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Flirting with Forty: A Novel Kindle Edition

by Jane Porter (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 129 ratings
Now a Lifetime movie, Jane Porter's beloved novel follows a divorced single mom who finds an unexpected, forbidden romance with a much younger man while on vacation in Hawaii.

He got the second home and the Porsche. She got the kids and a broken heart. Now Jackie, post-divorce and heading toward the big four-oh, is on vacation in sunny and staring down her upcoming birthday-alone. But not for long. She's soon falling for Kai, her gorgeous, much younger surf instructor, and the wild passionate fling they have becomes the biggest surprise of Jackie's life.

Back home in Seattle, Jackie has to struggle with single parenthood...and memories of Kai. He hasn't forgotten her. Yet thousands of miles of ocean-not to mention an age difference that feels even wider-separate them. And, of course, her friends disapprove. When a choice must be made, can she, will she risk everything for her chance at happiness?
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  1. Print length
    303 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    5 Spot
  4. Publication date
    May 12, 2008
  5. File size
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Editorial Reviews

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In Porter's second dip into the chick lit pool (after The Frog Prince), Seattle single mom Jackie Laurens begins wondering how important happiness is: divorced with two kids and a thriving decorating business, she assumes she's happy, but can't help feeling like something's missing. When her married friend, Anne, arranges for the two of them to indulge in a Hawaiian getaway in honor of Jackie's 40th birthday, Jackie agrees. Anne backs out at the last second, but Jackie decides to suffer through the vacation solo. Hawaii is gorgeous, but the hotel pool deck groans under the weight of middle-aged men whose coarse chutzpah is only overshadowed by their flabby bellies. Just before she resigns herself to the depressing prospects, she meets Kai, a sexy, tan and much younger surfing instructor. Life doesn't get better, only more complicated as Jackie tries to balance the sultry, sweaty joys of Hawaii and Kai with the obligations of motherhood. Porter's romance roots show in the gratuitous sex scenes and in how easily tears flow from Jackie's eyes, but this book fits the bill as a calorie-free accompaniment for a poolside daiquiri. (July)
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Divorced with two kids, Jackie Laurens is facing her fortieth birthday, and she is depressed. Hr friend Anne decides that they should go to Hawaii to celebrate but backs out once they're at the airport. So, Jackie goes solo. She has never done anything like this before and is full of trepidation. The trip turns into a series of firsts, including surfing lessons and sex with Kai, her young, hunky instructor. Jackie realizes it's a cliche, but she can't stop thinking of Kai after she gets home. Over the next few months, she makes several return trips to the island. Even though her friends are no longer supportive of her, Jackie can't let go of Kai--until her daughter is hospitalized while Jackie is away. Riddled with guilt, she breaks off the relationship, but what she thinks is the end is only the beginning of her issues with Kai. Readers of a certain age will find much to empathize with in this amusing, poignant, and compelling story. Maria Hatton
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0011UGLRO
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ 5 Spot (May 12, 2008)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 12, 2008
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.6 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 303 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars 129 ratings

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Jane Porter

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USA Today, and New York Times bestselling author of 75+ romances and women's fiction titles, Jane Porter has been a finalist for the prestigious RITA award six times, with her Tule Publishing novella, Take Me, Cowboy, winning the Novella Category July 2014. Today, Jane has over 15 million copies in print, including her wildly popular Flirting with Forty, a novel picked by Redbook Magazine as it's Red Hot Summer Read in 2006 before being turned into a Lifetime movie in 2008 starring Heather Locklear. In 2021 two of Jane's Taming of the Sheenan romances were turned into original movies for the Great American Family Network. Jane holds an MA in Writing from the University of San Francisco and makes her home in sunny San Clemente, CA with her surfer husband, three sons, and three dogs. You can learn more about Jane at janeporter.com.

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Customers find the book engaging and easy to read. They appreciate the believable storyline and find the adventures of Jackie and Kai enjoyable. The book is described as sweet and poignant, though opinions differ on the pacing - some find it engaging and meaningful, while others consider it slow and uninspiring.

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Customers find the book easy to read and entertaining. They say it's a great book for book clubs and provides hope.

"Entertaining, but only romance." Read more

"loved this book. super entertaining and an easy read. gives me hope :)" Read more

"This is a great book to read in a book club of girls who like to dream! I could read this book over and over again...." Read more

"Loved the book! Such a good book for summertime." Read more

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Customers find the book easy to read and entertaining.

"This book was pretty good. Easy reading and a romantic story. This 40 year old is divorced and trying to find a new life for herself...." Read more

"loved this book. super entertaining and an easy read. gives me hope :)" Read more

"...I could read this book over and over again. It is a great read, so easy to read that you can read again and again." Read more

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Customers enjoy the believable storyline. They find the book engaging and feel like they are part of the adventure.

"...I love the adventures of Jackie and Kai and how Jackie finally grows up and feels good about herself" Read more

"...This book just grabs you and pulls you into the story and makes you feel as if you are there...." Read more

"...The storyline here is very believable. Enjoy ;)" Read more

3 customers mention "Taste"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoyed the book. They found it sweet and poignant, not just about sex.

