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Husband Material
First published 1996 · 288 pages
A breezy, conflict-driven romance where daydreaming about the perfect man collides with the frustrating reality of being sued by him.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like stepping into a classic nineties contemporary romance, where wistful daydreams crash headlong into frustrating reality. The narrative moves at a brisk, engaging pace, balancing the cozy appeal of a ready-made family with the sharp tension of a legal dispute. The tone is lighthearted yet grounded in situational drama, creating a breezy atmosphere that keeps the reader invested in the central romantic conflict. The prose is accessible and straightforward, focusing heavily on the emotional whiplash of finding the perfect man only to discover he is on the opposing side of a lawsuit. It is a perfect fit for readers who delight in the messy, complicated journey of turning foolish fantasies into a tangible, hard-won reality.
- Mood
- cozy
- hopeful
- breezy
- conflicted
- Tone
- lighthearted
- romantic
- wry
- dramatic
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- unexpected romance · fantasy versus reality · ready-made families · situational conflict
- The writing
- Accessible and straightforward, focusing on character dynamics and the sharp tension of romantic obstacles.
- The arc
- Moves from wistful daydreaming to frustrating conflict, ultimately building toward a hard-won romantic resolution.
- Who it's for
- Readers who enjoy classic nineties contemporary romances with a mix of instant attraction and situational conflict.
Content notes
- legal disputes
- financial exploitation of widows
About the book
Though Rose Marie Chase told herself that she wasn't looking for another involvement, it would be nice if the man of her dreams swept her off her feet. But the trouble with daydreams about Mr.Right was that sometimes you found him! When Sam Horton arrived in town, Rose instantly recognized Husband Material; he also came as a part of a family package, with daughter included. However, foolish fantasies were one thing, reality quite another: Sam was acting as lawyer for Chad Westbrook, local Romeo and cheater of widows, who hired him to sue Rose!
Description from Open Library.
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