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Witty and Romantic

Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2018

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New town librarian, Syd, becomes good friends with the colorful locals, especially becoming close to the MD, Maddie. Syd is healing from a broken engagement and the warm reception she gets from everyone is exactly what she needs. But there’s more to the story as Syd and Maddie’s relationship deepens into a romance which is a scary notion for straight Syd.

The book is really well written, the banter is smart and sharp, and there’s definitely nice chemistry between the two mains. All this has been said before by many other reviewers.

I am going to comment instead on what caught my attention in a good way. Being of Mexican descent, I always cringe when authors bring up the subject of undocumented workers, especially those of Latino origin. Mostly because the subject is either given a “poor them” handling or a mean spirited overview, all of which are cringeworthy treatments. The author of Jericho worked in the subject seamlessly, with no baggage, both mc’s spoke Spanish like champs, not like they were doing anybody a favor. I actually fell in love with both Syd and Maddie for sincerely wanting to help where they could with both dignity and respect. So on top of being a wonderfully funny and romantic story, there was a beautiful under layer that was much appreciated.

L. Taber

This Book is Just Right, Said Goldilocks

Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2015

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Was there a Goldilocks reference in this book? I think there was. It's peppered with literary references. It's peppered with cultural references of all kinds -- art, music, general pop culture. That's one of this book's many endearing qualities.

The absolutely delightful dialogue is the number one reason to enjoy this read. The conversations flow naturally, and frequently venture into the hilariously witty. It says in the author's bio that she loves to re-read Pride and Prejudice and it really shows. Nothing is more pleasing to Jane Austen nerds in a romance book than the quality of the verbal exchanges.

That's not the only great thing about this book though. The small town mountain setting is charming and McMan does a terrific job of bringing the small town to life. She assembles a lovely cast of supporting characters to get the action going. The surroundings are just as likely to provoke a bit of drama as the people. There is so much rich detail in the descriptions of the location and the action.

The story unfolds at a good, if sometimes slow pace. There are a few twists, turns and surprises that keep the story interesting. To explain it as the author might, in one of her many fairly interesting and insightful metaphors, the story flows like a river. It meanders in some places, it's faster in others. It's shaped by geography and the obstacles in its path. It's not like whitewater rapids, but a pleasant journey you could make in a canoe. I highly recommend it.

Lezfic Lover

Well-Written, Lovely, Warm-Hearted Romance

Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2020

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What a good story! Idk if I read into it, but I loved the symbolism! A librarian and a doctor are a dynamic duo...and fall in love. I really like that they have a mature relationship with fun discourse. They are kind towards each other, also open and trusting. It’s just such a beacon of light during such a dark time. I also really enjoyed the supporting characters. They added more love and support to the storyline. In addition, McMan had a way of making the dramatic scene one which the reader was able to experience Syd’s respect and love for Maddie. Maddie manages to show up in the nick of time and handles multiple emergencies with a calm and classy demeanor. By the end of this story I fully believe they will spend their lives together and happy. Glad to hear this is the first in a series of thee novels.

Kathy

I love this book and this author

Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2020

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I understand how this book won an Outstanding Debut Novel. It's a full story (by which I mean that it's not just about the love problems of two people) with an outstanding cast in addition to the lovely and interesting primary characters. It's well written, literate, and in some places laugh out-loud funny. Lots of things happen, all perfectly believable, and it keeps you engaged. I hated having to put the book down to do the necessary things of life, and may have skipped a few of them to get back to the book faster. It even has some sex.
Although this was her debut novel, I read a bunch of her other books before this one and I read them in no particular order. They have all been really good.
I'm stopping now because I have to go read the other two books in the Jericho series.
Take a tip from me, go read this and the other Ann McMan books.

Kim

Jericho

Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2019

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Jericho is one of the longest lesfics I have ever read, but it kept me interest the whole way. I enjoyed the main characters, and am including the best friends and parents in with the mains. They played off each other very well, and their dialog developed the story nicely. I wish there had been more input from the townsfolk; I see them as an untapped resource, and hope to see more of them in the sequels. The sex scenes were hot without going overboard and getting awkward. There were scenes of conflict and action, which I enjoyed.
I originally started listening to the audiobook version of Jericho, but had to switch to reading, because the narrator made Maddi sound like the somewhat feminine version of Thurston Howell the Third (Gilligan's Island).
I definitely look forward to reading the remaining books in this trilogy.

A Davis

A pleasure reading

Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2020

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Yep. I enjoyed this offering. There was nothing earthshaking in it, just a general overall entertaining book. If there was a knock, it's that The main characters were almost perfect, in particular Maddie.
But fortunately she handled her perfection well. Excellent secondary characters.
Not a lt of drama, no waterworks or chest beating. A good way to escape.
The book ran a little long and Henry was unneeded.
I'm glad I read this, and would recommend it to you. Would I read it again, probably not.

Kalli

Big fan!

Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2018

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I really enjoyed this book. The connection between the two women was palpable from the moment they met. I always appreciate when an author is able to draw you into the story, and makes so you understand the connection between two people without having to explicitly tell you. You feel it developing just like the women in the story do. I 100% recommend this book, you won't regret it.

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VelvetLounger

Wonderful slow burn romance and small town drama, highly recommended

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 24, 2017

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Back in 2011 a new author appeared on the scene with a novel called “Jericho”. It tells the tale of a straight woman, Syd, running away from her failed marriage to lick her wounds in the small town of Jericho. On her way into town she gets a flat and is saved by the town Doctor, Maddie, a single out lesbian – but our unsuspecting straight girl doesn’t realise that.. in fact doesn’t find out for quite a long time.

While setting up a new library and living in the flat above, Syd begins to form a strong friendship with Maddie, gets involved with the quirky local families and inadvertently begins to put down roots in the community. As their friendship develops Maddie is faced with the perennial question of how and when to tell her new friend, while Syd casually flirts and innocently captures Maddie’s heart. But Maddie has commitment issues of her own, and we all know what they say about falling for straight girls…

“Jericho” was and is an admirable first novel. It’s not perfect, although it’s main characters sometimes appear so. But it is full of superb observation of human character and behaviour. It is infused with love and humour, drawing out and catching the idiosyncrasies of a wide cast of locals that we can all recognise and largely empathise with.

The writing style is excellent, clearly showing the author’s literary potential, the wit is a precursor of even more humorous offerings such as the Diz and Clarissa stories. The slow burn is a wonderful alternative to so many flash in the pan romances where we get fed love at first sight and the angst of working out how. Here we essentially spend most of the well filled 416 pages, from the first meeting to the eventual resolution, watching not only Syd and Maddie come together, but a family develop and a community grow.

I loved this on first, second and third reading, as the series has progressed it has grown more and more dear. With a new offering on the table I would definitely recommend starting at the beginning of the Jericho story.

Hope Freed, UK

A book that makes your life feel better by its mere existence

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 4, 2015

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A British Times newspaper reviewer once said of David Gray’s “White Ladder” album that it was: “A record that makes your life feel better by its mere existence”. That’s exactly how I feel about this book which may quite possibly be my all-time favourite lesfic romance. It’s beautifully written and unapologetically romantic (without being, in my view, completely mushy). All the book's characters are great but Syd and Maddie especially are just lovely – two intelligent, warm and witty women who are clearly meant for each other. Their banter from the start and throughout is great reading entertainment. I challenge anyone (gay or straight and who is not a complete homophobe) to read this book and NOT want Maddie and Syd to get together. It's a warm snuggly blanket of a book on a cold Winter's day. I simply can't say enough good things about it - buy it, read it, feel enriched by it and pray that it never ends (which sadly all things must)....then read the sequel, "Aftermath" !

TG

I loved it

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 13, 2015

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I read this book 4 years ago and some time before I started writing the occasional review. So, why write this now? Well, sometimes to amuse myself (I know, I need to get out more), I think back on all the many lesfic books that I have read and try to remember the characters and stories. This is one of the few books where I can still remember the names of the characters and what happened in the story. Many of the others have merged into a homogenous mass and although I enjoy reading most of them, very few stick with me. For some reason this one always has; of course like all the others the women are gorgeous, multi-talented, flawless in both looks and character and pretty unrealistic but even so it was a very enjoyable read.

Bookgirrl

Brilliant, absolutely brilliant read!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 17, 2012

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Decided to take a chance on this, partly I confess as it had good reviews already. I couldn't put it down; it's a fascinating combination of a romance story but with pure comedy as well. I was literally laughing out loud at some of the dialogue, a crack a minute!

It's also slightly rare in that its written in such a way that it's at the right pace, I guess by that I mean I didn't feel as you can in some lesbian romance that the author does a cursory introduction to a character or place then moves on swiftly so you feel you are rushed through the book to get to the inevitable twist before the happy ending.

I truly hope we get lots more wonderfully written books by this great new author.

Well done Ann McMan!

bookbug

Simply marvelous...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 3, 2015

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This is one of the best les-fic romances I have ever read. The detail is simply sumptuous.
Set in the small-town of Jericho the book explores community, family and friendship as well as the developing relationship between Maddie and Syd. While (as seems almost obligatory in les-fic), the main characters have to work through a good deal of emotional baggage, the angst thankfully isn’t over-done and is tempered by a great deal of humour. The interactions with local inn owners David and Michael are a delight and teenager Roma-Jean’s crush has her literally falling at the feet of the charismatic Maddie at every turn.
At just over 400 pages, author Ann McMan has taken time to paint a rich tapestry of the community and indulges the reader’s desire to know the characters in depth. And, if you happen to have a passion for classical music and decent wine then you’re in for a real treat: The music references in particular add richness and at times it’s almost like having a music score running in the background whilst you read. Altogether “Jericho” is a great book to lose yourself in.
[Good to know too that there is another ‘Jericho’ novel ready and waiting - “Aftermath” and, a third novel “Patriarch” is currently a work in progress.]

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