Letters written in 2012-13 by Roxy to her ex-boyfriend, Everett, reveal the story of her life in Austin Texas.

The first 75% of this book was a struggle. I couldn't relate to a whiny, lazy, 28 yr old. The last 25% of the book was enjoyable and the ending left a pleasant memory.

I received this book through Netgalley. It was an easy read. The book had some interesting plots and some shocking components to it. I learnt about things I had no idea existed that I blissfully did really need to know... The books was a funny and told the story of an underemployed woman.

I found this book very hard to get into. The premise sounded interesting, which is why I requested to read an advanced copy, but I found Roxy to be obnoxious and insanely irresponsible/immature for a 28 year old. I had to force myself to finish the entire book. I really wanted to like it, but I just kept getting annoyed at Roxy's flightiness and complete selfishness. If the character had been 20-21 or something, I think I might have had a bit more patience for her ridiculous behaviour. It wasn't a book for me, but probably teenagers or early 20-somethings might enjoy it more than someone who is almost 40.

What a fun read! Roxy is a struggling single, under employed, woman in Austin Texas. Her passion leads her into mishap and adventure that made me laugh out loud in places. Along with a crazy cast of family, friends and pets Roxy blossoms into her true self. Written in a fun letter format to her ex-boyfriend and with hints of Bridget Jones, the book was very enjoyable. The book did not question our intelligence by having every zany thing somehow magically turn out perfectly. Consequences and characters felt real and yet there is a lighthearted feel to the book where you find yourself rooting for everything to work out wonderfully for everyone.

'"..I need you to respect that hooking up with an ex is akin to a Fleetwood Mac reunion - comforting, but lacking the original energy and magic."

"Oh why, oh why did I let myself think getting my honey where I make my money was a good idea???"

Thank you to Simon & Schuster Canada for an early version release of the book.