Restaurateur Aden Ingle has been in love with the perfect man since his fourteenth birthday. Unfortunately, his perfect boyfriend only exists in hi...
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Feb 23, 2010
This is the second book I read by Ethan Day, and as before, it left me with the idea that probably, a) Ethan Day is a young guy with a positive and friendly attitude b) he likes very much the romantic comedy (both books but above all movies). In this new book he winks the eye to "Only You" a 1994 movie with Marisa Tomei: in the movie Faith was getting married with the perfect boyfriend, but she has only a regret, she has never met her "dream man", a man who frequents her nigh
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Aug 20, 2009
Ethan
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5 Stars from Reviews by Jessewave -
"Well-written and plotted with smart, snappy, witty dialog, it reminded me in some ways of a romantic screwball comedy from the 30s and 40s"
- http://reviewsbyjessewave.blogspot.com/2...
The fabulous Elisa Rolle says -
"Dreaming of You, even from the title, is the perfect example of a romantic comedy."
- http://elisa-rolle.livejournal.com/65102...
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"Well-written and plotted with smart, snappy, witty dialog, it reminded me in some ways of a romantic screwball comedy from the 30s and 40s"
- http://reviewsbyjessewave.blogspot.com/2...
The fabulous Elisa Rolle says -
"Dreaming of You, even from the title, is the perfect example of a romantic comedy."
- http://elisa-rolle.livejournal.com/65102...
5 Lips from Two Lips Reviews -
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Jan 24, 2011
Angel
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This was a lot of fun, in several veins. The first is the story itself, in the tradition of old Hollywood comedies (though I never saw one with a gay couple, more's the pity.) Plenty of awkward moments and physical comedy, lots of good repartee between characters, and an improbable conflict involving a man who doesn't exist outside of Aden's head. Second is the quirky characters - Aden with his karma points and his inability to find a mean bone in his body, his harridan friend Finn, and even Log
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May 13, 2010
T'Lar Tuscadero
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Fun, sweet story, and I didn't mind the open ending (I've been rewriting the endings of books and movies and shows inside my head all my life, so giving them a happy ending is not a problem for me,) but the author's writing style is just very rough. It's particularly obvious during descriptive passages, where he just keeps tossing more and more details at the reader, in a way that doesn't flow at all. A writer needs to know when to be precise and when to just shade things in and leave the reader
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May 29, 2009
Erin
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This is a really cute book. I like Ethan Day's writing style a lot, particularly in the way he makes Aden come off the page. Aden as narrator does kind of subsume the book, to the point where I don't have a strong sense of Logan by the end of the novel, but I think that's beside the point ultimately. The story is really about Aden a) giving up on finding the literal man of his dreams, and b) making the big decision to move to California to be with Logan. So the fact that I don't know Logan that
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Oct 01, 2009
Nichole (Dirty H)
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Note: This review contiains two mild spoilers. I put alerts before each of them so you can skip them if you want.
This was a really fun, sweet romance full of humor. I'll definitely be looking for more stuff from Ethan Day, I loved his personality. With just a tad more conflict, this would have made a really great low budget rom com. (Hint hint, gay movie producers!)
However, it was a little flawed, which is why the four stars and not five.
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This was a really fun, sweet romance full of humor. I'll definitely be looking for more stuff from Ethan Day, I loved his personality. With just a tad more conflict, this would have made a really great low budget rom com. (Hint hint, gay movie producers!)
However, it was a little flawed, which is why the four stars and not five.
I had two main problems. The More...
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Oct 26, 2011
L-D
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About 2.5 stars.
Aden is a partner of a successful restaurant. Aden and his business partner and friend, Nathan, travel to a restaurant conference in Atlanta where Aden meets Logan Price. The two hit it off immediately and their whirlwind romance escalates quickly into much more than a vacation tryst.
This book had the classic Ethan Day humor:
"Versatile," Sam said, laughing as he turned the car around, "otherwise known as big bottom boy."
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Aden is a partner of a successful restaurant. Aden and his business partner and friend, Nathan, travel to a restaurant conference in Atlanta where Aden meets Logan Price. The two hit it off immediately and their whirlwind romance escalates quickly into much more than a vacation tryst.
This book had the classic Ethan Day humor:
"Versatile," Sam said, laughing as he turned the car around, "otherwise known as big bottom boy."
