A Little Something Extra

More Than Men #8

by Pam McCutcheon

He Was No Mere Mortal

The handsome hunk that stood before P.J. Sheridan expected her to believe he was a leprechaun? She had one word for him: blarney! Only Connor O'Flaherty wove a magical spell about P.J. that stirred her deepest desires.

The skeptic in her wiped the stardust from her eyes - and P.J. was convinced this man was nothing but a con artist. Deep down, though, the woman in her desperately wanted to believe Connor's powers were as potent - and as real - as his kisses. Yet no matter who - or what - he really was, common sense said the man was trouble.

Genres: Romance

256 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published December 1, 1995

About the author

I've been a reader all my life, starting out with fairy tales and graduating to reading everything in the house when I grew older, including my parents' romances, mysteries, science fiction, fantasy, and action/adventure.

If a writer can combine romance and humor with a fantasy, science fiction, or paranormal element, I'm hooked. Add action/adventure, and it's even better!

Since I couldn't find quite enough books that combine these elements, I sat down to write some of my own. The result is the books you'll see on my website.

I now live in Colorado with my three dogs: Mo, Daisy and Trixie.

Pseudonyms: Pamela Luzier (Fantasy genre) and Parker Blue (Young Adult urban fantasy genre).

Reviews

[Laurie (barksbooks) · Rating 4 out of 5]

P.J. is a freelance investigative reporter with a special interest in magic and psychic phenomena. She has a burning desire to believe in magic but unfortunately cannot find any hard proof that it actually exists. Along comes Connor O'Flaherty, a magical shoe salesman who tempts her with a job offer she can't resist. He claims he is not only a leprechaun but also King of all the Fae folk. He needs her help to track down his sister's stolen talisman. Without it his sister is a basket case and his business is in dire trouble.

She doesn't buy his story. Aren't leprechauns little guys with pointy noses that wear silly hats? He is as gorgeous as he is kooky so she weighs out the pros and cons and decides to accept the job. After all, if he's nutty enough to pay her to travel around the world who is she to refuse?

They set off together to catch themselves a crook and find themselves falling for each other no matter how much they try to resist. Unfortunately, as King of the Fae it is Connor's duty to marry a woman who has Fae blood running through her veins. After centuries of mating with humans their blood lines have become seriously diluted and their magic is weakening. Torn between love and duty Connor fights a losing battle. He must convince P.J. to believe in magic but even if he manages that impossible task will it be enough to save them both from heartache?

Lots of magic and characters who have a charming sense of humor make this a book to savor. I figured out who the thief was long before the characters did but anxiously turned the pages anyway to come to the pleasing conclusion of this enchanting love story. This story is whimsical and fun if you're in the mood for some light and fluffy.

[Anne Holly · Rating 2 out of 5]

If, after considering the book's synopsis, you still choose to read it, I guess you get what you get. Still, quick and amusing enough to keep it in "okay" territory.

P.S. Why did they paint Dennis Quaid on the cover of this edition?