Botched Proposal: Pierson Family Values, Book 0

by Rose Silverstone

Christmas is supposed to be about love, support, giving and, most of all, family.

The Pierson family had decided to come together to celebrate the holidays. The goal? Ignore all of the things that are terrorizing their individual lives and be in one space again. What could possibly go wrong?

Mom is selling the house and has told no one. The two youngest male and female siblings have moved back home. No one knows why. There are things plaguing the family business. Why Eric Pierson thought he would be able to surprise his girlfriend with a proposal for Christmas and his "loving" family, he doesn't know.

He receives the surprise of a lifetime when the oldest of his younger sisters unwittingly invites his ex-girlfriend, who happens to be her former college roommate and friend, to spend the holiday with the family.

This Christmas is quickly shaping up to be the one that not one of the Piersons will ever want to remember.

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Published November 14, 2018

About the author

There is so much that could be said to define who I am but only one thing comes to mind: book lover. It is what I have been and will always be. I am addicted to created works and the minds behind them. It is a pleasure and honor to know that I am now creating works of my own. Take heart those suspenseful moments in life.

"They are the ones that prepare for some of the most interesting surprises." RS

Reviews

[Kel (Faerie-bookworm) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Title: Botched Proposal
Author: Rose Silverstone
Genre: Adult Contemporary Romance
Format: Ebook
Pages: 115
Rating: 5
Heat: 3

Thoughts: After finishing this I had to contact the author... "OMG I hate you right now ... I just finished the book. I also love you right now cause Lorna Horner is the most hilarious name and man is she a bitch. Lol". Needless to say this is a cliffhanger but so worth it!! I love all the characters and can't wait to find out what happens next. I'm really not sure why Eric is even with a woman like Lorna Horner (giggle), but it definitely adds to the story. Be sure to grab a copy and fall in love with a family that is the epitome of love and support.

Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work and chose to write a review.

[Marie Skye · Rating 5 out of 5]

"She told him to go and find his match. He'd been confused because he'd believed he had."

This was my first book by the lovely and talented Rose Silverstone, and I cannot wait to get the rest of this story.
We're introduced to a very family oriented setting, that's gathered around for Christmas. From there on, awkwardness ensues. Eric, the main character is there with his model girlfriend, whom I can only describe as a complete airhead, but little does he know, the person he actually really want to be with Serenity, was also invited to spend the holidays with his family.
Between unspoken words, and glances from the family, it's clear, which one they prefer.
But does Eric know? That's what we need to find out.

[Kilby Blades · Rating 4 out of 5]

True to its title, "Botched Proposal" finds the male lead, Eric, submarined from his plans to propose to his girlfriend Lorna over Christmas holidays when an old flame, Serenity, shows up at his large family's holiday gathering. It is not merely the presence of his ex that prevents him from being able to carry out his proposal, but the complexities that arise when old feelings are dredged up, his family clearly dislikes his soon-to-be fiancee, and certain events cause him to see numerous characters in a different light. It is a short, satisfying read that presents the core conflict of the story as well as a few hearty sub-plots, and a complex cast of characters who will be the foundation for a story that will take much longer to unfold.

I really enjoyed the author's natural storytelling style, which had a kind of stream of consciousness to it that meandered fluidly through current action, contextual storytelling, and flashbacks/memories. Right from the beginning, I could see that there was a fully-baked sense of setting, characterizations, plot, history, and other core elements of the story. It is rare to find a book that has so many characters who are so fully developed and her writing really stood up to that kind of complexity.

With that said, this book may not be for readers who prefer straightforward, jump-right-in action. With so many characters and a complex plot, this book spends a lot of time laying groundwork. Patient readers who love intricacy, detail and a slower kind of burn will love it, whereas less patient readers may wish for more action up front. Overall, I thought it was a satisfying read with a bit of a surprise ending that has me excited for the next installment!

[Janet Duncan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book.The characters are brought together brilliantly.This is a cliffhanger,can't wait to see what happen!!