All I Want

Animal Magnetism #7

by Jill Shalvis

Pilot-for-hire Zoe Stone is happy to call Sunshine, Idaho, her home base. But her quiet life is thrown for a loop when her brother’s friend Parker comes to stay with her for a week. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife special agent is a handsome flirt with a gift for getting under her skin. And the situation only escalates when Parker hires her to fly him around the area while he collects evidence on a suspected smuggler.

Now she has to live and work with the guy. But when they’re in the air, she sees another side of him. He’s driven, focused, and sharp. And while he enjoys giving commentary on her blind dates, she quickly realizes with a shock that it’s Parker who gets her engines going...

Genres: Romance, Contemporary Romance, Contemporary, Audiobook, Chick Lit, Fiction, Adult

298 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 6, 2015

About the author

New York Times and USA Today, and Amazon Top 100 bestselling author Jill Shalvis writes laugh-out-loud, swoon-filled contemporary romance and romantic comedies brimming with madcap adventures, shenanigans, and sexy times (just don’t tell her mom). She’s sold more than 20 million copies worldwide, and when she’s not writing, you can usually find her indulging in coffee, chocolate, or plotting her next happily ever after. She lives in a small mountain town near Lake Tahoe full of quirky characters (any resemblance to the ones in her books is mostly coincidental).

Look for Jill's bestselling, award-winning novels wherever books are sold. Visit http://www.jillshalvis.com for a complete book list and fun blog detailing her city-girl-living-in-the-mountains adventures.

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Reviews

[Ⓐlleskelle - That ranting lady ッ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Setp 12/2016 : Only $1.99 right now on AMZ instead of $7.99 !

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️5 STARS⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️



I’ve said it many times, but let it be said once more! Jill Shalvis is my happy place!
She’s one of the very few authors who can give me happy feels from page one to the end of the book.

Her Animal Magnetism series is in my opinion the next best thing next to her Lucky Harbor series. An imaginary world that I only wish was true, and knowing that if it was I would move there in a minute.

Me and some other addict friends actually have it all figured out.

I would open a bakery, (not sure if in Lucky Harbor or Jackson at this point, my guess is either.) my friends would open a paper goods shop and a bookstore, and we would all meet our caring alphas there.

Sigh.
I can really picture it, lol!



Jill Shalvis’ books are full of good feels and fantasy material. Take her men for example, I know the trend in romance books seems to be the Jerk kind, the Alpha Asshole, (they’re a thing, let me tell you.) but get this, Jill Shalvis does not indulge in this particular kind. Her Alphas are what I like to think of The Real Deal. Caring, funny, cocky, arrogant, protective, honorable, sexy… Her men are all that. Without never, ever, falling into the “asshole” category.

It’s safe to say that All I Want was yet another success from Jill Shalvis, as she beautifully and skillfully delivered here a swooning, sexy and hilarious story!

♦︎A mistaken case of identity.♦︎

Now get this, Zoe Stone is a… PILOT. How kick-ass is that? You will fall in love with Zoe, sassy and independent young woman, for many years she took care of her younger brother and sister, their parents, diplomats for the US government have been stationed out of the country for a long time now. She inherited from their grandparents house in Jackson, Idaho, where the 3 siblings grew up and lived over the last years.

Now on her own, she’s ready to date again and envisage her future in a relationship. The book opens on the night of her first blind date, courtesy of her little hellion of a sister.

Holy crap on a stick—he’s hot for a guy named Newman.

Special Agent Parker James, is on forced vacation leave after his last operation went down, causing the life of his partner. Stubborn man, he can’t force himself to listen to the orders he received to not follow the trail that would lead him to the men responsible for his partner death. Trail that led him near Jackson, Idaho. And what a happy coincidence, his best friend, Wyatt Stone lives there and deftly proposed him to stay at his old house, as in Zoe’s house.

Here starts the impromptu and full of surprises co-living between Parker and Zoe. Chemistry was instant between our roommates and I loved the slow burn romance Shalvis delivered here, SO GOOD! And hilarious!



Imagine an instant, you, living with a sexy as sin stranger in your old house, no locks on the bathroom door, I mean, you can imagine some serious bathroom shenanigans, right? No? Here are some inspirational gifs for you. (also, HOTTEST shower scene EVER)

You have a handled in there. Do you ever use it when you think of me?

Another thing to consider with the Animal Magnetism series. The animals. They’re just as important as the main characters, and Jill Shalvis will not only make you laugh and swoon, she will get you to care about her animals. I loved the dog and the cats in this book. Oreo alone played a huge part in the relieving comedy moments and I truly fell in love with this dog.

I loved everything in All I Want, the inner thoughts of Zoe, snarky and quirky heroine, the all around good guy vibe from Parker, the steamy sex scenes, the banter… All of it!

