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Another Piece of my Heart

March 5, 2012 by 5 Minutes for Books

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Jane Green is an expert at writing about relationships, especially those among woman, and she’s outdone herself with her latest novel, Another Piece of My Heart, where she tackles step-motherhood.

Andi finally found the love of her life in Ethan, and with him came 2 daughters and an alcoholic ex-wife. Emily, the older of the two girls, is spoiled and tends to fits of rage when she doesn’t get what she wants. She sees Andi as the woman who just wants to take her dad away from her and makes life in the household difficult at best. Ethan is terrified of Emily’s anger and doesn’t see how she manipulates him.

Andi is desperate for a child of her own, but because she is in her 40s, getting pregnant is difficult, if not impossible. Ethan does not want to adopt as he’s afraid that will upset Emily even more. Andi is at the end of her rope with Ethan’s catering to his daughter, and when Emily finds herself in a situation that could be the answer to Andi’s prayers in more ways than one, Andi and Ethan disagree on what’s best for their family.

The first half of the story is told in third person, mostly from Andi’s point of view, with Ethan’s perspective occasionally thrown in. But then we hear from Emily, told in diary-style, and since Emily’s life revolves around herself the perspective is quite fitting. The 3 main characters are well fleshed out: Andi is not as perfect as she thinks she is, and Ethan is torn between the two women he loves. It’s easy to dislike Emily in the beginning but as the book progresses her actions and motives become more clear, and as her relationship with her own mother improves she also grows and matures.

Another Piece of My Heart is clearly women’s fiction but it’s not fluffy, as it tackles some difficult themes and situations. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys novels with intriguing and realistic family dynamics.

Notes on the audiobook: Another Piece of My Heart is narrated by the author, and while no one knows the characters better than the one who wrote them, Green’s British accent didn’t quite fit with the California-based family. If this type of inconsistency would affect your reading pleasure, I would recommend the hard copy over the audiobook.

Jennifer talked with author Jane Green about recording the audiobook, setting, and more. Read more at 5 Minutes for Books. If you leave a comment over there, we’ll give you an extra entry in the giveaway.

We have 1 copy of Another Piece of My Heart, signed by the author, for a lucky winner, US only please. Leave a comment and the winner will be announced in our regular book column here on March 19.

The winners of All That I Am are #35 Michele Behlen, #4 tennille, #20 Daniel M.

5 Minutes for Books staff reviewer Nancy writes about her 2 boys, books and life in Colorado at Life With My Boys and Books.

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45 Comments

  1. Fonda says

    April 4, 2012 at 9:24 am

    I received my copy yesterday! I still can’t believe my name was drawn. Thanks so much for the chance to win. I am really looking forward to reading my first ever book won! Woo hoo!

    Reply
  2. Angela E. says

    March 18, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    Please enter me for a chance to win.

    Reply
  3. samantha w says

    March 17, 2012 at 9:44 pm

    sounds like a good read

    Reply
  4. Don says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:19 am

    I always like to read a good book.

    Reply
  5. Garrett says

    March 16, 2012 at 8:20 am

    This book sounds great.

    Reply
  6. Lori says

    March 15, 2012 at 9:07 pm

    Sounds like a really good book.

    Reply
  7. amanda roach says

    March 15, 2012 at 11:43 am

    im a book nerd..would love to check this out

    Reply
  8. Barb says

    March 15, 2012 at 9:44 am

    As a step-mom myself, this sounds fascinating.

    Reply
  9. Gianna says

    March 14, 2012 at 6:04 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  10. Nancye Davis says

    March 13, 2012 at 11:00 pm

    This sounds like a great book! Thanks for the chance.

    nancyecdavis AT bellsouth DOT net

    Reply
  11. Lauren Knott says

    March 13, 2012 at 10:41 am

    I love Jane Green!

    Reply
  12. catherine c says

    March 12, 2012 at 6:19 pm

    thanks for the chance to win!

    Reply
  13. Gloria Walshver says

    March 12, 2012 at 5:04 pm

    I like her novels and would love to read this book
    [email protected]

    Reply
  14. Van says

    March 12, 2012 at 12:15 pm

    Sounds like a good book.

