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Married by Monday (The Weekday Brides #2)
by
Catherine Bybee (Goodreads Author)
Carter Billings:
Sandy blond hair and Hollywood good looks, Carter Billings could have any woman he wants. However, when he makes his bid for the Governor's seat in the state of California, he needs to settle down and become a family man. Eliza, the woman he secretly adores, embodies the perfect amount of spice and passion to suit his marital needs, but she’s not intereste...more
Sandy blond hair and Hollywood good looks, Carter Billings could have any woman he wants. However, when he makes his bid for the Governor's seat in the state of California, he needs to settle down and become a family man. Eliza, the woman he secretly adores, embodies the perfect amount of spice and passion to suit his marital needs, but she’s not intereste...more
Paperback, First, 270 pages
Published
June 5th 2012
by Catherine Bybee
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As most of you know by now, I am a wholehearted romantic. I had the first book in this series, but hadn't had an opportunity to read it. Then this tour came along and gave me my chance. So, I read the first book and enjoyed it, so I was looking forward to seeing what book 2 had in store for me. I really liked this book. It had all the romance and more.
One of things I liked the most about this book was Eliza's unexpected background. I would have never guessed that her back story was so interesti...more
One of things I liked the most about this book was Eliza's unexpected background. I would have never guessed that her back story was so interesti...more
Eliza has a dangerous secret, but it doesn't stop her from helping out Carter Billings. She might fight with him every time she gets around him, but he is still a friend. Carter was quick to offer marriage when he finds out her appearance at a press conference for him threatened her security. Suddenly, Eliza and Carter are spending a lot of time with each other and they are not fighting. :D
I loved this book! I knew when I started it I wouldn't be able to put it down. I couldn't wait though and...more
I have been waiting for this book release since reading Wife by Wednesday. I have been cheering Catherine on via Twitter and following her writing process has been amazing. So excited this was released a few days early. This book is such a quick exciting read, I was able to finish it before the official release date.
Catherine did not disappoint with her blend of love, intrigue and mystery. I found myself holding my breath waiting just like the characters for the next surprise whether it be sex,...more
Catherine did not disappoint with her blend of love, intrigue and mystery. I found myself holding my breath waiting just like the characters for the next surprise whether it be sex,...more
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★★★★☆ (This is a review of the audiobook.) Tanya Eby does another nice job here; I liked her female voice for Eliza and her English accent for Blake’s sister, Gwen*. I could also tell when a character was thinking something and not saying it aloud. I’m not crazy over her male voices, even though she can handle them within her alto range. But, then, most female readers can’t satisfy me on that front.
The “bickering” between the hero and heroine was kept to a minimum at the beginning of the book a...more
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This is the second book in the Weekday Brides series and is about Carter Billings, Mr. Hollywood handsome who is also running for governor of the state of California, and Eliza Havens, Samantha's partner at Alliance and who is hiding a LOT of secrets.
I think you really need to read the first book, Wife by Wednesday, before this book to really "get" everything that is going on. It would help you understand the initial set-up of the story, where Carter and Eliza are in Texas, helping their friend...more
I think you really need to read the first book, Wife by Wednesday, before this book to really "get" everything that is going on. It would help you understand the initial set-up of the story, where Carter and Eliza are in Texas, helping their friend...more
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Married by Monday is an amazingly well-written romance novel with mystery and suspense to boot. A definite page-turner!
Catherine has written two wonderful characters in Eliza and Carter; Eliza is such a resilient young woman and Carter is someone you will fall in love with, handsome, loyal, caring and devoted; a perfect alpha hero.
I loved the way Carter and Eliza's relation developed through the book; they were an amazing couple who stood by and supporte...more
Married by Monday is an amazingly well-written romance novel with mystery and suspense to boot. A definite page-turner!
Catherine has written two wonderful characters in Eliza and Carter; Eliza is such a resilient young woman and Carter is someone you will fall in love with, handsome, loyal, caring and devoted; a perfect alpha hero.
I loved the way Carter and Eliza's relation developed through the book; they were an amazing couple who stood by and supporte...more
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Getting married every single year was becoming a pain in the ass. Especially for the maid of honor.
Being the maid-of-honor to the third wedding of Eliza Haven's best friend Samantha is what starts everything. Well, that and a fight outside a bar to protect Gwen, Sam’s sister-in-law; because the fight puts in jeopardy Carter Billings’ chances of being elected the next Governor of California. So Carter asks Eliza to marry him.
Getting married fixes...more
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Getting married every single year was becoming a pain in the ass. Especially for the maid of honor.
Being the maid-of-honor to the third wedding of Eliza Haven's best friend Samantha is what starts everything. Well, that and a fight outside a bar to protect Gwen, Sam’s sister-in-law; because the fight puts in jeopardy Carter Billings’ chances of being elected the next Governor of California. So Carter asks Eliza to marry him.
Getting married fixes...more
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All her characters are charming, in many amazing ways; didn't expect to be a quite entertaining novel (in fact, both of them).
Love Carter, more than Lord Harrison.
I hope she continues writing Gwen & Neil's story.
Love Carter, more than Lord Harrison.
I hope she continues writing Gwen & Neil's story.
Married by Monday is another winner in my "book". (Hardy Har Har) I cannot believe that I have never found Catherine's books until Friday May 24th 2013!!! I have read 4 of the 5 books I got since then and I have not been disappointed ONCE!
I am not going to disclose a lot of information because it will just ruin it for you. (I didn't read ANY of the long winded reviews on any of her books just for this reason alone. I was too scared I would read something that would make me look for it in the boo...more
I am not going to disclose a lot of information because it will just ruin it for you. (I didn't read ANY of the long winded reviews on any of her books just for this reason alone. I was too scared I would read something that would make me look for it in the boo...more
If you're looking for a sexy romance combined with a suspensful plot twist, then this is the book you need to get.
I adored the first book in this series "Wife by Wednesday," so I was very excited when "Married by Monday" came out. I admit I had some reservations about how this story would be different than your typical marriage of convenience trope, especially since the first book was so great in my opinion. But to my relief and reading enjoyment, it was!
I also have to admit it took me a few pag...more
I adored the first book in this series "Wife by Wednesday," so I was very excited when "Married by Monday" came out. I admit I had some reservations about how this story would be different than your typical marriage of convenience trope, especially since the first book was so great in my opinion. But to my relief and reading enjoyment, it was!
I also have to admit it took me a few pag...more
Ok, 4.5 but so close it doesn't really count...
Catherine Bybee books are the reason normal, work-a-day people love to read. They will always deliver a great story, a sizzling fun romance and a way to escape the dolldrums of the moment and fall in love all over again!
In this, the second in a series, we get to know the fiesty partner in the marriage making business, Eliza, along with her nemesis/crush, Carter Billings. The sparks are combustible each and every time they hit the page together but E...more
Catherine Bybee books are the reason normal, work-a-day people love to read. They will always deliver a great story, a sizzling fun romance and a way to escape the dolldrums of the moment and fall in love all over again!
In this, the second in a series, we get to know the fiesty partner in the marriage making business, Eliza, along with her nemesis/crush, Carter Billings. The sparks are combustible each and every time they hit the page together but E...more
Can I just say Married by Monday was "smartphone" amazing too? Haha. I read every word of Wife by Wednesday on my cell phone in one sitting. My eyes didn't go crazy. I didn't get sleepy. I was just completely enthralled and couldn't stop.
