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I Think I Love You
So there's some bad blood and bruised egos among the Metcalf sisters. At least they're reuniting. A cause to celebrate? Not for Justine, Regina, and Mica. Their parents are splitting up and the family business is going on the auction block--just a little reminder of how much they really have in common...
Take the local bad boy who proposed to Justine, seduced Regina, and ran off with Mica. Add the unsolved murder they witnessed when they were young girls, and their vow to keep it a secret. Toss in their knack for being drawn to shady men, and there's only one thing left for them to do--put the bonds of family loyalty to the test.
But it takes courage to outsmart a murderer, know-how to avenge the cad who betrayed them, and patience to bring their parent back together. Three talents. Three sisters. And who knows? Maybe even three new chances to fall in love when Justine, Regina, and Mica discover how much they're willing to risk--and forgive--in the name of sisterhood...
Take the local bad boy who proposed to Justine, seduced Regina, and ran off with Mica. Add the unsolved murder they witnessed when they were young girls, and their vow to keep it a secret. Toss in their knack for being drawn to shady men, and there's only one thing left for them to do--put the bonds of family loyalty to the test.
But it takes courage to outsmart a murderer, know-how to avenge the cad who betrayed them, and patience to bring their parent back together. Three talents. Three sisters. And who knows? Maybe even three new chances to fall in love when Justine, Regina, and Mica discover how much they're willing to risk--and forgive--in the name of sisterhood...
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2002
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Stephanie Bond
265 books1,784 followersUSA TODAY bestselling author Stephanie Bond was seven years deep into a systems engineering career and pursuing an MBA at night when an instructor remarked that she had a flair for writing and suggested that she submit to academic journals. But Stephanie, a voracious reader, was only interested in writing fiction–more specifically, romantic fiction.
Upon completing her master’s degree and with no formal training in writing (her undergraduate degree is in computer programming), she started writing a romance novel in her spare time. Two years later in 1995 she sold her first manuscript, a romantic comedy, to Harlequin Books.
In 1997, with ten sales under her belt to two publishers, Stephanie left her corporate job to write women’s romantic fiction full-time. In 2011,
Stephanie launched a self-publishing business. Since that time, she has sold more than 1 million copies of her own books. To-date, Stephanie has published over 70 novels and has over 6 million copies of her work in worldwide distribution in numerous languages and formats.
Upon completing her master’s degree and with no formal training in writing (her undergraduate degree is in computer programming), she started writing a romance novel in her spare time. Two years later in 1995 she sold her first manuscript, a romantic comedy, to Harlequin Books.
In 1997, with ten sales under her belt to two publishers, Stephanie left her corporate job to write women’s romantic fiction full-time. In 2011,
Stephanie launched a self-publishing business. Since that time, she has sold more than 1 million copies of her own books. To-date, Stephanie has published over 70 novels and has over 6 million copies of her work in worldwide distribution in numerous languages and formats.
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April 20, 2018
This is just an okay book. The three sisters are too stereotypical and during most of the story I’m thinking “Damn they are some messed up people” and not in a good way. You have the mean-girl who is successful but a total bitch. You have the bookworm who doesn’t know she’s pretty. You have the pretty quiet girl who is a total door mat. Most of the story is from the middle sister’s point of view and even though I didn’t find the girls entirely likable I did find myself rooting for them.
The mystery was intriguing but totally predictable. There is also a “Murphy’s Law” aspect to this story that as I listener I found myself getting frustrated at how stupid people acted or wondering really if that much bad stuff can happen in a few days. I did love the supporting characters of Mitch, Lando, Pete and Everett. The sisters’ parents are just as messed up as they are.
The book is billed a Humorous Romantic Mystery. Mystery and romance were there but as with some of the other Stephanie Bond books I’ve listened to her humor can seem like “I think that was supposed to be funny”.
I liked the narrator but my only problem is this is the fourth Stephanie Bond book for this narrator I’ve listened to and for the most part the characters were great but in this one some of the voices reminded me so much of the characters in other books I found it a little confusing.
