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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
Rating: 2/5
Pros: The eccentricites of Dr. Tillman(many of which could be abided by), his many references to genetic science which I found illuminating. This isn't a run-in-the-mill humourous take on nerd thinking but there are ample moments of being a nerd just laid out in front of you without making it a point of entertainment.
Cons: Predictable plot, unengaging pace of storytelling, extremely sappy ending- both hurried and forced.
Plot: A genetics professor embarks on an ambitious project of finding his partner by devising a survey with a few questions laid out in priority. Needless to say, a woman who fails the first question in the list engages him and us the rest of the story.
Would not re-read.
Would not recommend.
Few favourite lines-
‘You can’t go through life not listening to music.’
I practised first for accuracy, then speed.
My level of consumption does not of itself qualify me as an alcoholic. However, I suspect that my strong antipathy towards discontinuing it might do so.
I diagnosed brain overload and set up a spreadsheet to analyse the situation.
When I was a university student, I had regularly driven to and from my parents’ home in Shepparton, and found that the long journeys had a similar effect to my market jogs. Research has shown that creativity is enhanced when performing straightforward mechanical tasks such as jogging, cooking and driving. Unobstructed thinking time is always useful.
Rosie almost ran towards Customs and then to the exit. I was several metres behind, carrying both bags. Something was obviously wrong. I caught up to her outside the automatic doors, reaching into her handbag. ‘Cigarette,’ she said. She lit a cigarette and took a long drag. ‘Just don’t say anything, okay? If I ever needed a reason to give up, I’ve got one now. Eighteen and a half hours. Fuck.’ It was fortunate that Rosie had told me not to say anything. I remained silent but shocked at the impact of addiction on her life.
I love New York. The layout is so logical, at least uptown from 14th Street.
Pros: The eccentricites of Dr. Tillman(many of which could be abided by), his many references to genetic science which I found illuminating. This isn't a run-in-the-mill humourous take on nerd thinking but there are ample moments of being a nerd just laid out in front of you without making it a point of entertainment.
Cons: Predictable plot, unengaging pace of storytelling, extremely sappy ending- both hurried and forced.
Plot: A genetics professor embarks on an ambitious project of finding his partner by devising a survey with a few questions laid out in priority. Needless to say, a woman who fails the first question in the list engages him and us the rest of the story.
Would not re-read.
Would not recommend.
Few favourite lines-
‘You can’t go through life not listening to music.’
I practised first for accuracy, then speed.
My level of consumption does not of itself qualify me as an alcoholic. However, I suspect that my strong antipathy towards discontinuing it might do so.
I diagnosed brain overload and set up a spreadsheet to analyse the situation.
When I was a university student, I had regularly driven to and from my parents’ home in Shepparton, and found that the long journeys had a similar effect to my market jogs. Research has shown that creativity is enhanced when performing straightforward mechanical tasks such as jogging, cooking and driving. Unobstructed thinking time is always useful.
Rosie almost ran towards Customs and then to the exit. I was several metres behind, carrying both bags. Something was obviously wrong. I caught up to her outside the automatic doors, reaching into her handbag. ‘Cigarette,’ she said. She lit a cigarette and took a long drag. ‘Just don’t say anything, okay? If I ever needed a reason to give up, I’ve got one now. Eighteen and a half hours. Fuck.’ It was fortunate that Rosie had told me not to say anything. I remained silent but shocked at the impact of addiction on her life.
I love New York. The layout is so logical, at least uptown from 14th Street.
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I listened to the audio book. I found this a delightful book as the socially inept professor embarked on his search for a wife and met Rosie who was completely unsuitable.
emotional
funny
hopeful
relaxing
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:
Complicated
This book was one of the best I've read in some years. It was funny, romantic and interesting. If I was to call it a "light" read it would probably do it a disservice in terms of people stereotyping it, but for me it was an easy read, probably because it was so good. It was sweet and funny.
Quick, lighthearted, funny read. This book takes a different approach on the typical love story. Don’s atypical life as a genetics professor is the perfect set up for PhD student Rosie to find her biological father as well as the potential to find love. They are two very different characters with clashing personalities but ultimately have the same goal of finding Rosie’s father (the father project). I found myself getting emotional when Don speaks about how it is difficult for him to feel/express love. But there were also moments that I was audibly laughing at (Dons sense of humor is very straightforward and dry). The whole time I was rooting for Don and Rosie to find love with each other! Excited to continue on with this book series!
As the mother to a young adult man with Apergers, this beautiful, funny, and well-written book hit more than a few chords. It's outstanding and I strongly recommend it!!!
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
i didn't expect myself to love this book as much as i did. when a friend asked me what i was reading, i told her it was something along the lines of, "if sheldon cooper decided he wanted to date." but it's so much more.
Delightful and a very interesting point of view. Fun read.