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A Bad Penny
Embark on a thrilling journey with Dr. Fred Quartermaine in "A Bad Penny," the captivating first installment of a romantic action-adventure trilogy perfect for your summer reading. Dr. Fred Quartermaine, an esteemed archivist with the Society of the Golden Orb, is tasked with cataloging a treasure trove of items left in a dusty Victorian home, owned by a mysterious antiquities broker. Little does he know, his life is about to take a dramatic turn.
Enter Dr. Penny Dobbs, a fearless treasure hunter on a mission to find a long-lost map. Sparks fly as their worlds collide, blending romance with heart-pounding action. Together, they navigate the secrets hidden within the Victorian walls, unveiling mysteries that could change their lives forever.
Join Fred and Penny in this page-turning adventure, where romance meets intrigue, and every twist and turn will leave you craving more. Don't miss out on "A Bad Penny," your ultimate summer escape.
Enter Dr. Penny Dobbs, a fearless treasure hunter on a mission to find a long-lost map. Sparks fly as their worlds collide, blending romance with heart-pounding action. Together, they navigate the secrets hidden within the Victorian walls, unveiling mysteries that could change their lives forever.
Join Fred and Penny in this page-turning adventure, where romance meets intrigue, and every twist and turn will leave you craving more. Don't miss out on "A Bad Penny," your ultimate summer escape.
- GenresInterracial Romance
121 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 23, 2024
235 people are currently reading
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Olivia Gaines
136 books350 followersOlivia is a USA Today Best Selling, Emma Award and multiple award-winning author who loves a good laugh coupled with some steam, mixed in with a man and woman finding their way past the words of "I love you." An author of contemporary romances, she writes heartwarming stories of blossoming relationships filled with heart and humor. The Technicians, The Blakemore Files, and the Modern Mail Order Brides, are one clicks for thousands of readers.
When Olivia is not writing, she enjoys quilting, playing Scrabble online against other word lovers and spending time with her family. She is an avid world traveler who writes many of the locations into her stories. Most of the time she can be found sitting quietly with pen and paper plotting more adventures in love.
Olivia lives in Hephzibah, Georgia with her husband, son, grandson and snotty evil cat, Katness Evermean.
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When Olivia is not writing, she enjoys quilting, playing Scrabble online against other word lovers and spending time with her family. She is an avid world traveler who writes many of the locations into her stories. Most of the time she can be found sitting quietly with pen and paper plotting more adventures in love.
Olivia lives in Hephzibah, Georgia with her husband, son, grandson and snotty evil cat, Katness Evermean.
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Displaying 1 - 12 of 12 reviews
June 25, 2024
Intrigue and what did I miss?
Characters worthy of the Indiana Jones movies emerge in this tale of history, mystery, hidden treasures both real and imaginary and a convoluted road to possibly a happily ever after! Renteria is if I am not mistaken linked if not by blood by country to the Delgado clan. The clues point to each of the characters met and discussed sans the Technicians except the gemologist. So Dr. Quartermain and Dr. Dobbs are now on a collision course to discover what the closing walls are hiding! Those closing walls may lead the good drs, to the stolen treasure of the James brothers but for a mind as brilliant as yours Mrs. Olivia, that is far too easy! Especially when you figure in Renteria! I must go back through the clues and for now, I am going to place Fin until the next series! I do love a good intrigue, starts my thinking juices to flowing! Thank you for waking snakes in my once adventurous mind Olivia, until Penny Saves, kudos to you!!!!!!!
Characters worthy of the Indiana Jones movies emerge in this tale of history, mystery, hidden treasures both real and imaginary and a convoluted road to possibly a happily ever after! Renteria is if I am not mistaken linked if not by blood by country to the Delgado clan. The clues point to each of the characters met and discussed sans the Technicians except the gemologist. So Dr. Quartermain and Dr. Dobbs are now on a collision course to discover what the closing walls are hiding! Those closing walls may lead the good drs, to the stolen treasure of the James brothers but for a mind as brilliant as yours Mrs. Olivia, that is far too easy! Especially when you figure in Renteria! I must go back through the clues and for now, I am going to place Fin until the next series! I do love a good intrigue, starts my thinking juices to flowing! Thank you for waking snakes in my once adventurous mind Olivia, until Penny Saves, kudos to you!!!!!!!
