This book reminds of Amanda Stevens' Graveyard Queen series in terms of paranormal elements. Not as good, but solid enough to make me want to read its...moreThis book reminds of Amanda Stevens' Graveyard Queen series in terms of paranormal elements. Not as good, but solid enough to make me want to read its sequel.(less)
I found the first 50 pages a challenge to get through, mainly because SEP has to convince us of why ANYONE would be crazy enough to walk away from a p...moreI found the first 50 pages a challenge to get through, mainly because SEP has to convince us of why ANYONE would be crazy enough to walk away from a perfect husband (not to mention Lucy is a weak character in the beginning), but SEP hits her stride at the quarter mark of this novel, Lucy develops character traits, and SEP carries the story to a satisfying conclusion.(less)
A barrage of characters in the beginning made it challenging to get grounded despite having read a few of the previous novels in this series, but once...moreA barrage of characters in the beginning made it challenging to get grounded despite having read a few of the previous novels in this series, but once you get a grasp of who's who, it's worth the work. I particularly appreciated how much diligence was spent on the falling action/conclusion part of this story as sometimes they can feel rushed.
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"It was a total debacle, as I'm sure you know from all the press." Ted watched her, his easy smile fixed in place, a microscopic nerve jumping at the corner of his eye. She began to enjoy herself. "But Lucy was never the right woman for him. Thanks to me, he knows that now, and frankly, his gratitude would be embarrassing if I weren't so head over heels."
"Gratitude?" Te's voice was tempered steel.
To hell with it. She waved an airy hand and began to embellish with all the skill of her actor-playwright father. "I could play coy and pretend I haven't fallen totally - and I mean totally - in love with him, but I've never been the kind of woman to play games. I through my cards right on the table. It's better in the long run."
"Honesty's an admirable quality," Kenny said, openly enjoying himself.(less)
The beginning of the book was slow and very dense, but once things got going, it was a good read.
Here's an excerpt:
"Tell me what happened with Molly."...moreThe beginning of the book was slow and very dense, but once things got going, it was a good read.
Here's an excerpt:
"Tell me what happened with Molly."
He braced his hip against the edge of the stove. "That kid's a crackerjack. I met her inside when I was making my phone call. She told me some pretty hair-raising things about you."
"Like what?"
"Like the fact that you're keeping her a prisoner in the house. You tear up her mail, put her on bread and water when you're mad at her. And you're slapping her around."
I loved SEP's humour. I found this plot similar to another one of her books, so that was off-putting.
Here's an excerpt I found absolutely hilarious in...moreI loved SEP's humour. I found this plot similar to another one of her books, so that was off-putting.
Here's an excerpt I found absolutely hilarious in the moment:
"Trust me. They'll take the edge off."
"I don't think it's a good idea to take strange medication."
I have to admit... I skimmed a large portion of this book. I'm a Team Aniston all the way, but I just didn't find this book interesting.
***SPOILER!**...moreI have to admit... I skimmed a large portion of this book. I'm a Team Aniston all the way, but I just didn't find this book interesting.
***SPOILER!***
Bram fake!professes his love, gets kneed in the nuts and then realizes he actually does love Georgie? No, the 180 turnabout in 180 words did not work.(less)
Susan Elizabeth Phillips follows a similar formula for each installment of this series, but that in no way detracts from their ability to entertain an...moreSusan Elizabeth Phillips follows a similar formula for each installment of this series, but that in no way detracts from their ability to entertain and tug at the heart strings.
"Isn't there a mirror someplace where you can go admire yourself?" "I've never known a woman so hung up on my good looks." "ALL your women are hung up on your good looks. They just PRETEND it's your personality." "I swear, somebody needs to spank you." "You are, like, so not the man to do it." "You are, like, such a damned brat."(less)
"Dad when into the beer store today," Riley said from the doorway. "He was in his work clothes, and he wasn't wearing any earrings, so nobody recogniz...more"Dad when into the beer store today," Riley said from the doorway. "He was in his work clothes, and he wasn't wearing any earrings, so nobody recognized him."
"Recognized who?" Nita appeared behind her. "That football player? everybody knows he's here." She caught sight of Jack. "Who are you?"
"That's my dad," Riley said quickly. "His name is... Mr. Weasley. Mr. Ron Weasley."(less)
This is my second book by Susan Elizabeth Phillips. I was introduced to her because she's good friends with Jennifer Crusie!
"You're not having sex wit...moreThis is my second book by Susan Elizabeth Phillips. I was introduced to her because she's good friends with Jennifer Crusie!
"You're not having sex with him. I know these guys, and you don't. I'm trusting you about Claudia Reeshman. You need to trust me about Dean Robillard."
She wouldn't let him off that easily. "You're looking for a wife. Maybe I'm just looking for a little fun."
"If you need fun," he shot back, "I'll give you fun."
She was stunned.
A car raced by in the street outside, its radio blaring. They stared at each other. He looked surprised, too. Or maybe not. Slowly, deliberately, the corner of his mouth curled, and she realized the Python was toying with her again.(less)
'Um, Apollo,' said the director's voice in his earpiece. 'Your mouth's hanging open, you haven't said anything for over ten seconds, and you've got, i...more'Um, Apollo,' said the director's voice in his earpiece. 'Your mouth's hanging open, you haven't said anything for over ten seconds, and you've got, if I can believe camera two, what appears to be an almighty erection. Do you want to take five?'
Comments: This is a hilariously original book.(less)
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