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Trouble with Men #2
The Trouble With Scarecrows
A scarecrow is the opposite of a wingman, a dating decoy used to scare away any “crows” who are giving unwanted attention, making it difficult for the right man to have a clear shot.
Thirty-year-old Brenda Fisher believes the best way to get over her ex is to face her past and find a new guy. She knows the type of man she needs in her life … and the type of man she does not, which includes alpha males like Neal Parker.
Neal Parker’s friend and former boss, Larry White, had been gracious enough to let him stay at his old apartment rent-free while Neal pursues his culinary degree. But now the owner of the multiplex–Larry’s high-strung ex-girlfriend, Brenda Fisher–is threatening to sell it out from underneath him. Brenda is possibly the sexiest woman Neal has ever met. Nevertheless, he’s aware of her past destructive relationship with Larry and knows it’s best to stay clear.
When Neal finds out Brenda might be in need of some help in the romance department, he tries to trick her into an exchange: scarecrow services for the apartment. Brenda does not appreciate being manipulated. She ups the stakes, and if Neal wants the future he’d planned, he’ll have to play by her rules.
Thirty-year-old Brenda Fisher believes the best way to get over her ex is to face her past and find a new guy. She knows the type of man she needs in her life … and the type of man she does not, which includes alpha males like Neal Parker.
Neal Parker’s friend and former boss, Larry White, had been gracious enough to let him stay at his old apartment rent-free while Neal pursues his culinary degree. But now the owner of the multiplex–Larry’s high-strung ex-girlfriend, Brenda Fisher–is threatening to sell it out from underneath him. Brenda is possibly the sexiest woman Neal has ever met. Nevertheless, he’s aware of her past destructive relationship with Larry and knows it’s best to stay clear.
When Neal finds out Brenda might be in need of some help in the romance department, he tries to trick her into an exchange: scarecrow services for the apartment. Brenda does not appreciate being manipulated. She ups the stakes, and if Neal wants the future he’d planned, he’ll have to play by her rules.
- GenresContemporary Romance
161 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 13, 2016
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About the author
Dorlana Vann
14 books297 followersDorlana Vann loves taking elements from fairy tales (characters, mood, moral, plot) and mixing them with a paranormal element and then dropping them in a contemporary setting.
She has several supernatural fairy tale inspired stories, including novels, a short story collection, and Kindle Vella series. Her latest adventure is Potion: A Witchy Fairy Tale a contemporary retelling (#witchesbebitches).
Besides writing, life is all about family, food, book-club, BBQ team, festivals, trivia (even though she's horrible at it), and drinking on patios – All of which she shares on Instagram 😊
Stop by her website/blog: www.dorlanavann.me for more info about her and her books.
She has several supernatural fairy tale inspired stories, including novels, a short story collection, and Kindle Vella series. Her latest adventure is Potion: A Witchy Fairy Tale a contemporary retelling (#witchesbebitches).
Besides writing, life is all about family, food, book-club, BBQ team, festivals, trivia (even though she's horrible at it), and drinking on patios – All of which she shares on Instagram 😊
Stop by her website/blog: www.dorlanavann.me for more info about her and her books.
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October 5, 2017
I feel a sense of accomplishment after finishing this story -we’ve been through a lot. This manuscript took more time to write than any other.
I find second books in series interesting because without the first book they would not have existed. And even though this book is its own story, that is still true. My protagonist, Brenda, was my antagonist in The Trouble with Snowmen. So I first went into this story thinking I was going to create this huge spectacular Scrooge character arc. But after my critique partners read the first draft, I soon realized that had been a horrible idea. One person hated Brenda with a passion lol, and that doesn’t quiet work as far as heroines in love stories go.
After years of really getting to know Brenda, I hope she comes across the page as dynamic as I imagine her. And she’s paired with an equally energetic and passionate guy. The story has new dating terms and concepts, outrageous shenanigans, a touch of magical realism, twists and turns, broken hearts, seduction, food, and of course romance.
Chapter one is posted on my website: www.dorlanavann.me
I find second books in series interesting because without the first book they would not have existed. And even though this book is its own story, that is still true. My protagonist, Brenda, was my antagonist in The Trouble with Snowmen. So I first went into this story thinking I was going to create this huge spectacular Scrooge character arc. But after my critique partners read the first draft, I soon realized that had been a horrible idea. One person hated Brenda with a passion lol, and that doesn’t quiet work as far as heroines in love stories go.
After years of really getting to know Brenda, I hope she comes across the page as dynamic as I imagine her. And she’s paired with an equally energetic and passionate guy. The story has new dating terms and concepts, outrageous shenanigans, a touch of magical realism, twists and turns, broken hearts, seduction, food, and of course romance.
Chapter one is posted on my website: www.dorlanavann.me
June 3, 2017
The Trouble This book will have you laughing and thinking maybe I need a scarecrow in my life. This is Brenda Fisher and Neal Parker's story and Zadora is another person and she sees ghosts . I recommend this book. I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.With Scarecrows (The Trouble With Men... Dorlana Vann
July 25, 2016
I actually liked this one better than the first book in the series, which surprised me with the first chapter beginning with Brenda. Oh I hated Brenda in the first book and book 2 is all about her. I loved the chemistry between her and Neal and ended up rooting for Brenda. It did take a few chapters for me to like her. She was such a good villain in The Trouble With Snowmen. Neal on the other hand, liked him from the beginning.
Zadora is a great character I hope gets her own book. Here's hoping she gets herself in Trouble With....? some kind of man ;)
Zadora is a great character I hope gets her own book. Here's hoping she gets herself in Trouble With....? some kind of man ;)
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