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Main Street Merchants #1
And Something Blue
Bridal consultant Laurie Fletcher spends all her time helping others prepare for the most special day of their lives. Logan Reese is easily the most irritating man on the planet, and for some reason, he's made annoying Laurie his mission in life. Will true love ever come Laurie's way, or is she doomed to watch others get their happily ever after while she sits on the sidelines?
156 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 26, 2017
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About the author
Paige Timothy
11 books23 followersPaige Timothy is new to the romance scene, but she's certainly not new to the industry. Under her other pen names, she has published thirty books in a wide variety of genres. With her new series, the Main Street Merchants, Paige is embarking on a new journey that promises to be filled with adventure.
You can contact Paige via her e-mail address, authorpaigetimothy@gmail.com.
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You can contact Paige via her e-mail address, authorpaigetimothy@gmail.com.
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February 15, 2015
Super Cute!
I really love books/series that take place in small towns. This is a fun series that takes place in Aspen Ridge, Colorado. Laurie works in the bridal shop and it was a lot of fun to see that side of the business (reminded me of the TV show Say Yes to the Dress). Logan is a lawyer from Denver who comes to Aspen Ridge with his sister to try on wedding dresses. To say that Laurie and Logan butt heads would be an understatement. While it's fun to watch the sparks fly, I did feel that Laurie overreacted at times and wasn't always fair. They did have great chemistry though and I loved the scenes when they are together, I wouldn't have minded more of that. :)
Overall, it was a really cute story. I liked the characters and the setting. I'll definitely be following this series and grabbing up all the books. I would happily recommend this to anyone who enjoys a nice lighthearted romance.
Content
Romance: Squeaky clean
Language: None
Violence: None
Religious: None
Read Again: Definitely
Source: Amazon Kindle freebie, also available through Kindle Unlimited
I really love books/series that take place in small towns. This is a fun series that takes place in Aspen Ridge, Colorado. Laurie works in the bridal shop and it was a lot of fun to see that side of the business (reminded me of the TV show Say Yes to the Dress). Logan is a lawyer from Denver who comes to Aspen Ridge with his sister to try on wedding dresses. To say that Laurie and Logan butt heads would be an understatement. While it's fun to watch the sparks fly, I did feel that Laurie overreacted at times and wasn't always fair. They did have great chemistry though and I loved the scenes when they are together, I wouldn't have minded more of that. :)
Overall, it was a really cute story. I liked the characters and the setting. I'll definitely be following this series and grabbing up all the books. I would happily recommend this to anyone who enjoys a nice lighthearted romance.
Content
Romance: Squeaky clean
Language: None
Violence: None
Religious: None
Read Again: Definitely
Source: Amazon Kindle freebie, also available through Kindle Unlimited
September 1, 2018
This was the first time I have read a Paige Timothy novel. I expected a pleasurable reading experience having read several customer reviews, but Paige Timothy far exceeded my expectations. At only 108 pages it is a challenge for a writer to develop a story and characters with any real depth and was believable. This was a page turning read right from the first few pages. It held my interest to the last page. I love clean romances and this was squeaky clean. The only violence was when Logan punches Chad in defense of Laurie’s honor. I almost jumped from my chair and cheered. There were passages when I laughed out loud – unusual for me. I am one, however, who is a stickler for details. It seemed to me that the author forgot – more than once – that the jewelry store, according to the town layout provided, is not located between the bridal shop and the diner as Laurie takes the alley between the shop and the diner so as to avoid detection by someone in the jewelry store. The jewelry store is actually two buildings away from the bridal shop in the opposite direction from the diner. Nevertheless, I cannot help but award five stars for And Something Blue by Paige Timothy.
October 1, 2014
Super cute and squeaky clean. This is my kind of story.
And Something Blue was somewhat predictable but still thoroughly enjoyable. The bridal shop was a fun setting.
Two strong willed opinionated people are bound to have some ups and downs. From the moment Laurie meets the brother of one of her brides you know you are in for a good time watching these two collide. This is the first in a series of novellas but it stands alone. Laurie has three roommates who I am assuming will each get their own story as part of this series.
This is a novella of about 100 page in length so it is a perfect book to read at bedtime because you can knock it out in one sitting and head to bed smiling.
Rating: 4.5 Stars - Highly Recommend
Content: Squeaky Clean
Source: Review copy from Publisher
And Something Blue was somewhat predictable but still thoroughly enjoyable. The bridal shop was a fun setting.
