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Cochran/Deveraux #1
Lucky In Love
A woman escaping the pressures of her family, and a man wary of love, struggle to put their pain behind them -- and claim the future together.
Lucky in Love is the book that started it all. It's the first in a series of compelling contemporary romances about the Cochran family from Detroit and the Deveraux family from Atlanta. Benita Cochran of Cochran Communications and Clayton Deveraux of The Deveraux Group met for business only, but it was clear that they were destined for more. Clay tried to resist the powerful attraction he felt to Benita, but in a very short time, they went from the boardroom to the bedroom and right to the altar. They were so well-matched in so many ways that even her domineering father's opposition to their union couldn't stand in their way. After their romantic wedding and passionate honeymoon Benita eagerly embraces her new life in Atlanta. She loves everything about being Mrs. Clay Deveraux, especially the baby she was carrying. Everything is golden until a tragedy rips them apart. Only the love they have for each other enables them to fight through their grief and pain to recapture the passion and joy that brought them together. Lucky in Love is an award-winning national best-seller that began the series of passionate, intelligent and warmhearted romances that have won fans worldwide.
Lucky in Love is the book that started it all. It's the first in a series of compelling contemporary romances about the Cochran family from Detroit and the Deveraux family from Atlanta. Benita Cochran of Cochran Communications and Clayton Deveraux of The Deveraux Group met for business only, but it was clear that they were destined for more. Clay tried to resist the powerful attraction he felt to Benita, but in a very short time, they went from the boardroom to the bedroom and right to the altar. They were so well-matched in so many ways that even her domineering father's opposition to their union couldn't stand in their way. After their romantic wedding and passionate honeymoon Benita eagerly embraces her new life in Atlanta. She loves everything about being Mrs. Clay Deveraux, especially the baby she was carrying. Everything is golden until a tragedy rips them apart. Only the love they have for each other enables them to fight through their grief and pain to recapture the passion and joy that brought them together. Lucky in Love is an award-winning national best-seller that began the series of passionate, intelligent and warmhearted romances that have won fans worldwide.
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First published August 1, 2002
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June 22, 2016
The origin to the great Cochran/Deveraux series... one of the best!
December 11, 2016
I liked Benita she had herself together and she is the type of woman I strive to be. Her dad was a trip though. I couldn't believe that he not only had the man investigated so he could find dirt on him but he tried to shame this man with nasty hateful phone calls after the accident. When the Therapist Flores came on the scene looking like her brother Adam I was like girl that's your half brother. It was confirmed when her Godfather saw the man at the airport in LA. I cant wait to see what will happen next.
January 4, 2015
What a beautiful, tender love story filled with family drama, conflict, loss, heart-break and forgiveness. The characters are engaging, humorous and sometimes annoying but that is the definition of family. Clayton and Benita recognize the blessings they share and do everything in their power not to let their marriage/love be destroyed by her manipulative and controlling father. Awesome story!
September 11, 2017
Lucky in Love
The journey to love for Bennie and Clay started pretty but life has a way of showing that in a blink of an eye things can change. I enjoyed this story as it showed how love can deepen in the midst of obstacles and devastation. Looking forward to reading the other stories.
The journey to love for Bennie and Clay started pretty but life has a way of showing that in a blink of an eye things can change. I enjoyed this story as it showed how love can deepen in the midst of obstacles and devastation. Looking forward to reading the other stories.
April 28, 2024
Exceptional ✍🏾
I enjoyed this story a d the touching characters personalities. In depth writing, descriptions and background. First time reading the author's writing and will not be the last.
I enjoyed this story a d the touching characters personalities. In depth writing, descriptions and background. First time reading the author's writing and will not be the last.
December 6, 2017
This was a wonderful romance story
July 6, 2018
For some odd reason, This was boring to me. It was so slow and I just couldn't get into the characters
January 6, 2021
New favorite author
I loved this story! It made me fall in love with the characters. Captivating and well written! A must read if you like romance novels.
I loved this story! It made me fall in love with the characters. Captivating and well written! A must read if you like romance novels.
June 15, 2024
Great book
I really like this book. Will buy more of her books. I want to get the whole series mire of her series..
I really like this book. Will buy more of her books. I want to get the whole series mire of her series..
February 2, 2025
This books is for real lovers and lovers only! Truly a remarkable Black love story that is beautifully told and leaves the reader very satisfied.
February 16, 2025
Good book
Love a great love story. It was good from the beginning to the end. I can read a story like this over and over again
Love a great love story. It was good from the beginning to the end. I can read a story like this over and over again
September 21, 2012
I wanted to meet Benita and Clay. They seemed to be a couple that would make you believe there is a loved one out there for everyone.
This is a very intriguing and involving story that give you more than simple romance. It takes you on a trip of self discovery and self resolve. Benita and Clay hit some snags and grow from it and learn that love can conquer all.
This story takes you on a trip of a cast of lovable mates that you will very willing to meet in the up coming series of life altering decisions.
This is a very intriguing and involving story that give you more than simple romance. It takes you on a trip of self discovery and self resolve. Benita and Clay hit some snags and grow from it and learn that love can conquer all.
This story takes you on a trip of a cast of lovable mates that you will very willing to meet in the up coming series of life altering decisions.
April 29, 2012
It was an okay read. I love how Benita "Benny" handled conflict very mature and did not allow it to become an issue. I wish it was more intimate details about their relationship than reading like a flashback kind of way or better yet just a summary of the events.
March 20, 2012
It was pretty good:)
June 1, 2020
this novel was originally read in 2010.
February 23, 2013
Benita and Clay's story was awesome. They were really meant to be together.
December 22, 2014
Still five stars for me.
I am reading this book for like the 4th time and I still get giddy. Loved it then and still loving it now.
I am reading this book for like the 4th time and I still get giddy. Loved it then and still loving it now.
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January 21, 2015
Great story
this book was a bit weird in the beginning, but as you continued with each pages, it turns into a good read.
this book was a bit weird in the beginning, but as you continued with each pages, it turns into a good read.
May 20, 2015
Heartwarming
This book is everything you'd expect from a romance. I was never disappointed but anxious to find out who this Dr. is to them.
This book is everything you'd expect from a romance. I was never disappointed but anxious to find out who this Dr. is to them.
March 15, 2025
Loved it
I chose this rating because there was no detail left uncovered.
I could just imagine each scene, a true love story.
I chose this rating because there was no detail left uncovered.
I could just imagine each scene, a true love story.
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