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Kiss & Tell #3
Just Between Us . . .
THE BOUNTY HUNTER'S BABY
Chad Hogan's tempestuous romance with Hannah McGee flatlined when he gave her a sports car instead of an engagement ring. The last thing the rough-edged loner wanted was to lose the only woman who made him feel alive again. But he hadn't been ready for marriage....
Well, he'd better get ready now.
Because Hannah was back -- and their passion burned brighter than ever. But time hadn't stood still. For she had a babbling eight-month-old baby -- Chad's baby girl -- attached to her hip. Was the brooding bounty hunter finally ready to relinquish his solitary ways and be a full-time family man?
Chad Hogan's tempestuous romance with Hannah McGee flatlined when he gave her a sports car instead of an engagement ring. The last thing the rough-edged loner wanted was to lose the only woman who made him feel alive again. But he hadn't been ready for marriage....
Well, he'd better get ready now.
Because Hannah was back -- and their passion burned brighter than ever. But time hadn't stood still. For she had a babbling eight-month-old baby -- Chad's baby girl -- attached to her hip. Was the brooding bounty hunter finally ready to relinquish his solitary ways and be a full-time family man?
256 pages, Paperback
First published December 1, 2003
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About the author
Tori Carrington
186 books186 followersAuthor Tori Carrington is the penname of husband and wife writing team Lori and Tony Karayianni.
Hands down, penning a bio is always the most difficult writing challenge we take on. What do we say? What do we keep a secret? Considering we've been writing together for over twenty-two years...well, that reveals more about us than anything you'll likely read here. We're fiction writers simply because we enjoy escaping into an exciting, colorful, fictional world of our own making. Take great, shameless pleasure in delving into the lives of others. Revel in living vicariously through our characters, trying on career hats we'd never otherwise put on, stretching muscles we'd probably be better off excercising in reality. We won't even discuss how our writing allows us to voice opinions on society, romance and human sexuality that aren't subject to public ridicule but rather presented as entertainment. To go there, well, we'd be revealing a little too much, now, wouldn't we?
So we'll stick to just the facts, ma'am -- or sir, depending on your preference, which may or may not have anything to do with your sex. Should you desire more information, feel free to e-mail us and we'll provide you with our phone number, or -- our preference -- arrange to meet with you one-on-one where we can learn as much, or perhaps more, about you as you will about us. Depending on our mood, we may spill everything we'd prefer to keep a secret, like which traits we would change about the other if given half a chance. Likewise, we may wisecrack our way through the interview, sprinkle our responses with what we find exciting about our latest book, and blissfully skate over personal details that might bare a little too much.
Trust us, this is not an attempt to create an aura of mystery. We're not quite that saavy. No, we're just very protective of our evolving selves and consider ourselves open-minded, known to change an opinion the moment we voice it or are presented with further information, so we're hesitant to commit any to writing. Guess we're very Socrates-like (as opposed to Socratic) in that way, which isn't altogether a bad thing..
So rather than dictate to you here, we'll lay out the basic facts, then provide a number of links to others who have interviewed us.
I'm (Lori Schlachter Karayianni) a Holy Toledo, Ohio, native, having attended Central Catholic but ultimately graduating from Macomber-Whitney with certification in computer science. After working in the computer industry for a number of years -- and after Tony and I endeavored to write our first novel -- I switched to temp work which ultimately led to a four-year stint as a secretary/sales clerk in the engineering and international sales departments of Owens-Illinois, the international container company that put the "glass" into The Glass City. I put the brakes on before I reached the five-year mark, however, the point of no return for most dreamers who get caught in the corporate trap (more vacation time? Better benefits? Probably I should stay until retirement).
