Cocktails and Books
Written on Jan 25, 2015
I was intrigued by the premise behind Joanne Rawson’s novella and enjoyed how she handled Ruth and the two men in her life. I related to Ruth. I mean what woman wouldn’t be semi-swept away by a man who was “at the front of the line” in the looks department and wanted to spend his limited time closeted away with her? I can see how she could overlook Justin’s flaws in order to not be alone.
As we learned more about Ruth, Justin, and her developing friendship with Danny I found myself rooting for her to connect more fully with Danny. The supporting cast of snarky and sweet friends plus goofy family helped me get to know the main characters better through their interactions.
Character descriptions and situations between Ruth and both men definitely had me rooting for Ruth to be with one man more than the other and a little frustrated with Ruth as she refused to see who the better man really was. This was the one thing where I feel a longer novella or even full length novel would have benefited the story by not telegraphing the author’s intentions for the conclusion so clearly.
Overall, a cute and quick read. Definitely an enjoyable book and an author I would be willing to read again.
Reviewed by Elizabeth B for Cocktails and Books