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A collection of heartwarming holiday stories from today's stars of passionate romance--Linda Lael Miller, Catherine Mulvany, Julie Leto, and Roxanne St. Claire! Linda Lael Miller delivers a holiday miracle in the bittersweet tale of a young woman who can't hide her broken heart -- or her past -- when she returns to her hometown. But a sexy widower may just help her discover the true meaning of home in "Christmas of the Red Chiefs." Catherine Mulvany spins a fairy tale come true in "Once Upon a Christmas." They flirted as teenagers, but it takes time -- and some divine intervention -- to bring two star-crossed lovers together at last. Julie Leto pairs fire and ice in "Meltdown," the sensual tale of a Cuban-American PR whiz whose job description includes thawing out her CEO boss's frosty image. Will their sparks torch into flames of passion? Roxanne St. Claire unwraps the thrills of Christmas in New York, where a female bodyguard toys with a dangerous desire for a mysterious hunk while protecting his young daughter. It's a risky game with passion as the prize in "You Can Count on Me."… (más)
Two stories were very good, and two I abandoned. In Christmas of the Red Chiefs, Sarah returns to her hometown with her pre-teen stepdaughter in tow, after her husband's untimely death. She's staying with an aunt, and across the street from widower Joe, and his twins who are constantly dressing as the "Red Chiefs". Thanks to the twins' antics, Delores and some good old tincture of time, Sarah's brokenness starts to heal. In once upon a Christmas, Hailey returns to her hometown. And her old flame Kennedy is there. But this year, his twin brother Thomas, is the one catching her eye. ( )
I only read the Roxanne St. Clair entry, which was a freebie on her site a couple of years ago.
I figured out whodunnit the minute s/he showed up. That the hero was ex-KGB and hadn't actually vetted that individual personally was TSTL. That the heroine allowed herself the distraction of the hero, in bed with him within hours of meeting him WHILE she was on HER FIRST job where she was trying to prove herself was TSTL. These two people are supposedly professionals.
Yes, it's a short story/novella. No, it doesn't get a pass on that basis. ( )
I purchaed this book specifically for this story. I'm a huge fan of St. Claire's and especially her Bullet Catcher Series. YOU CAN COUNT ON ME, is actually the third book her this series.
YOU CAN COUNT ON ME HAS BEEN NOMINATED FOR THE 2007 RITA AWARD!
Roxanne's characters are always full of heat, heart, spunk, charm and her latest bodyguard Raquel Durand is no exception. There is a scene in the limo with a sexy Russian and some vodka that will knock your socks off!
If you haven't read any of the series, here's a profile of Raquel from the author's website:
"Raquel Durant is about to get the promotion of her dreams. She's worked for three years as Lucy's right hand investigator, helping run The Bullet Catchers while she launched extensive background checks on suspects, tracked missing people and generally Made Things Happen like no one else. But Raquel is ready for field work and in December, she gets her first assignment. However, nothing about the "simple" job is simple...starting with the sexy fomer KGB agent who takes Raquel on a search for missing Faberge eggs and teaches her an entirely new technique for drinking vodka. And it doesn't involve...clothes. "
Again, Roxanne St.Claire has delighted this reader and fan of The Bullet Catchers! You won't want to miss this entertaining series.
You Can Count On Me is part of I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS!
I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS - October 2006 NYT Bestseller ( )
Información procedente del conocimiento común inglés.Edita para encontrar en tu idioma.
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 1-114) To my Uncle Harry, who was the best Sant Clause Northport ever had
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 1-114) I wish to acknowledge the talent, insight, patience, and skill of my longtime editor, Amy Pierpont, Thanks, Amy. I learned so much from you.
Once Upon a Christmas by Catherine Mulvany (p. 115-226) Special thanks to Torey Lehman, Tina Burts, Maggie Crawford, Meredith Bernstein, Janis McCurry, the Cherries, and last but not least, the Looney Binners.
Meltdown by Julie Leto (p. 227-326) To Suezette and Lulu and all the Sucias who have been so generous to me all year round. Besitos y abrazos, mi amigas!
To the Klapka family, for the inspiration of our illustrious Thanksgiving holiday cruise. This landlubber would not have enjoyed the open seas if not for all the family fun!
And to the Leto family, for making Christmas an experience to be anticipated and savored all year round.
You Can Count on Me by Roxanne St. Claire (p. 327-421) For Debbie Macomb and Linda Lael Miller, great writers and great women, who not only pave the rocky road, they shed light, hold my hand, guide and inspire me every step of the way. Thank you!
Primeras palabras
Información procedente del conocimiento común inglés.Edita para encontrar en tu idioma.
