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Three Wishes
A steamy romantic comedy!Be careful what you wish for…A lowly antiques dealer in Sacramento, California who's secretly in love with the governor’s girlfriend unwittingly releases a genie from a copper lamp and before he knows it, has wished himself into a hole the size of the Grand Canyon!Praise for THREE “Wondrous…Love mixes with laughter to create joyous reading for romance connoisseurs.” --Romantic Times Book Reviews“A wonderful rendition of the old magic lamp story.” --Affaire de Coeur“A delicious fairy tale filled with warm, sweet, and desirable characters.” --RendezvousA note from the "This story was 100% human-generated and may contain mistakes, oversights, and a bias toward a happy ending!" --Stephanie Bond
143 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 7, 2011
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Stephanie Bond
265 books1,784 followersUSA TODAY bestselling author Stephanie Bond was seven years deep into a systems engineering career and pursuing an MBA at night when an instructor remarked that she had a flair for writing and suggested that she submit to academic journals. But Stephanie, a voracious reader, was only interested in writing fiction–more specifically, romantic fiction.
Upon completing her master’s degree and with no formal training in writing (her undergraduate degree is in computer programming), she started writing a romance novel in her spare time. Two years later in 1995 she sold her first manuscript, a romantic comedy, to Harlequin Books.
In 1997, with ten sales under her belt to two publishers, Stephanie left her corporate job to write women’s romantic fiction full-time. In 2011,
Stephanie launched a self-publishing business. Since that time, she has sold more than 1 million copies of her own books. To-date, Stephanie has published over 70 novels and has over 6 million copies of her work in worldwide distribution in numerous languages and formats.
Upon completing her master’s degree and with no formal training in writing (her undergraduate degree is in computer programming), she started writing a romance novel in her spare time. Two years later in 1995 she sold her first manuscript, a romantic comedy, to Harlequin Books.
In 1997, with ten sales under her belt to two publishers, Stephanie left her corporate job to write women’s romantic fiction full-time. In 2011,
Stephanie launched a self-publishing business. Since that time, she has sold more than 1 million copies of her own books. To-date, Stephanie has published over 70 novels and has over 6 million copies of her work in worldwide distribution in numerous languages and formats.
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October 3, 2016
Three Wishes was a big disappointment. I love the stories with genies and wish fulfillment, but this one was boring and the characters were flat. There was no chemistry, no sizzle or any kind of magic. I could not wait for it to be over.
November 6, 2015
I feel so guilty when I rate a free ebook like this. Writers are so happy to share their work with the readers, and happily there are a lot of good reviews here in GR. And then comes a reader (in this case, me) who rates like this.
It is not like it is terrible or boring. How can it, when it is an Aladdin's retelling? It is just that it lacks the magic that Aladdin has. And I mean magic in every way. The Genie is more creepy than magical; he is an old man who grants Ladden wishes in... errr... creepy ways.
Jasmine is not magical; she is rather bitchy actually. Ladden is crazy about her, and she finds a way to reject him and also attract him. While having a boyfriend. And I am against cheating, no matter how the other guy is (and Trey is not even a bad guy... and it is not just a kiss we are talking about).
Ladden and Jasmine's... errr... love, is not magical at all. It is more attraction than anything else. They barely know each other, despite being acquaintances for several years. There is no chemistry between them. No comfort, no camaraderie.
The rug is the only thing that I find similar to Aladdin, because it is also kind of "naughty", and it is magical enough. But the book is far for being a romantic comedy.
It is not like it is terrible or boring. How can it, when it is an Aladdin's retelling? It is just that it lacks the magic that Aladdin has. And I mean magic in every way. The Genie is more creepy than magical; he is an old man who grants Ladden wishes in... errr... creepy ways.
Jasmine is not magical; she is rather bitchy actually. Ladden is crazy about her, and she finds a way to reject him and also attract him. While having a boyfriend. And I am against cheating, no matter how the other guy is (and Trey is not even a bad guy... and it is not just a kiss we are talking about).
Ladden and Jasmine's... errr... love, is not magical at all. It is more attraction than anything else. They barely know each other, despite being acquaintances for several years. There is no chemistry between them. No comfort, no camaraderie.
