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Must Love Dogs by Claire Cook
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Must Love Dogs by Claire Cook

Must Love Dogs by Claire Cook follows forty-year-old Sarah Hurlihy, a recently divorced preschool teacher who struggles with getting back out there into the dating market. Her sister sets up a personal ad for her and soon enough, Sarah is forced into the world of first time dating and awkward messages on her phone. Sarah is joined in the book by her hilarious cast of family, many of whom struggle as well in the dating world, as well as a few significant men in her new dating world.

Warm and charming, I found Must Love Dogs to be a must read and I’m glad that I finally had the opportunity to sink my teeth into it. I found Sarah’s journey post-divorce to be an honest portrayal of someone who hasn’t completely lost hope but is taking it incredibly cautious. The book is filled with witty observations about men and marriage and the heartache of dating. Honest and often times humorous, this book is an absolute must read.

[Rating 4.5-5]

June 1, 2012
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Future Tour: What a Texas Girl Wants by Kristina Knight
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Future Tour: What a Texas Girl Wants by Kristina Knight

Kathleen Witte is a down-to-earth girl. She has to be, with the family ranch on the verge of success. After seven months of keeping it all together by swearing off men, however, Kathleen needs a bit of fun in the sun. Waking up with a husband she can’t remember isn’t how she planned to blow off steam.

The last thing Jackson Taylor wants in his life is a down-to-earth girl. He has four weeks of freedom in which to find his birth mother. He’s done well avoiding commitment until now, so when he wakes up on a Mexican beach with Kathleen his first reaction is curiosity. When he spies the matching wedding rings on their left hands curiosity turns to concern.

Neither Jackson nor Kathleen want to stay married, but when her family shows up, they have no choice. Once back in Texas, however, can they keep this all-business marriage from turning into an all-consuming love?

May 31, 2012
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Beauty Review: Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub
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Beauty Review: Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub

I admit – I am a girl, and I like pink. When I started looking for a new exfoliating scrub, the Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub…

May 31, 2012
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On Tour: BaSatai Outside In by Suzan Battah
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On Tour: BaSatai Outside In by Suzan Battah

Suzan will be on tour June 4-25 with her novel BaSatai: Outside In Seventeen year old, Armani Radnelaq a full blooded BaSatai is plagued by…

May 30, 2012
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Willow Pond by Carol Tibaldi
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Willow Pond by Carol Tibaldi

Carol Tibaldi is currently on tour with CLP Blog Tours and Willow Pond. I was really curious about this book as it is set just after the Roaring Twenties, an era that I am in love with. Seriously, I can’t tell you how many times I have dressed up as a flapper for Halloween or costume parties. I love it! The story revolves around the kidnapping of Laura’s infant son, Todd. Snatched out from under the nanny’s nose, Todd’s kidnapping makes headline news because his father is a famous movie star and Laura is a popular author. Laura’s Aunt Virginia is also infamous as one of New York’s toughest and most successful speakeasy owners, and is known to be flourishing in the bootlegging business. After Todd is taken, eyes turn to Virginia, who may know more about the abduction than she is letting on. A new romance in Laura’s life also shakes things up in her world, but her most important quest is getting Todd back. Will she ever be reunited with her son?
The story started off a bit slow for me. There was a lot of changing of POV’s, which threw me for a loop. I think a few could have been eliminated, and it could have been much easier to follow. I did really enjoy the ending though. A lot of action started happening and I found myself flipping pages quickly to try to keep up with the storyline. I think the writing could have been a bit tighter as a whole, and there were a few scenarios that could have been cut out completely, letting the story move along quickly throughout, but a good debut novel nonetheless.
[Rating: 3.5]

May 30, 2012
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The Making of Us by Lisa Jewell
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The Making of Us by Lisa Jewell

The Making of Us by Lisa Jewell begins with Daniel, a man facing his last days of life. His friend Maggie sits with him as he tells the story of his life and reminisces both his regrets and secrets- one of the biggest being the children he has never met and more than likely never will. The three children all have very different lives and the novel picks up with each of them- Lydia, Dean, and Robyn. We learn quickly about the challenges that each of them faces and the way not knowing their father has changed them. Their respective lives all come to a hault and they find themselves looking for something … little do they know that they will find their way into each other’s lives. Will they find what they are looking for? Will having siblings be the missing pieces to their lives?

Endearing yet poignant, The Making of Us definitely has it all. I was very excited to get my hands on this one when I received the review request and I am glad to say that I was not dissappointed. I loved the character development and felt that the novel had a ton of heart. I found myself rooting for Lydia, Dean, and Robyn as they ventured into their pasts individually and their futures together. An absolutely fantastic book with a story line unlike anything I’ve ever read before. Lisa Jewell has just added another reader to her list of fans!

[Rating: 4.5/5]

May 30, 2012
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Future Tour: Fatty Patty by Kathleen Irene Paterka
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Future Tour: Fatty Patty by Kathleen Irene Paterka

Kathleen will be on tour August 6-27 with her novel Fatty Patty Small towns, long memories. Everyone in the exclusive summer resort of James Bay,…

May 29, 2012
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Blog Tour Sign Up: Last Minute Love by Romi Moondi
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Blog Tour Sign Up: Last Minute Love by Romi Moondi

Romi will be on tour in September with her chick lit novel Last Minute Love, the sequel to Year of the Chick! Please use the…

May 29, 2012
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Charming Tuesday: A Beauty Favorite
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Charming Tuesday: A Beauty Favorite

Charming Tuesday Product of the Week: Bronzer

Samantha’s Must-Have:

I’m a big fan of bronzer, especially since I gave up tanning beds a few years back. It took me a bit to find a good product and learn how to apply it properly, but for years bronzer has been a staple in my makeup bag. Lately I have been using Too Faced Peach Leopard Brightening & Perfecting Bronzer. Too Faced is one of my favorite lines, so when I was looking for a new bronzer I scoped them out right away. They have many different options, but I have found the Peach Leopard works best for me. I would definitely recommend Too Faced for your bronzer needs!

Sara’s Must-Have:

Living in Texas, one tends to spend a lot of time out in the sun and most gals typically develop a summery tan all by themselves. Well, not this gal. I typically hide in the shade and slather on the sunscreen whenever I get a chance, so usually, I have to fake a tan. I am a huge fan of bronzer, both liquid and powder and about three years ago, I stumbled on to Estee Lauder Sun Goddess Liquid Bronzer. At first, I was a little intimidated by how dark the liquid looked in the bottle, but that passed quickly. I dab on a few drops here and there and spread it evenly on all of the usual “sun kissed spots” and it looks very realistic. The product doesn’t have much of a smell and is fast drying…and bonus, it is very buildable!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BRONZER? LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW AND LET US KNOW.

May 29, 2012
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