Two strong willed opinionated people are bound to have some ups and downs. From the moment Laurie meets the brother of one of her brides you know you are in for a good time watching these two collide. This is the first in a series of novellas but it stands alone. Laurie has three roommates who I am assuming will each get their own story as part of this series.
This is a novella of about 100 page in length so it is a perfect book to read at bedtime because you can knock it out in one sitting and head to bed smiling.
Rating: 4.5 Stars - Highly Recommend
Content: Squeaky Clean
Source: Review copy from Publisher
October 31, 2014
First of all, there was a map included at the beginning of the book that showed where each business was located on Main Street. I really enjoyed looking at that, so that I could visualize just where everything was. It really drew me in. Secondly, it was a short, fun story and I can't wait to read more about this great street!
Laurie works in a bridal shop and helps brides-to-be find their perfect wedding dress. She's really good at what she does and when she makes a fantastic sale, she is very surprised to find herself under attack a few days later by the bride's lawyer brother, Logan.
Laurie is a likable girl. She knows her stuff and isn't one to be bullied, but she really goes back and forth between hating and loving Logan. Logan is a man used to getting what he wants and with the results he expects. Isn't there a saying about love and hate being very closely related? I loved watching their relationship play out and seeing the twists and turns that came with the story. I wasn't expecting a few things that happened towards the end, but that's what makes it fun--I love being surprised.
Content: Clean!!
*I received a copy in exchange for an honest review*
Laurie works in a bridal shop and helps brides-to-be find their perfect wedding dress. She's really good at what she does and when she makes a fantastic sale, she is very surprised to find herself under attack a few days later by the bride's lawyer brother, Logan.
Laurie is a likable girl. She knows her stuff and isn't one to be bullied, but she really goes back and forth between hating and loving Logan. Logan is a man used to getting what he wants and with the results he expects. Isn't there a saying about love and hate being very closely related? I loved watching their relationship play out and seeing the twists and turns that came with the story. I wasn't expecting a few things that happened towards the end, but that's what makes it fun--I love being surprised.
Content: Clean!!
*I received a copy in exchange for an honest review*
February 25, 2016
It was a fast, light, quick easy, clean read. It almost seemed to fast but it was cute and it had attitude. It was a fun break from the heavy one I'm reviewing.
August 12, 2018
Talk about a story about enemies to lovers. Laurie and Logan's first meeting is unimpressive as he accompanies his sister to buy her bridal gown (he's opposed to the marriage). It's during the second meeting that sparks fly. He's really arrogant and rude. We find out later what's going on with him, and he must have found Laurie unforgettable because he keeps coming back trying to get her to accept his apology. It's a good thing she'd already found him so physically attractive.
I listened to the audiobook. The narrator's voice was a bit little girlish at first, but it kind of grew on me, and I liked it.
I listened to the audiobook. The narrator's voice was a bit little girlish at first, but it kind of grew on me, and I liked it.
April 23, 2015
I liked this one...but it was more just ok for me.
It was frustrating, because it had the potential to be better, but it bugged me that she spent most of the book disliking him. Don't get me wrong--I like when they start out disliking each other, but come on, give the guy a break! He was a good guy, and outside of the initial dress situation, what did he do to warrant all the disdain? I have no idea what took her so long to convince herself to like him, and I just got a little annoyed with her. And some of her thoughts and reactions were a bit dramatic and pretty immature.
I liked Logan, but I didn't feel like I got to see all that much of him other than brief scenes here and there until well into the second half of the book. But once things picked up, it was really sweet. And I really liked the ending (even though that was QUICK!).
So, basically, this one was just ok for me. It was cute and I liked it, but didn't love it.
It was frustrating, because it had the potential to be better, but it bugged me that she spent most of the book disliking him. Don't get me wrong--I like when they start out disliking each other, but come on, give the guy a break! He was a good guy, and outside of the initial dress situation, what did he do to warrant all the disdain? I have no idea what took her so long to convince herself to like him, and I just got a little annoyed with her. And some of her thoughts and reactions were a bit dramatic and pretty immature.
I liked Logan, but I didn't feel like I got to see all that much of him other than brief scenes here and there until well into the second half of the book. But once things picked up, it was really sweet. And I really liked the ending (even though that was QUICK!).
So, basically, this one was just ok for me. It was cute and I liked it, but didn't love it.
October 27, 2014
This was the first book in this collection that I read and it was a fantastic way to start things out. I really love the concept of writing about a group of people who all work along the same street (Main Street Merchants). Different lives, different businesses, but all connected in some small way. I loved the little map in the front telling me where are the businesses were located too. It really helped set the stage in my head.
