It makes for a Surprisingly good afternoon
583338
If you don't have much time to invest in reading a good book, then A Valentine's Surprise is right for you. This little love story is capable of getting your juices going and turning a dull afternoon into a page turning glorious day. Thank you Melanie James for making my dreary day much, much better.
2252779
I don't know what I was expecting when I started to read this book but what I got was a lighthearted, genuinely funny little mystery. It's a quick read with likable, quirky characters and a vein of melodrama meets Keystone Kops. In all, an enjoyable way to unwind after work.
4297679
You wouldn't think it, but the combination is actually really good.
810554
It was funny and had its own spark...the story is a lovely read for an afternoon sit down. thumbs up!
4715235
On the one hand it's not my favorite book, but on the other hand, I loved it. The characters are quirky and fun, the story moves along to a wonderful ending, and all in all, it left me feeling very good.
3048426
The Princess and the Pizza Man has been a pleasant surprise. I don't normally read this type of books, and I ended up discovering a well written comedy, that I appreciated and enjoyed.
The story is simple and light, the setting is deliberately unrealistic, while the characters are vivid, brilliant, well developed, possessing the strong personality traits typical of a theatrical setting.
Their interactions are always entertaining, the narration flows at a good pace, with a few twists that avoid the risk of being obvious. The overall result is hilarious and engaging.
The Princess and the Pizza Man is the perfect companion for a relaxing and entertaining reading experience, providing light moments and a few laughs that lighten the spirit and leave the reader with a smile.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. Opinions and comments are solely my own
4384543
Well it has Ben Affleck and Justin Timberlake in it. When I think of good movies they are the main actors that pop in my head. That being said I was surprised at how entertaining this did turn out to be. The movie is little shakey acting wise at time on justin's part but I really did enjoy more than i thought I would. Affleck does a good con man villain. There is drinking, some nudity, implied sex, drugs, money and violence FYI.

Decent slow afternoon adult entertainment.
3112116
Aside from Nora Roberts and Carla Neggers, I'm not really into "romance" novels. But this one was a surprise. I liked the small town and the people. It was a good mystery, too, which I didn't figure out until near the end, with a nice twist, too, that I didn't see coming. Looks like I'll be reading more of these. A pleasant way to spend my afternoon.
4973115
I am enjoying it and wished I'd order one sooner
3246394
I wasn't sure about this movie, but I gave it a shot and I was pleasantly surprised by it. There's some good humor and a few twists and turns. It's not one of the best movies I've ever seen, but I was pleasantly surprised by it.
1071286
This was a lovely surprise
Without being saccharin it was touching and bitter then a small triumph
The musical numbers were awkward and believable but you might think maybe I will have a slightly better day for having these delightful and awkwardly there to occupy the down time in my memory designed to recall and dwell on  things that made you day a bit better
1353846
I was really pleasantly surprised at how much I liked this book. I didn't quite know what to expect, I thought it might just be vapid chick lit, and while it was very light and fun, it was also well-written and brought up some good points about society, marriage, and the expectations we put on ourselves to go about things a certain way. I was going to say it's perfect for the beach or a plane ride, but I think it's better than that and I would recommend it any where.
3390152
OK, it's a little long.  But let's check out what's inside: It's got comedy, drama, action, a cattle drive, some scheming scoundrels,a war, racism and anti-racism, romance, and one charming kid.  It's got a manly hero and a rather diverse performance by the leading lady. There's something for everyone and some historical perspective as well.  There are some genuine wholesome laughs.  I don't consider it a children's movie.  But if you want an entertaining way to spend a rain afternoon, I'd recommend it.
712827
I thought this would be terrible but it's surprisingly good, even sweet.
459089
Not exctly a surprise. Nevertheless a welcomed dvelopment.
3783561
I'm not one to bask in a romance novel; however this light hearted fun book made me see that they can be a good afternoon read. Told with a twist of sorrow and touch of laughter.
1058677
Not much of a plot. However it brought some smiles.