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Not Awkward: A bittersweet comedy about old and new lovers, family, acceptance, and moving on (Wallflowers Series Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Matthew Hanover (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 out of 5 stars 106 ratings

What do you do when you and your ex seem fated to meet… AGAIN??

Not Awkward by prolific rom-com author Matthew Hanover is a bittersweet story of old and new lovers, family, acceptance, and moving on.

★★★★★
"Matthew Hanover once again delivers the goods." —Wesley Parker, author of Coffee and Condolences

★★★★★
"Not Awkward is a delightful and reflective tale that will have you laughing and crying." —Ian Shane, author of In Ten Years

★★★★★
"Matthew Hanover's latest is another fun tale populated with characters you want to root for, even when things get awkward." —James Bailey, author of Sorry I Wasn't What You Needed

NOTE: Not Awkward and the other Wallflowers series novels are standalone books set in the same universe. While there are some character crossovers between the books, you do not have to read them in order.

Just weeks before his wedding to Charlotte, Scott has his fair share of problems. He’s not only been passed over for a long-awaited promotion to a newer, less experienced coworker, he loses his job entirely. Also, his own sister, Quinn, disapproves of his impending nuptials to her best friend.

To make matters worse, Scott is devastated when he finds out that Jerry, his ex-girlfriend Leila’s dad, passed away. Even when Leila broke up with him out of the blue nearly six years ago, he still liked Jerry. And now Scott wants to pay his respects.

Scott plans to show up to the funeral, say his condolences, and leave. Charlotte is off to her bachelorette getaway with Quinn anyway. She’ll never know he’s gone.

But fate had something else in mind.

What was initially a short and sweet visit turns into a days-long, very awkward stay at Leila’s house, sitting shiva with her and the rest of her family. As if that’s not awkward enough, Leila keeps throwing fits while everyone else seems to be under the impression that it was Scott who broke up with Leila.

Amid the chaos and confusion, more and more people show up, giving rise to a few more incredibly uncomfortable situations.

  • Will Scott be able to get out of this scot-free? (Pun fully intended)
  • Will he finally uncover the real reason why Leila broke up with him?
  • Will there be a rekindling of an old flame after all?

Find out for yourself in Not Awkward — a delightfully uncomfortable romantic comedy by Matthew Hanover!

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    Wallflowers Series
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  4. Publication date
    August 24, 2021
  5. File size
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Charlotte, cuber, fiancee,

Leila, ex-girlfriend

Scott, ex-boyfriend

romantic comedy

humor, relatable

Not awkward, decisions,

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"Matthew Hanover once again delivers the goods, showcasing the need we all have for closure while still moving forward with our lives. The humor is spread throughout, but it's the characters that blend together on his canvas that makes Not Awkward a masterpiece."
--Wesley Parker, author of Coffee and Condolences

"Not Awkward is a warm and heart-filled story about revisiting the past, finding healing (whether or not you thought you needed it), and embracing a future that doesn't look like you expected it would (and is probably better). It's the kind of book that'll make you feel a little better about life for a while--and who doesn't want to read something like that?"
--The Irresponsible Reader

"The beautiful thing about Not Awkward is how deliciously awkward it is. Matthew Hanover does a masterful job of building tension to the point where you want more, and he delivers. The journey of Scott and Leila is sweet, sad, and in moments comical. Not Awkward is a delightful and reflective tale that will have you laughing and crying. If you've ever been unable to get closure, Not Awkward is the perfect read."
--Ian Shane, author of In Ten Years

"Sometimes the past is best left in the past. And then again, sometimes we just can't help ourselves. Not Awkward is a story about making the wrong decisions for the right reasons. It doesn't always blow up in your face, but there's a good chance it might. Matthew Hanover's latest is another fun tale populated with characters you want to root for, even when things get awkward."
--James Bailey, author of Sorry I Wasn't What You Needed

"An entertaining, wistful and evocative romantic comedy."
--Gary Goldstein, author of The Last Birthday Party

"In his third novel, Hanover uses his signature humor to paint a portrait of human existence that is all at once vulnerable and relatable."
--Leighann Hart, author of Loving Rosenfeld

"In Not Awkward, Matthew Hanover tackles grief, lost love, and new beginnings. With even more humor than the last two, Hanover offers a blunt and sincere glimpse into the male perspective as he leads his characters through the crossroads of past and present loves."
--Lauren H. Mae, author of The Catch

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B094YJ232N
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 24, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.7 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 358 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 3 of 4 ‏ : ‎ Wallflowers Series
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.0 out of 5 stars 106 ratings

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Matthew Hanover is a forty-something marketing professional who also writes contemporary fiction novels on the side.

Inspired by the writing of Nick Hornby and Jonathan Tropper, he started writing his first novel, 'Not Famous' back in 2011. It took seven years to complete the first draft and was finally published in 2019. His fourth novel, 'Not Prepared' will be published July 2023.

Visit his website at MatthewHanover.com

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Customers appreciate the book's closure theme, with one describing it as a beautiful story about moving on. Moreover, the humor receives positive feedback, with one customer noting how the author's signature humor paints a portrait of human existence. However, the book's grammar receives criticism, with multiple customers mentioning numerous grammatical problems.

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Customers appreciate the book's themes of closure.

"This was a phenomenal story about closure...." Read more

"...is steeped in grief, it’s really about what blooms from loss: a sense of closure, the unbreakable strength of family, moving on, branching out, and..." Read more

"A beautiful book about closure in an attempt to move forward in Life..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's humor, with one review noting how the author uses it to paint a portrait of human existence.