"...I couldn't put it down and finished the book in 2 days - it was so good!..." Read more

"...This one is very yummy and not just in a hot sex kinda way. The storyline here is very believable. Enjoy ;)" Read more

"Sweet, poignant book about turning 40 and being a divorced single mom...." Read more

5 customers mention "Pacing"3 positive2 negative

Customers have differing views on the pacing of the book. Some find it poignant and uplifting, portraying the loss of true selves and giving hope. Others describe it as boring and uninspiring.

"...Definitely a book to uplift any woman who is feeling down in the dumps about her life. I look forward to a sequel!..." Read more

"...BORING! And totally uninspirational...." Read more

"...and how easily we lose our true selves....this book eloquently portrays that and gives hope that we can come back to our true selves." Read more

"...I liked her earlier books but this one is a waste of time and money." Read more

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  • Shopper
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2021
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    I have loved this book since I saw a part of it in women’s day many years ago. I love the adventures of Jackie and Kai and how Jackie finally grows up and feels good about herself
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  • CrabbyMom16
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet, poignant book about turning 40 and being a divorced single mom.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2023
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    It's a story about finding yourself or a mid life crisis for a woman. Could be a story for any age of womanhood who hasn't really found herself or the self confidence to really live and enjoy life.
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  • T. Boldry
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fun read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2009
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    This is a great book, especially for women who ever fantasize about escaping ex-husbands and day-to-day struggles with work and kids.
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  • Stacye0925
    3.0 out of 5 stars Very slow
    Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2022
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    Had a hard time finishing this book. Really slow
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  • Hoogie Mom
    5.0 out of 5 stars Flirty and Sexy Read
    Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2006
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    I began reading this book through the excerps in the Redbook Magazine and had to have the book!

    This book just grabs you and pulls you into the story and makes you feel as if you are there. I couldn't put it down and finished the book in 2 days - it was so good!

    Definitely a book to uplift any woman who is feeling down in the dumps about her life. I look forward to a sequel!

    The author is amazing as well! I sent her an email to let her know how much I enjoyed the book and she responded almost immediately! Very impressive!
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  • WendyMWT
    5.0 out of 5 stars Better than the movie
    Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2019
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    I love this movie, so I got the book. As usual, the book is even better, and as a 40+ woman, I fully understand the struggles of career, motherhood, other people's expectations, and how easily we lose our true selves....this book eloquently portrays that and gives hope that we can come back to our true selves.
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  • Chris S
    5.0 out of 5 stars WARNING! BORING AND PEDANTIC!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2017
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    I loved the movie made from this book so I bought it based on all the positive (Amazon) reviews and now I'm sorry I did.
    The first few chapters go on endlessly about Jackie, who is turning forty, and her insecurities. BORING! And totally uninspirational.
    Half way through the book I wanted to throw it across the room in frustration but decide to donate it to charity instead.
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  • Jeanne Kenned
    4.0 out of 5 stars A great read!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2020
    Flirting with Forty by Jane Porter is about Jackie, a soon to be forty year old recently divorced mother of two young children. Jackie is overwhelmed about doing everything alone caring for her children, operating a successful business and feels totally left out as her inner circle of friends are all married. She goes on a birthday vacation to Hawaii, meets a much younger surfing instructor, returns home determined to restart her life, stop being miserable and live the life that makes her happy. I received a copy of this book in the mail, and it’s my opinion that woman, even married ones, need to read this and yes, even men, I think, could benefit from reading it. It is a romantic story that is heartwarming with some humor in it as well. In my opinion, the author totally captured the essence of how women cope with balancing careers while raising their children alone and trying to adjust after the emotional upset and trauma of life after divorce.
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  • Martin H
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Read, Even for a Bloke!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 13, 2017
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    As a relatively older man, you might wonder why I was reading this, but it’s a genre that is such fun - I also like rom-com too! This is a great read that certainly gives insights into the trials island tribulations of this soccer-mom! I totally felt for her as she moved her life forwards from the stuckness of her responsibilities from her completely unpleasant husband. I dissociate myself from his dismissal of this strong woman who seeks adventure against all the odds. A true template for women to be themselves, even to the disdain of her envious ‘sisters’. Men could learn a lot from reading this and oh, it’s funny too, between the angst. Will seek out her other book now!
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  • Lia
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it..
    Reviewed in India on March 7, 2016
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    Quite a emotional read. Loved it.
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  • jo jo
    5.0 out of 5 stars I saw the film a while back and loved it and wondered if it was available as a ...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 23, 2014
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    I saw the film a while back and loved it and wondered if it was available as a book and I discovered it on Amazon. A fab holiday read, basically it's about a 40 year old woman who has been left with her 2 kids after her and her husband split up. She decides to take a short break with a friend to Hawaii and there she meets Kai who is alot younger than her. the relationship blossoms and without spoiling it, the ending is good. I would love to read more books by Jane Porter, an easy to read chicklit book.
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  • Susanne Fletcher
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 12, 2014
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    Enjoyed reading the book but loved the DVD more!!!
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