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Alaskan Nights #2
Come Fly With Me
How do you say no to a man at thirty-thousand feet?
When Grier Thompson is called to Indigo, Alaska to deal with the estate of her late, estranged father, the last thing she expected to find was a hotly contested will, a hostile half-sister who never knew Grier existed, or for that matter, an entire town that doesn’t take kindly to this stranger. Except maybe for Mick O’Shaughnessy.
An Indigo native, Mick has all he wants in a soft flannel shirt, a nice cottage, and a thriving airline charter business. Could this simple life get any better? One look at Grier and Mick discovers the answer is a resounding, “yes.” She thinks so too—and if it weren’t for her family baggage, maybe she could relax and enjoy herself before it’s time to return to real life.
But then an unexpected visitor from Grier’s past unsettles the entire town just when the residents were finally starting to warm to her. By the time Mick comes out of the clouds to realize he’s fallen head over heels in love, it might be just too late to win Grier’s heart.
When Grier Thompson is called to Indigo, Alaska to deal with the estate of her late, estranged father, the last thing she expected to find was a hotly contested will, a hostile half-sister who never knew Grier existed, or for that matter, an entire town that doesn’t take kindly to this stranger. Except maybe for Mick O’Shaughnessy.
An Indigo native, Mick has all he wants in a soft flannel shirt, a nice cottage, and a thriving airline charter business. Could this simple life get any better? One look at Grier and Mick discovers the answer is a resounding, “yes.” She thinks so too—and if it weren’t for her family baggage, maybe she could relax and enjoy herself before it’s time to return to real life.
But then an unexpected visitor from Grier’s past unsettles the entire town just when the residents were finally starting to warm to her. By the time Mick comes out of the clouds to realize he’s fallen head over heels in love, it might be just too late to win Grier’s heart.
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published November 1, 2012
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Addison Fox
143 books373 followersAddison Fox can’t remember a time when words weren’t a part of her life. In addition to being an avid reader, she loves writing novels about strong-willed and exciting heroes and heroines – individuals who are meant for each other and who deserve their happy ever after. After she makes them work for it, of course!
First published in 2010, Addison has written across romance genres including paranormal, contemporary and romantic suspense. A romantic at heart, she’ll take her heroes any way she can get them – from ancient warriors to computer geeks to sexy cowboys. She’s not picky - but she is deeply grateful her readers are willing to come along for the ride.
Addison lives in New York. You can find her at her home on the web at www.addisonfox.com or on Facebook (facebook.com/addisonfoxauthor) and Twitter (@addisonfox).
The House of Steele series for Harlequin Romantic Suspense launches in July with THE PARIS ASSIGNMENT.
And two new stories in the Alaskan Nights series will be out - FROM THIS MOMENT ON (Penguin eNovella, July) and JUST IN TIME (Aug).
Addison lives in Dallas. She loves to get email from readers.
First published in 2010, Addison has written across romance genres including paranormal, contemporary and romantic suspense. A romantic at heart, she’ll take her heroes any way she can get them – from ancient warriors to computer geeks to sexy cowboys. She’s not picky - but she is deeply grateful her readers are willing to come along for the ride.
Addison lives in New York. You can find her at her home on the web at www.addisonfox.com or on Facebook (facebook.com/addisonfoxauthor) and Twitter (@addisonfox).
The House of Steele series for Harlequin Romantic Suspense launches in July with THE PARIS ASSIGNMENT.
And two new stories in the Alaskan Nights series will be out - FROM THIS MOMENT ON (Penguin eNovella, July) and JUST IN TIME (Aug).
Addison lives in Dallas. She loves to get email from readers.
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February 8, 2013
Excellent follow on to Baby It's Cold Outside. Grier is in Alaska to deal with her inheritance. When she first arrived in town her half-sister was hostile and is contesting the will, the townspeople were taking Kate's side, and she was still dealing with the breakup with her fiance. She is attracted to Mick, but feels that there is no use starting anything when she'll be leaving to go back to New York. Mick is attracted to her too. There is something about her that just makes his life complete and he doesn't want her to leave. I loved both Grier and Mick. Grier has spent her whole life knowing nothing about her father as her mother refuses to speak of him at all. Her mother was also not a very loving woman so Grier has been pretty starved for affection. She is somewhat jealous of her half sister's relationship with their father, but can't get Kate to even talk to her about him. All she really wants is a chance to get to know who he was and make some kind of a connection with her roots. The more time she spends in Indigo, the more the people come to know and like her. I loved the way that she is able to connect to people. She is a warm and friendly person and pretty soon the townspeople are on her side. She has a hard time resisting her attraction to Mick, especially when he is working so hard to keep it going. Thanks to her feelings of rejection from both her parents she doesn't feel like she deserves to be loved and this makes her try to keep Mick at arm's length. I loved the way that the grandmothers and others kept trying to push them together. I also loved the way that her friends Sloan and Avery kept pointing out how perfect she and Mick were together. I also loved the way that her need for something to do led her to a job opportunity that she didn't really recognize until the very end.
I loved Mick so much. He was the perfect match for Grier. He was smart and nice and had a great sense of humor. He was also determined that Grier would see that they had something special that should be pursued. He too had some demons in his past that he did his best to keep buried. He had a tendency to push Grier to face her problems while ignoring his until she called him on it. I liked the way that she was able to help him with his demons and did her best to keep him from shutting her out. I loved seeing how wonderful Mick was with his grandmother even when she was driving him nuts. He was also great at being there for Grier when she needed him. I loved the concluding scene at the town council meeting.
The secondary story with Kate and Jason was pretty good. I was glad to see that things got a bit better between Kate and Greer. I also loved the set up for book three with Avery and Roman, and how Avery is going after what she wants. I loved the way that she stood up to him. There were some great emotional moments with Grier learning more about her dad and also finally being able to talk to her mother about him. I can't wait to read the next book.
I loved Mick so much. He was the perfect match for Grier. He was smart and nice and had a great sense of humor. He was also determined that Grier would see that they had something special that should be pursued. He too had some demons in his past that he did his best to keep buried. He had a tendency to push Grier to face her problems while ignoring his until she called him on it. I liked the way that she was able to help him with his demons and did her best to keep him from shutting her out. I loved seeing how wonderful Mick was with his grandmother even when she was driving him nuts. He was also great at being there for Grier when she needed him. I loved the concluding scene at the town council meeting.
The secondary story with Kate and Jason was pretty good. I was glad to see that things got a bit better between Kate and Greer. I also loved the set up for book three with Avery and Roman, and how Avery is going after what she wants. I loved the way that she stood up to him. There were some great emotional moments with Grier learning more about her dad and also finally being able to talk to her mother about him. I can't wait to read the next book.
August 17, 2013
I picked this book because I thought it would be a sweet romance set in Alaska but the story starts when they have already met and are in serious "like" with each other and have no major obstacles. The story is really a woman's coming-of-age saga.
