Life Got In The Way


Fiction - Womens
336 Pages
Reviewed on 06/04/2016
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Reviewed by Lisa McCombs for Readers' Favorite

When Cameron Mitchell sits at his desk for the last time, he reflects upon his past and how he eventually arrived at this juncture in his life. His past loves and his current position. The consequences of decisions. The possibilities ahead. Little does he know that probably his greatest adventure is right around the corner. This is where it all begins. Life Got In The Way details the lives of Jackie and Dana, from their college years until Cameron returns to the picture. While Cameron is a major character in this novel, his presence takes a minor role throughout the body of the story while the reader concentrates on the past lives of Dana and Jackie. Two very different women with very similar goals, their relationship is testimony to the value of true friendship.

Life Got In The Way by Deborah J. Davis is a prime example of what happens when we allow that to happen. I appreciated the arrangement of plot details in this flashback format. The realistic nature of the story lends to its authenticity. The author’s command of English succeeds in telling an entertaining story. There is just the right amount of heartbreak, heart hope, and heart disappointments to deem this a winning tale for fans of women’s fiction. The plot conclusion has just enough suspense to hold the reader captive until the last page. I enjoyed this novel and really, really relate to the title. Life Got In The Way is the perfect title for this perfect addition to the summer reading list.

Tiffany Davis

Life Got In The Way by Deborah J. Davis is about two women named Dana Talbert and Jackie Colson, and the obstacles that take place within their lives over the years. The two women meet in college and form an instant bond that will prove to stand the test of time. They remind me of my years in college, and how life plans are always changing. The story starts off with the retirement of Cameron from a prestigious school after 27 years of service. He feels confident about his decision to retire, however, he can't help but wonder what would have happened if he and Dana had continued their romantic relationship.

This story had an old school effect and made me smile as I read about the past love Cameron felt towards Dana. The story takes a weird turn when the story speeds up to modern day reality where Dana Talbert, who is the most relatable character to myself, is living the ideal life with her husband, Bob. Unexpectedly, Bob is diagnosed with stage four lung cancer, and is given a few months to live by the doctors. Dana has an overflow of emotions and this makes it an easier read because things beyond our control always occur in everyday life.

Life Got In The Way by Deborah J. Davis started off a little confusing, but as the story progressed it became very addictive. I enjoyed the storyline of both women and could totally relate to a lot of the circumstances that happened to both Jackie and Dana. After reading this book, the overall theme of the story appears to be to follow your heart and that life is not promised, so live each day like it's your last.