The Bounce Back

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In this delightfully fiery rom-com from The Checklist author Addie Woolridge, even the worst situations have a silver lining.

Aspiring artist Neale Delacroix should be on top of the world. Shes landed a spot in an exclusive art program thats sure to be her ticket to success, but then her best shot at stardom goes up in flamesliterally. When her relationship follows suit, Neale finds herself a stones throw from rock bottom.

Her heart broken and her dream deferred, Neale decides to work a soul-crushing nine-to-five job until the heat dies down. However, thats not exactly what happens when she meets Anthony, a sizzling coworker with a perfect smile.

Convinced that she breaks everything she touches, Neales sworn off art and men. Yet her creative spirit still beckons, and she cant get Anthony out of her head. Shes caught in that familiar space between daydreams and responsibilities, desperate to find a new way forward. With her future hanging in the balance, Neale must decide if she is down and outor ready to bounce back.

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Woolridges introspective narrative tackles the limiting behaviors that stem from comparison and failure. Focusing first on the growth of the characters, Woolridge makes every connection feel genuine and the romance well-deserved for both Neale and the audience. Publishers Weekly A light and undemanding coming-of-age story. Kirkus Reviews Woolridges romance has a diverse cast of characters, some laugh-out-loud moments, and a nice change of pace with its art world setting. Library Journal

Author Bio

Born and raised outside Seattle, Washington, Addie Woolridge is a classically trained opera singer with a degree in music from the University of Southern California. She also holds a masters degree in public administration from Indiana University. Her well-developed characters are a result of her love for diverse people, cultures, and experiences. Woolridge currently lives in Northern California. When she isnt writing or singing, she can be found baking, training for her sixth race in the Seven Continents Marathon Challenge, or taking advantage of the regions signature beverage: wine.