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The Back-Up Plan
When life throws you a curve, it’s time for Plan B.
Dr. Donna Jacobs’ life has fallen apart, personally and professionally. She needs a back-up plan fast! Donna and her five-year-old daughter head south to a small town where everyone knows everyone else and where life is about family and community. All she wants is a fresh start. No more big city issues. No more work troubles. And definitely no romantic entanglements. But Fate has a different plan in mind for Donna and her little girl.
Hank Bradley just needs to get through this school year. As the high school football coach, he’s a god. After all, the former Miami Dolphins quarterback is a living legend in his small hometown. But the school’s new interim principal is a vicious cougar determined to have the handsome coach whether he wants to play or not. When the town’s new doctor turns out to be the mother of one of his students, Hank is instantly smitten. Now he’s the one determined to go with a back-up plan and to make his fantasies come true with the relationship-shy doctor.
Dr. Donna Jacobs’ life has fallen apart, personally and professionally. She needs a back-up plan fast! Donna and her five-year-old daughter head south to a small town where everyone knows everyone else and where life is about family and community. All she wants is a fresh start. No more big city issues. No more work troubles. And definitely no romantic entanglements. But Fate has a different plan in mind for Donna and her little girl.
Hank Bradley just needs to get through this school year. As the high school football coach, he’s a god. After all, the former Miami Dolphins quarterback is a living legend in his small hometown. But the school’s new interim principal is a vicious cougar determined to have the handsome coach whether he wants to play or not. When the town’s new doctor turns out to be the mother of one of his students, Hank is instantly smitten. Now he’s the one determined to go with a back-up plan and to make his fantasies come true with the relationship-shy doctor.
153 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 13, 2013
About the author
Debra Webb
579 books2,555 followersDEBRA WEBB is the USA Today bestselling author of more than 180 novels, including reader favorites the Finley O'Sullivan and Devlin & Falco series. She is the recipient of the prestigious Romantic Times Career Achievement Award for Romantic Suspense as well as numerous Reviewers Choice Awards. In 2012 Debra was honored as the first recipient of the esteemed L. A. Banks Warrior Woman Award for her courage, strength, and grace in the face of adversity. Recently Debra was awarded the distinguished Centennial Award for having achieved publication of her 100th novel.
With more than ten million books in print in numerous languages and countries, Debra’s love of storytelling goes back to her childhood when her mother bought her an old typewriter in a tag sale. Born in Alabama, Debra grew up on a farm. She spent every available hour exploring the world around her and creating her stories. She wrote her first story at age nine and her first romance at thirteen. It wasn’t until she spent three years working for the Commanding General of the US Army in Berlin behind the Iron Curtain and a five-year stint in NASA’s Shuttle Program that she realized her true calling. A collision course between suspense and romance was set. Since then she has expanded her work into some of the darkest places the human psyche dares to go. Visit Debra at www.debrawebb.com.
With more than ten million books in print in numerous languages and countries, Debra’s love of storytelling goes back to her childhood when her mother bought her an old typewriter in a tag sale. Born in Alabama, Debra grew up on a farm. She spent every available hour exploring the world around her and creating her stories. She wrote her first story at age nine and her first romance at thirteen. It wasn’t until she spent three years working for the Commanding General of the US Army in Berlin behind the Iron Curtain and a five-year stint in NASA’s Shuttle Program that she realized her true calling. A collision course between suspense and romance was set. Since then she has expanded her work into some of the darkest places the human psyche dares to go. Visit Debra at www.debrawebb.com.
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January 2, 2015
It was one of the common recipes for romance. Boy rescues girl, pursues her but girl has sworn off love because she was hurt by previous boyfriend, etc, etc. Throw in a few other plot lines, like a boss on the prowl and we have a romance.
I didn't like this book. I just couldn't connect with the couple. I thought he wasn't strong enough and she was to too indecisive.
I didn't like this book. I just couldn't connect with the couple. I thought he wasn't strong enough and she was to too indecisive.
March 1, 2018
Such a romantic book with underlying tones of desperation from the characters.
I expected more sports narrative to be included, however this was a battle of 'who wore desperate best' between the two main characters. Such a romantic book.
I expected more sports narrative to be included, however this was a battle of 'who wore desperate best' between the two main characters. Such a romantic book.
July 6, 2019
Super light, easy summer romance read.
A little cheesy and predictable.
A little cheesy and predictable.
September 16, 2019
Too predictable!
December 24, 2016
Cute, but teachers may wish to pass.
The chemistry sizzles between the two main characters, but that's the only good part of this book. The author has evidently never worked in education; her depictions of daily classroom life are entirely laughable, and many of the book's school-related plot devices are highly questionable.
For example, a vindictive principal decides to assign a second-year high school teacher to kindergarten. The mostly glaringly obvious inconsistency is the licensing issue (how many high school teachers are licensed to teach kindergarten?), but even with that problem put aside, it's just too unbelievable that the community and school board would go for it. A former professional football player with no experience with children under 14, suddenly teaching a class of 20 kindergartners? No way.