When I started reading Married by Monday in the late evening, I knew I was in for an all nighter. As if I was going to be able to go to sleep and finish it in the morning. Somewhere around 3am, my netbook decided to update and restart, my Nook was downstairs, s...more
When I started reading Married by Monday in the late evening, I knew I was in for an all nighter. As if I was going to be able to go to sleep and finish it in the morning. Somewhere around 3am, my netbook decided to update and restart, my Nook was downstairs, s...more
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I started this book without even realizing that I had read (and quite liked) its predecessor, Wife by Wednesday. When I made the realization, I hoped it would be as good.
It was.
In fact, it was better.
Ms. Bybee writes authentic situations and expresses the good and the bad in such an equal way; making no excuses and leaving us to care for her characters because of their strengths, not because of drama stirred up by their weaknesses. Furthermore, the relationship is entirely believable and there a...more
It was.
In fact, it was better.
Ms. Bybee writes authentic situations and expresses the good and the bad in such an equal way; making no excuses and leaving us to care for her characters because of their strengths, not because of drama stirred up by their weaknesses. Furthermore, the relationship is entirely believable and there a...more
May 19, 2013
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'Married by Monday' is the second book in The Weekday Brides series and tells Carter and Eliza's story.
Different from book 1, where the couple got to know each other while married, Carter and Eliza spend time knowing each other before they finally tie the knot; which I really enjoyed because it was fun and nice watching their slowly falling in love without them realizing it.
Also, whereas 'Wife by Wednesday' was light and sweet, this one had suspense and somewhat serious issues when it cam...more
'Married by Monday' is the second book in The Weekday Brides series and tells Carter and Eliza's story.
Different from book 1, where the couple got to know each other while married, Carter and Eliza spend time knowing each other before they finally tie the knot; which I really enjoyed because it was fun and nice watching their slowly falling in love without them realizing it.
Also, whereas 'Wife by Wednesday' was light and sweet, this one had suspense and somewhat serious issues when it cam...more
Really cute story, thought cover picture was a bit cheesy but story turned out better than expected. Common marriage of convenience plot line, but pleasant unexpected suspensful storylines. Really came to enjoy characters too, Carter was your loveable boy next door, wealthy billionaire, with honorable intentions and sexy image. Easily devoured over 2-3 days, well worth reading.
I have to say that I liked this book. It was a love story happy ending which is the type of story I need when I want a little positive in my life. I will read the entire series no doubt. I gave it only three stars because it didn't 'grab' me right away, it wasn't a 'CAN'T PUT IT DOWN' book, and I don't think this is a book that I would tell someone "Oh my God, you have to read this!". But for me, it's an easy three star. I'm just not in a rush to read the entire series at once.
I read this on my...more
I read this on my...more
I hadn't read the first in this series before I started Married by Monday. I quickly sought out Wife by Wednesday and devoured the book. I'm a stickler for reading books in order. While I do recommend the first book in the series, I don't think it is necessary to read it before Married by Monday. This can definitely hold up as a stand alone novel.
I loved Carter and Eliza together. Therir banter was amusing and really showed the sexual tension between the two. While their mariage is one of conven...more
I loved Carter and Eliza together. Therir banter was amusing and really showed the sexual tension between the two. While their mariage is one of conven...more
fun story
MyReview:
I did not realize how suspenseful and really amazing this book was going to be from the story description and cover, but I LOVED THIS BOOK!! This is book #2 in the series and I haven't read book #1. It did not affect my enjoyment of this book at all.
The couple in this book are friends with the couple who I assume are the H/h of bk#1. Every year that couple renews their vows. This year, they are doing so down in Texas. Through a series of events Eliza and one of her friends, Gwen (who I'...more
I did not realize how suspenseful and really amazing this book was going to be from the story description and cover, but I LOVED THIS BOOK!! This is book #2 in the series and I haven't read book #1. It did not affect my enjoyment of this book at all.