All I Want was a great mix of romance, suspense and feel good times, it sure will leave you with a huge grin on your face and a need for more, more of Jill Shalvis men. (Overindulging is recommended!)

“All I Want” can be read as a standalone, however, I cannot recommend you enough to read the previous book in this series, all will put a smile on your face and flutters in your heart.

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[Stacey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love can turn want into need.

I started All I Want at 5:30 this morning, with hubby sleeping peacefully beside me. It's my quiet reading time before I start the day...well it's normally quiet. The beginning was funny and I was struggling to keep my giggles quiet, which then turned into snorts, which then turned into hiccups. So my quiet reading time didn't end up so quiet after all. At least I started my day with a big smile on my face.

Zoe meets Parker when she practically throws herself at him. Zoe is a pilot struggling to refurb the old family home, pay off her study debts and give herself a life. Up till now her brother and sister were her main focus, but with them moving out and finding their own HEA's, Zoe realises she needs to make some changes. First change, she wants to go on dates.

Timing is everything and Parker realises it when a beautiful woman throws herself at him. Wyatt, Zoe's brother and Parker's mate has organised for him to stay with her while he's on a break from work. Parker has been forced to take time off work when one of his cases goes bad and a fellow officer is killed. His work involves chasing down poachers and traffickers of wild and nearly extinct animals. He finds it too hard to completely shut off from work.

These two have great chemistry that they try to deny. Parker doesn't want to hurt Zoe, but knows a relationship won't work because of his job. Zoe is hesitant, because she's had bad relationships that ended because of lies and she knows Parker has secrets. Eventually they succumb...and they are HOT together. It was obvious to me from the time Oreo and Bonnie and Clyde accepted Parker, they were meant to be together.

Both Zoe and Parker have some family issues. I do not like Zoe's parents at all. Parker's family issues show us a side to Parker that was very sweet. It made me like him even more.

This was another great Jill Shalvis story with lovable characters and a sweet storyline. These are not hard books to read. They flow so smoothly, with no angst filled plots to make you pull your hair out. A comfort read, a sweet read and a returning home type of read that left me smiling.

[S.M. West · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 "I've got this" STARS

Love Jill Shalvis and her feel good reads. While part of a series, I read this as a standalone and had no problem following along.

Zoe is a strong, independent woman and I just loved that she was a pilot. What I found hilarious was her inability to fix anything in her house! She has an old fix-her-upper inherited from her grandparents and while she has the tenacity to want to do things on her own...she was a complete disaster. I couldn't help but laugh out loud!



Then there's yummy Parker James. A friend of Zoe's brother who is supposed to be taking a leave (vacation) from his job, a special agent for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife. But we quickly learn that he's not taking a break, he's there trying to track down his nemesis and big time criminal poacher. Parker was a flirt and had both Zoe and myself weak in the knees.



I mean come on, what woman in her right mind wouldn't fall for a man who has a rescue dog, who hates men, loving up to him in a nano-second? And who takes in two adorable kittens just to ease the tears and heartbreak of a little girl? That alone had me all gooey for him!



This was a great, fast and fun read. The chemistry between Zoe and Parker is great



and while neither plan on a relationship, they both can't deny the growing bond. If you like light read that leaves you with a goofy grin, then you must read this!



***An ARC generously provided by author in exchange for an honest review.***

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[Anna's Herding Cats · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reviewed for herding cats & burning soup.
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Really, does it get any better than a Jill Shalvis book? I mean...I just. No. The word you're looking for is no! lol All I Want...so had me rocking one of those goofy smiles. It was sweet, sexy and made me bust out laughing more than once in an *fluffs hair* oh-so-ladylike-way, of course. And I loved every second of it as Parker and Zoe played house, raised some kittens and basically drove each other a spot crazy. It was totally one of those make you sigh, gasp and gigglesnort reads.

1. Parker. Is. Lickable. Total mansicle. I dare you to read about this guy and not wanna give him a good ol' lick. His job is to track down poachers and protect animals. Freaking. Loved. Him.

2. Awesome, awesome heroine. Zoe is not your typical heroine and I love that. She's...a pilot! It's nice seeing a heroine in that type of field. She's pretty independent and always wanting to do things on her own but not in an annoying way. She was charming and likable even if a destroyer of cookies.

3. OMG the #HerdBabes! They're amazing. And a guy hanging with kittens and a nervous rescue dog..Sweet Mary! I am all in a swoon! Shalvis writes the funniest, sweetest critters and they were utterly adorable and add such a fun element to the story.

4. There's some suspense even! With Parker's job he brings in a little bit of a dangerous element. He's supposed to be on leave but he's a total workaholic and seeker of justice so...that doesn't last long.

5. Nommy sex. Whew! The tension and passion will give a girl lovely little hot flashes. *nods head*

6. And the secondary characters! That's one of the things I love best about Shalvis. Not only does she deliver a stellar make-your-toes-curl romance but the added in community and friends really make for an amazing read. I loved all of the moments with past characters who had already gotten their HEAs and future ones that made appearances. They just make the book feel like coming home.

