. Tares at the heartstrings. I laughed. I cried. I was thoroughly entertained. A wonderful book that demonstrates that sometimes life happens and it takes faith, hope and love to make it through the good and the bad and all in between. Demonstrates what all family and friend support should be. The thoughts, feelings, and reactions of characters are down to earth and real. That's it! This book may be a fictional novel, but it is real. Written as if you are listening to the author tell a personal story over brunch, it will keep you turning the page to the end with each new development and all its surprises.  ~ Tracy

• Fantastic novel...engages you from the first page with relatable characters and keeps you engrossed throughout as they deal with relationships, love, loss, and most importantly, hope. Written with such detail, the story comes to life as you turn each page, easily visualizing each interaction between these likeable & realistic characters. Such an emotional roller coaster ride, having you laugh throughout and then cry, before discovering a beautiful finale.  ~ Melissa

• This is a tale of life, love, and loss.  It’s a charming read that you won’t be able to put down until the very end.  ~ Krista

• I could not put this book down! I read the entire thing in a little over 24 hours! The characters and story are real! You can picture them as you read every page! Everyone can find a character to relate to in this book! Many good hidden messages as you read it! I cannot wait for the next book to come out!  ~ Kim

• Great book! As a cancer survivor, the book had me laughing one minute and crying the next minute. Once you start reading it, you won't want to put it down until you have finished reading it!  ~ Penny

• I LOVED this book and could not put it down. It was a very relatable story that could happen to anyone. All of the characters were described in great detail as well as the events. I loved how the main character became such a strong woman and handled everything that was handed to her. The book captures you right from the beginning and doesn't take 60-70 pages to get into it. This is just a really good story all the way through. For a first time author, Jodie did an amazing job.  ~ Lynda

• I became a fan of Jodie Bohman after reading her warm and touching first time novel, "and I Believe". It is a book which could be spoiled for the reader if too many details are given, so I will only say it is an excellent read that pulls you in from the beginning. If you love characters who are "real", savor the closeness of small town life, plus enjoy a storyline that tugs at your heart, then this book is a must-read for you.  ~ Pam

• And I Believe is filled with believable characters encountering various real-life experiences. This easy-to-read novel will take you on an emotional roller coaster, and once you're toward the end, you won't want to put the book down! Any fan of Nicholas Sparks will enjoy this book, as well as those who like books filled with engaging scenarios you or your friends could experience.  ~Amy

• As soon as you begin reading this book, you won't be able to put it down. You relate to the characters and can't wait to find out what is going to happen next. This is a true story of love between two people and how they face life and everything that happens together as one. I laughed and cried and was truly upset when I came to the end.  ~ Diann

• This is an amazing read! I felt like I knew the characters personally. I couldn't put the book down! I needed to know what was going to happen next. It has an unexpected and wonderful ending. Very heartfelt and emotional. This is one book that I actually laughed aloud and then would try to hide my tears. What a wonderful book!  ~ Tiffany

• What an amazing book to read from cover to cover...with so many emotions at every turn of the page. So well written and will keep you entertained. It's a must read by all as you can relate to all the characters. I cannot wait to read another book by this amazing author.  ~ Stacie

• I LOVED this book. It was easy to relate to as it could happen to anyone. True life experiences. The characters were described in great detail as well as the events. It takes a strong woman to deal with what she was dealt and she handled it with grace. It kept you interested all the way through the book. The closer you got to the end the harder it was to put down. Would highly recommend to anyone!  - Jenny

• Loved this book...It was a real page turner! The characters are clearly described and real. It made me smile and it made me cry. I highly recommend it.  ~ Lynne

• A great story that will touch your heart.  ~ Hollie

• Very easy read! Get your tissues ready!  ~ Jen

MATTIE REVIEWS

• Love, love this book in this series!! With each book the story line keeps you engrossed and not wanting to put the book down until the end. Can’t wait until the third book, hope it comes out soon! - Maxim
  
• This is a really great book! I read the whole thing in one day! and I loved it! The first book was a great, small town love story, but this one blew me away! There were new characters and so many new things happening! I loved getting to know the original characters even better and see where they are now and what has been happening! AND then the new characters! So many to love! So much to learn! So much to feel!! It was a really quick and easy read, but it touches on deep and important issues. Keep them coming, Jodie! - Hope
  
• I am an avid reader of romance novels, having read hundreds of books over the years. I have never been so drawn into to any books before until reading and I Believe and Mattie. Most of the time when you read a book you feel like an outsider looking in on the feelings of the characters. I truly felt totally submersed in the both books. The happy times were awesome, the sad times were just heartbreaking and so real. There were twists and turns that I kind of expected, but some things I just did not see coming. I couldn’t put either book down, and can’t wait to see what happens next! - Janet

• Great book could not put it down. I finished it in two days. You had me hanging on after each chapter to what might happen next. Just recently losing my dad I really liked the part about Kate when she she... oh I don't want to give it away. I am not sure I can wait another 4 years for the next one! Great  Job!!!! HURRY! I would recommend both of these books!!!!!!! - Kim

• As I said in my review of And I Believe, I'm not a book reader as I can't find ones that keep my interest but Jodie's books are by far the best I've ever read! I guarantee that once you pick this book up, you won't be able to put it down. Kudos on another great job and can't wait for your next book! - Marge