A charming debut novel about a lifestyle maven who learns that living simply isn't simple.
Deidre McIntosh became famous teaching women ... read full description
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Jan 06, 2009
Heather
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This book was so much fun. I loved it. It was a very easy read that kept my attention from the beginning.
I would recommend this book to anyone wanting a quick book. I'll spare the full review, as I feel the description here on goodreads pretty much sums it all up. Enjoy!
I would recommend this book to anyone wanting a quick book. I'll spare the full review, as I feel the description here on goodreads pretty much sums it all up. Enjoy!
Dec 02, 2011
Jenn
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This book (and two others by the same author) has been sitting on my Library Books To Read pile for a while now … make that a LONG while. It kept getting pushed to the bottom of the pile for other books that were due back sooner or could not be renewed. Finally, it made it to the top of the pile and I am so happy it did because I really enjoyed it.
I really liked the characters, especially the people in the small village of Point. Like all good friendships, I liked forming a bond wit More...
I really liked the characters, especially the people in the small village of Point. Like all good friendships, I liked forming a bond wit More...
Sep 13, 2010
Patty
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Good Things
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Mia King
I have been totally immersed in a book world of Angels and Vampires and Immortals and Werewolves. And…when I wasn’t reading tons of YA Fantasy I was reading lots of women’s fiction that contained tons of family dysfunction and lots of sadness. I really love both of these genres…they are intense and relaxing and enjoyable to me.
However…just a few days ago I became aware of a delightful author named Mia King. I read one of her books… More...
By
Mia King
I have been totally immersed in a book world of Angels and Vampires and Immortals and Werewolves. And…when I wasn’t reading tons of YA Fantasy I was reading lots of women’s fiction that contained tons of family dysfunction and lots of sadness. I really love both of these genres…they are intense and relaxing and enjoyable to me.
However…just a few days ago I became aware of a delightful author named Mia King. I read one of her books… More...
Jun 22, 2009
Gaby
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At 40, single and the host of Live Simple and Seattle's Martha Stewart, Deidre McIntosh is living the good life - until she's not. Suddenly, as a younger, thinner, and blonder and wealthier Marla launches a competing show Deirdre's life comes apart. Deirdre's show is cancelled. And as she's mourning with a pint of icecream, she's evicted from her beautiful apartment.
It's a stroke of luck leads her to meet Kevin. After a chance encounter, he offers her the use of his ca More...
At 40, single and the host of Live Simple and Seattle's Martha Stewart, Deidre McIntosh is living the good life - until she's not. Suddenly, as a younger, thinner, and blonder and wealthier Marla launches a competing show Deirdre's life comes apart. Deirdre's show is cancelled. And as she's mourning with a pint of icecream, she's evicted from her beautiful apartment.
It's a stroke of luck leads her to meet Kevin. After a chance encounter, he offers her the use of his ca More...
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Jan 23, 2010
Caitlin
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The story itself was generic chick lit, complete with the super-convenient rich dude who likes the abrasive protagonist for some reason I cannot really ascertain, but gets involved anyway and saves the day. BUT! I liked the book anyway, and I'll tell you why - because FOOD plays a major role in it. The protagonist is a bit of a local Martha Stewart type television celebrity, and she spends much of the book cooking these fabulous desserts and putting together tremendous feasts. I was literall
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Aug 13, 2009
Shannon
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A nice, light read. The protagonist, Dierdre, is a 40-year-old host of a local television program in Seattle. When her show is canceled and her roommate moves out with his boyfriend, Dierdre finds herself without a job and a home. Through a chance meeting, she's offered a place to stay in a tiny town on the eastern border of Washington and, as a result, finds her way back to success.
This book was sweet, though the protagonist was annoying. Seriously, she's 40 years old but she spen More...
This book was sweet, though the protagonist was annoying. Seriously, she's 40 years old but she spen More...
Aug 02, 2007
Melissa
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such a wonderful and easy read! The characters were fun and interesting, detail a plenty, and to top it all off the yummy recipes made by the main character are included in the back of the book!(which I cant wait to try). I was sad to finish it and will be looking out for Mia King's newest addition. I would love if she continued with a sequel to this novel developing more on Deidres future show and growing relationship.
Aug 29, 2011
Kricket
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i needed something light (literally & figuratively) to read on the beach. hardcover margaret atwood was too heavy to hold up on a chaise lounge and i didn't want to get it sandy. so the day before i left on vacation i went into the library's romance section and browsed.
which was weird! i'm always reading reviews and either putting things on hold or making a beeline to a book on a shelf.
anyway, my browsing skills aren't great because this book was pretty dumb. a martha st More...
which was weird! i'm always reading reviews and either putting things on hold or making a beeline to a book on a shelf.
anyway, my browsing skills aren't great because this book was pretty dumb. a martha st More...
Sep 02, 2009
Colette
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After reading this book, I can understand why everyone wanted to read Table Manners. I can't say too many times how I loved this book. I picked it and told myself "I'll just read chapter one to see what it's about" I was reading another book at the time, and didn't want to start a new one. However, once I started this book, I couldn't put it down! I loved how this wasn't just a romance. It was a book about friendships, following your dream, not giving up and taking risks. I also liked
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Jun 02, 2010
Mari
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I bought this book because it was selected by my Book Club. The reviews were also all very positive.
