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Under Cover
Sweet Strangers
Renee Jardin never meant to become the world's most sought-after thief. But the minute she walks out of her biotech firm accidentally carrying "The Cure" -- the most important scientific discovery of the century -- she's on the run from ruthless bioengineers, cops, and the U.S. government. Desperate to lose her trackers, Renee lays a full-body kiss on the first gorgeous guy she sees...a kiss that she gets back with a toe-curling vengeance. N.S.A. agent James Axelrod never thought apprehending his suspect would be so easy, and so sinfully arousing...or that he would consider taking her into custody in the privacy of his own bedroom...
Lovely Lies
Peter Random lost everything when he was outwitted by that goody-goody Renee Jardin. Late in his rent, his job gone, Peter vows he'll never let anyone get close enough to burn him again. So why can't he seem to tell Lori Jamieson and her troubles to hit the road? It isn't just her hot bod and full lips -- although those have a magic he can't deny. Something about the damsel in distress makes Peter want to wrap her in his strong arms and prove that a bad boy can be very, very good, especially when it's between the sheets...
Delightful Deception
At the biotech firm, they call her Thea "I.Q." Foster -- "I.Q." for either Intelligence Quotient or Ice Queen, depending. Slipping the Cure into Renee's tote bag was satisfying revenge, but now that the fun's over, Thea sets her sights on a new challenge: sarcastic, secretive Jimmy Scrye. Cracking open his hard shell would be a real game, but Jimmy's more than Thea's match. He's got a few ideas for turning the tables on the brainy scientist...sensual, erotic fantasy ideas that just might change those letters in her name to "Incredible," "Insatiable," and "Quivering with delight"...
Renee Jardin never meant to become the world's most sought-after thief. But the minute she walks out of her biotech firm accidentally carrying "The Cure" -- the most important scientific discovery of the century -- she's on the run from ruthless bioengineers, cops, and the U.S. government. Desperate to lose her trackers, Renee lays a full-body kiss on the first gorgeous guy she sees...a kiss that she gets back with a toe-curling vengeance. N.S.A. agent James Axelrod never thought apprehending his suspect would be so easy, and so sinfully arousing...or that he would consider taking her into custody in the privacy of his own bedroom...
Lovely Lies
Peter Random lost everything when he was outwitted by that goody-goody Renee Jardin. Late in his rent, his job gone, Peter vows he'll never let anyone get close enough to burn him again. So why can't he seem to tell Lori Jamieson and her troubles to hit the road? It isn't just her hot bod and full lips -- although those have a magic he can't deny. Something about the damsel in distress makes Peter want to wrap her in his strong arms and prove that a bad boy can be very, very good, especially when it's between the sheets...
Delightful Deception
At the biotech firm, they call her Thea "I.Q." Foster -- "I.Q." for either Intelligence Quotient or Ice Queen, depending. Slipping the Cure into Renee's tote bag was satisfying revenge, but now that the fun's over, Thea sets her sights on a new challenge: sarcastic, secretive Jimmy Scrye. Cracking open his hard shell would be a real game, but Jimmy's more than Thea's match. He's got a few ideas for turning the tables on the brainy scientist...sensual, erotic fantasy ideas that just might change those letters in her name to "Incredible," "Insatiable," and "Quivering with delight"...
384 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2003
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MaryJanice Davidson
142 books5,400 followersMaryJanice Davidson is an American author and motivational speaker who writes mostly paranormal romance, but also young adult and non-fiction. She is the creator of the popular UNDEAD series and the time-traveling historical fiction A CONTEMPORARY ASSHAT AT THE COURT OF HENRY VIII. MaryJanice is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author who writes a bi-weekly column for USA Today and lives in St. Paul with her family. You can reach her on Facebook and follow her on Twitter.
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July 7, 2020
Three short stories that makes this a nice, light read.
March 25, 2011
I have NO idea what possessed me to read this book; let alone buy it. The only saving grace is this book was on sale, and I bought it using a gift card. If you like a racy, exotic read then this would be a good one for you. I, personally, like to leave things to the imagination; hence, the point of reading for me.
November 22, 2022
Under Cover by MaryJanice Davidson is a set of three loosely connected novellas.
Sweet Strangers:
Renee Jardin is on the run, having been framed by her company for stealing its breakthrough product. Funny how the hot guy she lays a kiss on happens to be an agent looking for her…
Lovely Lies
Peter Random finds Lori Jamieson sleeping in his car.
Delightful Deception
Genius scientist Thea Foster meets the new head of her company Jimmy Scrye, a wisecracking boy genius…
Sweet Strangers:
Renee Jardin is on the run, having been framed by her company for stealing its breakthrough product. Funny how the hot guy she lays a kiss on happens to be an agent looking for her…
Lovely Lies
Peter Random finds Lori Jamieson sleeping in his car.
