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Dear Cupid
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320 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published July 15, 2001
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About the author
Julie Ortolon
19 books550 followersMost authors will tell you they've been writing and reading since childhood. Not me. I hated reading and never imagined I'd someday be a writer. Of course, the fact that I have dyslexia probably has a tiny bit to do with my aversion to the written word.
Nonetheless, I had a very active imagination and spent most of my school years staring out the window dreaming up stories. When I finally escaped the torture of public school, I attended Schreiner College in the Texas Hill Country. Schreiner specializes in programs for students with learning disabilities. With the help of a school administrator, who was willing to type out one of my short stories, I entered a writing contest—won first place!
That was when I started longing for a way to get the other stories that were in my head down on paper. But the act of writing longhand, when I couldn't spell, could barely read, and knew zip about punctuation, proved impossible.
So, I became an artist instead—and was perfectly happy.
Then came the day my journalist husband brought home a computer, and I discovered the wonders of "spell check." I cannot describe how I felt in that moment. That computer was like a magic box—a gateway into a world where anything was possible. I spend every spare minute teaching myself to type, read, punctuate, and somehow get my stories out of my head and onto that glowing white screen.
Ten years, and five complete manuscripts later, I had another magical moment—the day I sold my first book. When I got the news I screamed and cried and made a perfectly ecstatic fool of myself.
The journey to becoming a published author was long and hard, but writing is the most thrilling thing I've ever done.
Nonetheless, I had a very active imagination and spent most of my school years staring out the window dreaming up stories. When I finally escaped the torture of public school, I attended Schreiner College in the Texas Hill Country. Schreiner specializes in programs for students with learning disabilities. With the help of a school administrator, who was willing to type out one of my short stories, I entered a writing contest—won first place!
That was when I started longing for a way to get the other stories that were in my head down on paper. But the act of writing longhand, when I couldn't spell, could barely read, and knew zip about punctuation, proved impossible.
So, I became an artist instead—and was perfectly happy.
Then came the day my journalist husband brought home a computer, and I discovered the wonders of "spell check." I cannot describe how I felt in that moment. That computer was like a magic box—a gateway into a world where anything was possible. I spend every spare minute teaching myself to type, read, punctuate, and somehow get my stories out of my head and onto that glowing white screen.
Ten years, and five complete manuscripts later, I had another magical moment—the day I sold my first book. When I got the news I screamed and cried and made a perfectly ecstatic fool of myself.
The journey to becoming a published author was long and hard, but writing is the most thrilling thing I've ever done.
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May 23, 2011
Be forewarned, this book is completely and utterly predictable. However, if you are looking for some mindless beach reading then by all means, this is the book for you!
I especially like how the main character, Kate, interacts with her son Dylan. I love how Dylan really kind of brings Kate and Mike together in the end. The overall concept of the book was nothing new and I didn't particularly care for all the man bashing but it fit with the plot of the book with Kate being hurt and gun shy about getting back into the dating scene after her failed marriage to Edward and the messy divorce that followed. It's light, funny and romantic. I would recommend this to anyone looking for some lighthearted fun.
I especially like how the main character, Kate, interacts with her son Dylan. I love how Dylan really kind of brings Kate and Mike together in the end. The overall concept of the book was nothing new and I didn't particularly care for all the man bashing but it fit with the plot of the book with Kate being hurt and gun shy about getting back into the dating scene after her failed marriage to Edward and the messy divorce that followed. It's light, funny and romantic. I would recommend this to anyone looking for some lighthearted fun.
October 29, 2015
Dear Cupid by Julie Ortolon is the type of book that will give you the warm fuzzies, as well as give you a few chuckles as you read. This is a near perfect contemporary romance about a heroine getting a shot at a second chance at love with a guy who enjoys everything life has to offer. The hero pushes her to have fun and not worry about things. I found myself having a blast reading Dear Cupid because Julie has written two great characters in Kate and Michael.
