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Jane Dixon is a dating disaster. Flammable tablecloths and broken arms are just a typical evening for her unlucky companions. No wonder Jane never gets past a first date. But luckily her co-worker and new bff says he’s got loads of friends who’d date her more than once. If only she could stop thinking about how much fun he was to hang out with. And she’d never dropped a bu
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Jan 06, 2017
Claire
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3.5 - "Lawyers Suck." Stars!
Book one in Marissa Clarke’s new Animal Attraction series, was a quick and really enjoyable read. I really liked Eric and Jane’s story, and you get the added bonus of a little Anderson brother’s interaction as well.
No lawyers. I will never date one. Ever. I’d rather stay single the rest of my life…
Jane Dixon doesn’t have much luck with men in fact, she never seems to get past the first date with any of them. Colleague and secret-crush Eric Blackwell one day makes ...more
Book one in Marissa Clarke’s new Animal Attraction series, was a quick and really enjoyable read. I really liked Eric and Jane’s story, and you get the added bonus of a little Anderson brother’s interaction as well.
No lawyers. I will never date one. Ever. I’d rather stay single the rest of my life…
Jane Dixon doesn’t have much luck with men in fact, she never seems to get past the first date with any of them. Colleague and secret-crush Eric Blackwell one day makes ...more
A spin-off from Marissa Clarke's Anderson Brothers series, Dear Jane offers a promising start to the Animal Attraction series.
"No lawyers. I will never date one. Ever. I’d rather stay single the rest of my life."
Slightly clumsy characters are always a favourite, partly as I feel a bond with them due to the fact that over the past couple of years I've had an iron drop on my head, have tobogganed down the stairs on my arse leaving my knee on the 11th step and forgotten to remove my hand befor ...more
"No lawyers. I will never date one. Ever. I’d rather stay single the rest of my life."
Slightly clumsy characters are always a favourite, partly as I feel a bond with them due to the fact that over the past couple of years I've had an iron drop on my head, have tobogganed down the stairs on my arse leaving my knee on the 11th step and forgotten to remove my hand befor ...more
This was an office romance between co-workers who because of a no-fraternization rule, have been stuck in the friend zone even though both are really attracted to each other. When constant contact and close interaction leads to crossing that self imposed line, things get emotionally complicated for these two career orientated people.
I love me a klutzy h - they usually provide me that humor and lightheartedness that I enjoy in my romance but Jane didn't quiet fit the bill. We get a few stories of ...more
I love me a klutzy h - they usually provide me that humor and lightheartedness that I enjoy in my romance but Jane didn't quiet fit the bill. We get a few stories of ...more
This story fell a little short for me. It's well written and I love a good romantic comedy but all the good parts that would have made this story were glossed over. I think I would have enjoyed it more if we actually got to read about all the disastrous dates as they were happening instead of when Jane was telling Eric about them. Once Jane got past her diasterous dates and started looking at a Eric, I enjoyed the story more. This was a short, low angst read. ARC provided by NetGalley.
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4 stars
Dear Jane was a quick, sweet, and entertaining read, I really enjoyed it.
The characters were fun and I found myself connecting with them both.
I enjoyed watching Eric and Jane come together, they made me smile, they made me swoon and they had great chemistry.
Overall, a lovely afternoon's read and I highly recommend it.
*Thank you to the publisher for the advance copy.* ...more
Dear Jane was a quick, sweet, and entertaining read, I really enjoyed it.
The characters were fun and I found myself connecting with them both.
I enjoyed watching Eric and Jane come together, they made me smile, they made me swoon and they had great chemistry.
Overall, a lovely afternoon's read and I highly recommend it.
*Thank you to the publisher for the advance copy.* ...more
Slick's review:
There is something I love about Marissa Clarke’s books and it’s taken me awhile to put my finger on it, but with Dear Jane I finally figured it out. I love that her characters don’t take themselves too seriously, that they can laugh at themselves, that they take time out to enjoy life, and that they aren’t afraid to make changes to do so. Dear Jane was simply fabulous; two attorneys working at the same firm, one hoping to get promoted to junior partner and keep climbing the succes ...more
There is something I love about Marissa Clarke’s books and it’s taken me awhile to put my finger on it, but with Dear Jane I finally figured it out. I love that her characters don’t take themselves too seriously, that they can laugh at themselves, that they take time out to enjoy life, and that they aren’t afraid to make changes to do so. Dear Jane was simply fabulous; two attorneys working at the same firm, one hoping to get promoted to junior partner and keep climbing the succes ...more
Feb 24, 2019
Nancy The book junkie
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Rating: 3.25/5
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Review to come!
3.5 stars
I really enjoyed the Anderson brothers series, so I was pretty excited to see a new series from Marissa.
