Helpful Score: 2
Fern Michaels is a good, if not somewhat predictable, writer. The story does have some interesting twists and I enjoyed going along for the ride. The characters were likeable and you found yourself rooting for them throughout the story. There is a budding romance, suspense, evil, some violence, corruption, money, a lovable kid, and a lovable dog. Throw all that together and you have a pretty good story. This is not a deep inspiring story but a good cozy read. Sorry can't tell you how it all works out cause that would ruin it for you, but it's a good read - trust me.
Helpful Score: 1
I LOVE Fern Michaels and have read all her books but this one was horrible for me. I tried and tried to get into the book but just wasn't able to. The plot was so predictable it was absurd and in no way plausible. After reading about 4 chapters I got online and read some other reviews of people who said they liked it and I tried to read a couple more chapters and I just couldn't. Everytime I read any of it, I was thinking how stupid this book was. I hope other people like it but I couldn't get past the 5th chapter.
Helpful Score: 1
I agree with everything Christine R. (Christinerodie) said in her review. That was exactly how I felt.
I read not quite half of the book before returning it to the library. I'm glad I didn't waste a credit on it. The storyline was just ridiculous and even though it moved along at a quick pace, I felt like it was too quick and should've been fleshed out a bit more. Some parts and relationships between characters, made you just go, "Really? Really? That is just too unbelievable."
I've enjoyed Fern Michael's books in the past, but wouldn't recommend this to anyone.
I read not quite half of the book before returning it to the library. I'm glad I didn't waste a credit on it. The storyline was just ridiculous and even though it moved along at a quick pace, I felt like it was too quick and should've been fleshed out a bit more. Some parts and relationships between characters, made you just go, "Really? Really? That is just too unbelievable."
I've enjoyed Fern Michael's books in the past, but wouldn't recommend this to anyone.
Helpful Score: 1
I've always loved Fern's writing. While this was an ok book, I wouldn't dare try to ever read it a second time because I barely got through it the first time. Just didn't capture my interest the way her's always has. I hope others find it to be a better book than I. It will not stop me from reading any future releases though, that's for sure.
Actually, if it weren't for all the cursing and what-not, this book would actually seem to me like one of those fantasy books for teens. As you're reading you're thinking the whole time, "how in the world could any of this be so in a real life setting"...
Actually, if it weren't for all the cursing and what-not, this book would actually seem to me like one of those fantasy books for teens. As you're reading you're thinking the whole time, "how in the world could any of this be so in a real life setting"...
Helpful Score: 1
Awful, awful, awful! Time to retire Michaels. I could only make it half-way and that was forcing myself. I started rolling my eyes 10 pages in and if I heard about "the hat" one more time I think I would have thrown the book. When one of the characters started 'talking' to a ghost, I gave up. Get it together Michaels or give it up!
An unusual subject for this story; there is not the expected tension between the Mr. and Miss but they do work well together for the final outcome.
I did not like this book very much and had to force myself to finish it. The plot is not very believable and the characters are just so - so. I liked her ealier books much better. It's almost as if she's writing for a 5th grade audience - no offense to 5th graders! The book is just too simplistic and actually kind of boring. She should think about retiring if this is the kind of books she's going to write going forward. This will probably be the last book of hers that I bother to read.
Both students at the University of California Berkeley Campus in 1986, Peter Aaron Kelly and Lily Madison found themselves in need of tuition money and chose a sperm bank and egg donor bank as their solution.
A chance meeting between the two outside the donor facilities and another 19 years later at an airport on their way to a class reunion led to their development of a romantic relationship.
Both single, wealthy and guilt ridden over the possibility that they were the source for children they would never know, they were in route to California. Shocked by Josh Baer, a young mirror image of Pete, at the airport on the television news, suspected of murdering his class mates, Pete is on a mission to find the boy.
Pete, now the multibillionaire owner of PAK industries and Lily Madison, the multimillionaire owner of Sandcastle, Ltd. utilized their assets to get to the bottom of the murder story and Josh Baer.
The story intensifies when Pete and Lily realize that their offspring were not given up for adoption. Rather, they were used as human guinea pigs for a pharmaceutical business that would stop at nothing to protect their identity and assets.
Mr. and Miss Anonymous is an action packed adventure, murder mystery and love story that is both a simple yet riveting read. I could not put the book down and look forward to reading another of Fern Michaels' books.
Through reviews I have found that the author's fans either love or hate this book. Some say this is their least favorite book by this author. That being the case, I can't wait to read the best because I found this to be a fun read and loved it. That said if you are a newcomer to this author, you might want to read this book first. If you are an avid fan, this story may not be your favorite Fern Michaels novel.
A chance meeting between the two outside the donor facilities and another 19 years later at an airport on their way to a class reunion led to their development of a romantic relationship.
Both single, wealthy and guilt ridden over the possibility that they were the source for children they would never know, they were in route to California. Shocked by Josh Baer, a young mirror image of Pete, at the airport on the television news, suspected of murdering his class mates, Pete is on a mission to find the boy.
Pete, now the multibillionaire owner of PAK industries and Lily Madison, the multimillionaire owner of Sandcastle, Ltd. utilized their assets to get to the bottom of the murder story and Josh Baer.
The story intensifies when Pete and Lily realize that their offspring were not given up for adoption. Rather, they were used as human guinea pigs for a pharmaceutical business that would stop at nothing to protect their identity and assets.
