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Moody Paperback – August 22, 2022

by Penelope Ward (Author), Jessica Royer Ocken (Editor)
4.4 out of 5 stars 2,592 ratings
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From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Ward, comes a new standalone novel.
The day I showed up to Dax Moody’s sprawling home, I had no idea what was coming.
As a traveling massage therapist, I was used to entering the houses of strangers.
But this assignment was different from any before it.
From the outside, I’d correctly assumed the owner was rich. What I didn’t realize was that he would be younger than I’d imagined, single, stunningly gorgeous, and mysterious.
Despite the fact that Dax had booked a massage, it never actually happened, since our first appointment was unexpectedly cut short by a comedy of errors.
Certain I’d never see him again after that day, I’d done nothing but think about the captivating man.
To my surprise, he called a second time. That appointment, we talked a lot, developing a stronger connection. But once again, there was no actual massage.
The man I now affectionately called “Moody” kept calling me to come back.
It took three times before I finally gave him the massage he’d ordered. Let’s just say it was challenging to keep things professional. I was extremely attracted to Dax, and by that time, I was falling hard.
Eventually, I’d find out why he’d been so aloof, the reason why he and I could never be together.
Our story was supposed to end there, but it didn’t.
Instead, I was left perpetually longing for a forbidden man.
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    August 22, 2022
  4. Dimensions
    5 x 0.84 x 8 inches
  5. ISBN-10
    1951045815
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1951045814
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Moody is not only on my Best of 2022 list; it's one of this summer's hottest reads!
-Kindle Crack Book Reviews

I finished this book in one sitting and I can't tell you the last time that has happened.
-Shelly's Book Corner

If I could give it 10 stars I would!
-Stacie, Goodreads

Utterly captivating...This is Penelope Ward at her best! Trust me YOU WILL fall head over heels for this book.
-Women Who Stare At Books

Tenderness, angst, steaminess and more importantly, compelling storytelling—this is what I call romance. Bravo!
-Kindle Friends Forever

One of the best reads of 2022!
-Tj Loves To Read Blog

This story took me to another place that I felt I haven't been to in a long time.
-Brittany's Book Blog

An incredible journey filled with wisdom and unconditional love!
-Kim, Goodreads

Dax and Wren's story is my favorite by far by Penelope.
-Cat's Guilty Pleasure

Moody is not just a slow burn friends-to-lovers romance. This book is so much more complicated than that with a twist that you won't see coming.
-Livelyreads

Extremely well written, great plot, solid character development.
-Ashley, Goodreads

Like NOTHING I've ever read before.
-Ninfa, Goodreads

Be prepared for all the feels.
-Alicia, Goodreads

 One of the best books I read to date.
-Maria, Goodreads

A complicated slow burn but it is one that is completely worth the wait.
-Book Addict Reviews

It will grab you from the first chapter and take you on a journey you will never forget. A true 5 star read.
-Theresa, Goodreads

For me this is Penelope Ward and Romance at its BEST!!!!
-The Sisterhood of the Traveling Book Boyfriends

An emotional, heartwarming romance filled with the kind of angst that has you holding your breath, protecting your heart, and begging for more!
-The Lushy Reader

Moody stole my heart like no other. 6-Stars.
-Christine, Goodreads

I didn't want it to end! It's been a long time since I devoured a book in a day.
-Christina, Goodreads

I read this book in a day because I just couldn't find a place to stop to finish it the next morning.
-Lisa, Goodreads

You know you have read a REMARKABLE romance book when it finishes with you catching your breath and wiping not only those ugly cry tears but the happy ones also!
-Donna, Goodreads

A little gem that you need to experience for yourself.
-Erin, Goodreads

This story really felt like classic Penelope. Don't ask me what I mean by that, because I can't put it into words, but I really loved it and readers are going to go nuts for Moody!
-Wendy, Goodreads

I am absolutely speechless. Loved loved loved Moody.
-Samina, Goodreads

Penelope Ward is a master storyteller.
-I Love Story Time

Wren and Dax are my new fav couple by Ward!!
-Tricia, Goodreads

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penelope Ward (August 22, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 330 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1951045815
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1951045814
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.84 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 2,592 ratings

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Penelope Ward is a New York Times, USA Today and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of contemporary romance.

She grew up in Boston with five older brothers and spent most of her twenties as a television news anchor. Penelope resides in Rhode Island with her husband, son, and beautiful daughter with autism.

With over two million books sold, she is a 21-time New York Times bestseller and the author of over thirty books. Her novels have been translated into over a dozen languages and can be found in bookstores around the world.

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Customers enjoy the book's story, particularly Dax and Wren's relationship, and appreciate its solid slow burn romance and intense emotional journey. The writing is well-executed, and customers praise the character development, with one noting the deep conversations between the main characters. The book receives positive feedback for its moodiness, with one review describing it as a delightful rollercoaster of emotions wrapped in humor and heart. While customers find the book entertaining, they have mixed opinions about its pacing.

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64 customers mention "Story quality"64 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story, particularly praising Dax and Wren's narrative, with one customer noting the fantastic job of weaving the plot.