Then there's the fact that the school has one teacher's aid for grades K-2. One. Who apparently has so much time on her hands that she can fill in for a teacher whenever he leaves. Perhaps that was possible thirty years ago, but it doesn't even come close to the reality of education today.
There are so many other little things that screamed, "wrong!" as I read this book... male teachers should not enter their students' bedrooms at night, especially the bedrooms of little girls... teachers (both male and female) are no longer allowed to crouch down to hug students (if they're allowed to hug at all)... you can't expect a roomful of 5-year-olds to do ANYTHING without direct and alert supervision at all times... and faculty are so vulnerable to lawsuits these days that even the cougar principal's actions seem pretty far-fetched. Oh, and most elementary schools don't have tenure anymore, either. And teachers generally are not allowed to paint their classrooms without asking permission first.
MAYBE, in the 1950s, in some faraway land, you might find a school like this. But not in 21st century America. I realize the school wasn't the setting for the entire book, but it provided a major backdrop for a lot of the action, and the obvious errors just made it hard for me to enjoy the story.
And the final scene was just so very inappropriate I'm surprised it got past the editor. Just sayin'.
The chemistry sizzles between the two main characters, but that's the only good part of this book. The author has evidently never worked in education; her depictions of daily classroom life are entirely laughable, and many of the book's school-related plot devices are highly questionable.
For example, a vindictive principal decides to assign a second-year high school teacher to kindergarten. The mostly glaringly obvious inconsistency is the licensing issue (how many high school teachers are licensed to teach kindergarten?), but even with that problem put aside, it's just too unbelievable that the community and school board would go for it. A former professional football player with no experience with children under 14, suddenly teaching a class of 20 kindergartners? No way.
Then there's the fact that the school has one teacher's aid for grades K-2. One. Who apparently has so much time on her hands that she can fill in for a teacher whenever he leaves. Perhaps that was possible thirty years ago, but it doesn't even come close to the reality of education today.
There are so many other little things that screamed, "wrong!" as I read this book... male teachers should not enter their students' bedrooms at night, especially the bedrooms of little girls... teachers (both male and female) are no longer allowed to crouch down to hug students (if they're allowed to hug at all)... you can't expect a roomful of 5-year-olds to do ANYTHING without direct and alert supervision at all times... and faculty are so vulnerable to lawsuits these days that even the cougar principal's actions seem pretty far-fetched. Oh, and most elementary schools don't have tenure anymore, either. And teachers generally are not allowed to paint their classrooms without asking permission first.
MAYBE, in the 1950s, in some faraway land, you might find a school like this. But not in 21st century America. I realize the school wasn't the setting for the entire book, but it provided a major backdrop for a lot of the action, and the obvious errors just made it hard for me to enjoy the story.
And the final scene was just so very inappropriate I'm surprised it got past the editor. Just sayin'.
September 12, 2015
Mensen houden vaak niet van chicklit, maar er is chicklit en chicklit. Daarmee bedoel ik dat je enerzijds het deel van het genre hebt dat een hoog stationsromangehalte heeft en anderzijds is er het luchtige genre, maar waar toch een diepere twist in zit, die niet altijd zo grappig is. Mijn voorkeur gaat uit naar het tweede, maar af en toe een totaal-verstand-op-nul- boekje mag er zeker tussen. Dit behoort absoluut tot die categorie. Soms betrap ik mezelf er op dat ik dan met mijn hoofd zit te schudden en denk van : praat toch met elkaar, maar dan besef ik dat dat eigenlijk allemaal zo gemakkelijk niet is. Als je terugdenkt aan hoe je zelf misschien vaker je gevoelens had moeten uiten maar het niet deed omdat je niet durfde, ja dan snap je de hoofdfiguren toch wel. In deze verhalen komt het meestal wel tot een goed einde, terwijl je in het echte leven vaak met een kater achterblijft.
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Een leuke cover en een passende titel zijn er voor dit schrijfsel gekozen.
Conclusie
Een fijn boek dat de lezer een paar ontspannende uren kan bezorgen en waarvan je, al sinds de eerste bladzijde, weet hoe het afloopt zoals gebruikelijk is bij die genre. Kan je daar niet mee leven, dan laat je ze beter links liggen. De fan kan immers genieten van een groot aantal pagina's die je niet allemaal kan voorspellen, tussen begin en einde. 2,5 sterren.
frown-emoticon
Een leuke cover en een passende titel zijn er voor dit schrijfsel gekozen.
Conclusie
Een fijn boek dat de lezer een paar ontspannende uren kan bezorgen en waarvan je, al sinds de eerste bladzijde, weet hoe het afloopt zoals gebruikelijk is bij die genre. Kan je daar niet mee leven, dan laat je ze beter links liggen. De fan kan immers genieten van een groot aantal pagina's die je niet allemaal kan voorspellen, tussen begin en einde. 2,5 sterren.