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Sep 03, 2011
Tammy
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Dreaming of You was a definite 5 star read until the last couple of chapters. Like most of Ethan Day's books it was filled with humor and wonderful characters (both main and supporting). The main characters were were a good match and had great chemistry. Just when I thought I was reading the lead up to the HEA finale one of the characters made a horrible choice that I feel betrayed his lover. This really impacted my feelings about the book. There was an HEA of sorts but I don't think it brought
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Dec 16, 2011
Heather C
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review to follow
ETA: I never could figure out what to say about this one other than "E, you better write the sequel!"
ETA: I never could figure out what to say about this one other than "E, you better write the sequel!"
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Sep 10, 2011
♆ Bookaddict
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I have an issue with this one. About 4/5 of the way through, I'm horrified and going, WTF?!?! You cheating bastard! Aden is a little shit. He doesn't deserve Logan. I get Aden; I really do. He's not the only one who's had a dream lover haunt him for years. Mine left me when I was around 25. I remember the dream pretty clearly too. Anyway, if I met my dream lover and I was single, I might have done something. As I have never met him and I'm happily married, I guess it will never be.
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Oct 18, 2010
Joanna
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Probably more like 2.5 stars. To be fair to the book, I'm not a regular reader of romance novels. But someone recommended this one to me, then someone else sent me a copy, so I read it.
The characters in the book are realistic and amusing, even if the trope about the clumsiness of the lead character becomes a bit tired by the end of the book. Aden, the reasonably thoughtful lead character, is always falling down, tripping, falling off stools, and otherwise adding a bit of physical More...
The characters in the book are realistic and amusing, even if the trope about the clumsiness of the lead character becomes a bit tired by the end of the book. Aden, the reasonably thoughtful lead character, is always falling down, tripping, falling off stools, and otherwise adding a bit of physical More...
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Dec 03, 2009
Brenda (b)
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I love the way Ethan Day writes his characters, they're wonderful. I think they have a lot of depth and they feel like people I might meet in real life. Aden and Logan weren't perfect, especially Aden who was a bit klutzy and had some strange thoughts. I came to care so much about these guys as I was reading. It was told in 1st person from Aden's point of view and, for a good portion of the story it jumped between a dinner party, Aden's thoughts about how he met Logan and dreams he'd had about h
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Apr 10, 2010
Kassa
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This fun, exaggerated comedy is meant to be read in a light hearted manner. The characters and situations are over the top, creating outlandish personalities that clash and pop in a comic setting that is just as outrageous as the people. If you can get into the characters and zany antics, this is a breezy summer read with a lot of humor thrown in. The actual personalities are certifiable and can’t possibly exist without medicated help but the book is very much a nod to pop culture, romantic come
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Jul 21, 2010
MsMiz (Tina)
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More like 3.5/3.75. Not quite there with the full 4. Cute story with outrageous characters that were fun to be with. Why this book is not getting a full 4 stars from me is: often it was confusing between Aden's reality and Aden's dream man and it just seemed to switch around too abruptly (in other words difficult to follow transitions or continuity of storyline). Still, I would recommend this story and would enjoy reading how Sam, Nathan and others move on from this story.
Aug 29, 2009
Kathy
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DREAMING OF YOU is Ethan Day's second book and the promise shown in his first book ~ SELF PRESERVATION ~ is wonderfully kept. There's something about Ethan's characters to which I really respond; they're so very real and likable, even when they're being bitchy. They've got their flaws, foibles and fantasies but they've got heart, loyalty and a genuineness that makes them someone(s) that I'd love to know. The friendship between Aden, Nathan and Finn ~ superb... and hilarious, always a giggle or t
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Aug 24, 2011
Jennifer
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You know...I liked this book until the last 20%. The main character, Aden, went and ruined it for me. He turned into a schmuck and then the book ended.
I think I would have given the book 2.5 stars because there were some nice parts that i really liked but couldn't get over the disappointment in the end.
I think I would have given the book 2.5 stars because there were some nice parts that i really liked but couldn't get over the disappointment in the end.
Jun 28, 2011
Ryoma
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I had to keep reminding myself this was a comedy, so there had to be a little dumb situations, but let's be honest, the main mc acts like a girl with a dick, a teenage girl at that, not at all the full grown man the author wants us to believe, I found myself wishing Logan would end up with his best friend instead of this prick.
Logan is the only redeeming character in this book.
Logan is the only redeeming character in this book.
