Synopsis: Good girls go to heaven. Bad girls go all the way…
What can be worse than electrocuting yourself while getting ready for your internet date? Realizing the hot stud you’ve been fondling is the Grim Reaper? Being chased by a sex-crazed, bloated, naked corpse?
How about an eternity of more bad hair days and horrific dates? Or lusting after the one guy in all the afterlife whose hydrophobia rivals his fear of commitment?
Yeah, that’s a whole lot worse.
Review: When I saw the book, I knew I would have the opportunity to have a light story, without brainstorming and of course, full of humor. And I was not mistaken, I actually had it all to my greatest pleasure. It’s always nice to have such a story at this time of the year.
Ash has never really had much luck, and her death does not help the situation. Electrocuted while she was getting ready for a date taken on the internet, she will have to accept her new situation. Oh yes, because it is difficult to understand that it’s the end when a sexy reaper comes to take you.
I confess that their meeting made me laugh. Ash is determined to make him see all the colors. And while he has a strict schedule, he will have to manage this woman who does not accept her condition and wants proof of his identity and apparently flirting may well be the solution. But then he takes her to heaven, the last level (on 13), where all good souls meet, and Ash will discover there the most wonderful place in the world. Oh yes, because here everything is beautiful, you can have whatever you want, eat without gaining weight (yes it is specified). But you know what Ash prefers in all this? Don’t you? Well a valet is assigned to her, someone who can take the face of everyone she wants. Why is he there? To satisfy her desires! Yes all her desires. And of course, Grim is the one she wants.
Another scene that also made me smile more than once? The next morning when Grim appears, understanding that the servant looks like him and knows what happened with her. But Ash’s reaction when she learned that she did not actually earn her presence in paradise and should go down a level to earn points, was really fun. Oh yes because purgatory is not at all governed by the same rules. Oh no! And our heroine will have to quickly get used to this new environment, even if it’s hard, oh yes, very hard. But with a neighbor like Grim, she may well make sacrifices.
I really had a good time with the book, even if it is true that the story is not original, Ash is full of bad luck and whatever she tries, it does not work out. Yet in this context, she will also meet some adorable characters who will help and follow her in her choices. Whether her neighbor, always there to give her some advices or Grim. Oh man! I think we all want a guy like that at home. He is kind, funny and above all, compassionate. He tries to help Ash his best, to be present for her, not to take advantage of her and it’s true that it was very touching to see him do so. I must say they are both endearing. Then we have Ash. Ah yes, that’s another matter. She may not be very nice, but she is not bad either. She is just trying to exist and continue her life as she has always done it. But in this place, there are all kinds of people and she is very good at making enemies.
I will not say more because it is very easy to tell you everything and I may have already said too much, but in any case I had a great time with this novel. I did not expect the end of the book with such a situation for Ash but I admit that I’m curious to read on to see what the author has in store for us. This is certainly a perfect read for a relaxing time.
aurian
It sure sounds like a fun story Melliane, adding this one to my wishlist!
Melliane
it was a cute and light one. I liked it.
Carmel @ Rabid Reads
Sometimes mindless reads can be just what the doctor ordered, especially after a particularly stressful day. I think it helped that you knew what to expect going in because that way you weren’t disappointed by the unoriginal story, and it still managed to surprise you in a few days which is always a bonus.
Melliane
Yes yoou’re right, it was cute and it’s nice to have a book like that from time to time.
Jennifer Bielman
This sounds so fun!! I want to try it out.
Melliane
yes it was a really fun one!
Joy (Joyousreads)
I need one of these reads. Something to clear the palate, so to speak.
This sounds fun! 🙂
Melliane
it’s nice to have something like that from time to time.
Tracy Terry
Sounds like this is full of the tongue in cheek humour that I really enjoy. Great review, thanks for recommending such a fun read.
Melliane
it was nice.
kindlemom1
It is hard to say no to a sexy reaper. 😉
Melliane
right?
Silvia
It surely sounds like a fun read, and I love that Good girls go to heaven. Bad girls go all the way… 🙂
Thanks for the suggestion, I could try this one!
Melliane
it was fun for a light read
Kristi-The Book Faery
This sounds like a fun book! Thanks for sharing! Fantastic review, Melliane!
Melliane
thank you!
Stephanie Faris
That book cover and title just SCREAMS fun. Looks like a great read!
Melliane
yes and it is!
Kirsty-Marie
Even the cover is fun! Love ones that make you laugh (especially scenes and conversations, though, I hate it when you’re reading in public because awkward, haha) But, hey, a story that isn’t exactly original isn’t that bad, especially when its sounds as fun as this. 🙂
Melliane
LOl you’re right. Yes I had a good time with it.
Maja (The Nocturnal Library)
Sometimes, I just need entertainment, pure and simple. Not originality, or even a whole lot of character development. Just a story that makes me laugh and perhaps even swoon here and there. This seems to be just the thing. Great review.
Melliane
yes it’s sweet and fun and so light! perfect from time to time.
blodeuedd
I do like the relaxing time books .)
Melissa (Books and Things)
Oh yea, these kind of reads can be so perfect! I will have to remember this one when I need a palate cleanser book. 🙂
anna@herding cats & burning soup
That does sound cute. I enjoy those light easy reads that are just good fun like that 🙂
Lola @ Hit or Miss Books
I don’t think this is for me, because character with unending bad luck kind of frustrate me. 😛 But I must admit that I’m on the fence with this one. Not original story? hmmmm glad you enjoyed though 😀