Three Last First Dates by Kate O’Keeffe
Series: Cozy Cottage Cafe #3
Published by Wild Lime Books on October 31, 2017
Genres: Romantic Comedy
When it comes to men, Marissa Jones is totally committed to not being committed. One major heartbreak is enough for her.
Against her better judgment, Marissa agrees to a pact with her friends to marry the next guy she dates. But she isn’t going to take any chances. For her, it’s a numbers game, and one last first date just isn’t enough. So, she ups the ante–three first dates with three very different guys, all in one day.
But can any of these men live up to her high standards?
Despite a few bumps in the road, from the three, she chooses The One. That is until the motorcycle-riding ex she never got over turns up, changing everything.
In the end, do you choose love or does love choose you?
Escape to New Zealand in this fun, feel-good chick lit story.
Readers of romantic comedies are accustomed to the dashing male lead having relationship commitment issues. But what if it’s the lovely young woman who is committed to being uncommitted?
The Cozy Cottage series blends four young women who are friends, with the beauty of New Zealand and the charm of their gathering place, The Cozy Cottage Café. In the first two books of the series, we delighted in how Cassie and Paige came to find their happily-ever-afters. Now the spotlight is on Marissa to have her last first date and settle down. (And yes, you will love this book whether or not you have read the first two in the series- but you owe it to yourself to read the first two!)
Even though Marissa may not be committed to a committed relationship, she is committed to her career. And she approaches her last date dilemma with the same diligence that she gives at the office. (And readers, this story also features plenty of excitement at the office, with the appearance of new hire Antoinette!)
Marissa decides to have three first dates all in the same day. Bachelor number one is Coleman, the mortician. Bachelor number two is Blaze, a workout maniac. And Nash, a construction supervisor and dog lover is Bachelor number 3. Who will be Marissa’s last first date? Or will her past interfere?
This charming book provides plenty of kisses, both puppy and passionate, the delicious cake and camaraderie that we expect at the Cozy Cottage Café, and a work intrigue to go with the boyfriend puzzle. Author O’Keefe write with a happy, relatable voice and her characters and plots are heart-warming and entertaining.
Yes, you can read this book for the pure fun of a charming, well-spun tale. But beware: there is a profound truth in Marissa’s story. Is commitment about romantic feelings or is it about learning about yourself? And learning to overcome your fears? The story of Marissa is my favorite so far- highly recommend! Jena C. Henry
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Kate O’Keeffe is a bestselling author of fun, feel-good romantic comedies. She lives and loves in beautiful New Zealand with her family, two scruffy dogs, and a cat who thinks he’s a scruffy dog too. He’s not: he’s a cat.
She is a wife, a mother, and a chocolate expert. Seriously. She loves to read, to hang out with friends, and to hike up the big hill behind her house each day.
To date, she’s written the Amazon bestselling chick lit series, the Cozy Cottage Café, the Wellywood Romantic Comedy Series, a fun holiday novella, and co-authored One Way Ticket with fellow author, Melissa Baldwin.
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