Neanderthal Seeks Human (Knitting in the City, #1) in Sharks of Awesome

Aug 28, 2014 Wendy'sThoughts rated it it was amazing

5 Just Great...No...Really, It Is Stars
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In the past, when I have been emotionally taken by the writing of an author... I have written blatant love letters to them. If I felt indulgent, I would do that now... I would write and talk about how much I love this story, the author, and call it a day.

But, this time I will attempt to talk about the intense feelings and realizations I had while reading this book.

I will set the stage by mentioning this ...more

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Jul 11, 2014 FMABookReviews rated it really liked it

Shelves: 4-it-quenched-my-addiction-stars, reviewed

***4 1/2 Stars ***

When I saw on Amy Harmon's FB page a glowing endorsement for this book, I knew I had to have it. I mean, I LOVE A.H. so how could I NOT take a chance with a book she thought was incredible? What made it more special a BR with my girl Amy (Foxy)!

I was NOT disappointed! It was smart, funny, and cleverly written. There was so much technical information, I think the author, Penny Reid is a genius. I mean, is she a member of Mensa? She has to be, to be able to put such 'smart' in ***4 1/2 Stars ***

When I saw on Amy Harmon's FB page a glowing endorsement for this book, I knew I had to have it. I mean, I LOVE A.H. so how could I NOT take a chance with a book she thought was incredible? What made it more special a BR with my girl Amy (Foxy)!

I was NOT disappointed! It was smart, funny, and cleverly written. There was so much technical information, I think the author, Penny Reid is a genius. I mean, is she a member of Mensa? She has to be, to be able to put such 'smart' info. into this book and not make it boring, but entertaining and funny.

'A total of 428 amphibians and 378 reptiles have been classified in the Brazilian rainforest; I wondered how many were represented in Club Outrageous that night disguised as human beings.'

Janie Morris is overloaded with trivial information, and when she is nervous she can't help but share it with those around her.

"ISO 8601, data and elements and interchange formats. It allows seamless intercourse between different bodies, governments, agencies, and corporations." I couldn't help myself as the words tumbled out. It was a sickness.

The problem is, when she's around Quinn Sullivan (Sir Handsome McHotpants)- which is a lot, she's always nervous.

'I took the opportunity to make some semblance of an attempt to gather my wits from where they lay scattered: on the floor, on the bar, on the ceiling, like blood from a gunshot victim.'

But Quinn, doesn't mind, in fact he finds her oddities endearing. However, the road to a relationship isn't easy. Janie has always faced disappointment in her life and it will be up to Quinn to prove he will stand by her and accept her for who she is.

He lifted his head just slightly, his eyes hooded. "Are you ready for our date?"

I cleared my throat, suppressing the desire to rub myself against him, suddenly desperate for friction. I cleared my throat again. "I thought you didn't date?"

Quinn's cheek moved against mine so that his whispered words were hot against my ear. "I'd like to date you."

Can't finish the review without mentioning the knitting group! These girls cracked me UP! They reminded me of my friends. The ones who will laugh with you, at you ;-) and always, always have your back! They were awesome!

"Now, you don't need to talk about it until you're ready. We are here to support and love you." She took a deep breath and then, lest I forget she was Sandra the Texan, she continued. "And when you're ready to cut his balls off, I will provide the knife."

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Feb 14, 2015 Camila (previously the opinionated Catruler) rated it it was amazing

September 2018 and many, many reads behind - 80 million stars

Oh, how much has changed. Picking someone else's food is still one of my biggest peeves, but I'd let Quinn do it any time.

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First read (Feb 2015) - 4 stars

I love books where guys don't put up with the intelligence of women, or think it's kind of cute, but actually love it and think it's sexy. I do, however, like my men a little bit less alpha. PICKING YOUR DATE'S FOOD WITHOUT ASKING IS FUCKING RUDE.

Also, ...more

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Jul 11, 2014 Yvonne V (Naughty Professora) rated it it was amazing

Meet Janie. She’s quirky, highly intelligent (degrees in mathematics and architecture), spouts random facts (or rampant randomness), and talks too much when she’s nervous. She’s also having a bit of a bad day. She’s having a bad hair day, she just discovered her boyfriend of 5-years is cheating on her, she broke her heel while getting to work, spilled coffee on her favorite shirt, and her job has just been downsized. She’s out of work. Add to all that – while hiding in the bathroom before going ...more

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Jan 29, 2015 rachel rated it it was amazing

5 by the mighty power of Thor stars!!! High five, Penny Reid! xx

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Jul 04, 2014 Faiza rated it it was amazing

Shelves: contemporary-romance, rom_com, hot-geeks-nerds, all-time-favs-keepers, big-bad-wolf-gentle-lamb

Ms. Reid thank you for this great story and thank you for QUIN!!!

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Mar 01, 2015 Nicola rated it it was amazing

Shelves: books-i-d-recommend-to-others

Loved this! Quirky and funny, but true to life. It's great to see Janie, who does not conform to the 'norm' expected these days, find and fall in love with someone who appreciates her character quirks. I don't know whether Janie was deliberately written as a character with Aspergers Syndrome, but she certainly exhibits a number of traits that are recognisable as doing so. Beautifully written!

I've already purchased the next book. ...more

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