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Cindy Eller #3
How [Not] to Kiss a Beast
Cindy's Ordinary boyfriend is missing and nobody seems to know where he has gone. Cindy is convinced that something horrible has happened to him, but every attempt she has made to find him--Magical or otherwise--has offered no explanation.
Then she learns that her mysterious father is behind it all.
How can she fight against powers she doesn't even understand--especially when her own Magic is acting up worse than ever before?
And what will she do when enemies of her father start coming out of the woodwork?
Then she learns that her mysterious father is behind it all.
How can she fight against powers she doesn't even understand--especially when her own Magic is acting up worse than ever before?
And what will she do when enemies of her father start coming out of the woodwork?
187 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 24, 2013
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October 1, 2017
I was extremely bored for most of this book. It was quite obvious what was going on about halfway through it, even though I had liked the series previously. Cindy came across as extremely stupid, and not a lot made sense. There wasn't much in the way of romance in this, and I couldn't bring myself to care about the supporting characters at all. Not worth continuing the series!
January 7, 2016
Where There's A Beast There's A Way
This series must be read in order. The first book is How (Not) To Play With Magic. The second book is How (Not) To Kiss A Toad. The third book is How (Not) To Kiss A Prince. This is the fourth book.
This was by far the best book in the series! I feel like I live in Cindy's world when I'm reading these books :) They really must be read in order or you would be totally lost. This is the one series I thoroughly enjoy personally that I can not wait to share with my children :) They appeal to all ages and I can not wait for the next installment!
***This series is suitable for mature young adult through adult readers who enjoy modern fantasy with a fractured fairytale vibe and magical mayhem with a dash of romance :)
This series must be read in order. The first book is How (Not) To Play With Magic. The second book is How (Not) To Kiss A Toad. The third book is How (Not) To Kiss A Prince. This is the fourth book.
This was by far the best book in the series! I feel like I live in Cindy's world when I'm reading these books :) They really must be read in order or you would be totally lost. This is the one series I thoroughly enjoy personally that I can not wait to share with my children :) They appeal to all ages and I can not wait for the next installment!
***This series is suitable for mature young adult through adult readers who enjoy modern fantasy with a fractured fairytale vibe and magical mayhem with a dash of romance :)
August 22, 2014
Fun!
I knew were he was all along but, it was fun to see the story play out. Great read and the characters are vividly fastening. I'm enjoying this series and recommend the highly.
I knew were he was all along but, it was fun to see the story play out. Great read and the characters are vividly fastening. I'm enjoying this series and recommend the highly.
August 31, 2016
That was quite emotional. I have to say I figured out the end before reaching the first half of the book, but it was still fabulous. I have mixed feelings about Cindy's father. It was nice to read about Sumac again, and her sisters.
The end is what got me all weepy, though.
The end is what got me all weepy, though.
December 4, 2016
Love it!
Poor Cindy! I'm glad this is one of those HFN books, but the cliffhanger....grrr. Ok, if you're reading this review you obviously haven't read this series yet. Start at the beginning and work your way through to here. The books are great if in need of a copy edit. Or you're the author and I can say, love these books, but you need a copy editor :)
Poor Cindy! I'm glad this is one of those HFN books, but the cliffhanger....grrr. Ok, if you're reading this review you obviously haven't read this series yet. Start at the beginning and work your way through to here. The books are great if in need of a copy edit. Or you're the author and I can say, love these books, but you need a copy editor :)
September 2, 2018
This is a cute series to read for just some light reading.
September 13, 2020
The story was nice, allthough a little predictable. Reading this series you have to be careful to not eat to many sweets..
May 15, 2024
As always this series has all the twists and turns and usually ends on a big twist to set up for the next book. I definitely did not expect that ending and cannot wait for the next book!
April 16, 2015
In Short: Cindy is finally finding out who she is and what she is made of while running a deliciously popular bakery alongside friends and family. Her amazing boyfriend Timothy has come up missing and she is sure her daddy dearest has something to do with it since he isn't thrilled with her partner selection. Meanwhile Jessi has stepped in arranged for Cindy's baking skills to be on full display for "The Battling Cupcakes" competition television series. Cindy has to keep it together on camera and figure out where Timothy is and what her father has to do with it.
Cindy is a great character. She is full of life and pretty ambitious but still level-headed without being too serious. The banter and relationships with her friends and family is both kind and humorous. This plot was a bit obvious to me but I still wholly enjoyed the read. I felt all warm and fuzzy as her family got closer as a unit in this title of the series. I am already queued up to read the next book!
Cindy is a great character. She is full of life and pretty ambitious but still level-headed without being too serious. The banter and relationships with her friends and family is both kind and humorous. This plot was a bit obvious to me but I still wholly enjoyed the read. I felt all warm and fuzzy as her family got closer as a unit in this title of the series. I am already queued up to read the next book!
August 29, 2017
This was a great book! I didnt like it as much as the previous books by this lady, but thats because i am not really into mystery stories per se. But i definitely enjoyed this story, especially Cindy's little sis Iris and her pets. Again all the descriptive writing is wonderful and makes it so easy to imagine everything as you are reading along. I am also going to read the other books about Cindy's sister Goldie because this series is so wonderful and fun! Just cant put them down til i am so sleepy i cant read anymore!