November 10, 2012
Last year I fell in love with the little town of Indigo, Alaska and its quirky, love-obsessed inhabitants in Addison Fox’s Baby It’s Cold Outside, book one of the Alaskan Nights Series. I’m happy to report that it was not a one-book wonder. If that book was the courtship, this one, Come Fly With Me, is the marriage because now I feel like I’m a member of the family. It’s not necessary to have read the first book, but doing so will make Come Fly With Me a richer experience as we learn the back stories of several of our favorite eccentrics. We become more embedded in lives of the characters and it’s a happy place to be—homey. Better still, those stories continue to move the main narrative forward and don’t slow it down as unessential tangents.
The main focus of book one was the love story between Sloan McKinley and her best friend Grier Thompson’s attorney, Walker Montgomery. Book two focuses on Grier and Mick O’Shaughnessy. Book three, Just in Time, expected out in August 2013, focuses on Roman Forsyth and his high school sweetheart, Avery. All three men make up “the grandsons” of Indigo’s powerhouse matriarchs. The grandsons have grown-up together and are friends, but each, while ruggedly hunky, has carved out his own niche. Mick O’Shaughnessy is a talented pilot, Roman Forsyth is a paparazzi-followed playboy, local legend and professional hockey player in New York, and Walker Montgomery is a successful attorney. Can I tell you that I’m giddy about the fact that Fox has already set us up in Come Fly With Me for at least two more stories still to come? There is an excerpt in the back of Come Fly With Me for Roman’s story. Another year to wait. *heavy sigh*
Once again Fox brings her smart, sassy sense of humor with zingers like, “Grier dropped onto the bed and reached for a pillow, tossing it at Avery’s head. ‘You’ve got a one-track mind.’” Avery replies, “It’s a rare and awesome gift. And like all gifts, it must be protected, nurtured and treated with the utmost respect.” Grier is with her girlfriends the way I am with mine. It was just fun to be on the inside.
For personal reasons Come Fly With Me struck some emotional cords. Parts of it were hard for me to read, but I have to share this little tidbit that I completely identified with, “…that extraordinarily reasonable voice in her head whispered. It was the same voice that told her to eat broccoli and carrots instead of cake and as far as she was concerned, the prissy bitch could just suck it.”
Addison Fox does a great job with contemporary romance. It’s a genre that can take a lot, especially its readers, for granted. Fox does not. She takes the time to put out a good story, not just a steamy romance. Definitely worth the read.
The main focus of book one was the love story between Sloan McKinley and her best friend Grier Thompson’s attorney, Walker Montgomery. Book two focuses on Grier and Mick O’Shaughnessy. Book three, Just in Time, expected out in August 2013, focuses on Roman Forsyth and his high school sweetheart, Avery. All three men make up “the grandsons” of Indigo’s powerhouse matriarchs. The grandsons have grown-up together and are friends, but each, while ruggedly hunky, has carved out his own niche. Mick O’Shaughnessy is a talented pilot, Roman Forsyth is a paparazzi-followed playboy, local legend and professional hockey player in New York, and Walker Montgomery is a successful attorney. Can I tell you that I’m giddy about the fact that Fox has already set us up in Come Fly With Me for at least two more stories still to come? There is an excerpt in the back of Come Fly With Me for Roman’s story. Another year to wait. *heavy sigh*
Once again Fox brings her smart, sassy sense of humor with zingers like, “Grier dropped onto the bed and reached for a pillow, tossing it at Avery’s head. ‘You’ve got a one-track mind.’” Avery replies, “It’s a rare and awesome gift. And like all gifts, it must be protected, nurtured and treated with the utmost respect.” Grier is with her girlfriends the way I am with mine. It was just fun to be on the inside.
For personal reasons Come Fly With Me struck some emotional cords. Parts of it were hard for me to read, but I have to share this little tidbit that I completely identified with, “…that extraordinarily reasonable voice in her head whispered. It was the same voice that told her to eat broccoli and carrots instead of cake and as far as she was concerned, the prissy bitch could just suck it.”
Addison Fox does a great job with contemporary romance. It’s a genre that can take a lot, especially its readers, for granted. Fox does not. She takes the time to put out a good story, not just a steamy romance. Definitely worth the read.
November 12, 2012
Come Fly With Me, Alaskan Nights #2, by Addison Fox
Grade: A
“That man is so crazy about you, it blinks off him like Christmas lights on Main Street.”
Grier Thompson has had a tough year. First she finds her fiance in a compromising position with his secretary then she learns the father she never knew about has died and left half of his estate to her and the sister she never knew she had. Indigo, Alaska is a big change from New York City and not everyone is welcoming to Grier when she first arrives, especially her half-sister Kate. Slowly Grier wins the people of Indigo over especially the sexy brush pilot Mick O'Shaughnessy who took one look at Grier and fell hard.
Mick O’Shaughnessy loves his life in Indigo, Alaska and never knew something was missing until Grier Thompson showed up and turned his life upside down. Mike knows Grier’s the one but he also knows she’s going back to New York in six weeks. Determined to show Grier how perfect they are for each other Mike’s past comes into play and both he and Grier must face the demons of their pasts to have a future.
I reviewed Baby It’s Cold Outside, the first book in this series, almost a year ago and I have been eagerly anticipating Mick and Grier’s story ever since. Usually when I have to wait so long for a book I’m disappointed when I actually get it since my expectations have been built up while waiting but Come Fly With Me met all expectations and more. Addison Fox has created a wonderful world in the town of Indigo, Alaska filled with funny townspeople, sexy men and some good hearted but meddling grandmothers. I am hooked on this series and it’s one of the few that I reread over and over again.
There was a lot going on in this book and it tiptoes the line of being too much and just right. I love the side stories that take place especially with Grier’s half sister Kate. The book as sets up the next book Just In Time which is Avery and Roman’s story. I cannot wait for that book and thankfully we only have to wait until August. This is now a must read series for me and I hope that the books continue and the town’s grandmothers continue to matchmaker for a long time. I couldn’t be happier with this book and I plan on rereading it many times while waiting for August to hurry up and get here.
Grade: A
“That man is so crazy about you, it blinks off him like Christmas lights on Main Street.”
Grier Thompson has had a tough year. First she finds her fiance in a compromising position with his secretary then she learns the father she never knew about has died and left half of his estate to her and the sister she never knew she had. Indigo, Alaska is a big change from New York City and not everyone is welcoming to Grier when she first arrives, especially her half-sister Kate. Slowly Grier wins the people of Indigo over especially the sexy brush pilot Mick O'Shaughnessy who took one look at Grier and fell hard.
Mick O’Shaughnessy loves his life in Indigo, Alaska and never knew something was missing until Grier Thompson showed up and turned his life upside down. Mike knows Grier’s the one but he also knows she’s going back to New York in six weeks. Determined to show Grier how perfect they are for each other Mike’s past comes into play and both he and Grier must face the demons of their pasts to have a future.
