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duchessrin's review against another edition
For a book that could be finished reading within four hours or less, it made me wonder why I waited so long to finally place it on my DNF shelf. Reading this book felt like a chore to me instead. I felt obligated to actually finish it because I hated seeing a DNFed paperback in my shelf.
It started out really well; the narration was quite quirky and the characters had sass. However, as I kept on reading, the story-telling gradually became bland. By the time I reached halfway, it lost its sizzle. But I continued reading it just for the sake of finishing it. Then the sex scene happened.
Do you feel the heat? Because I sure as hell didn't. The she did-he did thing was just the last straw. I had to drop it for good.
It started out really well; the narration was quite quirky and the characters had sass. However, as I kept on reading, the story-telling gradually became bland. By the time I reached halfway, it lost its sizzle. But I continued reading it just for the sake of finishing it. Then the sex scene happened.
She moaned his name and arched her back with mindless need. She ran her fingers through his hair, watching through heavy eyes as he kissed her breasts and sucked her puckered nipple. He worked her over until her breath was choppy, then he worked his way down her body. He kissed her belly and just below her navel, his warm, moist tongue leaving a trail of fire.
Do you feel the heat? Because I sure as hell didn't. The she did-he did thing was just the last straw. I had to drop it for good.
asoks's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
laurenjodi's review against another edition
5.0
Not Another Bad Date
5 Stars
Adele Harris has been plagued by a string of terrible dates and has given up on the opposite sex. But her vow to stay away from men is put to the test when she returns to her hometown and comes face to face with Zack Zemaitis, the one who not only got away but broke her heart in the process. Can Adele and Zack put aside their differences and regain the passion they once shared?
A wonderful conclusion to an excellent series that has got me back into reading contemporary romances after a long break.
Adele and Zach's second chances romance is fantastic. Their chemistry oozes off the pages and there is no angst at all as they are open and honest with each other about their issues.
My one small nitpick is the excessive football descriptions. However, as the sports genre is not a favorite of mine that would make sense and readers who do enjoy this theme will probably love it.
All in all, an excellent series and this is the best one in it.
5 Stars
Adele Harris has been plagued by a string of terrible dates and has given up on the opposite sex. But her vow to stay away from men is put to the test when she returns to her hometown and comes face to face with Zack Zemaitis, the one who not only got away but broke her heart in the process. Can Adele and Zack put aside their differences and regain the passion they once shared?
A wonderful conclusion to an excellent series that has got me back into reading contemporary romances after a long break.
Adele and Zach's second chances romance is fantastic. Their chemistry oozes off the pages and there is no angst at all as they are open and honest with each other about their issues.
My one small nitpick is the excessive football descriptions. However, as the sports genre is not a favorite of mine that would make sense and readers who do enjoy this theme will probably love it.
All in all, an excellent series and this is the best one in it.
zenithharpink's review against another edition
3.0
This is another expected read from Rachel Gibson. She can always be relied to deliver a mildly diverting romance-nothing particularly unique or memorable, but diverting. What more can one ask of a trashy romance novel (I use that term with affection, not derision).
I would recommend to any looking for a contemporary romance, if the book is easily at hand. This book is not worth the effort of trying to find it-it's too similar to every other contemporary romance out there.
I would recommend to any looking for a contemporary romance, if the book is easily at hand. This book is not worth the effort of trying to find it-it's too similar to every other contemporary romance out there.
doloresofcourse's review against another edition
3.0
I'll be generous and give this one a three because I liked the other books in this series. I hated the bit about the dead wife in purgatory. One it was confusing, two it was not needed and derailed what little this story had going for it. I really didn't like the way Zach was forcing himself on Adele in several scenes. That was not cool. Also, the whole ending. Really? REALLY?
ellieasnora's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
nickym96's review against another edition
3.0
At first I had this at 4 stars, but then I thought about things and reassessed and bumped it down to 3 stars. There were some things that I just didn't like to much about the "hero". Most of all was the way he acted with Adele. From their first few meetings, I was under the impression that Adele just up and left him alone and confused. Because that's exactly how he acted . . . confused that she disappeared on him. But then, it comes to light that he knew exactly what was going on at the time: his ex-girlfriend ends up pregnant and he decides to marry her. So I'm confused as to why he would think Adele would have wanted to stick around and what would make him believe she'd be happy to see him again. It was all about him and how Devon got pregnant to trap him in a loveless marriage. I was disappointed that he never realized how much he hurt Adele in the past and attempted to make amends. Instead, due to Ghost Devon's machinations, he ends up in a similar situation, blames Adele for trapping him into a marriage she never claims to want with him, and once again makes her feel like worthless trash. Mix that in with all the Devon trying to get to Heaven stuff, and it takes a lot from the book.
However, I enjoyed Adele and I loved reading her story. I would have liked more interaction with her friends from the first three books, though. And I would have liked a more substantial reason for Tiffany accepting Adele at the end. But for the most part, the book was pretty good and though rushed, the ending was happy.
However, I enjoyed Adele and I loved reading her story. I would have liked more interaction with her friends from the first three books, though. And I would have liked a more substantial reason for Tiffany accepting Adele at the end. But for the most part, the book was pretty good and though rushed, the ending was happy.
mandy_pandy's review against another edition
5.0
I've read all 4 of the books in the writer friends series and I was so sad when I finished this one! I want more! I loved these books - every one of them! There is something so wonderful about the way Rachel Gibson writes! They are funny and sweet. This book, in particular, really had me laughing with Devon at Walmart - that would be my own personal hell as well. I highly recommend these books!!!!