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Sudden Falls #1
Love & Oreos
Katherine Mendoza is curvy PR exec whose passion for Oreos is tempered only by her workaholic lifestyle. But when an invitation to her high school reunion lands on her doorstep the same day she takes on the obscenely attractive owner of a chain of fitness centers as a client, she decides it’s a sign from the gods. Who better to get her backside into shape than the guy whose backside she’s about to save?
Fitness-master Quinn Mitchell is more than happy to help Katherine slim down, but keeping his hands off her curves is proving to be the bigger challenge. Unfortunately, he’s got oversized problems of his own: his fitness centers are coming under fire from a reporter with a vendetta, he’s behind schedule and losing backers, and his business partner insists that being seen with anyone who’s not model-thin is bad for business.
In an epic clash of wits, wagers–and Oreos–Katherine and Quinn put everything on the line to succeed… but can they win it all without losing their hearts?
Fitness-master Quinn Mitchell is more than happy to help Katherine slim down, but keeping his hands off her curves is proving to be the bigger challenge. Unfortunately, he’s got oversized problems of his own: his fitness centers are coming under fire from a reporter with a vendetta, he’s behind schedule and losing backers, and his business partner insists that being seen with anyone who’s not model-thin is bad for business.
In an epic clash of wits, wagers–and Oreos–Katherine and Quinn put everything on the line to succeed… but can they win it all without losing their hearts?
256 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 11, 2015
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About the author
Elizabeth Bemis
19 books28 followersElizabeth Bemis is a six-time Golden Heart® Finalist and 2012 Winner. Her first book, Love & Oreos was named a “Must Read” book of 2015 by USA Today, who said,
“Elizabeth Bemis makes her sassy, sexy, confetti-worthy debut with Love & Oreos, the first book in her Sudden Falls contemporary series. Bemis’ voice is humorous and sly, her characters realistically complicated, her storytelling engaging and silky smooth… The heart, heat, snark and energy in Love & Oreos make Bemis’ inaugural release a bright and buoyant win.”
When she’s not writing romance, she operates Bemis Promotions, an advertising agency for authors, fights for control of her house with her sons and various fur-bearing creatures. When she’s not in front of her computer she can occasionally be found running with her dog, training for the Little Miami Triathlon and the Flying Pig (half) Marathon.
You can find more about Elizabeth and her books at her website, elizabethbemis.com or you can like her on Facebook, follow her on twitter, or sign up for her newsletter.
“Elizabeth Bemis makes her sassy, sexy, confetti-worthy debut with Love & Oreos, the first book in her Sudden Falls contemporary series. Bemis’ voice is humorous and sly, her characters realistically complicated, her storytelling engaging and silky smooth… The heart, heat, snark and energy in Love & Oreos make Bemis’ inaugural release a bright and buoyant win.”
When she’s not writing romance, she operates Bemis Promotions, an advertising agency for authors, fights for control of her house with her sons and various fur-bearing creatures. When she’s not in front of her computer she can occasionally be found running with her dog, training for the Little Miami Triathlon and the Flying Pig (half) Marathon.
You can find more about Elizabeth and her books at her website, elizabethbemis.com or you can like her on Facebook, follow her on twitter, or sign up for her newsletter.
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December 31, 2015
First reviewed at Keeper Bookshelf
I enjoyed Love & Oreos on so many different levels. First off, this is a charming love story about two people who obviously enjoy each other exactly as they are. No one is holding an attitude of “you need to be this in order for me to want to be with you” over heads or hearts. Quinn loved Katherine’s curvy figure, in fact, lusted over it and he was absolutely fine with everything about her. The entire package was what made Katherine so funny, sexy and simply hot in Quinn’s view. Yes, he wanted her healthy and able to take part in an active life with him – but never, ever did he demand or push her into “getting into shape”… and for that attitude, I adored Quinn even more.
