Review: Interesting Premise... But Fell Flat
Rating: 2 out of 5
Date: 08 4, 2013
I hate giving bad reviews because I know how much they hurt. I gave this two stars instead of one because I do think this author has potential if she learns her craft. Maybe later books in the series are better; I sure hope so. Mail Order Mayhem came across as if it was written by a beginning author. Since this book received so many four and five star ratings I had high expectations.The premise was interesting Maude a rich lady from Boston becomes a Mail Order Bride to avoid an arranged marriage with an older man she doesn't like. She adapted to being a farmer's wife very easily which surprised me. Unfortunately, I never felt the romance developed between her and her husband. There was no chemistry... it didn't help that there was also very little character development.The story was very basic. I never felt drawn into the time period as there was little description. The dialogue was simple and there was lots of head hopping. It was a quick read but mainly fluff. I'm glad it is was free.