No Competition

by Debbie Macomber

THE ART OF LOVE

Shane Reynolds knew talent when he saw it, and Carrie Lockett was definitely talented. After collecting her paintings and admiring her from afar, Shane thought he knew what made Carrie tick. It should be fairly easy to make the woman of his dreams fall in love with him.

But he quickly learned that he'd been wrong. While it might be easy to buy one of her paintings, getting to know the shy, reclusive artist was another matter. She continually rebuffed him, and Shane was soon at wit's end. Then he came up with a plan--one that could turn their friendship into a masterpiece of romance.

188 pages, Mass Market Paperback

Published June 1, 1987

About the author

Debbie Macomber is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of today’s most popular writers with more than 200 million copies of her books in print worldwide. In her novels, Macomber brings to life compelling relationships that embrace family and enduring friendships, uplifting her readers with stories of connection and hope. Macomber’s novels have spent over 1,000 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Fifteen of these novels hit the number one spot.

In 2023, Macomber’s all-new hardcover publication includes Must Love Flowers (July). In addition to fiction, Macomber has also published three bestselling cookbooks, three adult coloring books, numerous inspirational and nonfiction works, and two acclaimed children’s books.

Celebrated as “the official storyteller of Christmas”, Macomber’s annual Christmas books are beloved and six have been crafted into original Hallmark Channel movies. Macomber is also the author of the bestselling Cedar Cove Series which the Hallmark Channel chose as the basis for its first dramatic scripted television series. Debuting in 2013, Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove was a ratings favorite for three seasons.

She serves on the Guideposts National Advisory Cabinet, is a YFC National Ambassador, and is World Vision’s international spokesperson for their Knit for Kids charity initiative. A devoted grandmother, Debbie and Wayne live in Port Orchard, Washington, the town which inspired the Cedar Cove series.

Reviews

[Callie · Rating 2 out of 5]

The style of this romance just didn’t work for me. Why were they in love? I didn’t feel it. And the heroine’s insecurities about her sister are so deeply rooted that the same conflict happened over and over. She needs therapy and so does her twin. 😂

For some positives, I did read it very easily and quickly and did like her being an artist.

[Alysia · Rating 1 out of 5]

​I really wanted to enjoy this one, but unfortunately, "No Competition" just didn’t land for me. I found it difficult to connect with the main characters, and the chemistry I was expecting just wasn't there. The plot felt a bit dated and lacked the spark needed to keep me engaged. It wasn’t the right fit for my personal taste, and I found myself skimming just to get to the end.

[Peg · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyable book from Debbie Macomber

[Tacy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love all her books. I like there's no gore just a sweet romance!!

[Primadonna · Rating 2 out of 5]

Kinda think the twin gets away too easily, but then again... romance manga. XD

[Julie B · Rating 1 out of 5]

Pure fluff...