Title: Hating Valentine's Day Author: Allison Rushby type of book: Adult Fiction / Chick Lit call number: FIC - place this book on hold -

This book is strong in character and story.

Summary:
This modern day take on "A Christmas Carol" meets Valentine's Day is a funny, fast read about life during a holiday where being single is a curse and often causes emotional heartache. Due to lots of bad luck and a particularly devastating break up two years ago, Liv has all but sworn off men and voted for a single life where hobbies and work will fill up all her possible empty time and space. Especially funny is that Liv is a wedding photographer and is booked to shoot six weddings over Valentine's Day weekend.

After getting a visit from a dead coworker (a Marley-eques single woman who died alone, bitter and with too many cats), Liv gets visits from three Valentine's Day ghosts (Past, Present, and Future) who lead her on a journey to overcome her past and take a big chance on love again.

I would recommend this book!

Why?
Liv's humor and interaction with Drew and Justine keep readers turning the pages. Liv really really hates Valentine's Day, and with good reason. This year she vows to not be set up on dates by any of her family or friends and tells them all in no uncertain terms to let her be single. Subconsciously disappointing to her is the fact that they have given up on her just as she has given up on herself and love.

This Chick Lit novel is a must read for women who like fast, humorous reads about being single and the troubles of dating, friendship, and love.

Other suggested reading:
It's Not You, It's Me and Friday Night Cocktails, both by Allison Rushby

Employee Initials: KS Review Date: February 2005

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