When Lindsey Parker's widowed father announces that he is to remarry, Lindsey does what any good daughter would do: wishes him congratulations then sets about trying to kill his fiancee, Karen. Fortunately, the murder attempt fails but Lindsey still succeeds in driving Karen off. It doesn't take long, however, before Lindsey realizes that her father's heart really is broken and the only way to mend it is by getting Karen back. But Karen already has a new man -- a mysterious entrepreneur. Lindsay enlists the help of an old schoolmate, now private detective, in an attempt to break this new couple up, but when on her friend's advice, Lindsey turns honey-trapper and sets out to seduce her ex-future-step-mother's new man, she finds herself falling in love...
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Praise for Chris Manby: 'A deliciously comical novel that's peppered with characters who are so endearing you'll want to take them home and introduce them to your mum ... GIRL MEETS APE is charming, funny and compelling as your favourite soap ... it's a rip-roaring good read' -- Heat 'A fast-track, fun romance full of monkey business' -- Daily Mail on GIRL MEETS APE 'Nothing short of brilliant' -- Marie Claire on SEVEN SUNNY DAYS 'Very funny, hugely feel-good and the perfect antidote for anyone who worries that the only career ladder they've achieved is a run in their tights' -- Fiona Walker on LIZZIE JORDAN'S SECRET LIFE 'Devour it in one go' -- Company on READY OR NOT?
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In 1995 Chris Manby met a New York psychic who told her she would write seven novels. This is her tenth. Which means she probably won't marry that millionaire, either. She is also editor/contributor to the Girls' Night In anthologies, which have so far raised more than GBP1,000,000 for humanitarian organisation War Child, and topped book charts all over the world. Raised in Gloucester, Chris now lives between London and Los Angeles. Her hobbies include reading in-flight magazines and she hopes that continually crossing time zones is an effective anti-ageing strategy.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Entertaining and likable,
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This review is from: The Matchbreaker (Mass Market Paperback)
This is a fun, lighthearted read. I really enjoyed getting to know the main character, Lindsay. While she is delightfully self-centered, it is interesting to watch her grow and evolve as the story takes shape.
If anything, the ending wraps everything up a little too nicely and a little too quickly. It appears the author got bored and just decided to throw in the happily ever after. But 80% of the book is entertaining and even delivers a few laughs.
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Quick & Delightful Read,
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At first, the Lindsey character turned me off and I wanted to put the book down. However, I kept reading and it turned out to be quite an entertaining story. Lindsey works through lots of "growing pains" and has to deal with a realization many post-college girls encounter: idependence. The story intertwines this self-realization with Lindsey's relationship to her father and his fiance(s). As another reviewer has already mentioned, the book did seem to end a little too abruptly. This is by no means a thought provoking novel, but it is a charming story that gives you a few laughs!
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Lip-biting situations,
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A delightful cascade of humorous phrases, and unexpected twists. You will finish The Matchbreaker knowing it is one of those unforgettable tales that stick to the ribs, leaving you with a warm feeling of satisfaction.~Affaire de Coeur
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