I reviewed Baby It’s Cold Outside, the first book in this series, almost a year ago and I have been eagerly anticipating Mick and Grier’s story ever since. Usually when I have to wait so long for a book I’m disappointed when I actually get it since my expectations have been built up while waiting but Come Fly With Me met all expectations and more. Addison Fox has created a wonderful world in the town of Indigo, Alaska filled with funny townspeople, sexy men and some good hearted but meddling grandmothers. I am hooked on this series and it’s one of the few that I reread over and over again.
There was a lot going on in this book and it tiptoes the line of being too much and just right. I love the side stories that take place especially with Grier’s half sister Kate. The book as sets up the next book Just In Time which is Avery and Roman’s story. I cannot wait for that book and thankfully we only have to wait until August. This is now a must read series for me and I hope that the books continue and the town’s grandmothers continue to matchmaker for a long time. I couldn’t be happier with this book and I plan on rereading it many times while waiting for August to hurry up and get here.
December 15, 2018
Come Fly with Me is the second book in the Alaskan Nights trilogy. While the author does provide a summary of events from the first novel, this is a series that is probably best read in order.
The back cover of this book would lead you to think it's about a contested will, bush piloting, and high adventure in the Alaskan Interior. This is a lie. The book is about two things: sex and arguments.
Our lead couple, Grier and Mick, have absolutely nothing in common. They fight, then jump in bed, then fight, then go back to bed...repeat about a dozen times. Both are keeping secrets from the other, largely without cause. Nothing really happens and the relationship never really progresses, but we're supposed to believe the ending is happy, because the author says so.
Add in stilted dialog and shallow characterization all around, and you're looking at a routine exercise in romance writing. I may be somewhat biased because I haven't read either the first or the third book in the trilogy, and middle books have a well-deserved reputation for letting down the team. Still, I think I can see fundamental problems with the author's approach that leave me with no desire to pick up those volumes.
Two stars for a book that was good enough to finish, but not good enough to hold my attention or inspire any excitement.
The back cover of this book would lead you to think it's about a contested will, bush piloting, and high adventure in the Alaskan Interior. This is a lie. The book is about two things: sex and arguments.
Our lead couple, Grier and Mick, have absolutely nothing in common. They fight, then jump in bed, then fight, then go back to bed...repeat about a dozen times. Both are keeping secrets from the other, largely without cause. Nothing really happens and the relationship never really progresses, but we're supposed to believe the ending is happy, because the author says so.
Add in stilted dialog and shallow characterization all around, and you're looking at a routine exercise in romance writing. I may be somewhat biased because I haven't read either the first or the third book in the trilogy, and middle books have a well-deserved reputation for letting down the team. Still, I think I can see fundamental problems with the author's approach that leave me with no desire to pick up those volumes.
Two stars for a book that was good enough to finish, but not good enough to hold my attention or inspire any excitement.
May 20, 2018
WARNING: THIS IS NOT A STAND ALONE NOVEL. In fact, it's missing the first part of the couples' story, including sleeping together, without really filling us in or reintroducing us to the characters. Because I have not read the first book I couldn't buy in to their relationship or problems and this quickly became a DNF as I really didn't give a fig about either main character and I'd already missed the good stuff around that first, exciting connection. It also didn't seem that there was really any conflict between them.
SECOND WARNING: SMALL RANT AHEAD. One of the reasons to put the book down was the guy, Mick, trapping the girl, Grier, kissing her and pushing his hard-on against her without permission on her first night back in town. Because it's a novel, she likes it and accepts him. In real life it's deemed abuse to rub your manly bits against a woman and follow her despite her saying she's off to bed (alone), to make sure "she's okay". She's okay with sexual assault, you mean? In the time of #MeToo you just can't read these things and be okay with them. It's like the rape romance books of the 80s and early 90s that are basically unreadable now, although this of course is a less serious transgression. I recommend the hero watch this consent guide, especially around 2:09. Perhaps if I'd already connected with the hero this moment early in the book wouldn't have jarred, but without the back story, it's just a bit sleazy and a reason to find something more enjoyable to read instead.
SECOND WARNING: SMALL RANT AHEAD. One of the reasons to put the book down was the guy, Mick, trapping the girl, Grier, kissing her and pushing his hard-on against her without permission on her first night back in town. Because it's a novel, she likes it and accepts him. In real life it's deemed abuse to rub your manly bits against a woman and follow her despite her saying she's off to bed (alone), to make sure "she's okay". She's okay with sexual assault, you mean? In the time of #MeToo you just can't read these things and be okay with them. It's like the rape romance books of the 80s and early 90s that are basically unreadable now, although this of course is a less serious transgression. I recommend the hero watch this consent guide, especially around 2:09. Perhaps if I'd already connected with the hero this moment early in the book wouldn't have jarred, but without the back story, it's just a bit sleazy and a reason to find something more enjoyable to read instead.
May 3, 2018
A fun romp through Alaska.
June 9, 2018
This is a really wonderful read by Addison Fox:)
December 11, 2012
I’m angry with myself for not reading the first book in this series, Baby, It’s Cold Outside. I had every intention of sitting down with it, and then one thing led to another, life got busy, and unfortunately it slipped through the cracks. My loss. Addison Fox’s writing is fresh and fun, her characters are charming and complex, and that’s not just her contemps. I’ve read a few of her paranormals and I feel the same about those. Missing one of her books just isn’t acceptable. She’s that good. I’m going to try my best to get caught up on both of her series and then ever miss another one.
So in this story, Mick and Grier have already been together once. Whether that happened in the first book, I have no way of knowing now. If it did, though I don’t believe I missed a lot of the feelings, good or bad, that happened between them at the time, it still would be nice to know that and whatever else happened between them when picking up their story. Nothing like shooting yourself in the foot. Mick isn’t about to let go when it comes to Grier, despite her doing her best to avoid him. She’s doing that only because she’ll be leaving in a few short weeks, once her father’s will and the problems that have come along with it are settled. So she doesn’t want to start something neither one of them can finish. Her life is back in the lower 48 and she’s going back to it when the time comes, even though she’s not entirely sure that’s the best place for her because her ex-fiance, along with the heartache and humiliation he wrought, is still there.
Mick’s life, of course, is in Indigo. His entire life has been in Alaska. He’s a pilot and co-owner in a charter business that keeps him busy, and life is good. His one night with Grier wasn’t enough and he definitely wants more of her. He begins his campaign of making sure she stays in his life, and I have to say, the more the man tries, the move you fall in love with him. And so does Grier. But she’ll only go as far as enjoying him in the moment. Therefore, the grandmothers of the three Alaskan-grown men, whom this series is based on, they feel need to settle down return to action to insure Mick and Grier have a happily-ever-after.
And that brings us to the other characters in this series. They’re all fun and take care of their own. Even the grandmothers, though their hearts are in the right place, at points express doubts at their “meddling.” But the meddling they do isn’t as blatant as what I’ve read in similar stories. They’re upfront and honest, something rare when folks do what they’re perhaps not supposed to. I really like the friendship between Grier and her BFFs. It’s true friendship, and it’s like our relationships we have with our girlfriends, fun but honest, always having each other’s backs, someone you can talk to about anything.