The couple in this book are friends with the couple who I assume are the H/h of bk#1. Every year that couple renews their vows. This year, they are doing so down in Texas. Through a series of events Eliza and one of her friends, Gwen (who I'...more
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I was eagerly anticipating this story after loving Bybee's first Weekday Brides book, Wife by Wednesday, and I was not disappointed! What a wonderful story about family, friendship and the choices one has to make even though they may be some of the most difficult and scary that you'll face in life. Sometimes trusting and taking the biggest leaps are the ones that end up changing your life for the better.
The story is filled with romance and suspense as the main characters, Carter and Eliza, embar...more
The story is filled with romance and suspense as the main characters, Carter and Eliza, embar...more
Update on my rewiew: Oh this is one interesting and well written novels. The story is good and the fact that its arranged wedding makes it even better! (reminds me of how arranged marriages were soo common in the centuries past)
I really liked that this book didn’t deal with the whole marriage contract thing as the first book did... which helped keep it from being a complete déjà vu of the first book... although the marriage still wasn't for love... at least not that either would admit... but it was a really interesting story… where so many romance novels (that I admit to still enjoy) rely on a ridiculous story lines and curtains rustling in the night... this one actually had a decent plot... it wasn’t absurd or really...more
It took me a while to read this book, only because my kindle was giving me problems.
Carter and Eliza’s story was amazing. You can see their chemistry everywhere. I loved that Ms. Bybee didn’t made Eliza insecure about her body as almost all writers do when pairing their heroine with a gorgeous man. Carter was a dream. The perfect gentleman, the perfect catch, the perfect lover, the perfect friend, the perfect husband, WOW… Carter was perfect.
There was a lot of fun in this book, it was great see...more
Carter and Eliza’s story was amazing. You can see their chemistry everywhere. I loved that Ms. Bybee didn’t made Eliza insecure about her body as almost all writers do when pairing their heroine with a gorgeous man. Carter was a dream. The perfect gentleman, the perfect catch, the perfect lover, the perfect friend, the perfect husband, WOW… Carter was perfect.
There was a lot of fun in this book, it was great see...more
If you liked Wife by Wednesday, you'll enjoy this one too! A fun read that is perfect for the beach!
I've enjoyed reading the book 2 of the Weekday Bride series. More romance, drama, surprises, suspense than book 1. And not to mention, a longer story this time. Love the chemistry between Carter and Eliza. I've laughed most of their each other's bickering, they made me smile. The reuniting of Sam and her father made me cry, we've felt the pain Sam had undergone in the first book and making amends between a father and a daughter at the end was what I'd look forward to. And a glimpse of the life o...more
Loved the story plot and the chemistry between Carter and Eliza! Great summer read!
I've become a true Catherine Bybee fan and can't get enough of her books. I really liked this book and what I really liked about it was that there was more than the love story and the dance on how they come together. Yes, a great romance is a fun read and Catherine does it perfectly. This book had another whole intriguing story line which just brought that much more to the love story. I'm sure there are spoilers with other reviews so I won't go there but so far, the Bride Series is 2 for 2 for m...more
Aug 07, 2012
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MARRIED BY MONDAY, by Catherine Bybee, is a cute and engaging story about two people who need each other more than they know. Eliza and Carter have kept their distance whenever possible throughout the years, even though their best friends are married to each other. Years of sarcasm and witty banter have kept Eliza and Carter at arms length but circumstances beyond their control force them into a marriage of convenience and possibly love...
I enjoyed this book so much! I loved Wife by Wednesday an...more
I enjoyed this book so much! I loved Wife by Wednesday an...more
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Winner of the More Than Magic Award for Paranormal romance 2011
Catherine Bybee has been addicted to books for as long as she can remember. With the love of reading romance novels came the desire to write them as well. Creating worlds where...more
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USA Today Bestselling Author
Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author
Amazon #1 Bestselling Author
#1 IndieReader Bestselling Author
Winner of the More Than Magic Award for Paranormal romance 2011
Catherine Bybee has been addicted to books for as long as she can remember. With the love of reading romance novels came the desire to write them as well. Creating worlds where...more
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