Delightful Deception
Genius scientist Thea Foster meets the new head of her company Jimmy Scrye, a wisecracking boy genius…
June 4, 2022
Yes ladies and gentlemen, a rare 5 stars from me for a truly stand-out read.
These three novellas stand the test of time! Still hilarious! Still engaging! Still hot!
Recently loaned my copy to a friend who was stuck overnight in the hospital and decided to re-read it myself afterward. Still love it!! Fantastic characters!! Would it recommend it anytime of a good time!!!
These three novellas stand the test of time! Still hilarious! Still engaging! Still hot!
Recently loaned my copy to a friend who was stuck overnight in the hospital and decided to re-read it myself afterward. Still love it!! Fantastic characters!! Would it recommend it anytime of a good time!!!
April 24, 2018
A very easy, fun, and steamy read. Really enjoyed the book. It was like reading a porno in some parts. LOL. I enjoyed reading three stories that connect with each other. Very fast reading if your looking for something that is simple and fun.
February 21, 2019
What's perfect about this book is it's actually three short stories centering around the main plot of the first story. Quick and fun read!
December 7, 2020
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December 31, 2021
I found this in a used book store, back looked like it would be an eaay light read. I am glad i grabbed the book.
The 3 short stories where good but i loved the 3rd story it had me laughing out loud.
The 3 short stories where good but i loved the 3rd story it had me laughing out loud.
December 8, 2012
~4/5
[Also available on my blog.]
This book is made up of three intertwining short stories, and I kind of loved them. I even kind of wish Davidson’s other stories were a bit more like this. And, oddly enough, I kind of think that Davidson shines a bit more in short stories than in full length novels, which is odd.
The first story, Sweet Strangers, was very much like her normal routine, with a hard edged heroine that doesn’t want to say ‘I love you’ and the sweet guy who is open to admitting it. Still a very good story, the romance was great, the story line was pretty good, the sex was nice.
The second story, Lovely Lies, was, I think, my favorite of the three. It stars a big, tough, bad boy who is actually quite good, even if he has had troubles with the law. And he comes upon a woman on the run from ‘family’ trying to steal her inheritance. This time, he has a tiny bit of a hard time admitting he loves her, and she comes upon it slowly, but isn’t afraid when it happens. These two worked well together, and I really liked the romance between them (also, the sex).
The last one, Delightful Deception, starred two geniuses, and was probably my second favorite. I love smart characters, especially ones that went to college early, and even more so ones that are happy-go-lucky types. And in this story, the boy was all of that, and adorable and sweet, and I really liked him. The woman is a little bit cold, but not too bad, and I liked her enough.
My favorite part of this was the fact that they were all quite different from the others. Not only were they in different situations, but they were actually different characters, not just the same character in a couple different layers. I’ve talked about this before, how Davidson tends to write the same things over and over, and while I do love it, it can get a bit tiring, so this was simply a delight to read, and I devoured it in a little over a day.
This is definitely one of my favorite of Davidson’s books so far, and I look forward to reading her others, as always.
[Also available on my blog.]
This book is made up of three intertwining short stories, and I kind of loved them. I even kind of wish Davidson’s other stories were a bit more like this. And, oddly enough, I kind of think that Davidson shines a bit more in short stories than in full length novels, which is odd.
The first story, Sweet Strangers, was very much like her normal routine, with a hard edged heroine that doesn’t want to say ‘I love you’ and the sweet guy who is open to admitting it. Still a very good story, the romance was great, the story line was pretty good, the sex was nice.
The second story, Lovely Lies, was, I think, my favorite of the three. It stars a big, tough, bad boy who is actually quite good, even if he has had troubles with the law. And he comes upon a woman on the run from ‘family’ trying to steal her inheritance. This time, he has a tiny bit of a hard time admitting he loves her, and she comes upon it slowly, but isn’t afraid when it happens. These two worked well together, and I really liked the romance between them (also, the sex).
The last one, Delightful Deception, starred two geniuses, and was probably my second favorite. I love smart characters, especially ones that went to college early, and even more so ones that are happy-go-lucky types. And in this story, the boy was all of that, and adorable and sweet, and I really liked him. The woman is a little bit cold, but not too bad, and I liked her enough.
My favorite part of this was the fact that they were all quite different from the others. Not only were they in different situations, but they were actually different characters, not just the same character in a couple different layers. I’ve talked about this before, how Davidson tends to write the same things over and over, and while I do love it, it can get a bit tiring, so this was simply a delight to read, and I devoured it in a little over a day.
This is definitely one of my favorite of Davidson’s books so far, and I look forward to reading her others, as always.
September 21, 2009
This book was really 3 short stories. It was hit and miss with me. The last two were fun, but the first one was a little too silly:
Girl on the lamb is being hotly pursued on the first page. She runs into a cute stranger inside of a glass elevator and kisses him as a way to avoid being caught. The kiss turns really hot and when the elevator doors open she is all set to say goodbye forever. Only guess what? That lucky stranger she just mauled is one of the guys looking for her...
