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Fool's Gold #1-3
Fool's Gold Collection Part 1: Chasing Perfect / Almost Perfect / Sister of the Bride / Finding Perfect
Fool’s Gold Collection Part 1
The first three books and a novella in New York Times’ bestselling author Susan Mallery’s enormously popular Fool’s Gold series.
CHASING PERFECT
Welcome to Fool's Gold, California, a charming community in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. There's lots to do and plenty of people to meet, especially women. Because there's just one tiny problem in Fool's Gold: the men don't seem to stick around.
Maybe it's the lure of big-city life, or maybe it's plain old bad luck, but regardless of the reason, the problem has to be fixed, fast. And Charity Jones may be just the city planner to do it. Charity's nomadic childhood has left her itching to settle down, and she immediately falls in love with all the storybook town has to offer—everything, that is, except its sexiest and most famous resident, former world-class cyclist Josh Golden.
With her long list of romantic disasters, she's not about to take a chance on another bad boy, even if everyone else thinks he's perfect just the way he is. But maybe that's just what he needs—someone who knows the value of his flaws. Someone who knows that he's just chasing perfect.
ALMOST PERFECT
Back in school, Liz Sutton was the girl from the wrong side of the tracks. Then she'd stolen the heart of the most popular boy in town, and their secret romance helped her through the worst of times.
Until Ethan Hendrix betrayed her and everything they'd ever meant to each other. Devastated and pregnant, Liz left Fool's Gold, California—forever, she thought…
Now Liz must return to town and face the man who doesn't know of their son's existence. And this time she won't have the option of making a quick getaway. Ethan and Liz can't deny their passionate attraction, even after all these years. But will their desire be enough to spark a second chance at love?
SISTER OF THE BRIDE
When Katie McCormick finds out that her sister is marrying her ex, she finally agrees to a setup for the big day. To her surprise, Jackson is a catch. But when wedding catastrophe ensues, will their sparks fizzle or ignite into flames?
FINDING PERFECT
When Pia O'Brian's best friend dies, Pia expects to inherit her cherished cat.
Instead, the woman leaves Pia three frozen embryos. With a disastrous track record in the romance department and the parenting skills of a hamster, Pia doesn't think she's meant for motherhood. But determined to do the right thing, Pia decides to become a single mother. Only to meet a gorgeous, sexy hunk the very same day.
A former foster-care kid now rich beyond his wildest dreams, Raoul Moreno runs a camp for needy children in Fool's Gold, California. After his last relationship, Raoul thought he was done with women and commitment. Still, he can't get sweet, sexy Pia out of his mind—and proposes a crazy plan. But can such an unconventional beginning really result in the perfect ending?
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The first three books and a novella in New York Times’ bestselling author Susan Mallery’s enormously popular Fool’s Gold series.
CHASING PERFECT
Welcome to Fool's Gold, California, a charming community in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. There's lots to do and plenty of people to meet, especially women. Because there's just one tiny problem in Fool's Gold: the men don't seem to stick around.
Maybe it's the lure of big-city life, or maybe it's plain old bad luck, but regardless of the reason, the problem has to be fixed, fast. And Charity Jones may be just the city planner to do it. Charity's nomadic childhood has left her itching to settle down, and she immediately falls in love with all the storybook town has to offer—everything, that is, except its sexiest and most famous resident, former world-class cyclist Josh Golden.
With her long list of romantic disasters, she's not about to take a chance on another bad boy, even if everyone else thinks he's perfect just the way he is. But maybe that's just what he needs—someone who knows the value of his flaws. Someone who knows that he's just chasing perfect.
ALMOST PERFECT
Back in school, Liz Sutton was the girl from the wrong side of the tracks. Then she'd stolen the heart of the most popular boy in town, and their secret romance helped her through the worst of times.
Until Ethan Hendrix betrayed her and everything they'd ever meant to each other. Devastated and pregnant, Liz left Fool's Gold, California—forever, she thought…
Now Liz must return to town and face the man who doesn't know of their son's existence. And this time she won't have the option of making a quick getaway. Ethan and Liz can't deny their passionate attraction, even after all these years. But will their desire be enough to spark a second chance at love?
SISTER OF THE BRIDE
When Katie McCormick finds out that her sister is marrying her ex, she finally agrees to a setup for the big day. To her surprise, Jackson is a catch. But when wedding catastrophe ensues, will their sparks fizzle or ignite into flames?
FINDING PERFECT
When Pia O'Brian's best friend dies, Pia expects to inherit her cherished cat.
