This was a story with a gentle plot which made it a refreshing change to tuck in amongst the more weightier dramatic plotted stories that I've been reading lately. Not to say that there is no conflict! There is that, but its resolution happens without an undue amount of angst because the two main characters are unselfish, thoughtful and mature about it when the conflict from without their relationship happens.Honestly, this one felt more like a contemporary romance with science fiction elements than a straight sci-fi romance. Yes, the hero is from another planet and yes there are some differences, but much of the story is that of a couple dealing with the fall-out off an arranged marriage without as much fall-out as there could have been.I enjoyed both characters very much. I know some would say that Caitlin accepted matters way too fast and yeah she did on an emotional level, but the facts were staring her in the face and she had reached a place in her life where she wanted a home with husband and family so she was in a good mindset for Rilo/Chris' sudden appearance. And hey, what's not to like about Chris, he was the perfect husband- gentle, sweet, loving, selfless and full of grateful appreciation just to have a wife.Now Caitlin's mother was another story. She was classic 'mother in law' villain, but not just to Chris. She seemed to have some hidden agenda for breaking up her own daughter's happiness more than anything. I wish her motives would have been teased out more because for the life of me I couldn't figure out what her deal was. I got her hurt at hearing about a wedding after the fact, but it went waaay beyond that. Maybe its explained more in the next book.All in all, it was a pleasant reading experience that will warm your heart without tugging harshly on all your emotions. Recommend for both Contemporary Romance and light Sci-Fi Romance lovers. Reread. Second time around and I still love it! I wanted to make myself familiar with the other characters again since I'll be reading the rest of the series.I LOVE Chris! He is sooooo cute, so naive and so eandearing. Things he says that makes you go "aawwwww", i.e. "I'll go there because you're there" or "I'll do anything as long as I get to touch you". And yes, he always wants to touch her. And he's working so hard so that she loves him. Getting pictures taken with her was very important to him. He doesn't understand a lot of the earthly things but he could care less because he is so focused on her. How he reacted and was hurt when he thought she doesn't love him. He was so heart broken, although it was all a misunderstanding.Caitlyn was a great heroine. She accepted him, was patient and loving. I just didn't like her focus on him making enough money so that she can have the house she always dreamt of having. I could have killed the mom, though. What a manipulative bitch!This is just a real light reading, something for the heart to enjoy, relax and have a good time. Highly recommend.
What do You think about Suddenly A Bride (2011)?
A fun, quick read with an interesting twist!
—citosgirl74