*big fake shocked face
But! The kiss was so good and she is so cute that of course he doesn't want to turn her in any more and get paid for the job he was hired to do. No! He wants to help her!
See? Far-fetched...
Girl on the lamb is being hotly pursued on the first page. She runs into a cute stranger inside of a glass elevator and kisses him as a way to avoid being caught. The kiss turns really hot and when the elevator doors open she is all set to say goodbye forever. Only guess what? That lucky stranger she just mauled is one of the guys looking for her...
*big fake shocked face
But! The kiss was so good and she is so cute that of course he doesn't want to turn her in any more and get paid for the job he was hired to do. No! He wants to help her!
See? Far-fetched...
April 2, 2009
Under Cover contains three connected short stories, each with its own HEA, and a plot that's light but holds your attention.
I just love MaryJanice Davidson. A great mix of humor and romance. She's one of those writers that leaves me smiling and inwardly saying "awww" at the end of every story. Under Cover is a good, quick read.
I just love MaryJanice Davidson. A great mix of humor and romance. She's one of those writers that leaves me smiling and inwardly saying "awww" at the end of every story. Under Cover is a good, quick read.
October 4, 2010
Under Cover is MJ in all her snarky glory. I love her wit! MJ writes strong, no-nonsense women and men who appreciate a woman with equal parts sex appeal and brain power.
Wuthering Heights this is not, but if you want a fun, quick escape with some steamy characters, you can always count on MaryJanice!
Wuthering Heights this is not, but if you want a fun, quick escape with some steamy characters, you can always count on MaryJanice!
November 6, 2011
Under Cover - is 3 short stories revolving around a Bio tech firm, a former Head of Security, a bad boy security guard and the genius of the Bio tech firm. We find love, humor, theft, hidden agendas, do gooders and I did mention love right?
Melissa
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Melissa
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April 2, 2016
4.7 stars
Sweet Strangers *****
Love Lies *****
Delightful Deception ****
My Rating System:
* couldn't finish, ** wouldn't recommend, *** would recommend, **** would read again, ***** have read again.
Sweet Strangers *****
Love Lies *****
Delightful Deception ****
My Rating System:
* couldn't finish, ** wouldn't recommend, *** would recommend, **** would read again, ***** have read again.
November 19, 2008
My second romance novel by a different author. A good title but I wasn't feeling this one really. There were 3 differen't titles in this story..
"Sweet Strangers"
"Lovely Lies"
"Delightful Deception"
Can't really say anything about this book. It just got me clueless a bit.
"Sweet Strangers"
"Lovely Lies"
"Delightful Deception"
Can't really say anything about this book. It just got me clueless a bit.
November 5, 2010
Sweet Strangers was definitely sweet! And funny. Well, it is a Davidson, therefore it IS funny. This one was particularly enjoyable.
Lovely Lies Cute. Satisfying. A bit dorky.
Delightful Deception Sweet and a little dorky.
Lovely Lies Cute. Satisfying. A bit dorky.
Delightful Deception Sweet and a little dorky.
November 19, 2011
This was really more like 3 novellas (which tied together) in one book. It was not the author's best work, but it took up a few hours of my time this morning and kept me from obsessing about the nasty headache I was fighting. I won't be reading it again.
October 15, 2012
This was another fun, sexy read by Ms. Davidson! She writes her books with some humor in them and the characters are amazing and some of them you wish you actually knew them. I definitely recommend this book.
September 12, 2016
A cute anthology with three stories that are connected by three people who work for the same biotech firm. The stories are hot and funny with a bit of adventure mixed in. Really quick and witty read.
October 1, 2008
Too much boy meets girl, they have wild mutli-orgasmal sex and marry within the week. Not me.
March 22, 2009
Love MaryJanice. This is a three-story collection, following the path to steamy romance of three inter-connected characters. Each set is totally unique, not cookie-cutter characters, and a fun read.
March 15, 2009
I have picked this book back up a number of times. I can't get over how much I enjoy it every time.
September 17, 2009
I just couldn't get into this. I wont be too harsh about it because reading something when sick doesn't give it a fair shot. Let's just say it wasn't a faith healing read.
April 17, 2010
I think this was a very cute, fun, fast read. I liked all three sets of characters, especially the last.
May 19, 2010
Silly. Plus reading the numerous sex scenes out loud to my husband made them even more ridiculous. Still, it was a good way to waste a day.
December 2, 2010
Sweet Strangers :)
Lovely Lies :)
Delightful Deception :)
Lovely Lies :)
Delightful Deception :)
July 21, 2016
I bought this because it's a MJ Davidson book. It was enjoyable and more erotic than her Betsy books. But honestly, it's forgettable.
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