Publication Date: 09/02/2014
Publisher: Penguin Group
Imprint: Signet Eclipse
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Pages: 336
ISBN-10: 0451419316
ISBN-13: 978-0451419316
(Received for an honest review from Signet Eclipse)
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Synopsis:
New York Times Bestselling Author Vicki Lewis Thompson presents a sweet, sexy novel about saddling up, getting lucky, and finding love....
Sorority sisters Melanie, Astrid, and Valerie have been inseparable since college. Even years after graduating, they still get together to debate their favorite topic: Who is the perfect man?
While growing up on a ranch, Melanie always assumed that she’d marry a cowboy—until a Parisian adventure introduces her to a dashing Texas billionaire and makes her doubt what she really wants….
Astrid’s parents expect her to settle down with someone rich, but when she can’t keep her hands off a hardworking and handsome rancher, her world turns upside down....
After a terrifying accident, Valerie doesn’t expect ever to risk love again—until she meets the one man no woman can resist: a billionaire cowboy....
As the three argue over what makes a man a great catch—a pocketful of dollars or spurs on his boots—they discover that the perfect man is sometimes exactly what you’d least expect....
Thoughts:
When most people think of Vicki Lewis Thompson, werewolves come to mind, not necessarily cowboys. Vicki Lewis Thompson brings readers three stories about three different women who end up the cowboys of their dreams. The Perfect Man tells the story of Melanie, Astrid, and Valerie and what each of them is looking for in the perfect man. Readers who are looking for something different from this author, or just a good cowboy romance, this is the perfect book.
What I liked:
Each of the three stories in this anthology have been previously released from Vicki Lewis Thompson, but having them all together in one book, was a very smart idea. All three women are friends and former sorority sisters, giving them a link to each other and intertwining all of the stories. What do you think makes up the qualities of the perfect man? This is the theme that Thompson is working with here and for these three woman, the answer is a cowboy.
At first I wasn't sure there would be enough realism in these stories for me. Then I thought about it. There are of course billionaire cowboys out there and they do eventually find love. How do they do it? It certainly could have happened any of the three ways that Thompson describes in her book. So, with that decided in my mind I loved all three of these stories.
One Night With a Billionaire
Melanie's story was interesting to me for several reasons. First she goes on a trip to Paris by herself, when both of her friends back out. I love traveling and seeing new places and that struck a cord with me on this one. Who doesn't want to meet the man of her dreams in the city of love? Drew was a great character, charismatic and all cowboy. This was a great story.
Tempted by a Cowboy
Astrid is the wealthy cowgirl in this story. Her veterinary practice brings her into contact with a local rancher and it's on from there. The connection between these two was more than just good chemistry. There love for animals was also very important to the story. Letting Fletcher in on the fact that she was rich was the obstacle here. This was my least favorite of the stories, but it was still good.
Safe in his Arms
Valerie's story was probably the most realistic in my mind. Valerie suffers from PTSD following an accident where she was almost trampled during a concert. She meets the man of her dreams while undergoing Equine Therapy to help her manage her panic attacks. I loved the PTSD angle and thought Thompson did a great job of using humor as well as levity in this story.
What I didn't like:
Since these are all three short stories I run into the same obstacle that I generally have with these. I wanted more time with the characters, a chance to get to know them better. There was just a bit too much love at first sight or almost love at first sight due to the constraints of the form. I will say that I like anthologies and collections that are all from the same author, and this is a good one.
Bottom Line:
Three great cowboy short romances. The Perfect Man is great for those who like their romance quick and easy. Each story had it's own plot line, but all three were tied together with the thread of friendship. If you are looking for something outside the paranormal from this author, this is a very good choice.
The Perfect Man is available NOW from your favorite bookseller.
I'm giving this one 4 out of 5 apples from my book bag!
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1. Please leave a comment. What's the likelihood of three friends finding three cowboy millionaires? This book is so good it's doesn't matter (wink) Good idea for a book or not?
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12 comments:
The idea is very appealing and attractive, wonder how realistic. would read it though since it is intriguing. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
I would say that there is a better chance of getting struck by lightening. Sounds good though!
lag110 at mchsi dot com
Ok, so it's probably not very realistic, but that's why we read them, to find an unexpected connection. I always liked her Nerd books too. Thanks!
Probably 1 in a million!!! Hey, it's fantasy and fiction, an escape that's why I read it!
It's extremely unlikely but sure fun to read about!
Extremely unlikely!
think it's only possible in a book
Not very likely. But hey, it is a book. LOL.
patoct@yahoo.com
I have to agree. If isn't exactly as if a millionaire cowboy resides on every corner. However unlikely the idea of it made for a super collection of stories. You'll just have to read them! Very good.
I'm not sure the idea is very realistic--but then I read to escape, not be grounded in this world.
No, I wouldn't think that there would be much of a chance that would happen. Thanks for having the giveaway.
ayancey1974(at)gmail(dot)com
It's not very realistic in real life but it works for a book!
Thanks for the chance to win!
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