Settling Up

By: Eryn Scott

Narrated by: Annie Abate

One bald spot + one 30 year old = zero chance at love.

If there's one thing statistics professor Lauren Sinclair knows, it's probability. And she understands her current equation all too well.

Desperate to get herself back into the dating game, Lauren relies on statistical analysis and a ridiculously detailed list to help her find the perfect man.

Her friend Mack thinks it sounds like she's trying to find a car instead of a husband. What does he know? He's a tattooed, totally-not-her-type Blackjack dealer.

But maybe this professor needs to learn that love is more than a numbers game.

©2016 Eryn Carpenter (P)2016 Eryn Carpenter

Settling Up Review

First couple of chapters kinda went on and on and... Narrator started out too strong, grating. Once storyline kicked in, around chapter 5, plot and narrator settled in.

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BlackJack!

This is my type of rom-com, I found the inner musings of neurotic Lauren, um...er... amusing! If a book can make me laugh out loud, I know it's something special and this book has many of those such moments!

30 something mathematician Lauren has a list for absolutely everything, a list of where she should be monetary wise, a list of where she should be career wise, and an extreme vetting list for prospective husbands! It's no wonder the stress of it all has caused her to start losing her hair, it's enough to make me want to pull mine out!

Lauren usually talks out her problems at the blackjack table of the local casino, but when her regular dealer is a no show, she starts up an unlikely platonic relationship with the tattooed new dealer Mack, it has to be a platonic relationship, because Mack has absolutely zero of the requirements on Lauren onerous list.

Instead, Lauren's relegates Mack to the infamous "friend zone" and uses Mack, a recent widow, as a sounding board for her dating life and in the process they start to share parts of their life outside of the casino, in essence becoming BFF's. When Lauren thinks she's found her perfect match on paper, she starts to question if perfection is what she's looking for, can Lauren look past her list and see the perfect fit in front of her?

Great story? Check! Great narration? Check! This book is awesome, start to finish!

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Addicting story! You wont want to stop listening

Would you consider the audio edition of Settling Up to be better than the print version?

I feel that the audio edition provides a lively rendition of the author's words. Annie Abate does a great job of adding the feeling and emotion behind the words.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Lauren, she's the main character and is hilarious. She has some anxieties but knows that and knows how to address these anxieties.
She's real, and doesn't try to hide how quirky she can be to others.

Have you listened to any of Annie Abate’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This was the first time I've heard Annie Abate read. I feel she did well and was able to bring the characters alive through her words.

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

Yes, the moment when Lauren realizes that she's made a huge mistake. This climactic moment brings the whole story together and really makes the story.

Narcotic with #

Took me awhile to get into, not sure if it was the narrative or story.
Annie Abate has a beautiful voice so I'm not sure what it was, either way I enjoyed it.
Who doesn't love a HEA

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Fun, Funny and Romantic

What made the experience of listening to Settling Up the most enjoyable?

The main character is very easy to relate to and hilarious. Lauren is both organized and neurotic. She is somewhat anti-social but has a good heart. The narrator nails the performance of this character.

What other book might you compare Settling Up to and why?

The main character is similar to Stephanie Plumb from the series by Janet Evanovich. Stephanie and Lauren are both likable, vulnerable, quirky, action oriented girls who get themselves into humorous situations without thinking. Those situations often involve hunky men.

Which scene was your favorite?

Tough choice. This whole book is funny and well-written. The scene where Lauren bares her bald spots to Mac is comical. The scene where Lauren thinks she is hearing the voice of God commenting on her dating life is beyond funny. But the scenes where Lauren is singing show tunes at the top of her lungs to keep wild animals away are the best.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes. The book is light, entertaining and well-written. The narrator gives a first class performance embodying each character.

Any additional comments?

Great book. I highly recommend it. I received this book for free from the author, narrator, or publisher in exchange for a fair review.

Cute but predictable

Would you try another book from Eryn Scott and/or Annie Abate?

Yeah, I would try another book by Eryn Scott.

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

Laura, the main character, got on my nerves in the beginning. I did like the way she grew and changed through out the book. Mack was awesome, but I found myself rolling my eyes at his over the top sweetness until they actually started hanging out.

Did Annie Abate do a good job differentiating all the characters? How?

She did pretty good with the female characters, but the male voices need a bit of work.

Do you think Settling Up needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

No, the story wrap up was satisfying and I wasn't left with the feeling of wanting more.

Any additional comments?

Overall, I'm glad I listened to this book and will probably listen to it again.

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Funny, well narrated

This was a good one. Good narrator for the voice of this book. She brought the lighthearted dorky comedy. Nothing uber unique but it was a really enjoyable listen that had me chuckling!

JUST SO CUTE and FUN, FUN, FUN!

I LOVED THIS BOOK. Its a bit cheesy, but I couldn't help loving the characters, especially Lauren and Mack! I found myself "laughing out loud" so many times. Yes it is predictable but worth the journey.

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Great contemporary romance!

It was a sweet story and impossible to put down. I loved the humor and was cracking up for most of it!

The characters are very likable. The story is predictable but I enjoyed every bit of it. It is a light, feel good story with lots of funny moments.

The narrator did a great job bringing the story to life.

I'm looking forward to reading more books written by Eryn Scott! I loved her writing style. So much fun!

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