The mystery was intriguing but totally predictable. There is also a “Murphy’s Law” aspect to this story that as I listener I found myself getting frustrated at how stupid people acted or wondering really if that much bad stuff can happen in a few days. I did love the supporting characters of Mitch, Lando, Pete and Everett. The sisters’ parents are just as messed up as they are.
The book is billed a Humorous Romantic Mystery. Mystery and romance were there but as with some of the other Stephanie Bond books I’ve listened to her humor can seem like “I think that was supposed to be funny”.
I liked the narrator but my only problem is this is the fourth Stephanie Bond book for this narrator I’ve listened to and for the most part the characters were great but in this one some of the voices reminded me so much of the characters in other books I found it a little confusing.
June 19, 2012
backstory: i read an article about how now that e-readers give people a camouflage for books, people are reading more of what they want to read and less of what they want people to think they want to read. and now that they don't have to hide the cover on the subway, romance novels are making a huge comeback. as a preteen, i read a few danielle steel books and enjoyed them, so i perused amazon's and freebooks' free offerings looking for romance novels that got good reviews.
i downloaded two: this book, and one erotic book. the erotic book was awful, and i couldn't bear to finish it. this book, however, i totally enjoyed. it's a mystery and a romance, and i enjoyed it all except the very last page, where there was a sappy ending. it's unfortunate, because i think most of the book was smart and fun. i'm not sure i'm ready to pull out a paper copy of this book on the bus or metro or even in front of friends, but i think i'll be getting some more stephanie bond electronic editions.
i downloaded two: this book, and one erotic book. the erotic book was awful, and i couldn't bear to finish it. this book, however, i totally enjoyed. it's a mystery and a romance, and i enjoyed it all except the very last page, where there was a sappy ending. it's unfortunate, because i think most of the book was smart and fun. i'm not sure i'm ready to pull out a paper copy of this book on the bus or metro or even in front of friends, but i think i'll be getting some more stephanie bond electronic editions.
January 16, 2017
I wish I had enjoyed this more but honestly this type of chick lit just isn't my thing. I disliked bitchy Justine, felt bad for Mica though she did it to herself, and thought Regina was a doormat keeping the peace between Justine and Mica.
I did like Mitchell Cooke though and though he really was the perfect man for Regina. Not a bad mystery too.
I did like Mitchell Cooke though and though he really was the perfect man for Regina. Not a bad mystery too.
June 7, 2013
3.5 out of 5 stars. Billed as a “humorous romantic mystery,” this book is certainly that. Great literature? No, but it is a fun and enjoyable summer read. There are holes in the plot, but it moves along at a good pace, and nothing bothersome enough to make me enjoy the story less. The romance is predictable, but pretty much par for the course of fictional romance. Sisterly dynamics and parents who have never married add up to lots of peacekeeping for the supposedly less successful, boring middle sister. Especially when the murder they witnessed as children comes back to haunt them.
Too many e-books are riddled with formatting and editing errors, but this one had relatively few, just the occasional misspelled word or wrong word. Better than some print books I've read.
I'll continue to read Stephanie Bond books when I want something fun, light, and ultimately satisfying.
Too many e-books are riddled with formatting and editing errors, but this one had relatively few, just the occasional misspelled word or wrong word. Better than some print books I've read.
I'll continue to read Stephanie Bond books when I want something fun, light, and ultimately satisfying.
January 12, 2011
I THINK I LOVE YOU is a story about a very self-destructive family going through one jam after another. The center being the three sisters. We see the majority of this story through Regina, the "middle child" going through the textbook (and Bond style) issues. Toss in a couple murders, a sexy appraiser, and a crotch sniffing dog and you've got yourself a hit. The only thing this reader would have enjoyed more was some added tidbits into the romances of the oldest and youngest sisters. However, I was far from disappointed. I THINK I LOVE YOU was an fast-paced read with some shocking twists, cringe worthy pranks, hair pulling brawls, and just a dab of romance. If the romance was a little lacking it was more than made up for with belly laughs. I am definitely keeping an eye on Stephanie Bond.
January 21, 2013
I've read a number of this author's books already, and liked all of them. This one was different. It was great!