Laurie is a fun character. She runs a bridal shop. Her first few encounters with Logan are less than stellar but some kind of magnetism keeps them both gravitating toward each other. This book had me wanting more from this author and this Main Street Merchant Series. My favorite quote from the book is, “Laurie felt her heart reach out and wrap around his to tie a knot she would never be able to loosen.”
Laurie is a fun character. She runs a bridal shop. Her first few encounters with Logan are less than stellar but some kind of magnetism keeps them both gravitating toward each other. This book had me wanting more from this author and this Main Street Merchant Series. My favorite quote from the book is, “Laurie felt her heart reach out and wrap around his to tie a knot she would never be able to loosen.”
November 14, 2014
Laurie loves her job. As a bridal consultant in a small town, she gets to help everyone have that special day. One day she gets a girl in with a short engagement but no shortage of money. The future bride brings her mother and very annoying (but very attractive) brother Logan. After things go sour, Laurie gets way more attention from Logan than she ever wanted. Will enemies become friends? Or maybe even more?
This was a very cute story. I love that it was a short read, because I was sucked into the story and didn't want to put it down. Laurie lives life on her own terms, and I appreciated that. I also loved her roommates. They were a fun cast that I wanted to read more about (and I did in the next book). There was just enough tension between Laurie and Logan to be interesting but not off-putting. This was a fun, sweet romance.
Book provided for review.
This was a very cute story. I love that it was a short read, because I was sucked into the story and didn't want to put it down. Laurie lives life on her own terms, and I appreciated that. I also loved her roommates. They were a fun cast that I wanted to read more about (and I did in the next book). There was just enough tension between Laurie and Logan to be interesting but not off-putting. This was a fun, sweet romance.
Book provided for review.
October 29, 2014
I LOVE that this is SWEET and CLEAN!
Laurie loves working as a bridal consultant...
But sometimes brides and their families can be difficult to work with!
When Kelly Reese walks into Millicent's Bridal Shop with her mother and her brother, Logan, Laurie is ready.
Kelly and her mother are easy to work with...the brother not so much.
As Kelly is getting married in such a short time and will need a rush order...
Laurie has them sign a "no return" contract.
But when Kelly's wedding is called off...
It is Logan who storms into the shop demanding a refund.
As Laurie and Logan battle it out a love/hate relationship starts to form.
But which way will it go?
ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS ONE!
FUN BANTERING!
GREAT TWISTS IN THE STORY!
Laurie loves working as a bridal consultant...
But sometimes brides and their families can be difficult to work with!
When Kelly Reese walks into Millicent's Bridal Shop with her mother and her brother, Logan, Laurie is ready.
Kelly and her mother are easy to work with...the brother not so much.
As Kelly is getting married in such a short time and will need a rush order...
Laurie has them sign a "no return" contract.
But when Kelly's wedding is called off...
It is Logan who storms into the shop demanding a refund.
As Laurie and Logan battle it out a love/hate relationship starts to form.
But which way will it go?
ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS ONE!
FUN BANTERING!
GREAT TWISTS IN THE STORY!
October 27, 2014
This was a fun book, the start of a new series. I loved all of the girls you meet in this book. The girls are mostly roommates of Laurie, and I can't wait to get to know each of them in their own stories. I loved the flow of this book. The plot just seemed to work and be really sweet, just what you want in a quick, easy read. I thought that the characters were really well done, and I love how the little town and Main Street itself almost become characters as well. If you're a fan of clean romance you won't want to miss this fun new series!
November 11, 2014
Loved this simple, wholesome and very clean romance novella. Laurie is looking for love but not finding it. Logan is a lawyer caught up in his own ego...until they meet.
While some of this was very predictable, it didn't make it any less of a story. I thought the story was well written and complete...didn't leave you hanging, much! Hopefully in the next book we will find out a little more about Laurie and Logan even though the next book is about another roommate of Laurie's.
If you have an hour or so, pick up this book and sit back and enjoy the romance.
While some of this was very predictable, it didn't make it any less of a story. I thought the story was well written and complete...didn't leave you hanging, much! Hopefully in the next book we will find out a little more about Laurie and Logan even though the next book is about another roommate of Laurie's.
If you have an hour or so, pick up this book and sit back and enjoy the romance.
June 24, 2015
Main Street Merchants is a fun series! I have loved all the books, but this one is my favorite!
