by Jodi Thomas

On April 3, 2012, my new story JUST DOWN THE ROAD was released.  I was walking the floor waiting for the birth of this book because I feel like it’s the best I’ve ever written.  A friend of mine commented that, over the last 36 books, I’ve said that a few times before, and I probably have, but I work to make each one better and this one shines.

For those readers who love stories that wrap around your heart, you’ll love this one.  It’s about the people of a small town who, though they think they live private lives also interact and change those around them.  I’ve really never thought of the people in my books as characters, for me they are people, as real in my mind as my neighbors.  They are wise and foolish, and loving…and unforgettable.

I think I fell in love with Tinch Turner when I first met him sitting outside the emergency room waiting to make sure all the guys he just beat up were going home with little more than bruised egos.  He’s the kind of guy Addison Spencer, the new town doctor, sees as tall, lean, walking trouble.  She thinks she wants nothing to do with him until she catches a glimpse of Tinch through his four year old nephew’s eyes.

JUST DOWN THE ROAD is about letting go of the past and stepping into new beginnings. It’s about learning to recognize what’s important in life. What lies closest to your heart. The stories in this little town blend together as the people touch each others’ lives and I think when the reader finishes, they’ll be surprised how much my characters have grown to matter to them.


When Tinch Turner lost his wife, he gave up on living. Now he spends his nights brooding, boozing and brawl-ing. When one of his escapades lands him in the ER, he finds himself staring up at the beautiful new doctor in town. For the first time in years, he feels a spark, but Addison Spencer wants nothing to do with the unruly rancher—or any man for that matter. She’s only in Harmony four months, long enough for the trouble she left behind to be over. But then a vulnerable little boy barrels into both of their lives, forcing them out of the past —and into a future where love is just down the road…

JUST DOWN THE ROAD
Sell date: April 3, 2012
Publisher: Berkley
ISBN: 978-0425246924
Retail price: USA $ 7.99

I hope everyone will walk into Harmony with me, stop off at the diner and stay a while.  You might just feel right at home.

Enjoy my newest story, 

Jodi Thomas

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By Berkley, Giveaways23 Comments on Jodi Thomas takes us Just Down the Road

23 Replies to “Jodi Thomas takes us Just Down the Road”

  1. It sounds like Addison is just what Tinch needs to cure his bad boy, lonesome blues! What will he do to get her to stay? I’d love to read JUST DOWN THE ROAD!

  2. How nice of Tinch to make sure everyone he fought was okay. This book sounds amazing. Can’t wait to read it to see what happens between Addison and Tinch and how he gets her to stay in town.

  3. Some of my favorite themes are in this book! I will definitely look for “Just Down the Road”. Thank you for the giveaway —

  7. I’ve never heard the name Tinch before! A baby born in my town was just named Cinch; I hadn’t heard that name before either. Tinch Turner has a nice ring to it, and the story sounds really good, too.

  8. This sounds like a wonderful book! Amazing what things you’ll notice through the eyes of a child.

  9. And as a reader, everytime I read a new book from a beloved author, I am sure it will be the best one yet and it usally is!!

  10. I love the idea of letting the past go so you can grab hold of the future. Just Down the Road sounds like a lovely story. I can’t wait to read it.

  12. I love Jodi’s books and I can’t wait to read this one. I have read one in this series and want to read more. I am having computer issues right now so having problems doing my blogs. Hubby is working on it right now, so hope to get it back soon. He is fixing to reload it. Caught a virus yesterday that wiped it out. Hope to get my computer back soon

  13. I do like stories with characters who have had tough times but find the strength to go on.

  14. I promise to hook you onto Harmony once you’ve read one! Good news for JUST DOWN THE ROAD: It scored #13 on Publishers Weekly and #15 on NY Times! Thanks to all my readers!

  17. Jodi, I have enjoyed every one of your stories that I have read. Your characters are people we can relate to understand. They, their problems, their joys, and their lives are something we can relate to and understand. It is obvious you care about your characters and in turn give us a story that makes us care too.
    As with your other books, I look forward to reading JUST DOWN THE ROAD. I hope the release is going well, and am certain it will be another winner.

  19. What a beautiful post. I would love to read the book. I haven’t read anything of yours, Jodi, but I’m putting you on my list now. 🙂

  21. Tinch sounds like an interesting and unusual guy. Can’t wait to read this one. I have enjoyed reading some of your other books.

  22. Hi Jodi! I have never had the pleasure of reading one of your books before. Just Down The Road sounds like a wonderful story and I am looking forward to reading it as well as some of your other books. Thanks for the giveaway!

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