Better with You by Rachael John
Paige Parker has no time for romance. She’s too busy building up her house-flipping business. But when a charming guy comes between her and the house she wants, Paige is a little more torn than she expected. For a girl who’s always gone with her firm business sense, she’s not sure how to trust her heart.
When it comes to dating, Shaun Randall is not about to get serious with anyone. He has his mother to take care of and enough family secrets to keep him running from any girl who gets too close. Spending time with Paige starts out as a means to get the house he wants, but every time he thinks it’s time to bail, he finds himself drawn in a little more.
When is it worth taking a chance on love?
My Review: 4 Stars
BETTER WITH YOU is an awkward dance of laughter and chemistry with some unforgettable characters. From the hilarious first meet, to the last page, Paige and Shaun are a delight. I didn't read the first book and in no way felt lost, just so you know.
Paige is a very spunky and tough girl on the outside, yet her core is soft and sweet. Peeling away those layers was a lot of fun, especially as she emerged as a very likable character. Shaun is adorable from the start and as the story progressed and the reader is treated to a deeper look at him, he became even more endearing.
I enjoyed the plot, situations, and the quirky characters, even in their dramatic times, and want to pick up the first book to catch up on some of these people. This is a fun, clean romance.
Content: mild romance with some light innuendo; very mild implications of emotional/physical abuse
*I received a copy, which did not influence my opinions*
Praise
"I have to say this story was freaking awesome! I breezed through it in an afternoon." "I loved this sweet romance story. The characters were believable and there were some funny moments. I've also read (and loved) the first book in the series, but you could easily read this as a standalone."
EXCERPT
A shuffling noise signaled his entrance, and he came up behind her, his breath tickling the back of her neck. She put a hand up to her ponytail and rubbed it against her neck, suddenly feeling nervous. “Quit reading my notes, Shane.”
“It’s Shaun.”
Crap. She turned around, hugging her notes to her chest. “Sorry.”
He shrugged. “Doesn’t bother me. I’m not the one kissing people and not remembering their name two days later.”
Her mouth dropped open and she quickly shut it, hating how well she’d fallen right into that. “I apologize for kissing you. I hope we can still be professional.”
He took a step toward her and she swallowed, willing her face to appear calm. His eyes were the most beautiful shade of blue.
“I thoroughly enjoyed your kisses. I just wish they were magical enough to make you less determined to buy this place. So, you’re a realtor? Are you here for a client?” He snuck a peek at her notebook, and she pulled it out of his reach.
“Yes, technically I’m a realtor. But mostly I’m a house flipper, and this place is a gold mine.” She ducked around him, sorry that she’d let him goad her into saying that. She was supposed to be talking him out of putting in a bid, not encouraging him. She jogged out the front door, eager to get away from him and put her bid in before the owner had time to consider a second one. With Mr. Charm breathing down her neck, quite literally, she’d have to go somewhere else to crunch the numbers.
Author Rachel John
Rachel John is the author of books filled with awkward humor and sigh-inducing romance. When not burning dinner or chasing kids, Rachel can be found working on family history, writing, reading, or putting off writing by staring at Facebook. She lives in Arizona with her understanding husband, four crazy kids, and a desert tortoise.
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