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Thompson Siblings #2
The Pregnancy Test
Fifteen-year-old Brook Thompson is scared to death. The test confirmed it. She's pregnant. Those two little lines have changed her life. But what really has her freaked out is how to tell her dad.
Jenna Quinn doesn't do kids. She prefers a life free of responsibility and only dates men who are very single. Unfortunately, she can't resist her new neighbor - a man with two kids. And when her queasy stomach turns out to be more than last night's bad Chinese food, Jenna has to quickly face the fact that she's going to have a kid of her own.
Great. Two pregnant women, pumped full of whacked-out hormones, pulling Sloan Thompson in opposite directions. How will he ever survive the next nine months?
Jenna Quinn doesn't do kids. She prefers a life free of responsibility and only dates men who are very single. Unfortunately, she can't resist her new neighbor - a man with two kids. And when her queasy stomach turns out to be more than last night's bad Chinese food, Jenna has to quickly face the fact that she's going to have a kid of her own.
Great. Two pregnant women, pumped full of whacked-out hormones, pulling Sloan Thompson in opposite directions. How will he ever survive the next nine months?
304 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published July 1, 2005
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About the author
Susan Gable
21 books82 followersBooks have always been my constant companions, all the way back to when I was reading Gus, The Friendly Ghost from the Weekly Reader Book Club. I grew up in a house of readers, and my mom bought me books like other parents bought their kids candy. I did well in school, finishing my work quickly - so I could read. I never went anywhere without a book. It was no surprise that in high school, I was voted Class Bookworm - and scored the Valedictorian slot. (Yes, I was slightly geeky. But only slightly. Never mind what my high school classmates say. )
In elementary school, I loved writing stories and keeping a journal. In high school, I wrote lots of poetry filled with the usual teen-age angst. I wrote the lyrics to my brand-new high school's alma mater. But did I ever consider a career as a writer back then? No, not at all.
I went to college and became an elementary teacher, spending ten years passing on my love for books and reading to children. I adored being a teacher. I will admit, the year I was pregnant with my son, I actually started a novel for young adults, and I outlined a concept for some children's series books. But, those things fell by the wayside.
Then I moved from New Jersey, the state where I'd been born and raised and worked for all those years. After a one year stint in West Virginia, I landed in Erie, Pennsylvania. I absolutely love Erie - though I love it most in June, July, and August. But I discovered that getting a teacher's certificate in PA is....well, not easy, to say the least. I taught in a private school here the first year, then I homeschooled my son for a year. At the end of that year, I needed SOMETHING to restore my sanity (let me just say that I admire those who can homeschool successfully - for me, I wanted to trade my son, whom I love very much, in for 25 kids that belonged to other people) - and I turned to writing fiction.
I started by dabbling in fanfiction, and wrote like a woman possessed. (After all, I did hear voices in my head. ) I learned a lot about the craft of writing from other fanfiction writers. Over and over again, romances surfaced in my fanfiction stories.
Then, in Dec. 1999, I decided that I was going to go for it. I made it my New Year's Resolution to learn all I could about writing romance, and to do it. I had a five-year goal - I wanted to sell a novel by the time I turned 40 - five years from then. I did reserve the right to modify that goal in the future. I signed up for an on-line writing romance class, joined Romance Writers of America and Pennwriters, and started writing my first romance novel.
Which had some serious failings. ;-) But I finished it. A whole novel. And sent off a query letter and received the rite-of-passage, a form rejection. I retitled the book, reworked it toward another publisher, sent off another query, received another rejection. Hey, no one ever said it was going to be easy.
Meanwhile, I'd started another book, and while the characters were a lot of fun, I wasn't totally sure where the story was going.
Somehow, the basic premise for The Baby Plan was born while I was playing with GMC's (Goal, Motivation, & Conflicts) for that other book. Then, Harley sprang to life, and that was it. The other book had to be abandoned, because Harley insisted I write her story. She wouldn't let me rest.
In February of 2002, I got THE CALL from Harlequin Superromance ®, saying they wanted to buy The Baby Plan. I did my best to act dignified on the phone, then yelled like a banshee when I hung up. To say I was thrilled is the understatement of the century.
I've now gone Indie with my books, and I'm loving being in complete control over the decisions I make with my books. I hope you enjoy them.
In elementary school, I loved writing stories and keeping a journal. In high school, I wrote lots of poetry filled with the usual teen-age angst. I wrote the lyrics to my brand-new high school's alma mater. But did I ever consider a career as a writer back then? No, not at all.
I went to college and became an elementary teacher, spending ten years passing on my love for books and reading to children. I adored being a teacher. I will admit, the year I was pregnant with my son, I actually started a novel for young adults, and I outlined a concept for some children's series books. But, those things fell by the wayside.
