Really funny and cute romcom! The calendar intrigued me -- do something every day to help get over your break up and rediscovering yourself! Super quick and enjoyable read!

Really enjoyable read. Good characters and a Good story. Well worth a read. Think others will enjoy.

Such a cute book if you're looking for something light and one that might put a smile on your face. Esme has her life planned out: get engaged to her boyfriend of 7 years, have a beautiful wedding, and start a family. She knows this is what will make her happy but when something unexpected happens, it throws all her plans out the window. Suddenly she's single and living somewhere that she never imagined. To help her, her friend, Carys, buys her a calendar that has a different goal for everyday for a month. Soon, Esme is stepping out of her comfort zone and seeing life differently with the help of new friends. I enjoyed this for the most part. I loved the concept and the characters. I did feel that Esme didn't grow as a character. She was doing what was expected but didn't really learn from her experiences. Then the ending took a surprise twist which really proved that she didn't learn anything! So the the few chapters were a let down for me. I expected Esme to be better at that point but , sadly, she wasn't. Overall, an enjoyable read.

*Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Esme has her life sorted, she is approaching her 30th birthday and had everything on her list sorted except marriage, but she is confident that her boyfriend of seven years is about to propose..... instead she finds an earring in their bed that is definitely not hers! Starting again is not easy and so her friend gives her a calendar for single girls with a new task each day to take her or of her comfort zone.

A lovely easy reading book, I loved the concept of the advent style calendar as everyone knows how difficult it can be starting again after a relationship breakup, great beach read

Review: I loved the concept of this book. Erin Green has very good ideas for all her books that make them so unique. So, the idea of this book is to follow a calendar (an advent calender of sorts) and complete the action inside (not eat some chocolate) It's a brilliant chic lit about hope and showing people what you can do. I loved it brilliant book.

A friend cheats on his wife, what would you do? You hear the gossip that so and so stepped out with ..., not her boyfriend. What do you think. Well, Esme and Andrew have talked about cheating was a dealbreaker. No cheating in their relationship. Now after seven years dating and living together Esme has been waiting for the next step, engagement, marriage and kids. To set the mood on this anniversary she goes home to set the mood and to her amazement finds an earring in her bed. An earring not one of hers. Courageous and crying Esme takes her life in a new direction with the help of The Single Girl’s Calendar suggested by her girlfriend Cary.

I loved the idea. A step by step way to stop and think about what you think of oneself past, present and future. The advent style calendar is a month of little doors with a piece of chocolate with a daily task .

A great romantic chic lit. But more it gives every gal something to think about in their own life.

Throughly love it.

I had high hopes for this book and it does start out well but sadly it never really gets off the ground. I felt that it was aimed at a younger age group, probably around the teenage bracket, and as such I struggled to really connect or even care much about the characters. It all felt a little superficial to me and I didn't really enjoy it much.

Esmé is set for her seven year anniversary with Andrew, convinced that this weekend (as opposed to the 7 years of weekends that came before) is the one where he’ll propose – just in time for a June wedding. She’s constantly dissecting relationships with her friends at work, in fact, they are expecting a celebration come the following Monday all to rehash and talk about each detail. And then, in her massive preparation for the ‘big event’ she discovers an earring in their bed – an earring that isn’t hers. Sure, she goes ballistic and confronts him – the adultery is confirmed, and Esmé leaves with a few belongings and a shattered heart to stay at a city center hotel. A tearful call to her best friend Carys brings her a tiny chocolate filled advent calendar, “The Single Girls Calendar” full of daily tasks and focuses that distract and divert your attention away from the man who was once your focus. Not truly believing, but also not a particularly self-directed person, Esmé starts to follow the tasks.

From changing up a look (haircut and color) to reading childhood favorites, dining alone and making a wish list – the tasks are meant to open the new single’s horizons and give them a sort of busy-work that will, hopefully, help them to redefine their hopes and dreams for the future that has been newly unearthed. Of course, first up on the list is to find somewhere to live: her parent’s spare room beckons, but her older brother and friend are obviously in a spat over Kyle’s inability to come up with the money for a house share – and Esmé jumps in. Now sharing a house with 4 of her brother’s friends, she’s at least got a roof over her head and a place to call her own. Three of the four housemates are known to her: her brother’s friends Russ (engineer), Dam (physicist and lecturer) and Josh (model): Asa is the only one she hasn’t met – and their introduction will involve a fireplace poker and plenty of crossed connections. In fact, every interaction between Esmé and Asa is edgy – his pushing her to discover her own likes and stop following along, her judgmental statements and bit of aimless perseveration lead to some moments that are clever and push her to grow up and make choices rather than just wait for an invitation or a person to tell her what she should think / do / be.