I really liked Jane and Eric. They're both genuinely nice people and it was easy to root for them to work out right from the beginning. Not to mention, their chemistry was fantastic.
I was surprised by a few things and the ending was adorable. My main complaint is that I wanted more. Overall this was a sweet and quick read with a couple of delightful cameos. I can't wait to see if th ...more
I really enjoyed the Anderson brothers series, so I was pretty excited to see a new series from Marissa.
I really liked Jane and Eric. They're both genuinely nice people and it was easy to root for them to work out right from the beginning. Not to mention, their chemistry was fantastic.
I was surprised by a few things and the ending was adorable. My main complaint is that I wanted more. Overall this was a sweet and quick read with a couple of delightful cameos. I can't wait to see if th ...more
Eric Blackwell is an attorney who's got a crush on his boss's daughter. Even if he had the confidence to ask Jane Dixon on a date, there's a strict non-fraternization policy at the office and she have only one rule : no lawyer. But when he catch her having an emotional turmoil about her inability to get a second date and after trying to comfort her, and him not being the cocky and confident guy, he end up, without knowing how, having to find her dates with other men. But it's not too long before
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I’m always in the mood for a good romantic comedy, and in the past, Marissa Clarke has entertained me greatly with her Anderson Brothers series. It’s what put her on my favorite new to me authors list in 2015 and got the third entry in that series, Chance of a Lifetime, a 2016 RITA award nomination. Dear Jane is the first entry in a new spin-off series to the Anderson Brothers called Animal Attraction and is a fun and lighthearted romance with plenty of laughs.
Jane Dixon is a lawyer working for ...more
Jane Dixon is a lawyer working for ...more
This book is so huggable! I wish I would have read the print copy! I would seriously hug this book. Dear Jane is fluffy and so cute.
We meet Jane, whom we also instantly feel bad for her. She is super clumsy, and never gets second dates. Ever. Something bad always happens on the dates. She kind of reminds me of Laney Boggs from She's All That (the 1999 movie). Except they're both is super attractive! Anyway, I instantly fall into Jane's quirks and start roRate 4oting for her.
She gets set up into ...more
We meet Jane, whom we also instantly feel bad for her. She is super clumsy, and never gets second dates. Ever. Something bad always happens on the dates. She kind of reminds me of Laney Boggs from She's All That (the 1999 movie). Except they're both is super attractive! Anyway, I instantly fall into Jane's quirks and start roRate 4oting for her.
She gets set up into ...more
Light and short romance. The character with the most nuances was Gandalf the cat.
But hey at least it was FREE for Kindle: https://amzn.to/2rzWbWT ...more
But hey at least it was FREE for Kindle: https://amzn.to/2rzWbWT ...more
Funny and entertaining, with endearing and really enjoyable characters.
Short, cute and sweet story of two lawyers who find that they are missing something in their lives. There's hardly any angst in there, except for some misunderstanding forming the bulk of the conflict/climax that seems to be part of the formula for romances.
I found myself liking Eric Blackwell a lot, especially with his supposed flaw of wanting to always be responsible and taking care of others at the expense of himself, while staying besotted the woman working a few doors down. It was cute see ...more
I found myself liking Eric Blackwell a lot, especially with his supposed flaw of wanting to always be responsible and taking care of others at the expense of himself, while staying besotted the woman working a few doors down. It was cute see ...more
4.5 Dear Jane Stars
ARC received in exchange for an honest review
A friends to lovers Story!
Eric Blackwell is on his way to becoming a junior partner and knows exactly what to do to get this promotion and he wont let anything stand in his way.
Jane Dixon just cant seem to get to Date Number 2 with any of the guys she's gone on a date with. She is a total disaster when it comes to going on dates. So when Eric Blackwell her colleague agrees to set her up with some of his friends she thought this wa ...more
ARC received in exchange for an honest review
A friends to lovers Story!
Eric Blackwell is on his way to becoming a junior partner and knows exactly what to do to get this promotion and he wont let anything stand in his way.
Jane Dixon just cant seem to get to Date Number 2 with any of the guys she's gone on a date with. She is a total disaster when it comes to going on dates. So when Eric Blackwell her colleague agrees to set her up with some of his friends she thought this wa ...more
What a spectacular start in a new series from author Marissa Clarke. This first instalment in the spin-off from the Anderson Brothers Series from the author, was full of hilarity, scorchingly blissful moments and a few surprises throughout the read, that all made for some captivating, comical reading. Eric and Jane were perfectly portrayed in a story that this reader could not put down. Looking forward to more books in the Animal Attraction series from author Marissa Clarke.