Then I moved from New Jersey, the state where I'd been born and raised and worked for all those years. After a one year stint in West Virginia, I landed in Erie, Pennsylvania. I absolutely love Erie - though I love it most in June, July, and August. But I discovered that getting a teacher's certificate in PA is....well, not easy, to say the least. I taught in a private school here the first year, then I homeschooled my son for a year. At the end of that year, I needed SOMETHING to restore my sanity (let me just say that I admire those who can homeschool successfully - for me, I wanted to trade my son, whom I love very much, in for 25 kids that belonged to other people) - and I turned to writing fiction.
I started by dabbling in fanfiction, and wrote like a woman possessed. (After all, I did hear voices in my head. ) I learned a lot about the craft of writing from other fanfiction writers. Over and over again, romances surfaced in my fanfiction stories.
Then, in Dec. 1999, I decided that I was going to go for it. I made it my New Year's Resolution to learn all I could about writing romance, and to do it. I had a five-year goal - I wanted to sell a novel by the time I turned 40 - five years from then. I did reserve the right to modify that goal in the future. I signed up for an on-line writing romance class, joined Romance Writers of America and Pennwriters, and started writing my first romance novel.
Which had some serious failings. ;-) But I finished it. A whole novel. And sent off a query letter and received the rite-of-passage, a form rejection. I retitled the book, reworked it toward another publisher, sent off another query, received another rejection. Hey, no one ever said it was going to be easy.
Meanwhile, I'd started another book, and while the characters were a lot of fun, I wasn't totally sure where the story was going.
Somehow, the basic premise for The Baby Plan was born while I was playing with GMC's (Goal, Motivation, & Conflicts) for that other book. Then, Harley sprang to life, and that was it. The other book had to be abandoned, because Harley insisted I write her story. She wouldn't let me rest.
In February of 2002, I got THE CALL from Harlequin Superromance ®, saying they wanted to buy The Baby Plan. I did my best to act dignified on the phone, then yelled like a banshee when I hung up. To say I was thrilled is the understatement of the century.
I've now gone Indie with my books, and I'm loving being in complete control over the decisions I make with my books. I hope you enjoy them.
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June 15, 2012
Good read,Sloan-Jenna both were warm caring sweet characters,Brook was a selfish brat but she is a courageous girl,she actions got her trouble and then pregnancy,least she had people who helped her through and then giving up your child it is not easy but she did not break or backed out last minute,though as a daughter Brook failed in someways but as a mother she passed,she did what was good for her daughter Emma.Brook learned her lessons the hard way but at the end she understood "Sometimes Love means letting it go".
The story progressed really well,the pregnancies both of Brook and Jenna's,the circumstances and issues around both pregnancies were handled well by author.Sloan-Jenna's relationship went through so many hurdles but they surpassed each hurdles and finally got their much deserved HEA.
The story progressed really well,the pregnancies both of Brook and Jenna's,the circumstances and issues around both pregnancies were handled well by author.Sloan-Jenna's relationship went through so many hurdles but they surpassed each hurdles and finally got their much deserved HEA.
May 13, 2015
3.5 Stars.
Damn you, Scribd, for having these crack-like books for me to guiltily read. This one was actually pretty good. The emotion was realistic, the characters were likeable, but more importantly they were relatable. I knew girls like Brook in high school. I definitely know people like her dad. I like that the author didn't just skate over Brook's decision as though it's not a big deal, not traumatic. Brook struggles with it, as does her dad (which was very realistic, and also something I'd never taken the time to consider, but that has to be hard for the grandparent, too).
Damn you, Scribd, for having these crack-like books for me to guiltily read. This one was actually pretty good. The emotion was realistic, the characters were likeable, but more importantly they were relatable. I knew girls like Brook in high school. I definitely know people like her dad. I like that the author didn't just skate over Brook's decision as though it's not a big deal, not traumatic. Brook struggles with it, as does her dad (which was very realistic, and also something I'd never taken the time to consider, but that has to be hard for the grandparent, too).
January 10, 2012
Completely inspiring book, and total romance. It was a super easy read, but still totally worth the only about 4 hours it took me to complete, and a book everyone will love, I don't care if some think it's a chick romance novel, guys should check it out too. Although, I should mention, it's a bit too dirty for really young readers. Might only suggest it to college or almost college-aged readers.
August 6, 2021
I'm glad that the ending is worth it. Life is not easy and neither this story.
My imaginative mind has wondered too far, thinking there will be some psycho stealing babies. But , glad that's not the case.
I'm also happy with Jenna, she's a great FL. Brook being a teenager, she has a very big character development in this book.
Everyone's personality and how they act and react makes sense. I can say I like this book enough.
My imaginative mind has wondered too far, thinking there will be some psycho stealing babies. But , glad that's not the case.
I'm also happy with Jenna, she's a great FL. Brook being a teenager, she has a very big character development in this book.
Everyone's personality and how they act and react makes sense. I can say I like this book enough.
September 18, 2021
Beautifully written!