Kate is a divorced mother with a 5 year old son who has asthma. Her ex-husband isn’t in the picture that much since he’s all about work and having his own life on his own terms, which means no wife or son to take up his time. Kate is barely making ends meet as a romance columnist called Dear Cupid. She has a meeting with the owner of the on-line magazine, who tells Kate that she needs to spice up her advice or her column will be cancelled. Kate would be devastated because she loves giving advice, but doesn’t want to lie to her fans. Not everything is rainbows and roses in the romance department for every couple. Kate’s love life is stale, which she thinks might be the main reason her column is the same way. While she’s waiting to board her plane home, she spot a handsome man wearing a Hawaiian shirt. She pretends to spill her purse as she passes him. She does a little flirting, which he responds to, but she doesn’t go much further than that. By the time she gets on her flight, Michael, the man she flirted with is very interested in her. But then she gives him the cold shoulder and ignores him. He’s confused by her sudden change of heart, but fate intervenes because he has a business card she forgot that spilled out of her purse. He knows how to reach her.
Kate’s friend runs a Wife for Hire, a business that helps people who are too busy to run errands or take care of their house. Kate accepts a job for a male client, who when Kate meets is in for a big surprise because it’s Mike. He tells Kate he needs someone to help him find a wife since he’s so busy working as a consultant for various movie productions, creating special effects for sci-fi movies. His plan is a little underhanded and sneaky because he’s not really looking for a wife. He just wants Kate in his life, but he doesn’t tell her that. He plays it off so well that she falls for it, even allowing her to redecorate his bachelor pad house.
Mike is very appealing, but Kate has other more important things to worry about. She’s always stressing, while Mike is more laid back, even though his work keeps him busy and he’s always on call. They form a friendship, which Mike hopes will grow into something more, and possibly permanent.
Dear Cupid is uber-sweet and predictable, but that doesn’t take away from the reading pleasure as Kate and Mike fall in love. Mike knows how to deal with stress a lot better than Kate, who feels like the world is against her. Mike comes into Kate’s life at the perfect time because other than her son and her column, she doesn’t have much to look forward to. Some may find Kate annoying after a while, but Mike is there to even things out. He’s a great counterpart to Kate, and they have great chemistry together.
The romance factor here has limited sensuality with one or two full love scenes that are more in the PG-13 range, so this would be a good read for teens. The outcome is very satisfactory, especially when it comes to Kate’s column and her decision about Mike and his role in her life. The ending is the complete HEA any fan of romance would want.
For a feel good story, do check Dear Cupid out.
Kate is a divorced mother with a 5 year old son who has asthma. Her ex-husband isn’t in the picture that much since he’s all about work and having his own life on his own terms, which means no wife or son to take up his time. Kate is barely making ends meet as a romance columnist called Dear Cupid. She has a meeting with the owner of the on-line magazine, who tells Kate that she needs to spice up her advice or her column will be cancelled. Kate would be devastated because she loves giving advice, but doesn’t want to lie to her fans. Not everything is rainbows and roses in the romance department for every couple. Kate’s love life is stale, which she thinks might be the main reason her column is the same way. While she’s waiting to board her plane home, she spot a handsome man wearing a Hawaiian shirt. She pretends to spill her purse as she passes him. She does a little flirting, which he responds to, but she doesn’t go much further than that. By the time she gets on her flight, Michael, the man she flirted with is very interested in her. But then she gives him the cold shoulder and ignores him. He’s confused by her sudden change of heart, but fate intervenes because he has a business card she forgot that spilled out of her purse. He knows how to reach her.
Kate’s friend runs a Wife for Hire, a business that helps people who are too busy to run errands or take care of their house. Kate accepts a job for a male client, who when Kate meets is in for a big surprise because it’s Mike. He tells Kate he needs someone to help him find a wife since he’s so busy working as a consultant for various movie productions, creating special effects for sci-fi movies. His plan is a little underhanded and sneaky because he’s not really looking for a wife. He just wants Kate in his life, but he doesn’t tell her that. He plays it off so well that she falls for it, even allowing her to redecorate his bachelor pad house.
Mike is very appealing, but Kate has other more important things to worry about. She’s always stressing, while Mike is more laid back, even though his work keeps him busy and he’s always on call. They form a friendship, which Mike hopes will grow into something more, and possibly permanent.
