Book fifty-five: Fools Rush In

Fools Rush In* (2006)
Kristan Higgins

Rating: 2/5

The title of this book is very misleading. There is no rushing. Oh, how I wished they had rushed.

That was really the only thing wrong with it. I mean, it’s obvious from the very first page what is going to happen – in case the back of the book didn’t tip you off – why make us sit around and wait. Why didn’t they start the book half way or even three-quarters of the way through.

The things that happen at the end of the book, and are rushed over in a sort-of-epilogue are much more interesting than what is in the book.

But it was still an okay read and I really like Higgin’s writing style.

Rewarding job as a local doctor on Cape Cod? Check. Cute cottage of her very own? Check. Adorable puppy suitable for walks past attractive locals? Check! All she needs is for golden boy and former crush Joe Carpenter to notice her, and Millie will be set.

But perfection isn't as easy as it looks--especially when Sam Nickerson, a local policeman, is so distracting. Sure, he needs a friend after being dumped by Millie's fortune-hunting sister, but does she really need to enjoy his company that much? He is definitely not part of her master plan. But maybe it's time for Millie to start a new list…

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* Finished: 26/5