The Proverbial Mr. Universe
by Maria La Serra
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Pub Date Jun 13 2016 | Archive Date Jul 04 2017
Description
Dear girl with the red scarf,
Love was never meant to be conquered,
you have to surrender to it.
Trust me. After all, I am Mr. Universe.
When the universe conveys a message, you listen.
Olivia Montiano just caught her fiancé cheating. Now she is forced to question what she wants out of life and love. Striving to live up to her father’s unrealistic standards for the past twenty-three years, every decision she has ever made was with her father’s wishes in mind—until she finds mysterious, handwritten letters tucked away in places only meant for her. That’s when she realizes she’s been on the wrong path all along and gives her heart to a guy her father thinks is entirely wrong.
Washed-up abstract artist Nick Montgomery has had quite a few setbacks in life. He’s accustomed to never needing anyone, thinking he’s just fine—until he meets the girl with the red scarf. She’s not his type. But the universe has other ideas. Nick has a secret he’s keeping from her, afraid it will bring their new relationship to a sudden halt.
Will they figure out what the universe holds for them?
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780995097919 |
| PRICE | $14.00 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Melena T, Reviewer
When I first started started this book I liked the unique format with the letters to Olivia from Mr. Universe, but I had some difficulty getting into the story initially.
I am so glad I stuck with it and kept reading, though. Olivia's journey and self-improvement through the book was well written. Sometimes her choices were frustrating, but you do understand why she feels and thinks the way she does.
Nick was my favorite character. He's romantic, smart, and thoughtful and I was so glad that his perspective was included. He isn't infallible, which I appreciated. Sometimes the hero/heroine of the story are made out too perfect and that can make it difficult to relate to them, but Maria La Serra did a great job writing well rounded characters.
There were a few parts of the narrative that I wish had been fleshed out more, especially near the end of the book, but this was a great debut novel.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Bookseller 180456
Such a lovely story. The characters are great and the dialogue is fun and realistic. The only thing I was expecting was a little more "sexy time" with the main characters, but other than, this is what a Romance should be. There are so many awful ones out there, it was refreshing to read one that didn't kill my brain cells.
Emma S, Reviewer
Title: The Proverbial Mr. Universe
Author: Maria La Serra
Rating: 3.5/5
Release Date: June 13, 2016
*Copy attained via Netgalley
The Proverbial Mr. Universe was different than I expected, in a good way. This book navigated the complex relationships and complications of daily life amidst the serene and happy moments. Maria La Serra managed to create a love story with interesting characters who seemed real and not rash. The cast of characters and overall plot were all entertaining and I enjoyed how the pacing was not a little slower than a lot of other NA books. Combining self discovery, the weight of decision making, and uplifting philosophical letters threaded through the chapters, this novel will hook reader’s hearts.
Lisa A, Reviewer
Would love to read something by this author again! The story was well thought out and the characters were very likable!
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