Then there’s Grier’s relationship with her half-sister Kate. Things aren’t all peaches and cream when Grier first hits town, Kate stonewalling as best she can so Grier doesn’t get anything of their father’s. It’s not until Grier’s ex, Jason, pops into Indigo to win her back that Kate begins to look at things a bit differently. I think that’s a nice turnaround in more ways than one. We also get a look at Roman and Avery’s relationship – or non-relationship, as the case may be – to get ready for the next book. I’m really looking forward to that one. A lot has happened between them already, so making up will be fun but also hurtful and tumultuous, I’m sure.
These characters come to life in the pages of Ms. Fox’s books. They live real lives, have real issues and resolve those issues the best they can, though sometimes they make a misstep along the way. Fun is always a part of those lives, especially in the wild, sprawling space of Alaska. This is an inviting, friendly, and romantic series, one you shouldn’t miss. Take it from someone who’s missed part of it and regrets that big time.
See my complete review at http://www.goodbadandunread.com
So in this story, Mick and Grier have already been together once. Whether that happened in the first book, I have no way of knowing now. If it did, though I don’t believe I missed a lot of the feelings, good or bad, that happened between them at the time, it still would be nice to know that and whatever else happened between them when picking up their story. Nothing like shooting yourself in the foot. Mick isn’t about to let go when it comes to Grier, despite her doing her best to avoid him. She’s doing that only because she’ll be leaving in a few short weeks, once her father’s will and the problems that have come along with it are settled. So she doesn’t want to start something neither one of them can finish. Her life is back in the lower 48 and she’s going back to it when the time comes, even though she’s not entirely sure that’s the best place for her because her ex-fiance, along with the heartache and humiliation he wrought, is still there.
Mick’s life, of course, is in Indigo. His entire life has been in Alaska. He’s a pilot and co-owner in a charter business that keeps him busy, and life is good. His one night with Grier wasn’t enough and he definitely wants more of her. He begins his campaign of making sure she stays in his life, and I have to say, the more the man tries, the move you fall in love with him. And so does Grier. But she’ll only go as far as enjoying him in the moment. Therefore, the grandmothers of the three Alaskan-grown men, whom this series is based on, they feel need to settle down return to action to insure Mick and Grier have a happily-ever-after.
And that brings us to the other characters in this series. They’re all fun and take care of their own. Even the grandmothers, though their hearts are in the right place, at points express doubts at their “meddling.” But the meddling they do isn’t as blatant as what I’ve read in similar stories. They’re upfront and honest, something rare when folks do what they’re perhaps not supposed to. I really like the friendship between Grier and her BFFs. It’s true friendship, and it’s like our relationships we have with our girlfriends, fun but honest, always having each other’s backs, someone you can talk to about anything.
Then there’s Grier’s relationship with her half-sister Kate. Things aren’t all peaches and cream when Grier first hits town, Kate stonewalling as best she can so Grier doesn’t get anything of their father’s. It’s not until Grier’s ex, Jason, pops into Indigo to win her back that Kate begins to look at things a bit differently. I think that’s a nice turnaround in more ways than one. We also get a look at Roman and Avery’s relationship – or non-relationship, as the case may be – to get ready for the next book. I’m really looking forward to that one. A lot has happened between them already, so making up will be fun but also hurtful and tumultuous, I’m sure.
These characters come to life in the pages of Ms. Fox’s books. They live real lives, have real issues and resolve those issues the best they can, though sometimes they make a misstep along the way. Fun is always a part of those lives, especially in the wild, sprawling space of Alaska. This is an inviting, friendly, and romantic series, one you shouldn’t miss. Take it from someone who’s missed part of it and regrets that big time.
See my complete review at http://www.goodbadandunread.com
February 22, 2013
Book two in the Alaskan Nights series, Come Fly With Me is just as sweet and easy to read as book one. We are further enmeshed in the lives of our residents of Indigo, Alaska and get a brilliant new romance.
Summary:
Grier Thompson was summoned to Indigo in order to settle her late father's estate. Stunned at being included in the will of a man she never knew and she thought never knew her, Grier is eager to have a piece of the man she came from. Growing up with a distant, society mother, Grier is looking for answers in why she never heard from the man who left her half of his estate, but never gave her the chance to know him in person. Despite the solemn meaning behind her presence, it's a perfect time to get out of New York considering her recent break-up with her ex-fiancé and her subsequent firing from her accounting firm. Unfortunately, her mission for answers gets her loads more heartache and questions, including a half sister she never knew she had. Her reception to the small town of Indigo is anything but warm (as it seems most residents are siding with her sister, Kate), but Grier feels she deserves to know where she came from and this prompts her to ask her friend Sloan out to help her. Sloan's arrival helps break the ice, and Grier is quickly accepted by the locals and she makes a new friend in Avery, even if she still can't have a relationship with her sister. Shouldering pain from her past break-up and the grief of the lies and omissions people have fed her all her life, the last thing Grier expects is to feel an intense, burning attraction for local bush pilot Mick O'Shaughnessy. Mick is an Indigo native with a painful history of his own, but his goals in life are to run his airline charter business and enjoy the beauty of Alaska. His first glimpse of Grier turns his priorities on their ear. The chemistry between them is extra hot, and both of them want each other equally. Mick is willing to take the chance and only worries about what future they could have, because he definitely knows he won't ever be able to get enough. Grier has never wanted anyone more, even the man she was supposed to marry, but the baggage she carries would scare most men away. A couple of surprise visitors from New York push an inevitable explosion of emotions, expectations, and fears. Mick gets the chance to heal a past wound through Grier, and Grier will find the answers she's been seeking all along, but they may not be the answers she wanted. With her reasons for being in Alaska being tied up, time, for Mick and Grier, may be at an end. Through it all the overly interested residents of Indigo keep everyone up to date, while the grandmothers discreetly meddle.
