
Things We Never Got Over
by Lucy Score
Stranded in a small town with a surly barber who wants nothing to do with her — until he can't stay away.
Tropes & Themes
About This Book
In the small, rugged town of Knockemout, Virginia, Naomi Witt arrives to assist her estranged twin sister, Tina, only to find herself abandoned with an unexpected responsibility: Tina's 11-year-old daughter, Waylay. With no car, job, or home, Naomi is thrust into a community that mistakes her for her sister, leading to misunderstandings and challenges as she navigates her new role as a guardian.
Amidst this upheaval, Naomi encounters Knox Morgan, a solitary barber and recent lottery winner who prefers a quiet life. Initially dismissive of Naomi's situation, Knox's protective instincts are eventually stirred, and he offers her assistance. As Naomi and Knox's paths intertwine, they confront personal traumas and the complexities of their evolving relationship, all while facing external threats that test their resilience and connection.
The narrative unfolds with a blend of humor and tension, capturing the essence of small-town life and the transformative power of unexpected bonds. The story delves into themes of family, redemption, and the courage to embrace new beginnings, set against the backdrop of a community that is both challenging and endearing.
What Readers Say
Readers praise the authentic small-town atmosphere that enriches the romance. Many commend the character development, noting believable growth in both protagonists. Fans appreciate the blend of humor and emotional depth, making it a compelling read. Some readers find the book's length excessive, leading to pacing issues. Content warnings include explicit language, sexual content, and alcohol use.
Rating Distribution
Based on 27 Open Library ratings
Reader Reviews
7 curated reviewspauline
Mar 31, 2022
I GENUINELY CANNOT EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVED THIS BOOK?!?!?!!?Nearly two weeks after reading the book am I now writing the review and it’s safe to say I haven’t stopped thinking about it. I’M NOT EVEN KIDDING. I’m itching to pick up the book and flip through my tabbed pages and there’s A LOTTTTT. My guess would be over 150 tabs?!? Idk, give or take 🤷♀️This book came at a time where I was waiting for the next book to WOWWWW me, and mannnnn, did this not disappoint. I was hooked from the START!!!It’s always a struggle for me to start a book because there’s always that lull at the beginning when
Anovelqueen
Jan 21, 2022
***4.5 STARS***This is my first book by Lucy Score but it will definitely not be my last.Naomi comes to the small town of Knockemout after leaving her fiancée at the alter and to come help her twin sister Tina. When she gets to town she realizes her sister had caused all kinds of hell in town and has a bad reputation. In fact she is thought to be her sister when she goes to the local cafe and Knox Morgan shows up to “escort” her out of town. The couple are thrown together and Naomi realizes that she has an eleven year old niece that she knew nothing about which ties her to the small town.Very
jessica
Aug 8, 2022
i surprisingly liked this a lot more than i thought i would!i mean, dont get me wrong. there are some flaws. the writing is basic, the characters dont act their age (which is in their 30-40s!) and the book is longer than it needs to be, but i was wholly invested in the story regardless.and its probably im a sucker for tropes. i enjoyed the sunshine x grumpy character dynamics, the small town setting was perfect for gossip and forced proximity, and the sudden/new parenthood also surprisingly worked for me (probably because way was an awesome kid)!overall, this is exactly the kind of entertainme
Isabella. R
Jan 15, 2022
4 Tied Up In Fucking Knots Stars ⭐Things We Never Got Over was an entertaining hate to love saga. Considering this is a long ass book involving a mistaken identity, an irritated Viking and a whole lot of family drama, it kept me amused and engaged.“You’re telling me he’s a grumpy, overprotective hottie next-door and you’re not going to sleep with him? How wasteful.”People pleaser Naomi Witt is doing what she does best. Cleaning up another mess her deadbeat twin sister has left behind. But this time around the stakes a much higher. Becoming a guardian to a niece she never knew existed is just a
EmBibliophile
Sep 8, 2022
3 starsSomething worth mentioning here, is that the most mature character was the eleven years old kid.It’s a good book with a good story. Yes it kinda dragged. Maybe a lot. The characters didn’t really act their age. Despite the length of the book, not everything was tied well. The hero was kinda over the top jerk and the breakup didn’t make any sense and really frustrated me, Which brings us to the fact that I might’ve accepted those actions from a college boy not a grown 40 sth man. On the other hand; the heroine has the greatest best gay friend. I loved Stef so much. The kid was amazing. T
Júlia
May 22, 2022
Be warned, if you love this book, do not read this review. I am not showing it any mercy. To say I had massive expectations is an understatement. I jumped into this knowing I was getting into a romcom. I was waiting for people we meet on vacation feels or Wall of Winnipeg swoons and I got a big pile of the most obnoxious, insufferable writing and plot devices I've seen in a looooong time. This author managed to write the same book twice... inside of the same book. Does that make sense? Let's start with the fact that this was nearly 700 pages long and every time the main character POUTED bec
