What do you think?
Rate this book
Love Online
Tom has loved Jessica since high school. And sixteen years later he still does. But Jess sees Tom as her best friend – a chum. Tom is certain she’ll never view him as anything else, and he’s too afraid of possibly ruining their friendship to tell her how he really feels.
As a successful chef in Manhattan, Jessica Stewart has reached her professional goals – but her biological clock is ticking. In need of a husband, Jessica decides an online dating service is the answer. Since Tom knows her better than anyone else does, she seeks his help in completing the questionnaire.
Can Jessica learn to trust God- instead of the internet – for love? Can Tom fulfill his promise to Jessica’s father to protect her, even if shes determined to find love online?
As a successful chef in Manhattan, Jessica Stewart has reached her professional goals – but her biological clock is ticking. In need of a husband, Jessica decides an online dating service is the answer. Since Tom knows her better than anyone else does, she seeks his help in completing the questionnaire.
Can Jessica learn to trust God- instead of the internet – for love? Can Tom fulfill his promise to Jessica’s father to protect her, even if shes determined to find love online?
176 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 1, 2004
2 people are currently reading
155 people want to read
About the author
Kristin Billerbeck
63 books612 followersAbout Kristin
I grew up with a strong sense of justice. I simply knew the way things should be. And since I’m not smart enough to be a district attorney, I am a novelist. My childhood was slightly confusing. I blame my parents for this. Oh heck, I’m going to blame them for everything. I think I would have turned out normal if it weren’t for them.
the billerbeck's
Okay, probably not. I am a fourth-generation Californian, and an American mutt, but identify most strongly with my Italian heritage. My mother’s family, of strong Norwegian/German descent, tried to teach me how to do things right. How to cook, clean, sew, budget accordingly – all the things a proper young girl should know to be a contributing member of society. I, however, failed miserably. For my 40th birthday, my grandmother gave me a cookie gun, so it’s clear she hasn’t given up on me yet! That is eternal optimism!
My dad’s Italian family taught me about the good life. The indulgent life. How to eat, shop and be merry. My Nana had very tiny feet and a penchant for shoes (she worked at the Emporium, no doubt to fund her shoe addiction). My afternoons at her house had no lessons, other than how to walk in her high heels, drape myself in her mink stole and drip myself with rhinestones. Tastefully, of course. I picked up on this lifestyle much quicker.
I graduated San Jose State University with a degree in Journalism & Mass Communications (emphasis in Advertising), gave my life to Jesus during college and found my true love in a Christian Singles’ Group, which yes, I skewer in “What a Girl Wants”. He is German. Practical. And a Contributing Member of Society. I am still Italian, fluffy and an aficionado of fine shoes & handbags.
Together, we have four children and now it’s our turn to confuse them. The circle of life. Dysfunctional family style.
I grew up with a strong sense of justice. I simply knew the way things should be. And since I’m not smart enough to be a district attorney, I am a novelist. My childhood was slightly confusing. I blame my parents for this. Oh heck, I’m going to blame them for everything. I think I would have turned out normal if it weren’t for them.
the billerbeck's
Okay, probably not. I am a fourth-generation Californian, and an American mutt, but identify most strongly with my Italian heritage. My mother’s family, of strong Norwegian/German descent, tried to teach me how to do things right. How to cook, clean, sew, budget accordingly – all the things a proper young girl should know to be a contributing member of society. I, however, failed miserably. For my 40th birthday, my grandmother gave me a cookie gun, so it’s clear she hasn’t given up on me yet! That is eternal optimism!
My dad’s Italian family taught me about the good life. The indulgent life. How to eat, shop and be merry. My Nana had very tiny feet and a penchant for shoes (she worked at the Emporium, no doubt to fund her shoe addiction). My afternoons at her house had no lessons, other than how to walk in her high heels, drape myself in her mink stole and drip myself with rhinestones. Tastefully, of course. I picked up on this lifestyle much quicker.
