Tuesday 10 January 2012

The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight by Jennifer E. Smith

The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight by Jennifer E. Smith 

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Source: Purchased
Publisher: Poppy
Release Date: January 2, 2012
Format: Hardcover, 236 pages

Who would have guessed that four minutes could change everything?

Today should be one of the worst days of seventeen-year-old Hadley Sullivan's life. She's stuck at JFK, late to her father's second wedding, which is taking place in London and involves a soon to be step-mother that Hadley's never even met. Then she meets the perfect boy in the airport's cramped waiting area. His name is Oliver, he's British, and he's in seat 18C. Hadley's in 18A.

Twists of fate and quirks of timing play out in this thoughtful novel about family connections, second chances and first loves. Set over a 24-hour-period, Hadley and Oliver's story will make you believe that true love finds you when you're least expecting it.
5 Reasons Why You Should Read The Statistical
Probability of Love at First Sight


1. There are warm, fuzzy feelings to be had.
Reading this book was kind of like reading one by Stephanie Perkins - there are giggles and squeals and that desire to pick up the book and hug it to your chest. I love some feel-good romance and self-discovery.

2. The main character, Hadley? Yeah, she rocks.
I feel like Hadley could totally be someone I know. She is super relatable and there are all these little stories about her life that make her feel so real to me. I don't know about you guys, but I do not look my hottest on a long plane ride. Guess what? Neither does Hadley! She is not always super put-together and prepared! Sometimes she says the wrong thing! Huzzah!

3. It's all set in a 24-hour period. 
Cool, right? Especially since the book is about falling in love with someone you've just met, I find it really, really interesting that it all happens in a day. Yet, with all of the mentions of things like fate and destiny -- how much does 4 MINUTES change? -- it is also kind of realistic, something that I was hoping for but not necessarily expecting.

4. FAMILY <3
You guys know how I feel about that word there... I've mentioned it often enough. Family plays a huge part in this book and is the reason behind Hadley and Oliver meeting (by that, I mean being on the plane) in the first place. Stuff hasn't been easy for Hadley after her dad left and it was great to see her work through it all with the help of some others.

5. There is this adorable British boy...
(Who saw this one coming?) OLIVER. He is so cute. He makes up these fantastic things (like obviously he's doing a research project on mayo, who wouldn't?) and smiles a lot and did I mention he is British? He is seriously amusing and endearing. I love Oliver <3 

I LOVE THIS BOOK.

Cover Comments: It's cute! I can't imagine that fitting the title on there in a nice way was an easy job but they did a wonderful job :) The entire cover is great, I think.

22 comments:

  1. Oh don't tease me *sniffes* I want this now! Sounds fantastic, Sonia!! Patiently waiting for my bunch of Hachette books to arrive in the mail... ;)

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    1. RIGHT, Lisa :P Like you don't tease me every day on that blog of yours. Hope your books come soon! I think you'll like this one :)

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  2. Sigh. Those are 5 very good reasons for me to read this book. Hadley and Oliver seem like they're such great characters. I can't wait to read this one. Loved your review!
    Book Light Graveyard

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    1. Glad you think so! I loved them both <3 Characters really make the book for me. Thank you! :)

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  3. Ah! This book is in the mail on its way here right now. I can't wait to read it and after this post, I'm even more excited :)

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    1. Ahh, fingers crossed for a speedy delivery! (Or that you already received it!) I hope you like it :)

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  4. I wanna read this SO much it sounds amazingly cute. Awesome review Sonia


    The Cait Files

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  5. This book is on its way to me now, and reading this post makes me wish it would hurry up and get here aleady lol

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    1. Is this book popular or what? :P I hope you like it too! I know the feeling. I couldn't stop thinking about the mailbox when I was waiting... :P

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    2. It arrived today! It is so pretty and awesome looking, I cannot wait to read it!

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  6. How on EARTH was I not following your amazing blog before now?
    AAAAH! I love your review! I read Anna and the French Kiss last week, feel CRAZY IN LOVE, and then I was like AAAAAAAAH! WHAT DO I DO NOW!
    Thank you for the Stephanie Perkins comparison! You've convinced me I may yet find joy in life again! I ordered this on Tuesday. SO. EXCITED.

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    1. HI SARAH *waves* Be my new BFF? <3

      I totally remember the feeling of finishing Anna and thinking no other book could compare LOL. Stephanie Perkins is still my favourite but I did looooove this book. Hope you like it!!

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  7. YES. So agree with the Stephanie Perkins note. And ohmygosh with the gorgeous, charming British boys!!! Apparently that is a staple to any amazing contemporary romance. SIGH. I freaking loved every interaction between Oliver and Hadley. I could read a whole book with just them talking (or kissing), nothing else. Plot? Plot? Pffft, who needs one!?

    Anyway, I LOVE and agree with all your points and you're totally making me want to reread all over again..... damn you!

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    1. I think that should be the ABC Alliance's next mission... ensuring that all contemporary romances have gorgeous, charming British boys <3 Or Australian ones. I LOVE AUSTRALIAN ACCENTS SO MUCH. Seriously, if we ever met in person, I would make you read me the dictionary or something LOL.

      Anyways, back on topic. Thank you! I try ;)

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  8. I LOVED this one! I agree with everything. Well, the whole British thing washes over me, being British and all ;). But I still loved Oliver! He was adorable and I loved his random mayo conversations :P. And definitely agree that Hadley was very relatable - she was awesome! Great review, Sonia :).

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    1. Way to gloat, Liz :( "I'm British and am surrounded by hot British boys and you're not.... har har har."

      As soon as they brought up the mayo thing, I knew the book was a keeper <3 Aaaand it made me think of Honey and ketchup LOL.

      Thank you!

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  9. You had me at adorable British boy ;)

    I haven't read this before, but I really loved the title whenever I saw it around. It's kind of nerdy and that makes me very happy :P It's definitely on my tbr now!

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    1. Really, do they even need a marketing campaign for this one? Just plaster those words everywhere and the fans will come running ;)

      Yay nerdy things!

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  10. AAAHHhhhh!!! Yes to Oliver! The cute British boy with a British accent and I also love the family part in this book too!!!!! Glad you loved this book and awesome review!

    Here's my review of the book if you'd like to check it out! :)
    http://forget8me8not.blogspot.com/2011/12/37-book-review-statistical-probability.html

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    1. OLIVER! (Not to be confused with the musical.) Thank you! :) I have your review opened up in a new tab... I will go check it out right away!

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  11. aw this looks sooo adorable. I want to read it. NOW.

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