Lindas Book Obsession Reviews “After We Break” by Jill Hannah Anderson, Red Adept Publishing, March 17, 2026

Jill Hannah Anderson, the Author of “After We Break” has written an emotional, heartfelt, intriguing and captivating novel with the Historical Background of the Vietnam War. The Genres for this novel are : Contemporary Women’s Fiction, and Historical Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Coming of Age, Divorce and Family Fiction. I appreciate that Jill Hannah Anderson mentions a time in History that was both unpopular, and difficult for the men and women who served our country. Breaking free from the emotional restraints of war, and also difficult times in our lives take courage and conviction. In this well written book, this author vividly describes small town living vs. big city living, the plot, and the dramatic and colorful characters. The characters are complex, complicated, flawed, and confused by different choices. The female protagonist, Eden Everson, is a divorced, single mom that shares custody of her son, Ryan. Eden feels like she is in a pressure cooker, while at work, and also trying to be a great mother. While Eden is clearing out her apartment, she discovers a Vietnam POW bracelet that her Mom had worn decades ago. Eden is curious, and discovers that the person who the POW bracelet is still alive today. The man lives in a small town, and Eden wants to return and meet this man.

Eden falls in love with the town, and becomes good friends with David, the gentleman who had the bracelet. Eden is also revisiting a newer and better life away from her toxic job in the city. She discovers many things that her son Ryan would like to do. At the same time, this might be a great opportunity to live her dream. Her ex-husband was manipulative and controlling and prefers the city life, and they do share custody. Ryan is a young boy, and would have to make adjustments. There are new friends and opportunities. Is it possible to break free, and take a chance? I love the references to the music, and the snippets of his life, when David, the veteran opens up. I appreciate that the author discusses the importance of family, friends, community, neighbors, love and hope. I highly recommend this book.