At the beginning of the book I disliked all three of the sisters. Regina was the best of the bunch, and she was a doormat. I know they all had traumatic things in their lives, well one really traumatic thing that coloured their actions afterwards, but frankly I hated them all. But guess what - their characters developed, they became more understandable, more sympathetic even. And the mystery side of the story was good too - I guessed in the end, but it kept me wondering for most of the book.
Believe me, this is a great read if you like romantic whodunnits.
At the beginning of the book I disliked all three of the sisters. Regina was the best of the bunch, and she was a doormat. I know they all had traumatic things in their lives, well one really traumatic thing that coloured their actions afterwards, but frankly I hated them all. But guess what - their characters developed, they became more understandable, more sympathetic even. And the mystery side of the story was good too - I guessed in the end, but it kept me wondering for most of the book.
Believe me, this is a great read if you like romantic whodunnits.
June 19, 2012
A wonderful tale about sibling rivalry, love, lost and murder mystery. We see three different personalities of women, all strong and independent in their own way striving to find their purpose and place in their family and society. We see betrayal among siblings and healing in relationships. It was nice weekend read, wonderful feel, images of a country side, falling in love and sisters remembering that the bond of sisterhood is stronger than any other.
July 14, 2009
Romantic Comedy/Mystery
Very lively and entertaining romance with a mystery and three sisters (adults) who return home for a visit, and are involved in a murder investigation -- or two ;-)
I love this author!
Very lively and entertaining romance with a mystery and three sisters (adults) who return home for a visit, and are involved in a murder investigation -- or two ;-)
I love this author!
March 17, 2012
Great little book! Could totally see this becoming a movie--the characters were awesome and diverse--the storyline wasn't too complicated, but it really was the entertaining "cast" that kept this book from being cliche and boring.
Did I mention it was a freebie on Amazon this week?!
Did I mention it was a freebie on Amazon this week?!
March 20, 2012
Free Kindle ebook. I was in the mood for something light. This is about the relationships between 3 sisters and a murder mystery. 2 of the sisters are not very nice most of the book but it ends well. Cute idea for chapter titles.
May 23, 2024
**MINOR SPOILERS**
This book is a standalone. Years ago, I read most of the author’s books including this one. I remember enjoying them and so I reread this one.
The author’s style involves a lot of quickly moving parts. This book tells the stories of 3 sisters, Justine, Regina, and Mica, who had at least two huge events that continue to affect their whole life. First, when they are teenagers, they witness a murder. Second, they also each have a significant history with Dean Haviland. The book rotates between the point of view of each sister, giving their part of the story, though most of it is told from Regina’s point of view.
Justine is the oldest and she was engaged to Dean and left standing at the altar when he ran away with Mica, her youngest sister. Since then, Justine has not committed to anyone and only has affairs with married men. A wife of one of those men comes by her office and threatens to shoot her. Justine is traumatized and suspended from work. Impulsively, she decides to head home to North Carolina to visit her parents. For most of the book, Justine came across as selfish.
Regina is the overlooked middle child. She gets a call from their mother and finds out that her parents are separating and also that their family business is bankrupt. Her mother asks her to come help with the situation so she takes a few days off from work to do so.
Mica has been with Dean since she ran away with him. He cheats on her and is abusive. She is a model and is malnourished and a heavy drinker. She thought that Justine would forgive her in the intervening years but she has not done so. Mica has also never apologized for what happened. After a health scare, she impulsively heads home to see her parents.
The sisters are shocked to see each other. Initially, things do not go smoothly starting with Justine and Mica having a physical fight when they see each other again. Regina falls back into her role as peacemaker. However, the emergence of new information about the murder, the issues facing their parents, and other goings on force them to think of other things besides themselves. It gives them an opportunity to bond which they both want and don’t want.
The book lost a star because of the negative behavior of several characters. In addition, I thought there should have been more relationship development between Regina and Mitchell, the appraiser hired to assess the antiques in her parent’s business. Finally, Dean acts unexpectedly with Justine in one scene and his motivation was never revealed.
It was a quick and easy read.
This book is a standalone. Years ago, I read most of the author’s books including this one. I remember enjoying them and so I reread this one.