The rug is the only thing that I find similar to Aladdin, because it is also kind of "naughty", and it is magical enough. But the book is far for being a romantic comedy.
December 11, 2013
I don't read many romances, so that may color my view of this novel. I do read quite a bit, though, and there are several things that add to my enjoyment of a story.
Character development, or characters that are at least interesting, can make a book intriguing. Sadly, I didn't find these characters all that interesting. Jasmine was just annoying. Ladden was a cardboard character of a hunk. The genie was creepy. About the only thing that grabbed me was the rug.
I didn't feel any chemistry really flying between the two characters, just lust and selfishly-driven behavior.
The writing itself was pretty good, so it did make for a quick and easy read.
There was a line that gave me a rather creepy image, instead of what the writer intended. "...his face wreathed in smiles." I've seen lines like this in other romance novels that I have read or tried to read. I'm not sure why so many romance novelists think that these types of lines make for great imagery. If anyone can explain that to me, I'd greatly appreciate it.
The main reason I'm giving this 2 stars instead of 1, is that the writing was good enough to keep me reading through to the end and the story wasn't all that bad.
Character development, or characters that are at least interesting, can make a book intriguing. Sadly, I didn't find these characters all that interesting. Jasmine was just annoying. Ladden was a cardboard character of a hunk. The genie was creepy. About the only thing that grabbed me was the rug.
I didn't feel any chemistry really flying between the two characters, just lust and selfishly-driven behavior.
The writing itself was pretty good, so it did make for a quick and easy read.
There was a line that gave me a rather creepy image, instead of what the writer intended. "...his face wreathed in smiles." I've seen lines like this in other romance novels that I have read or tried to read. I'm not sure why so many romance novelists think that these types of lines make for great imagery. If anyone can explain that to me, I'd greatly appreciate it.
The main reason I'm giving this 2 stars instead of 1, is that the writing was good enough to keep me reading through to the end and the story wasn't all that bad.
January 23, 2015
Entertaining read for a rainy-day Saturday
The book was good for the short rom-com that it was. There weren't very many syntax or grammatical errors, which is always refreshing to see in digital books. The story had some parts they made me laugh out loud (loved all the rug scenes) and I liked the fact that, like the movie Sweet Home Alabama, neither man was the "bad guy"; it was just a choice between a good man and the right man.
I also thought the play on names was cute, given everyone's knowledge of Disney's Aladdin, but while I appreciated that this was like the adult, modern day version, with some allusion to the version set in ancient times, the names were kind of a distraction (as I automatically "corrected" the the main character's name every time I read it), and thinking of beloved childhood characters and sex was a little weird for me.
The book was good for the short rom-com that it was. There weren't very many syntax or grammatical errors, which is always refreshing to see in digital books. The story had some parts they made me laugh out loud (loved all the rug scenes) and I liked the fact that, like the movie Sweet Home Alabama, neither man was the "bad guy"; it was just a choice between a good man and the right man.
I also thought the play on names was cute, given everyone's knowledge of Disney's Aladdin, but while I appreciated that this was like the adult, modern day version, with some allusion to the version set in ancient times, the names were kind of a distraction (as I automatically "corrected" the the main character's name every time I read it), and thinking of beloved childhood characters and sex was a little weird for me.
December 10, 2024
On some level this was an Aladdin retelling by one of my favorites, Stephanie Bond. it takes place in Sacramento, and the main character, Jasmine, is an Arabic female.
In this book Jasmine is dating the Ca governor, and Laddin owns an antiques store. They interact when she looks for items for her interior design business. Laddin has been interested in Jasmine, but she is already dating someone.
Laddin finds a magic lamp and ends up getting three wishes, one of which is for Jasmine to know how much he likes her, but his genie is very limited in what he can do so he basically sets up ways for forced proximity between the two but doesn't really get them together. Overall I enjoyed the characters but the book was just ok.
In this book Jasmine is dating the Ca governor, and Laddin owns an antiques store. They interact when she looks for items for her interior design business. Laddin has been interested in Jasmine, but she is already dating someone.
