Love at First Date

Better Date than Never

By: Susan Hatler

Narrated by: Martha Lee

Ellen may not believe in storybook love, but it’s about to rewrite her life...

Ellen’s figured out that finding the right guy is all about compatibility. That’s why she signs up for Detailed Dating - the local online dating scene in Sacramento. They ask men the hard questions, compare their answers with hers, then she filters through the profiles of each provided “match.” After numerous email exchanges, she narrows it down to two promising candidates she’s excited to meet in person.

When Ellen’s best friend asks her for a favor, dog-sitting leads to disaster and Ellen ends up at the local vet where she meets a man she can’t get out of her mind. Henry isn’t a logical choice, but she finds herself paying for dog obedience class to spend more time with him.

Ellen knows that in order to have a lasting relationship, she should take the safe route and go for one of the pre-screened guys. But, how can she think with her head when her heart keeps begging her to give Henry a chance?

©2012 Hatco, Inc. (P)2014 Hatco, Inc.

Sweet story

Such a sweet story.
Ellen looks for love in what could be the wrong place, for her. Thank goodness she eventually realizes this and also realizes that she has unexpectedly fallen in love ... Big time!
I loved the last scene and that was the best part of the book for me. Don't get me wrong, the rest of the book builds up to that wonderful climax at the end.
I'm impressed with this author. She tells a lovely tale that flows from scene to scene.
The narration was really good, effortless, clear, amusing and enhanced the writing.

Very refreshing!

Would you listen to Love at First Date again? Why?

Yes because it was so refreshing and a difference perspective on romance. A younger fresher perspective. It wasn't very long which makes you just sail through it in one go but definitely well worth the listen.

Who was your favorite character and why?

My favourite character was in fact Henry because he just sound like a really lovely guy. Who wouldn't want to meet someone like him.

Which scene was your favorite?

Almost the end at the Art Gallery when they finally get it all out in the open.

Any additional comments?

It took me a while to get used the narrator because she sounded so young, just like another recent book, she sounded like a young Wynona Ryder which bothered me at first but then was smooth and cute. I really did enjoy it and hope that rest of the seried will be available soon!

Get the stiletto you want!

Any additional comments?

I "read" this book twice the last time via audible. And it was as exciting and enjoyable the second time around. I love the surprise ending.

Nice fun story

If you want an easy smile and have a couple hours to listen, this book will fit that desire. The readers voice fits the story well, holds your attention while developing the emotional atmosphere. Entirely Delightful.

wonderful addition to my listening library

Would you consider the audio edition of Love at First Date to be better than the print version?

I love to read so having an audio edition of the book allows me to listen wherever, even at work and still have that love of reading.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Love at First Date?

I am a huge dog lover, owning two rescue pugs, so when it centered around dog school and a rescued Lab(which my mom has a Black Lab) made me instantly fall in love with the story.

What about Martha Lee’s performance did you like?

I liked her various voices and how the timber of her voice made it enjoyable.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me laugh, especially with the Chester, who ate hair off a hairbrush and chewed a boot, everything a dog does.

Any additional comments?

I want to listen to the others in the series now.

great read

easy, comfortable read. I cared about the characters and wasn't disappointed. good airplane book.

Quick listen with no punch

What did you like best about Love at First Date? What did you like least?

I liked the dogs. I didn't like the flatness of the main character.

What aspect of Martha Lee’s performance would you have changed?

Flat performance. It was read like a robot with little inflection or acting. I don't think the narrator liked the book.

What would have made this romance irresistible?

The main character finally got three dimensional at the end of the book. If that feel for the main character had been at the beginning, I would buy the whole series. With the book being a really old Harlequin-type romance (read: no sex), I really needed to like the characters and the only one who had me think "keep going" was the hero. He did not disappoint.

Love is never where you look for it

What made the experience of listening to Love at First Date the most enjoyable?

I loved how candid the narrator was, she made you feel like you were actually going through the trials with characters.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Love at First Date?

When you discover what he was hiding from her, I teared up a little.

What does Martha Lee bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

You can hear her love of the characters, and lively wit come through the reading. It makes it even more enjoyable, and hard to go back to just simply reading by yourself.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Any interaction between pets and their owner affects me, I could easily picture myself in her situation.

Any additional comments?

Great book, and it makes me want to get a dog, so I can take it to obedience class! Loved it, and can't wait to read the others in the series!!!

love at first date.

This was one of those books that are nust fun . No hard plot, no looking for the bad guy--unless you consider a naughty little puppy--just fun and charm.
It's one of those couples where she is using a dating site to help her find the right guy. He should be all wrong. He doesn't match her list of musts, but he did stop her at first glance. Ennoy as you watch her do that thing that happens when you assume. A romance has to have a HEA. You'll lovei theirs.

fun story

I have previously read this book and thoroughly enjoyed it. When I was offered an audible copy, I gladly accepted - and I loved it even more! This is a really fun story, especially with Chester's compulsory eating antics! Being a dog owner I was quite amused at Ellen's mishaps with the little guy. But, through him she met Henry, so it was worth all the destroyed items in her purse!
I felt the narrator did a very good job. She did very well changing her voice to depict the different characters, and I had no problem following along.
Great story, great narration, you will so enjoy this book!

I was offered a review copy of this audible book, but my review is my own opinion.