Every Sunday we are taking a look at the world of books. I read a lot and always want to share my opinions on what I read, so I thought it would be fun to write reviews. Today we are looking at a book based on valentines day at the office…

A Day At The Office (2013)

Matt Dunn

Synopsis

One office, five lives, on the most romantic day of the year.

For most people, Valentine’s Day means flowers, chocolates, and candlelit dinners. But for five of Seek Software’s employees, it’s shaping up to be as much fun as a trip to the dentist.

Long-term singleton Sophie has a crush on colleague Nathan but worries he doesn’t even know her name. And is there really any point in her sending a card to the man who organises the annual office Anti-Valentine’s party?

Overweight, insecure, and still living with his mum, Calum’s desperate for a girlfriend. He’s recently met the woman of his dreams online but his exaggerated profile might mean tonight’s first date could also be their last.

Mark’s been besotted with Julie since she kissed him at the office Christmas party. While she doesn’t seem to remember a thing, today might be his best chance to remind her. If only he could work out how.

A Day at the Office is a wise, wonderfully moving, and laugh-out-loud novel about life, love, and relationships by bestselling novelist Matt Dunn.

– from Waterstones website

Positive Points

This is a book that initially is really engaging and leads you to keep turning the page to find out what happens to all the characters in the story and whether they get the Valentines Day that they require. It is interesting to see how

Negative Points

The book is predictable at times and it can feel like at times that there are too many characters that it feels a bit rushed at times. Also the ending may not be what you expect.

Overall Review

It is a book that is easy to read if you are looking for something to escape with but do not expect a rom com that is unpredictable. There are too many characters and I think that is the problem with it.

Rating : *** 3 Stars

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