Laddin finds a magic lamp and ends up getting three wishes, one of which is for Jasmine to know how much he likes her, but his genie is very limited in what he can do so he basically sets up ways for forced proximity between the two but doesn't really get them together. Overall I enjoyed the characters but the book was just ok.
June 11, 2019
This book was just okay, but be warned there is cheating involved (which took a star away for me.) Ladden Sanderson owns an antique store and he comes across a copper pot and an interesting carpet. He thinks his client (and crush) Jasmine Crowne, might love the carpet! Jasmine is an interior designer as well as the girlfriend of the current governor. She regularly finds things in Ladden's shop, but has no idea how he feels about her. When Ladden unwittingly unleashes a genie from the copper pot, and the rug starts acting bizarrely, both of their lives change. Ladden seemed kinda clueless in this book and Jasmine wasn't very likable (or honorable!)
October 15, 2024
good quick read
This is a good enjoyable quick afternoon read. When an antique shop owner gets a lamp in his shop he wonders if it’s a magic one. One day he forgets and makes a wish out loud and the next thing he knows it comes true. It keeps you reading from start page one to the finish. I recommend this to anyone for an enjoyable afternoon read.
This is a good enjoyable quick afternoon read. When an antique shop owner gets a lamp in his shop he wonders if it’s a magic one. One day he forgets and makes a wish out loud and the next thing he knows it comes true. It keeps you reading from start page one to the finish. I recommend this to anyone for an enjoyable afternoon read.
March 10, 2019
This is a modern day Romantic Comedy version of Aladdin and the lamp. An antique dealer is in love with the governor's girlfriend and doesn't know for a few days that he releases a genie from a magic lamp he found and also the carpet.
September 11, 2025
A Really Good Time
This story is so much fun. I loved the characters. The genie tries hard, but just can't quite grasp what works in this day and age. Amusing chaos ensues in his wake. A lighthearted romp. Enjoy!
This story is so much fun. I loved the characters. The genie tries hard, but just can't quite grasp what works in this day and age. Amusing chaos ensues in his wake. A lighthearted romp. Enjoy!
May 29, 2017
review coming
June 6, 2017
Not my favorite Stephanie Bond book.
June 22, 2017
A great read
I could not put this book down. I love stephanies writing and how happy her stories make you feel. X
I could not put this book down. I love stephanies writing and how happy her stories make you feel. X
July 12, 2017
An uncomplicated read for an afternoon entertainment.
June 5, 2018
Good read
Funny and from the beginning your rooting for the guy. A quick read with laughter and are you kidding me thrown in
Funny and from the beginning your rooting for the guy. A quick read with laughter and are you kidding me thrown in
September 1, 2018
Didn’t enjoy this as much as others by the same author. Silly and came to an abrupt end.
October 26, 2018
This story had such a cute premise and beginning. However the sex scene was too graphic for my taste, made worse by the fact that it was cheating.
November 5, 2021
Cute book
Enjoyed it. Great for a little fantasy story. Very unrealistic but a cute little escape story to pass the time.
Enjoyed it. Great for a little fantasy story. Very unrealistic but a cute little escape story to pass the time.
December 20, 2021
I got this for free (Kindle book) on Amazon. I wasn't expecting much and was pleasantly surprised by what I found. This was a simple and delightful read! Perfect for chick lit lovers.
April 14, 2022
Sweet
A modern, sweet, romantic, quirky story, that is reminiscent of a familiar, beloved classic. Word minimums are why I don't write reviews. Purple.
A modern, sweet, romantic, quirky story, that is reminiscent of a familiar, beloved classic. Word minimums are why I don't write reviews. Purple.
June 17, 2022
Good fun entertaining read, light hearted and quick read.
December 12, 2022
this was a cute book. It was PG up till the last two chapters. It was a fun read. If you have an afternoon, just pick it up and read it.
May 28, 2025
Interesting
I kinda expected more from a Stephanie Bond book. It was just weird!
Short and weird is all I can say.
I kinda expected more from a Stephanie Bond book. It was just weird!
Short and weird is all I can say.