January 16, 2016
Wish the baked goods were real and the stories had an ending
I enjoy the descriptions of the baked goods and Cindy in general but the endings are just tacked on to set up the cliffhanger in the next book. I don't want a series of cliffhangers. I want a series of stories with a beginning, middle and end. I read series books but this is probably the last of this series for me. I also knew the obvious answer to the question long before it was revealed. Not sure what took her so long.
I enjoy the descriptions of the baked goods and Cindy in general but the endings are just tacked on to set up the cliffhanger in the next book. I don't want a series of cliffhangers. I want a series of stories with a beginning, middle and end. I read series books but this is probably the last of this series for me. I also knew the obvious answer to the question long before it was revealed. Not sure what took her so long.
September 13, 2013
This is book three in the Cindy Eller series. This book is much like the last and leaves off directly where the last one ended. This book is much more fast paced and quite a few mysteries that need to be solved. I like that added aspect to the series. It makes the story flow much better as this book really was full of action.
So far this is my favorite book of the series. I do however wish the books were a tad longer!
So far this is my favorite book of the series. I do however wish the books were a tad longer!
October 14, 2016
Hairy Man
Another well written story with humor and mystery. Do not forget the love component.Timothy is taken by Cindy's father who he manages to escape from. He is a protector who does not remember who he is until the end of the book. Cindy's father wants to control who his daughter is with but in the end loves conquers all. It is interesting that Cindy feels comfortable with the hairy man.
Another well written story with humor and mystery. Do not forget the love component.Timothy is taken by Cindy's father who he manages to escape from. He is a protector who does not remember who he is until the end of the book. Cindy's father wants to control who his daughter is with but in the end loves conquers all. It is interesting that Cindy feels comfortable with the hairy man.
January 5, 2017
Keeps you guessing
It was really hard to figure out how this book was going to end. A little mystery lots of unexpected happenings and a true love are all part of this book. The author keeps you hooked until the very end. Our magical baker is still intriguing and very much in love with her boyfriend Timothy, who has disappeared mysteriously without a trace while on a trip. It ends happily but it's touch and go for awhile. A fun book to read!
It was really hard to figure out how this book was going to end. A little mystery lots of unexpected happenings and a true love are all part of this book. The author keeps you hooked until the very end. Our magical baker is still intriguing and very much in love with her boyfriend Timothy, who has disappeared mysteriously without a trace while on a trip. It ends happily but it's touch and go for awhile. A fun book to read!
June 10, 2013
A few weeks ago I read How Not to Kiss a Prince! Awesome book! It didn't pick right up where the other book left off exactly but the story was connected to the first one and I loved every moment of it. The characters were well thought out and the plot moved smoothly. I was able to keep up with the twists and turns without it being slow or boring.
July 31, 2013
Enjoyable "popcorn" paranormal romance. Yes, as one review I saw said, the plot is transparent, but I think that's intentional. Just go with the flow.
The grammatical errors, however, are QUITE glaring. Self-published authors and really need to find that one person they can count on to find the grammatical errors and typos. Spell check and grammar check in MS Word usually aren't enough.
The grammatical errors, however, are QUITE glaring. Self-published authors and really need to find that one person they can count on to find the grammatical errors and typos. Spell check and grammar check in MS Word usually aren't enough.
September 30, 2016
Another awesome book in the Cindy eller series. This series seems to b going from strength to strength. Lots of emotional ups and downs with this one and a sort of new big bad to add to the mix. There has to b one (or two) in every good witch book. Keep em coming girl!
July 3, 2013
Can't get enough of these characters. So much fun and the witchy parts so interesting. Can't wait for more
September 12, 2013
I like this series, but wasn't a big fan of this book. It was very predictable. I will continue to read the next ones, since I have really enjoyed the previous books.
October 17, 2013
Still delightful! Can't wait to read the rest!
January 13, 2014
really enjoying this series of witchcraft/baking
March 11, 2014
Wonderful!
Wonderful!
I cannot wait to read the next one. I can't get enough of Cindy Eller and her family and friends. This is one of my favorite series.
Wonderful!
I cannot wait to read the next one. I can't get enough of Cindy Eller and her family and friends. This is one of my favorite series.
June 7, 2014
another fun read.
December 24, 2014
These books are very light and fun reading. You can't analyze them too much cause there are a lot of holes you can pick at, but I've enjoyed listening to them as I do my housework.
September 20, 2014
I really do enjoy these. The description and humor keep me reading. It has an unending like the others so I have to pick up the next one to see how it all works out.
October 6, 2014
Everyone saw the end of this coming from a mile away, right? xD Clearly compelling enough for me to keep reading though!
February 11, 2015
Another fun fast book from this series. I am truly enjoying them! In serious need of a copy editor, the mis spellings and typos are sometimes hard on the rhythm I am into. Ready for book 4!!
May 7, 2015
Cute paranormal mystery/romance/comedy. I'm looking forward to the fourth one!
July 31, 2015
Love It
Not my favorite but I still really love this series. I like all of the characters and cannot wait to see what is in store for them as this series continues.
Not my favorite but I still really love this series. I like all of the characters and cannot wait to see what is in store for them as this series continues.
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