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Another one off the shelf to start 2022 off w/ a reading bonanza bang!

I'd highly recommend this Adult Comedic Romance novel, where main characters Don & Rosie find each other in the least expected way--Rosie being considered for Don's "experimental, research-based study" in which he'd be able to find the perfect candidate to be his wife. Rosie was everything Don hadn't been looking for, but she was mighty intrigued by his capabilities throughout the laboratory in which he'd be able to assist in a different "researched-based study"--distinguishing and locating who Rosie's father was.

Both characters throughout the novel are looking for the other to benefit them in their own personal goals, never taking into consideration the fact that what they really needed from each other was, in fact, EACH OTHER.

There are a number of instances in which Don's mannerisms and/or outlook on individuals in general (and singularly), is seen as comical. I'm not 100% positive what exact "disadvantage" Don is diagnosed w/, whether it's Asperger's syndrome (which he references earlier on in the novel) or something more. I mention the term "disadvantage" in this moment because for a time throughout the novel Don knew this distinguishable description of himself was something people who hadn't known him would react negatively towards -- yet even people he deemed true friends would also reference his unique tendencies to be "disadvantages". It was upsetting at points to read that, especially knowing it doesn't necessarily make Don different. In fact, reading through the novel and taking into consideration the extensive analytical context in which Don discussed his thoughts and actions throughout the novel, I was impressed by his uniqueness.

With another look -- the romance part of the novel irritated me in certain ways. I believe Don underwent a total self-awareness throughout the piece and took the initiative in re-inventing himself in a different way in which Rosie would be able to accept him and reciprocate the love Don professed towards her. I couldn't bring myself to believe Rosie's character and/or reciprocation. I think Don went above and beyond, given his usual tendencies, and Rosie just went along w/ his change. How are we to understand and accept people's differences--but also just take that they've change a number of things about themselves and that means they're willing to love someone unconditionally? I almost felt that Rosie hadn't changed a single thing about herself and how was that fair to Don?

Conflicting feelings throughout the novel, but overall I enjoyed reading the piece. Glad I plucked it off of a shelf in my previous employer's library. To be fair, I hadn't spoiled much throughout this review--given we aren't sure who Rosie's father is until the literal last chapter. Better yet, did they get married--Don's original goal at best? Guess you'll have to read and find out. 

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