April 23, 2014
Three Wishes by Stephanie Bond
When I decided to read this book, I knew that Stephanie Bond was two things -- a well read author and an author of romance novels. Now, romance novels are not usually in my wheelhouse, and I had not read this author before, but the title and cover art left no question that this would be a story that incorporated a little of the Arabian Nights legend in its telling. I wasn't wrong.
Okay -- so first, let's talk about what I liked about the book.
First and foremost for me, in almost every instance, is proofreading and editing. For this, Ms. Bond gets an A+. No misspellings, no grammar mistakes, no misused words. Kudos -- and I played around with giving the book 4 stars on this alone.
Second, Bond does a very nice job of characterization, creating characters that are identifiable and real, and whom the reader finds easy to like -- even the most 'villainous' of the bunch was likeable.
Also, her story was fun -- boy desires girl, girl desires position and wealth, girl has boyfriend who can provide both. Can true love win in the end? Toss in an old copper oil lamp, a mysterious, even mischievous Oriental carpet, a flock of butterflies, and a befuddled Djinn and what's not to like (I'll tell you what later)?
Good plotting, pacing and a nice, every loose end tied up in the denouement.
Fun twists and turns and a lot of humor throughout.
If you love romantic comedies, you will love this book. It is a quick summer read.
So, why didn't I rate it higher than 3 stars?
First, although I occasionally read romance, it's not really my favorite genre.
For one thing, there's the predominance of sex, as if romance is somehow all about the fusing of body parts. For those of us who live in the real world, the reality is that love is more often a lot of work, a lot of stress and, if we're very lucky, occasionally includes really good sex. I wish today's romance writers were more concerned with the euphoria that accompanies lovemaking than with the physical mechanics. So, I find myself either laughing at or skipping over most of the soft porn descriptions to get on with the actual story. Some writers can do sex, even explicit sex, well -- I didn't find Bond to be one of those.
For another, it seemed a little cheesy, almost bordering on orientalism. The protagonist's name? Ladden. Really? The love-interest's name? Jasmine. The carpet? It flies. The oil lamp? The Djinn was imprisoned in it until Ladden sets it free as he is cleaning it. Sigh. And, please note that I am using the correct word for the Arabic male magical being: Djinn, not Genie. And the female is a Djinni or Jenny, again not Genie or Jeanie. I know, I know, I'm swimming upstream of years and years of cultural misappropriation, but it still galls me that authors that do their research in most other areas think it's okay to just perpetuate this mistake (and, yes, I Dream of Jeanie was a favorite of mine, too).
So, I'll give credit where it's due. Bond is a skilled novelist who does great characters, good plotting, and cares enough about her readership to go the extra mile with editing and proofreading. I'll say it again -- if you are a romance fan, you'll love this book. But, it's just not my taste.
When I decided to read this book, I knew that Stephanie Bond was two things -- a well read author and an author of romance novels. Now, romance novels are not usually in my wheelhouse, and I had not read this author before, but the title and cover art left no question that this would be a story that incorporated a little of the Arabian Nights legend in its telling. I wasn't wrong.
Okay -- so first, let's talk about what I liked about the book.
First and foremost for me, in almost every instance, is proofreading and editing. For this, Ms. Bond gets an A+. No misspellings, no grammar mistakes, no misused words. Kudos -- and I played around with giving the book 4 stars on this alone.
Second, Bond does a very nice job of characterization, creating characters that are identifiable and real, and whom the reader finds easy to like -- even the most 'villainous' of the bunch was likeable.
Also, her story was fun -- boy desires girl, girl desires position and wealth, girl has boyfriend who can provide both. Can true love win in the end? Toss in an old copper oil lamp, a mysterious, even mischievous Oriental carpet, a flock of butterflies, and a befuddled Djinn and what's not to like (I'll tell you what later)?
Good plotting, pacing and a nice, every loose end tied up in the denouement.
Fun twists and turns and a lot of humor throughout.
If you love romantic comedies, you will love this book. It is a quick summer read.
So, why didn't I rate it higher than 3 stars?
First, although I occasionally read romance, it's not really my favorite genre.
