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The Wildwater Walking Club: Step by Step: Book 3 of The Wildwater Walking Club series Kindle Edition

by Claire Cook (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 152 ratings
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#1 Amazon Bestseller in Walking!

“As with the other books in The Wildwater Walking Club series, Step by Step is a wonderful ode to reinvention, to new beginnings, and to friendship more resilient than the rubber sole on a walking shoe. I loved every minute of it.”—Book Perfume

“The Wildwater Walking Club: Step by Step is a terrific character study, a lesson in the power of positive and honest self-reflection, and, of course, a wise and laugh-provoking look at our human foibles. Claire Cook strikes again.”—Book Reporter

Instead of focusing on actually finding some health coach clients, Noreen is dividing her time between sabotaging her relationship with Rick and disaster-fantasizing about ending up living in a tent by the side of the road. Tess is ready to downsize, but can she really figure out how to move on and live small? Rosie is completely overwhelmed with life on the lavender farm, and it doesn’t help matters that Rosie’s dad and Noreen’s mom are conducting most of their romantic interludes at her house.

They thought they’d have their lives all figured out by now. But change is blowing in along with the crisp fall air, and they’re finding out that life for 40-to-forever women is not for sissies. Hitting the road again might be just what The Wildwater Walking Club needs.

Join Noreen, Tess and Rosie as they walk and talk, talk and walk, share their secrets, and learn to take it step by step. You’ll be lacing up your own sneakers in no time!

From the New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author of Must Love Dogs, made into a romantic comedy movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack and now a 7-book series.

“A great feel-good story.”—Philadelphia Examiner

“Claire Cook (Must Love Dogs) has built a brand writing light-hearted women’s fiction blending kernels of the absurd and comedic in compulsively readable combinations.”— Shelf Awareness

“The Wildwater Walking Club is a quick smart read that will get you thinking about walking, friendship, and making time for the things you love.”— BookReporter

“Cook’s poignancy and sassy humor resonate with readers; her theme of reinvention uplifts and inspires.” —Savannah Magazine

“Readers who enjoy a celebration of friendship will want to walk alongside the Wildwater trio.”—Midwest Book Review

“A beach tote couldn’t ask for more.”— Kirkus

“Lively and inspiring!”— Hartford Courant

“The women of The Wildwater Walking Club are a delightful trio, full of heart and determination. As they—literally—put one foot in front of the other, the three new friends find unlikely paths that point them toward more fulfilling lives. Their journey left me genuinely inspired.”— Jean Reynolds Page

“Claire Cook has an original voice, sparkling style, and a window into family life that will make you laugh and cry.”— Adriana Trigiani

“Charming, engagingly quirky, and full of fun, Claire Cook just gets it.”— Meg Cabot

“Claire Cook infuses her novels with that sassy kind of offbeat humor that makes you giggle, shake your head, and then keep reading. And isn’t that what you want a beach book to do?” —Florida Today

“Claire Cook is wicked good.”— Jacquelyn Mitchard

“The Wildwater Walking Club reminds us of what’s important in life—the joy of friendship, the power of a brisk walk, and of course the importance of a good book. I couldn’t put it down.”—Anisha Lakhani

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CLAIRE COOK wrote her first book in her minivan at 45. At 50, she walked the red carpet at the Hollywood premiere of Must Love Dogs, starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, which is now a 7-book series. Claire is the New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author of 21 fun and inspiring books for 40-to-forever women.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08H2J5MWS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Marshbury Beach Books (August 30, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 30, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2444 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 290 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1942671016
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I wrote my first novel in my minivan at 45. At 50, I walked the red carpet at the Hollywood premiere of the adaptation of my second novel, Must Love Dogs, starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, which is now an 8-book series. I'm the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of 23 fun and inspiring books for 40-to-forever women.

If you have a buried dream, take it from me, it's Never Too Late to Shine On!

I was a teacher for sixteen years before writing my first book. I was born in Virginia, and lived for many years in Scituate, Massachusetts, a beach town between Boston and Cape Cod. After a stop in Atlanta, my husband and I now live on St. Simons Island, Georgia, which reminds us so much of Scituate, but without the snow!

I have the world's most fabulous readers, and I'm forever grateful to you all for giving me the gift of this late-blooming career.