Grier was awesome. She was in such turmoil but her witty banter and happy support of her friends was a big draw. I loved the courage she showed in the face of an unwelcoming town. Mick was something else. Not only hot, but thoughtful, kind, and philosophical. The two together could cause fireworks, and showed a love so deep and true that it scared them both out of their minds. Supporting cast was again brilliant. We got to see more of Avery, who so far is my favorite character, and we were set up for her and Roman's story. I did wish we get to see more of the Indigo bachelors from book one. They were hilarious and I think a big part of our story. I'm not quite sold on Kate. She acted to childish for me, so I'll hold judgement for her novella. A fantastic read with humor and romance. <3
Summary:
Grier Thompson was summoned to Indigo in order to settle her late father's estate. Stunned at being included in the will of a man she never knew and she thought never knew her, Grier is eager to have a piece of the man she came from. Growing up with a distant, society mother, Grier is looking for answers in why she never heard from the man who left her half of his estate, but never gave her the chance to know him in person. Despite the solemn meaning behind her presence, it's a perfect time to get out of New York considering her recent break-up with her ex-fiancé and her subsequent firing from her accounting firm. Unfortunately, her mission for answers gets her loads more heartache and questions, including a half sister she never knew she had. Her reception to the small town of Indigo is anything but warm (as it seems most residents are siding with her sister, Kate), but Grier feels she deserves to know where she came from and this prompts her to ask her friend Sloan out to help her. Sloan's arrival helps break the ice, and Grier is quickly accepted by the locals and she makes a new friend in Avery, even if she still can't have a relationship with her sister. Shouldering pain from her past break-up and the grief of the lies and omissions people have fed her all her life, the last thing Grier expects is to feel an intense, burning attraction for local bush pilot Mick O'Shaughnessy. Mick is an Indigo native with a painful history of his own, but his goals in life are to run his airline charter business and enjoy the beauty of Alaska. His first glimpse of Grier turns his priorities on their ear. The chemistry between them is extra hot, and both of them want each other equally. Mick is willing to take the chance and only worries about what future they could have, because he definitely knows he won't ever be able to get enough. Grier has never wanted anyone more, even the man she was supposed to marry, but the baggage she carries would scare most men away. A couple of surprise visitors from New York push an inevitable explosion of emotions, expectations, and fears. Mick gets the chance to heal a past wound through Grier, and Grier will find the answers she's been seeking all along, but they may not be the answers she wanted. With her reasons for being in Alaska being tied up, time, for Mick and Grier, may be at an end. Through it all the overly interested residents of Indigo keep everyone up to date, while the grandmothers discreetly meddle.
Grier was awesome. She was in such turmoil but her witty banter and happy support of her friends was a big draw. I loved the courage she showed in the face of an unwelcoming town. Mick was something else. Not only hot, but thoughtful, kind, and philosophical. The two together could cause fireworks, and showed a love so deep and true that it scared them both out of their minds. Supporting cast was again brilliant. We got to see more of Avery, who so far is my favorite character, and we were set up for her and Roman's story. I did wish we get to see more of the Indigo bachelors from book one. They were hilarious and I think a big part of our story. I'm not quite sold on Kate. She acted to childish for me, so I'll hold judgement for her novella. A fantastic read with humor and romance. <3
January 27, 2014
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This is the second book in the Alaska Nights series, a hilarious trilogy of girls who venture to a small town in Alaska and find creative ways to keep warm. It is important to read these books in order. The first book really introduces all the characters, especially Grier, the protagonist of this book. She is the reason Sloan and she arrive in Alaska and all her legal troubles are introduced in the first book. This series is fun for those who want a sassy, fun read with lots of cold and snow. There are also a lot of small town hijinks and great side characters.
Grier Thompson found out who her father was after he died and left his estate to her. An estate that just happens to be located in the tiny town of Indigo, Alaska. Since she had recently broken off her engagement to her cheating fiancee and was subsequently fired from the company his father owned, she decided a little time hiding in Alaska would be perfect. However, she was greeted by an angry half-sister and a small town giving her the cold shoulder in support of their own resident. She called in reinforcement from her best friend, Sloan, who not only won over the whole town, but also the heart of one of the town’s most eligible bachelors. Grier grows to love the town as she makes friends and finds her own rhythm, which is good since the legal battle with her half-sister continues to stretch out for weeks. She would love a relationship with Kate to learn more about their father and the life she missed out on, but Kate wants nothing to do with her and resents her very presence. It’s a good thing Mike O’Shaughnessy, the local bush pilot, is more than willing to help her find out more information about her father, and with anything else she might need. However, she fully intends to return to New York City once the legal issues are resolved and she has no intention of leading on a man she truly cares for. When her ex-fiance arrives to win her back all her life-changing decisions get fast forwarded and she can no longer hide from life. She has to make a choice about what she really wants.
I didn’t love this book quite as much as the first one, but it is still a fun read with all the great characters we met in the first book. Everyone still plays a large role in this book and it is fun to see how their lives are continuing to progress. Grier and Mike are both great characters and the setting remains a wonderful one. Snow, coldness, and fun are still ever present which makes my summer days more bearable. This really is a fun series to breeze through and enjoy.
Sample dialogue:
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This is the second book in the Alaska Nights series, a hilarious trilogy of girls who venture to a small town in Alaska and find creative ways to keep warm. It is important to read these books in order. The first book really introduces all the characters, especially Grier, the protagonist of this book. She is the reason Sloan and she arrive in Alaska and all her legal troubles are introduced in the first book. This series is fun for those who want a sassy, fun read with lots of cold and snow. There are also a lot of small town hijinks and great side characters.
Grier Thompson found out who her father was after he died and left his estate to her. An estate that just happens to be located in the tiny town of Indigo, Alaska. Since she had recently broken off her engagement to her cheating fiancee and was subsequently fired from the company his father owned, she decided a little time hiding in Alaska would be perfect. However, she was greeted by an angry half-sister and a small town giving her the cold shoulder in support of their own resident. She called in reinforcement from her best friend, Sloan, who not only won over the whole town, but also the heart of one of the town’s most eligible bachelors. Grier grows to love the town as she makes friends and finds her own rhythm, which is good since the legal battle with her half-sister continues to stretch out for weeks. She would love a relationship with Kate to learn more about their father and the life she missed out on, but Kate wants nothing to do with her and resents her very presence. It’s a good thing Mike O’Shaughnessy, the local bush pilot, is more than willing to help her find out more information about her father, and with anything else she might need. However, she fully intends to return to New York City once the legal issues are resolved and she has no intention of leading on a man she truly cares for. When her ex-fiance arrives to win her back all her life-changing decisions get fast forwarded and she can no longer hide from life. She has to make a choice about what she really wants.
I didn’t love this book quite as much as the first one, but it is still a fun read with all the great characters we met in the first book. Everyone still plays a large role in this book and it is fun to see how their lives are continuing to progress. Grier and Mike are both great characters and the setting remains a wonderful one. Snow, coldness, and fun are still ever present which makes my summer days more bearable. This really is a fun series to breeze through and enjoy.
Sample dialogue:
“Why should your name be mud? From the little you’ve said, it was your ex’s fault you were dismissed.”
“Doesn’t matter. I’m the reason his behavior was exposed. I’m damaged goods.”
“You look pretty saucy from here.”
“It’s that fresh Alaska air.”
Avery flashed another wicked grin. “I think it’s the fresh Alaska men.”
Grier risked a glance over her shoulder to where Mick and Doc Cloud sat in overstuffed chairs, engaged in comfortable conversation. She couldn’t argue with Avery’s point, no matter how many times she told herself she couldn’t - or shouldn’t- partake of the locals. There was something about this one particular man.