Dear Cupid is uber-sweet and predictable, but that doesn’t take away from the reading pleasure as Kate and Mike fall in love. Mike knows how to deal with stress a lot better than Kate, who feels like the world is against her. Mike comes into Kate’s life at the perfect time because other than her son and her column, she doesn’t have much to look forward to. Some may find Kate annoying after a while, but Mike is there to even things out. He’s a great counterpart to Kate, and they have great chemistry together.
The romance factor here has limited sensuality with one or two full love scenes that are more in the PG-13 range, so this would be a good read for teens. The outcome is very satisfactory, especially when it comes to Kate’s column and her decision about Mike and his role in her life. The ending is the complete HEA any fan of romance would want.
For a feel good story, do check Dear Cupid out.
July 17, 2011
Kate Bradshaw writes a popular "Dear Cupid" Web advice column, but finds it difficult to offer positive advice after her painful divorce. She would like to tell every reader to "dump the bastard and move on." Not exactly the kind of pithy advice her boss wants her to give.
In an attempt to regain the perspective that made her column popular, Kate leaves her native Texas hill country for a business trip to L.A., where she practices her flirting technique on the first attractive man she sees, movie special-effects man Mike Cameron. If she can successfully get his attention, maybe she can start believing that she has what it takes to offer advice to the lovelorn.
While I found that set-up a bit of a stretch, I hung in with the story and I'm glad I did. It was a pleasant read, and the interplay between Mike and Kate's son, Dylan is truly engaging. Mikes persistent, yet gentle efforts to get Kate to trust herself and trust in love again, was equally engaging. He is definitely a different kind of hero, but no less a hero than any other good romance novel.
The edition I read was the e-book for Kindle and it was a bargain at 99cents.
In an attempt to regain the perspective that made her column popular, Kate leaves her native Texas hill country for a business trip to L.A., where she practices her flirting technique on the first attractive man she sees, movie special-effects man Mike Cameron. If she can successfully get his attention, maybe she can start believing that she has what it takes to offer advice to the lovelorn.
While I found that set-up a bit of a stretch, I hung in with the story and I'm glad I did. It was a pleasant read, and the interplay between Mike and Kate's son, Dylan is truly engaging. Mikes persistent, yet gentle efforts to get Kate to trust herself and trust in love again, was equally engaging. He is definitely a different kind of hero, but no less a hero than any other good romance novel.
The edition I read was the e-book for Kindle and it was a bargain at 99cents.
April 22, 2017
This weekend I read three romance novels. They were all free kindle books. One thing I like about romance novels is that they read so fast. Three books in a weekend and I paid only my time.
This story involves a young women who writes an online advice column called "Dear Cupid". Her recent bitter divorce however has turned her a little negative as far as relatioships are concerned.
In comes the man, a CGI computer nerd who falls instantly for her.
The story follows the typical romance novel formula, yet is still sweet and upbeat and leaves you with a good feeling at the end. Isn't that the purpose of romance novels anyway?
This story involves a young women who writes an online advice column called "Dear Cupid". Her recent bitter divorce however has turned her a little negative as far as relatioships are concerned.
In comes the man, a CGI computer nerd who falls instantly for her.
The story follows the typical romance novel formula, yet is still sweet and upbeat and leaves you with a good feeling at the end. Isn't that the purpose of romance novels anyway?
November 21, 2011
I thought the basis of this story was great, but a little out there in terms of reality. I don't think anyone could be as stupid as Kate. Here she has this great guy, who is obviously interested in her, and wants to marry her- in fact can't think of anything else. And he's really sweet.. and she keeps turning him down. It didn't make sense to me. Not only that, but he has an incredible job and can take care of her and her son (not only can, but actually WANTS to take care of them). I just didn't buy her reluctance.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 18, 2010
An advice columnist falls for (kind of, sometimes) a guy looking for a wife. I have to stop taking books out of the free pile at the library. This one felt like every twenty pages I had unconsciously Chosen My Own Adventure and the story and characters veered off in yet another direction. There were about 50 different paths the plot took, sequentially, and completely meaninglessly.
July 18, 2011
Only the second book in the last couple of years that I couldn't finish. I was irritated by the "to stupid to live" characters early on in this book. Even the secondary characters were irritating.
I slam this book against the wall.