Mr. and Miss Anonymous is an action packed adventure, murder mystery and love story that is both a simple yet riveting read. I could not put the book down and look forward to reading another of Fern Michaels' books.
Through reviews I have found that the author's fans either love or hate this book. Some say this is their least favorite book by this author. That being the case, I can't wait to read the best because I found this to be a fun read and loved it. That said if you are a newcomer to this author, you might want to read this book first. If you are an avid fan, this story may not be your favorite Fern Michaels novel.
I thought this was one of Ms. Michaels best books. It kept me engaged from the first chapter on in which I couldn't put the book down until I finished it. I love suspense and I love love stories so this was the perfect book for me.
really wanted to like this since I am interested in the subject matter but the writing is really poor, the story line is jagged and jumps around, skipping important points, and the premise is completely flawed.
Really liked this books. Read it in 2 days. I think Fern MIchaels is a great author, I really enjoy her sisterhood books.
You will like this book
You will like this book
I loved this book, passed it on to my mom who is currently reading it and she loves it also.
It was horrible.
I read about 60-75 pages and I just could not continue. Dont waste your time or money on this one.
I read about 60-75 pages and I just could not continue. Dont waste your time or money on this one.
I have read every book by this author and have enjoyed all of them....this one is a nice read and one of my favorites.
Basic Fern Michaels. Lots of twists, fun characters, romance, anticipation and a happy ending. A nice afternoon read.
College senior Lily Madison is on her own and desperate to pay for her last semester of school. With nowhere to turn, she makes the difficult decision to donate her eggs to a fertility clinic. Sam Parker is also a penniless student who supplements his tuition money by visiting a sperm bank. One day, Lily and Sam meet at the clinic and talk about their secret. They agree the clinic gives them an odd feeling, as if all is not as it seems. Despite their obvious attraction, Lily and Sam go their separate ways.
Twenty years have passed and Lily often wonders if she has a child somewhere in the world. She also thinks a lot about Sam. Now a wealthy entrepreneur, Sam never forgot Lily either, and when he sees her in an airport one day, he falls for her all over again. But while they enjoy their unlikely reunion, a story on the news has them riveted. Two teenage boys are missing and their disappearance may be linked to the fertility clinic Sam and Lily visited in college. In a shocking twist, one of the boys looks exactly like Sam.
Lily and Sam are now determined to find out what really went on at the clinic all those years ago. When the whole story comes out, the truth will be more than they bargained for. But they will discover that letting go of their secrets from the past is the best way to build a future worth fighting for.... «
Twenty years have passed and Lily often wonders if she has a child somewhere in the world. She also thinks a lot about Sam. Now a wealthy entrepreneur, Sam never forgot Lily either, and when he sees her in an airport one day, he falls for her all over again. But while they enjoy their unlikely reunion, a story on the news has them riveted. Two teenage boys are missing and their disappearance may be linked to the fertility clinic Sam and Lily visited in college. In a shocking twist, one of the boys looks exactly like Sam.
Lily and Sam are now determined to find out what really went on at the clinic all those years ago. When the whole story comes out, the truth will be more than they bargained for. But they will discover that letting go of their secrets from the past is the best way to build a future worth fighting for.... «
started out a little odd but loved it in the end I think ther needs to be one that follows
This is a very good book.
Overview
College senior Lily Madison is on her own and desperate to pay for her last semester of school. With nowhere to turn, she makes the difficult decision to donate her eggs to a fertility clinic. Peter Kelly is also a penniless student who supplements his tuition money by visiting a sperm bank. One day, Lily and Pete meet at the clinic and talk about their secret. They agree the clinic gives them an odd feeling, as if all is not as it seems. Despite their obvious attraction, Lily and Pete go their separate ways.
Nineteen years have passed and Lily often wonders if she has a child somewhere in the world. She also thinks a lot about Pete. Now a wealthy entrepreneur, Pete never forgot Lily either, and when he sees her in an airport one day, he falls for her all over again. But while they enjoy their unlikely reunion, a story on the news has them riveted. Two teenage boys are missing and their disappearance may be linked to the fertility clinic Pete and Lily visited in college. In a shocking twist, one of the boys looks exactly like Pete.
Lily and Pete are now determined to find out what really went on at the clinic all those years ago. When the whole story comes out, the truth will be more than they bargained for. But they will discover that letting go of their secrets from the past is the best way to build a future worth fighting for
College senior Lily Madison is on her own and desperate to pay for her last semester of school. With nowhere to turn, she makes the difficult decision to donate her eggs to a fertility clinic. Peter Kelly is also a penniless student who supplements his tuition money by visiting a sperm bank. One day, Lily and Pete meet at the clinic and talk about their secret. They agree the clinic gives them an odd feeling, as if all is not as it seems. Despite their obvious attraction, Lily and Pete go their separate ways.
Nineteen years have passed and Lily often wonders if she has a child somewhere in the world. She also thinks a lot about Pete. Now a wealthy entrepreneur, Pete never forgot Lily either, and when he sees her in an airport one day, he falls for her all over again. But while they enjoy their unlikely reunion, a story on the news has them riveted. Two teenage boys are missing and their disappearance may be linked to the fertility clinic Pete and Lily visited in college. In a shocking twist, one of the boys looks exactly like Pete.
Lily and Pete are now determined to find out what really went on at the clinic all those years ago. When the whole story comes out, the truth will be more than they bargained for. But they will discover that letting go of their secrets from the past is the best way to build a future worth fighting for