"...grin, and a warm feeling in your chest that says, “Yep, that was worth every page."" Read more

"...Hence the 4 stars Overall, great read" Read more

"...I literally savored each and every word and enjoyed the story. Wren is a traveling massage therapist and she meets Dax Moody as her client ...." Read more

"...Mystery, Magic, Music and Massages!!! I was so moved by this spectacular story and I really enjoyed putting the puzzle pieces of Dax Moody's life..." Read more

30 customers mention "Romance"30 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as a solid slow burn with beautiful moments, and one customer specifically mentions the amazing love story between Dax and Wren.

"...I now understand that love is pure, organic, and not something you can control...." Read more

"...book is the perfect mix of funny, angsty, smoking hot and heartbreakingly beautiful. It ran me through every emotion and back again...." Read more

"...Setting up your table you explore the room and pick up this beautiful seashell and remembering your adopted mother who you miss immensely starting..." Read more

"Moody by Penelope Ward is like a delightful romance cocktail – shaken with an age gap, widowhood, second chance love, and topped off with a..." Read more

27 customers mention "Emotional content"21 positive6 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, describing it as an intense ride filled with angst and real-life situations, with one customer noting how it makes readers feel the agony.

"...These moments weren’t just tender—they were soul-nourishing...." Read more

"...The story was captivating, with all the feels and definitely thought provoking . This is one of best books I have read in 2022...." Read more

"...It made it easier to share painful moments when they were able to step outside of themselves...." Read more

"...This book is the perfect mix of funny, angsty, smoking hot and heartbreakingly beautiful. It ran me through every emotion and back again...." Read more

24 customers mention "Character development"24 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with wonderful characters that fit the story well, and one customer noting the deep conversations between the main characters.

"...your attention and captivates you with the gripping plot and relatable characters and poetic dialogue ...." Read more

"...The characters in this story are complex and unpredictable and give the title substance and validity. Dax Moody is a broken man...." Read more

"...The characters were well developed and I loved the fact that Dax and Wren shared their past experiences and feelings with each other relating the..." Read more

"...Wren and Dax were fascinating characters with complex back stories...." Read more

20 customers mention "Moodiness"20 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's emotional depth, with one describing it as a delightful rollercoaster of humor and heart, while another notes its subtle mental health undertone.

"...It’s a book you finish with a big, goofy grin, and a warm feeling in your chest that says, “Yep, that was worth every page."" Read more

"MOODY by Penelope Ward is a true Mood in and of itself...." Read more

"...a well written story that begins with a scheduled meeting and ends with a heartwarming and well deserved HEA...." Read more

"...This book is the perfect mix of funny, angsty, smoking hot and heartbreakingly beautiful. It ran me through every emotion and back again...." Read more

12 customers mention "Writing quality"12 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it wonderfully crafted and easy to read, with one customer noting its poetic dialogue and another mentioning they finished it in one sitting.

"...Ward’s writing is like the perfect recipe: concise and rich without an ounce of fluff, packed with just the right balance of emotional weight and..." Read more

"...you with the gripping plot and relatable characters and poetic dialogue ...." Read more

"...This wasn't my favorite read, but it certainly was easy to read and entertaining enough to keep my interest to the end...." Read more

"...Clever writing! I love Wren’s father and Dax’s adopted son, Rafe...." Read more

10 customers mention "Entertainment value"6 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the entertainment value of the book, with some finding it entertaining, while others describe it as boring.

"...fluff, packed with just the right balance of emotional weight and lighthearted fun...." Read more

"I'm not sure how I feel about this book. It was serious. Repetitive. Heart felt. And drug on a bit. Not my favorite book by Penelope Ward." Read more

"...Believe me once you start you won’t be able to put it down , it’s addictive and unputdownable...." Read more

"...The entire book was predictable. I wanted to know more about his relationship with the deceased wife" Read more

9 customers mention "Pacing"3 positive6 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book.

"I loved it but it had too much heartbreak/ angst and not enough together time for my liking...." Read more

"...Very touching and paced really well. I loved it!" Read more

"...Wren & Dax had me rooting for them, but the story dragged for me and I wish it moved a little faster...." Read more

"...The middle part dragged on too long. Sweet ending and epilogue. This is my first standalone by Ward...." Read more

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  • Mile High KINK Book Club
    5.0 out of 5 stars Massages, Melted Hearts, and Moody Men
    Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2024
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    Penelope Ward’s Moody isn’t just a romance—it’s a delightful rollercoaster of emotions wrapped in humor and heart. Imagine stepping into a spa for a relaxing massage and ending up with your heart doing jumping jacks—because that’s exactly what this book delivers. Wren, a traveling massage therapist, stumbles into the life of the brooding and oh-so-mysterious Dax Moody, and from their first meeting, it’s clear this isn’t your standard love story. Their encounters are hilariously interrupted at first, but each one peels back a new layer of their personalities, like uncovering a beautifully wrapped gift...that also happens to have a few surprise tears and belly laughs inside.
    What truly set this book apart for me were Wren’s interactions with Dax’s stepson. These moments weren’t just tender—they were soul-nourishing. Watching Wren navigate her growing connection with him showcased her immense kindness and emotional depth, adding a maternal layer to her character. And Dax? Well, let’s just say even the iciest of hearts start melting in her presence.
    Ward’s writing is like the perfect recipe: concise and rich without an ounce of fluff, packed with just the right balance of emotional weight and lighthearted fun. Moody reminds us that love is rarely straightforward—it’s messy, unexpected, and often sneaks up on you when you least expect it.
    If you’re looking for a story that will make you laugh and swoon, Moody is the perfect escape. It’s a book you finish with a big, goofy grin, and a warm feeling in your chest that says, “Yep, that was worth every page."
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another hit
    Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2025
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    I loved it but it had too much heartbreak/ angst and not enough together time for my liking.

