Big Girl Panties

Holly Brennan is a young widow hiding behind weight gain and sweatpants, stuck in a rut of grief and self-neglect. When she meets Logan Montgomery, a tough-as-nails celebrity trainer, on a cross-country flight, she reluctantly agrees to let him help her transform her life. What begins as a physical fitness journey becomes something much deeper as Holly discovers her own strength, resilience, and capacity for joy again. Meanwhile, Logan has his own emotional walls to break down, making their professional relationship increasingly complicated. This contemporary romance tackles themes of personal growth, overcoming grief, and learning to take risks on yourself and others. Evanovich balances humor with genuine emotion, creating a story about finding your confidence and refusing to play it safe. The novel's appeal lies in its honest portrayal of transformation—not just physical, but emotional and psychological—wrapped in a sweet, steamy romance. It's ultimately a feel-good story about putting on your "big girl panties" and facing life head-on, complete with witty banter, genuine chemistry, and a satisfying journey toward self-acceptance and second chances at love.