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I want to start by saying that generally love Kristan Higgins' books. They are almost always well written and make you truly identify with the characters. However, I have to agree with the review written by Becca, I didn't like how the book started with the proposal then jumps back in time. I'm sorry, if someone proposed to me and I ruffled his hair like a dog, I wouldn't blame him if he never gave me another glance, much less another chance. I thought the way Jess treated Connor was very humiliating and demeaning! Why would any self respecting guy allow her to treat him and how he felt about her that way? I personally could NOT identify with Connor's attraction to Jess. I never saw what she gave to the relationship besides sex.

In "The Best Man" the author gave us a little insight into Jess when she had a brief discussion with Faith about what happened with Jeremy in high school. However, in this book there was little warmth to Jessica and I found it difficult to comprehend and accept how a supposedly wonderful guy like Connor would put up with the break up, makeup repetition even allowing for Jess' "reasons", her bother, her Dad, etc.

Most of Kristan Higgins' books are quick reads but I put this one down just before the reunion part because I couldn't take it anymore! This book kind of reminds me of her book "The Next Best Thing" and In that book I couldn't understand how Lucy couldn't see what a GREAT thing she had in Ethan!!!

Somehow this kind of boils down to the heroines being not too bright in the relationship department and that bothers me.


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Anything for You The Blue Heron Series Kristan Higgins 9780373789085 Books Reviews

I have loved all the previous books in the Blue Heron series, but I just didn't like this one. I did not like Jessica at the beginning and I didn't grow to like her by the end. What Connor saw in her is beyond me. He really deserves better. It was fun to catch up with Pru, Honor, Faith and the others, but otherwise, I just didn't care for it.
"Connor Michael O'Rourke fell in love with Jessica Dunn when he was twelve years old. The feeling was not mutual."

FINAL DECISION Emotional and at times heartbreaking, this is the story of a man who is willing to wait and care for the woman he loves, even when she turns from him again and again. A story that spans decades, I love how Higgins brings to life this small town with all the complexities and relationships involved and gives readers a hero that is imminently loveable.

THE STORY Connor O'Rourke has loved Jessica Dunn for years. She never looked at him until they were adults. Then they have been involved in a secret on again off again relationship. As the book begins, Connor asks Jessica to marry him and she says no. Finally, he has had enough of her pushing him away. But the truth is that he has loved her for so long that he doesn't know how to do anything else. At the same time, Jessica begins to realize that Connor has always been there for her. What will she do if he isn't there any longer?

OPINION When I read a Kristan Higgins book, I am always surprised by how much I like them. The plots themselves tend to be straightforward and simple, but the execution and depth that she brings to the characters, the emotions and the relationships are incredibly moving.

As readers follow the story of Connor and Jess, it seems that they are destined to be star-crossed or cursed. Over and over again, they seem to be getting close and then events tear them apart. The beauty of the story is that ulitmately, Jess has to make the decision to trust in the future and not allow them to be torn apart.

I found Jess to be a frustrating heroine because she is difficult to get close to. The daughter of alcoholic parents, she had to handle things far too young and did it far too poorly at times. In a lovely manner, the motivations behind Jess's decisions become clear. There are no excuses here, merely understanding and compassion. Being the "slut" in high school, Jess has poor self-esteem and sacrifices herself again and again for those she loves. For years, she has been the parent of her mentally challenged brother in a relationship that is filled with love and guilt and selfish need. HIggins has thoughtfully set out this complex relationship. There are no simple answers here and that is what makes it great.

In compensation for the difficult heroine, Higgins has given readers one of the most adorable heroes ever. Kindhearted and caring, Connor has always been there for Jess -- even when she rejected him. He deeply cares for those around him and is incredibly patient with Jess. Friend, lover, companion -- Connor is willing to be whatever Jess will allow him to be in her life. Thankfully, Higgins has given Connor a complicated and difficult relationship with his father who has a new family of his own. This keeps Connor from being too perfect and also his neglectful father is part of the motivation for Connor being so dedicated to others.

This book spans decades and there is no single moment when things become perfect for these two. Instead, this book is about working through problems, believing in one another and taking the leap of faith even when things go wrong again and again.

WORTH MENTIONING Fans of the series will enjoy the small updates on the locals including the couples from the previous books in the series.

CONNECTED BOOKS ANYTHING FOR YOU is the fifth book in the Blue Heron series. Although this book is connected with the other books in the series, it can be read as a standalone as everything you need to know is in this book.

STAR RATING I give this book 4.5 stars.
I usually love Kristan Higgins's books. I was looking forward to reading this one but it turned out to be a disappointment. The heroine is too whiny and the hero too good to be believed. It is very hard to understand why he would keep coming back to her when she treats him so badly. The main reason that I didn't like the book was the repeated (ad nauseum) of the word "slut." What is the male equivalent of that word? Almost every hero in romance novels has a history of sleeping with many women and that is ok with the women in the stories and admired by the men. He's a real catch. But this heroine is still living down her past - from high school. She is successful, caring, and beautiful but she has to pay for her past with no self-esteem and continued harrassment from people in the town. It gets exhausting after a while listening to her inner voice putting herself down. I will look forward to the next Kristin Higgins book- hopefully with a stronger heroine.
This is the first Kristan Higgins book I had to force myself to keep reading and finish. Conor was great, too good to be true, but Jess was such an ice queen, she left me cold. Spoiler alert - Over and over again, she leaves Connor, which is basically the whole plot. Kind of a yawn from start to finish. I wished there would have been a bit more to the plot because there wasn't much in this book. I could have skipped this book in the series and not missed anything. I just hope the next one is better. The book was a huge disappointment and boring.
I want to start by saying that generally love Kristan Higgins' books. They are almost always well written and make you truly identify with the characters. However, I have to agree with the review written by Becca, I didn't like how the book started with the proposal then jumps back in time. I'm sorry, if someone proposed to me and I ruffled his hair like a dog, I wouldn't blame him if he never gave me another glance, much less another chance. I thought the way Jess treated Connor was very humiliating and demeaning! Why would any self respecting guy allow her to treat him and how he felt about her that way? I personally could NOT identify with Connor's attraction to Jess. I never saw what she gave to the relationship besides sex.

In "The Best Man" the author gave us a little insight into Jess when she had a brief discussion with Faith about what happened with Jeremy in high school. However, in this book there was little warmth to Jessica and I found it difficult to comprehend and accept how a supposedly wonderful guy like Connor would put up with the break up, makeup repetition even allowing for Jess' "reasons", her bother, her Dad, etc.

Most of Kristan Higgins' books are quick reads but I put this one down just before the reunion part because I couldn't take it anymore! This book kind of reminds me of her book "The Next Best Thing" and In that book I couldn't understand how Lucy couldn't see what a GREAT thing she had in Ethan!!!

Somehow this kind of boils down to the heroines being not too bright in the relationship department and that bothers me.