I got "Pleating For Mercy" by Melissa Bourbon and thoroughly enjoyed my introduction to Bliss, Texas. Deciding to check out the author's website I discovered the "Lola" series written as Misa Ramirez.

I have to digress here and state that I read... A LOT. So for me to spend more than $8.00 on a book (especially in digital format) I have to really enjoy it. There are so many methods to obtain literature (audiobooks, libraries, paperbackswap.com) I have to really justify to myself spending on books. (I'm not a cheapskate I just read so much I have to explore all options to get my "fix").

The "Lola" series sounded fun (I am addicted to Stephanie Plum and Izzy Spellman) and just like the type of series I would enjoy. However it's ten bucks on Nook. I decided to download the Christmas prequel novella "The Lola Cruz Christmas Story". Darn, the book was like how people describe drugs from a dealer. Once I had a "taste" of Lola's world I needed more. There is no audio (hint, hint) and I have no patience to wait for paperbackswap.com to get the book to me. So I downloaded it courtesy of the instant satisfaction my Nook provides.

I actually read the book last week. However, I needed to re-read it. The dialogue was so crisp, the banter so great that I had to go back and do it all again. I wanted to make sure I hadn't accidentally skimmed over a witty remark, know with certainty I hadn't missed a single thought Lola had.

Lola (and her family) are relatable and charming. The storyline is inventive and exciting. And with my birthday next week I'm going to treat myself to the next book in the series!