Instead, the woman leaves Pia three frozen embryos. With a disastrous track record in the romance department and the parenting skills of a hamster, Pia doesn't think she's meant for motherhood. But determined to do the right thing, Pia decides to become a single mother. Only to meet a gorgeous, sexy hunk the very same day.
A former foster-care kid now rich beyond his wildest dreams, Raoul Moreno runs a camp for needy children in Fool's Gold, California. After his last relationship, Raoul thought he was done with women and commitment. Still, he can't get sweet, sexy Pia out of his mind—and proposes a crazy plan. But can such an unconventional beginning really result in the perfect ending?
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- GenresRomanceContemporary
885 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2014
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About the author
Susan Mallery
853 books15.4k followers#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery writes heartwarming and humorous novels about the relationships that define women's lives—family, friendship, romance. She's best known for putting nuanced characters into emotionally complex, real-life situations with twists that surprise readers to laughter. Because Susan is passionate about animal welfare, pets play a big role in her books. Beloved by millions of readers worldwide, her books have been translated into 28 languages.
Critics have dubbed Mallery "the new queen of romantic fiction." (Walmart) Booklist says, "Romance novels don't get much better than Mallery's expert blend of emotional nuance, humor, and superb storytelling," and RT Book Reviews puts her "in a class by herself!" It's no wonder that her books have spent more than 200 weeks on the USA Today bestsellers list.
Although Susan majored in Accounting, she never worked as an accountant because she was published straight out of college with two books the same month. Sixteen prolific years and seventy-four books later, she hit the New York Times bestsellers list for the first time with Accidentally Yours in 2008. She made many appearances in the Top 10 before (finally) hitting #1 in 2015 with Thrill Me, the twentieth book in her most popular series, the Fool's Gold romances, and the fourth of five books released that year.
Susan lives in Washington state with her husband, two ragdoll cats, and a small poodle with delusions of grandeur. Her heart for animals has led Susan to become an active supporter of the Seattle Humane Society. Visit Susan online at www.SusanMallery.com.
Critics have dubbed Mallery "the new queen of romantic fiction." (Walmart) Booklist says, "Romance novels don't get much better than Mallery's expert blend of emotional nuance, humor, and superb storytelling," and RT Book Reviews puts her "in a class by herself!" It's no wonder that her books have spent more than 200 weeks on the USA Today bestsellers list.
Although Susan majored in Accounting, she never worked as an accountant because she was published straight out of college with two books the same month. Sixteen prolific years and seventy-four books later, she hit the New York Times bestsellers list for the first time with Accidentally Yours in 2008. She made many appearances in the Top 10 before (finally) hitting #1 in 2015 with Thrill Me, the twentieth book in her most popular series, the Fool's Gold romances, and the fourth of five books released that year.
Susan lives in Washington state with her husband, two ragdoll cats, and a small poodle with delusions of grandeur. Her heart for animals has led Susan to become an active supporter of the Seattle Humane Society. Visit Susan online at www.SusanMallery.com.
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September 23, 2019
Great character development
This anthology contains the first 3 novels (Chasing Perfect, Almost Perfect, Finding Perfect), and the novella Sister of the Bride. I rated the first and third novels 4 stars, and the second novel and the novella 5 stars.
What all four books share is such wonderful character development I had to read all four within a four day span. I cared for the characters despite problems in the first and last novels.
In Chasing Perfect the first novel, the city treasurer is characterized as weird because he collects action figures and has given over a spare bedroom to Civil War battle reenactment models. The implication is "real" men don't do such things. My other concern is Charity's complete lack of interest in her father and his family. She knows her father was in the military and died, but he was from Fool's Gold, so he must have had local family. Even Marsha, the mayor, knows of Charity's father, but also shows no interest in telling Charity. I find this lack of interest disconcerting.
The second and third novels both drew me in, but use the same trope! The dumb as rocks guys propose because proposing is logical or the right thing to do, without factoring love into the equation. I don't relish this trope, but TWO novels in a row???
Despite my grumblings and misgivings, I greatly enjoyed all four stories, and will read more novels in the series!
This anthology contains the first 3 novels (Chasing Perfect, Almost Perfect, Finding Perfect), and the novella Sister of the Bride. I rated the first and third novels 4 stars, and the second novel and the novella 5 stars.
What all four books share is such wonderful character development I had to read all four within a four day span. I cared for the characters despite problems in the first and last novels.
In Chasing Perfect the first novel, the city treasurer is characterized as weird because he collects action figures and has given over a spare bedroom to Civil War battle reenactment models. The implication is "real" men don't do such things. My other concern is Charity's complete lack of interest in her father and his family. She knows her father was in the military and died, but he was from Fool's Gold, so he must have had local family. Even Marsha, the mayor, knows of Charity's father, but also shows no interest in telling Charity. I find this lack of interest disconcerting.
