IRRESISTIBLE by Susan Mallery

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IRRESISTIBLE (The Buchanans: Book 2)
Author: Susan Mallery
Source: Contest Win
  • Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: HQN Books; Reissue edition (February 1, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0373775105
  • ISBN-13: 978-0373775101
SYNOPSIS:
When ex-Marine Walker Buchanan stops to help Elissa Towers change a tire, he tells himself it’s just the neighborly thing to do. And when Elissa finds herself baking him a thank-you pie, she’s just returning the favor…right?
Both of them have sworn off dating—Elissa’s determined to protect her little girl, and that means ditching her taste for dangerous men…especially former Marines with dark secrets. Walker knows that he’s not cut out for hearth and home…his own crazy family made sure of that. But the sparks won’t stop flying between them.
Now the two are struggling to keep their relationship “just friends,” but with every kiss, their rules fly out the window… 
MY THOUGHTS:
I loved this book even more than the first book in the series.  I was so glad that Walker’s book was the next in the series.  This had more of the relationship progression that I like instead of the on again/off again that most romance books have. The relationship between Walker and Elissa slowly builds until the end.  I will say that near the end I found myself with a little bit of tears in my eyes, and that was mainly because of what Elissa’s daughter Zoe says to Walker.  It is such a sweet and tender scene in the book.  Another great book by a talented author that never disappoints. I am so happy I found this authors books.  The author knows how to capture your interest in the book and will keep you hanging on until the last chapter.  This could easily be read as a stand alone book, but I do recommend reading the first book, Delicious, first so you can understand the other characters involved better.

MY RATING:

Outstanding Book That Will Stay On My Bookshelf
For Rereading!

WEEKLY GIVEAWAY/CONTEST

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Here is this weeks giveaway contest.
  At times, there will be more than one book, but most of the time I will be featuring a weekly giveaway of one book. For these giveaways, I will NOT contact you if you win.  I will announce the winner and you will have 48 hours to respond.  If I don’t hear from you.  the book will be passed to the next winner in line. 
Now here is the book(s) for this week and the rules will follow after the description:
( Slightly Used Copies) 
Click on the image to go to the authors website for descriptions of each book.

GIVEAWAY RULES:

1. You must be a follower to enter.
2. Contest is only available to the USA.  
Sorry, but limited funds at this moment in time. 
This could change later.
3.  Leave a comment on this post.

OPTIONAL: 

4. Mention the contest on your blog for +1 extra entry.
(Please post the link in a separate comment to qualify.)
5.  Tweet about this contest for +1 extra entry. 
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6. Follow me on Twitter for +1 extra entry.
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This contest is open until 4/5/2010 with the winner being announced on 4/6/2010.
Good luck!

WINNER!

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I used Random.org to pick the winner for the weekly giveaway.  The winner for the 2 books by Joey W. Hill is:
 
Please email me within 48 hours with your mailing address at:
djsfoxylady@gmail.com
Please include in the subject line WEEKLY WINNER
Thanks to all who entered and I have another great weekly giveaway to post in just a bit so be sure to check back shortly.

A Few Reminders for Tomorrow

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I just wanted to take a minute to remind everyone of some things that are happening tomorrow.
First of all, here are a few releases that will be coming out tomorrow:
3/30 Silver Borne by Patricia Briggs
3/30 Succubus Shadows by Rachel Mead
3/30 Never Cry werewolf (Crimson Moon Novels) by L.A. Banks
3/30 Forbidden Passion by Rita Herron
3/30 Beyond the Darkness by Alexandra Ivy 
Also, tonight is the last chance to enter my weekly contest for the set of 2 Joey W. Hill books. You can still enter on my contest page at the top.  Tomorrow marks a new weekly giveaway so be sure to check back for this weeks great books!
I also have an interview with author Susan Mallery coming up as well. I will be adding it to my sidebar later, so be on the lookout to mark your calendars!

DELICIOUS by Susan Mallery

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DELICIOUS (The Buchanan’s: Book 1)
Author: Susan Mallery
Source: Contest Win
  • Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: HQN Books (February 1, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0373770561
  • ISBN-13: 978-0373770564
SYNOPSIS:

Cal Buchanan needs a top-flight chef to take over his failing Seattle restaurant, The Waterfront. He can afford to hire the best in town-the only problem is that the best happens to be his ex-wife, Penny Jackson.Penny really needs this opportunity, but she doesn’t need the distraction of working with her ex. She’s sworn off romance-she’s even having a baby on her own. But before she knows it, the heat is on and the attraction between her and Cal moves from a low simmer to a full boil!The rest should be easy as pie, but a secret from Cal’s past could spoil everything. Maybe it’s true that too many cooks spoil the broth-or maybe two is enough to make it irresistible.
MY THOUGHTS:
I can’t help it. I am so in love with this authors writing style and her true romantic plots. To me, this author has perfected the art of writing romance novels. The characters are smart, wonderful and interesting. The plot always flows nicely and at the right pace.  
In this book, the main characters get a second chance at making love work. Even with Penny being pregnant, Cal still loves her.  They start out working together and it blossoms into love all over again.  Each one has some things to work through individually, but they find working together makes it easier.  I also love how the author introduced the rest of the family that will be in future books of this series.  After reading this one, you will be anxious to read what will happen with each Buchanan involved. Even though you will hate their Grandmother Gloria, you will still want to see what the old bat will do in the following books. Maybe she will get what is coming to her in those as well. 
Overall a wonderful and romantic book with witty humor and brilliant characters that will keep you warm at night and hungry for even more of this food family business!
MY RATING:

Outstanding Book That Will Stay On My Bookshelf
For Rereading!