For me, Esmé was difficult to truly enjoy full stop – she was so boxed into the way that she thought things should be, with her ‘shopping list’ for the future and her never-ending way of pushing her beliefs and judgments onto everyone and everything else. There was a smugness about her at first, particularly with her relationship with Andrew, that seemed to defy her even being able to contemplate his cheating –so of course, the universe needed to drop a rock in her plans. What she didn’t see for so very long was that she was a chameleon – changing her wants (or not actually having them) until she saw what way the wind blew – and what would be the decision that most people would want. It took a bit for her to come out of that childish approach to decisions, she wasn’t unaware of being unfulfilled – just a bit tone deaf to it: and while she was drawn to Asa and his caring nature, she wasn’t always able to deal with the tumult he caused for her: a man who is bluntly honest, living each moment as if it is special and important, and prodding, poking and sometimes dragging Esmé along for the ride. She’s stuck and not always aware of the undercurrents around her, and often quick to take a little baby step as proof she’s moved on, changed and is determining her own destiny in a way that will, eventually, open doors to a life that is fulfilled, happy and more than she could dream.

Erin Green has crafted a story with plenty of wonderful secondary characters that often serve to show just how limited Esmé is in her life, and the transformation for her is a slow process, with plenty of backsliding and unearned self-congratulatory moments quickly realigned with her own self-conscious actions or spontaneous decisions that are little more than a half-baked copy of someone else’s conscious and defined decisions. What kept me reading was the honesty in her: her actual moments of self-discovery and quiet reflection that provided the answers that she often was hiding from – this was honest and real: there are times when you can’t see the hand in front of your face until it’s repeatedly waving, and many of the events in this story were simply a waving hand. Easy to read with Green’s conversational, listen to your best friend’s story style, the conversations range from deep to delightfully funny as the 30 days of tasks from The Single Girl’s Calendar push and pull Esmé in directions untested and untried.

I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.

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Thanks Netgalley ad the Publisher. This is a funny read and I really liked Esme. This is a book to read in one sitting and will leave you with a smile on your face

Cute rom-com featuring Esmé who turns her life around from cheated-on-and-dependent to determined-and-independent. Loved the escapades while she shared the flat with four guys (and learned a little about herself in the process). Adored the neighbor lady and the relationship that was able to grow there. Was suitably annoyed by Esme’s brother – as anyone would be, even and especially Esmé! Green could’ve written better girl-friendships, and maybe had more memorable calendar ideas, but I enjoyed the read. Entertaining!

Fresh and funny romantic comedy! Very easy to read and fast paced. Perfect for a night in with a good book and a glass of wine. 3.5/5

Thank you to the publisher, and Netgalley, for my copy of the book in exchange for my review.

I loved the concept of the calendar, I think it would be a best-seller! I wish there was something like that when I’d gone through the break-ups I went through before meeting my Man-Child!!

The story as a whole was enjoyable, funny, witty and sometimes heart-breaking. I wouldn’t be able to pinpoint a favourite moment, however, I can pinpoint what I did not like about it. That would be one moment, which should be an important moment. I didn’t like it, I didn’t believe it, I didn’t feel it. This moment was The Ending. I just… Honestly, it felt rushed, unplanned, and a little far-fetched. No, not far-fetched. Unrealistic, with a touch of reality. That doesn’t make sense. The ending doesn’t make sense if I’m honest. I didn’t see the love that was apparently there, I didn’t see the caring from Esme to Asa, I felt it the other way round but not from her. I just didn’t get that feeling from her…. Maybe it’s just me and I’m being a tad cynical??

There was one other part of the story that I didn’t get was the Kane side-story. Why was he keeping his secret? I don’t think that was covered, or if it was I missed it. I just didn’t understand why it was happening… I didn’t think it was needed, it didn’t add anything to the story. And who told Esme and Kane’s parents? It was all up in the air, and then… Nothing. None of it made any sense, it felt like it was just there to bulk out the book. I feel it was a little bit of a pointless addition…

Good points!! I feel like all I’ve been doing is complaining. So, good bits.I did enjoy the story, it was written well and very easy to get into. With some very touching moments between Asa and Esme (doesn’t mean I felt the love), and some heart-breaking moments linked to Asa’s job.

Asa. Asa. Asa. This man is a great character. He’s intelligent, witty, caring, good looking, and all round good guy. I’m glad we got his backstory, and looking at it, only his backstory. While I liked the other characters, Asa was my favourite. Esme annoyed me slightly, she did come across as a lost sheep and followed everyone else. I agreed with Asa on that point, everything she done seemed to be done because either someone else done it, or because someone mentioned they liked a certain thing. She needed to be developed into the woman that she was so obviously destined to be – sassy, independent and less of a lost sheep.

