(I really don't like giving negative reviews, but I have to be honest and tell it like it is here... :) )My grammar nazi/editor self struggled through this one. The characters were very shallow and unrealistic in a lot of ways, and the plot seemed pretty much like the cliche mail-order bride story, without any original nuances or plot twists. I felt like I was reading through a detailed minute-by-minute history of Millie's cooking adventures. Seemed very amateurish overall. There was a lot of potential with this story but in the end it wasn't realized for a variety of reasons. First of all for the topic, the book was far too short. There just isn't time to fully develop the personality of either main character, much less turn their newly wedded state into a true marriage. And where in the world did the author come up with some of the things Millie thought was waiting for her at her new home? She was supposed to be educated, yet her reaction to what she expected to find waiting her for was totally unrealistic. I like how she was able to step into her new role and work to make a new life for herself...was even anxious to make friends. Falling in love with her new husband in a week...not liking that so much.And George...a good man, still grieving for his dead wife. He's in a bad place. Maybe a little harsh but he didn't really want a new wife but he wasn't mean. I appreciated that the author made him an honest, responsible man, determined to do what was right. I also liked that he refused to take Millie immediately into his bed. So, this one had a few good points and some bad for me. The historical period wasn't the problem, nor was the Christian theme. It was definitely content, plotting and development.
What do You think about Mail Order Millie (2000)?
I liked the concept of the book but there just wasn't enough to it. I found it lacking.
—Shannon
I liked this quint short book about two people finding love.
—Lulu
