When Miranda Woodruff's
fiance left her three years ago, he left gaps both in her heart and
in the backstory of her television show, From the
Ground Up. Miranda's
on-screen personality has a husband who taught her everything she
knows about home building. So when rumors and questions arise about
her husband, Miranda agrees to pretend to be married. Finding a
pretend husband turns out to be easier than expected. However, when
attractive reporter Matthew Knox begins poking around, Miranda finds
her on-screen story and her real life both wearing thin. Will Miranda
sacrifice everything to save her show? Or will she find that truth
really will set her free? Read more in Made to
Last by Melissa Tagg.
I enjoyed Made
to Last, Melissa Tagg's
debut novel. This book had a lot of hype and it took a little longer
than I would have liked for the story to “hook” me. However, once
I really got into it, the story offered refreshing originality and
Tagg's writing style was lovely. Though it's classified as a
romantic comedy, Made to Last,
has plenty of depth and development. I cheered for the characters as
they faced life's challenges and lessons.
Just a heads up to anyone
who, like me, is keen on plenty of resolution. The ending was sweet,
but there were several unresolved situations and issues. It appears
that there will be another book that continues Blake's story.
However, from the synopsis I read, it doesn't appear that Miranda and
Matthew are a focus of the story. This leads me to assume that those
issues will mostly likely not be addressed.
Overall, Made
to Last is a sweet and
entertaining story. However, I recommend renting before purchasing if
you have an issue with stories that lack resolution.
Visit the publisher's website to read an excerpt from Made to Last by Melissa Tagg.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book
free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive
review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing
this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part
255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials
in Advertising."
Saturday, December 14, 2013
Friday, December 13, 2013
Rebellious Heart by Jody Hedlund
Susanna Smith and Benjamin
Ross both seek an advantageous marriage to improve their station in
life. Susanna comes from a financially comfortable family, but was
denied access to higher learning. She's determined to marry well so
that she can maintain her school for girls. Ben is a good lawyer,
but his humble background has always deprived him of the respect that
his actions merited. A wealthy wife would propel him into the world
of the elite and open opportunities that would otherwise be closed.
When Susanna helps a runaway slave, she finds herself turning to Ben
for advice and protection. Yet, he is far from safe. Many Colonists
resent the British and Ben's ideas seem almost rebellious. Will
Susanna and Ben obtain desirable matches? Or will they find a love
worth more than aspirations?
Rebellious Heart by Jody Hedlund is a stand-alone novel of drama and romance. I loved that this book was based on a real-life couple from Colonial times. The story line hooked me from the beginning and carried my interest throughout the book. Ben and Susanna both underwent deep character development, but the plot never stagnated as they dealt with their issues. Overall, Rebellious Heart was a great read. I was slightly disappointed with the ending. While it was sweet, I felt it left certain things unresolved. I'll definitely keep the book and read it again. However, some readers may find the lack of complete resolution off-putting.
Read an excerpt from Rebellious Heart by Jody Hedlund on the publisher's website.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Rebellious Heart by Jody Hedlund is a stand-alone novel of drama and romance. I loved that this book was based on a real-life couple from Colonial times. The story line hooked me from the beginning and carried my interest throughout the book. Ben and Susanna both underwent deep character development, but the plot never stagnated as they dealt with their issues. Overall, Rebellious Heart was a great read. I was slightly disappointed with the ending. While it was sweet, I felt it left certain things unresolved. I'll definitely keep the book and read it again. However, some readers may find the lack of complete resolution off-putting.
Read an excerpt from Rebellious Heart by Jody Hedlund on the publisher's website.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
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