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3.85 AVERAGE
3.85 AVERAGE
I really liked the characters and the way they interacted with each other. Part of the story was predictable and another part, "the twist", I feel like was put in more for the shock factor...but I still enjoyed the book overall.
**addendum to original review 06/30/23**
Yes, this was as good as I remembered it. So lighthearted, funny, and romantic. I think Ian might be one of KH's most intriguing heroes, and the match with Callie is inspired opposites attract. I loved that Callie's people-pleasing ways were not apologized for. She does grow away from that a little bit by the end. But Gosh darn, she is just a very very nice, upbeat, and cheerful person and people just like her! It was an interesting blow to her when Ian's difficult mother did not love or approve of her. Anyway, although the end was very happy and satisfying, I did have an issue with a few things that led to that happy conclusion. First I guess KH needed that conflict and suspense to conclude the book, but it was very Hallmarky.
**original review 2016**
I'm reading Kristan Higgins again because there is no one, (except possibly SEP) better. Callie is probably the most adorable and likable heroine KH has written. I loved that some people (including the hero, sometimes) thought that her sunny, people-pleasing personality was something she needed to fix. She is self-aware enough that she knows she is the way she is due to her parents' divorce when she was 8. But she likes the way she is, so screw it! I loved Ian, who is shy (almost asbergerish) and the opposite in every way from Callie. Kristan really knows how to write interesting, non-cardboard cut-out characters with real depth. She definitely has a stable of types and tropes that appear in all of her novels, but they are delightful every time, on the whole. Yes, yes, her signature "swear" words and interjections are too cutsie wootsie, but no one's perfect. As always, a few tears, laugh-out-loud scenes and descriptions, and stand-up and cheer moments are present and accounted for.
https://rebekahsreadingsandwatchings.com/books/
Yes, this was as good as I remembered it. So lighthearted, funny, and romantic. I think Ian might be one of KH's most intriguing heroes, and the match with Callie is inspired opposites attract. I loved that Callie's people-pleasing ways were not apologized for. She does grow away from that a little bit by the end. But Gosh darn, she is just a very very nice, upbeat, and cheerful person and people just like her! It was an interesting blow to her when Ian's difficult mother did not love or approve of her. Anyway, although the end was very happy and satisfying, I did have an issue with a few things that led to that happy conclusion. First
Spoiler
her leaving her $30,000 dollar Morelock chair on Ian's porch while he was out of town really really rubbed me the wrong way. First, it was stupid. Anyone could have stolen it. And it came across as manipulative and trying to buy his forgiveness. The second thing is she did nothing she had to be forgiven for. Ian should have trusted her, and I don't care about him finding his ex-wife in bed with someone else. Failing that, Callie should have demanded that he believe her and gotten really really angry with his reaction, instead of begging him to believe her.**original review 2016**
I'm reading Kristan Higgins again because there is no one, (except possibly SEP) better. Callie is probably the most adorable and likable heroine KH has written. I loved that some people (including the hero, sometimes) thought that her sunny, people-pleasing personality was something she needed to fix. She is self-aware enough that she knows she is the way she is due to her parents' divorce when she was 8. But she likes the way she is, so screw it! I loved Ian, who is shy (almost asbergerish) and the opposite in every way from Callie. Kristan really knows how to write interesting, non-cardboard cut-out characters with real depth. She definitely has a stable of types and tropes that appear in all of her novels, but they are delightful every time, on the whole. Yes, yes, her signature "swear" words and interjections are too cutsie wootsie, but no one's perfect. As always, a few tears, laugh-out-loud scenes and descriptions, and stand-up and cheer moments are present and accounted for.
https://rebekahsreadingsandwatchings.com/books/
Hilarious book. I loved the socially-retarded love interest and his crazy aunt.
Callie works in VT at the local ad agency. She's got a crush on
the boss but he's brought in a new female and he gives her an engagement
ring. She moves on and tries to catch the new vet which they have many
hours spent together as they get to know one another.
She helps out her grandfather who only has one leg. He's falling in love with
his true love. He also makes different styles of kayaks and is an expert
at that trade.
Love the VT dialect-wicked, brings a smile to my face.
Now the boss is leaning towards getting rid of the new woman as
Callie has told him her feelings about her. He's grown up all his life
with Callie as his best friend.
Who will she end up with now?
the boss but he's brought in a new female and he gives her an engagement
ring. She moves on and tries to catch the new vet which they have many
hours spent together as they get to know one another.
She helps out her grandfather who only has one leg. He's falling in love with
his true love. He also makes different styles of kayaks and is an expert
at that trade.
Love the VT dialect-wicked, brings a smile to my face.
Now the boss is leaning towards getting rid of the new woman as
Callie has told him her feelings about her. He's grown up all his life
with Callie as his best friend.
Who will she end up with now?
A quick little light read. I loved it. It was definitely on the cute side - made you go AWWWW. But for something light and enjoyable - it hit the spot! This was my first Kristan Higgins book and I will definitely make time for more of her reads when I am in the mood for something cute.
A story about a young woman who hasn't quite found her place yet. She is a people pleaser and doesn't quite now how to please herself, which I believe is vital before anyone can properly please others. Her family is quirky and interesting which provided for some entertainment. This book is far from a "smart" read and not anywhere near the deep end. There were a few times where Callie made some decisions that I thought dragged the story out longer than it should, but I would say in general I liked this one.
Unfortunately, I would only pass this book on to my lady friends. I don't think the men would enjoy this read at all. Too light and cute!
A story about a young woman who hasn't quite found her place yet. She is a people pleaser and doesn't quite now how to please herself, which I believe is vital before anyone can properly please others. Her family is quirky and interesting which provided for some entertainment. This book is far from a "smart" read and not anywhere near the deep end. There were a few times where Callie made some decisions that I thought dragged the story out longer than it should, but I would say in general I liked this one.
Unfortunately, I would only pass this book on to my lady friends. I don't think the men would enjoy this read at all. Too light and cute!
Super cute. And funny. I even got teary at one point. It was odd and quirky in parts but so is real life and real people and real families.
I had to re-read the first pages a few times... the writing style was not matching my mood. I don't really like went the book is at the first person.
And I have to admit that her need to put everything in metaphor was tiring.
Then it hit me. I do the same. So I tried to be a little be more open-minded.
It was actually a fun read.
although I never really liked Callie. The "I'm so cute speech" rattling a bit.
And I have to admit that her need to put everything in metaphor was tiring.
Then it hit me. I do the same. So I tried to be a little be more open-minded.
It was actually a fun read.
although I never really liked Callie. The "I'm so cute speech" rattling a bit.
This was just a lovely cozy read, a perfect read to end a bad day with and with a cup of tea.