Logan and Laurie meet when he comes into the bridal shop she manages with his sister and mother to buy a wedding dress for his sister. He doesn't make a good first impression - and he makes an even worse second impression - but he is persistent until he finally gets it right. This was a fun, clean short read -- perfect for a summer day like today!
Content: Clean
Source: Amazon.com
Logan and Laurie meet when he comes into the bridal shop she manages with his sister and mother to buy a wedding dress for his sister. He doesn't make a good first impression - and he makes an even worse second impression - but he is persistent until he finally gets it right. This was a fun, clean short read -- perfect for a summer day like today!
Content: Clean
Source: Amazon.com
October 13, 2016
Sweet and clean romance about Laurie, a bridal dress consultant who instantly dislikes Logan, the brother of a bride who was recently jilted and who tries to circumvent their no return policy.
This was like a hallmark movie but with more kissing.
There are others in this series, I hope. And I'd like to see a happy ending for Brennan.
This was like a hallmark movie but with more kissing.
There are others in this series, I hope. And I'd like to see a happy ending for Brennan.
June 17, 2015
Liked the book but kinda torn at the moment. The hero was hardly in it for about the first 68% of the book. So I had a hard time believing the hero and heroine would end up together. And then the worst thing happened... it just ended! I hate that! Full review to come.
January 10, 2015
This was a super cute and clean little romance novella. I really enjoyed the banter between Laurie and Logan. Thought the author did a great job at that, found myself smiling a ton during this novel. Very, very cute.
Moral Note: Social drinking at a work party
Moral Note: Social drinking at a work party
September 1, 2018
Two thumbs up!
The beginning of the story had me wondering how Logan could redeem himself, but the author did a fairly decent job of it. I had hoped that Brennan would end up with Logan's sister, but hopefully they'll get their happily-ever-afters in future books in this new series.
Laurie was a very sympathetic heroine and I really liked how she handled herself. I struggled with her cringe moments - as with Logan's bad guy moments, they seemed a bit too much.
Overall, however, I loved the protagonists and watching their relationship develop. I'm looking forward to finding out what happens with her roommates.
In the meantime, I am going to enjoy exploring more of this author's books!
The beginning of the story had me wondering how Logan could redeem himself, but the author did a fairly decent job of it. I had hoped that Brennan would end up with Logan's sister, but hopefully they'll get their happily-ever-afters in future books in this new series.
Laurie was a very sympathetic heroine and I really liked how she handled herself. I struggled with her cringe moments - as with Logan's bad guy moments, they seemed a bit too much.
Overall, however, I loved the protagonists and watching their relationship develop. I'm looking forward to finding out what happens with her roommates.
In the meantime, I am going to enjoy exploring more of this author's books!
October 6, 2018
Misleading blurb. By 50% in the heroine has been on a couple dates with Brennan and mostly spent her time eating (we have to read about her daily mint hot chocolate, ice cream, eclairs, dinner, BLT, lunches dessert platters), being clumsy and behaving pretty judgmental and witchy to Logan when he makes somewhat snobby but not mean-spirited comments. She automatically gets defensive, self righteous and sarcastic. She accuses him of superiority when she comes across the same. I think maybe she should go on a sugar fast. I have NO IDEA WHY he even wants to be near her what they see in each other. She admits he is HOT but she seems to hate him so far. Tempted to skim or DNF.
December 4, 2020
Sweet Surprise
I will post a more detailed review on my personal media accounts, but in short, as my headline states, this story was a sweet surprise. In this short read, I quickly fell in love with the characters of the small town of Aspen Ridge and look forward to reading more of their stories. The romance happened a little too quickly for me and was hastily written or awkward in parts, but I was rooting for the couple in the end and was satisfied with the conclusion. 3.8 out of 5 stars, rounded up to 4.
I will post a more detailed review on my personal media accounts, but in short, as my headline states, this story was a sweet surprise. In this short read, I quickly fell in love with the characters of the small town of Aspen Ridge and look forward to reading more of their stories. The romance happened a little too quickly for me and was hastily written or awkward in parts, but I was rooting for the couple in the end and was satisfied with the conclusion. 3.8 out of 5 stars, rounded up to 4.
August 11, 2021
A Pleasantly Interesting Love Story
I loved this enemies-to-friends-to romance story. The characters were well crafted. The heroine was strong while maintaining her femininity. The hero was honest in admitting his errors. And the heroine's friends were really fun to read while not taking over the story. Overall, this clean romance, while not inspirational, was a lovely story perfect for enjoying an evening in. If you love clean romance, you will likely enjoy this book.