Review copy received ...more
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This novella was a blast to write. The Animal Attraction Series is a spinoff of the Anderson Brothers Series, and all of the books stand alone. Huge hugs to the folks who have made it possible for me to do what I love the most--especially my readers. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Cute little romance
Dear Jane (Animal Attraction #1) - Marissa Clarke
(It was more like *3.75 STARS* but I rounded up to 4.)
DEAR JANE is a fun romantic comedy about two people who can't seem to get out of their own way enough to be happy but I enjoyed every minute of it.
Jane Dixon hasn't been on a second date in two years. She feels that she's doomed to be alone but when her work colleague drops of flowers from yet another guy who doesn't want to see her again, she think things may just be look ...more
Dear Jane (Animal Attraction #1) - Marissa Clarke
(It was more like *3.75 STARS* but I rounded up to 4.)
DEAR JANE is a fun romantic comedy about two people who can't seem to get out of their own way enough to be happy but I enjoyed every minute of it.
Jane Dixon hasn't been on a second date in two years. She feels that she's doomed to be alone but when her work colleague drops of flowers from yet another guy who doesn't want to see her again, she think things may just be look ...more
This book was just perfect!At 110 pages it isn't too long and it didn't feel short like other novellas do!I loved how the author brought in a cast of adorable characters and made me fall in love with them!This is my first book of Marissa Clarke's and I have fallen in love with her writing.The next thing I'm going to do after typing up this review is- read her Anderson Brothers series.
Eric and Jane- the main characters were so cute and perfect for each other!Eric works as a lawyer and is on his w ...more
Eric and Jane- the main characters were so cute and perfect for each other!Eric works as a lawyer and is on his w ...more
Dear Jane, the first book in Marissa Clarke’s Animal Attraction series provides to be laugh out loud funny, and heart touching all at the same time.
Jane Dixon is a date disaster magnet. She hasn't had a second date in two years. Honestly, she barely makes it through first dates. But she keeps trying. She’s driven by the Dixon name and the expectations put upon her by her family.
Eric Blackwell is living his dream. He has the job he’s always wanted, he’s able to take care of his mother, and he has ...more
Jane Dixon is a date disaster magnet. She hasn't had a second date in two years. Honestly, she barely makes it through first dates. But she keeps trying. She’s driven by the Dixon name and the expectations put upon her by her family.
Eric Blackwell is living his dream. He has the job he’s always wanted, he’s able to take care of his mother, and he has ...more
Jane Dixon became a lawyer because that’s what Dixons did. She found herself working 80+ hour weeks, disheartened and very unhappy. She has had bad luck dating since college graduation, never getting past the first date. Her date mishaps are laugh out loud funny.
Eric Blackwell has wanted to be a lawyer since high school. He has secretly been watching Jane for 2 years. He works the same crazy hours. Fraternizing among co-workers is not allowed.
When Eric takes a floral delivery to her office, he ...more
Eric Blackwell has wanted to be a lawyer since high school. He has secretly been watching Jane for 2 years. He works the same crazy hours. Fraternizing among co-workers is not allowed.
When Eric takes a floral delivery to her office, he ...more
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Dear Jane is a fun and quick read. It's perfect for curling up on a cold day.
Office romances are always fun, especially when you aren't supposed to date your coworkers. I love that this wasn't an insta-love situation. One person has been crushing on the other for quite a while, and they build a friendship first.
Jane is a hot mess when it comes to dates. She's clumsy but also really easy to relate to. Eric is a workaholic ...more
Dear Jane is a fun and quick read. It's perfect for curling up on a cold day.
Office romances are always fun, especially when you aren't supposed to date your coworkers. I love that this wasn't an insta-love situation. One person has been crushing on the other for quite a while, and they build a friendship first.
Jane is a hot mess when it comes to dates. She's clumsy but also really easy to relate to. Eric is a workaholic ...more
ARC from NetGalley
Dear Jane is a short story about a woman who is living a life she hates, and she can only manage to get one date with a guy. She's having a horrible time with it, but she doesn't know what to do. Until she ends up asking her nice sexy co-worker to date one of his friends. The dates don't go well, but she ends up getting closer to Eric.
This book was okay. I didn't like it as much as previous books from this author, but it was still pretty interesting.
It was also very fast pace ...more
Dear Jane is a short story about a woman who is living a life she hates, and she can only manage to get one date with a guy. She's having a horrible time with it, but she doesn't know what to do. Until she ends up asking her nice sexy co-worker to date one of his friends. The dates don't go well, but she ends up getting closer to Eric.
This book was okay. I didn't like it as much as previous books from this author, but it was still pretty interesting.
It was also very fast pace ...more
4 1/2 stars
Some novels you pick up and they grab you immediately and you don’t put them down until you’ve finished reading them. Dear Jane is just such a novel.