Go to ClaireCook.com to stay in the loop new releases, giveaways and insider extras. While you're there, make sure you get your free gift, 41 Essential Quotes To Get Your Glow On, exclusively for newsletter subscribers.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
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Fun series, I could be friends with these ladies :)
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Fun series, I could be friends with these ladies :)
Step-by-step is the 3rd book in the wild water walking club series. 3 women, friends, all with some pretty overwhelming issues at a time in their lives where they thought they would have it all figured out. They support one another as they walk, often walking toward a tangible goal of a trip or an adventure. I've really enjoyed getting to know the characters of Norene, Rosie, & Tess. Fun, funny, quirky, real, with real issues. Love these ladies and hope there's another adventure in store for them!
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Beth Hoffman
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and engaging series!
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2020
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With her trademark wit, compassion, and keen observations into the strengths and fragilities of the human heart, Claire Cook has created a wonderfully entertaining series that celebrates friendships, family, and the power of transformation. I love Noreen, Tess, and Rosie. And while reading this book I felt like I was right there with them, in the thick of things, trying to navigate through life. Claire Cook is a master at crafting a multi-book series while making certain that each book can be easily read as a stand-alone. But to become fully engaged in the ongoing saga of these delightful women, I suggest reading the books in order. You’ll be glad you did!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Fun series, I could be friends with these ladies :)
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2022
Step-by-step is the 3rd book in the wild water walking club series. 3 women, friends, all with some pretty overwhelming issues at a time in their lives where they thought they would have it all figured out. They support one another as they walk, often walking toward a tangible goal of a trip or an adventure. I've really enjoyed getting to know the characters of Norene, Rosie, & Tess. Fun, funny, quirky, real, with real issues. Love these ladies and hope there's another adventure in store for them!
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Love My Bookish Life
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun series, I could be friends with these ladies :)
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2022
Step-by-step is the 3rd book in the wild water walking club series. 3 women, friends, all with some pretty overwhelming issues at a time in their lives where they thought they would have it all figured out. They support one another as they walk, often walking toward a tangible goal of a trip or an adventure. I've really enjoyed getting to know the characters of Norene, Rosie, & Tess. Fun, funny, quirky, real, with real issues. Love these ladies and hope there's another adventure in store for them!
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Patricia Anderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Brilliant!
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2020
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The Wildwater Walking Club entertains again with book 3 Step by Step. The adventures of Noreen, Tess and Rosie are heart warming and hilarious! You can't help but cheer for Noreen as she struggles with her inner demons. The parents add another level of humor to an already funny cast of characters. Looking forward to book 4 - you can always count on these women to lift your spirits!
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Janice Lawson
5.0 out of 5 stars The Wildwater Walking Club Books
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2021
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These books are so uplifting! My heart has been touched through each book. Hope to read more like these soon
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Gary Pachkoski
5.0 out of 5 stars Love Claire’s books!
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2021
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Awesome book! Beautiful message! Love Claire!
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Pamela Kramer
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely sequel to the first two books - you'll love it
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2020
Claire Cook, author of the popular "Must Love Dogs" series of delightful novels, once again displays her trademark humor and superb plot and character development in her latest entry in the equally entertaining "Wildwater Walking Club" series, "Step by Step."

For the uninitiated, we should explain that the Club is comprised of three women who have developed the happy habit of taking walks together, walks which afford each of them the opportunity to vent, to discuss their personal problems, to opine about their places in the world, and to share their trials and tribulations with the assurance that sympathetic ears are close by and listening. Each of the women -- Noreen, Tess, and Rosie -- is quick, bright, and often pretty darn messed-up.

In "Step by Step," Noreen is the primary object of our attention. She has left her long-time job upon accepting a generous buyout which guarantees her financial stability for eighteen months. She has decided to become a health-and-fitness coach, working independently, with plenty of time to develop a thriving new business.

Problem number one is that building such a business is far more difficult and confusing than she had imagined. But problem number two is both far more confusing and far more significant in her quest for personal happiness. It's the love problem. Her love (and her lover) is Rick, who, like Noreen, is struggling to find a new direction in his life. He's sensitive, artistic, smart, attractive, and sometimes very difficult to understand and accept. So Noreen, who is quite aware that she is also sometimes not quite herself an angel, begins to question if they are really a good fit. So does Rick. They argue, they separate, they both meet potential new love interests -- or so it seems to Noreen -- and they are both caught in embarrassing situations. To complicate matters even further, they are both too stubborn and proud to admit that they are acting self-destructively, selfishly, even childishly. Especially Noreen.

Her life, in fact, seems to be falling apart; she is bitter and depressed. Even her walking partners seem unwilling or unable to put up with her. But here is where Claire Cook's remarkable talents for character-building and character development assert themselves. Through all of Noreen's destructive behaviors and misadventures, Cook again displays her uncanny ability to make us laugh and to still love Noreen. And even as the character herself works on the tortuous path toward self-knowledge, Noreen never abandons her own sense of self-deprecatory humor, and all the other characters likewise consistently demonstrate their own abilities at quick rejoinders and witty perceptions.

So Noreen eventually does find the best of herself as she fully realizes her own shortcomings and learns how to deal with them, gain back a generous measure of self-respect, and win back the person she loves and the friends she needs. "Step by Step" is a terrific character study, a lesson in the power of positive and honest self-reflection, and, of course, a wise and laugh-provoking look at our human foibles. Claire Cook strikes again.
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Laurie Nerat
4.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring and fun, a perfect uplifting read
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2020
Some books feel like a visit with an old friend, and The Wildwater Walking Club: Step by Step is definitely one of those books. Noreen and her friends Tess and Rosie are once again walking their way through friendship, romance and all of the daily struggles of life. Included in the book are some fun and helpful recipes, including a recipe for lavender stress balls. Like many of us today, Noreen's life seems to be stalled and she is unsure what to do next. Following along with Noreen's journey, it is hard not to feel inspired to do some walking too.
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Alesandra
1.0 out of 5 stars So disappointing after reading so many of this author's books
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2022
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So many of Claire Cook's books are very witty and sharp with great writing and many laugh out loud moments. I found this one to have almost none of these qualities. Noreen, the main character, seemed like a whiny child, worrying about so many small things. The plot of her boyfriend making a dozen planters with her face on them -- was just meh.
I loved the first book of the Wild Water Walking Club, this one did not give me the entertainment and satisfaction that Ms. Cook's other books have consistently provided.
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