I loved this enemies-to-friends-to romance story. The characters were well crafted. The heroine was strong while maintaining her femininity. The hero was honest in admitting his errors. And the heroine's friends were really fun to read while not taking over the story. Overall, this clean romance, while not inspirational, was a lovely story perfect for enjoying an evening in. If you love clean romance, you will likely enjoy this book.
September 4, 2018
Beautiful
Laurie is helping a new bride to find her wedding dress. Kelly picks one out from a special collection. She brought her mother & brother. Logan is Kelly's brother and thinks she is marrying to fast. Brennan, has a crush on her, he works at the jewelry story with Laurie's roommate. But Logan is the one.
Laurie is helping a new bride to find her wedding dress. Kelly picks one out from a special collection. She brought her mother & brother. Logan is Kelly's brother and thinks she is marrying to fast. Brennan, has a crush on her, he works at the jewelry story with Laurie's roommate. But Logan is the one.
September 13, 2018
And Something Blue
This,was an interesting story .Laurie had a,great job which she,was,very good at. Logan got off on the,wrong foot, but his presistance actually paid off. A great cast of characters. Small town people from a,special bond. Loved Lauries, roommates.. Hopefully Brennon found someone else as he was a really great guy.over the ending. Gave it 5 stars
This,was an interesting story .Laurie had a,great job which she,was,very good at. Logan got off on the,wrong foot, but his presistance actually paid off. A great cast of characters. Small town people from a,special bond. Loved Lauries, roommates.. Hopefully Brennon found someone else as he was a really great guy.over the ending. Gave it 5 stars
September 21, 2019
Sweet
A sweet romance about two people who meet under challenging circumstances. The man makes her mad and but he sees something in her that intrigues him and he tries hard to make a good second impression. This a love story that slowly draws you in and has you praying that the two get together forever.
A sweet romance about two people who meet under challenging circumstances. The man makes her mad and but he sees something in her that intrigues him and he tries hard to make a good second impression. This a love story that slowly draws you in and has you praying that the two get together forever.
February 4, 2018
So good!
Amelia C. Adams, I love that I was made aware of this series. Thankyou for changing all your books to the name I recognize. I love the humor you carry out through your books it was so much fun to see this couple connect.
Amelia C. Adams, I love that I was made aware of this series. Thankyou for changing all your books to the name I recognize. I love the humor you carry out through your books it was so much fun to see this couple connect.
September 8, 2018
Captivated
I needed a nice contemporary romance to read and this hit the spot. I read it in half a day and didn’t want to put it down. I love the characters and definitely want to read more books about this town.
I needed a nice contemporary romance to read and this hit the spot. I read it in half a day and didn’t want to put it down. I love the characters and definitely want to read more books about this town.
September 10, 2018
Great book.
This was a great start to the series. I loved Logan and Laurie's story so much that I didn't want it to end. Hope to get an update on them in future books. Looking forward to reading the next book.
This was a great start to the series. I loved Logan and Laurie's story so much that I didn't want it to end. Hope to get an update on them in future books. Looking forward to reading the next book.
September 11, 2018
I loved this and couldn't put it down. I know it's a short novella but I wanted more. It ended too quickly for me! I'll have to read the other Main Street Merchant books and hopefully these characters appear in them again.
May 23, 2019
A sweet fast read
This book is perfect for the weekend, pool or beach reading. It is relaxing reading. Is romance a real thing? Can you fall in love in a month or even less? This sweet book will help you believe in love.
This book is perfect for the weekend, pool or beach reading. It is relaxing reading. Is romance a real thing? Can you fall in love in a month or even less? This sweet book will help you believe in love.
October 17, 2019
Good
I really enjoyed this story. There was enough action, tension and drama to keep you engaged. Some expectations were unrealised (Brennan and Kelly?), but the whole story is really good. Loved Laurie, she sure is a 'straight shooter'! A great afternoon's read.
I really enjoyed this story. There was enough action, tension and drama to keep you engaged. Some expectations were unrealised (Brennan and Kelly?), but the whole story is really good. Loved Laurie, she sure is a 'straight shooter'! A great afternoon's read.
November 15, 2019
Not the usual love story
This book touched my heart as Laurie and Logan struggled to work through their many differences and misunderstandings. Traveling with them through their difficult relationship and decision making experiences is a wonderful and often hilarious journey.
This book touched my heart as Laurie and Logan struggled to work through their many differences and misunderstandings. Traveling with them through their difficult relationship and decision making experiences is a wonderful and often hilarious journey.
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