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Value of a Man #3
Cutting it Close
The Cromwells are back and better than ever. In this episode we find out more about Tae-Tay's father, the mystery of why Douglas wants a puppy and we get to know Thurston's best man, and cousin Omari. In the meantime, Chantal Mooreland is introduced in the story as a potential new friend for Tae-Tay, who is fighting not only the monsters under her bed, but the ones she wakes up and find standing over it. The fun and laughs are plenty as we head back to New York to spend some time with the Cromwells.
121 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 6, 2016
About the author
Olivia Gaines
137 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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September 5, 2016
A hit once again
So this installment we are introduced to new characters involved in the lives of Tae-Tay and Thurston. Not wanting to give the story away, I have to say no one has comedic writing talents like Ms. Gaines. I made the mistake of reading the camping scene on the train. I tried so hard not to laugh out loud ...I can barely right this review without laughing in recollection.
I will say it was too short for my liking but maybe I will be able to catch my breathe from laughing before the next story installment.
So this installment we are introduced to new characters involved in the lives of Tae-Tay and Thurston. Not wanting to give the story away, I have to say no one has comedic writing talents like Ms. Gaines. I made the mistake of reading the camping scene on the train. I tried so hard not to laugh out loud ...I can barely right this review without laughing in recollection.
I will say it was too short for my liking but maybe I will be able to catch my breathe from laughing before the next story installment.
June 1, 2020
I tell you Olivia Gaines if I have to have a new tickle box installed in my body it will be all your fault. I got hooked when I read My Mail Order Wife and now following Mr. Thurston Cromwell, his mail order wife TaeTay Cromwell, his newly adopted son Douglas Cromwell and his favorite cousin Omari Cromwell Barber extrodinaire who takes it upon himself to redirect an unruly young man who enters his barbershop with his mother and finds himself falling for both the mother and child. I enjoyed this story so very much and in more places than I can name I was laughing so hard that I had to hold my stomach as it was really beginning to ache. I loved that TaeTay has found a safe haven for herself and her sister's son that she and Thurston have claimed as their own due to her sister being deceased. I am looking forward to reading more about how the relationship between Ms. Chantal Mooreland and Mr. Omari Cromwell will turn out especially as they have now admitted an attraction to each other and both are working on the campaign of Thurston's run for Congress in Bklyn, NY. I wish I had known of these books before they were out of stock I would love to have them for my library. Another great read penned by you Mrs. Gaines, thank you very, very much!
August 9, 2017
Wow
Dang gone it!!! I did not see any of this coming. This author can spin a tale that causes to many emotions to surface. You laugh, you cry, you think and you hope. Good read....
Dang gone it!!! I did not see any of this coming. This author can spin a tale that causes to many emotions to surface. You laugh, you cry, you think and you hope. Good read....
April 28, 2025
Cutting it Close
The Author did it again! I want more of this group, now that I am now I into this group, I love them! There is more to come, right? There is no coincidences, it is meant to be!
The Author did it again! I want more of this group, now that I am now I into this group, I love them! There is more to come, right? There is no coincidences, it is meant to be!
May 24, 2025
I read ALL 3 !!!
Very short, very well written and ssssoooo full of feel good goodness!! I am a fan of Mrs. Gaines, she always bring her work of art together into a beautiful picture.
Very short, very well written and ssssoooo full of feel good goodness!! I am a fan of Mrs. Gaines, she always bring her work of art together into a beautiful picture.
November 13, 2021
got this book from KOBO not on kindle
June 26, 2025
Always Good
I will read anything by Olivia Gaines. Love her books, she has a wicked sense o humour that often causes me to laugh out loud.
I will read anything by Olivia Gaines. Love her books, she has a wicked sense o humour that often causes me to laugh out loud.
January 1, 2026
Just in love
I just love this new series of stories. The unfolds slowly and the culminating story lines are great can't wait to read the next one up.