Shalvis is one of the most brilliant romance writers out there. If you've not picked one of her books up yet you are so missing out. They'll make you swoon and have you begging for more.


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Status Updates

7/23 pg 104--I need an Oreo dog and a Parker, please! Oh she needs to jump him soon!

7/23 pg 1--Eeps. Here we go!

7/22 Oh oh! Look at that pretty the yummy UPS man just delivered. Thanks to the ladies at Penguin! The temptation. Oh the temptation to read this one RIGHT NOW! lol

Reviewing for herding cats & burning soup.

[Claire · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 - "No worries, I've got this." Stars!

Book seven in Jill Shalvis’ Animal Magnetism series starts off with an erroneous kiss, and builds on that initial contact as the story between Zoe and Parker progresses. It is the first book I have read from this series, and it can absolutely be read as a standalone.



I read a lot of books, and I can honestly say that there are only two authors that I know I can go back to time and time again, and pick up any of the many books they have written, read and never come away disappointed. I only discovered this author’s work recently, but I already have the feeling after two books that she is quite likely to become number three on that list.

”With you I’m never hard to get. I’m just hard.”

You can tell when reading this book that the characters of Sunshine, Idaho and the couples that the author has created are going to be a group that you are going to be happy revisiting time and time again. Not just romance, this book focuses on Parker’s need to bring to justice the criminal that bought about the death of one of his colleagues. Supposedly on personal leave his arrival in Sunshine, is more than just a coincidence as it is also close to the place that the man he is hunting was last seen.

”Time to fill in some blanks, Mr. Mysterious.”

I really liked Zoe and Parker together, their chemistry went from simmer to boil very quickly, and the verbal sparring between them kept me entertained enormously. Add in a dog that barks and farts, two errant kittens and a cast of likeable and relatable characters and this is a really well rounded and easy to get engrossed in romance.

”With you I’m more unsure than I’ve ever been.”

Another series I have dipped into late, and cannot wait to settle in and read the preceding books as well as any future releases, there were characters in this book that you can tell have stories to be told, and I look forward to reading them.

ARC generously provided via Netgalley, it was my absolute pleasure to provide the above honest review.

[WhiskeyintheJar · Rating 3 out of 5]

First off, the book stars Oreo, a Bernese Mountain dog. That's a Lab, I'm fairly certain, on the cover. No. Give me the right doggie. And as long as we are making wishes, give me a Rottweiler. In the story and on the cover.

Anyway, not trying to say it in a rude way but if you've read one Jill Shalvis, you've more or less read them all. Late 20s early 30s heroine, some mish mash of getting life together or down on luck combined with been burned by guy before or stone-walled from poopy parents. Hero is mid-thirties, mish mash of uniform job, poopy parents, recovering from harrowing incident from said uniform job, and sweetly alpha. A meet-cute follows by funny conversations, sexy encounters, and the heroine put in a precarious situation. The characters are always affable and I always end up smiling over something. This one followed the formula and I liked it.

The formula works because it's a glazed donut, no one turns down a glazed donut, they're delicious. They take the edge off but rarely do they blow your socks off. There have been Shalvis books I've liked more than others but usually they fall into the good category. Which is not a complaint but it's not a thunderous standing ovation either. They are a glazed donut to me, they get the job down but they're no Ain't That a Peach fritter (Voodoo Donuts reference ;) either.

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

All I Want is the seventh installment in Jill Shalvis's adult contemporary romance series titled: Animal Magnetism. This is the first novel I have read by Ms. Shalvis and also my first experience with this series. From my understanding (and this reading experience), each book in this series can be read as a standalone novel.

This story features romance, a bit of thriller/suspense, mild family drama, and one sweet old dog. As far as romances go, it was OK. I liked the case of mistaken identity, the slow burn of attraction, and the addition of the suspense element, but as a whole, All I Want didn't wow me. I most likely won't be continuing this series but I'm sure established fans will be happy to find another book has been added. If you love reading romance and enjoy finding new-to-you authors, then give this book a try. You never know, it might have your name written all over it!

My favorite quote:
“He doesn’t seem that nervous to me,” Parker said. Oreo farted audibly. Zoe fanned the air. “See? Nervous.” Parker laughed. “My guess would be he’s eaten some of your cookies.”

[Woman Reading (is away exploring) · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ☆

All I Want wraps up the story of the last unattached Stone sibling, big sister Zoe, who had been acting in loco parentis for the past two decades.

She spent a lot of time letting people see only what she wanted them to—a hardworking professional woman on top of her game.

Her younger brother and sister have recently established permanent romantic relationships, and now it's Zoe's turn. She's told Darcy to pass along the word that she's amenable to blind dates with the local men.

