KISS ME IN CHRISTMAS
Christmas, Colorado #6
Debbie Mason
Releasing February 23rd, 2016
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Actress Chloe O'Connor has become America's sweetheart, but back in little Christmas, Colorado, she's still remembered as a shy, awkward schoolgirl. And there's no one she dreads (and secretly wants) to see more than her high school crush, Easton McBride. Just one look from the former star quarterback and it's like she's instantly transformed from daytime drama queen to tongue-tied teenager. She's kissed Hollywood actors and famous cover models, so she can certainly play it cool while turning up the heat, right?
After an injury ended his military career, Easton McBride built a good life in the rugged countryside of his hometown. And the last thing he needs is his quiet solitude shattered by a high-maintenance temptress who isn't anything like the sweet Chloe he misses. While he enjoys the flirtation with this new bold and beautiful woman, he can't help but wonder whether a kiss could have the power to bring back the small-town girl he's grown to love.
I must say that Debbie Mason pulled it off. I don't know how, but she managed to redeem a spoiled, self-indulgent, button pushing heroine and make KISS ME IN CHRISTMAS one of my favorite books in the Christmas, Colorado series!
You met Chloe in the previous book, Snowbound In Christmas where it seems that someone might be out to kill her. Her twin sister Cat was her body-guard/go-fer who was trying to protect her. Then an actor named Grayson was hired and both sisters took a liking to him, but Cat won the prize. Chloe acted horribly and even alienated her own family.
Now she's back in Christmas for her sister's engagement and for a little while, she still was plotting with Grayson's grandmother. And then, she kept running into Easton McBride, Cat's high school flame. He remembers all too well the trouble Chloe caused between him and Cat. He's a strong and sexy man and he doesn't put up with Chloe's drama.
Soon, the two end up being roommates at Easton's old cabin and the story takes a hilarious turn. You will love how Ms Mason peels back the layers with Chloe, the way her mind works, and finding that Chloe does have a good heart. The chemistry between her and Easton sizzles and makes KISS ME IN CHRISTMAS a joy to read. As a couple, they truly bring out the best in each other. I truly loved the changes and growing that Chloe did. She will always be a high-maintenance woman who will keep Easton on his toes. Somehow, I don't think he minds. What a fun book!
Excerpt #6
"Yeah,
I can see that. Just wondering if it's the guys buzzing around your girl like
she's a honey pot or your pink house setting you off," Chance said.
"She's not my . . . What do
they think they're doing? Do you see that?
They stole those flowers they're giving her from my window boxes."
He didn't wait for his brother's
response. Though he doubted Chance could make one since he was laughing again. Easton
One of the four men hanging around
her chair looked up and said something to her. She leaned forward with a wide,
welcoming smile. "Surprise!"
Now how was he supposed to stay mad
at her when she was looking at him with excited anticipation on her gorgeous
face? Easy, he told himself, she'd
painted his house pink and threw out his furniture and appliances without
consulting him. And she'd spent what must have been a crapload of money
remodeling a place he planned to tear down. All because he'd lied to her. And
if he told her the truth now, she'd be humiliated and hurt.
She looked away and said something
to the men. They walked off, but not before a couple of them shot him warning
glances. Chloe unhooked her umbrella from the back of the chair and stood up,
smoothing a hand down her body-hugging dress. As she walked toward him, she
searched his face with a nervous look on hers. "You're mad at me. You hate
it, don't you?"
He shoved his hands in the front
pockets of his jeans. "No, just a little surprised." He glanced at
the cabin. "It's kind of . . .
girly."
"But you said you liked
pink." She looked up at him through her long lashes, and her shoulders
sagged. "You were being sarcastic. Cat says I'm not very good at picking
up on sarcasm." She caught her bottom lip between her teeth and glanced
over her shoulder. "I guess I could ask them to repaint it."
"Jesus, no, don't do that. I'll
get used to it." He only had to live with it for another couple of months.
A look of relief spread across her
face. "They've all worked so hard today, I'd hate to ask them to stay
longer."
"You wanna tell me why you're
talking with a Southern accent?"
Her cheeks pinked. "I pick up
accents easily. The foreman's originally from Savannah
So that explained the British
accent. She spent too much time with Dame Alexander.
"Chloe, honey," his
brother said, coming up beside him. "You completely transformed the
place."
"You like it?" she asked
with a hopeful smile.
"Are you kidding me? It's
amazing. Suits my brother to a tee. He secretly loves pink, you know."
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Debbie Mason is the USA Today bestselling author of the Christmas, Colorado series. Her books have been praised for their "likable characters, clever dialogue and juicy plots" (RT Book Reviews). She also writes historical paranormals as Debbie Mazzuca. Her MacLeod series has received several nominations for best paranormal as well as a Holt Medallion Award of Merit. When she isn't writing or reading, Debbie enjoys spending time with her very own real-life hero, their four wonderful children, an adorable grandbaby, and a yappy Yorkie named Bella.
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Thanks, Crystal. It was such a good story.
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DeleteThis is such a great story. I really loved it. I learned so much about Chloe. Nice review.
ReplyDeleteI was worried, but Debbie pulled it off. I laughed so hard with this book.Chloe was hysterical.
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