A review by cstoeger
No Offense by Meg Cabot

funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I have to admit, this book hit it on the head for me in terms of the tropes I like.  I'm starting to realize that I like certain romantic tropes more than others, and "sunshine/grump" is one of my favorites.  

In No Offense, we meet Molly, the island's newest children's librarian and John, the island's sheriff.  Molly happens to find a baby in the bathroom of the library, and that event sets off a chain of events that has John & Molly stumbling into each other's paths for the entire book.  Their interactions are cute and a little bit aggravating, but that's what keeps you rooting for them the entire book.  I loved John's relationship with his daughter.  He tries so hard to be a good father even when he does want to only be a grump.  I loved the scene at the end where he dances with the dance team.

As for the mystery, it was the thread that wove the entire book together.  It allowed a few extra characters to really shine, like Ms. Tifton & her puppy.  I am really glad that I decided to keep reading this series.
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