Let’s Review- Vision in White
by on January 6th, 2010
filed under Book Review
I know what you’re thinking.
How difficult… reviewing a Nora Roberts book. It’s like recommending a dehydrated person drink water or telling someone who’s interested in breathing to gulp air.
But if you want a good romantic story? You want Nora. You want characters who are funny, relateable and can kick ass? Nora again. You want a hero who’s sexy, singularly focused (on the heroine), and smart? Nora’s your gal. You want a heroine who’s not TSTL (too stupid to live), strong, talented and genuine enough to be your friend in real life? You got it… Nora.
I guess there’s a reason she sells 27 books every minute. She delivers.
She’s returned to her roots with a new straight-up romance series called The Bride Quartet about 4 childhood girlfriends who run a wedding business. Here’s the back cover blurb on book one in the series- Vision in White.
After years of throwing make-believe weddings in the backyard, flowers, photography, desserts, and details are what these women do best: a guaranteed perfect, beautiful day full of memories to last the rest of your life.
With bridal magazine covers to her credit, Mackensie “Mac” Elliot is most at home behind the camera – ready to capture the happy moments she never experienced while growing up. Her father replaced his first family with a second, and now her mother, moving on to yet another man, begs Mac for attention and money. Mac’s foundation is jostled again moments before an important wedding planning meeting when she bumps into the bride-to-be’s brother…an encounter that has them both seeing stars.
Carter Maguire is definitely not her type: he’s stable, and he’s safe. He’s even an English teacher at their high school alma mater. There’s something about him that makes Mac think a casual fling is just what she needs to take her mind off dealing with bride-zillas and screening her mother’s phone calls. But a casual fling can turn into something more when you least expect it. And with the help of her three best friends – and business partners – Mac must learn how to make her own happy memories…
Nerds everywhere should be thanking Ms. Roberts. Her hero, Carter Maguire turns dorky into delish and has had me checking out the Geek Squad… twice. Who knew glasses & tweed coats could be so hot? I give Vision in White two hideous brides maids dresses, one whacked out mother-in-law, a Macarena dance and an open bar (that’s good). This quartet is off to a fine start in life.
Pop on over to my friend Barrie Summy’s blog to check out more wonderful book reviews.
Great review! I am looking for another author…
Here is mine!
I’m not a Nora fan, but it’s because I’d much prefer a mystery to a romance. But your review is great, Beth, and I’m sure there are many Roberts’ fans out there who will be checking out this book. I’m looking forward to reading your review of Tami Hoag’s new book when you post it–that’s my genre!
Rose-
Nora’s been writing nothing but mystery/suspense lately with the exception of this series. Have you checked out JD Robb? Those books are more mystery/suspense than romance.
PS- I too, like a good mystery!
I have only read one “Nora” book, the first J. D. Robb novel. Loved it. Am planning to read more.
Love Nora – she’s a goddess.
You should Scott. Her latest one Kindred in Death had an amazingly complex plot.
She is indeed Keri!
I loved this book….I like Roberts for the most part and this one held my attention!
Nora is the queen of romance so the review is due. I’m amazed by her productivity. I like the concept of an intellectual romantic hero. Nice to connect with you through Barrie!
I haven’t read Nora in a while, but this sounds like a fun read. I love a smart hero, so bring on the Geek Squad! (I married a guy with a PhD in Physics.)
Good review, Beth. Hope to see you at OCC on Sat.
Linda
P.S. Just took it out of the library. After Barr’s darkness, I could use something different.
Awesome review! And you couldn’t be more right–Nora absolutely knows what she’s doing. How she comes up with all her storylines, I’ll never know…
Well, she’s obviously doing something right. I’d like her to bottle some of her productivity and sell it too!
BTW, I haven’t forgotten about sending you that book. I’ve been waiting for another address (just got it) so that I only have to make one trip to the post office. 
Thanks Sarah. You too!
Linda- Geeks of the world unite! I read another book with a geek hero. Best line-”I read. Nerds read a lot.” In reference to special ahem, technique he used in the bedroom. Dang.
Jenn- This book is light and fun and sexy. A great read.
Alyssa- I wish I knew!
Barrie- You and me both! If I was as dedicated and disaplined as she is… well, she give me something to aspire to. And thanks, can’t wait to read that book!
Thanks for the review! I need a few more pushes before I’m willing to pick up a “Nora” novel, but this counts as a big one.
(especially because I have a great fondness for geeks)
I have never read a Nora Roberts book but she sounds like a good snowy February day read.
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