August 20, 2012
4 Stars ~ Hoping for the fresh start, Sloan moves his 6 and 15 year old daughters back to Pennsylvania and closer to his family. Uprooting the girls seemed drastic, but he needed to gain control of his eldest, Brook, whose poor choices in friends and deeds kept landing her in trouble. Jenna's never seen herself as a kid person, so she has always steered away from the single fathers. But there's something about her hunky new neighbour that sparks her interest. Instantly bonding with Brook, she can't help but see a bit of herself in the rebellious teen. Jenna's not looking for commitments and this, and their sizzling chemistry convince Sloan she'd be a safe ease-back-into-dating-partner. Jenna's "dessert first" philosophy can be pretty addictive, and soon Sloan is being creative in finding time to be with her. When Brook seeks her help fearing she may be pregnant, Jenna admits to herself that she has her own personal fears in that direction too. So Sloan, who thought he was done having babies, now faces being a grandfather and a new father at the same time. Even though Jenna loves Sloan she has to consider Brook's feelings in her choices, so when Sloan proposes she tells him he'll have to wait awhile for her answer.
With both Brook and Jenna pregnant, I really couldn't see a happy solution for everyone. The teen's reactions to Jenna's pregnancy seem spot on, and Sloan, as a father first, is placed in an incredibly difficult situation. He makes mistakes but stands up and does his best for his daughter and Jenna. Brook's evolving maturity is also realistic, and she realizes the sacrifices her father and Jenna are making for her happiness. For a woman who didn't do kids, Jenna has a warm and caring heart that makes her a natural mother. Though there are some moments that will make you smile with humour, Ms. Gable brings us a heartwarming story showing us that love can help us get through the tough choices. The journey for Sloan and Jenna toward their HEA was a hard earned one. I do hope some day, Ms. Gable brings us Brook's story. It was wonderful catching up with Rachel, James and Molly again, from The Mommy Plan.
With both Brook and Jenna pregnant, I really couldn't see a happy solution for everyone. The teen's reactions to Jenna's pregnancy seem spot on, and Sloan, as a father first, is placed in an incredibly difficult situation. He makes mistakes but stands up and does his best for his daughter and Jenna. Brook's evolving maturity is also realistic, and she realizes the sacrifices her father and Jenna are making for her happiness. For a woman who didn't do kids, Jenna has a warm and caring heart that makes her a natural mother. Though there are some moments that will make you smile with humour, Ms. Gable brings us a heartwarming story showing us that love can help us get through the tough choices. The journey for Sloan and Jenna toward their HEA was a hard earned one. I do hope some day, Ms. Gable brings us Brook's story. It was wonderful catching up with Rachel, James and Molly again, from The Mommy Plan.
October 7, 2016
I never did get all that teenage angst, like acting out to get attention etc... don't get me wrong my mom and I had major blow ups but that's about it. Honestly we wanted less attention not more soo her doing things to get her dad to notice was wayyyyyy beyond my reality for me to feel bad for her.
Also his daughter being bitchy to his gf again, made me feel even less sorry for her, she was a brat and that's how I saw it, simple as. That whole prove your love thing, is just teenage crap, as seeing as i was a teenager 5 years ago, I can say that, then again I guess I always knew my parents did even when they were annoying AF, but I digress.
The scene where the baby daddy of the H's daughter said goodbye to his baby, had me crying like it was me!
Also his daughter being bitchy to his gf again, made me feel even less sorry for her, she was a brat and that's how I saw it, simple as. That whole prove your love thing, is just teenage crap, as seeing as i was a teenager 5 years ago, I can say that, then again I guess I always knew my parents did even when they were annoying AF, but I digress.
The scene where the baby daddy of the H's daughter said goodbye to his baby, had me crying like it was me!
August 26, 2010
– I really wanted to like this book. From reading the blurb I thought it sounded like it would be a fun read but the heroine was so annoying that I couldn’t get past her. She’s thoughtless, selfish and totally and unrepentantly self-centered.
The hero was fine and the storyline and secondary characters were good, but without a heroine that speaks to the reader? The Pregnancy Test was mediocre at best. ~ Ana, www.ireadromance.com
The hero was fine and the storyline and secondary characters were good, but without a heroine that speaks to the reader? The Pregnancy Test was mediocre at best. ~ Ana, www.ireadromance.com
February 14, 2009
I read this during my Vacation in 2007 and I couldn't put it down. It sparked an interest I've never had with romance books before and since have read a few more in hte "9 month" series.
July 16, 2010
I'm such a sucker for these kind of books. I cried reading this one, kind of hit home for me.
December 22, 2012
I can't say the book was bad, but it didn't finish the way I wanted it to. And when a book doesn't end the way I like.... I know it was the right thing to do but that doesn't mean I have to like it.
November 14, 2013
This was a cute story. Although Brook was annoying as a teenager. I really liked Jenna though. it was good to see lil Molly.
October 13, 2013
I liked this books, had just the right about of drama, wasnt to over the top, the daughter Brook is a brat BUT under the circumstances it was kind of understandable.
March 7, 2017
Great story! Check out my review:
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May 16, 2016
I loved how complicated the relationships were. Not sure I agree with the solutions chosen by the characters but I loved the HEA - good fast read 3.5 stars
June 25, 2009
I'm still reading it and I have liked it so far.
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