The Ex Next Door by Jo Platt is a contemporary romance published in January 2023. It explores themes of personal growth, the complexity of past relationships, and the "rose-colored lens" people often use when looking back.
Reviews for the book are polarizing, with readers either finding it a charming palate cleanser or a frustrating exercise in character flaws. Book Review – The Ex Next Door By Jo Platt - My Sanctuary The Ex Next Door by Jo Platt
After her flat is damaged by burst pipes, Esme relocates to a village cottage. Her life is stable as she runs an art gallery with her business partner, David—until her ex, Elliot, moves in next door with his new girlfriend, Morgan. Esme and Elliot decide to keep their past relationship a secret, which triggers a chain of events that tests her professional and personal bond with David. Critical Reception The Ex Next Door by Jo Platt is