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HOT WHEELS AND HIGH HEELS
"Sassy, sexy and fun. Jane Graves will win your heart." --Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling author
"A delightful, funny read with a unique twist as a former trophy wife discovers herself, and true love, in the most unexpected place. A total winner!" --Susan Mallery, New York Times bestselling author
"Sassy and Smart!" --Susan Andersen, New York Times bestselling author
"Sassy, sexy and fun. Jane Graves will win your heart." --Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling author
"A delightful, funny read with a unique twist as a former trophy wife discovers herself, and true love, in the most unexpected place. A total winner!" --Susan Mallery, New York Times bestselling author
"Sassy and Smart!" --Susan Andersen, New York Times bestselling author
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A funny, fast-paced and irresistible story set in the world of a matchmaking business
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Hurrah! another winner for Jane
3 Oct 2011
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Hurrah! Jane Graves is back to her excellent form in this brand-new book....well, brand-new except for the fact that we loyal readers were introduced to the heroine a few books ago and some of us (including this loyal reader) had written to Jane asking for Alison's story. Here it is and it's a doozy. Funny, warm, delightful plot, lots of empathy.....and some terrific zingers. I have to admit that I wasn't a fan of Bernadette and Jeremy in "Black Ties and Lullabies"; they were neither likable nor believable. In this one, we have three-dimensional, conflicted but very likable hero and heroine. And, as a plus, Heather and Tony (from "Tall Tales and Wedding Veils") are back to play supporting roles.
I should mention that this book obviously takes place today, more or less. There are many references to the drop in the housing market, slow-down of real estate development and other current matters. I liked that as it anchored the book in the here and now. The matchmaking elements of the plot also refer to the real organizations that do this and that, too, makes it feel more real. This is not to say that Jane hasn't used prodigious amounts of creativity; she has, and the book is all the better for both reality and originality.
Highly recommended if you like your romance books with more depth, lots of humor and excellent writing.
I should mention that this book obviously takes place today, more or less. There are many references to the drop in the housing market, slow-down of real estate development and other current matters. I liked that as it anchored the book in the here and now. The matchmaking elements of the plot also refer to the real organizations that do this and that, too, makes it feel more real. This is not to say that Jane hasn't used prodigious amounts of creativity; she has, and the book is all the better for both reality and originality.
Highly recommended if you like your romance books with more depth, lots of humor and excellent writing.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Disappointing.....
7 Nov 2011
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I hate to be the only one not praising this book but this was only a mediocre story. I just never warmed up to Brandon, the lead male character. The only thing he seemed to offer was his good looks. I can't see what Alison saw to make her fall in love with this guy. The whole idea of Brandon making quick money on running his Grandmother's matchmaking business just didn't work for me. I understand Alison wanting to find her "soul mate" but this was all there was to her. Both of the lead characters seemed one dimensional. There's just no depth to this story.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Loved it!
6 Oct 2011
Format:Mass Market Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
What a completely wonderful book! Alison Carter is a realistic representation of every woman, in that she's not a perfect size 2, she goes on a LOT of bad (hilarious) dates, drives a Toyota, and has a regular job. She's not being chased by bad guys, she's not an heiress with no concern for money, and she's not a brilliant scientist with evidence that could put away the mob. She drinks too much occasionally (don't we all!) and then deals with the hangover, she's been friends with the same person since junior high, and her father is a pain in the butt. What makes Alison such a wonderful character, in my opinion, is her ability to fall off the horse again and again and get back up - again and again, each time with a renewed sense of optimism. Alison believes the best in everyone. As much as it hurt my heart each time hers was broken, it made me wish I could be a little more like her.
Brandon is also a very realistic character; he's no millionaire with secret James Bond-like abilities who will swoop in at the last minute and save the girl. He's a good-looking guy, a hard worker with a hard past, he's been affected (like all of us) by the bad economy, and he has a plan to make some quick cash to finance his next real estate deal. His plan is a little flawed (a guy running a matchmaking service??), but it's a good plan - until he meets Alison. Brandon's repeated attempts to set her up with Mr. Right made me laugh out loud. Alison's recaps of her dates were just priceless!
Heartstrings and Diamond Rings was well worth the price and the time spent reading it.
I need another Jane Graves novel - fast!
Brandon is also a very realistic character; he's no millionaire with secret James Bond-like abilities who will swoop in at the last minute and save the girl. He's a good-looking guy, a hard worker with a hard past, he's been affected (like all of us) by the bad economy, and he has a plan to make some quick cash to finance his next real estate deal. His plan is a little flawed (a guy running a matchmaking service??), but it's a good plan - until he meets Alison. Brandon's repeated attempts to set her up with Mr. Right made me laugh out loud. Alison's recaps of her dates were just priceless!
Heartstrings and Diamond Rings was well worth the price and the time spent reading it.
I need another Jane Graves novel - fast!
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