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Cherry On Top
Cherry Harte is ready to set the world on fire--figuratively, of course. Unfortunately, people tend to underestimate a girl whose insane family attracts loan sharks and bail bondsmen the way some people attract money. So when Cherry wins the lottery, it's see ya later, New Jersey; hello, Mystic Beach, Florida. With her new villa, wardrobe, and personal history, Cherry is this close to totally reinventing her life. The only thing that can stop her now is a man who doesn't fit--a hunky mechanic who kicks her libido from zero to sixty in no time flat... Luke Chance is allergic to cherries--literally. He also avoids women with money, especially new money. But Cherry Harte is fun, different, and super-sexy. But is she on the lam? The woman's hiding something, and he intends to find out what. Chance is a man on a mission...call it love.
352 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 1, 2005
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About the author
Kathleen Long
42 books147 followersKathleen Long is the author of sixteen novels in the genres of women’s fiction, contemporary romance, and romantic suspense.
Kathleen has won a RIO Award and is a two-time winner of the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence. Her additional honors include nominations for National Readers’ Choice, RITA, HOLT Medallion, Booksellers’ Best, and Book Buyers Best awards, as well as appearances on the USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists.
A native of Wilmington, Delaware, she now divides her time between suburban Philadelphia and the New Jersey shore.
When Kathleen is not plotting her next book or teaching creative writing, she spends her time bribing her tween to pick up her clothes, begging the dog to heel, and experimenting with photography.
Kathleen has won a RIO Award and is a two-time winner of the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence. Her additional honors include nominations for National Readers’ Choice, RITA, HOLT Medallion, Booksellers’ Best, and Book Buyers Best awards, as well as appearances on the USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists.
A native of Wilmington, Delaware, she now divides her time between suburban Philadelphia and the New Jersey shore.
When Kathleen is not plotting her next book or teaching creative writing, she spends her time bribing her tween to pick up her clothes, begging the dog to heel, and experimenting with photography.
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Displaying 1 - 26 of 26 reviews
July 16, 2017
OK. Sure this was a bit cheesy and predictable, but it was a fun read. That pink poodle on the cover has some serious identity issues, you'll never guess what he is drawn to for a mate.
May 26, 2014
A book that is FUN to read! Cherry wants to distance herself from her dysfunctional parents and to be "accepted" in "society". So when she and her sister, Liz, win the lottery it is the perfect opportunity to move to Florida and reinvent herself, with the aim of joining the Mystic Beach Womens League and be a member of the elite. However, she didn't count on meeting Luke, the mechanic who although she finds absolutely totally irresistable, does not fit into her plans at all. For his part, feelings are mutual but because he was once hurt by a "rich bitch" isn't exactly eager to take things further with Cherry. What you get therefore is the romantic standoff - everyone knows they should, but they just refuse to do it!
As Cherry is trying so hard to distance herself from her roots, it comes as no surprise therefore when her father, who left the family years ago, suddenly turns up on the doorstep - and yes, it does mean trouble for Cherry and her plans to join the society set. With sister Liz (who adores dressing up and has a particular penchant for wigs) to help her, she has to enter into a wager to pay off her father's debt to a mob-type figure and protect her imprisoned mother. All this, of course, without anyone finding out about her past.
What you get is a marvellous cast of characters, including a dwarf hitman who loves tampering with cars and especially Yogi the mysterious artist who refers to himself in the third party. I loved him, and in my mind, for some bizarre reason, I had him pictured as Johnny Depp in his Willy Wonka phase!
I did have to do one spot of googling, being English I was totally unaware that it is said that tomato saucec can get rid of the smell of skunk spray.
To sum up, a good fun romantic comedy which is nice and quick to read, can be read in one long sitting. Have fun!
As Cherry is trying so hard to distance herself from her roots, it comes as no surprise therefore when her father, who left the family years ago, suddenly turns up on the doorstep - and yes, it does mean trouble for Cherry and her plans to join the society set. With sister Liz (who adores dressing up and has a particular penchant for wigs) to help her, she has to enter into a wager to pay off her father's debt to a mob-type figure and protect her imprisoned mother. All this, of course, without anyone finding out about her past.
