Title: Ruining Mr. Perfect
Author: Marie Harte
First published October 7, 2014
337 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9781402287404 (ISBN10: 1402287402)
Rating: 3.93
Overview
Vanessa Campbell is a successful CPA who has everything she could ever want, except for love. She’s a perfectionist who spends her nights alone.
The one person who keeps popping up in her mind is Cameron McCauley, the youngest McCauley brother. He’s intelligent, attractive, and always right, except when it comes to Vanessa.
Cameron is drawn to Vanessa’s sharp tongue and stunning beauty, but a past misunderstanding has kept them apart. Vanessa can hold a grudge and is stubborn, just like him.
Cam is determined to shake Vanessa up and make her let loose, but can his heart handle the consequences if he succeeds? Find out in Ruining Mr. Perfect by Marie Harte.
Editoral Review
Marie Hartes Ruining Mr. Perfect provides readers with a heartwarming romance story that explores the themes of acceptance, forgiveness, and the pursuit of happiness. Published on October 7, 2014, the novel falls under the contemporary romance genre and follows the story of Vanessa Campbell and Mark Lansing, two characters who couldn’t be more different.
Hartes writing style is easy to read and engaging, with relatable yet complex characters that carry the story forward. The pacing of the plot is well thought out, with just enough conflict and resolution to keep the reader engaged.
The author’s use of language to create vivid imagery of the small town setting is also a strength. The novel centers around Vanessa Campbell, a tomboyish motorcycle mechanic with a difficult past, and the towns golden boy, Mark Lansing, who has also faced his fair share of struggles.
The two meet when Vanessa is hired to fix Mark’s motorcycle, and an undeniable attraction blossoms between them. However, their differences and misunderstandings get in the way, causing a conflict that tests their relationship.
One of the primary strengths of the book is its well-developed characters. Both Vanessa and Mark are relatable and likable, with distinct personalities and histories that make them interesting to follow.
Their chemistry and the development of their relationship is also well-written, with great attention to detail. However, the novel falls short in terms of originality.
The romance genre has seen many stories like this before, and some readers may find the plot predictable. Additionally, the small-town setting and character types are somewhat generic, without much to differentiate them from similar novels in the genre.
Overall, Ruining Mr. Perfect is recommended to readers who enjoy contemporary romance stories. The novel may not be groundbreaking, but it delivers on what readers of the genre expect.
The well-developed characters and engaging writing make it an enjoyable read.
