At first I had this at 4 stars, but then I thought about things and reassessed and bumped it down to 3 stars. There were some things that I just didn't like to much about the "hero". Most of all was the way he acted with Adele. From their first few meetings, I was under the impression that Adele just up and left him alone and confused. Because that's exactly how he acted . . . confused that she disappeared on him. But then, it comes to light that he knew exactly what was going on at the time: his ex-girlfriend ends up pregnant and he decides to marry her. So I'm confused as to why he would think Adele would have wanted to stick around and what would make him believe she'd be happy to see him again. It was all about him and how Devon got pregnant to trap him in a loveless marriage. I was disappointed that he never realized how much he hurt Adele in the past and attempted to make amends. Instead, due to Ghost Devon's machinations, he ends up in a similar situation, blames Adele for trapping him into a marriage she never claims to want with him, and once again makes her feel like worthless trash. Mix that in with all the Devon trying to get to Heaven stuff, and it takes a lot from the book.

However, I enjoyed Adele and I loved reading her story. I would have liked more interaction with her friends from the first three books, though. And I would have liked a more substantial reason for Tiffany accepting Adele at the end. But for the most part, the book was pretty good and though rushed, the ending was happy. ( )

Liked the idea of an old arch enemy putting a curse on Adele causing the bad dates, actually wished for the humor of a couple more! Enjoyed the interactions with her pregnant hospitalized sister and the niece. Understood the frustration of Zach when the issues of stopping a pregnancy became an issue. Story was a bit too predictable but it was a quick read. Spoiler: Actually was disappointed in the very ending with Devon and her place in the hereafter. ( )

Recommended for her funny, contemporary romances. Liked the ones with ties to hockey team. Frequently set in Seattle and Boise area. Not as good as SEP but decent. ( )

Not Another Bad Date
5 Stars

Adele Harris has been plagued by a string of terrible dates and has given up on the opposite sex. But her vow to stay away from men is put to the test when she returns to her hometown and comes face to face with Zack Zemaitis, the one who not only got away but broke her heart in the process. Can Adele and Zack put aside their differences and regain the passion they once shared?

A wonderful conclusion to an excellent series that has got me back into reading contemporary romances after a long break.

Adele and Zach's second chances romance is fantastic. Their chemistry oozes off the pages and there is no angst at all as they are open and honest with each other about their issues.

My one small nitpick is the excessive football descriptions. However, as the sports genre is not a favorite of mine that would make sense and readers who do enjoy this theme will probably love it.

All in all, an excellent series and this is the best one in it. ( )

OMG, I'm a tough customer. Rarely anymore do I read a "can't put down book." This was one of those books. I even wanted to call in sick today just to finish it (I didn't). Thanks, Rachel, for a great read. ( )