I graduated San Jose State University with a degree in Journalism & Mass Communications (emphasis in Advertising), gave my life to Jesus during college and found my true love in a Christian Singles’ Group, which yes, I skewer in “What a Girl Wants”. He is German. Practical. And a Contributing Member of Society. I am still Italian, fluffy and an aficionado of fine shoes & handbags.
Together, we have four children and now it’s our turn to confuse them. The circle of life. Dysfunctional family style.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews
October 19, 2017
Sometimes, I like to give authors second chances, and this book was a case of me doing just that. In the end, I think I shouldn't have bothered.
The book was entertaining enough, which is why I am giving it 3 stars. However, the characters both suffered from a case of "Too Stupid To Live" syndrome! Tom had been too stupid to tell Jessica how he felt about her that he had to scramble to press his romantic suit. Jessica was too stupid to see what was right in front of her with Tom, and too stupid to realize her feelings for him, before the dating games. I really hated both of them as characters, while at the same time enjoying seeing them fall for one another.
I think I will avoid this author in the future.
The book was entertaining enough, which is why I am giving it 3 stars. However, the characters both suffered from a case of "Too Stupid To Live" syndrome! Tom had been too stupid to tell Jessica how he felt about her that he had to scramble to press his romantic suit. Jessica was too stupid to see what was right in front of her with Tom, and too stupid to realize her feelings for him, before the dating games. I really hated both of them as characters, while at the same time enjoying seeing them fall for one another.
I think I will avoid this author in the future.
February 8, 2013
I absolutely loved this book!
August 13, 2018
I love best friends to love stories!!!!
January 16, 2011
What a great story, although I was in tears through alot of it.
Tom and Jessica have been best friends for 16 years. Tom has been in love with her since the first day she sat in front of him in his junior year of high school.
Now Jessica is talking about finding a husband online.
It is one of those books that if either one would talk to the other they would find themselves on the same wave length.
Tom and Jessica have been best friends for 16 years. Tom has been in love with her since the first day she sat in front of him in his junior year of high school.
Now Jessica is talking about finding a husband online.
It is one of those books that if either one would talk to the other they would find themselves on the same wave length.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 13, 2011
Not quite the other Billerbeck books I've read, but still a great story of self-discovery, God's Hand, and His idea of perfect love!
*sigh*
This little book had been a faithful companion to me throughout an otherwise daunting and difficult week... it's been a mind-number, at the same time that it allowed me to see God's work from a new perspective. Now I'm simply praying about who to hand it off to next!?
*sigh*
This little book had been a faithful companion to me throughout an otherwise daunting and difficult week... it's been a mind-number, at the same time that it allowed me to see God's work from a new perspective. Now I'm simply praying about who to hand it off to next!?
September 17, 2007
this is a fairly quick read and I thought it was ok but I wouldn't say it was near the top of favorites. Part of me thought the female main character was a little dense (at least in the beginning) and the male main character was a bit slow in telling her how he felt, but it seemed to work out just fine in the end.
April 23, 2015
Jessica has been so busy working, that now realizes if she ever plans a family need to find a husband soon. So she tries her luck with Online Dating. Really don't understand why Tom, her longtime best friend, don't like the idea. Oh well 1st date horrible, but then find someone she is just getting to know thru email.
There is lots of surprises with this one. Really enjoyed the book.
There is lots of surprises with this one. Really enjoyed the book.
September 12, 2013
Love Online is a pleasant and predictable read. I did find Jessica to be a bit needy and Tom was a coward not to persue her. But there wouldn't have been a book without tjose traits. I like Kristin Billerbeck and look forward to mire of her books.
November 30, 2012
This is a lighthearted fun book about two friends who fall in love. It is predictable, comical, and dramatic. You know the ending before you begin, but the journey is still enjoyable.
January 20, 2013
it's a quick, mindless read. A chick flick Kindle style.
April 24, 2013
Great book about two friends falling in love. :)
June 8, 2013
Loved it! The online world of dating never seemed so romantic!
September 1, 2013
Cute, very quick story.
Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews