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Emergency Contact
by Anthony Ledonne, Lauren Layne
“I’m just going to come right out and say it: The Grinch was misunderstood.”
Completely delightful and hard to put down. This romantic spin on Planes, Trains, and Automobiles with a strong nod to The Grinch kept me in stiches and made my heart grow three sizes.
Layne co-wrote this book with her husband, comedian Anthony LaDonne. So it’s no surprise that humor plays an integral role. The witty escapades. The snarky banter. I giggled my way from one scene to the next. Laughter was woven into the fabric of the story, bolstering it in cheer.
Even so, Layne didn’t shy away from the moodiness of the season or the searing pain of divorce. While dialogue simmered in hostility and mutual loathing, inner thoughts revealed deep emotional conflict. Maybe that long-lost love wasn’t lost after all.
This balance created an authenticity to the story. And as misplaced hate softened into melancholy ruminations that reignited old sparks, I vacillated between laughter and tears.
Witty and full of longing. This second chance romance capitalizes on the fun while tapping into real emotion. It's a perfect holiday read!
🎧 The audiobook, narrated by Brianna Cohen and Tim Paige, is THE way to go. The narration exuded tenderness and delivered on the comedic elements.