One of the first words I used to describe this book is juicy ! Couldn't wait to find out 'what happened next', and ended up really rooting for the main girl. Read if looking for agreeable characters who feel like they have rich inner lives, a realistic (albeit "world conspires with you") romance, and other-worldly banter. I think that's what felt most unreal about it, how quick and clever the dialogue was - and I guess that's what you end up feeling when watching a popular sitcom like FRIENDS, right? Would my life sound this whip smart if I had writers handle my everyday conversations and reactions?

I loved this. Major thanks to Anna for recommending and lending this book to me. Got me out of a reading slump AND found me perhaps the kind of romance books I'd happily sink my teeth into!

PS. Author also talks about the reality of being a pet owner not usually broached (but may contain spoilers so just leaving it there). I appreciated that!