Tony's background couldn't be more different from mine, but thankfully it led him to me. Born in Smila, a small hillside village in the area of Ancient Olympia outside Pyrgos, Greece, (where his family has deep roots and an older brother still maintains the family olive groves) he was raised in Athens during a time of political and cultural upheaval, although neither stopped him from becoming a drummer in a successful pop band that often played with Greek singer Teris Chrysos. He immigrated to the U.S. in late 1976 and with the help of the Greek community achieved the American Dream. Only the hunger for something more, the restless searching that originally compelled him to turn his back on his successful music career and brought him here, remained. It wasn't until after we'd become a couple, and he turned to me and suggested that we try our hand at writing, that both of us discovered the true meaning of th
Hands down, penning a bio is always the most difficult writing challenge we take on. What do we say? What do we keep a secret? Considering we've been writing together for over twenty-two years...well, that reveals more about us than anything you'll likely read here. We're fiction writers simply because we enjoy escaping into an exciting, colorful, fictional world of our own making. Take great, shameless pleasure in delving into the lives of others. Revel in living vicariously through our characters, trying on career hats we'd never otherwise put on, stretching muscles we'd probably be better off excercising in reality. We won't even discuss how our writing allows us to voice opinions on society, romance and human sexuality that aren't subject to public ridicule but rather presented as entertainment. To go there, well, we'd be revealing a little too much, now, wouldn't we?
So we'll stick to just the facts, ma'am -- or sir, depending on your preference, which may or may not have anything to do with your sex. Should you desire more information, feel free to e-mail us and we'll provide you with our phone number, or -- our preference -- arrange to meet with you one-on-one where we can learn as much, or perhaps more, about you as you will about us. Depending on our mood, we may spill everything we'd prefer to keep a secret, like which traits we would change about the other if given half a chance. Likewise, we may wisecrack our way through the interview, sprinkle our responses with what we find exciting about our latest book, and blissfully skate over personal details that might bare a little too much.
Trust us, this is not an attempt to create an aura of mystery. We're not quite that saavy. No, we're just very protective of our evolving selves and consider ourselves open-minded, known to change an opinion the moment we voice it or are presented with further information, so we're hesitant to commit any to writing. Guess we're very Socrates-like (as opposed to Socratic) in that way, which isn't altogether a bad thing..
So rather than dictate to you here, we'll lay out the basic facts, then provide a number of links to others who have interviewed us.
I'm (Lori Schlachter Karayianni) a Holy Toledo, Ohio, native, having attended Central Catholic but ultimately graduating from Macomber-Whitney with certification in computer science. After working in the computer industry for a number of years -- and after Tony and I endeavored to write our first novel -- I switched to temp work which ultimately led to a four-year stint as a secretary/sales clerk in the engineering and international sales departments of Owens-Illinois, the international container company that put the "glass" into The Glass City. I put the brakes on before I reached the five-year mark, however, the point of no return for most dreamers who get caught in the corporate trap (more vacation time? Better benefits? Probably I should stay until retirement).
Tony's background couldn't be more different from mine, but thankfully it led him to me. Born in Smila, a small hillside village in the area of Ancient Olympia outside Pyrgos, Greece, (where his family has deep roots and an older brother still maintains the family olive groves) he was raised in Athens during a time of political and cultural upheaval, although neither stopped him from becoming a drummer in a successful pop band that often played with Greek singer Teris Chrysos. He immigrated to the U.S. in late 1976 and with the help of the Greek community achieved the American Dream. Only the hunger for something more, the restless searching that originally compelled him to turn his back on his successful music career and brought him here, remained. It wasn't until after we'd become a couple, and he turned to me and suggested that we try our hand at writing, that both of us discovered the true meaning of th
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April 3, 2015
Not that bad, but not that good either. It's a so-so book, haha.
It wasn't my intention to finish a Harlequin novel but it's a fast read and I was looking for a fast read today and this just seemed to fit the bill.
The characters are flawed but I like them. Mallory has qualities that remind me of myself such as her penchant for wearing statement shirts and her passion for film. However, most of the time I questioned her choices. Jack on the other hand is a typical Harlequin hero but he didn't quite make an impression to me.
The characters of Layla and Reilly added sugar and spice but their friendship with Jack and Mallory could have been explored further.
I like the mystery and crime-solving aspects but it was a tad bit too predictable and quite...bland :(
The ending was good but, as with usual, it felt hurried.
It wasn't my intention to finish a Harlequin novel but it's a fast read and I was looking for a fast read today and this just seemed to fit the bill.
The characters are flawed but I like them. Mallory has qualities that remind me of myself such as her penchant for wearing statement shirts and her passion for film. However, most of the time I questioned her choices. Jack on the other hand is a typical Harlequin hero but he didn't quite make an impression to me.
The characters of Layla and Reilly added sugar and spice but their friendship with Jack and Mallory could have been explored further.
I like the mystery and crime-solving aspects but it was a tad bit too predictable and quite...bland :(
The ending was good but, as with usual, it felt hurried.
