Mr. Perfect

by Linda Howard
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Good Books rating 3.5
Crime, Mystery, Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 7457
  • Added: 2025-12-14
  • Updated: 2026-01-16
  • ISBN: 9781451664621
  • Publisher: Simon and Schuster
  • Published: 2011-08-09
  • Formats: 3
  • Reviews: 4

In Linda Howard's electrifying novel, a group of professional women engage in a playful discussion about the qualities of the perfect man, creating a checklist that becomes an overnight sensation. However, their joke turns sinister when one of the women is murdered, and the prime suspect is cleared due to an impenetrable alibi. As a deadly stalker targets the remaining friends, Jaine Bright seeks help from her unpredictable police detective neighbor to solve the puzzle and uncover the truth./n/nThe story blends passion and suspense, with the dream of finding Mr. Perfect turning into a chilling nightmare. The novel is written in Howard's trademark darkly sensual style, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as the friends navigate the dangerous aftermath of their viral list.

Reviews
The Storygraph · 2026-01-16
compelling 3.50

The reviewer enjoyed the witty banter and sexual tension between the main characters, finding the romance to be a highlight of the book. They appreciated the balance of sweetness and tension in the relationship.

This reviewer loved the interactions between Jaine and Sam, highlighting the witty banter, sexual tension, and the right level of sweetness in their relationship. They found the romance to be a standout feature of the book, making it a compelling read. The reviewer also appreciated the balance of suspense and humor, which kept them engaged throughout. They gave the book a high rating, indicating their overall satisfaction with the story.

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    I like every interaction between Jaine (female lead) and Sam (male lead) - there is that witty banter, sexual tension, and right level of sweetness

    The romance in this book was incredible.

    The mystery kept me on the edge of my seat.

Cannonball Read · Pooja · 2023-01-12
engaging 4.00

The book is fast-paced and engaging, with a straightforward central story that keeps the reader hooked. The reviewer enjoyed the witty banter and sexual tension between the main characters.

Pooja found Mr. Perfect to be a fast-paced and engaging read, despite its length. They appreciated the straightforward central story and the witty banter and sexual tension between the main characters. The reviewer enjoyed the balance of romance, suspense, and humor, making it a compelling read. They also noted that the book was easy to get into and hard to put down, with a satisfying conclusion.

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    This is a pretty long book, but so fast-paced that I read it quite quickly.

    The central story is pretty straightforward, and though we get a lot of backstory, it's easy to get into and hard to put down.

    The romance in this book was incredible. I loved Sam & Jaine together.

Reddit - RomanceBooks · 2020-08-03
disappointing 2.00

The book was not to the reviewer's taste, but they acknowledge it might appeal to others. They found the tone and genre not to their liking.

This reviewer did not enjoy Mr. Perfect, stating it was not their cup of tea. They acknowledged that different people have different tastes and that the book might appeal to others. The reviewer found the tone and genre of the book not to their liking, particularly the romantic suspense elements. However, they did not dismiss the book entirely, recognizing that it might be enjoyable for readers who prefer this type of story.

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    Mr. Perfect was just not my cup of tea.

    We all have different tastes so I'm not here to say it was a completely bad book in general.

    I need romantic suspense recommendations please! I felt like the tone of MR. PERFECT was not for me.

All About Romance · 2017-12-07
delightful 4.50

The book is a terrific read that blends romantic comedy with suspense. The characters and their chemistry are highlighted as particularly delightful.

This reviewer found Mr. Perfect to be a fantastic blend of romantic comedy and suspense, making it a terrific read. They were nearly giddy with delight, praising the book's ability to balance humor and suspense seamlessly. The chemistry between the main characters was particularly highlighted as a standout feature, making the romance feel both believable and engaging. The reviewer also appreciated the witty remarks and lines that added to the overall enjoyment of the story.

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    Linda Howard's foray into big-time romantic comedy has paid off, and how.

    Mr. Perfect is a terrific read, and I'm nearly giddy with delight.

    The romance in this book was incredible.

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