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cardinalgirl75's review against another edition
3.0
*sigh* I knew there was a reason I'd read Welcome to Temptation multiple times and this book only twice. I just couldn't remember what it was until I reread this book. Don't get me wrong--I love screwball comedies, so this story should've been right up my alley. But there were a few too many things going on and I couldn't keep up. There was Eve, who moonlighted as "Louise"--was she truly suffering from DID, or was she just putting on a disguise so she could do whatever she wanted three or four nights a week? Gwen's bored. Ford, who might be a hitman. Who the hell is Thomas the Caterer, really? The whole "Homer and Scarlet" subplot. Nadine's ongoing search to figure out what she wanted to do. Andrew and Jeff popping in from time to time. The ongoing subplot with Clea, Mason, and Rabbit--and if that wasn't enough, here comes Davy's father as well!! It was just too much.
But for me, the cherry on top of this overloaded sundae was the goof Crusie made with who portrayed Liz in The Philadelphia Story. It wasn't Celeste Holm, it was Ruth Hussey, which wouldn't be a big deal except that it becomes an affectionate in-joke between Tilda and Davy, so it's referenced several more times throughout the book. Every time he called her "Celeste," I clenched my teeth and said, "NO, he should be calling her Ruth, because that's who was in the movie!" The kicker is that I remember listening to a podcast Jennifer Crusie did about movies, and one of them was The Philadelphia Story!!! Argh. I'm not saying this book wasn't enjoyable at times, but there was just too much even without this glaring error that in the end, I couldn't overlook.
But for me, the cherry on top of this overloaded sundae was the goof Crusie made with who portrayed Liz in The Philadelphia Story. It wasn't Celeste Holm, it was Ruth Hussey, which wouldn't be a big deal except that it becomes an affectionate in-joke between Tilda and Davy, so it's referenced several more times throughout the book. Every time he called her "Celeste," I clenched my teeth and said, "NO, he should be calling her Ruth, because that's who was in the movie!" The kicker is that I remember listening to a podcast Jennifer Crusie did about movies, and one of them was The Philadelphia Story!!! Argh. I'm not saying this book wasn't enjoyable at times, but there was just too much even without this glaring error that in the end, I couldn't overlook.
rebroxannape's review against another edition
4.0
It's hard for me to review a book that I've listened to on Audio. But put this one down as fresh, fluffy, and funny, a style that Jennifer Crusie has perfected. Lots of lovable characters and even the bad guys were entertaining. The plot and setting were original. We have a family of art-dealers and artists with a family background involving forgery and fraud, but only in the nicest most blameless way. They join forces with Davy Dempsey of [b:Welcome to Temptation|33727|Welcome to Temptation (Dempseys, #1)|Jennifer Crusie|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1312011677l/33727._SY75_.jpg|2563621] which I read decades ago and don't remember a thing about. Except I think that is the one that made Jennifer Crusie one of my go-to authors back in the day. Anyway they encounter romance and intrigue on the way to going straight and ending up in happy relationships and financial comfort by the rollicking climax (no pun intended.)
I hope there are lots more Crusie titles I haven't read or haven't read for decades and can re-read. she is the mistress of screwball comedy.
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I hope there are lots more Crusie titles I haven't read or haven't read for decades and can re-read. she is the mistress of screwball comedy.
https://rebekahsreadingsandwatchings.com/
geisttull's review against another edition
4.0
This was a fun, quick read - Crusie is always humorous and romantic. All the dessert you need sometimes.
msmkrm's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
3.5
"The thing is, Dine, the good-looking ones are always doughnuts. They're so pretty they don't have to develop fiber. Look at Davy. Perfect example."
The Goodnight women had me chuckling throughout the book.
It was my first time reading a cozy mystery, which is quite a departure from my usual romantic suspense. I'm still not convinced this is the genre for me, but it was entertaining nonetheless.
tabbrower's review against another edition
4.25
Can I get a helllll yeah? I just paid $12.99 so I could finish this on my kindle because I left my paperback at a friend's! It was worth every penny! (1,299 of them.) (Unfortunately I used a calculator for that, I remembered decimal places too late.) Had a great time!! My favorite Jennifer so far, the perfect book for uptight women (me). She understands women so well it should be illegal btw! All we want is....(trails off in a massive list including a weird dog, great sex, an alter ego, freedom to be ourselves, to paint under our own names, funny hot men, to pay off our mortgages and go to Aruba, little umbrellas in our drinks, to do a little acting, to paint weird furniture,,,,,,,,)
algae429's review against another edition
3.0
Felt like a Russian novel with everyone's multiple names.
cassandra67b07's review against another edition
4.0
Update Fall 2021-another re-listen on Audible.
Update Fall 2019-re-listen on Audible. If you’re having a tough semester there’s nothing better than an audio book of the Dempsey adventures. Started with Welcome to Temptation and then on to Davy. Bet Me is next.
I really enjoyed the Audible version. The narrator did a fine job and she continued Davy’s voice over from Welcome to Temptation. WTT is still my favorite of the Dempsey books but I like Tilda and her crazy family and I feel better that Clea is a little redeemed in this one. Evil blonde temptress is a cliche best avoided and I’m glad Crusie gives us her POV. Also a romance for a post-50 woman! Hurray!
Update Fall 2019-re-listen on Audible. If you’re having a tough semester there’s nothing better than an audio book of the Dempsey adventures. Started with Welcome to Temptation and then on to Davy. Bet Me is next.
I really enjoyed the Audible version. The narrator did a fine job and she continued Davy’s voice over from Welcome to Temptation. WTT is still my favorite of the Dempsey books but I like Tilda and her crazy family and I feel better that Clea is a little redeemed in this one. Evil blonde temptress is a cliche best avoided and I’m glad Crusie gives us her POV. Also a romance for a post-50 woman! Hurray!
ladolcekate's review against another edition
2.0
A fluff novel that felt more like fanfiction. The writing fell flat and there were too many characters to keep straight. It just left a lot to be desired.
heyjudy's review against another edition
4.0
~3.5/5
I will say that, since I splurge read several of Crusie’s books in a row, they do start to blend together a little. But I can still confidently say that I enjoyed this book.
There’s art forgery, a family art gallery in debt, breaking and entering, a “frail” dog, two family lines of forgery and deception. Lots of messy goings on. And along the way, there are several couples falling in love, and such smooth witty banter, that this book goes by very fast.
This was a fun book, just like Crusie’s other books have been. She’s such a fun writer, the banter so realistic and easy to read. The ending was nice for everyone, and I especially liked how everyone grew and finally did what they needed to. Some of the very minor characters got a little messy in my head, but that’s all right.
Overall, another good book, and I’m looking forward to reading more.
[Read more at my blog, Geeky Reading!]
I will say that, since I splurge read several of Crusie’s books in a row, they do start to blend together a little. But I can still confidently say that I enjoyed this book.
There’s art forgery, a family art gallery in debt, breaking and entering, a “frail” dog, two family lines of forgery and deception. Lots of messy goings on. And along the way, there are several couples falling in love, and such smooth witty banter, that this book goes by very fast.
This was a fun book, just like Crusie’s other books have been. She’s such a fun writer, the banter so realistic and easy to read. The ending was nice for everyone, and I especially liked how everyone grew and finally did what they needed to. Some of the very minor characters got a little messy in my head, but that’s all right.
Overall, another good book, and I’m looking forward to reading more.
[Read more at my blog, Geeky Reading!]