The Happy Ever After Playlist

By: Abby Jimenez

Narrated by: Zachary Webber, Erin Mallon

From the New York Times bestselling author of Just for the Summer comes a romantic comedy about how one adorable puppy brings together two perfect strangers.

"The Happy Ever After Playlist tackles love after loss with fierce humor and fiercer heart." —Casey McQuiston, New York Times bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue

Artist Sloan Monroe just can't seem to get her life on track. But one troublemaking pup who randomly jumps into her car with a ""take me home"" look in his eyes is about to change everything. With Tucker by her side, Sloan finally starts to feel more like herself. Then, after weeks of unanswered texts, Tucker's owner reaches out. He's a musician on tour in Australia. And bottom line: He wants Tucker back.

Well, Sloan's not about to give up her dog without a fight. But what if this Jason guy really loves Tucker? As their flirty texts turn into long calls, Sloan can't deny a connection. Jason is hot, nice, and funny. There's no telling what could happen when they meet in person. The question is: With his music career on the rise, how long will Jason really stick around? And is it possible for Sloan to survive another heartbreak?

• USA Today bestseller
• Publishers Weekly bestseller
• Featured on NBC, NPR, PopSugar, Entertainment Weekly, Forbes, Business Insider, Bustle, Oprah.com
• Goodreads Choice Award Finalist for Best Romance
• SheReads Award Best Romance of the year
• Frolic’s Best Books of the year

Critic reviews

"A perfect blend of smart, heart-wrenching, and fun."—Kirkus, starred review

"Jimenez combines sentimentality, sexiness, and humor in this remarkable rom-com about finding the courage to take a second chance on love. ... Sparking wit and vulnerable characters bring this story to life. Jimenez tackles deep emotions without ever losing sight of fun."—Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Readers will enjoy this enchanting and unabashed romantic fantasy, complete with the perfect playlist."—BookPage

"A powerfully life-affirming love story that walks the line between romantic heartbreak and hope with great finesse, while also delivering exceptional character development...and a dangerously addictive sense of humor."—Booklist, starred review

"The Happy Ever After Playlist tackles love after loss with fierce humor and fiercer heart."—Casey McQuiston, New York Times bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue

"Sweet and achingly romantic -- a truly wonderful love story."—Beth O'Leary, author of The Flatshare

"Delightfully adorable."—Library Journal

"The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez has all of the makings of a perfect spring read: a cute dog, romance, and music."—PopSugar

"The Happy Ever After Playlist shines...it's as carefully curated and crafted as the playlist of the title -- one built with hard work, thoughtfulness, and above all, love."—Entertainment Weekly

"Emotional and exceptionally swoon-worthy. You won't be able to stop grinning and gushing as you read this masterpiece."—SheReads.com

"One of the most captivating romances of the year."—SheReads.com

"Sweet and funny, yet with vulnerable depths, The Happy Ever After Playlist is a delightful romance."—Shelf Awareness

"Warm and captivating."—BookRiot

"The Friend Zone phenom Abby Jimenez is back with this love story that will tug on your heartstrings."—Business Insider

"This was just the book for me. I found myself thoroughly enjoying the relationship between Jason and Sloan. The characters are compelling, veering on downright adorable."—Debbie Macomber

AMAZING MUST READ/LISTEN

Umm, I found a new author I love. Loved the story, and that fact that though loss is horrific life keeps throwing curveballs and happiness is always within your reach.

Cute Romance

What a sweet story of how a new romance can put a bounce in your step! Along with some ups and downs and twists and turns of course, Jiminez delivers.

Loved the format of alternating her voice then his voice along with the song references. The story is well thought our and relevant. Characters are well described and with background development which makes them all endearing. The performances are also most enjoyable. I read nearly all non-fiction so this was a deep departure but a welcomed, enjoyable romp.

Just a fun "read"

Being involved in music, the title of this caught my attention and I went back and forth. Lately I feel like I have purchased books that just had crappy performances, so I was feeling gun shy. The intro sample talks about a dog jumping in through the main character's sunroof, which seemed not only improbable and hard to imagine, but frankly just silly, But the reviews were so positive, I decided to give it a try and I am SO GLAD I did. Because everything that comes after the sunroof incident is great!

The book would be a great read regardless, and a perfect beach book. It's written from two points of view - Sloan's and Jason's - and therefore each performer reads as the character. Both performers do a great job of bringing the characters to life and the back and forth is not at all distracting or confusing.

The story itself was a nice break from the heaviness of current events. Sloan is every women trying to make it in the world, whether you are single, coming off a break up or the ultimate loss of a love. She is relatable in her struggles - feeling lonely, feeling like a 3rd wheel, trying to keep up with a house, afraid to trust and love again.

Jason is, quite frankly, many a woman's dream. Sexy rising rock star with an old-fashioned heart. I loved that he wasn't this star who swoops in and is perfect and whisks the woman off into his life. He struggles and faces painful sacrifices and tries so hard to see a life that fits for them both.

Make sure you listen to the very end, where the author explains her inspiration for the story. Makes it all the more wonderful.

If you are looking for a great love story with a lot of feel-good moments, this is it.

Fantastic

Just fantastic! Great light hearted story w very little steamy scenes & great narrators. Great vacation book!

A Real Tear Jerker

Wow I could not stop listening to the story. Abby Jimenez hit the nail on the head when it comes to grieving. I couldn't stop crying with the Sloan because her grief felt so real and I felt like I had lost Brandon too (even though it was only a story). The narrators gave a wonderful performance with the characters and Abby Jimenez did a great job with writing the story. I loved both of books and hope she continues with this line of writing because she is very talented. I loved the narrators too. She is definitely one of my favorite writers and I rank her as good as Rich Amooi but in her own genre because well he writes Romantic Comedies. The way they are both similar is that their characters are very down to earth and it's as if they could be actual real people. Both of these writers show that they really do understand people and what they go through. So as I only write reviews only for those books that truly move me or touch a certain place in my heart, I am going definitely say that I look forward to more of her books, and I can't wait.