She instead meets Parker James, Wyatt's college friend who needs temporary lodgings in the Stone family's rickety Victorian house. Parker is on medical leave from his enforcement position with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and recovering from an injury during a bust gone awry. But Parker has no intention of accepting inactivity when he has a hot tip that his major criminal target is in Idaho. And it's so helpful that Zoe is a pilot which provides him with a way to conduct surreptitious reconnaissance of a remote site, not that he's admitting any of this to his boss back in D.C. or to Zoe.

And Parker, for all his bad-boy, cowboy ‘tude and cocky swagger, wasn’t anything close to transparent. At all. And that made him downright dangerous to her.

All I Want falls under the contemporary romance category not romantic suspense, so Parker's illicit investigation does not overwhelm the storyline. And their burgeoning relationship is frequently punctuated by colorful animal vignettes, especially about Oreo, Zoe's tubby Bernese mountain dog.

How the hell was she supposed to keep her heart safe when he was nice to her silly dog and he saved kittens and he fixed the things in her house that were broken while pretending not to in order to save her own damn pride?

And never mind his eyes and how they seemed to heat when he looked at her. She'd never experienced anything like it, really.

All I Want is another entertaining installment by Shalvis and an improvement over its predecessor, Still the One. I really like the Stone siblings and their relationship dynamics. One small gripe is again the inaccurate book cover. They’re in landlocked Idaho, nowhere close to a big body of water as depicted, and Zoe's dog is a Bernese mountain dog, not a sleek Labrador retriever.

#5 Then Came You 3.5 ☆
#6 Still the One 2.5 ☆

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Jill Shalvis book is like a warm hug that turns into a hot guy squeezing your butt. A little sweet and a little naughty.

If it wasn’t for having to work a 12 hour shift this past Saturday I would have read All I Want in one sitting. Both Zoe and Parker are likable characters. They are the oldest siblings in their family and they are use to taking care of everyone around them.

Zoe has parent issues, her parents were globe trotters that let her raise her younger brother and sister (who got their HEAs in earlier books). But now it’s Zoe’s turn to find her HEA. That’s when Parker, her brother’s buddy from college shows up on her door step.

Parker has a dangerous job hunting big game poachers. He’s in Sunshine for some R&R after getting ran over by a truck in the line of duty. But he’s not looking for a vacation or a relationship. But when he knocks on Zoe’s door he gets more than he was looking for in a temporary landlord. WAY MUCH MORE. Like a farting Bernese mountain dog named Oreo, two wall climbing kittens and one sexy lady pilot that needs help with not only fixing her old house but her love life.

All I wanted to do was lock myself up in a quite room to read All I Want by Jill Shalvis. It made me laugh, hot under the collar and sniffle a little. All the perfect feels when reading a romance book.

I can’t wait to see who gets a book next. I’m betting on either the sexy Sunshine Sheriff, Kel or Zoe’s business partner, Joe.

SEXY QUOTES:

“Don’t play hard to get now,” she whispered, and he laughed.

“Zoe,” he said in that early-morning sexy guy voice, “with you, I’m never hard to get. I’m just hard.”



“Maybe we should keep some distance until you go. A foot seems about right.”

He rubbed the scruff on his jaw, clearly working up a smile, trying to match her tone. “You think a foot of space is enough?”

She smiled. “I think anything over about nine inches should do it.”

[Jess · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet read - I really enjoyed Zoe. She's a bit of a walking disaster, especially when it comes to fixing her home, or trying to fix things. She puts herself in funny situations that had me smiling through the whole book.

Parker is yummy. He's good friends with Zoe's brother and is renting a room in Zoe's home while he's officially/unofficially on leave from work. He's really still working a case but never thought he'd fall for Zoe, her adorable dog Oreo and two trouble-making kittens.

The story was low on angst (love that), high on smiles and laughs and of course Shalvis brings the sexy for this couple. I was looking for a fun, easy, laugh out loud contemporary and All I Want fits the bill perfectly.

[Manda Collins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great addition to Jill Shalvis's Sunshine, Idaho series pitting career-driven Fish & Wildlife Service Investigating Agent Parker James against his best friend's sister, Zoe, a charter pilot with a soft spot for strays. When Zoe's brother Wyatt asks her to put up his college buddy for a couple of weeks, she agrees because she needs the money. But the instant attraction between them is some neither of them were looking for: Zoe because she's been burned before, and Parker because he's married to his job. What unfold is a fun, sexy, funny romp with surprising emotion. I loved the banter between Parker and Zoe and the addition of two mischievous kittens and an opportunistic dog made it even better. Looking forward to the next Sunshine adventure. Fingers crossed it's a match between hottie sheriff, Kel, and girl next door, Manda!

[Linda (un)Conventional Bookworms · Rating 5 out of 5]

*I received a free ARC of All I Want from Berkley via Netgalley in exchange of an honest and unbiased review*

All I Want is a tense and beautiful contemporary romance with realistic and complex characters, including Parker's younger sister who had Down's syndrome.

This and all my other reviews are originally posted on my blog (un)Conventional Bookviews

[Annie · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars



I’m always very excited about a new Jill Shalvis book so I had some high expectations for ALL I WANT, as is always the case when you fall in love with an author’s writing. This is Zoe and Parker’s book and it definitely has all the trademarks that make Jill Shalvis’s books so fun. There’s humor – quite a lot of it actually – and also a lot of heart as well.

Our heroine, Zoe Stone is a bit of a mess when her brother asks her a favor. Despite all the alarm bells ringing inside of her head, Zoe agrees to let his friend, Parker stay with her until her brother gets back to town so that they can see each other. Just as she is about to leave for a blind date, Parker appears and because Zoe has absolutely no clue what she is doing, she kisses him right there and then on her front step. It comes as a shock to her when she realizes he’s her brother’s best friend. Talk about awkwardness, huh?

If you’re a big fan of Contemporary Romances and love the style in which Jill Shalvis does it, then I’m sure you’ll enjoy this one. It has everything I usually like in a Rom Com but as I was reading this one, I felt like I could guess everything that was going to happen. I don’t know if it’s because I’ve read so many Jill Shalvis books that I already know her style or if this book was just too predictable.

ALL I WANT is a very cute book. There’s a lot of teasing, a lot of flirting and Shalvis builds the tension very well. As this is a brother’s best friend novel, this slow build was very important and I think Shalvis pulled it off well. So apart from being a little clichéd, I still very much enjoyed the latest installment to the Animal Magnetism series.

[Deniz · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 stars

not quite sure why I didn't care that much for All I Want. It might be that I o.d. on the series by reading the last three practically back to back. OR it could be have something to do with the narration. I listen to the audiobook of All I Want. And somehow I found the narration a tad to melodramatic for my taste.
While I kinda get the appeal of Parker, I didn't really feel that way. I mean I like him well enough, but lust for him? nope.
Then there is the supposed chemistry between Zoe and Parker, somehow that fell short for me as well.
The romance, was, well, not really my kind of thing. Parker is supposed to be so sweet and caring, but he not a single time took Zoe out on a date, or did very much to woe her. I mean I get tough Alpha dudes and all that... I married one of them.. but one doesn't have to be sopy or soft to persue a woman.
Ok let's just call it as it is: the entire thing is to pink and fluffy for me. Too saccharine, and too much the one and only.
Going back to the audio, I think I might have liked the book a tad better if I would have read it- since I have no intention to re-read right now, we might never know.

*sigh*

BUT the good news about that is: Most romance lovers won't mind. I just like some more sass to my romance is all.

All in all it's a sweet romance, with a splash of action and cute furry encounters.

[Cheri · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love how she always works animals in to her writing and gives them great names! Another great romance with lots of laughs by JS.

[Danielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

As soon as I get a Jill Shalvis book it's a must I read it right away. I am absolutely love the characters that she creates. Shalvis did not disappoint with this read.

Zoe has a hard time trusting and finds something wrong with the men she has dated. Now that her brother and sister have moved out and are in serious relationships she is determined to date and maybe find the guy that's perfect for her.

Parker is in town and supposed to be taking personal time since his last case didn't go as planned. But since the man who got away is in Idaho that's where he will be. Staying with Zoe should be simple but the attraction between these two sparks to life.

I really enjoyed reading about Zoe and Parker. Shalvis started this story off with a bang. Zoe is waiting on a blind date and when she opens the door she kisses her "date" but soon finds out its not her date and her brothers friend Parker, who will be staying with her. Then she slams the door in his face. One thing I love about Jill's books is the humor she brings to each story.

These two have funny banter and sarcasm that made them not only entertaining but helped make this book amazing. I really liked Jill used a agent as the hero and not just a typical agent but a unique one. I have to say that captured my interest. Also Zoe being a pilot was unique as well.

One of my favorite parts in the book was when the guys were playing football and the ladies were watching and holding up signs. It was great to see previous characters and watch them all interact.

I also really enjoyed Zoe's animals. They had some funny and cute parts that helped make this story sweet.

This book also includes more then one sex scene and surprisingly most of the action happens in the kitchen.

The ending was super cute and when Parker does his speech I have to say I teared up a little. It was one of the best speeches I have read in a long time. I also liked that Zoe didn't make it so easy on him. Good job Zoe!

Hopefully this series will continue because we have some weddings that should be coming up and honestly I really want the hot sheriff to get his own love story!

I recommend this book to everyone who loves animals, a hero who is sexy and has a gun, a heroine who has a smart mouth and ends with a happily ever after.

This book could be read as a standalone but this series is worth starting from the beginning.

