When You're Ready (The Ready Series Book 1)

Audiobook

Okay, man this audiobook was so sappy, kumbaya, I felt like I was getting a sick stomach. I thought maybe there would be some grit or a really good plot deviation towards the end but no, it was another everybody loves everybody scene. I don't know if I didn't like this book because I'm a bitter old woman who doesn't believe in storybook romances or if it's because I'm a realist, but this book was definitely not my favorite.

The narration was good.

Lovely, sweet book. Logan Mathews had a sad childhood, son of a billionaire but ignored by his father. All he had were expectations of how he was supposed to behave and spent his life in boarding schools. Clare was a widow, having lost her husband to cancer. When they met, she turned his sad life to hope, and her daughter Maddie brought him to happiness. He fell really hard for the happy little girl. The story is of their love with a few pitfalls, not a lot of angst and a lot of sweetness.

Could you love again if you husband or wife died? This story is about newfound love after Clare loses her husband after a battle with cancer. He leaves her a letter titled simply "When you're ready" Logan is a trauma doctor who she meets after taking her daughter Maddie to the ER after falling down and becoming ill with a concussion. Find out how both Clare and Logan learn to love and how it's a rocky path but really love does conquer all.

This is a wonderful and heartwarming contemporary romance. I won't go into more detail of the book description than the one given. I will say that I loved Clare's story that went thru heartbreaking times and was a strong enough woman that helped her go thru them. Dr. Logan Mathews had his own baggage to deal with. It took Clare and her four year old daughter Maddie to come into his life and turn it up side down. He found he could love and be loved. Leah, Clare's bff made me laugh. This story made me laugh and it made me cry. It is a book I HIGHLY recommend.

When You're Ready has a predictable plot. A single mother of a 4-year old girl meets a rich, handsome doctor in the emergency room and sparks fly. She is overly protective of her little girl as her husband died of a brain tumor a couple of years before. She has a hard time moving on and the doctor also has unresolved issues, but they eventually get together. It needs editing, which again takes away from the lovely story. I would recommend it for romance lovers.

This was a wonderful book that definitely pulled at my heartstrings. There were some editing issues, but the story was just so good that I could overlook them and give it a full 5 stars. It definitely didn't go the way I was expecting it to, which was a breath of fresh air. Logan is now a new BBF for me. Clare is such a strong woman, her character couldn't have been written any better. Little Maddie....well she stole the show and gave me plenty of laugh out loud moments that just made the story soar. I definitely recommend this read to everyone. Now I'm off to read about Leah!!!!

This book had everything you could want including a hot as heck doctor & a strong lead heroine. It made me laugh, cry (that letter about killed me) and fall in love with these great characters. I loved watching Clare find her way through her grief and begin to live again and fine that second chance love that she and Maddie deserved. She still kept the memory of Ethan around which was very bittersweet. Logan was such an amazing guy and seeing his cold heart melt with those two was amazing. I would definitely read this again and I am more then excited for Leah story :)

I bought this book yesterday and finished it this afternoon. Loved going through Clare's journey to find love again after losing her husband Ethan to cancer. And what can I say about Logan, he is SCHMEXY and HOT!!! And the scenes of him with little Maddie, you can just feel him falling in love with her and her mother. And...spoiler ahead...when the author throws that curveball in near the end, you want to start yelling "NO!", she can't do this to them when they were about to have their HEA! But no worries, there is a HEA in sight for Clare and Logan. This is an awesome book, I would highly recommend it! I am looking forward to the next book about Clare's BFF Leah.

Bought this book and planned to read it while traveling. Decided to crack it open while enjoying a lazy bath prior to my trip...didn't put it down until I finished two hours later. Was so engrossed in the story that I didn't hear my daughter walk into the bathroom to show me some new flip flops that she bought. She startled me so badly that I dropped the book in the water...I was right in the middle of reading one of the real juicy parts! LOL! Great book! Loved the characters and can't wait for the sequel! Just let my best friend borrow my copy...curled pages and all.

This is such a wonderful story that I totally recommend. Clare a young widow and single mom met a handsome and sexy doctor in the E.R. of all places. Mattie to me in this story as the innocent and beautiful little girl she is saw a handsome man she intentionally chose for her mama. Since she did not know her father it seems she fell for the good doctor. Mom, Clare also fell for him and him her at the first sight in the hospital that day even though she smelled of vomit. The story develops and you get to see and understand the back story for both characters. Pick it up, you'll enjoy.

Wow, where to start. The characters are just so real that I had an instant connection to them. Both are a little lost and broken and this shows how love can heal all. I don't think I have shed so many tears reading a book in quite some time or laughed and smiled. You get the full emotional roller coaster with When Your Ready so just hang on and enjoy the ride. What a terrific debut novel JL Berg. I am a new fan and looking forward to Never Been Ready, Leah and Declan should prove to be hilarious and yummy with all that chemistry!

Clare and Logan. Life takes an interesting turn for Dr Mathews and the widow. A touch of PS I love you. A book about love and loss. Characters that leap from the pages. An emotional roller coster ride.

Typically romance is not my thing, but when I read the review something about this book just grabbed me. Turns out I thoroughly enjoyed this book, found the characters developed, the plot interesting, and see that Ms. Berg has left herself many folks that are worthy of a sequel. I can't wait until Vol II is out....Gonna be another one of those little ladies that knock the bad boys feet right out from under them...Loved this book, this length, and the price, and no cliff hanger....Nice job.