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 85) The bus door opened with a pneumatic whoosh,alongside the Mega-Pumper gas station, and expelled my twelve-year-old stepdaughter Marlie and me on the exhale.
Once Upon a Christmas by Catherine Mulvany (p. 115-226) Hailey Miller threaded her way through the crowded main hall of Crescentville High School even though she knew the detour would make her late for P.E.
Meltdown by Julie Leto (p. 227-326) Simon Brennan stared up from the account sheets in front of his as his public relations manger fumbled with the video camera on the other side of his desk.
You Can Count on Me by Roxanne St. Claire (p. 327-421) Whoompf!
Citas
Información procedente del conocimiento común inglés.Edita para encontrar en tu idioma.
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 85) Hi, Want to come over for coffee? I need an excuse not to write.
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 85) Shame on you. You have a deadline.
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 85) Have pity. I'm really stuck.
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 85) Okay.
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 86) Is there any pumpkin pie left?
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 86) But come anyway.
Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 87) Dear Dad--We want a mom for Christmas. Sarah doesn't have a husband so maybe you cud get her. She's pretty and she sounds nice wen she reads. Love, Ryan and Sam and Dodger.
You Can Count on Me by Roxanne St. Claire (p. 419-421) Grigori Nyekovic 835 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10021
December 31, 2006
Ms. Lucy Sharpe CEO, The Bullet Catchers 1 Clifton Point Road Astor Cove, NY 10536
Dear Lucy, Three weeks ago, when your newest staff member, Raquel Durant, was assigned to provide personal protection to my daughter, Kristina, we agreed that I would observe your employee's performance and provide you with a complete assessment of her capabilities. Since we are long time friends, one-time emeries, and will no doubt work toghetier in the future I will be entirely forthright in this evaluation. I know you appreciate candor. Over the course of the past three weeks, I have had the opportunity to witness the range of unique and remarkable talents Ms. Durant brought to her assignment. She possesses sharp withs, the capacity to anticipate and thwart any threats, amazing resourcefulness in obtaining information, and a tremendous aptitude and willingness to learn hew skills and techniques. She embraced a range of physically challenging activities, and with every one, she demonstrated an ability to use her well-developed physical prowess along with her keen intellect, her exceptional mental focus, and her clear vision of the overall goal of her assignment. For these reasons and countless others--including her infinite capacity for selfless acts of heroism--Raquel Durant will make an exceptional Bullet Catcher. Very best regards, Grigori Nyekovic
P.S. Thank you for agreeing to extend Raquel's assignment so that she can accompany Kristina and me to Russia for the unveiling of ht eh four Favrege eggs in St. Petersburg, Upon our return, I plan to spend most of the next year based in new York and will require the constant companionship of a security specialist. I am looking for someone who is willing to work very closely with me as I undertake several consulting jobs, some requiring extensive international travel, for the CIA. I'll need someone intelligent, strong, alert, fearless, protective, and trustworthy. No doubt that describes all of the extraordinary individuals who who for you. But I also request someone who has finely tuned verbal skills, top-shelf technological capabilities, and a mean uppercut. I would appreciate your limiting your selection to the most beautiful woman on your staff, one who has shown outstanding skills at competitive Russian social activities and exceptional undercover work.
P.P.S You know I'd fall in love with her, didn't you?
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Christmas of the Red Chiefs by Linda Lael Miller (p. 1-114) "What do you say we go over to the B-and-B, lock ourselves in our room, and have ourselves a merry little Christmas?
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Do not combine Christmas of the Red Chiefs in this anthology with the single title ebook Linda Lael Miller had published.
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A collection of heartwarming holiday stories from today's stars of passionate romance--Linda Lael Miller, Catherine Mulvany, Julie Leto, and Roxanne St. Claire! Linda Lael Miller delivers a holiday miracle in the bittersweet tale of a young woman who can't hide her broken heart -- or her past -- when she returns to her hometown. But a sexy widower may just help her discover the true meaning of home in "Christmas of the Red Chiefs." Catherine Mulvany spins a fairy tale come true in "Once Upon a Christmas." They flirted as teenagers, but it takes time -- and some divine intervention -- to bring two star-crossed lovers together at last. Julie Leto pairs fire and ice in "Meltdown," the sensual tale of a Cuban-American PR whiz whose job description includes thawing out her CEO boss's frosty image. Will their sparks torch into flames of passion? Roxanne St. Claire unwraps the thrills of Christmas in New York, where a female bodyguard toys with a dangerous desire for a mysterious hunk while protecting his young daughter. It's a risky game with passion as the prize in "You Can Count on Me."
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