Very disappointed. Was expecting a "box set" of books
349569
Should have known to read the reviews first. Very disappointed.  Was expecting a "box set" of books.
2603795
I'm usually pretty thorough in reading descriptions, so I'm not sure how I came to pre-order this book of 'short stories', as it is not at all what I thought it would be.  As with others, I mistakenly thought it was the NEXT book in the series.  Honestly, I usually roll my eyes at reviews that give a low rating simply because the reviewer failed to actually read the product description..... hardly fair, right?  Well, I'm mixed on this one.  I'm trying to think back when I actually pre-ordered the book, if there was a description of the book listed... or even a photo... may have been, I don't remember.  What I do know though, is when you start typing 'Sookie Stackhouse' into the search box, and options pop up, this book comes up as 'book 10', which might lead (cough) some to believe it IS the next book in the series.
I flipped through this book, and can't even bring myself to start reading it.  I'm guessing die-hard fans might consider this collection of short stories a must-own gem.  Those who are new to the series, and have the opportunity to read the stories in the proper order, as they read the 'real' books may really enjoy this book as well.  As for myself, I very rarely read a series twice, and am not very interested in going back in time and reading bonus material from books I read long ago.  Worse still, I can't help but consider these type of books as 'filler profit'.  While waiting for the next book in the series to be released, OF COURSE fans will pay for bonus material/short stories/companion books... so, why not package something like this in the form of a 'new' book, and make more money?  Great idea! I guess it is, as there is obviously a market for it, but it would have been nice in this case if it were a little more clear that the book is not part of the actual series in order to avoid confusion and/or disappointment. I will admit to not doing my job in reading the description (if it was there when I ordered), so that is my own fault.  But, the appearance of this book... the picture as well as the title fit right in with the other books in the series... even the Amazon title doesn't reflect anything different about the book. So, as a fan of the series, it's not a stretch to see the 'new' book on Amazon, available for pre-order and just assume it is the next book in the series. Many fans may not think they need to know what the book is about... they just think it's the next book in the series and know they must have it!  Yes, if you supersize the photo, you can clearly see the (smaller) white writing above the title, which says 'Sookie Stackhouse: The Complete Stories' (which actually seems oddly worded to me anyway).  Without the larger version of the photo though, that writing seems to be lost on my computer screen.  At the very least, that 'extra' portion of the title should be included in the Amazon title.  I'm guessing that would lead most people to look a little further at the book description, and avoid further disappointment with the book.
1640806
Content of the books are great but this is advertised as hardcover and in a boxed set.  All books are paperback and the box set box is also just 40lb paper.  Disappointed with the product representation would return but Daughter doesn't want to give up the books.
1794200
Imagine my surprise when I powered through five lengthy books to see what happened at the end, only to find out that the last two books are not even done yet! What an absolute let down. I don't even know I will read the last two (if and when) they actually come out. I am sure I will have forgotten everything by then.
2890809
Very disappointed.  I loved her Billionaire books and was excited to read more books by this author..  However nowhere does it say these are VERY brief novellas.
1175333
Sixty years ago I read all the Hardy Boys books I could find at my local library and enjoyed every one immensely.  Consequently I ordered this Hardy Boys Starter Set for my grandson with the hope that he would enjoy them as well in spite of the obvious time warp involved.  This Starter Set was advertised as containing 6 volumes (all six were listed by name) and "Leather Bound".  Although I did not expect (nor want) leather binding, I did expect the first six volumes of the Hardy Boys series and was extremely disappointed that the sixth volume, "The Shore Road Mystery" was not included.  The Starter Set packaging clearly states that it contains only 5 volumes so why Amazon advertises 6 is beyond me.  Shame on Amazon for blatant false advertising!
2897117
Not at all what was expected.  Preview shown was inaccurate at best. Definitely not a 'bouquet" book as it says.
1774142
I was rather shocked and disappointed that what I thought was a collection of short stories turned out to be a single short piece. I was aware of the price differential, but assumed it was due to the fact that one can obtain full-length Wharton books right here on Amazon for $0.00. I had hoped for a version with a degree of attentiveness in Kindle formatting usually lacking in the free offerings.

I really feel cheated, as I expected to be purchasing "Roman Fever AND OTHER STORIES", a work of some 300-odd pages, not one of 10 if that. Unfortunately, Amazon apparently has no compunction--nor indeed financial incentive--to screen out such cuckoo's egg product imposters.

This is not the first time I have run into materially different works being marketed as Kindle equivalents.
629384
Very frustrated with this purchase.  They mispresent what you are buying.  see image attached.  The photo shows a series of books, volumes 1 through 5 but what you actually get all volumes in 1 book!  I thought maybe I made a mistake when I ordered so I ordered again very carefully and got the same thing, the first was a huge hard copy volume, the second was a very thick paperback.  Returning both due to deceptive and misleading advertising!!
1944528
The first  books in the vampire Box Set were good.  But the last book in the series had nothing to do with anything that I had read in the first books.  It was very confusing.  I thought I was going to hear all  about Josiah, Lena, and Tommy. The last book in  my opinion should not have  been included in this box set.  In order to find the outcome of the above mention characters, I had to purchase books 5,6 and 7 under a completely different series (Vampire Love Story).
777406
I was totally disappointed in this box set. I unfortunately assumed the puffy shirt and other novelties would be included.
3720835
Very disappointed!! I was looking forward to reading/listening to Jill Mansell's 'Making Your Mind Up' . I received another book
Disappointed!!
470733
OK, I love the Stephanie Plum series. Really & truely. This boxed set, I did not care for. What I didn't like was the person reading the audio book cd's. All the characters sound the same and there are many parts not included. Be smart and buy the books or get the unabridged cd's or tapes. I was very disappointed.
3338932
The details said it was a 2-volume set & I only received the 2nd volume which was a big disappointment.  This product was not what I needed or was expecting and so I was very frustrated with what I got.
3015686
The books themselves are lovely and a good price, it's only for that reason that I am giving 4 stars. I was under the impression that when ordering a boxed set that I would actually receive, a box. Did I expect a grand expensive wooden or leather box, no. I wasn't even expecting plastic but seeing as I received 7 books and nothing to house them in I'm disappointed.
975109
When I purchased this set I was under the impression that it would contain 4 books. The tittle read "a set of 2 books" but there is 4 books pictured, I then went ahead to read the description and it said the set contained 4 books so I figured someone made a mistake with the tittle. But no sadly I only received 2 books and both of them were of Elmo, I only bought this set because I thought it would include the book with Abby Cadabby
1897455
Very disappointed that the product is described as "I can read!-Level 2"  Audio CD - Audiobook and it does not include a book. It is just a CD collection.