January 4, 2011
Who do you root for in this tepid romance? There's Mallory - I'm the biggest selfish bitch you ever thought about meeting. And there's Jack Daniels - Oh poor me, I'm rich and mommy and daddy didn't express themselves very well.
So these two winning personalities have been carrying on an affair for a couple years behind the backs of their best friends and nobody knew anything? A silly wedding, stupid murderer plot, and unrealistic side characters did nothing to help the story. It's a sorry state of affairs when I like the hero's dog the best. So why two stars and not one? I always add a star for hot sex.
So these two winning personalities have been carrying on an affair for a couple years behind the backs of their best friends and nobody knew anything? A silly wedding, stupid murderer plot, and unrealistic side characters did nothing to help the story. It's a sorry state of affairs when I like the hero's dog the best. So why two stars and not one? I always add a star for hot sex.
May 4, 2017
Leído el 03/10/2011
03 BESOS Y PALABRAS
ENTRE TÚ Y YO
Argumento:
A veces los pequeños secretos podían ser algo apasionante…
Hacía tiempo, Mallory había decidido que el guapísimo Jack era terreno prohibido para ella. Sin embargo, acabó en la cama con él la misma noche que tomó aquella decisión y, desde entonces, no había podido apartar los ojos, ni las manos, de él. Lo que ella no sabía era que su apasionada aventura secreta se les estaba yendo de las manos…
No había modo de describir lo que Jack sentía cuando tenía a Mallory en sus brazos. Pero el sexo prohibido ya no era bastante para él, quería hacer pública su relación. Mallory, sin embargo, prefería seguir manteniéndola en secreto. Pero, con las chispas que ambos generaban cuando estaban juntos, no tardarían en llamar la atención…
03 BESOS Y PALABRAS
ENTRE TÚ Y YO
Argumento:
A veces los pequeños secretos podían ser algo apasionante…
Hacía tiempo, Mallory había decidido que el guapísimo Jack era terreno prohibido para ella. Sin embargo, acabó en la cama con él la misma noche que tomó aquella decisión y, desde entonces, no había podido apartar los ojos, ni las manos, de él. Lo que ella no sabía era que su apasionada aventura secreta se les estaba yendo de las manos…
No había modo de describir lo que Jack sentía cuando tenía a Mallory en sus brazos. Pero el sexo prohibido ya no era bastante para él, quería hacer pública su relación. Mallory, sin embargo, prefería seguir manteniéndola en secreto. Pero, con las chispas que ambos generaban cuando estaban juntos, no tardarían en llamar la atención…
June 7, 2020
HBZ #113 = 2+ stars
September 24, 2020
Didn’t expect this to be so multilayered but it was and it was so good!
January 2, 2011
I like the writing team of Tori Carrington, I really do. I enjoyed You Sexy Thing!, about two sex experts thrown together for a book-signing tour - it was smart and funny and entertaining. But this book, I just didn't like. The writing is good. The premise - two best friends turn lovers - was good. But my total dislike of the main character, Mallory, turned me off completely.
Here's the deal: Mallory is a starving documentary director in Hollywood, California. She's screwing her best friend, Jack, but doesn't want to let any of her other friends know. She expects Jack to run at her beck and call, drop everything, and fetch for her. Coffee. Car service. Sex. Whatever. Mallory is a user, plain and simple. She doesn't deserve a man like Jack. Nope, no way no how.
Here's the deal: Mallory is a starving documentary director in Hollywood, California. She's screwing her best friend, Jack, but doesn't want to let any of her other friends know. She expects Jack to run at her beck and call, drop everything, and fetch for her. Coffee. Car service. Sex. Whatever. Mallory is a user, plain and simple. She doesn't deserve a man like Jack. Nope, no way no how.
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June 1, 2012This book is not good. Firstly, the main female character is pretty much a self centered bitch. Secondly, the fact she is chasing a murderer case that is a clear ripoff of the black dahlia irritated me beyond belief. The male character annoyed the hell out of me as well. The plot line just didn't seem to go anywhere and in and all it was a waste of time. I usually like the husband and wife team that is Tori Carrington, but their earlier novels are awful.
August 3, 2013
so so
January 15, 2026
I liked the chemistry between the leads. It was great to see that Mallory realized dreams can change/ improve and there was no need for a strict timeline. The murder mystery was a nice little bonus.
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