[Stacee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've always loved the Animal Magnetism series and this one was perfect.

Love love love Zoe and Parker. Their banter was fun and I really enjoyed the push and pull these two had. And their chemistry was amazing.

As always, it was fun seeing the other siblings from previous books. I could read this series forever.

**Huge thanks to Berkeley and NetGalley for providing the arc in exchange for an honest review**

[Trish · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favorites. Sweet, cute chic lit book. Had a bit of a suspenseful moment but of course it was light and quickly resolved.

[Andrea · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always come back to Jill Shalvis whenever I need a cozy, comfortable, funny read with wonderful heroes and adorable animals. I don't do it often, but when I do, she never lets me down.
I absolutely adpored Parker! He was honest to a fault and just a Good Guy. Who adopts kittens to stop a little girl from crying, for heaven's sake, and lets them crawl all over him and sleep on his pillow. So precious!
My only tiny niggles: I adored the animals more than the people, and there was some drama towards the end I could have lived without.
All in all, a perfect comfort read!

[Dorine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zoe and Parker are just as addictive to read about as they are to each other. Author Jill Shalvis proves her talent once again in this seventh book of the ANIMAL MAGNETISM series. Recommended Read!

I love falling into a Jill Shalvis book – it’s immediate gratification and I know I’m in for a good time. I laughed out-loud four times by the fifth chapter of ALL I WANT. If you thought Darcy was amusing in STILL THE ONE, then Zoe will entertain you with her own brand of being a challenge in ALL I WANT.

Zoe Stone decides it’s time to start dating, so she puts out the call for blind dates and then panics when she gets one. She enlists her sister Darcy’s help with what to wear, even though she doesn’t listen to what Darcy says. These two sisters are hilarious together in this scene. Of course, Darcy suggests something outrageous to relax Zoe and when Zoe finally listens to her, she creates an embarrassing moment that will instigate a relationship Zoe didn’t see coming.

Zoe’s brother Wyatt asks her to rent his friend Parker James a room during his vacation because she has plenty of space in her family’s old Victorian. A special agent with U.S. Fish and Wildlife, Parker can’t seem to take a break from work. This forced rest demanded by his superior isn’t something he can follow, even if it will cost him his job. Parker has an ulterior motive for staying in this area for this unwanted vacation. Will Zoe convince Parker that there’s more fun to life than work?

Zoe and Parker are very entertaining as a couple, or when they’re trying to not be a couple. This is such an easy book to read because these two characters are magic together.

Zoe is a professional pilot which is unusual and intriguing for a romance book heroine. Her ability to fly is key to the plot in this book so it’s something the reader gets to experience. I loved the interactions at the hanger and the details on how Zoe prepared for a flight. It made her career easily believable. Zoe isn’t as quirky as her sister Darcy, but she has her own brand of unusual that’s endearing.

Parker is a good listener and doesn’t really tell Zoe too much about himself at first. This adds a bit of mystery to his character and it’s fun following along as he slowly reveals his true self to Zoe. Parker and Zoe heat up the pages with their sizzle. Parker pushes Zoe way outside her comfort zone and their journey is very sexy. There’s some intense page time spent on their sexual escapades so be forewarned that this book is explicit.

Even though this is the seventh book in the ANIMAL MAGNETISM series, it’s not necessary to read the previous six books to understand ALL I WANT. Sure, the ANIMAL MAGNETISM series is addictive once you get started, but don’t let six novels keep you from being entertained by this one today.

I think Jill Shalvis could make reading the phone book funny. Her brand of wacky that she brings to commonplace, day-to-day activity is so outrageous and fun that I literally laugh-out-loud. There are very few authors who can make me laugh in a raucous way that startles anyone near me. I adore Jill Shalvis for her trademark humor. But there is so much more to her talent. She really nails it when it comes to characterization of not just people and children, but animals as well. The dog and kittens in this book add to the fun, especially in revealing Parker’s true nature with some aww-worthy moments. I also love Ms. Shalvis’ plots which are always different enough to hold my attention, but never so overwhelming that they overshadow the romance. It’s that unique balance of humor, loveable characters, refined plotting and gratifying emotion that keeps me coming back for more.

I highly recommend ALL I WANT to anyone who loves a laugh-out-loud contemporary romance that’s just as sexy as it is heartwarming. You can’t go wrong with a book by Jill Shalvis unless you never pick one up.

Reviewed by Dorine, courtesy of Romance Junkies and The Zest Quest. Digital ARC provided by the publisher through NetGalley.

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

My review cross-posted from Wit and Sin: http://witandsin.blogspot.com/2015/09...

