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Book Reviews of I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1)

I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1)
I Do - But I Don't - Crandell Sisters, Bk 1
Author: Cara Lockwood
ISBN-13: 9780743457538
ISBN-10: 0743457536
Publication Date: 6/1/2003
Pages: 320
Rating:
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 133 ratings
Publisher: Downtown Press
Book Type: Paperback
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30 Book Reviews submitted by our Members...sorted by voted most helpful

reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 36 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 6
I normally read book reviews for an author I've never read before. But this book, I ordered based on the premise alone. That was mistake number one. Mistake No. 2 was choosing to read this book, over another, more interesting one. And Mistake No. 3 was continuing to read this book even after the heroine got on my nerves after the 3rd page.

There were so many things wrong with this book. The plot affect of the main character "talking" to the audience was annoying, as was the weak-willed heroine. Weak heroines who REPEATEDLY let themselves get dumped on, then whine about it ... ugh, spare me.

Another thing was the Big Misunderstanding. Not a huge fan of those (especially if it's something that can be cleared up quickly with a face to face) but if they resolve themselves within a chapter or two, fine. The BM here went on until ALMOST THE LAST PAGE! Are you kidding me?

The hero kept talking about how he had never met anyone like the heroine; how she was strong, funny, sassy, and sexy. My book must have been missing all the chapters where she showed THOSE qualities.

And lastly, her hair seemed to be a minor character in and of itself. If you're so put together and want to be taken seriously, get a chemical straightener, invest in a good cut, invest in some awesome product but DO something other than complain on a near constant basis. Diana Ross hair doesn't even look good on Diana Ross!
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 23 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
I had a hard time getting into this book. The heroine kind of rambles on in the beginning, but once I got into it, I enjoyed the book. It's a cute story, been made into a movie, but I've read that the book is better.

There is another book written by the author about the sister of the heroine in this book and I'm looking forward to reading more about these characters.
Ashley1010 avatar reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 67 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
The author, Cara Lockwood, has a wonderful way of writing that draws you in to this fun and interesting world of a extrememly organized wedding planner who thinks she has it all planned out. A fun read and I have now read several other books by this author, including the sequel to this book: "I Did (But I Wouldn't Now)".
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 21 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
A simple read, decently written but with a rather obvious "surprise" ending.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 12 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Enjoyable, quick read with likeable characters. Similar to the movie The Wedding Planner but still a fun story.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 5 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Interesting and fun, although the heroine is a little too clueless for me. Tries a bit too hard to be madcap and hysterical and falls flat.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 31 more book reviews
A Fun Read, lots of laughs!
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 43 more book reviews
An amusing read with a plot... wow!
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on
This book is great! I watched the movie afterwards and that was also wonderful.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 14 more book reviews
She creates perfect days... she lives loney nights. Could a wedding planner learn that you just may not be able to plan everything, least of all true love?
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 5 more book reviews
this book is a chick lit, cute, easy read.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 135 more book reviews
Quirky characters and interesting plot turns make for a fun read.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 3 more book reviews
Cute chick-lit book with a little twist. It has a pretty straightforward plot but seems fresh and new. Perfect if you need a quick weekend read!
robins avatar reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 3 more book reviews
this is a cute summer read!
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 20 more book reviews
This book is very cute and a quick read. You won't want to put it down.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 16 more book reviews
Starts slow, but gets better as you get into the story. Author chooses to write in a somewhat jabbering manner, which you must get used to. Once you get past these things however, it's a good story.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 45 more book reviews
Very cute book! I kept thinking that it was typical and I would know what was going to happen but I was surprised. A good read!!
smurfica avatar reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 2 more book reviews
Loved the movie too.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 10 more book reviews
A wedding planner whose life isn't as perfect as she thinks
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 42 more book reviews
It was a very cute read
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 189 more book reviews
A marriage planner meets a hot guy. Is he the groom to a bride desperate for attention. Only time will tell. A good summer read.
jedshwake avatar reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 3 more book reviews
An easy read! Starts out a little slow but gets good 1/3 of the way through. There are 2 more books in the "series" they are about different people in the book
curly287 avatar reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 8 more book reviews
Cara Lockwood writes really fun romantic books. This one is no different than her others, fun stories and witty characters and lots of laughs....oh and super hot guys make this a really fun, quick read!
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 20 more book reviews
Liked it
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 39 more book reviews
Funny book.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 143 more book reviews
She creates perfect days. In spite of her incorrigible curly hair, Lauren Crandell is a neat-freak and organizational guru, qualities that make her the perfect wedding planner. But when two weddings in one day go haywire, and hunky firefighter Nick Corona comes to the rescue...twice...Lauren realizes there are important details in her own life she hasn't been tending to since her divorce. Namely, her sex life.
reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 132 more book reviews
The trials of a wedding planner. Very enjoyable, almost chick lit.
donkeycheese avatar reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 1255 more book reviews
In spite of her incorrigble curly hair, Lauren Crandell is a neat-freak and organizational guru, qualities that make her the perfect wedding planner. But when two weddings in one day go haywire, and hunky firefighter Nick Corona comes to the rescue--twice--Lauren realizes there are important details in her own life she hasn't been tending to since her divorce. Namely, her sex life.
cef424 avatar reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 67 more book reviews
Good book, couldn't put it down.
stevielyn avatar reviewed I Do (But I Don't) (Crandell Sisters, Bk 1) on + 147 more book reviews
This was a really fast read for me. I enjoyed it a lot.