I slam this book against the wall.
October 5, 2013
Woman writer Kate who has lost her sparkle, sexy movie animator Mike who falls in love with Kate at first sight, Kate's ex and her son who wants a father. Throw in some Hollywood props and you have a great love story. Enjoy
January 26, 2016
Not impressed. The main character's husband left her, she writes a Dear Cupid column and is threaten to get fired, she flirts with a man that is "below" her, freaks out, he hires her to find a wife because he loves her from the first moment they met. Blah.
May 24, 2017
Not a fan of damsels in distress. The movie artist career and sailing was an interesting bit. But most likely not at all what the author wanted "my favorite parts" to be.
April 18, 2020
I loved this book. It was a delightful read from the First until the Last page.
I have always loved reading Julie Ortolon books and this one did not
disappoint.
I have always loved reading Julie Ortolon books and this one did not
disappoint.
July 4, 2011
This is the second book I've read by Julie Orloton, and while they're a little predictable, and they tend to be a little scattered, I enjoy them. They're perfect for when I want a quick, easy read.
This one revolved around Kate, a romance advice columnist who has allowed a less-than-great marriage and the ensuing divorce turn her bitter and her column into mostly an exercise in man-bashing. After a warning from her boss, she decides that the only way to get her writerly mojo back is to find a random guy at the airport, flirt with him shamelessly, then walk off. Imagine her surprise, when, due to a set of completely random circumstances and coincidences, she ends up working for him through a company she doesn't even work for, called Wife for Hire.
Mike Cameron is a movie animation specialist who spends most of his internal monologues, and there are a lot, lamenting the fact that at 38, he doesn't have a wife or kids yet. In fact, while Kate is flirting with him at the airport, one of the first things he notices about her us how perfect her breasts are. For breastfeeding. Which was a bit creepy. He can't forget about her, even after she quickly blows him off, so he manages to track her down after their flight lands. He convinces her friend, who owns Wife for Hire to let him hire Kate. Who doesn't work there. To help him find a wife. While not telling her that the only wife he wants is her.
Kate and Mike are the redeeming qualities of this book. I really liked both of them. Who hasn't been treated like crap by an ex and ended up a little bitter and wary after that? We've all been there. And Kate has a son to think about as well, so she's extra cautious. And I liked that Mike seemed to genuinely get that, after Kate decided to actually talk to him about it, and give her the time and space she needed. And he did it without doing that romance-novel-hero/douche move where he says he understands and will give her the time and space she needs while trying to soulfully kiss the doubts away. He actually gave her some time and space to get her head together.
I'll be reading more of Orloton's books and I recommend them. Don't think about the actual story too much, just enjoy the characters, which she really does have a knack for creating.
This one revolved around Kate, a romance advice columnist who has allowed a less-than-great marriage and the ensuing divorce turn her bitter and her column into mostly an exercise in man-bashing. After a warning from her boss, she decides that the only way to get her writerly mojo back is to find a random guy at the airport, flirt with him shamelessly, then walk off. Imagine her surprise, when, due to a set of completely random circumstances and coincidences, she ends up working for him through a company she doesn't even work for, called Wife for Hire.
Mike Cameron is a movie animation specialist who spends most of his internal monologues, and there are a lot, lamenting the fact that at 38, he doesn't have a wife or kids yet. In fact, while Kate is flirting with him at the airport, one of the first things he notices about her us how perfect her breasts are. For breastfeeding. Which was a bit creepy. He can't forget about her, even after she quickly blows him off, so he manages to track her down after their flight lands. He convinces her friend, who owns Wife for Hire to let him hire Kate. Who doesn't work there. To help him find a wife. While not telling her that the only wife he wants is her.
Kate and Mike are the redeeming qualities of this book. I really liked both of them. Who hasn't been treated like crap by an ex and ended up a little bitter and wary after that? We've all been there. And Kate has a son to think about as well, so she's extra cautious. And I liked that Mike seemed to genuinely get that, after Kate decided to actually talk to him about it, and give her the time and space she needed. And he did it without doing that romance-novel-hero/douche move where he says he understands and will give her the time and space she needs while trying to soulfully kiss the doubts away. He actually gave her some time and space to get her head together.