What you get is a marvellous cast of characters, including a dwarf hitman who loves tampering with cars and especially Yogi the mysterious artist who refers to himself in the third party. I loved him, and in my mind, for some bizarre reason, I had him pictured as Johnny Depp in his Willy Wonka phase!
I did have to do one spot of googling, being English I was totally unaware that it is said that tomato saucec can get rid of the smell of skunk spray.
To sum up, a good fun romantic comedy which is nice and quick to read, can be read in one long sitting. Have fun!
July 11, 2012
One of the worst days of Cherry's life becomes one of her best when she discovers she has won the lottery. She and her sister escape to Florida to create new lives for themselves. In doing so, they discover who they really were all along. This is a stand-alone novel/romance rather than a mystery. I liked this story but thought it was way too long. About halfway into it, I was ready for it to end. The whole tattoo "bit" got old pretty quickly, too. The main characters were quite likeable, though.
August 20, 2012
It's a cute story with likeable characters thrown into funny situations. Cherry, our heroine, decides to remake herself after she and her sister Liz win the lottery. Liz goes along with her plan and they head off to Florida. Escaping the past is not that easy, however, and in fact can be pure chaos.
The romances are fairly predictable and kind of drag on, which is my only complaint. The rest of it I enjoyed - Lucky, Yogi, Moose, Monty, even Fran's appearance made me chuckle. The hijinks from the sisters and their relationship with one another in general were fun to read.
The romances are fairly predictable and kind of drag on, which is my only complaint. The rest of it I enjoyed - Lucky, Yogi, Moose, Monty, even Fran's appearance made me chuckle. The hijinks from the sisters and their relationship with one another in general were fun to read.
September 4, 2012
I don't normally read straight up contemporary romance, I really liked the humor and sense of mystery that was in this one. Loved the attraction and banter between Cherry and Luke. Gramps was a hoot and a half, I kept on picturing the Fraser's dad for his character.
July 26, 2013
The biggest thing I liked about this book is that it makes you think "what if". While the story can be crazy at times, there are some wonderfully developed characters. There's also a tattoo thing that gets a little annoying.
September 28, 2011
This was a quick read. It has a cute story that reminds me a little of Sue Civil-Brown's books. I wish she kept writing in this format. If your looking for a rainy afternoon story this is it.
July 2, 2012
Not bad, cute story and the supporting cast of characters where kind of hillarious!
July 2, 2012
Cherry on top is a wonderful story. Kathleen Long's use of a skunk and her quirky characters make this a fun quick read.
July 5, 2012
Review haiku:
Lottery winner
Falls for auto mechanic
Funny and silly
Lottery winner
Falls for auto mechanic
Funny and silly
July 15, 2012
Fun easy read. Perfect for that in between book time where you want to read but want it light and fun. Worth the time
July 13, 2012
Not bad but I am glad it was a freebie. The plot was very predictable and pretty repetitive in a lot of places.
July 13, 2012
Cute story - refreshing change from what I've been reading.
August 5, 2012
not bad, pretty quick read. a little wordy at times, but overall easy read.
July 20, 2012
Cute. Easy quick read.
August 16, 2012
This was a good book, and a pretty quick read for me. Trying to get back on track with my reading goals for the year.
January 19, 2013
This was competently written and had all the ingredients which would normally make this a five star read for me but somehow I didn't connect with the book or the characters in the way I'd hoped.
January 31, 2013
Fun read. I didn't want the story to end.
April 20, 2013
Did not like the cover but the book was great. When I spend the entire day reading a book rather than putting it down .... it rates 5-stars.
June 15, 2013
Cute, funny, romantic book!
April 6, 2014
Fun and entertaining, but a little long for me.
October 4, 2016
Least favorite of her books
The story line was a bit unbelievable compared to her other books I have read. Also the sex in the story was a bit too much for my taste in reading.
The story line was a bit unbelievable compared to her other books I have read. Also the sex in the story was a bit too much for my taste in reading.
December 5, 2016
Fantastic
Another fantastic laugh out loud book. Fantastic characters and a funny story it's a big five stars from me .
Another fantastic laugh out loud book. Fantastic characters and a funny story it's a big five stars from me .
July 18, 2012
a fun read
July 19, 2012
Fun, light romance in the style of janet evanovich.
February 3, 2015
fun read cute story
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