The What-If Guy: A girls' guide to finding her soulmate [Paperback]

Taylor Wilshire (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2006

In a market where chick lit novels are plentiful this novel offers something different--a spiritual twist. Wilshire'ss funny, charming novel about workaholic, Ryley McKenna truly becomes the hysterical, self-conscious young woman as she spills her life's secrets to a her best friend on a bumpy plane ride of finding her soul mate. Ryley'ss humiliation, spirit, and drive in a believable and entertaining manner. A fun, and relatable story, and easy reading make this novel a perfect escape with spiritual meaning from A Course in Miracles and self help tools.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Brilliant, funny and meaningful! The What-if Guy reads like a summer read but is so much deeper. -- National Book Reviewer

For readers who are hungry for fiction with real modern life, spirituality and is palpable, this book is a keeper. -- Carol Lynn Stewart-ForeWard Magazine

For readers who are hungry for fiction with real modern life, spirituality that is palpable, this book is a keeper. -- Carol Lynn Stewart- ForeWard Magazine

I loved Wilshire's What if Guy-- Its tone is so breezy and subversive, but with a heart of vulnerability. -- Louise Phelem- Book Critic

I loved the sympathetic characters, clarity and immediacy of the prose, and the fast-paced and engaging storyline will captivate readers. -- Texas Review

It's about time a chick-lit book with substance! A wonderful novel with a spiritual twist...loved it! -- People's Choice Book Review

Wilshire creates a sympathetic protagonist for women still searcing for their own way,effectively integrates corporate sales, wtih spiritual undertones. -- Kirkus

From the Publisher

"Wilshire's first novel should satisfy readers from twenty something's and above. Ryley McKenna is in her late twenties, funny, independent, workaholic climbing up the corporate ladder trying to find her soul mate. After a break-up with her boyfriend that she wonders is her "What if Guy" she throws herself into work and tries to find love, but instead finds her authentic self. She is the type that is reluctant to non-traditional self help remedies, unlike her best friend. But some how a book called A Course in Miracles comes into her life, softening the edges of her stressful life. This very personal book triggers events that completely transform her and those around her. Ryley's adventures will strike a chord with all young women struggling to find their place in the world, especially those overwhelmed in their own life. This novel follows the classic format of chasing the wrong man when the right one will come when you are ready, or have a healed heart. "

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Product Details

• Paperback: 233 pages
• Publisher: Nautilus Press (October 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977801802
• ISBN-13: 978-0977801800
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,358,165 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 stars The What if Guy, a fun read yet a powerfull message, February 1, 2007

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E.A. Hill - See all my reviews

This review is from: The What-If Guy: A girls' guide to finding her soulmate (Paperback)

I read "The What-If Guy" in one night. I know it came to me when I needed it. I recognized myself in Wilshire's character. It made me laugh and cry. Somehow Wilshire manages to combine "Sex in the City" and "A Course in Miracles." The book has a lot of suble spiritual messages along with a great story line. The book is good for everyone but especially appropriate for those who have never been introduced to spiritual literature or "A Course in Miracles." I highly recommend "The What-IF Guy."

4.0 out of 5 stars Don't get the spiritual part that is plugged, December 22, 2006

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mavo (Shreveport, LA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The What-If Guy: A girls' guide to finding her soulmate (Paperback)

A good read about the romance, but I don't understand where spirituality comes in at all. Some steaminess. Slows down in second half when she is without a boyfriend. Good message: Don't worry about WHAT IF, but WHAT IS.

5.0 out of 5 stars loved the message, December 10, 2006

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Mark Talbot "reader girl" (san diego) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The What-If Guy: A girls' guide to finding her soulmate (Paperback)

i read this book in one night and it came to me at a difficult time in my life. I have since been inspired to read other spiritual books and it was because of the excellent writing of this book. I related to the characters in the book, the moving home feelings in the book and loved each page i read. couldnt put it down. I highly recommend this as a great read for all women and anyone who wants to to a little inspired in manifesting thier own desires. should be made into a film for everyone to see! loved this book.