> What Reviewers Are Saying <

K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite: "The plot is filled with brilliant twists and turns to keep readers on their toes, making for a wild emotional rollercoaster that is equal parts hilarious, heartbreaking, and unforgettable." 5/5 stars

Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite: "Impresses with its sharp, authentic writing and a depth... but it's when the narrative shifts to a more emotionally intense moment that the writing truly stands out, capturing the weight of fear, regret, and anger with a rawness that feels powerful. This is intelligent, witty, and piercing fiction. Very highly recommended." 5/5 stars

Asher Syed for Readers' Favorite: "Far more than a linear coming-out story, it is a complicated emotional journey wrapped in moments of aching realism, where love is messy, bravery is personal, and healing never comes easy. Readers are given an honest portrayal of what it means to be human, flawed, and trying. This novel lingers—raw, real, and ultimately redemptive." 5/5 stars

Literary Titan: "The dialogue snaps with authenticity, the slang hits just right, and the pacing is mad. One minute you're laughing at a wild Monaro test drive, and the next you're cringing through John's brutal Sunday family lunch, dripping with micro-aggressions, classism, and suppressed rage. It's handled with unflinching honesty. It doesn't glorify or overexplain, it just lets you sit in the horror of it. It messed me up a little. That's powerful storytelling. The emotional rollercoaster is real, and I didn't wanna get off. It's not tidy. It's not polished. It's real. And that's exactly what makes John's Heartbreak stick. Jezbon wrote something that lingers."

> Real Aussies: John's Heartbreak (Book Blurb) <

John, a twenty-four-year-old top car salesman at Inner West Holden, is waiting to buy the dealership that changed his life, his family's future will be set, and he can finally outshine his brother. You beaut!

Sydney is thrown back to the late 70s and early 80s in this Aussie epic that sees John navigate the explosive consequences of his ill-thought actions, his wife's destructive wake, and the unexpected feelings he has for his nurse; his male nurse... oh crap!

Amid drag queens, nightclubs, drugs, and iconic decade-defining music, John struggles with his identity, whilst trying to secure the custody of his two sons. With a batshit crazy family and a chaotic trip to Kiama, John's life spirals out of control.

This rich multi-decade LGBT quasi-hetero romantic drama, written by an Aussie nomad, is layered with deep emotion and complex relationships. Profound, soul touching, and reflective, this novel opens questioning the impact of all life's choices.

Perfect for that weekend curled up in bed with a box of tissues, chocolates, and ice cream.