I'll be reading more of Orloton's books and I recommend them. Don't think about the actual story too much, just enjoy the characters, which she really does have a knack for creating.
June 25, 2011
Kate has turned bitter and taken to a bit of male-bashing... not an ideal situation for an online romance columnist. While waiting for a flight back home, she decides to practice her rusty flirting skills on an unsuspecting man in a loud Hawaiian shirt. He happens to be Michael Cameron, a highly respected and talented movie animator. For him, it's love at first sight. While Kate feels an attraction, she wants nothing more to do with him. Mike devises a plan to spend more time with Kate, even though the pretense is so thin both can see right through it. While Kate's life slowly falls apart, Mike tries to convince Kate to believe in herself again.
This is a fairly straightforward, predictable read. At first, Kate comes off as shallow and selfish, with her love of nice clothes and a nice home, and an attraction to powerful men. It is almost as if she doesn't know herself, because Mike might have it all, but that isn't why she falls for him. She also cares more about her son than anything else, willing to give up on her own dream to make sure that Dylan is protected and cared for. While Kate worries that Mike will disappoint Dylan like his father has, and Mike isn't sure he really wants anything to do with another man's child, Dylan is ultimately the reason they can come together to form a big, happy family.
This is a fairly straightforward, predictable read. At first, Kate comes off as shallow and selfish, with her love of nice clothes and a nice home, and an attraction to powerful men. It is almost as if she doesn't know herself, because Mike might have it all, but that isn't why she falls for him. She also cares more about her son than anything else, willing to give up on her own dream to make sure that Dylan is protected and cared for. While Kate worries that Mike will disappoint Dylan like his father has, and Mike isn't sure he really wants anything to do with another man's child, Dylan is ultimately the reason they can come together to form a big, happy family.
January 9, 2012
I enjoyed this one. It was a fun, silly, quirky, colorful read. It had moments of absurdity but it worked for me somewhat. The writing was great and was the strongest trait of the book. Pacing and dialog were both very good too. I was sucked into this story and even though it was predictable in some aspects it was still a fun "escaper" for me.
The characters were alright, but Kate was very annoying and that, unfortunately in a round-about way, reflected on the whole cast. While I tried to like her, I just couldn't get past some issues that bothered me on a personal level. Mainly with the choices she makes in raising her son. By the time the conflict starts gathering steam, she hit the TSTL territory for me. Also my dislike for her eclipsed any feelings I may have had for the others. The rest of the cast was just kind of… there. Even Mike was just average.
I also had trouble buying into the romance. I couldn't believe someone would go to the lengths that Mike did to be with Kate after a 2 minute or so initial meeting. And nothing is shown to prove there's anything besides a physical attraction between the two. Overall though, I was happy with this book. It had just the right amount of humor and pace that kept me turning the pages. Along with the smexy times! :p This book is a perfect, mindless "beach" read. It worked well for me to read during the crazy holiday season.
The characters were alright, but Kate was very annoying and that, unfortunately in a round-about way, reflected on the whole cast. While I tried to like her, I just couldn't get past some issues that bothered me on a personal level. Mainly with the choices she makes in raising her son. By the time the conflict starts gathering steam, she hit the TSTL territory for me. Also my dislike for her eclipsed any feelings I may have had for the others. The rest of the cast was just kind of… there. Even Mike was just average.
I also had trouble buying into the romance. I couldn't believe someone would go to the lengths that Mike did to be with Kate after a 2 minute or so initial meeting. And nothing is shown to prove there's anything besides a physical attraction between the two. Overall though, I was happy with this book. It had just the right amount of humor and pace that kept me turning the pages. Along with the smexy times! :p This book is a perfect, mindless "beach" read. It worked well for me to read during the crazy holiday season.
