“I reached into my bag and pulled out the macaroons, holding them between us. And then your fucking heart won’t stop looking for a window.” And then you’re stuck in the room, you’ve committed to the room, and you’d be an asshole for trying a new door in the same house when you’re already in a room. Because then you’ll be in the room, but it’s not the right room. “But then, if the door opens, make sure it’s the right door, not a different door. He’ll always be in your mind, wrecking the possibility of things with other people, because your heart can’t move on until it knows for sure a door is closed.” Don’t waste time not saying things that need to be said. You just lay what you want and everything out there.

“You like that guy, you tell him flat out. Go for it.” Even in my muddled state, I couldn’t help but smile at my friend. “But it’s good advice, even though I’m tired as hell, so it might not make much sense.” Each book is a standalone, full length (110k words), contemporary romantic comedy novel, and follows the misadventures and exploits of seven friends in Chicago, all members of the same knitting group.“I’m gonna give you some unsolicited advice, okay?” Dan peered at me, as though making sure I knew to take his words seriously. ★★★★★ Amazon Top 10 Romances of 2017 ★★★★★ĭating-ish is book #6 in the Knitting in the City series. ★★★★★ Goodreads Choice Award Semi-Finalist for Best Romance ★★★★★ And if robots are our future, then why do we need other people at all? Īs everyone knows (or will soon come to realize), traditional relations between humans are a thing of the past. And he suggests a different-and crazier-solution to her dilemma. And he's not at all the person she thought he was. Need an orgasm? Try orgasm meditation! Why does she need the hassle of a romantic partner when she can meet all her needs with paid services?īut then her irritating date resurfaces. Need affirmation? Get yourself a life coach. Need a cuddle? Use a professional cuddler.

With the help of her friends, she quickly identifies a few possibilities: There are three things you need to know about Marie Harris: 1) She's fed up with online dating, 2) She's so fed up, she's willing to forego the annoyance and consider more creative alternatives, and 3) She knows how to knit.Īfter the most bizarre and irritating first date in the history of humankind, Marie is looking for an alternative to men. Penny Reid, you're the Queen of Smart Rom-Com.yes, I just gave you a title.' -Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, Ilsa Madden-Mills 'Hilariously funny and oh so sexy, Dating-ish is the BOMB.

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