Your New Best Friend — Jayne Denker

Jane Austen's Emma made a habit of meddling in other people's lives, but Melanie Abbott has turned it into a cottage industry. As “modern American royalty” living in Abbott's Bay, Massachusetts, a town founded by her ancestor, Melanie Abbott feels it's her right -- even her duty -- to employ her uncanny knack for knowing exactly what everyone needs to improve their lives. She eagerly shares her wisdom and insight with her friends and neighbors . . . whether they ask for it or not. If only Conn Garvey, her dearest friend, agreed with her. Connacht Garvey has been keeping an eye on Melanie since they were kids. A bit older, far more level-headed, and infinitely patient, Conn feels it's his duty to pull Melanie back from whatever cliff's edge she's about to wander off. Conn thinks Melanie is egotistical, self-centered, irritating, infuriating, relentless, ridiculous . . . and irresistible. Not that Conn's confessed to that last one. Yet. When Melanie impulsively starts up a new advice-giving business, it's an instant hit. Conn doesn't approve, as usual, which is too bad, because Melanie's convinced he needs her VIP package. (Of advice!) His coffeehouse is showing signs of financial trouble, plus his toxic ex is suddenly sniffing around, acting like she's having second thoughts about their breakup. Will their friendship be blown to bits because of Melanie's meddling . . . or will it become something more? What critics are saying about Jayne Denker's books: "Love the story! Five stars!" -- Sandra's Book Club "Definitely a light read that is great for summer! There were some scenes that made me laugh, some that made me swoon, and a few that made me want to cry �" the author did a great job of giving me feels ;)" -- The Slanted Bookshelf "I would recommend...to romance readers who want to be entertained enormously, and feel that heart squeeze only great main characters can give you. Four stars!" -- Harlequin Junkie Reviews