The Single Girl's Calendar is the second novel by Erin Green. In this story we find Esme' Peel, a young woman who expects that her boyfriend of seven years will propose for their seventh anniversary. What she discovers it a turquoise earring not belonging to her in their bed, thus setting off the chain of events of the story.

Cheating is her deal breaker and she immediately leaves Andrew on the quest to find herself. Her best friend Carys gives her the single girl's calendar, which is to be an aide in surviving her heartbreak and beginning a new chapter in her life. She hangs onto the items in the calendar like a life preserver.

As she does so she makes new friends, leaves the comfort of her employment, and finds herself as a housemate with four very diverse fellows. But she also discovers aspects of her own personality that she is not so proud of. As she grows and changes, she opens herself up to new experiences and, perhaps, a new love.

This is a very well constructed story, one I read voraciously and the only disappointment I found is when I discovered the tale was over. I do enjoy this emerging author and certainly recommend this book.

Heartwarming, uplifting and irresistible, Erin Green’s second novel, The Single Girl’s Calendar, is another winner from this wonderful new talent!

Esme Peel’s thirtieth birthday is fast approaching and she is approaching this milestone with some trepidation. Although she is hopeful and optimistic, she cannot help but wish that her boyfriend Andrew would finally propose and then she would be able to tick off all the items in her list of things to do before she’s 30. Having been with Andrew for a very long-time, Esme hopes that he will soon get the hint and put a ring on her finger, but things take a turn for the worst when she finds a woman’s earring in her bed – an earring that does not belong to her!

Poor Esme thought that she was going to be married by 30 – she certainly never imagined that she would find herself single and homeless – not to mention heartbroken and betrayed! With her old list now absolutely useless, Esme is in desperate need of a new plan and her best friend Carys has got just what she needs to prove to her two-faced cheating ex that she is won’t be pushed around and that she deserves someone far better than him – The Single Girl’s Calendar, which has a cure for heartbreak every single day of the year.

Although she is initially skeptical, Esme has got absolutely nothing to lose, so she decides to abandon her old plan and embrace her best friend’s present – and she quickly begins to see some unexpected results! Will The Single Girl’s Calendar be the answer to all of Esme’s prayers? Is happiness going to be finally within reach? Or will she end up making the same old mistakes again?

A wonderful read that will make you laugh out loud, The Single Girl’s Calendar is a heartwarming, tender, witty and captivating tale that is simply superb! Esme is a magnificent heroine and you will not only cheer her on to get the future she so richly deserves, but you will also find yourself completely swept up in her funny, stirring and absolutely fantastic story!

Erin Green’s writing goes from strength to strength and The Single Girl’s Calendar is an outstanding romantic read I absolutely couldn’t bear to put down – I cannot wait for her next book!

Let's start with the title of this book. The Single Girl's Calendar. It sounded fun to me and I wasn't mistaken as I read the synopsis. A breakup, and how one friend helped another get through it. Sounds simple, right? Be prepared for a rollercoaster ride of a book!

Esmé is devastated after her breakup with her boyfriend. Cue The Single Girl's Calendar. An innocent gift bought for her by a friend from a discount bookshop. The calendar is basically an advent calendar with an original twist. Yes, it has little doors you open every day. Yes, it has chocolate. The experiences it gives Esmé are a different challenge or task every day. Day 1: what better way to start trying to get over a breakup than by pampering yourself? Esmeé starts with a new look in the form of a new haircut.

She tries to find solace in family and her parents' home. She realises her own space is needed if she's ever going to heal, so when the space her brother was meant to fill at a shared apartment is left empty, she snaps it up. The apartment is full of guys and each and every one has a different personality. The atmosphere and dynamic within the apartment is realistic to me, as someone who shared a fair few apartments in my lifetime so far.

The book is really "feel-good reading," but also has its more serious moments, like Esmé's worry over trying to find somewhere to live and taking that first step in moving her life forward. It's a story of new beginnings, hope overcoming adversity and friendship. I love it-every minute is entertaining and the idea for the plot of the book is so unlike anything else. It had me going "wow" all the way through and I was laughing one minute, smiling the next, sometimes worried for her, but I was cheering Esmé on all the way.

This is the first ever book I have had the pleasure of reading by Erin Green and thanks to her and Aria for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. I think I've just found a new favorite author in Erin Green! I cannot wait to read A Christmas Wish next.

