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chelsea_jack's review against another edition
2.0
I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
There's so much happening in this book, and so much of it *could* be really great. The problem is that everything is glossed over - we rush from one event to the next, without pausing for breath or to really delve into the implications of anything.
The reality show component could have been really interesting if the book teased out how hard it would be to forge a real relationship in such a scripted, pressure-cooker environment. The vampire-hero from a more conservative, traditional, even out-dated background launched into a modern, high-tech world to woe a bride could have been an interesting conceit, but it's limited to feeling uncomfortable in jeans. The potential for a love triangle between Melody, Guy and either his brother Theo or the bachelor Theo enlists to his cause could have been really interesting. Instead we get a poor attempt to win Melody's heart, followed by some creepy behaviour.
I really wanted to like this book, but it never really addresses any of the ideas it brings to the table.
For my full review, see: To Each Their Own Reviews
There's so much happening in this book, and so much of it *could* be really great. The problem is that everything is glossed over - we rush from one event to the next, without pausing for breath or to really delve into the implications of anything.
The reality show component could have been really interesting if the book teased out how hard it would be to forge a real relationship in such a scripted, pressure-cooker environment. The vampire-hero from a more conservative, traditional, even out-dated background launched into a modern, high-tech world to woe a bride could have been an interesting conceit, but it's limited to feeling uncomfortable in jeans. The potential for a love triangle between Melody, Guy and either his brother Theo or the bachelor Theo enlists to his cause could have been really interesting. Instead we get a poor attempt to win Melody's heart, followed by some creepy behaviour.
I really wanted to like this book, but it never really addresses any of the ideas it brings to the table.
For my full review, see: To Each Their Own Reviews
dedicatedreader's review against another edition
2.0
I got an ARC for an honest review and here it is,
Whenever I read a book that involves vampires and human I have some expectations set or rather maybe it’s just my way of thinking how book involving vamps and humans should be like. This usually includes some hot hot guy which is almost a necessity because hey how will you be able to get a girl/victim/whatever else you want if you are not that hot?
Another requirement is hot sex, wild hot sex to make me believe this is truly supernatural and the last very important is that the story be more exciting.
Well did I get all three of my requirements in Raine’s Date with a vampire? Sad to say I did not.
Yes, Count Guystoff was hot, I really liked him but there was just a touch of something magical maybe missing. As the main hero I expected so much form him and as a freaking vampire prince who is soon to inherent the kingdom, I needed so much more.
However for his main heroine, she was likable enough. A lottery winner worth millions who engages herself in a reality show so as to get rid of all the other guys, splendid idea but I am sure I would have done things differently had I won millions at the moment.
However, the story was interesting enough for me to actually reach the last page but I would say that I am just a bit disappointed that there was no that shiver factor that I am looking for and that the story almost felt like a normal story between a guy and a girl rather than a vampire and a human.
Get my drift?
Hence it is in my opinion that two stars are enough for the book and yes I know I’m a bit negative about this book but after having read so many other paranormal books out there this just did not do it for me, however do not take my word for it, go read it and see for yourself.
After all we might have different tastes and you will like it…or maybe not!
Anyway, Raine English your style of writing is good and I certainly liked it, I only hope book two will have a touching and more addictive story,
Sincerely,
A dedicated reader.
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