All I want is a Jill Shalvis hero! In Parker James, Ms. Shalvis has once again delivered a strong, sexy-as-sin, loveable hero – and this one adopts kittens. How could I not melt over Parker? This USFW special agent infiltrates and takes down wildlife trafficking rings and more, is a loving brother and good friend, and slides right into Zoe’s life, knocking down all her shields. Parker isn’t perfect, but he’s a perfectly delicious hero and deserves an equally amazing heroine to give him the love and sense of home he never knew he needed. He finds that in Zoe Stone, the sister of Parker’s friend Wyatt. Zoe is a hardworking, smart, quirky, funny as hell pilot. She had to take on far too much responsibility at a young age and she’s also been badly burned by love. This means she’s used to being the boss and is afraid to give her heart to anyone, least of all a man who is only in Sunshine for a short time. I absolutely adored Zoe, felt for her, and was rooting for her to take a chance on love with Parker. When she does…well, watch out, because All I Want gets seriously steamy.

All I Want doesn’t just have a sweet and spicy romance – it has laugh-out-loud humor too. Parker and Zoe have absolutely sparkling chemistry and their back-and-forth made me grin. And this wouldn’t be an Animal Magnetism novel without animals, so of course a lot of the humor comes from Oreo the Bernese mountain dog and two crazy kittens. Ms. Shalvis knows how to make readers smile one moment and melt the next, and this is definitely the case in All I Want . Add some scenes involving the James and Stone families and a dash of suspense in the form of an illegal antiquities dealer Parker is determined to catch and you have a truly well-rounded book, one that’s pretty much impossible to put down.

All I Want is the seventh book in the Animal Magnetism series, but you don’t have to have read the previous six books in order to enjoy Zoe and Parker’s story (though the series is fantastic). So whether you’re a longtime fan of Sunshine, Idaho or are visiting for the first time, prepare to sit back and enjoy a wonderfully entertaining romance.


FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

[Tina "IRead2Escape" · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hotness Rating 3 out of 5

All I Want is the 7th book of the fantastically entertaining Animal Magnetism series. This story was an adorable fun read! I loved it! It had it all sexy, funny, and sweet. It was fast paced and had me hooked from the very beginning.

Parker and Zoe were such fantastic characters. They had awesome chemistry with fun, playful animosity that built and built into combustible heat. I loved learning their back stories and the overall development. I was just filled with so much anticipation while reading, it was extremely witty and I found myself laughing on numerous occasions. This was just such an enjoyable read with all the sparks flying - playful and flirty. There was a fanatic build to the hotness too! I loved it all!

Woven in was an element of intrigue that added a nice amount of drama. I like how it all balanced out. I also loved the animals (seriously! so cute!). There were so many things I could picture in my head and it just made me happy. I really liked the other characters I met as well and am excited there are so many other stories in this series written that I can read.

Great ending. Sweetest epilogue ever. Everything was just so great and I couldn't get enough. This was a story that made me happy and kept me on the edge of my seat with likable characters and a major amount of sexiness. Excellent read!

This book was provided to me by NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

[Danielle (Love at First Page) · Rating 4 out of 5]

All I Want is Jill Shalvis at her best: Irresistible humor, snappy dialogue, and a couple I was completely rooting for. Naturally, some of her romances work better for me than others, and the one between Zoe and Parker is now near the top of my list. They had combustible chemistry from the beginning, and I loved seeing their relationship develop. Zoe, who is both soft and fierce, who is slow to trust but with a heart bigger than most, is the perfect match for Parker's masculine charm and utter selflessness. They open up to each other in slow degrees, but in the meantime it's both fun to watch and sexy as hell. Emphasis on those last three words, because Parker sure knows how to make a girl swoon. I also thought both of their occupations - Zoe being a pilot and Parker being a Fish and Wildlife special agent - were not only unique additions but rounded out the story well. By now I feel like a broken record when I say this, but if I'm looking for a feel good and humorous romance, I know I can count on Jill Shalvis. I'm already counting down the days to her next release.

This review can also be found at Love at First Page.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the little twist that Shalvis put on the brother's best friend trope. It was cute and different. I also adored how crazy Zoe was, and how Parker just fit perfectly with her. These two were the very definition of opposites attract, and it was such a wonderful story. <3

Full review to come at www.thebookpushers.com

[Carolyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love a good Jill Shalvis book. And, this one fit the bill. ;)

[Cyndi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Our heroine is settled in to a job she loves and has the apartment. Now the next step in her plan is to find a boyfriend. Her friends try to help by setting her up on blind dates. One piece of advice she is given is to kiss the guy as soon as he arrives so that is out of the way. But the guy who shows up is not her blind date, he is her brother's friend who plans to stay with him for a forced vacation. Instead of his friend he is met with a beautiful woman and a kiss.
This would be the start of a great vacation but our hero has a secret agenda on this vacation. He is chasing bad guys, and having the help of the pilot that just kissed him will be a great idea.
Cute story!