I just love this new series of stories. The unfolds slowly and the culminating story lines are great can't wait to read the next one up.
April 22, 2025
Oh the shenanigans
I laughed out loud several times. I'm loving this series, and cannot wait for the next one to drop. This book introduces us to Chantal and her son Cody, who is rebelling to the max. It begins with a haircut and discipline, and ends with a lot of laughter for the reader. I loved the wit of Taylah, and the effectiveness of the dads. I highly recommend this book, although it can be read as a standalone, you should definitely start at the beginning with the first book.
I laughed out loud several times. I'm loving this series, and cannot wait for the next one to drop. This book introduces us to Chantal and her son Cody, who is rebelling to the max. It begins with a haircut and discipline, and ends with a lot of laughter for the reader. I loved the wit of Taylah, and the effectiveness of the dads. I highly recommend this book, although it can be read as a standalone, you should definitely start at the beginning with the first book.
August 12, 2016
A Humorous Romantic Comedy
Cutting It Close (The Value of a Man Book 3) is a humorous romantic comedy novella that earned five stars. I enjoy reading about the Cromwells and I find them very entertaining. I am looking forward to the next installment in the series. I would recommend this novella to any who enjoys a good laugh in their day.
Cutting It Close (The Value of a Man Book 3) is a humorous romantic comedy novella that earned five stars. I enjoy reading about the Cromwells and I find them very entertaining. I am looking forward to the next installment in the series. I would recommend this novella to any who enjoys a good laugh in their day.
August 20, 2016
Hahaha "You said bush"!!!!!
OMG Olivia Gaines, somehow I always find myself dying laughing at some point in your books...... Thank you. I really enjoyed this book and I can't wait for the story to continue. Hopefully not a long wait, but no rush because I want, no need it to be good.
OMG Olivia Gaines, somehow I always find myself dying laughing at some point in your books...... Thank you. I really enjoyed this book and I can't wait for the story to continue. Hopefully not a long wait, but no rush because I want, no need it to be good.
August 27, 2016
Lawd have mercy!
I'm trying to stop laughing long enough to write this, LOL! Ms. Gaines is off the chain. I loved this book, just like all her others. Chantal, Cody and Omari and Taylah are great additions. The guys in the barber shop are hilarious. Can't wait for the next installment. If you want to laugh until you have tears in your eyes, read one of Ms Gaines books.
I'm trying to stop laughing long enough to write this, LOL! Ms. Gaines is off the chain. I loved this book, just like all her others. Chantal, Cody and Omari and Taylah are great additions. The guys in the barber shop are hilarious. Can't wait for the next installment. If you want to laugh until you have tears in your eyes, read one of Ms Gaines books.
September 3, 2016
Awesome
Awesome book. I want more. Please tell me there is a book four. I read book one awhile ago. I found
Book two and three by accident. I am so glad I did. Awesome Awesome is the only way to summarize
This story. You are very good at what you do. Keep writing extraordinary stories
Awesome book. I want more. Please tell me there is a book four. I read book one awhile ago. I found
Book two and three by accident. I am so glad I did. Awesome Awesome is the only way to summarize
This story. You are very good at what you do. Keep writing extraordinary stories
August 19, 2016
Totally
Good read, these characters are so real it's as if they come to life whilst reading the book, I'm a big fan of the author and didn't think I would find a couple as much fun as her Blakemores but these are just awesome, can't wait until the next installment!
Good read, these characters are so real it's as if they come to life whilst reading the book, I'm a big fan of the author and didn't think I would find a couple as much fun as her Blakemores but these are just awesome, can't wait until the next installment!
August 25, 2016
Awesome!
I waited a long time for this book and Mrs.Gaines did not disappoint. My only problem is it's not long enough and I will have to wait God knows how long for the next book ....but I know it will be worth the wait.
I waited a long time for this book and Mrs.Gaines did not disappoint. My only problem is it's not long enough and I will have to wait God knows how long for the next book ....but I know it will be worth the wait.
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