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Looking For Mr. Goodfrog (Red Dress Ink Novels)

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I didn't even make it through the first chapter before wanting to throw this book accross the room. I was extremely irritated that I spent money on this book when clearly no one has ever read it before, probably not even the writer herself. There were so many typos, mis-used words, and incorrect sentences that it was hard to even pay attention to the story. How a book can be published without ANYONE noticing these mistakes is beyond me. I guess the publishers were just trying to get the sequel out before anyone realized what a crock her first story was.

It was not only the grammer that horrified me. The boring nature of this story and the uncreative writing that presented it was a complete and utter turn off as well. I hate not finishing a book once I've started it, but I assure you I will never pick up this book again. If the story holds any truth and the writer started as a stand-up performer, I strongly urge her to stick to her day job and never pick up a pen again.

I've never written a review before in my life, however I felt extremely compelled to stop anyone from making the same mistake I did in buying this book!

Forty-six years old actress Karrie Kline has dated and kissed many frogs, but she remains single still LOOKING FOR MR. GOODFROG. She knows her quest for her pond mate means YOU HAVE TO KISS A LOT OF FROGS, but this becomes increasingly depressing. Still her experiences with the dating scene has given her plenty of material for her one woman show, but no man seems right to escort her to the wedding of her best friend Brooke. Thus as the one year clock ticks away for her to find the perfect date, Karrie panics turning to the internet.

Men seem to come out every nick, cranny, and frond as many respond to her simple inquiries. She finds herself visiting parts of New York City she never heard of on dates that in some cases are fun but he is not the one or just plain hell and he is definitely not anyone's one. Karrie ponders if she will be dancing with married men and single females at Brooke's nuptials.

This is an anecdotal chick lit tale and readers will enjoy Karrie's perspective of her dates, especially her prejudicial insight to her date mates from that first glance, to a warm embracing dance, to the first kiss, and the post game analysis of thumbs up or down. Though somewhat defeated, Karrie keeps on seeking her Goodfrog by dumping those she considers as losers and desperately clinging to keep those she considers as possibilities. Readers will enjoy this amphibious sequel starring dating in the New York City pond.

Harriet Klausner

Laurie Graff is funny and Looking for Mr. Goodfrog is a delight to read. Easy to follow and fun, belly laughing incidences of a young woman's life. She never lets up and the stories are one after the other with charm and wit.

On the other hand, she is philosophical and intelligent which made it more than just a fluff piece of writing. I found this book enlightening and smart. The story is of a woman who goes through one man after the other not by choice but because none will commit. In a light hearted but deeply witty droll form, she gives us the woman of the present and her dilemmas. Loved it.

Will read the one before it now. Looking forward to it.

I read the first book and didn't even know I was reading a sequel because nowhere on the book does it state that it's a sequel. I came upon this book at the library book sale so I picked it up. As I was reading, that's when characters and scenarios made me think that it was a sequel and apparently it is. The positives:There were quite a few good quotes that single women in the same situation can relate too because I certainly could. I find myself in the same position with dating "frogs" so I am one to sympathize with the main character. However, I was plain disappointed. As I read, nothing interesting was really happening. It seemed that the plot could have been more intensified and the ending more exciting. I kept waiting and waiting for something great to happen with the main character and her plight, but alas, nothing. This is one of several books that I've read that were considered "chic-lit" and I'm starting to feel as if my intelligence is being insulted.

It's great to get back to Karrie and her journey. Loved Graff's first YOU HAVE TO KISS A LOT OF FROGS as well. Read this one in one satisfying bag of oreo's. And this time, Karrie is growing up and getting her own soul in order. Really love this series. If you haven't read them yet-- the summer is here and the time has come!

What a delicious read! Funny, sexy, and brilliant! I love following the adventures of Karrie Kline and the New York dating scene. Can't wait for more!

I picked this book up on a whim and am very glad I did. A very entertaining read which details both the highlights (hope, optimism, a good first date) and lowlights (waiting for that phone call, crazy guy logic) of dating in New York. Numerous cringeworthy moments that all of us can relate to. I am especially impressed by the author's ability to make me laugh (and even at times laugh at herself) at unbelievable dating scenarios. As a guy, I also have a better idea of the mistakes NOT to make in dating going forward.

What a refreshing, funny story about dating and the frogs, masquerading as good catches, who populate the pool. I love Graff's Karrie Kline -- a strong, single, do-it-yourself woman -- who makes lemonade out of the lemons she's dated! The J-Date story is hysterical. Go Karrie! I can't wait to read about your next adventures! Great summer reading!

After spending her entire dating life kissing frogs and finding no princes, except for faux ones, Karrie Kline decides to make lemonade with the bushel of lemons she's been handed. Her woes become the basis for a comic act, and this book chronicles her journey to that point.

* Unfortunately, her wry humor comes off as more a quiet cry of desperation than truly witty. The high point is reading her snarkier emails, and the rest is just rather blah. *

Amanda Killgore

...but be careful, you might get a sunburn because it's hard to put down! Whether you're sitting by the ocean or Karrie's enormous pond, you'll definitely enjoy the new adventures of actress-turned-dating-expert, Karrie Kline. What a perfect ending! BRAVO! And, it goes without saying, ENCORE!