For one thing, there's the predominance of sex, as if romance is somehow all about the fusing of body parts. For those of us who live in the real world, the reality is that love is more often a lot of work, a lot of stress and, if we're very lucky, occasionally includes really good sex. I wish today's romance writers were more concerned with the euphoria that accompanies lovemaking than with the physical mechanics. So, I find myself either laughing at or skipping over most of the soft porn descriptions to get on with the actual story. Some writers can do sex, even explicit sex, well -- I didn't find Bond to be one of those.
For another, it seemed a little cheesy, almost bordering on orientalism. The protagonist's name? Ladden. Really? The love-interest's name? Jasmine. The carpet? It flies. The oil lamp? The Djinn was imprisoned in it until Ladden sets it free as he is cleaning it. Sigh. And, please note that I am using the correct word for the Arabic male magical being: Djinn, not Genie. And the female is a Djinni or Jenny, again not Genie or Jeanie. I know, I know, I'm swimming upstream of years and years of cultural misappropriation, but it still galls me that authors that do their research in most other areas think it's okay to just perpetuate this mistake (and, yes, I Dream of Jeanie was a favorite of mine, too).
So, I'll give credit where it's due. Bond is a skilled novelist who does great characters, good plotting, and cares enough about her readership to go the extra mile with editing and proofreading. I'll say it again -- if you are a romance fan, you'll love this book. But, it's just not my taste.
March 19, 2012
Originally posted on Wit and Sin: http://witandsin.blogspot.com/2012/03...
Antiques dealer Ladden Sanderson’s life would be perfect if it weren’t for one thing: he’s in love Jasmine Crowne - the governor’s girlfriend and a woman who will never see him as more than a friend. Then Ladden accidentally releases a genie from a magic lamp and his whole world is turned upside down. Can the three wishes the genie grants him help Ladden win Jasmine’s heart? Or will he manage to drive her out of his life forever?
The classic folk tale Aladdin just got a whole lot sexier! Stephanie Bond mixes magic and mayhem, love and lust, heartbreak and hope in the delicious Three Wishes . Ladden is a genuinely nice guy who works hard and is incredibly kind to those around him – how can you not love a hero like that? He’s not perfect (that would be boring) but he comes close which made it easy for me to become engaged in Three Wishes . Quite simply, I wanted Ladden to win the heart of the woman he loves. Jasmine is an interior designer with plans to distance herself from her upbringing by climbing the social ladder on the arm of her boyfriend, the governor. Jasmine is so focused on separating herself from her past that she’s missing the chance for true love with Ladden. I might have wanted to shake Jasmine had Ms. Bond not made her focus understandable. While she seems to have it all, Jasmine is vulnerable and that side of her endeared her to me. As a pair, she and Ladden fit like lock and key. But they do need a helping hand to get them together. That hand comes in the form of a genie who tries his best but often makes life more difficult for Jasmine and Ladden. I liked the well-meaning genie almost as much as I like Jasmine and Ladden, but the scene-stealer of Three Wishes was the constantly-moving magic carpet. The paranormal elements of Three Wishes definitely bring laughs to the story.
Three Wishes is a delightful story from start to finish. I’m picky about romantic comedies, but I gave Three Wishes a try because I’m a big fan of Stephanie Bond’s work. I’m delighted I did. With its loveable characters, fun plot, and happily ever after worthy of a fairytale, Three Wishes is a charming, lighthearted tale that is not to be missed!
Note: Three Wishes was first published by Bantam Books in 1998 as Your Wish is My Command by Stephanie Bancroft. Three Wishes has since been updated by the author.
Antiques dealer Ladden Sanderson’s life would be perfect if it weren’t for one thing: he’s in love Jasmine Crowne - the governor’s girlfriend and a woman who will never see him as more than a friend. Then Ladden accidentally releases a genie from a magic lamp and his whole world is turned upside down. Can the three wishes the genie grants him help Ladden win Jasmine’s heart? Or will he manage to drive her out of his life forever?
