A Better Next

Jess Lawson is forty-five, and her entire world is set to crumble. Her youngest child is about to head off to college, and her husband is leaving for a new job – without her. This is Jess’ story, and she’s telling you a doozy. She’s smart and strong, and her voice is full of heart. I loved the smart......more

I get knocked down, but I get up again You are never gonna keep me down Loved this engaging and empowering story about second chances! Jess is in her 40s, a wife, a mother, and a health worker. Her youngest is about to go off to college and her husband has decided to take a job across the country wi......more

Want a story about ambitious women, tough, hard, but caring women? I found it for you. Cooper has written a story that will blow your mind both emotional and well written. Characters that we can relate to on many levels and maybe strive to be just like them. I gave it 4 stars and recommend it. The Mar......more

Some books just seem to come at the right time and resonate in a way that you weren’t expecting. When I say Maren Cooper’s novel A Better Next was that book, it’s an understatement. This book was just the type of women empowerment novel of resilience that I needed to push through a tough few weeks.......more

Ah this was simply so beautiful. The writing was clear, and it was quite obvious that the author is one strong woman who knew what she was talking about. Jess at 45 found herself at a crossroad. Husband left for the opposite coast to set up home with another babe. Children were in college. Empty home......more