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March 22, 2013
Blue Ribbon Rating: 4 out of 5
Original Review Link
Between catching her fiancé with another woman and learning she’s inherited the home of a father she never knew, the past year has been anything but orderly for Grier Thompson. Traveling to her father’s hometown of Indigo, Alaska brings even more surprises for Grier. She has a half-sister she never knew about and it seems like the townsfolk of Indigo aren’t too keen on a stranger cutting in on Kate’s inheritance. But with the arrival of Grier’s best friend, Sloan, the people of Indigo start to warm up to Grier and it’s not long before this small Alaskan town begins to feel like home. Grier knows she can’t get too attached to Indigo — she’s going to return to Manhattan once her father’s will is sorted out. Only, the longer Grier stays in Indigo, the more she falls in love with the town…and with sexy bush pilot Mick O’Shaughnessy.
COME FLY WITH ME is as warm and charming as the charming town in which it’s set. After reading Addison Fox’s first ALASKAN NIGHTS book, BABY IT’S COLD OUTSIDE, I was hooked on the town of Indigo and COME FLY WITH ME has only made me fall more deeply in love with the people whom Ms. Fox has brought to life with such a deft touch.
Grier is a CPA who’s never really had someone in her corner, aside from her best friend Sloan. She’s understandably wary of trusting her heart to someone and taking a chance on love. Because of this, she resists falling for Mick, a man who could make any woman swoon. Mick’s got brains, looks and charm in abundance, but he too has a past that has left him scarred. Ms. Fox doesn’t make the trip to happily ever after an easy journey for Mick and Grier, but it’s a road well worth reading about.
A secondary romance between Grier’s ex-fiancé Jason and her half-sister Kate was a nice surprise. It takes a talented author to make a cheating ex into a hero, but Ms. Fox does a fantastic job of showing Jason to be a good guy, albeit one who screwed up majorly. The sparks that fly between him and Kate are every bit as interesting as those that fly between Grier and Mick. I do wish Kate’s relationship with Grier had been a bit bigger part of the story, but the Kate and Jason storyline did give me some insight into Kate, which I enjoyed.
COME FLY WITH ME is the second ALASKAN NIGHTS story and while it can be read as a standalone, I recommend reading the series in order. Indigo is a town of rich characters that come alive on the page and though I finished COME FLY WITH ME a well satisfied reader, I’m incredibly eager for the next ALASKAN NIGHTS book, JUST IN TIME.
Note: My review was written for Romance Junkies and is cross-posted here courtesy of Romance Junkies.
Original Review Link
Between catching her fiancé with another woman and learning she’s inherited the home of a father she never knew, the past year has been anything but orderly for Grier Thompson. Traveling to her father’s hometown of Indigo, Alaska brings even more surprises for Grier. She has a half-sister she never knew about and it seems like the townsfolk of Indigo aren’t too keen on a stranger cutting in on Kate’s inheritance. But with the arrival of Grier’s best friend, Sloan, the people of Indigo start to warm up to Grier and it’s not long before this small Alaskan town begins to feel like home. Grier knows she can’t get too attached to Indigo — she’s going to return to Manhattan once her father’s will is sorted out. Only, the longer Grier stays in Indigo, the more she falls in love with the town…and with sexy bush pilot Mick O’Shaughnessy.
COME FLY WITH ME is as warm and charming as the charming town in which it’s set. After reading Addison Fox’s first ALASKAN NIGHTS book, BABY IT’S COLD OUTSIDE, I was hooked on the town of Indigo and COME FLY WITH ME has only made me fall more deeply in love with the people whom Ms. Fox has brought to life with such a deft touch.
Grier is a CPA who’s never really had someone in her corner, aside from her best friend Sloan. She’s understandably wary of trusting her heart to someone and taking a chance on love. Because of this, she resists falling for Mick, a man who could make any woman swoon. Mick’s got brains, looks and charm in abundance, but he too has a past that has left him scarred. Ms. Fox doesn’t make the trip to happily ever after an easy journey for Mick and Grier, but it’s a road well worth reading about.
A secondary romance between Grier’s ex-fiancé Jason and her half-sister Kate was a nice surprise. It takes a talented author to make a cheating ex into a hero, but Ms. Fox does a fantastic job of showing Jason to be a good guy, albeit one who screwed up majorly. The sparks that fly between him and Kate are every bit as interesting as those that fly between Grier and Mick. I do wish Kate’s relationship with Grier had been a bit bigger part of the story, but the Kate and Jason storyline did give me some insight into Kate, which I enjoyed.
COME FLY WITH ME is the second ALASKAN NIGHTS story and while it can be read as a standalone, I recommend reading the series in order. Indigo is a town of rich characters that come alive on the page and though I finished COME FLY WITH ME a well satisfied reader, I’m incredibly eager for the next ALASKAN NIGHTS book, JUST IN TIME.
Note: My review was written for Romance Junkies and is cross-posted here courtesy of Romance Junkies.
November 19, 2012
This is the first contemporary series that I can say I truly love. I've read a few so far and the others are pleasant, but don't stick with me. Ms. Fox writes such compelling characters. I loved both Grier and Mick. We had met both previously in Baby It's Cold Outside. I highly recommend reading that first. Not only is it really good, but Mick and Grier's relationship really starts in that book, as do all of the relationships amongst the main and secondary characters.
Grier has temporarily relocated from New York City to Indigo, Alaska to sort out a sudden inheritance from a father she never knew. Her half sister is contesting the will, making Grier's life pretty miserable. Grier's not really after all the stuff. She just wants a connection to someone who might have possibly loved her after growing up with her cold mother. While she's in Alaska, she meets bush pilot Mick and they have an instant attraction that she tries to ignore.
We see all of our favorite characters from last time: the grandmothers, Chooch & Hooch, Walker & Sloan (the couple from the first book) and Roman and Avery (the couple in the next book). Ms. Fox does a great job building up the potential relationships for the following books. She did this in the first book with not just Grier & Mick, but with Roman and Avery. As much as I liked Grier & Mick, I'm dying for Roman and Avery's book. There's a sneak peek at their book in this one and all I can say is that I can't wait until next year to get it!
The only thing that bothered me was
Grier has temporarily relocated from New York City to Indigo, Alaska to sort out a sudden inheritance from a father she never knew. Her half sister is contesting the will, making Grier's life pretty miserable. Grier's not really after all the stuff. She just wants a connection to someone who might have possibly loved her after growing up with her cold mother. While she's in Alaska, she meets bush pilot Mick and they have an instant attraction that she tries to ignore.
We see all of our favorite characters from last time: the grandmothers, Chooch & Hooch, Walker & Sloan (the couple from the first book) and Roman and Avery (the couple in the next book). Ms. Fox does a great job building up the potential relationships for the following books. She did this in the first book with not just Grier & Mick, but with Roman and Avery. As much as I liked Grier & Mick, I'm dying for Roman and Avery's book. There's a sneak peek at their book in this one and all I can say is that I can't wait until next year to get it!