May 26, 2011
Lee
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Dreaming of You, is a very touching, and a vey funny book. Mr. Day writes some of the wittiest dialogue around. His characters are very likable and never boring. I have loved all of Mr. Day's books that I've read, and Dreaming of You is no exception. I give the book four well deserved stars.
Apr 13, 2011
Lori
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I loved this book!!! It was funny, hot, sweet, etc. The prep table in the kitchen was hilarious!! I was laughing out loud in bed with my husband and woke him up at 2:30am. I couldn't put the book down. This is a must have in your library.
Jul 03, 2010
Shell
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Dreaming of You is a hilariously delightful read! Aden Ingle has dreamed of his perfect man for years, hindering his real love life, where he remains single until he meets handsome, intelligent, wealthy Logan Price. Logan and Aden quickly hit it off, taking me on a fun filled, passionate adventure rife with entertaining incidents that kept me laughing!
Aden's clumsy and indecisive nature is endearing, although there were points where I wanted to reach into the book and shake him, or h More...
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Nov 29, 2011
Logan
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Squeeeeeee....this one was all kinds of good. It was your fuzziest PJ's and glass of wine good. It was safe.....very little angst. Made me laugh out loud fuuny. How often do you get that??? This is a very feel good, if a bit vanilla, book. Go....read it....now!!
Sep 15, 2009
AKM
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Totally loved this book. Laughed out loud several times and that makes me happy. If a book can make me laugh or cry, it's a keeper. This guy is good. I'm reading Self Preservation now and waiting for more.AKM
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Aug 28, 2011
Bdbaficionada
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Another score book for me. Aden and Logan are HOT! I love the humor in ED books and I find myself laughing a lot along with enjoying the story and the hot sex. I was getting really upset with Aden at the end with his cloak and dagger act chasing Ruffus but of course there has to be some chaos conflict to move the story along. It just shows how well Mr Day captures his audience with such great characters. BTW loved Finn she is awesome. I also liked how at the end you sort of piece together tha
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Mar 27, 2011
Shelley
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I loved this book. Loved it. I laughed out loud many times that's an achievement for any author, because I'm a bit of a miserable cow truth be told. So yes, I look forward to reading more from Ethan.
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Dec 02, 2009
Kathy
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I ordered this and am just waiting for my friendly letter carrier to deliver it! For some authors I love having both eformat and print books; Ethan is one of those authors.
Jun 20, 2011
Erica
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What can I say? I love Ethan Day's books. They're funny, realistic, easy going, and Ethan has no qualms tossing his main character into embarrassing situations and a whole lot of mess. Dreaming of You is no exception. The characters are SO real and the situations and interaction, too.
Jun 04, 2010
OkayKim
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If a book causes me to laugh repeatedly, it becomes a keeper. This not only a keeper, but a highly recommended read to my friends. Hope to read more from this author.
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Aug 02, 2011
Fangtasia
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This one is going on my favorites shelf. It has all 3 of my requirements for re-reading over and over again: hilariously funny, well developed characters and an original (at least to me) story. Aden and Finn take the cake as the funny and well developed characters.
I'd been reading along, thinking there wasn't any real conflict in the story and how disappointed I'd be if this turned out to be just another bit of fluff...when the author throws in the twist at the end and I just co More...
I'd been reading along, thinking there wasn't any real conflict in the story and how disappointed I'd be if this turned out to be just another bit of fluff...when the author throws in the twist at the end and I just co More...
Apr 18, 2011
Gwengwel
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Did not finish.
I vote 2 stars because I feel guilty to vote 1 stars when the book's not a failure but just fail to please me. (People see 1star and assume: bad book, when in reality a 1star is: didn't like it.)
I can see that a lot of people liked this book, in my case I found it boring. The continuous change between pass-present with the addition of the sex dream was annoying and ruin the flow of the story. I was not sure sometimes when we were in time. It seems a pattern in E More...
I vote 2 stars because I feel guilty to vote 1 stars when the book's not a failure but just fail to please me. (People see 1star and assume: bad book, when in reality a 1star is: didn't like it.)
I can see that a lot of people liked this book, in my case I found it boring. The continuous change between pass-present with the addition of the sex dream was annoying and ruin the flow of the story. I was not sure sometimes when we were in time. It seems a pattern in E More...
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Apr 24, 2011
~~~Heather S.~~~
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Another very enjoyable read by Ethan Day with humor, hot and sexy lovin', frustration then contentment, and great characters.
