If there was one book I could relate to in many instances it’s this one. This author knows the reality about adjunct professors and created a great story surrounding a need.
Releasing early this summer, check out this surprising read featuring the 30 something crowd below.
Mickey Chambers Shakes It Up by Charish Reid
Publisher: Canary Street Press; Original edition (June 6, 2023)
ISBN-13: 978-1335453556
OVERVIEW:
Mickey Chambers is an expert at analyzing modern literature. But when it comes to figuring out her own story, she’s feeling a little lost. At thirty-three, she’s an adjunct instructor with a meager summer class schedule and too many medical bills, courtesy of her chronic illness. Picking up a bartending gig seems perfect. Sure, Mickey’s never done this before, but the gorgeous, grumpy bar owner, Diego Acosta, might be the perfect man to teach the teacher…if he wasn’t so stressed.
Diego is worried he’s running his late wife’s bar into the ground. Add the pressures of returning to college part-time at forty-two, and it’s no wonder he’s making rash decisions. Like hiring the sunny, sexy woman who looks more at home in a library than slinging beers to rowdy barflies, and who turns out to be teaching his online writing course, a complication neither was expecting…
It’s not long before Mickey starts reenergizing The Saloon with cocktails, karaoke and an optimism even Diego can’t ignore. They need to fight their feelings if they want to keep things professional, but all it takes is one sip, one kiss, to shake both their worlds forever…
Mickey Chambers Shakes It Up by Charish Reid Review
I certainly had no issue identifying with many things in this book because I, too, am an adjunct professor. The author hits it right on the head in so many manners, especially when it comes to scrambling for work, and juggling multiple jobs.
I enjoyed this story because it features people that are a little bit older than what we see a lot in contemporary romance. It also allows the author a little bit more development in the characters because they have more experience in life. There’s a bit more depth to them whether we’re talking pride, passion, work ethic, friendship, or even romance.
I love the female lead, Mickey. She has a lot of backbone and a positive attitude. I love the fact that she was willing and eager to do whatever it took to support herself.
The balance between her and the other main character was fabulous. I love the snark and sarcasm laced with humor and appreciation. Plus, Diego had a deliciously dirty mouth and knew how to spice it up.
I’ve never read this author before, but I fell for her writing style and the flow of her story. Mickey Chambers Shakes It Up was a surprising story that proved to be intelligent, witty, fun, romantic, spicy, and bold. It’s a wonderful story that you’ll connect with on many levels!
4 STARS!
Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.
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