April 20, 2014
Kate writes a column for a paper . It is a Dear Cupid column where she gives advice. She just fly out to meet her boss and discuss her column. Gwen, her boss, told her she needed to pick up her column some because it was getting to dry and all her advice was starting to sound judgmental She has been this way since her divorce to Edward. He told her she had no talent so now she is raising their five year old son.. While waiting in the airport for her plane she decides to see if she still knows how to flirt with a man. She picks out a guy with a print shirt on and pretends to drop her bag with no response so she dumps it on the floor. While she is picking up her contents he notices how pretty she is and he decides this might be the girl of his dreams. His name is Mike. He tries to connect with her but she just ignores him. Back home her friend wants her to help out with her business. Its call Wife for hire and they do all sorts of things for homeowners. Mike gets the idea of hiring Kate to redo his home and help him find a wife. This book is really entertaining and I know you will enjoy reading it
August 4, 2011
This cover does elude to the pretty elaborate sex scenes in this book. I just skipped them, because based on the cover, I was not expecting that at all. the first one is about 44% into the book (says my kindle). All of them are easy to skip, just go to the end of the chapter, and it will be over.
The story was cute. I really with the main character would have had more self esteem a little earlier in the book, I just got a little tired of her putting herself down all the time.
Overall, I loved the main love interest. It was just a fun book, that the sex scenes didn't add anything to it. (or they could have just been closed door scenes)
The funny thing is, this is the second book in a week that was like that with the sex scenes that I have read. I will have to pick more carefully next time.
The story was cute. I really with the main character would have had more self esteem a little earlier in the book, I just got a little tired of her putting herself down all the time.
Overall, I loved the main love interest. It was just a fun book, that the sex scenes didn't add anything to it. (or they could have just been closed door scenes)
The funny thing is, this is the second book in a week that was like that with the sex scenes that I have read. I will have to pick more carefully next time.
August 19, 2011
Cute book. I never read anything by Ortolon before but I will pick up others now. Kate recently got divorced and has the insecurities all divorce women have (or atleast most) and Mike fell in love at first sight. But there are other factors (her kid, her job, etc) but he will do anything he needs to win Kate over. It is written very well. It actually had me chuckle a couple of times out loud. Mike is adorable and I can relate to Kate because she wants to take care of everything and everyone before herself. The end of the book was finished a little quick for my taste. Yes we knew they got together (don't all romances?) but it seemed everything came together for Kate in the end in a matter of the last few pages even though it was only a week in time line. But as I said I will be reading more of her books and would recommend it to others.
August 26, 2011
Dear Cupid by Julie Ortolon was originally published by St. Martins press in 2001. It has now been released in eBook form. As many reviews have stated the story is predictable. But this is a heart warming story with well developed characters.
Kate is an advice columnist with a column entitled Dear Cupid. But after her experiences dealing with her ex-husband, has she lost her ability to see and believe in love ?
Mike takes one look at Kate in the airport and just knows she's the one. After talking and flirting with her he's even more sure. So how can he convince her?
Giving advice, now that's the easy part but following her own advice is a lot harder. Will Mike be able to help Kate believe in herself and love again ?
Kate is an advice columnist with a column entitled Dear Cupid. But after her experiences dealing with her ex-husband, has she lost her ability to see and believe in love ?
Mike takes one look at Kate in the airport and just knows she's the one. After talking and flirting with her he's even more sure. So how can he convince her?
Giving advice, now that's the easy part but following her own advice is a lot harder. Will Mike be able to help Kate believe in herself and love again ?
February 21, 2013
I started this book to have a fun romance to read for the month of February. While it wasn't terrible, it was just okay. The author is definitely a good writer, but the story was a bit cheesy. Woman with trust issues. Man who falls in love and wants to marry her after three weeks. It was a role reversal if I ever saw one. The story was predictable. Kate got on my nerves after a while, however. Here she has a prince on her hands (I'm not sure men like Mike exist, but it's a novel, after all), and she keeps rejecting him because she's scared. It was too much of her fears. Having said this, the book is a quick, easy read and the writing is good. So if you're looking for a quick romance, you might enjoy this book.
August 10, 2015
A story any single parent can relate to
Kate had a disastrous marriage and a painful divorce, but she came away with 7-year-old Dylan, who she wouldn't trade for anything. Her ex, Edward, sees his son the same way as he'd seen Kate: as interruptions to his life, his goals, his career.
She meets Mike, and the chemistry is explosive, but he's a workaholic and she's determined not to settle for second place for her son and herself in any man's life. Mike makes several mis-steps along the way, but eventually they reach their HEA.
