This was a quick read for me, specifically chosen to fulfill a monthly challenge (Autumn setting). A very predictable simplistic Evanovich romance, it was just OK for me. I much prefer the Stephanie Plum books, but I think I’ve read them all at this point.

Predictable & tropey with a side of chauvinism. Oh, let’s not forget the the family, fun and crazy lengths for love.

Author, Janet Evanovich, is best known for writing a long running mystery series featuring Stephanie Plum, a lingerie buyer, turned bounty hunter, from Trenton, N. J.
Her Italian heritage and very colorful family are linchpins in the 30+ volume series.

Humor, family and quirk also appear in this seasonal novella. Because it’s shorter form fiction, Evanovich doesn’t have the benefit of time to develop the characters or the plot so she keeps things simple.

For me, it’s a bit too simple minded towards the ending with the introduction of a male secondary character that needs a swift kick in the britches. Some of the dialogue associated with that character is classic 1990’s caveman; ugh.

A quick, easy read that isn’t themed for the Thanksgiving holiday but takes place over a timeline when the holiday happens. However, the concept of giving thanks is far more than a 1 day event and for that reason, this little book is worth a read

Funny, charming, set in the cozy ambiance of Colonial Williamsburg. Redhead Megan Murphy works part-time as a ticket-taker to support her full-time efforts as a potter. Dr. Patrick Hunter's escaped pet rabbit gnaws a hole in her period costume and joins right in when she's mistaken for his wife.

Thanksgiving Evanocich way

Cute sassy novel, quick read staring Megan and Dr.Pat , local pedestrian. Set in Williamsburg, As always Janet has such a humorous way with her characters. Enjoyable light read

My rating standard for romance is really very low. All I ask is an interesting, not cliché plot, lovable couple and a little humor. Not much at all. I got it all in "Thanksgiving". This is a short, sweet romance about two people who smack up against each other and fall in love at a time when neither is ready for it.

Megan Murphy has a very cynical view of engagements and weddings, she has had two and neither made it to the real marriage. She works as a strumpet in Colonial Williamsburg and is also an artist. She is minding her own business when a rabbit starts eating her skirt. What follows is a wonderful, warm story of Megan and Dr. Patrick Hunter, a baby boy and a traditional family Thanksgiving. Along the way Megan decides that maybe marriage to the handsome doctor might be something to pursue and Pat realizes that even with all the demands of a new doctor, he needs Megan.

This will be a progressive review of my reactions as I read the book.

8% - "Huh? What's going on? I'm confused?"

14% - Stopped reading to research publication date. Thought FOR SURE, this book must have been published in the 1990s. I was shocked to see it was published in 2009 BUT relieved to see that was only the e-book version. The original publication date was 1988, THANKFULLY. Now I can proceed without quite as much cringing judgment.

29% - Went back in the book to count how many days Megan and Pat have known one another since she was expecting him to ask her, "The Big Question." At this juncture, they've known each other for 4 days. I'm currently shaking my head and rolling my eyes, even knowing this book was written in 1988.

29% - Megan has referred to herself as a "strumpet" on several occasions at this point. Yet she doesn't even know the definition of the word.

31% - Megan has mentioned multiple times that she's never getting married and has sworn off men. Yet here we are with Megan literally SKIPPING in anticipation of her date with Patrick/Pat. Still unclear on which is his preferred name.

Strange little book. There is some humor here and the story doesn't really come off well. The characters seem trite and the set-up is strange. Not my favorite book of hers. There were a few laughs, but it wasn't even all that funny.

This is a fun, light-weight, easy read. I loved the fact that it was set in Colonial Williamsburg, which is a wonderful place to visit. Since I'd been there, I could envision what was going on in the story with greater clarity than most books I've read. the story itself is nothing exciting or new, and the interaction with the baby, as in any of her books, doesn't seem very realistic. but it's a cute thing to read when you don't want to think too hard and want to have that warm and fuzzy feeling when you're finished with it. Take it to the beach, or to Colonial Williamsburg!

I typically love Evanovich, but I feel dumber for having read (or more like skimmed) this one. I enjoy fluff, but this one didn't have anything (clever plot, witty banter) to hang onto.

No wonder the boomers are so messed up if this is how they romanticize relationships

Another funny master piece created by Janet Evanovich indeed.

The story line of this romantic comedy was ridiculous and far-fetched with the humor being plain silly. The interest level may be befitting for an immature young adult audience except that there is a constant thread pertaining to the main characters desire for or acting on their sexual impulses. It was a choice made by a member of my book club and I am just thankful that “Thanksgiving” is over!