I was disappointed to find this book just a light beach reading, nothing more.
The main character, Deidre is an irritating good-doer at all costs. Reading about her unpleasantly teleported me back in time to the Snow White and the other not-very-sharp Princesses.
The other characters are not developed enough and are absolutely not believable.
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Jan 19, 2011
Andrea
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At times, "Good Things" is light, entertaining, and full of surprises. At other times, the novel is too predictable and slow-moving (i.e. the reader catches on WELL before the main character does). Sometimes the characters (particularly the heroine, Deidre) seem shallow, and sometimes they feel quirky and authentic. The strongest aspects of the book were definitely the portrait of Jacob's Point as a small town community and the descriptions of food and baking throughout--yum!
Apr 16, 2010
Kelly
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Really loved this book. Definitely slightly on the "chick" type of read and that's cool. This is about a woman dealing with a lot of sudden and drastic changes to her whole life, career and many of her relationships. This is a situation to which I can totally relate, and it tells her cathartic journey with humor and insight. Each chapter has a really great quote at the beginning...I found myself marking the pages to go back to the quotes. Love the style of her writing, and looking forw
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Sep 01, 2009
Leah (packfan20)
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Feb 18, 2010
Becky
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Love, love, love Mia's writing style and storyline in this first book. The story of one woman's journey to remake herself, centered around her passion of cooking and creating wonderful recipes to be shared, will strike a chord in anyone wanting to follow their own passions. This is a great, fun book...and has some really great recipes in the back!
Jan 12, 2009
Elizabeth
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This was a good book. It was a fast read and I liked how the protagonist overcame so many hurdles because of her creativity, openness to new ideas, and general positive attitude. I like how the author incorporates a reverence for nature in her books. And I am a sucker for a good love story and a happy ending...
Dec 22, 2009
Brenda
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I really prefer to give this a 3.5 star but there's no half stars. This was a good book to read - the plot kind of remind me of another book so I didn't enjoy it as much as I found myself comparing this book with the other. Looking forward to reading her other two books.
Jul 11, 2009
Cristine
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Entertaining. Perfect for my vacation. Liked the creative aspects of the story and it got me thinking. Romance was sweet but predictable. Loved the "food" talk and plan to check out the recipes which I didn't realize were at the back of the book until the end. Pleasant surprise.
Jul 31, 2010
Ellen
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This one was just ok. I liked it well enough but there were some sex scenes to skip and I realized by the end that I was getting bored with their relationship. I liked how she dealt with her life and how things worked out for her.
Mar 02, 2010
Norma
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A VERY light read...and pure chick lit. Manly men probably won't care for it at all. Great initial premise, but unlikely resolution (how do these girls always stumble on rich boyfriends effortlessly??).
Sep 05, 2009
Kathy
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I liked this book! Light hearted and a fun read. Sort of a romantic comedy in book form. The only reason I gave it 3 stars was for the sex scenes. A bit more graphic than I need, thank you. The story was fun and engaging!
Sep 13, 2009
Linda
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Another chick-lit...but this one I really didn't like the main character. She whined her way through this book. I really don't know why everyone likes her so much but maybe I missed something.
Aug 06, 2011
Jan
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Predictable story: rich girl loses all, meets wealthy Prince Charming, sleeps with him, falls in love. The end. An amusing bit of forgettable fluff if you have nothing better to read.
Apr 24, 2009
Cara
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This book is a perfect confection of happy, fluffy love. It's like a s'more: sweet; light, but not insipid; unpretentious; fun; and utterly enjoyable. Totally loved it.
Oct 07, 2007
Jen
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Good Things is a fun, quick read that's perfect for lingering in bed on the weekend. The story is upbeat - enjoy life, being sure to appreciate simple things like a great scone, a picturesque lake, small-town life (or sex, for that matter), and good things will come to you. (The author, Mia King, is a Big Island author, so I'm sure her outlook has been reinforced by the simple pleasures here in Hawaii!)
The book is peppered with mouth-watering foodie references, and there are even rec More...
The book is peppered with mouth-watering foodie references, and there are even rec More...
Jan 16, 2012
Suzanne
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Fun book. It's chock full of predictability and shameless stereotypes, but it wouldn't be ChickLit if it weren't. Who cares? It's about FOOD and the community and healing that comes from feeding people, and I love that. It also inspired me to clean, so I have it to thank for that. Quick read.
Jan 28, 2009
Em
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two or three stars??? hmmm, who knows. this isn't literature. but there are some good recipes and it's better than a hallmark movie
Oct 14, 2011
Heather
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This was a (very)light, fun story but the characters aren't very well developed. There are much better chick lit options out there...
Jul 12, 2010
Amanda
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I was really disappointed by this book! The "chemistry" between the two characters felt really forced, and once they did get together, they mostly argued about stupid things.
May 28, 2011
Michelle
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Mia King is always good for a fluffy, pool-side read. I loved the man-hero in this book, he made me weak in the knees ;)
