Crusie is one of my favourite romance writers. Though not her best, this is a light and fun read. Crusie knows how to write the most witty banter and even makes arguments entertaining. And although the idea of a woman ‘on the hunt’ for a man may seem dated, she solves this by making Kate Svenson strong and independent. Crusie has written much better books than this, but it doesn’t feel like this deserves to be completely overlooked. ( )

I was enjoying this book and it's smart, successful heroine already when I came across this line:

Donald screamed, and she shoved his hand away so he wouldn't get blood on her potatoes.

And it moved from a solid four-star book to a solid five-star favorite. I loved how completely independent the heroine was, while still being aware of her own weaknesses. I loved how she wanted romance AND career success without sacrificing either, but insisted on finding her own definition of that success. I loved how the hero (Jake, definitely not Donald) respected and admired her well before he even liked her. Great book. ( )

So funny definitely a re-read ( )

Kate is a successful business management consultant who feels trapped in her job and life. She wants to get married, but how would she meet a man? Jake thinks he has it made, working in outdoors management at his brother's rural resort, but his life is going nowhere. Everyone says he needs a plan, but he just doesn't want to hear it. They couldn't be more different, but who says opposites can't attract?

Thus is the premise of Jennifer Crusie's first novel, Manhunting. While it is predictable and a bit eye-roll inducing, it still bears the humorous mark that characterizes her later work. The dialogue is witty, the characters fun, and the near death experiences worthy of giggles. The book is fluff, but of the best kind. A fun, quick read to take your mind off of things. ( )

One of the things that really turns me off in a romance is characters who act out in unrealistic and outrageous ways. In this novel, the female lead expresses her disinterest in a couple of suitors by actually assaulting them, and it's played for laughs. I didn't find that funny. I've enjoyed the other books I've read by this author, but this one was a miss. ( )