The only thing that bothered me was
August 23, 2013
Amazing! Addison Fox does it again with her second book in the Alaskan Nights series. I've had this book sitting in my nook since it came out since last winter...not because I wasn't interested but because I was too interested. After reading Sloan and Walker's story I was foaming at the mouth realizing that I had to wait a whole year to read Grier and Mick's story. So I decided that I was going to keep right on waiting until the 3rd one came out so that I could just keep right on reading straight through to the end.
So all that being said, this story proves why Ms. Fox is one of my absolute favorite writers. Too often I find that the second book in any trilogy is usually my least favorite. Not so here. I LOVED these characters! They were written with such a amazing depth, realism, and wittiness that I couldn't name a single solitary instance that I was ever even remotely annoyed with Grier and only once or twice that I wanted to smack Mick (which is how it should be ;).
The plot itself was a continuation of Grier's fight for her father's inheritance. There isn't much to be done about that though aside from let the lawyers figure it out. The true story here is the relationships...romance, friendship, family...it's all here and it is all handled so deftly and perfectly. I especially adore the friendship between Grier, Sloan and Avery. This is type of friendship every women wants and few find. It's not catty but neither is it false with nothing but sunshine and roses. There is some snarkiness perfectly balanced with the knowledge that they will support each other no matter what. It says "I think you're being a total ass about this, but I stand behind you anyway".
The writing itself is superb. Whether you are in the character's head (I dare you not to laugh when she talks to "the prissy bitch") or it's narrative, I found every word perfect.
I really can't express with words how much I loved this book. So when I turned the page that said Epilogue on the top I thought "no. absolutely not. I am not finished with these people!" So I am so happy that I waited and can now pick my Nook back up from a much needed charge and dive right into "Just in Time". I can't wait to watch Roman fight to get back what he threw away...and to see Avery get back a little of her own ;)
So all that being said, this story proves why Ms. Fox is one of my absolute favorite writers. Too often I find that the second book in any trilogy is usually my least favorite. Not so here. I LOVED these characters! They were written with such a amazing depth, realism, and wittiness that I couldn't name a single solitary instance that I was ever even remotely annoyed with Grier and only once or twice that I wanted to smack Mick (which is how it should be ;).
The plot itself was a continuation of Grier's fight for her father's inheritance. There isn't much to be done about that though aside from let the lawyers figure it out. The true story here is the relationships...romance, friendship, family...it's all here and it is all handled so deftly and perfectly. I especially adore the friendship between Grier, Sloan and Avery. This is type of friendship every women wants and few find. It's not catty but neither is it false with nothing but sunshine and roses. There is some snarkiness perfectly balanced with the knowledge that they will support each other no matter what. It says "I think you're being a total ass about this, but I stand behind you anyway".
The writing itself is superb. Whether you are in the character's head (I dare you not to laugh when she talks to "the prissy bitch") or it's narrative, I found every word perfect.
I really can't express with words how much I loved this book. So when I turned the page that said Epilogue on the top I thought "no. absolutely not. I am not finished with these people!" So I am so happy that I waited and can now pick my Nook back up from a much needed charge and dive right into "Just in Time". I can't wait to watch Roman fight to get back what he threw away...and to see Avery get back a little of her own ;)
July 27, 2017
Truth be told, I was a little let down by this book. I'd gotten through the first with the expectation of this being a better story.
I wanted to like Grier and I think I did, more than I liked Sloan at any rate, but it wasn't enough to really enjoy the story. Her reasoning for avoiding Mick and 'what they could be' were stupid-her ex cheating on her and whatever else she came up with. If there had been more parallels between her and her mother, more focus on the Daddy abandonment, then those reasons would have been more logical and understandable.
The ex showing up was pointless to Grier and Mick's story-although not for Kate's setup. But really? He goes and nothing? No confrontation, no love triangles, no drama. It leads up to the you don't tell me anything back and forth yo-yo. Speaking of Mick keeping that secret about his Mum-kettle? black? anyone? But with that, I didn't feel liked that was explored enough-other than ruining his relationship with his father, how did it affect him? And why weren't there hints/tips before-why was that a town secret?
The sudden about-face with Kate really annoyed me. I slept with your ex and was a bitch-sisters? Let's hug it out. Blah! No work up.
I really wanted to like these books, I did. But they read like a first draft or at least not a final cut. feel like they needed more time, more thought to really bring out what's in there. There is potential.
I wanted to like Grier and I think I did, more than I liked Sloan at any rate, but it wasn't enough to really enjoy the story. Her reasoning for avoiding Mick and 'what they could be' were stupid-her ex cheating on her and whatever else she came up with. If there had been more parallels between her and her mother, more focus on the Daddy abandonment, then those reasons would have been more logical and understandable.
The ex showing up was pointless to Grier and Mick's story-although not for Kate's setup. But really? He goes and nothing? No confrontation, no love triangles, no drama. It leads up to the you don't tell me anything back and forth yo-yo. Speaking of Mick keeping that secret about his Mum-kettle? black? anyone? But with that, I didn't feel liked that was explored enough-other than ruining his relationship with his father, how did it affect him? And why weren't there hints/tips before-why was that a town secret?
The sudden about-face with Kate really annoyed me. I slept with your ex and was a bitch-sisters? Let's hug it out. Blah! No work up.
I really wanted to like these books, I did. But they read like a first draft or at least not a final cut. feel like they needed more time, more thought to really bring out what's in there. There is potential.
November 20, 2012
**My FULL REVIEW here**
I LOVED this book. Loved it. Addison Fox's little town of Indigo actually does the impossible; it makes me want to go to Alaska. The setting, the characters, all of it. It makes me wish I were there visiting, chatting, and becoming friends with them. Even with authors that I really love, I typically have to skim through at least a few parts in their books. No skipping here. I devoured every single word on every single page.
After spending New Years Eve in New York with her mother, Grier has to fly back to Alaska until the battle over her fathers will is finally over. She is looking forward to spending more time in Alaska; her best friend Sloan (and Sloan's fiance, Walker, who is also Grier's lawyer) is living there now, along with her new friend Avery. The locals are starting to warm up to her, with the exception of her half sister Kate, of course and Grier is starting to enjoy her time in Alaska. It doesn't hurt that Mick is still around....she can't get their spontaneous night out of her head, or him out of her heart.
I LOVED this book. Loved it. Addison Fox's little town of Indigo actually does the impossible; it makes me want to go to Alaska. The setting, the characters, all of it. It makes me wish I were there visiting, chatting, and becoming friends with them. Even with authors that I really love, I typically have to skim through at least a few parts in their books. No skipping here. I devoured every single word on every single page.
After spending New Years Eve in New York with her mother, Grier has to fly back to Alaska until the battle over her fathers will is finally over. She is looking forward to spending more time in Alaska; her best friend Sloan (and Sloan's fiance, Walker, who is also Grier's lawyer) is living there now, along with her new friend Avery. The locals are starting to warm up to her, with the exception of her half sister Kate, of course and Grier is starting to enjoy her time in Alaska. It doesn't hurt that Mick is still around....she can't get their spontaneous night out of her head, or him out of her heart.
