Book Review: Getting Lucky by Carolyn Brown
Published by: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Released: January 2010
5 Heart Review
Getting Lucky Amazon Link
I ADORED THIS BOOK!
That’s the main thing you should know about my thoughts on Getting Lucky by Carolyn Brown. You should also know that cowboy romances are some of my least favorite and somehow not only did I enjoy this one, I can say this was by far one of the best books I’ve read in a long time.
Here’s the book description:
One Stubborn Cowboy Who’s More Than Willing To Cross Horns
When single dad Griffin Luckadeau thinks his new neighbor is scheming to steal his ranch out from under him to benefit her own daughter, sparks really being to fly…
One Hotheaded Schoolteacher Who Doesn’t Take Guff From Anybody
Julie Donovan moves to town, determined to leave her troubles behind. As soon as she meets the absolutely infuriating, oh-so-sexy cowboy next door, things quickly go from bad to worse…
Until these two Texas hotheads admit that it’s fate that brought them together, running from the inevitable is only going to bring them a double dose of miserable…
Everything about this book stood out for me. The writing is first rate – it’s smooth and enticing and makes you want to read every word. Since I’ve been known to scan over a few “boring” paragraphs in books before, that’s a big statement for me.
There is so much to this story and it never seems to overwhelm. I love how Carolyn added to the story with side plots and characters instead of taking away from Griffin and Julie.
It’s been a long time since anything close to a sweet romance did it for me. Lately, they’ve all made me want to scream that no one is that naive or goody-goody all the time. That’s why this book rocks. It has the timeline of a sweet romance, a way more believable timeframe where the hero and heroine really fall in love, but with the awesome hotness still sizzling between them. It’s a hybrid I hope I see more of!
I loved how seriously Carolyn’s characters seemed to take falling in love with each other, and how they considered what it meant for their kids and families. This story rang true with every page I read. Amazing that after reading so many Paranormals and Urban Fantasies (I love both don’t get me wrong), how I could connect so much with a book that read like seeing into my next door neighbor’s diary.
An insanely fantastic book, Carolyn Brown wowed me with this book and her expertise in crafting a perfect romance. Put me down as her newest Super Fan!
Check out Carolyn’s Website here.
Read the fun interview I did with Carolyn here.
Have any of you read Carolyn’s books before? What did you think? If not, what author have you read lately that really seemed to stick out above and beyond the rest?
I didn't like this quite so much..Julie annoyed me a bit with her outbursts.
ReplyDeleteI do agree with the nice pacing of the romance...it actually makes sense in real life! :)
I actually liked this book although at times it seems that the story was actually longer than it needed to be.
ReplyDeleteI have this series on my TBR pile to read. Good job on your review!
ReplyDeleteShe wowed you, awesome Cheekyreads :) and it's the kind of read I can't get enough of but usually don't find often LOL I don't have enough cowboys on my shelves, really, perhaps a handful of them so going to check it out.
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU for an awesome review. I'm tempted to frame it and hang it on the wall for those days when I need inspiration.
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I still have to read this one, love your review, I love cowboys and the covers of this trilogy!
ReplyDeleteNice review. Just came across your blog and now I'm a new follower! I see many, many books being added to my TBR list, after finding your blog.
ReplyDeleteHaven't read anything by this author, but this sounds like a really great book. Thanks for the review.
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