The author’s style involves a lot of quickly moving parts. This book tells the stories of 3 sisters, Justine, Regina, and Mica, who had at least two huge events that continue to affect their whole life. First, when they are teenagers, they witness a murder. Second, they also each have a significant history with Dean Haviland. The book rotates between the point of view of each sister, giving their part of the story, though most of it is told from Regina’s point of view.
Justine is the oldest and she was engaged to Dean and left standing at the altar when he ran away with Mica, her youngest sister. Since then, Justine has not committed to anyone and only has affairs with married men. A wife of one of those men comes by her office and threatens to shoot her. Justine is traumatized and suspended from work. Impulsively, she decides to head home to North Carolina to visit her parents. For most of the book, Justine came across as selfish.
Regina is the overlooked middle child. She gets a call from their mother and finds out that her parents are separating and also that their family business is bankrupt. Her mother asks her to come help with the situation so she takes a few days off from work to do so.
Mica has been with Dean since she ran away with him. He cheats on her and is abusive. She is a model and is malnourished and a heavy drinker. She thought that Justine would forgive her in the intervening years but she has not done so. Mica has also never apologized for what happened. After a health scare, she impulsively heads home to see her parents.
The sisters are shocked to see each other. Initially, things do not go smoothly starting with Justine and Mica having a physical fight when they see each other again. Regina falls back into her role as peacemaker. However, the emergence of new information about the murder, the issues facing their parents, and other goings on force them to think of other things besides themselves. It gives them an opportunity to bond which they both want and don’t want.
The book lost a star because of the negative behavior of several characters. In addition, I thought there should have been more relationship development between Regina and Mitchell, the appraiser hired to assess the antiques in her parent’s business. Finally, Dean acts unexpectedly with Justine in one scene and his motivation was never revealed.
It was a quick and easy read.
March 18, 2022
This is the second literary offering I have read by Stephanie Bond. The first was a short story called After Hours. It was okay, so I looked to see if I had any other Bond books on my shelf to give the author a real chance with a full length novel. That is how I ended up reading I Think I Love You from 2002. For me, this book was only tolerable to okay. This book nor the short story I read are romantic comedies, FYI. Romance-yes. Mystery-yes. There are some witty quips by Mitchell and that is it.
One of my biggest hang ups of this book is how lousy most of the characters treat each other. It really got to me, put me in a sour place, and put me off of this book. I know people treat each other like this and worse, but this almost made me put the book down and DNF. As anyone can see it took me over a month to get through this book because I couldn't take much more of the family drama. Several weeks later I only picked it back up just to finish it and get if off my shelf.
Mitchell (an appraiser) and his dog Sam were the only characters I liked in this book. I would have liked more of the story involving the characters of Lando (cop) and Everett(agent). Regina (an editor) and her sisters are the main characters of this book. Honestly there is a lot of characters and events to keep track of in this book. Regina is the middle child and is a door mat who is in her mid 30s. She doesn't stand up for herself and seems easily persuaded by others. Justine (a cosmetology executive/oldest sister) is 38 and has daddy issues, trust issues, etc. She favors her mother. Mica (youngest sister/ hair model) is in her early 30s and is daddy's little girl. Side note-Pete (cop) is kinda gross was a bit of a useless character really. I was a bit disappointed the ending seemed rushed or cut short. I could have used an epilogue. Something to give me more of Justine and Mica, as well as Lando and Everett.
If you're a Stephanie Bond fan take a chance with this book. I won't be reading any more of her books. I wouldn't recommend this specific book to anyone curious about Bond's books either.
One of my biggest hang ups of this book is how lousy most of the characters treat each other. It really got to me, put me in a sour place, and put me off of this book. I know people treat each other like this and worse, but this almost made me put the book down and DNF. As anyone can see it took me over a month to get through this book because I couldn't take much more of the family drama. Several weeks later I only picked it back up just to finish it and get if off my shelf.