June 22, 2017
While I liked this story it was too close in plot to Forever and a Day by Jill Shalvis where the heroine has a high paying bank job but settles for small accounting jobs around town instead. Honestly I think Ms. Shalvis did a better job with this story line than Ms. Fox. I absolutely loved Baby It's Cold Outside and expected great things from the second book. Unfortunately I just didn't like the heroine as she just annoyed me with her whining. Though I did like Mick O'Shaughnessy. The only saving grace for this book was Grier's friends Avery and Sloan who made me smile. I look forward to Avery's story though I already have preconceived notions that Roman is a jerk. It'll be intersting to see how Ms. Fox makes him into hero material.
November 14, 2013
My Booklist review:
The sequel to Baby It’s Cold Outside (2011) finds New York socialite Grier Thompson coming to grips with the sudden revelation of her heretofore unknown father’s identity after he dies and leaves her an inheritance. Contested by the man’s legitimate daughter, the will is being held up in court until Grier can prove her relationship. The small town of Indigo, Alaska, is divided as to whether Grier, his daughter Kate, or both should inherit the sizable property. While she waits, Grier’s life changes as she makes good friends in Indigo and becomes smitten with bush pilot Mick. Having dumped her fiancé after she discovered him in a compromising position with an office intern, Grier is shocked when her ex arrives in Alaska to try to get her back. Grier is more interested, however, in learning about her father and getting to know her recalcitrant half-sister, who wants nothing to do with her. Fox deals with issues of abandonment and betrayal in a sensitive manner while baring the souls of everyone involved in this satisfying contemporary romance.
— Pat Henshaw
The sequel to Baby It’s Cold Outside (2011) finds New York socialite Grier Thompson coming to grips with the sudden revelation of her heretofore unknown father’s identity after he dies and leaves her an inheritance. Contested by the man’s legitimate daughter, the will is being held up in court until Grier can prove her relationship. The small town of Indigo, Alaska, is divided as to whether Grier, his daughter Kate, or both should inherit the sizable property. While she waits, Grier’s life changes as she makes good friends in Indigo and becomes smitten with bush pilot Mick. Having dumped her fiancé after she discovered him in a compromising position with an office intern, Grier is shocked when her ex arrives in Alaska to try to get her back. Grier is more interested, however, in learning about her father and getting to know her recalcitrant half-sister, who wants nothing to do with her. Fox deals with issues of abandonment and betrayal in a sensitive manner while baring the souls of everyone involved in this satisfying contemporary romance.
— Pat Henshaw
December 18, 2013
With this book the town is growing on me even more. I like how more and more of the towns residents are taking more of active interest in meddling with things, especially the Grandmothers. With this book they seem to be taking things to a whole different level.
Grier and Mick's relationship was odd. They were great as long as they only focused on the now and the physical, but once they tried to talk about important things, well, then things went crazy for them.
I liked that Grier learned more about her father, the whole reason for her being in Alaska, even better was that finally, Grier and Kate have forged a relationship.
I can't wait to see what happens with Avery and Roman. I like that Roman may finally realize what he had and walked away.
Grier and Mick's relationship was odd. They were great as long as they only focused on the now and the physical, but once they tried to talk about important things, well, then things went crazy for them.
I liked that Grier learned more about her father, the whole reason for her being in Alaska, even better was that finally, Grier and Kate have forged a relationship.
I can't wait to see what happens with Avery and Roman. I like that Roman may finally realize what he had and walked away.
December 8, 2012
What a delightful addition to the Addison Fox lexicon! Her supernatural series is great but this storyline is simply irresistible.
Charming characters, no over-the-top drama and some genuinely funny scenes puncutate this tale of Alaskan romance. Yes, the climax is a little over the top but it's adorable. Every year, I wait for an Indigo novel to come from Fox to make my holiday reading complete. And she did not disappoint. I agree with another reviewer: I wish these came out more often! The romance world needs more Addison Fox!!
Charming characters, no over-the-top drama and some genuinely funny scenes puncutate this tale of Alaskan romance. Yes, the climax is a little over the top but it's adorable. Every year, I wait for an Indigo novel to come from Fox to make my holiday reading complete. And she did not disappoint. I agree with another reviewer: I wish these came out more often! The romance world needs more Addison Fox!!
May 4, 2015
I remember enjoying the first in this series a few year ago, but had to struggle to finish this one. Perhaps I needed a refresher on the characters, but I found myself not caring about their relationships, which makes for a difficult slog of a read. I won't be searching for any others in the series.
February 12, 2013
I enjoyed this novel. I love the small town feel and how there are multiple characters to care about. I hadn't read the first novel and feel as if that was a mistake because certain things must have happened in that novel that relate to this one. It wasn't horrible, but the background knowledge would have helped. I plan to eventually read the first one and look forward to the next novel.
January 3, 2014
Such fun cast of characters in this series. The author does such an amazing job of describing them and the town that it makes me want to pack my bags and move to Alaska. Once again Addison Fox delivers with laugh out loud dialogue one minute and tears in my eyes the next. Loved this story and can't wait for #3!!
April 22, 2013
I really enjoyed the first book, and this one was a great sequel. Mick and Grier are charming and the dialogues are often witty and funny. Like all the romances the plot is predictable, but I spent a great moment with it nonetheless. I also totally loved the atmosphere. I can't wait for the next book with Roman and Avery.
June 17, 2013
I so loved this story the setting is great the hero Mick is just the nicest Guy with issues he has to get over and Grier is a great heroine such a great outlook on life with all that has been thrown her way. This one pulled me in from the start and I couldn't put it down I am looking forward to the next one in the series.
December 28, 2012
I really enjoyed this book. I loved the main characters and it was nice to revisit the town.
I also loved how it has set up for the next book.
Best of all we don`t have to wait so long for the next one.
I also loved how it has set up for the next book.
Best of all we don`t have to wait so long for the next one.
December 5, 2012
Loved, loved, loved this book! Addison Fox did not disappoint with strong characters, sexually charged tension & a well developed story that had me grabbing my Kindle every chance I got. Can't wait for the next one.
March 30, 2014
a very sweet and heartfelt love story with lots of ups and downs, trials and tribulations, and the unending capacity of the heart to overcome adversity and find forgiveness for others and yourself. can't wait to find out what happens next int his small town in Alaska!
March 24, 2021
I really like the Alaskan Nights books. Grier and Mick are great and I love how the entire town knows their business. It was a great continuation of the events in the first book. Can't wait to read Avery's book. 3/24/21 - I still agree with my previous review. I really enjoy these books.
November 6, 2014
I read the first book in the series nearly 3 years ago. I couldn't find this book at my library until just recently through a interlibrary loan. Anyway, I spent half the book trying to remember who was who and who did what. It probably would be 4 stars if not for the time lapse.
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