"...That said, there are a couple of moments that are comedic gold...." Read more

"...He also handles the family dynamics with areal, and often hilarious hand, showcasing just how awkward things can get between friends and family..." Read more

"...In his third novel, Hanover uses his signature humor to paint a portrait of human existence that is all at once vulnerable and relatable...." Read more

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  • The Irresponsible Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Moving On by Looking Back
    Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2021
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    ★ ★ ★ ★ 1/2 (rounded up)
    An expanded version of this originally appeared at The Irresponsible Reader.
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    While this is a lighter read, as is the norm for a "lad lit" novel—it's not as funny as Hanover's earlier works. That said, there are a couple of moments that are comedic gold. Slap-stick humor is difficult to pull off in print, but Hanover makes it look fairly effortless.

    At at least three points in this novel, I assumed I knew how the rest would play out, "Oh, it's going to be ____ kind of a story." And I was wrong each time—thankfully. Instead, Hanover has given us a different kind of story than he has in the past, a subtler one, a more mature one.* One still infused with his trademark warmth, heart, and appeal. But there's more going on, there's a little ambiguity about some things. Experience is making a better author out of Hanover.

    * Although I would have been satisfactorily charmed and entertained by the kind of story he's given us before.

    There were aspects of the story or characters that I wasn't crazy about—but whatever quibbles I might have had, that's all they were, quibbles. And they paled in comparison to the novel as a whole.

    I wanted to read the whole thing in one sitting—and easily could have. I literally had to force myself to stop reading each time I picked it up so I could do other things with my life. But I wanted to keep going, I had such a great time with these characters, this story, and Hanover's writing.

    Somewhere in there is Hanover's secret—no matter what dumb, reckless, obnoxious, or (have to say it) awkward thing his characters do, you like them. You can't help but do so. Scott said a couple of things in the first chapter that really made me wonder if I wanted to go through an entire book with him. By the third, I was pulling for the guy. This goes for Leila, too—not only did she break Scott's heart six years ago, but she didn't even tell him why. But in no time flat, you're hoping she's doing okay after her father's death and you feel bad for the situation she finds herself in. If it's bad enough that she talks Scott into sticking around...

    And I've gone on far too long here. I need to wrap things up.

    Not Awkward is a warm and heart-filled story about revisiting the past, finding healing (whether or not you thought you needed it), and embracing a future that doesn't look like you expected it would (and is probably better). It's the kind of book that'll make you feel a little better about life for a while—and who doesn't want to read something like that?
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  • Annie
    4.0 out of 5 stars 3.75 stars
    Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2022
    3.75 stars rounded to 4 - I enjoyed the story, it kept me engaged and wanting to read more. I liked the fact that it was a contemporary “romance” of sorts written from the male perspective. This is the 3rd novel of Hanover’s but the first I have read. There were a few nitpicky things that bothered me (such as typos) but overall, very good for a “fresh” author! I look forward to seeing what he releases in the future.
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  • kp
    3.0 out of 5 stars Characters are younger than the book reads
    Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2022
    This is not a book genre I read regularly. I received a complimentary copy of the book from the author via Voracious Readers. The description of the book drew me in and I am glad that I requested the complimentary book. It was an okay easy read. As I mentioned in my title, some of the characters read older then they are - well the main character anyway. He feels late 30’s early 40’s, but mid/late 20’s in book. His sister - a brat - and he and his fiancé put up with her demands too much - they are 25 - but act like children. I wish there was. Little more depth to development of other characters than just main - may have made me “feel” more - but I would read another book by this author to see if I enjoy his writings. I would give 3 out of 5 stars.
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  • Jordyn
    5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Star Read
    Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2021
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    This was a phenomenal story about closure. I went into this book blindly, but after reading Matthew Hanover’s other two books I knew that I would love this one. This did not disappoint, I didn’t know where it was going but I love how it ended up. Highly, highly recommend.

    It has a few grammatical errors, but it didn’t take away from the story.
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  • arigold710
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful book about closure in an attempt to move forward in Life
    Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2021
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    I’ve read his first two books, so my expectations were high going in. Somehow Hanover still surpassed my expectation. The story flows incredibly well with no wasted words or bloated chapters. I was struck by the emotions this book bring to the forefront. As human beings we all have a need for closure, even if we never admit it. As you read this book you will realize this and enjoy the book even more. The characters are layered, requiring you to pay close attention so that you can understand their motivations in regards to the whole story.

    Another interesting aspect of this book that I found fascinating. I’m not Jewish, and hearing about the process of sitting shiva was done well in a way that made me look at the world a little differently.

    All this leads back to the characters, and Hanover delivers the goods. The MC is relatable, and I don’t wanna give anything away, so ill just say that Hanover doesn’t bite on the temptation to write the cliche story about visiting your ex. He also handles the family dynamics with areal, and often hilarious hand, showcasing just how awkward things can get between friends and family members.

    I guess I should throw in here that I shrieked with delight at a few of the surprises he threw in, particularly if you’re a fan of his other works.

    Read this book and check out his others if you haven’t.
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  • MJP
    2.0 out of 5 stars Not like the first two books
    Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2021
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    I enjoyed the first two books in the series, so much so that I preordered this one. Unlike the first two, I'm struggling to finish this one. The characters make dumb decisions, the situations they find themselves in are stupid, and the grammatical problems are more numerous, like it wasn't edited at all. Frankly, this book seems forced, like the author had a deadline but no ideas.
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  • CK01
    4.0 out of 5 stars If you know and like Mr Hanover's style, this is for you
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 6, 2022
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    This book is an enjoyable read for those who like these well written stories.
    You know what you are going to get and it wil not disappoint. Characters and plot lines work well, although the big question (not really a spoiler alert) in this book was not answered until a fair way in.
    The only thing that annoyed me was the number of typos in the kindle version I had, at least 2 per chapter. It isn't hard to work out what is meant but those proof readers need a harsh word.
    That aside, I look forward to a new release.
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