There was also a secondary story that I loved just about as much. Linda & Jim were a great couple and deserve a story of their own, if they don't already have one.
Kate had a disastrous marriage and a painful divorce, but she came away with 7-year-old Dylan, who she wouldn't trade for anything. Her ex, Edward, sees his son the same way as he'd seen Kate: as interruptions to his life, his goals, his career.
She meets Mike, and the chemistry is explosive, but he's a workaholic and she's determined not to settle for second place for her son and herself in any man's life. Mike makes several mis-steps along the way, but eventually they reach their HEA.
There was also a secondary story that I loved just about as much. Linda & Jim were a great couple and deserve a story of their own, if they don't already have one.
December 22, 2007
This book was really fun and fast. It's a quick and easy read. Great beach book. Loved the characters in this book and how the female lead, Kate, interacted with her son. I liked how she brought her son and her new man together and got them to like each other. It was a fun concept for a book too. I didn't like some of the man bashing but it fit with the plot of the book with her being hurt and gun shy about getting back into the dating scene. I would recommend this to anyone looking for some light hearted fun.
July 12, 2011
Sure, it was pretty predictable. But I really fell in love with the characters. I really enjoyed the relationship between Kate and her son, and her wariness of exposing him to any hurt. Mike was the perfect guy. Who wouldn't want him? There were a few spots that the book veered off and didn't really complete, but all in all, I did not want to put the book down. I read it over a span of a day, and it kept me up into the night. It made me cry a little, and made me smile a lot. I recommend for a fluffy, happy read.
August 2, 2012
Julie, Julie, Julie... I LOVE reading your books. You are an amazing author. Thank you for providing us with wonderful, well written books. Your passion for what you do shows in your work.
After reading the Perfect trilogy, I knew I had to find another book from this author. "Dear Cupid" was a wonderful and easy read. The book was filled with emotion and the characters were easy to relate to.
September 20, 2012
More a 3.5 stars than a full deserving 4. However predictable it was, I just really enjoyed my reading through it.
The characters, main and secondary, are overall quite friendly and nice in a next-door-neighbour kind of way. I liked the introduction of Mike and Kate in the airport.
This is a perfect romantic comedy, light-hearted, without any angst to be expected. It is however very heart-warming and so much more pleasant to read than the last books I read / am trying to read.
The characters, main and secondary, are overall quite friendly and nice in a next-door-neighbour kind of way. I liked the introduction of Mike and Kate in the airport.
This is a perfect romantic comedy, light-hearted, without any angst to be expected. It is however very heart-warming and so much more pleasant to read than the last books I read / am trying to read.
June 26, 2011
'Dear Cupid' isn't the best book that I've read by Julie Ortolon, but I found it to be an enjoyable story. A nice fast read for folks that like romances and happily ever afters. The plot is pretty predictable, but the main characters are likable so you can forgive Ortolon for that. I think 'Dear Cupid' would be a good poolside or beach book, a nice, uncomplicated read.
June 29, 2011
Fun, sweet romance that makes the reader believe that there are second chances. I've read four books by Ortolon now and each one has left me with a smile. Her male characters are less flawed than her female, the ideal, patient, and wise male. The secondary characters are well developed and give the story a complexity that the seemingly simple plot lacks.
July 9, 2011
There were some surprisingly redeeming insights in this novel: how parents should chase their dreams, how some people abuse others and the power and necessity of self-respect to have a healthy romantic relationship. Still, these weren't quite enough to save the cheesy cliches, predictable plot and same old, tired characters.
July 6, 2016
This was cute! It felt like it blended a lot of tropes but it mostly did it in a happy way. I thought the heroine was a little too in her head about her hundreds of reasons not to get with this dude, but I could suspend my disbelief enough when I thought about her past. The sexy times on the boat were great, and the following events with the kid were heart-breaking.
June 26, 2011
This is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors!!!
And, having just got out of a marriage similar to what Kates but have been, I can't help but be optimistic my own FX guy is out there waiting for me! :D
And, having just got out of a marriage similar to what Kates but have been, I can't help but be optimistic my own FX guy is out there waiting for me! :D
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