It opens from the point-of-view of Eric, a hard-working attorney, who has been infatuated with Jane Dixon for the two years he has worked at the law firm. He has kept his door open so that he could watch her walk by. I immediately liked Eric. He seemed like a nice, humble guy, which is odd for a lawyer (ha). He also had Jane’s interests a ...more
Some novels you pick up and they grab you immediately and you don’t put them down until you’ve finished reading them. Dear Jane is just such a novel.
It opens from the point-of-view of Eric, a hard-working attorney, who has been infatuated with Jane Dixon for the two years he has worked at the law firm. He has kept his door open so that he could watch her walk by. I immediately liked Eric. He seemed like a nice, humble guy, which is odd for a lawyer (ha). He also had Jane’s interests a ...more
3.5 stars
This was a cute romance.
I think that pretty much sums it up...
It is a shorter book, so it is nice to read to take the time or for a palate cleanser.
I liked the characters and how neither one had more power in the relationship-- they always thought of the other person and tried to do right by them.
Jane's quirk of being a clumsy wreck when she is nervous, put a smile on my face.
I liked it and would recommend it to romance readers looking for something short and sweet to read. ...more
This was a cute romance.
I think that pretty much sums it up...
It is a shorter book, so it is nice to read to take the time or for a palate cleanser.
I liked the characters and how neither one had more power in the relationship-- they always thought of the other person and tried to do right by them.
Jane's quirk of being a clumsy wreck when she is nervous, put a smile on my face.
I liked it and would recommend it to romance readers looking for something short and sweet to read. ...more
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Blurb:
Jane Dixon is a dating disaster. Flammable tablecloths and broken arms are just a typical evening for her unlucky companions. No wonder Jane never gets past a first date. But luckily her co-worker and new bff says he’s got loads of friends who’d date her more than once. If only she could stop thinking about how much fun he was to hang out with. And she’d never dropped a bucket of ice on his junk. Win.
All attorney Eric Blackwell has to do to make junior pa ...more
Blurb:
Jane Dixon is a dating disaster. Flammable tablecloths and broken arms are just a typical evening for her unlucky companions. No wonder Jane never gets past a first date. But luckily her co-worker and new bff says he’s got loads of friends who’d date her more than once. If only she could stop thinking about how much fun he was to hang out with. And she’d never dropped a bucket of ice on his junk. Win.
All attorney Eric Blackwell has to do to make junior pa ...more
Jul 17, 2018
Yana
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it was amazing
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Reading this out of order is actually really fun- it was great to see how Animal Attraction came to be.
Not to mention Eric was so sweet and swoon-worthy 😍
Reading about the development of his relationship with Jane was just addicting.
I guess now I really have to continue with my backwards reading streak and find out how all this started by reading the Anderson Brothers series 😁
Not to mention Eric was so sweet and swoon-worthy 😍
Reading about the development of his relationship with Jane was just addicting.
I guess now I really have to continue with my backwards reading streak and find out how all this started by reading the Anderson Brothers series 😁
quick read
This was a quick romance with a happily ever after. Cue the adorable kittens and puppies. Has a lot of sexual encounters but all in all just a feel good book.
This was a quick romance with a happily ever after. Cue the adorable kittens and puppies. Has a lot of sexual encounters but all in all just a feel good book.
Dear Jane by Marissa Clarke is Book 1 of the Animal Attraction Series.
This is a very cute and heartwarming novella that is the perfect bit of everything all rolled up into one fantab read. Most definitely a must-read for any contemporary romance lover.
An ARC was generously provided in exchange for an honest review of which this is both honest and completely voluntary.
This is a very cute and heartwarming novella that is the perfect bit of everything all rolled up into one fantab read. Most definitely a must-read for any contemporary romance lover.
An ARC was generously provided in exchange for an honest review of which this is both honest and completely voluntary.
Dear Jane was a sweet yet sexy romantic comedy…just what I needed! I loved Jane from the very start. She’s smart, sweet yet a disastrous first date. In fact, she never makes it to the second date. It might have something to do with spilling ice water in their laps or possibly almost catching a date on fire after knocking a votive over onto a flammable tablecloth. She’s sure she’ll never find Mr. Right and will be stuck with her loyal cat, Gandalf, forever. One day her co-worker, Eric, delivers f
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Marissa Clarke is a multi award-winning, RITA® nominated author of romance for adults and teens. She lives on an island in the middle of a river. Seriously, she does. When not writing, she wrangles her rowdy pack of three teens, two Cairn Terriers, and one husband.
Inexplicably, her favorite animal is the giant anteater and at one point, she had over 200 "pet" Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches. The ro ...more
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