REVIEW: Ain’t He Precious? by Juliette Poe

Ain’t He Precious? by Juliette Poe: Sawyer Bennett is beginning a new chapter in her writing career with her “sweet and swoony alter ego” Juliette Poe and Ain’t He Precious? is a wonderful way to launch her new persona and endeavor. It’s a quick and satisfying read that has all the feels.

Trixie and Ryland were in love for three years while attending law school, and both imagined they would spend the rest of their lives together. Trixie suddenly decided before graduation that she wanted to return to her small hometown of Whynot, North Carolina, but Ryland wanted to stay in Boston. They broke up, but neither forgot the other.

They haven’t seen or talked to each other in eleven years until Trixie contacts Ryland for help on a legal case, and he travels to Whynot to help her. When he arrives, both of them discover that the love between them is just as strong, but they still face the same issue of where to live as they did eleven years ago.

It’s obvious Ryland and Trixie love each other, and its heart-wrenching to see them both struggle to solve a very tough issue. I think many people can relate, and this makes the story all the more enjoyable. Trixie’s grandfather is a prominent character, and he is a lovely and funny addition. There’s not much not to love about Ain’t He Precious?, and I am looking forward to more from Juliette Poe.

Book Info:

Publication: 4/11/17 | Big Dog Books | Sex and Sweet Tea #1

Welcome to Whynot, North Carolina, population 3,872. It has one stoplight, one bar, and the one-and-only Trixie Mancinkus.

Eleven years ago, Trixie graduated Harvard Law, turned down a job offer from one of the most prestigious law firms in Boston, and headed home to Whynot to open her own firm. Not only did she leave behind the big city, but she also left her boyfriend of three years. And just so we’re clear… that would be me.

So what am I doing in Whynot at this very moment? It seems Trixie needs help with a legal case and for some insane reason, she called on me for assistance. I’ve been in town for five minutes, and I’m every bit as out of place as I feel. Trixie is all sweet, southern curves to my tailored suits and high-priced haircuts. It’s a culture clash of north versus south and about the only thing we have in common is our physical attraction to each other.

But I have a new motto since coming to Whynot: When life hands you lemons, all you need is a little sex and sweet tea to make things better.