Real Men Knit, Kwana Jackson
Real Men Knit, Kwana Jackson
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Real Men Knit

Author: Kwana Jackson

Narrator: Keylor Leigh

Unabridged: 8 hr 52 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Published: 05/19/2020


Synopsis

"If you're looking for an easy charmer, this is the novel for you."—Shondaland
 
When their foster-turned-adoptive mother suddenly dies, four brothers struggle to keep open the doors of her beloved Harlem knitting shop.

Jesse Strong is known for two things: his devotion to his adoptive mom, Mama Joy, and his reputation for breaking hearts. When Mama Joy unexpectedly passes away, he and his brothers have different plans for what to do with Strong Knits, their neighborhood knitting store. Jesse wants to keep the store open. His brothers want to tie off loose ends and close shop....

Part-time shop employee Kerry Fuller has kept her crush on Jesse a secret. When she overhears his impassioned plea to his brothers to keep the knitting shop open, she volunteers to help. Unlike Jesse, Kerry knows the “knitty-gritty” of the business, and together they make plans to reinvent Strong Knits for a new generation.

But the more time they spend together, the stronger the chemistry builds between them. Kerry, knowing Jesse’s history, doesn’t believe their relationship can last longer than she can knit one, purl two. But Jesse is determined to prove to her that he can be the man for her forever and always. After all, real men knit.

About The Author

USA Today bestselling author and native New Yorker Kwana Jackson spent her formative years on the A train where she had two dreams: (1) to be a fashion designer and (2) to be a writer. After spending more than ten years designing women’s sportswear for various fashion houses, Kwana took a leap of faith and decided to pursue her other dream of being a writer. A longtime advocate of equality and diversity in romance (#WeNeedDiverseRomance), Kwana is the mother of twins and currently lives in a suburb of New York with her husband.


Reviews

Goodreads review by emma on August 09, 2020

Most romance novels are incredibly unrealistic, for many reasons including “men are usually not nice, let alone extravagantly loving” and “wait, these two people managed to meet without some sort of app” and, last but not least, “this romance manages to start out grand and romantic and continue to b......more

Goodreads review by Chelsea on April 14, 2020

While this definitely falls more under the umbrella of family fiction, the slow burning romance was a nice addition to the mix. If you're looking for a feel good novel that allowed me to visit Harlem in a way that the author has experienced it, please give this one a pre-order! *Many thanks to the pu......more

Goodreads review by Chelsea on July 09, 2020

This book unfortunately was just.. kinda boring? I feel like nothing really happened for the majority of the book, and then when things were actually happening I didn't feel much of any chemistry between the two main characters. This book wasn't bad, it just wasn't for me. Womp :c......more

Goodreads review by Jennifer ~ TarHeelReader on May 16, 2020

Real Men Knit is an engaging story full of heart. Four brothers lose their adoptive mother, who happened to own a knitting shop in Harlem. They come together to save the shop. Oh my gosh, I loved these characters. Mama Joy was once their foster mother and later adopted the brothers. There are sprink......more

Goodreads review by Tucker on May 26, 2020

After digesting this book further, I am dropping my rating to 3 stars. This book just doesn't warrant anything above that rating. This was marketed as a romance but it, in my opinion, wasn't that. This was more of a contemporary family fiction with heavy themes. I liked the way the story carried out a......more


Quotes

One of OprahMag.com’s Best Romances of 2020

"Readers who adore snappy family banter and feel-good romance won't want to miss this one."—NPR

"A big-hearted, warm, funny story of community, family and unexpected romance, Real Men Knit is an absolute winner."—Kristan Higgins, New York Times bestselling author

"Such a fantastic read, complete with an emotion-filled romance, and a cast of characters I’m so looking forward to seeing again."—Nalini Singh, New York Times bestselling author

"Gorgeous, funny, sexy, smart."—Penny Reid, New York Times bestselling author

“I loved every word of Real Men Knit. It’s a sweet and satisfying slow-burn of a romance about what knits us together as family, friends, and lovers. I can’t wait for the next installment of the Old Knitting Gang!”—Lyssa Kay Adams

"Kwana Jackson combines everything I look for in a story: family, heart, romance; and knits it into the perfect reading experience."—Farrah Rochon, USA Today bestselling author

“Kwana’s characters and vivid world-building leap off the page in this hilarious and heartwarming frenemies-to-lovers story.”—Andie J. Christopher, USA Today bestselling author

"This emotional, funny, and sexy friends-to-lovers romance introduces us to the enticing Strong brothers & has me clamoring for more!"—Priscilla Oliveras, USA Today bestselling author

“Like a hand-knit sweater, you’ll want to wrap yourself up in this delightful love story.”—Tracy Brogan, USA Today bestselling author 

"Reminiscent of Four Brothers, but completely original, Real Men Knit is heartfelt and romantic, hitting just the right notes of emotion."—Kennedy Ryan, Wall Street bestselling author

“With love and laughter, Kwana Jackson's contemporary romance Real Men Knit captured my imagination and held it from the very first page. I loved this book!"—Jenn McKinlay

"Jackson crafts a cute friends-to-lovers romance with a diverse cast of characters that emphasizes the importance of community and found family."—Booklist