July 28, 2013
This is not your typical Debra Webb novel. Instead of her trademark suspense, this book is much more lighthearted and fun. It does, however, have all the classic Webb hallmarks: good characters, well-written story; and tightly constructed plot. This story of finding yourself after things have gone bad is a joy to read. If you are looking for a fun afternoon escape, this is the book for you.
February 19, 2014
It was an odd book. Beyond sweet & precious children, a hunk of a manly man & a heroine, who has been burned one too many times to trust the manly man. Of course there is an evil boss & many missed nooky opportunities. The oddest part, was the constant mention of one of the charcters (Sam), yet we never meet him. It really was very odd.
May 24, 2014
Fun and quick to read
"The Back Up Plan" is a light and lively boy meets girl romance. The characters are fun and interesting to get your attention. The story isn't complicated or have any mystery but it keep me reading.
So if you are looking for a book to travel with this is definitely the one.
"The Back Up Plan" is a light and lively boy meets girl romance. The characters are fun and interesting to get your attention. The story isn't complicated or have any mystery but it keep me reading.
So if you are looking for a book to travel with this is definitely the one.
May 27, 2014
I enjoyed this book it was refreshing! It was a light read where the story didn't get bogged down with too many issues... Don't get me wrong I like reading books where there is a lot of issues they overcome but it's nice not to have to read something that gets my anxiety going. This was the classic no one's good enough for my baby to be thei daddy but that was a hard enough issue to get past!
February 11, 2016
A short, delightful, easy, contemporary romantic novella that is great to carry & read when you have time. I enjoyed the simple yet familiar plot and regular characters, as I am a sucker for a HEA :D So this is a sweet, fun, lighthearted, yet a bit predictable story, but was still a great way to relax on a lazy afternoon. I am happy that I found it for free thru my Amazon Prime Lending Library.
February 27, 2014
LOVED IT!
LOVED IT!
This book keeps you on the edge and wondering what is gonna happen next. It has humor at just the right time and pulls at heart-strings. I love Nora Roberts and this author has ranked in the same category in my opinion.
LOVED IT!
This book keeps you on the edge and wondering what is gonna happen next. It has humor at just the right time and pulls at heart-strings. I love Nora Roberts and this author has ranked in the same category in my opinion.
May 20, 2014
I love the cover, and the book is pretty good too. The only flaw is that every little hurdle seems to be so easily overcome. This is fiction --- extend the suffering!
July 4, 2014
This book broke down all the gender role stereotypes. The story is easy to follow and there is just enough excitement in it to keep you reading.
The past haunts the main characters in the story and it was refreshing to see them recognize this and move on.
The past haunts the main characters in the story and it was refreshing to see them recognize this and move on.
October 20, 2015
I really, really, really disliked this h from beginning to end. She may be a highly educated woman (a doctor) but she was annoying, judgmental, and plain unlikeable. The only reason I can think the H wanted her was the small town factor and nobody else to choose from.
May 2, 2016
Not her best work
I love Debra Webb but this is not her best work. And, I guess it's not supposed to be. It's a relatively short read with no character development. It is what it is: a lite read.
I love Debra Webb but this is not her best work. And, I guess it's not supposed to be. It's a relatively short read with no character development. It is what it is: a lite read.
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May 22, 2014language and sexual innuendos in the first chapter so did not want to read any further
May 26, 2014
Nice story - a bit too predictable. Characters could have been a little more developed...but for a short book, it was okay.
May 26, 2014
Good
this a about the way people heal front past hurts in there relationships and the way emotions continue to be part of healing.
this a about the way people heal front past hurts in there relationships and the way emotions continue to be part of healing.
May 29, 2014
Thought the book was cute. The story could have been realistic, cute story.
May 29, 2014
The back up plan
loved the book. had a fantastic story line. I will be ready this book again
it is a very good love story
loved the book. had a fantastic story line. I will be ready this book again
it is a very good love story
June 5, 2014
A fun light read, that made me smile.
July 15, 2014
A fun, light, summery romance story.
September 17, 2014
This was a very cute book. I just wish there was more to the ending.
January 31, 2015
This was a nice story.
I just could not connect with Donna, she was very judgmental and it irritated me.
I just could not connect with Donna, she was very judgmental and it irritated me.
June 6, 2015
Well paced romance
This was a good read for a lazy Saturday. Well written with out being to wordy. I would recommend for a light read.
This was a good read for a lazy Saturday. Well written with out being to wordy. I would recommend for a light read.
May 20, 2016
Good book
This was a good book to read. It was sweet. I liked the characters and their story line. It had Heartfelt moments
This was a good book to read. It was sweet. I liked the characters and their story line. It had Heartfelt moments
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