Mitchell (an appraiser) and his dog Sam were the only characters I liked in this book. I would have liked more of the story involving the characters of Lando (cop) and Everett(agent). Regina (an editor) and her sisters are the main characters of this book. Honestly there is a lot of characters and events to keep track of in this book. Regina is the middle child and is a door mat who is in her mid 30s. She doesn't stand up for herself and seems easily persuaded by others. Justine (a cosmetology executive/oldest sister) is 38 and has daddy issues, trust issues, etc. She favors her mother. Mica (youngest sister/ hair model) is in her early 30s and is daddy's little girl. Side note-Pete (cop) is kinda gross was a bit of a useless character really. I was a bit disappointed the ending seemed rushed or cut short. I could have used an epilogue. Something to give me more of Justine and Mica, as well as Lando and Everett.
If you're a Stephanie Bond fan take a chance with this book. I won't be reading any more of her books. I wouldn't recommend this specific book to anyone curious about Bond's books either.
August 30, 2021
I had this in my shelves for years and years, after picking it up at a flea market in a desperate search for *any* english book. And today was its lucky day!
This had it all! Murder mystery, long hidden secrets, feuding sisters and an unexpected reunion at a disfunctional family home. What else could a girl ask for?
It was so fun seeing who the love interests would be, and god I loved Mitchell so much! Absolutely charming and fUNNy!!
This had it all! Murder mystery, long hidden secrets, feuding sisters and an unexpected reunion at a disfunctional family home. What else could a girl ask for?
It was so fun seeing who the love interests would be, and god I loved Mitchell so much! Absolutely charming and fUNNy!!
June 7, 2023
Mystery and romance
As always Stephanie Bond delivers humor and romance while providing not 1 but 2 mysteries to be solved. The Metcalf sisters are each at a crossroad in their lives and come back to their family home for some comfort and reflection. But, of course, they have to work through issues both old and new before the healing and change can happen.
As always Stephanie Bond delivers humor and romance while providing not 1 but 2 mysteries to be solved. The Metcalf sisters are each at a crossroad in their lives and come back to their family home for some comfort and reflection. But, of course, they have to work through issues both old and new before the healing and change can happen.
February 23, 2018
Three sisters. One secret. A lifetime of conflict. Everything comes to a head when Justine, Regina, and Mica converge on their parents home. I Think I Love You is filled with drama, laughter, love, forgiveness, and a dash of murder. This is a fun and easy read that drew me in from the first page.
June 4, 2018
Full of the same wit in the "One For the Money," etc. series, this stand-alone book was fast paced but predictable. It was fun for commuting on these pretty spring days. Not a prize winner but a good light read between heavier novels.
July 18, 2017
Sisters and love
This book is a bit long, but I loved the character development and growth and the mystery. Fun parts, too. Love all the HEA!
This book is a bit long, but I loved the character development and growth and the mystery. Fun parts, too. Love all the HEA!
February 10, 2019
It was ok
October 20, 2019
Called it!
October 29, 2019
“A Humorous Romantic Mystery” is so accurate for this one. Kept me guessing and laughing. Enjoyed the ending very much! Cute story, would definitely recommend.
February 21, 2020
This was a fun, light read; especially nice after a difficult, heavy read.
April 28, 2020
3.5 stars
July 8, 2020
Forgettable
December 20, 2021
Got this as a free Kindle e-book from Amazon. Enjoyable, easy read with just the right amount of fluff and angst.
July 19, 2023
Always fun and interesting to read a Stephanie Bond book!
September 28, 2024
Somewhere between a 3.5 and 4
April 7, 2025
All I can say is I thought my family was screwed up but reading this book made me realize my family isn’t alone.
July 3, 2018
This was a decent story about 3 sisters who witness a murder as children and never tell anyone about it. They all also fall in love with the same man and betray each other over him. Over the years they become estranged and now they all come back home to help their parents sell their business.
Justine, Regina and Mica all have their own issues with each other and themselves. The story is focused on their relationships as well as on the mystery. I must say I figured out who did it pretty early on, but I didn't figure out the why until it was revealed.
Secrets are revealed and relationships are repaired. Enoyable read.
Justine, Regina and Mica all have their own issues with each other and themselves. The story is focused on their relationships as well as on the mystery. I must say I figured out who did it pretty early on, but I didn't figure out the why until it was revealed.
Secrets are revealed and relationships are repaired. Enoyable read.
March 13, 2017
This was the perfect blend of a mystery, suspense and a little romance
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