The second and third novels both drew me in, but use the same trope! The dumb as rocks guys propose because proposing is logical or the right thing to do, without factoring love into the equation. I don't relish this trope, but TWO novels in a row???
Despite my grumblings and misgivings, I greatly enjoyed all four stories, and will read more novels in the series!
March 17, 2021
I really enjoyed Almost Perfect which was surprising because I have been bored with the hidden baby plot for sometime but SM wrote this well and the slut shaming was reflective of the time. But I didn't like the Hero's mother getting angry at the heroine. She should have gone and asked if she could help and be a supportive grandmother. I do think the heroine was too forgiving esp of Pia O'Brian - I would have ghosted that woman for her school girl antics but perhaps that is just me!
I gave the series 4-stars because it's woven together and the characters are good people.
I gave the series 4-stars because it's woven together and the characters are good people.
August 26, 2018
Fool’s Gold is the place to be
These four stories are amazing , each on its own and together. I love interwoven stories where you can keep in tune with a whole community. Real, emotional, wonderful!
These four stories are amazing , each on its own and together. I love interwoven stories where you can keep in tune with a whole community. Real, emotional, wonderful!
February 27, 2018
FOOL'S GOLD VOLUME ONE
Enjoyed this series, four stars instead of five, because of Ethan in Almost Perfect. He was a little too opinionated, and infuriating for me.
Enjoyed this series, four stars instead of five, because of Ethan in Almost Perfect. He was a little too opinionated, and infuriating for me.
August 30, 2019
Set one
I chose this rating because the books were wonderful. I'm just starting the second set now. I love them all!
I chose this rating because the books were wonderful. I'm just starting the second set now. I love them all!
July 30, 2020
I’m rereading a series that I love. This is probably the third time I’ve read them. The characters have become good friends.
October 9, 2021
Hoopla e book
August 14, 2022
Loved this series!
November 2, 2024
Purchased in epub format from Barnes and Noble for my Nook
February 24, 2017
Love the series. My current favorite read.
March 20, 2021
Susan Mallery Fool's Gold Series Volume One: Chasing Perfect\Almost Perfect\Sister of the Bride\Finding Perfect by Susan Mallery has the following titles Chasing Perfect, Almost Perfect, Sister of the Bride, and Finding Perfect.
Chasing Perfect
Chasing Perfect is the first book in the Fool’s Gold series and I absolutely loved being introduced to this town and its characters. I loved getting to see Charity and Josh find their way to each other.
Almost Perfect
Almost Perfect is the second book in the Fool’s Gold series and I just loved getting to reenter this world. In this story it focuses on Liz and Ethan and I just loved getting to learn more about them. It was just so easy to get lost in this story and I just so much fun with them. I can’t wait to see what’s next for this series.
Sister of the Bride
Sister of the Bride is a novella in the Fool’s Gold series and this was just such a quick and easy read. I just fell in love with these amazing characters. I can’t wait to read more wonderful stories from this author.
Finding Perfect
Finding Perfect is the third book in the Fool’s Gold series and I just loved getting to reenter this world. In this story we get to meet some new characters as well as see some familiar faces. I was just drawn into this world and I just felt so much for these characters. This book just had my emotions all over the place and it just totally captivated me. I was on the verge of tears so much throughout this story and I just completely fell in love with these characters. I can’t wait to see what’s next from this author.
Chasing Perfect
Chasing Perfect is the first book in the Fool’s Gold series and I absolutely loved being introduced to this town and its characters. I loved getting to see Charity and Josh find their way to each other.
Almost Perfect
Almost Perfect is the second book in the Fool’s Gold series and I just loved getting to reenter this world. In this story it focuses on Liz and Ethan and I just loved getting to learn more about them. It was just so easy to get lost in this story and I just so much fun with them. I can’t wait to see what’s next for this series.
Sister of the Bride
Sister of the Bride is a novella in the Fool’s Gold series and this was just such a quick and easy read. I just fell in love with these amazing characters. I can’t wait to read more wonderful stories from this author.
Finding Perfect
Finding Perfect is the third book in the Fool’s Gold series and I just loved getting to reenter this world. In this story we get to meet some new characters as well as see some familiar faces. I was just drawn into this world and I just felt so much for these characters. This book just had my emotions all over the place and it just totally captivated me. I was on the verge of tears so much throughout this story and I just completely fell in love with these characters. I can’t wait to see what’s next from this author.
September 26, 2016
Great collection of the Fools Gold Series.
May 16, 2015
Really liked all the books looking forward to reading more in this series.
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