I really enjoyed this book. EVERYONE(18+, because of adult themes/language) should read this book. It will make you laugh, cry, and feel every emotion in between. Most of all this story will make you really believe in the power of true love. I have never given a 5 star review and, even though there are some minor grammatical errors, this story still earned a perfect rating, because the few minor imperfections can be overlooked. I highly recommend this book. You won't be sorry.

This was an excellent story overall. My heart broke for Clare each time she questioned herself and the budding relationship. "When You're Ready" was there a perfect title for the book because as Clare got there we were drawn deeper into the story. I did have a few issues with Logan's POV but as a debut novel I feel the author the get there. Clare's best friend Leah was a riot and we all need someone like her in our camp. I'm looking forward to reading the second book in the series.

Absolutely one of the best books I have ever read. Excellent author. She made me feel what the characters were feeling. The scene at the cemetery was so full of emotion, it made me cry. Highly recommend it.

Ok, so I'm still crying while writing this review. Happy tears!! Sweet, sweet love story. Also funny and charming. Loved this book. Loved the characters and storyline. You will love this book. Discovered another author that I like.

What a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Great read! The aching story of loss, survival, and second chances. Clare and Maddy have suffered thru losing their husband/father Ethan. They survive and it seems get a second chance. Logan has a rough history, loses his heart, but will that be enough?

This is another book that will make you believe in second love. Claire and Logan healed each other when they needed it the most. My eyes leaked through a lot of this story, some goodness so just have your tissues handy.

After reading the first few pages, I couldn't stop reading this story. The two main characters, Logan and Clare, each had their own emotional hurdles to get over before they found their own HEA.

A dysfunctional family, a marriage that never should have happened, the loss of a beloved spouse and a precocious little four year brings Logan and Clare paths together. You feel their intense emotions as they fall in love while struggling to let go of their individual pasts.

Will it be on my re-read list? Yes!

I read and enjoy many books but few stir emotions in me. I knew I had to write a review. I didn't want to see the book end. I became involved in the characters lives and wanted it to continue. J.L. Berg's first novel is exceptional! I laughed, cried and rooted for them all the way through the book. It is a must read. I am ready for More. Looking forward to J.L. Berg's next book. I will definitely add her to my favorite author's list.When You're Ready.

Some write reviews saying this book was a mess so I was sort of worried to read it. I disagree with those reviews. As a debut book, I think this was a great start. I loved the storyline about finding love after tragedy. Five stars is the only rating this book can have, ignore the others, you will be glad you did.

GORGEOUS STORY!!

This was incredibly well written! I'm not a huge fan of first person stories because they're very difficult to write well but JL Berg did an outstanding job. The characters had depth, there are real world challenges, there was family complexity and a very HEA. Don't miss this gem. Ms. Berg is now one of my new favorites!

Really enjoyed this standalone love story of second chances. Full of passion and heartbreak. She's one of my favorite authors and I love books that give the two main character point of view. More fulfilling to me. Can't when to read the other in the series.

I love the unique way these characters found each other and how they made each other grow. This is a page turner full of heart, love, sexiness and family. Seriously, it's delicious - I want a Logan for myself!

What a beautiful story of patience, acceptance and love. Beautiful and vivid characters combined with real and emotional situations equal When You're Ready. I was engrossed in this book and am eager to continue the series.

An excellent read! The heroine, Clare, is a widow with a four year old you will fall in love with. The hero, Logan, a doctor that will make you pant for more. But this novel, in my opinion, should come with a warning! Make sure you have a box of Kleenex handy, because it will touch your soul. Very well written and flows easy. Cannot wait for the second book to come out! Highly, highly recommend! You will not be disappointed!

Some write reviews saying this book was a mess so I was sort of worried to read it. I disagree with those reviews. As a debut book, I think this was a great start. I loved the storyline about finding love after tragedy. Five stars is the only rating this book can have, ignore the others, you will be glad you did.

GORGEOUS STORY!!

This was incredibly well written! I'm not a huge fan of first person stories because they're very difficult to write well but JL Berg did an outstanding job. The characters had depth, there are real world challenges, there was family complexity and a very HEA. Don't miss this gem. Ms. Berg is now one of my new favorites!

Really enjoyed this standalone love story of second chances. Full of passion and heartbreak. She's one of my favorite authors and I love books that give the two main character point of view. More fulfilling to me. Can't when to read the other in the series.

I love the unique way these characters found each other and how they made each other grow. This is a page turner full of heart, love, sexiness and family. Seriously, it's delicious - I want a Logan for myself!

What a beautiful story of patience, acceptance and love. Beautiful and vivid characters combined with real and emotional situations equal When You're Ready. I was engrossed in this book and am eager to continue the series.

An excellent read! The heroine, Clare, is a widow with a four year old you will fall in love with. The hero, Logan, a doctor that will make you pant for more. But this novel, in my opinion, should come with a warning! Make sure you have a box of Kleenex handy, because it will touch your soul. Very well written and flows easy. Cannot wait for the second book to come out! Highly, highly recommend! You will not be disappointed!

Life had dealt Clare a hard hand. Losing her husband to cancer. Making her a single mom. Then Logan came into their lives. Again life threatens.

It is a beautiful love story. I laughed I cried. I loved this book.

Great love story. There are no guarantees in life or love, Clare and Logan's love story was proof of that. I enjoyed the story. There was no major suspense really, but the story kept my interest. If you like romance, I'd recommend it.