July 24, 2024
Olivia Gaines put together a lot of details…
… it was just hard for me to get into the story. Maybe I didn’t like it? The character build out was good enough. In my mind more work was put into the mystery hunters, extra downloadable clue cheat sheets and gimmicky parts than the love affair between the two main characters… which is what always pulls me in. Maybe book 2 will concentrate more on the love and less on the Indiana Jones ideas of it all.
… it was just hard for me to get into the story. Maybe I didn’t like it? The character build out was good enough. In my mind more work was put into the mystery hunters, extra downloadable clue cheat sheets and gimmicky parts than the love affair between the two main characters… which is what always pulls me in. Maybe book 2 will concentrate more on the love and less on the Indiana Jones ideas of it all.
September 16, 2024
Never judge a book by its cover.
Well Penny has been judged somewhat wrongly by what has been perceived by many. Fred has a desire for love and he wants it with Penny. Fred is very intelligent and he is strictly by the book kind of person. I love the protective way that Fred watches over Lana while working with him, also that he doesn’t take advantage of her. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book, I am eager as always when reading one of your books!
Well Penny has been judged somewhat wrongly by what has been perceived by many. Fred has a desire for love and he wants it with Penny. Fred is very intelligent and he is strictly by the book kind of person. I love the protective way that Fred watches over Lana while working with him, also that he doesn’t take advantage of her. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book, I am eager as always when reading one of your books!
July 9, 2024
Intrigue and humor
I love all things Olivia Gaines but I try to stay away from "cliffhangers". Unfortunately this is part 1, not just book 1 in a series, which is why I deducted a star. Don't get me wrong, I'll be reading the rest. In loving the characters, their dynamic and humor.
I love all things Olivia Gaines but I try to stay away from "cliffhangers". Unfortunately this is part 1, not just book 1 in a series, which is why I deducted a star. Don't get me wrong, I'll be reading the rest. In loving the characters, their dynamic and humor.
July 2, 2024
Great story!
I really enjoyed this story, and the characters were very entertaining. The chemistry between Peyton and Fred was smoking hot 🔥! The journey is fun and interesting. I can't wait to solve the puzzle. The clues are a little confusing, but it is a good story.
I really enjoyed this story, and the characters were very entertaining. The chemistry between Peyton and Fred was smoking hot 🔥! The journey is fun and interesting. I can't wait to solve the puzzle. The clues are a little confusing, but it is a good story.
July 25, 2024
Jinkies! We have to solve a mystery ?
Just when I thought I knew a body, here comes Mrs. Olivia and she put me in my place. Thankfully, my pride has a shield 🤪 Grab a copy of this book, and let's solve this together, my literary Doves! ❤️📖📚🍵🍸🍷🥛🥃🍶🥤☕️🧋
Just when I thought I knew a body, here comes Mrs. Olivia and she put me in my place. Thankfully, my pride has a shield 🤪 Grab a copy of this book, and let's solve this together, my literary Doves! ❤️📖📚🍵🍸🍷🥛🥃🍶🥤☕️🧋
August 4, 2024
Very interesting mystery. I love the chemistry of the characters and enjoy their banter. Resistance is futile as the mysterious of the house entices and the riddle unfolds for these equally determined and practical couple.
August 18, 2024
Intrigued
Not everything is as it seems and this seems to be the case for Penny. As the old saying goes, never judge a book by its cover or what you may have been told. I'm ready to go treasure hunting...
Not everything is as it seems and this seems to be the case for Penny. As the old saying goes, never judge a book by its cover or what you may have been told. I'm ready to go treasure hunting...
July 4, 2024
Loved Penny , Mr Quartermain was not ready
I love the humor in this story. It's something Mrs Gaines does very well. I can't wait for the remaining books
I love the humor in this story. It's something Mrs Gaines does very well. I can't wait for the remaining books
July 12, 2024
This is a must read. I love the interaction between Fred Quartermain and Bad Penny. Bad Penny Is a straight shooter and so is Quartermain. Beautiful
October 11, 2024
Books 1-3
This’ll be my review for all of them. I thoroughly enjoyed this mini series. The main characters were cute. The side characters were funny. I’d read it again.
This’ll be my review for all of them. I thoroughly enjoyed this mini series. The main characters were cute. The side characters were funny. I’d read it again.
January 12, 2025
😋😋😋
OK, so it’s onward through the fog!
Great stories so far, just eat to see where this leads. As usual, Ms. Gaines never fails to keep it exciting and fun.!
OK, so it’s onward through the fog!
Great stories so far, just eat to see where this leads. As usual, Ms. Gaines never fails to keep it exciting and fun.!
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