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Anyone But You [Large Print] (Hardcover)

by Jennifer Crusie (Author)
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Considered by many to be a romantic comedy classic, Crusie's wry, witty story tells of three intersecting characters: Nina Askew, a newly divorced 40-year-old editor; Alex Moore, the young ER doctor who lives downstairs; and Fred, the depressed dog who brings them together. The novel is given a note-perfect reading by Susan Ericksen. Giving these characters distinct voices was likely a challenge; there are no accents to play with, and everyone's dialogue is snappy. The supporting characters stand out more--particularly the bored attendant at the pound, Nina's stuffy ex-husband, and her sassy elderly upstairs neighbor. Also worthy of note: the upbeat, jazzy score that begins and ends each disc sets the mood beautifully. C.E.W. © AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

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Nina thinks the last thing she needs is Fred--part basset, part beagle, and part manic-depressive puppy. Then Fred brings home Alex Moore, poster boy for lonely women. Nina loves Fred, but really, anyone but Alex! Original. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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3.0 out of 5 stars It's all about Fred, Aug 7 2008
By ocelott (Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Anyone But You (Mass Market Paperback)
As is her standard, Crusie took the romance standards and stood them on her head. I liked Nina, who has realistic concerns about the effect of aging on her body and her life, but still managed to be a powerful character. She had her insecurities and her hang-ups, but she wasn't going to let anyone else tell her what to do or how to live. She ended her marriage because she was unhappy, in spite of her ex-husband and mother's warnings that at her age, she was dooming herself to live the rest of her life alone.

By the time I'd hit the 30-page mark, I was already rooting for Alex. He was likeable, smart, and had a sense of humour. The chemistry between him and Nina was great, and Crusie spent enough time exploring their friendship dynamic that it was easy to see why they would make a great couple.

Also, there was Fred. Fred is part beagle, part basset-hound, and all manic depressive. And did I mention he's also awesome? Because he really is.

My big complaint, and the thing that brough this book down from four stars, was the length. Anyone But You is 283 pages long, and while I like short and zippy sometimes, this felt like there were pieces missing, as though the editor said "this book is great, but it's about 50 pages too long. Hack a little away from the ending, would you?" I was a little more than 200 pages into the book when Nina agreed she'd maybe give Alex a shot, and then suddenly two months had passed, and Alex was the one suffering from insecurities. His issues were all valid enough, but they were brought up and resolved so quickly that I felt like I'd really been missing something, and the entire ending was less satisfying than I would have expected from the first two thirds of the story.

Anyone But You is a fun, quick read, with some really interesting and memorable characters, but it falls a little flat for me with a too-short ending. Not Crusie's best, but still worth a read if you happen upon a copy.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Romantic Times Review, Jan 20 2004
By K. J. Blake "Super Reader" (Phoenix,AZ United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Anyone but you (Paperback)
The incomparable Jennifer Crusie's wonderful and thoroughly entertaining wit is given a chance to take center stage this month in ANYONE BUT YOU (4.5). From the moment a 40-year-old book editor is introduced to her neighbor-a handsome 30-year-old Emergency Room doctor-by her spirited dog, sparks and witty dialogue fly. Ms. Crusie does it like no one else.
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