Dogs and Goddesses [NOOK Book]

Not one of the better books that I have read recently.

Generally I really like anything written by Jennifer Crusie and I love Anne Stuart, but this book was not good. It was tedious and I did not find the characters likable nor was the plot entertaining. As a romance it had zero spark. It was bad enough that at 3/4 of the way thru I quit reading it.

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Charmed 2.5

It was rehash of the Unfortunate of Miss Fortunes and a Charmed episode. I felt the book read bit clumsy and very far fetched even for fiction novel. Too many cooks in the kitchen. I would love for Ms. Crusie to get back to what she does the best: fast paced witty dialogue with great heat between the characters. I like Agnes and the Hitman, good collaberation with Bob Mayer. Looking forward to her next solo project.

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This is an outrageous zany paranormal thriller

In Summerville, Ohio, desperate to improve the behavior of their respective canines, three women attend a dog obedience training session. Recent California transplant Temple Street Coffeehouse owner Abby Richmond accompanied by Bowser the Newfoundlander; Web writer Daisy Harris and Baily the Jack Russell; and ancient history professor Shar Summer with Wolfie the dachshund bond during the two week training sessions hosted by dog trainer Kammani Gula.

The three new friends soon learn their instructor is actually the Mesopotamian goddess Kammani, who ruled the world four millennium ago. She plans to do so again with her three female students serving as her loyal priestesses. However, in spite of the Goddess granting them the ability to communicate with their dogs, the trio does not believe the world starting in Ohio needs a despotic Goddess; men are bad enough.

This is an outrageous zany paranormal thriller starring three women, their dogs, and a Goddess; all fully developed with differing personalities. The audience will laugh out loud at the chick-canine lit discussions especially with hyperactive Bailey. Still with all the amusing asides, the story line is fast-paced and exciting as the three novice dog owners try to prevent an ancient Goddess from taking over the world starting with them as her first draftees in small town Ohio.

Harriet Klausner

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A few laughs and a snicker or two

I found this book a funny read, and glad that I found it on a whim. I loved the talking dogs, but not so much of the control freak of the Mesopotamian goddess Kammani. I started reading and actually had to finish the book. It made me laugh and I have recommended this book to others and their feeling was the same as mine.

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Not even a good rainy day book

This is the only Jennifer Crusie book I've read that I didn't like at all. The characters, although they have a few good moments, are generally dull and the story is very hard to get into. Wild Ride is much the same, although that one is marginally better due to author Bob Mayer's contributions.

not you're normal romance novel

These 3 authors pull off an interesting mix of talent. I had a hard time putting it down to sleep! History, mythology, politics, fantasy, and psychology - and a little romantic tension to tie it all together. And you'll never look at your dog the same way again.

Didn't even finish it

I found this book really odd. I usually finish all the books I read, hoping that it will get better. This one is just too strange and hard to follow.

After the Revolution, We're Keeping Refridgeration

I loved this book. It is laugh out-loud funny, and the characters are terrific from the neurotic godess, Kami, to the grouchy but drop-dead sexy professor of mathematics, Christopher. And it would be criminal not to mention the title ladies and their sassy talking dogs. Some of the best parts were the Old World deities coming to terms with the new technology such as cars, eyeglasses...refridgerators. Be warned, though. This book is R-rated, and it will make you crave star-shaped butter cookies!

What fun!

After reading the description, I just had to have this book just for the premise - I don't want to spoil the book for anyone else, however I must say my favorite character was Melvin. This was a fun read and I had to pass it on to others - that's how much enjoyment I got out of this. The three leading ladies come into their own in a very satifying fashion, and the love interests can be a bit too good to be true, but still enjoyable. This would be a great beach read, the otherworldly-type of plot, enjoyable characters, wacky situations and just plain good old fashioned story telling make this book true escapism. Goddesses and Dogs rule!

Hooked After 1 Page!

What an adorable book. Lovable characters ~ the dogs, the Goddesses and even the villainess will grow on you. Read it anytime you want to read something lighthearted and witty, and when you need a chuckle. ENJOY!

good lawd

I liked this book. It's a lot like The Unfortunate Miss Fortunes in the aspect that it dealt with three women finding their three loves. Especially the connection between Mare and Daisy. It's a nice easy read and I would definetly recomend this book for anyone looking to get away from the real world for a little bit.

Fun summer reading - great collaboration to create a single voice

An overall fun book. I did love the other Crusie//trio collaboration - The Unfortunate Miss Fortunes - but did enjoy this one too. It started out slowly and it seemed to take a bit longer in character development so I loved the dogs from the beginning but it wasn't until halfway through the book that I really liked the lead human characters (plus Sam). It took off once the characters jelled and became aware of their roles in the plot of the Goddess. Definitely one that I have reread a couple of times for train-time.

Waste of money

I was very disappointed with the book. I always read a book cover to cover. But not this one. From the beginning I was confused by the story line. But even after fifty pages, I just could not become invested. I put the book down and it is in my pile of books to give away. This will not even be worth a read at a later time.

Seamless collaboration

Three talented authors with unique voices came together to deliver a dynamite read in this hilarious and entertaining story. I loved every minute of the fast-paced paranormal with an undeniable off-the-wall humor that made me bond with the characters and worry about the outcome. I applaud the effortless way the trio managed to deliver the book without the obvious breaks I would have expected with such diverse talents at work. Bravo!

I'm still trying to get through this book!

If this had been three individual stories (anthology) or just a series, I would have loved the concept. Nothing better than whimsical romance! It just keeps jumping from character to character before I can get a grasp on what's happening. The title and the cover hooked me, but I got lost trying to keep up with the characters and the dogs. If you slow down and re-read some of the scenes, it's really a good try at romantic comedy. The dogs are hilarious!

Odd but good

Not at all what I expected, and you have to really bend the mind to read this, but it was a good funny romantic story. And would give it to a friend for sure. Just explain its not typical Cruise and its very fiction!

Hilarious!

I loved this book. It had me laughing out loud. I've always liked Jennifer Crusie - her books are just plain fun - and this one did not disappoint. The characters (particularly the dogs) were so well done. A little romance, some fairly steamy love scenes, and a great sense of the absurd kept me interested throughout.

Incredibly funny & entertaining

Loved this book and thought it was really entertaining. As always Ms. Crusie's inventive plots keep the reader involved.

It Was a Barker

I had expected more from the women who wrote this.The plot all but rolled over and played dead.The storyline was too farfetched to keep my interest and I almost begged it to end.Oh well,enough with the dogged theme of this review.I have put this book in the bag to donate to my local library where someone else may decide to bone up on it.