The classic folk tale Aladdin just got a whole lot sexier! Stephanie Bond mixes magic and mayhem, love and lust, heartbreak and hope in the delicious Three Wishes . Ladden is a genuinely nice guy who works hard and is incredibly kind to those around him – how can you not love a hero like that? He’s not perfect (that would be boring) but he comes close which made it easy for me to become engaged in Three Wishes . Quite simply, I wanted Ladden to win the heart of the woman he loves. Jasmine is an interior designer with plans to distance herself from her upbringing by climbing the social ladder on the arm of her boyfriend, the governor. Jasmine is so focused on separating herself from her past that she’s missing the chance for true love with Ladden. I might have wanted to shake Jasmine had Ms. Bond not made her focus understandable. While she seems to have it all, Jasmine is vulnerable and that side of her endeared her to me. As a pair, she and Ladden fit like lock and key. But they do need a helping hand to get them together. That hand comes in the form of a genie who tries his best but often makes life more difficult for Jasmine and Ladden. I liked the well-meaning genie almost as much as I like Jasmine and Ladden, but the scene-stealer of Three Wishes was the constantly-moving magic carpet. The paranormal elements of Three Wishes definitely bring laughs to the story.
Three Wishes is a delightful story from start to finish. I’m picky about romantic comedies, but I gave Three Wishes a try because I’m a big fan of Stephanie Bond’s work. I’m delighted I did. With its loveable characters, fun plot, and happily ever after worthy of a fairytale, Three Wishes is a charming, lighthearted tale that is not to be missed!
Note: Three Wishes was first published by Bantam Books in 1998 as Your Wish is My Command by Stephanie Bancroft. Three Wishes has since been updated by the author.
May 23, 2015
“Do you believe in magic?” I was forced to revisit the beginning and reread what I had already read. I don’t know if this “lack of readily comprehension” can be attributed to the story or my sudden inability to comprehend the meaning of the words that floated before me. Once again started a quaint (and slightly familiar) tale unfolded before me. Reading this the apothegm “hearts are sometimes smarter than heads” comes to mind as this contemporary fairytale unfolds. Ladden Sanderson is a struggling, antique dealer who is overly sensitive to dust. He buys a Persian carpet and copper oil lamp that will soon upset his dusty, lonely life. One of his best clients is Jasmine Crowne. She is an interior decorator and girlfriend of the governor of California. Their long professional relationship, an affinity between them developed. Instead of squandering his three wishes on wealth and power Ladden pursues love; Jasmine is the prey. A romantic magic carpet ride follows, taking the reader on a memorable trip. Gene may not twitch his nose but he gets the business done. Luckily this romantic tale is unfettered with today’s realities and nature takes its course without the interruption of a condom.
This story brings a refreshing change when thinking of the Middle East. Gone are the terrorists that appear, almost daily, on the world’s newspapers, being replaced by the magical world of 1001 nights. This invigorating tale should appeal to many readers.
This story brings a refreshing change when thinking of the Middle East. Gone are the terrorists that appear, almost daily, on the world’s newspapers, being replaced by the magical world of 1001 nights. This invigorating tale should appeal to many readers.
January 11, 2014
3.5 / 4 stars
A modern day version of a Disney classic. It was cute and surprisingly, I really enjoyed reading it and it even made me cry. Yep, I'm a sap...but I loved Ladden. He was sweet, honest, and crazy about Jasmine, but she didn't have a clue.
In her case, she goes from rags to, well, not quite riches but much better off than where she started. Great career, nice car, clothes, and home. And last, her boyfriend is the governor. What more can a girl ask for, right? Ladden, on the other hand owns his own business, and although it won't make him rich, he has a great family and isn't looking for much other than to land the girl of his dreams. After finding a great rug at an estate sale, he also comes across an old oil lamp that came with it. His life will be turned upside down from there on out, but maybe, just maybe he'll land that girl...although of course, it won't be easy.
If you believe in magic, and yeah, this was kind of a stretch, you'll love reading the modern day version of a genie and his magic carpet.
A modern day version of a Disney classic. It was cute and surprisingly, I really enjoyed reading it and it even made me cry. Yep, I'm a sap...but I loved Ladden. He was sweet, honest, and crazy about Jasmine, but she didn't have a clue.