[Yvette ~ Nose Stuck in a Book · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is All I Want really the last book in Jill Shalvis’s Animal Magnetism series? It wasn’t too long ago that I binge-read the first six books in the series back-to-back so to say I’m not ready for the series to end is a massive understatement. The small-town charm of Sunshine, Idaho and the quirky characters (animals included) that inhabit it are what make this series so engaging. While I’d love to continue the journey with these characters in this setting for another dozen or so books, I was thrilled to see the series end on a high note with Zoe and Parker’s story in All I Want. Watching the stubbornly independent Zoe go toe to toe with the irresistibly charismatic Parker is so entertaining, it’s impossible not to fall in love with these characters.

As a fan of the series, I’ve been waiting for Zoe’s story, eager to see who could be a perfect match for the tough-as-nails pilot. Zoe is a heroine that I immediately liked, yet the more I got to know her, exploring her guardedness and unveiling her vulnerabilities, the more I connected with her character. She is a fascinating mix of strong and vulnerable, self-assured and awkward, and I loved the fact that Parker challenges her with every word exchanged and every interaction. Parker is the kind of confident that makes you want to roll your eyes after every outrageous remark, even while his unerring charm has you fighting back a smile. They have this Katherine Hepburn-Carey Grant type of banter, each with the distinct ability to exasperate the other with a few choice words, yet at the same time, it's evident that they're wildly attracted to each other. Their dynamic brought a fast-paced energy to the story that captivated me from start to finish.

With action, adventure, an unforgettable romance, and two characters with emotionally compelling backstories, All I Want is the perfect conclusion to the Animal Magnestism series. I laughed, I cried, I swooned (because: hot), and mostly, I wished it wouldn't end. No matter how many books I read by Jill Shalvis, I can't seem to get enough and All I Want is no exception. There's a feeling her books evoke – a feeling of lightheartedness and contentment so magical that you can’t help but want to recapture it again and again. I love knowing that when I pick up a new book by this author, it's going to become an instant favorite and there aren't many authors I can't say that about.
*complimentary copy provided by author in exchange for an honest review

Rating: 5 Stars

[Jonel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shalvis repeatedly had me laughing out loud with this intricately written and endlessly entertaining novel. She brings her setting forward through constant yet subtle descriptions that work their way into your subconscious, creating a picture for the characters to walk through. This small town really comes to life in a big way. The smooth & inviting narrative really takes the story to the next level, highlighting aspects of the plot and characters in minute ways that you can’t miss. I like how Shalvis tackled many difficult subjects while writing a fun, upbeat novel that I wanted to become part of. She also shows how romance in in the small things: a look, a touch, a whisper.

There was a contradiction within Zoe – to follow her dream yet to guard herself closely, shutting herself down from others. Conversely, Parker’s caring nature, yet not wanting to care too deeply put him in a similar, if also very different boat. Not only that, but these two were just plain fun individuals to get to know. Both had exciting jobs, yet at the same time they were both common enough. Their personalities drew me in as well. As individuals they were the type of people I could see myself being friends with, yet together, oh boy! I won’t do them justice to describe it.

The secondary characters were also a blast. You really get a sense of how much family matters throughout. Zoe’s sister, well, I don’t think she hit the page without making me giggle. I love how Shalvis brings people and their pets together in this novel. Oreo, for example, was priceless. He’s one of those rare pets who really comes to life in a story without becoming more than simply a loveable pet, making an unforgettable secondary character. And let’s not forget Parker’s sweet sister. I like how Shalvis developed her. I could empathise with and feel for her, without feeling pity for her.

This is one of those fantastic novels that builds on the series that came before it while also giving readers a great standalone romance in and of itself. I could barely put it down and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to others.

Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.

[Tracey · Rating 2 out of 5]

Riding high from the last book I read in this series, I was expecting a lot from this new installment. So I have no one but myself to blame for being disappointed. The characters were nothing special. I honestly didn't feel the chemistry between them at all. Everything was blah blah blah. The only parts I liked about the story were the adopted animals. Those kittens were so darn cute. If there is a next book in the series, here's hoping it's better than this one.

[Reading In Pajamas · Rating 5 out of 5]

✦Spotlight, Review & Giveaway: All I Want (An Animal Magnetism Novel) by Jill Shalvis http://wp.me/p3d0RZ-382
Publication Date: October 6, 2015
Reviewed by: Reading in Pajamas/ Donna
Rated 5 Stars

I love when you immediately relate to the characters and become vested in their story. That’s what happened with Zoe and Parker. They were so real and believable that I felt I knew them and cared about what happens. Despite the danger of his job, they had me smiling, laughing and swooning at regular intervals. Their friends and family added a nice dimension to everything that was going on with an easy banter that again seemed real and not forced. The romance was as sweet as it was hot, which was a great combination. All in all it was one of those books where you can’t wait to find out what happens but then feel bad that it’s over.

*Review copy provided by Penguin in exchange for an honest review.

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