    I understand life is like that sometimes but I'm here to read a romance and I just didn't get to see them enough in that "space" because they were more apart, pining, than being in a relationship (epilogue doesn't count because it's a compressed timeline where you read not experience the years). Hence the 4 stars

    Overall, great read
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  • SS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Penelope is the queen of slow burn romance!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2022
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    I am absolutely speechless. Loved loved loved Moody . It was absolutely phenomenal. The story was everything and more I have come to expect from Penelope story. The plot was absolutely brilliant it was heartwarming and at the same time heart breaking. Penelope has penned the emotions of both Wren and Dax so eloquently that you can’t help but feel each and every emotion with them.

    It’s a beautiful second chance forbidden slow burn romance with friends to lovers and the twist I wasn’t expecting it. I literally savored each and every word and enjoyed the story. Wren is a traveling massage therapist and she meets Dax Moody as her client . I don’t want to give any spoilers but the from the moment these two meet , their chemistry, connection and banter is just perfection . If I may say Dax has become my favorite Hero from Penelope stories . He was definitely a complete package. Like every Penelope Ward’s story this one is no different it commands your attention and captivates you with the gripping plot and relatable characters and poetic dialogue .

    <b> “I now know that I have the capacity to love someone in a way I didn’t think possible. I now understand that love is pure, organic, and not something you can control. It has nothing to do with a place, or life circumstances, compatibility, or whether you think someone is right for you. Love just is. And there is nothing more powerful. It doesn’t matter where you are or what you’re doing, as long as you’re with that person.”</b>

    I couldn’t put the book once I started, I had so many questions going in my mind that wanted me to know more about the plot and characters. Believe me once you start you won’t be able to put it down , it’s addictive and unputdownable. The story was captivating, with all the feels and definitely thought provoking . This is one of best books I have read in 2022. Highly recommend this book.
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  • Erika G.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Moody is riveting, romantic and one amazing ride!!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2022
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    MOODY by Penelope Ward is a true Mood in and of itself. The characters in this story are complex and unpredictable and give the title substance and validity.

    Dax Moody is a broken man. He lives his life in a constant state of what he considers disrepair. As an intelligent man, he makes a plan to fix all that is wrong for the people closest to him but is too uncomfortable and insecure to fix himself.

    Wren is a motivated and unique young woman making her way in the world. She tries new things and new careers until she finds the right fit for herself. It is this search that has her crossing paths with Dax.

    When Dax and Wren meet, they have an instant connection and organically begin spending time together. Dax brings out the witty side of Wren and Wren brings out Dax's sense of humor! As their chemistry intensifies and sparks fly the reader feels the thrill of this special relationship building to the point of combustion! As the story moves along we discover things are not always what they seem!

    I found Moody had everything in it. Mystery, Magic, Music and Massages!!! I was so moved by this spectacular story and I really enjoyed putting the puzzle pieces of Dax Moody's life together along the way! Thank you for another gem, Penelope Ward!
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  • Kindle-Kunde
    4.0 out of 5 stars Es war gute Unterhaltung
    Reviewed in Germany on September 25, 2022
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    Es war gut geschrieben, spannend erzählt und hat Spaß gemacht. Es war nichts Besonderes und der Verlauf absehbar. Es war aber gute Unterhaltung und ein netter Zeitvertreib.
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  • Ruben Morales
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good way to improve my english
    Reviewed in Spain on July 29, 2023
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    I bought it to improve my English, so it was easy to carry.
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  • Lyn, Welsh border.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Moody and magnificent! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 4, 2025
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    A slow burn romance that doesn't just sizzle - it combusts! Absolutely loved this. Full of wit, angst, soulmate attraction and self denial (well almost!?) this cracking book is a must read if you enjoy the 'feel good' experience (and that must mean you eh?). Happy Reading!💥😍💗
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  • Kim Delesoy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome read
    Reviewed in Canada on September 20, 2022
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    Such a good book. Tears at your heart
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  • Chook74
    5.0 out of 5 stars Provocative
    Reviewed in Australia on August 22, 2022
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    This story consumed my thoughts, feelings and expectations. Emotionally charged with a depth that made you fall blissfully for these flawed and unique characters. I was unable to put down this book. I absorbed every emotion. Felt every moment with them. Every sentence had thought invoking meaning. It had elements of surprise and moments of immeasurable love and a sense of belonging. A story filled with complexity, charisma and happiness. 5 heartfelt stars.
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