In her case, she goes from rags to, well, not quite riches but much better off than where she started. Great career, nice car, clothes, and home. And last, her boyfriend is the governor. What more can a girl ask for, right? Ladden, on the other hand owns his own business, and although it won't make him rich, he has a great family and isn't looking for much other than to land the girl of his dreams. After finding a great rug at an estate sale, he also comes across an old oil lamp that came with it. His life will be turned upside down from there on out, but maybe, just maybe he'll land that girl...although of course, it won't be easy.
If you believe in magic, and yeah, this was kind of a stretch, you'll love reading the modern day version of a genie and his magic carpet.
March 27, 2015
Loved it..
This was a real surprise. I really enjoyed this story. I loved Ladden but Jasmine was a little bit self-absorbed: money, stature, power, all because of where she grew up. But I knew she’d come around.
The only thing I didn’t like comes along in almost every book I read, a man or woman biting the inside of their cheek HARD or biting their tongue HARD. Before authors write something that stupid they might want to try it. It hurts like hell and no one in their right mind would do it on purpose. But even that wasn’t enough for me to not to give it 5 stars.
I absolutely loved the sexual tension then the sex between Ladden and Jasmine. It was NOT nothing, nothing, nothing then all of a sudden there was sex. Nor was it every thought being about sex. It was just a subtle wanting and needing and desire for one another. It was really written well.
This was my first book by this author but I will definitely see what else she has. A truly enjoyable read.
Oh, and every time the Genie spoke I could just hear Robin Williams' voice. It was wonderful.
This was a real surprise. I really enjoyed this story. I loved Ladden but Jasmine was a little bit self-absorbed: money, stature, power, all because of where she grew up. But I knew she’d come around.
The only thing I didn’t like comes along in almost every book I read, a man or woman biting the inside of their cheek HARD or biting their tongue HARD. Before authors write something that stupid they might want to try it. It hurts like hell and no one in their right mind would do it on purpose. But even that wasn’t enough for me to not to give it 5 stars.
I absolutely loved the sexual tension then the sex between Ladden and Jasmine. It was NOT nothing, nothing, nothing then all of a sudden there was sex. Nor was it every thought being about sex. It was just a subtle wanting and needing and desire for one another. It was really written well.
This was my first book by this author but I will definitely see what else she has. A truly enjoyable read.
Oh, and every time the Genie spoke I could just hear Robin Williams' voice. It was wonderful.
June 5, 2015
Three Wishes is a delightfully sweet romantic comedy.
Jasmine is an interior decorator looking for just the right rug for her boyfriend's bedroom. The fact that he's the governor in the middle of a reelection campaign and his bedroom is in the governor's mansion only ups the stakes. Luckily, she knows an antiques dealer who might just have what she needs.
When Ladden acquires an exquisite rug and a mysterious lamp at an estate sale, he gets a whole lot more than he bargained for. While cleaning the lamp, his shop is rocked by an earthquake that no one notices but him and the strange man that appears in the aftermath. Soon he finds himself granted three wishes that both complicate his life and fulfill his wildest dreams. But can the self-proclaimed genie give him his heart's desire -- a happily ever after with Jasmine?
Three Wishes is laugh-out-loud funny at times, sweet, touching, and the chemistry between Ladden and Jasmine is steamy. It is a really great, feel-good, satisfying read.
Jasmine is an interior decorator looking for just the right rug for her boyfriend's bedroom. The fact that he's the governor in the middle of a reelection campaign and his bedroom is in the governor's mansion only ups the stakes. Luckily, she knows an antiques dealer who might just have what she needs.
When Ladden acquires an exquisite rug and a mysterious lamp at an estate sale, he gets a whole lot more than he bargained for. While cleaning the lamp, his shop is rocked by an earthquake that no one notices but him and the strange man that appears in the aftermath. Soon he finds himself granted three wishes that both complicate his life and fulfill his wildest dreams. But can the self-proclaimed genie give him his heart's desire -- a happily ever after with Jasmine?
Three Wishes is laugh-out-loud funny at times, sweet, touching, and the chemistry between Ladden and Jasmine is steamy. It is a really great, feel-good, satisfying read.
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