Min Dobbs knows that happily-ever-after is a fairy tale, especially with a man who asked her to dinner to win a bet. Cal Morrisey knows commitment is impossible, especially with a woman as cranky as Min Dobbs. When they say good-bye at the end of their evening, they cut their losses and agree never to see each other again.
But Fate has other plans, and it’s not long before Min and Cal are dealing with a jealous ex-boyfriend, Krispy Kremes, a determined psychologist, chaos theory, a mutant cat, Chicken Marsala, and more risky propositions than either of them ever dreamed of including the biggest gamble of all—real love.
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"I am soooo happy to find and read this book!! Haha! Smart, cute (& FUNNY) heroine or coz! Wow gorgeous hero in a book with curvy heroine!! Double wow! Is there any other books like these!! Our romance life isn't a fairy tale but at least all the romance books we read truly are... *sigh* too good to be true.."
— Mas (5 out of 5 stars)
" I really liked this book. This was only the second book I have read by Jennifer Cruise, but I am falling in love with her books. I really enjoy the humor and how they are not too sappy. "
— Andrea, 2/16/2014" Brain candy but good beach vacation author "
— Hildy, 1/28/2014" All I can say is that this book made me want donuts...and chicken marsala. "
— Phoebe, 1/20/2014" While the characters are interesting (one of the redeeming qualities of the novel), I can't get over home much krispy creme donuts and marsala chicken are discussed. It seemed like all the author had in mind was her next meal. Easy read, nevertheless. "
— Reverie, 1/19/2014" 1st one I've read of this author .. was fun! "
— Angelica, 1/10/2014" I generally don't enjoy chick-lit. But, this book was written really well and kept my interest. There was a bit of cheese, but the characters made the story feel genuine. "
— Marianne, 1/9/2014" I absolutely loved this book! it made me think that even the "bigger" woman out there can find lust,romance,passion, and untimatly LOVE. "
— Kimberly, 1/8/2014" This book had a lot of personality and was a fun read. So much so that I decided to read another one of the author's books, FAKING IT. Just started that one so I will let you know how it one goes, but I expect good things! "
— Rich, 1/3/2014" Super-fun contemporary romance! "
— Kat, 11/2/2013" total chick-lit, but still a fun read. "
— Karen, 10/24/2013" I can't believe it took me this long to find Jennifer Crusie!! This book is the perfect chick-lit. It was witty, funny, fun, and romantic. Cal literally made me swoon. You best believe I am on my way back to the bookstore to find out what else Crusie has to offer. :) "
— Cassie, 9/5/2013" Was so much fun reading it. Even in the worst of the situations, it had to turn out hilarious, with comical dialogs. Really loved the mess in their lives, the topsy turvy journey they had, and how they still managed to be together, and lived happily ever after ;) "
— Pragya, 8/13/2013" This is the book I read when I want to laugh out loud. Never gets old to me. "
— Shelly, 7/31/2013" Oh it was so funny and romantic! Loved it. "
— Liyanna, 5/21/2013" Such an easy & fun read! I love it when I laugh out loud when I read. "
— Michelle, 2/10/2013" Another re-read; Crusie has another winner in this one, with great characters, dialog, and pacing. "
— Kevin, 2/1/2013" A fun, read by the pool, kind of a book. I really enjoyed it. Not super "deep" or "enlightening", just light and easy to read. "
— Maggie, 1/26/2013" I really loved this book. From beginning to ending. It was a very cute story that had plenty of doughnuts. "
— Miriam, 10/26/2012" Fun.light read:) "
— Penny, 10/6/2012" Love this always a fun read "
— Shari, 4/12/2012" Loved this book! Loved the storyline, the characters, and all the fun humor! I couldn't put it down! My only con with this book: one too many f-words. "
— Kristen, 3/14/2012" (audiobook) Just a fun way to pass the time doing home projects... :-) God bless audiobooks! (a newfound love!) "
— Nancy, 1/1/2012" I loved this story. Jennifer Crusie is one witty writer. Read it! "
— Jane, 11/8/2011" This is my favorite book of all time. I read this book over and over again. If there's ever a special event that I want a good book to read to accompany it--my choice is this one. I recommend it to EVERY one and have shared my copy so much that it is quite battered. PLEASE read this book. "
— Sam, 5/14/2011" This book was such a great and FUN read. I loved every minute of it. It had the perfect amount of drama ( not over top), humor and sauciness to it. It was the perfect balance and has definitely become one of my favorite books to read. "
— Mel, 5/14/2011" 3.5 stars, extra points because of good characterization by the narrator. "
— Pamlin, 5/14/2011" Thanks friends. Its because of you that I am constantly reading very good books.<br/><br/>This is a good book. I enjoyed the time I spent with this book. It has wonderful characters to love and hate. Please give it a try. I found myself laughing, clasping my mouth, gasping at various places. "
— Vidya, 5/14/2011" Recommended by a friend when looking for a light read.<br/><br/>Absolutely loved it. Cute and light, yet with enough tension and fleshed out characters. The statistics and fairy tale themes worked well together too "
— Amanda, 5/13/2011" I have lost count of how many times I've read this book. <3 "
— Carrie, 5/9/2011" Loved the storyline between the two main characters, but so many of the other characters seemed pulled from self help books. Just way too cliched :( Which is a bummer because I usually really like this author. "
— Jery, 5/9/2011" Super cute and really fun. Really funny dialogue and witty character. Cute story. Beware, there is some language in it. "
— Brynn, 5/8/2011" I love this book! Though at first I had doubts since I was not used to a 33-year old main character. (Like the one from Eye Candy) This one made me laugh out really loud and made me cry so hard. I like how witty Jennifer Crusie is and I will buy a copy of this book to read on some lazy nights. "
— Hanna, 5/6/2011" Classic Jennifer Crusie. Great, engaging read. Goofy humor. <em>Welcome to Temptation</em> is still my favorite, though. In my opinion, that is her best novel. "
— Kelsey, 4/30/2011" Really liked it. Cute feel-good book. Witty dialogue. "
— Hope4flowers, 4/29/2011" This book was light, fast-paced, fun, and funny. Yes, it was cheesy, but well written. It accomplished the very difficult goal of getting my mind off stressful school things these last week. I will read Crusie again! "
— Karen, 4/26/2011" Color me a huge Crusie fan, I am in love with this author and her words! This was cute, funny, heart wrenching and wonderfully sweet. "
— Alice, 4/25/2011" I love Crusie's books, they are all charming and funny, and this is no exception. I especially like that Min is no stick thin heroine! "
— Rebekah, 4/23/2011Jennifer Crusie is the New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today bestselling author of Maybe This Time, Welcome to Temptation, Tell Me Lies, Crazy for You, Faking It, Fast Women, and Bet Me. She has also collaborated with Bob Mayer to write Wild Ride, Agnes and the Hitman, and Don’t Look Down. Crusie earned her bachelor’s degree from Bowling Green State University, a master’s from Wright State University, and a master of fine arts from Ohio State University. Before devoting herself to writing full-time, Crusie worked as a preschool teacher, an elementary and junior high art teacher, and a high school English teacher. She lives on the banks of the Ohio River.
Deanna Hurst is an actress, voice-over artist, and singer-songwriter. She has performed on stages throughout the United States, and her television credits include Judging Amy, Hunter, and Silk Stalkings. She has voiced hundreds of commercials for radio and television. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two dogs.