The first few chapters were a little slow but keep reading - it gets alot better! Esme finds out her longtime boyfriend cheated on her so she moves out & into a house with 4 other guys plus her brother is often there. They are all very different but interesting. Esme's friend gives her a Single Girl's Calendar that helps her begin to heal after the breakup. Some of it was funny, some of it deep, & some of it caused eye rolls but it was a great story. The ending was nice but common and predictable which is too bad because it didn't do justice to how Esme evolved in the book. Still a very enjoyable book with some twists to keep it interesting!

I have now read both books written by this author and they have both been really well planned books and you can see the story has been thought through - I really liked the idea and concept behind this one of a task a day to cure a broken heart following the breakdown of a relationship!

The books starts off with the breakdown of a relationship, not the happiest of starts but it does get better from there and I really sympathised at times with Esme, and if I am honest, at other times I felt like she needed a bit of a shake and a wake up call! I enjoyed the male characters in the flat share and the lovely little old lady from next door too!

4 stars from me for this one- looking forward to reading more from this author in the future and another positive start to my reading for 2018!

5☆ Fresh and Funny Rom Com

The Single Girl's Calendar is funny, mischievous, fresh, a story of finding oneself, changing perspectives, Challanging life, Breaking Boundaries, Learning how to have fun and be single.

When Esmé discovers the love of her love Andrew has been unfaithful, her world comes crashing down around her!
Unable to cope and feeling low, best friend Carys decides the only way to get her friend through this is to use the ' Single Girl's Calendar' ..... literally think Christmas advent calendar as it had chocolate treats and no rubbish jokes hehe

Ok so the single girl's Calendar has a daily inspirational task/ challange to complete every day. Then you reward yourself with a chocolate.

No time like the present.... Day 1...Look and Feel Fabulous with a New Hairstyle.
So that's exactly what Esmé did.
She had a radical change!

So the Calendar challenges carry on.
Some with hilarious consequences.

Esmé moves in with a house full of men as a spontaneous decision aided by the Calendar... all of them Her brothers mates.
I absolutely adored the dynamics of the house.
Each male housemate so very different yet all so charismatic.

I loved Asa he is mysterious, funny, kind, sexy, yet can be obnoxious, protective, moody, but wow is he an interesting character. He has a soft spot for Esmé, although she can't see it!

Then there is Jonah, Esmé childhood crush who is a pig, treats women like pieces of meat, he is a sucessful model, arrogant... yet even after all those terrible traits Esmé is head over heels for him... he don't even know she exists!

Will Esmé ever truly heal her broken heart?
Or will she ever find love again?
Can she ever learn to trust Men again in order to find love?

Erin has taken the breakup to a whole new level! I think it's a fantastic and fresh idea. What better way to mend a broken heart... chocolate, friendship, and a selection of positive challanges.

The Single Girl's Calendar is a cosy warm read that had me laughing out loud, and thinking wow maybe I should try doing that  task... not for breakup purposes but to build my confidence.
I found this book could potentially be very empowering.
Also don't be fooled into thinking there is no serious topics. At some point I found myself tearful.

This book is a very easy read, perfect for those cold nights where your looking to snuggle up and get lost into a fun book.
The perfect Chick Lit, Rom Com.

This sounds like – and delivers – a light and enjoyable story, but there is more to Esme’s life that just the fluffy stuff. This is a really good read.

In the space of three days, Esme goes from executing a carefully planned romantic evening designed to prompt her boyfriend of seven years to propose, to moving in to a house share with four men – friends of her brother, no less. Having discovered that Andrew has cheated on her she does what any decent woman would and dumps him. That’s not to say she isn’t hurt and we follow her life as she struggles to hold it all together.

Her new housemates have their own histories and secrets abound. Finding out about each character is captivating and holds more than a few surprises. This story doesn’t always take the most obvious route and the result is a very engaging read, and one which is hard to put down. It’s fun to see how Esme’s new house share works out and I love that her housemates are modern, domesticated men.

This is a wonderful novel, well written and the calendar is central to the tale – if only we could all really purchase this for our friends who need it! Erin Green never fails to deliver and this is a darn good read!

My thanks to publishers Aria for approving my copy via NetGalley. This is my honest, original and unbiased review.

I loved Erin Green’s last novel, A Christmas Wish, so even though I wasn’t too sure if I was going to like the topic as much this time, I was looking forward to giving it a try, and I was delighted to be invited to be part of the blog tour.

The characters in this book are amazing. They are so diverse and so real. I did think the main character, Esme, was a bit naive and often did things without thinking, but it was hard not to like her.

The idea of the calendar is excellent, Esme has different tasks to complete each day, nothing unrealistic or ludicrous, but they have profound and sometimes quite funny results.

Esme goes on a personal journey, and takes us all with her, and it makes for a wonderful read.

The book is a pleasure to read, so enjoyable. But it’s more than that. It will make you look at your own life, and think about what you want and what’s important.