
Fools Rush In
Weddings by Bella, Book 1
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Narrated by:
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Elan O'Connor
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By:
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Janice Thompson
Bella Rossi may be nearing 30, but her life is just starting to get interesting. When her Italian-turned-Texan parents hand over the family wedding planning business, Bella is determined not to let them down. She quickly books a "Boot Scoot'n" wedding that would make any Texan proud. There's only one catch - she's a country music numbskull because her family only listens to Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Where will she find a D.J. on such short notice who knows his Alan Jackson from his Keith Urban? When a misunderstanding leads her to the D.J. (and man) of her dreams, things start falling into place. But with a family like hers, nothing is guaranteed. Can the perfect Texan wedding survive a pizza-making uncle with mob ties, an aunt who is a lawsuit waiting to happen, and a massive delivery of 80 cowboy boots? And will Bella ever get to plan her own wedding? Book one in the Weddings by Bella series, Fools Rush In is fun, fresh, and full of surprises. Readers will love the flavorful combination of Italian and Tex-Mex, and the hilarity that ensues when cultures clash.
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Is there anything you would change about this book?
I received a copy of this audiobook from audiobookblast in exchange for an honest review.I am on the fence with a positive review for this audiobook for a number of reasons. To start off, the story centers on a quintessential Italian family with multiple generations living under one roof. Bella, narrating in first person, likens her family to the Clampetts from The Beverly Hillbillys even though there are way more characters in her story. She makes some major mistakes along her journey of taking over her family business of wedding planning and the gaffs ala Lucille Ball ensue. Where the ball gets dropped is in 30 minutes this story still has 10 hours left.
There were several points on the positive side of the fence for this book. Introduction to the family gives insight into the struggles at each age and offered something for everyone. In fact, the overall message of the book was an uplifting one. Descriptive images offered by the author provided a myriad of pictures in my mind for the people and places. Also, the male love interest was adorable. His character and actions were so realistic that I fell in love. This character alone could sway my positive review!
The negative side of the fence is a lengthy one, though. The positive message becomes a bit preachy after a while. I am a daughter of missionaries and we don't even scripture pound this much! I get it, this audiobook gives people who wouldn't normally hear this message a chance to be exposed but there was a point at which the Uncle was trying to "save the bird's soul" that I had to cry fowl (corny, I know but then again so were parts of this audiobook). The multiple characters involved did cause a fair amount of confusion. When each garnered their own subplot I had to cry foul, also. Although the lead male was a curry, it seemed as though each of the younger characters were described as gorgeous so it did lessen the value of the description. The presence of singers Dean Martin and Sinatra in their songs and the theme of one of the restaurants owned by a family member was way too overdone. Oh, and don't get me started on Bella's father. He let her take over the wedding business and then it seemed as though he just disappeared except to play basketball and then was a around at a wedding. What? He gave over his business and then didn't advise or at least check in? Everyone is in everyone's business, and this is kept quiet? This were just a few of my questions in the negative category.
On a different note, the narrator did a believable job. I would listen to her again because of her crossover to Italian from the Texan accents.
Overall, the the audiobook was a good one. The fence issue is yet to be decided because I waffle back and forth. You can decide.
On the Fence
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Any additional comments?
This is a great book written by Janice Thompson; this is the first book in the Weddings by Bella series. Bella Rossie’s parents handed over the family wedding planning business. Her first wedding she plans a “Boot Scoot’n” wedding, but has no idea what she is doing since she has never listened to anything country. She ends up getting help from a good looking DJ. The characters in this book are great and you will love them. If you are looking for a great romance, with humor then you need to read this book. I can’t wait until the next book comes out.The narrator Elan O’Connor did a good job with this book, and was very easy to listen to. He did a great job with the different voices of each character in this book. It was very easy to listen to in one sitting and I didn’t want to stop listening until the end. I have enjoyed every book that Sophie has done so far.
If you are looking for a great book with great characters then you need to listen to this book. I am looking forward to listening to the next book by this author and narrator.
A Review copy was provided to me in exchange for a fair and honest review. The free book held no determination on my personal review.
Great Book!
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Fools Rush In
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Would you consider the audio edition of Fools Rush In to be better than the print version?
I always listen to audio books first so I would have to say yes.What was one of the most memorable moments of Fools Rush In?
All the descriptions of an Italian family were spot on!Any additional comments?
Great family oriented story with some religious undertones. Loved it!Good Read!
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enjoyed listening
great book
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I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. (It probably was near and dear to by heart because my mother’s parents immigrated from Italy to the USA!)
Romance and humor
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Loved it!
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A length of 10 hrs and 38 mins is made better with Elan O'Connor. I love her voice work. She has a christian voice! I think maybe her voice to "christian" at times, she sounds a bit "over the top" nice. i like it, i do. I would rate her voice 4,4 out of 5!
I was provided this audiobook at no charge by the author, publisher and/or narrator in exchange for an unbiased review via AudiobookBlast dot com
Good Christian Crime!
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"This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBlast dot com."
Christian Romance
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Humor runs in cowboy boots thru this story.
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