My sweet young friend in Rapid City, Carrie, often attended book club. One night we were munching on the refreshments after an Agatha Christie discussion, and she said her favorite book was this one. She loves it so much, she reads it over and over. I thought I should try it, since I love Pride and Prejudice in that same way. Maybe I would find another favorite gem. When I ordered it on Amazon, I was surprised that it seemed so shallow, even in the description. But I ordered it anyway.
What a disappointment. I think "romance" writers are either totally lacking in reality or assume their readers are. This story was so vapid, the characters so unreal and predictable that is was absolutely frustrating to read. I persevered. No joy or satisfaction at all. The ending was predictable and obvious...
In thinking about this, I understand why a busy young mom would want to escape into a pillow-soft world, But that world was not well-described or populated. Not MY kind of escape at all...glad it takes all kinds of books and all kinds of people to appreciate them!
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