    Reply
  15. Julie Lynn Bickham says

    March 11, 2012 at 8:30 pm

    Would love a chance to win this book, it looks like a great read.

    Reply
  16. Kimberly says

    March 11, 2012 at 6:14 am

    This definitely sounds interesting.

    Reply
  17. Jeni Monroe says

    March 10, 2012 at 1:52 pm

    Thank you for yet another awesome giveaway =)

    Reply
  18. latanya says

    March 9, 2012 at 1:17 pm

    I would love to read this book

    dlatany at gmail dot com

    Reply
  19. Beth says

    March 8, 2012 at 8:49 pm

    This looks great! Please enter me!

    bethsbookreviewblog2 AT gmail DOT com

    Reply
  20. Anita Yancey says

    March 8, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    This book sounds so good. I’d love to read it. Thanks for having this giveaway.

    Reply
  21. Katrina Griffin says

    March 8, 2012 at 11:17 am

    Oh and just read the ….only U.S bit……can we fake Ireland as being part of the U.S…..

    Reply
  22. Katrina Griffin says

    March 8, 2012 at 11:15 am

    Loved Girl Friday! Can’t wait for this one!

    Reply
  23. Linda Kish says

    March 7, 2012 at 11:46 pm

    I would love to win a copy of this audiobook.

    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  24. Liz says

    March 7, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    Bookends is one of my favorites. I’d love to read this one!

    Reply
  25. June says

    March 7, 2012 at 10:41 am

    Another great one!

    Reply
  26. Joni says

    March 6, 2012 at 9:49 pm

    I would love to read this book. Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  27. Beth C says

    March 6, 2012 at 8:56 pm

    I enjoy books about family dynamics and this one sounds very interesting.
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

    Reply
  28. Klydra Pugh says

    March 6, 2012 at 8:32 am

    Sounds like a very interesting read! Thanks for the chance.

    Reply
  29. Erin says

    March 6, 2012 at 8:25 am

    I have never read her books, but sounds interesting!

    Reply
  30. Tammy Gordon says

    March 6, 2012 at 8:24 am

    Would enjoy reading this!

    Reply
  31. samantha w says

    March 5, 2012 at 11:58 pm

    this sounds good

    Reply
  32. Dianne says

    March 5, 2012 at 9:01 pm

    Enjoy Jane Green books and this one sounds good. Thanks

    Reply
  33. Karen says

    March 5, 2012 at 6:54 pm

    Sounds like a fantastic read, thanks!

    Reply
  34. Fonda says

    March 5, 2012 at 3:38 pm

    I have enjoyed the few Jane Green books that I have read…and this one sounds like it would be even better!

    Reply
  35. riTa says

    March 5, 2012 at 2:40 pm

    What an opportunity to interview the author!
    I’d love to have the book and look up and see Jane herself!
    Where would I need to be for that to happen…hmmmm

    Reply
    • Jennifer Donovan says

      March 6, 2012 at 8:33 am

      I just realized comments were off at 5 Minutes for Books, but they are back on now.

      Reply
  36. rica berg says

    March 5, 2012 at 1:19 pm

    Would love a copy of Jane Green’s book!

    Reply
  37. Shannon says

    March 5, 2012 at 12:23 pm

    I would love to read this before bedtime every night.

    Reply
  38. Ruth says

    March 5, 2012 at 10:54 am

    Many thanks for this great giveaway.

    Reply
  39. Jeff says

    March 5, 2012 at 8:06 am

    Sure sounds good.

    Reply
  40. Liz says

    March 5, 2012 at 7:22 am

    New-to-me author. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Liz says

      March 5, 2012 at 8:25 pm

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      Comments shut off.

      Reply
      • Jennifer Donovan says

        March 6, 2012 at 8:33 am

        Sorry Liz — if you go back to the post at 5 Minutes for Books, you’ll be able to leave a comment on the interview: http://www.5minutesforbooks.com/21896/author-jane-green-audiobooks/

        Reply
  41. emily says

    March 5, 2012 at 7:12 am

    I’ve always enjoyed Jane Green’s novels – this one sounds great!

    Reply

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