Katherine is a driven executive who accepts herself as she is. Yes, she’s taken the brunt over the years about her figure. Yet she is who she is – losing weight would be a good thing to do, but it is not a definition of who she is as a woman. She’s comfortable with her curves and honestly, when a hot male like Quinn enjoys those curves as well why on earth would she change herself in order to “fit in with the world”. When she comes to the decision – on her own – to start living a more healthy life in order to rock a reunion, and to feel better about herself, it’s a decision she has made and no one forced her into it. Her self-esteem, her life, her body, her decision.
Of course there were bumps in the romance, misunderstandings and a few characters that were offensive – and one nasty piece of work who was out to ruin Quinn, and if that meant taking the lady he obviously enjoyed being with, Katherine, down too, so be it.
The author allowed both characters to be vulnerable at times within this lovely story. And that was a delightful turn of events for me. The hero didn’t charge in to save the heroine, he stood beside her and they each fought the “dragon” together. Not every woman needs to be saved – some simply want and need a man who will love them, accept them exactly as they are and together they can face anything with that type of base.
I completely adored Love & Oreos, not only for the story but for the way the romance was handled from the author’s mind. And I have to say that Elizabeth Bemis now has a reader for life on anything she publishes simply for the way that she presented Katherine and Quinn’s story.
I enjoyed Love & Oreos on so many different levels. First off, this is a charming love story about two people who obviously enjoy each other exactly as they are. No one is holding an attitude of “you need to be this in order for me to want to be with you” over heads or hearts. Quinn loved Katherine’s curvy figure, in fact, lusted over it and he was absolutely fine with everything about her. The entire package was what made Katherine so funny, sexy and simply hot in Quinn’s view. Yes, he wanted her healthy and able to take part in an active life with him – but never, ever did he demand or push her into “getting into shape”… and for that attitude, I adored Quinn even more.
Katherine is a driven executive who accepts herself as she is. Yes, she’s taken the brunt over the years about her figure. Yet she is who she is – losing weight would be a good thing to do, but it is not a definition of who she is as a woman. She’s comfortable with her curves and honestly, when a hot male like Quinn enjoys those curves as well why on earth would she change herself in order to “fit in with the world”. When she comes to the decision – on her own – to start living a more healthy life in order to rock a reunion, and to feel better about herself, it’s a decision she has made and no one forced her into it. Her self-esteem, her life, her body, her decision.
Of course there were bumps in the romance, misunderstandings and a few characters that were offensive – and one nasty piece of work who was out to ruin Quinn, and if that meant taking the lady he obviously enjoyed being with, Katherine, down too, so be it.
The author allowed both characters to be vulnerable at times within this lovely story. And that was a delightful turn of events for me. The hero didn’t charge in to save the heroine, he stood beside her and they each fought the “dragon” together. Not every woman needs to be saved – some simply want and need a man who will love them, accept them exactly as they are and together they can face anything with that type of base.
I completely adored Love & Oreos, not only for the story but for the way the romance was handled from the author’s mind. And I have to say that Elizabeth Bemis now has a reader for life on anything she publishes simply for the way that she presented Katherine and Quinn’s story.
January 12, 2017
Too much fat shaming
Chubby heroine meets the hero, a formerly overweight fitness guru, and they are immediately attracted to one another, not just physically, but for their sense of humor and personality. Even though he thinks she's a knockout and is attracted to her curves, he holds back because she isn't good for his image. Cue the vindictive ex-girlfriend who offers a dose of public fat shaming against his clients and blames his staff. Meanwhile, the heroine has a an encounter with an old high school nemesis, more fat shaming ensues. Heroine exercises, loses a chunk of weight, fitness guru is drawn to her in spite of her size, but won't be seen in public with her. She doubts herself and allows herself to be shamed, and put down and mistreated at work---no wonder she needs a makeover, right?? In the end the hero does come through, declaring himself publicly, and tells her that as long as she's healthy and active, he doesn't care about her size. I just wish that the heroine could just decide that she wants to be healthy and fit and work on it from a positive place instead of the constant fat shaming that goes on throughout the entire book. This is not a celebration of a curvy girl falling in love, and working out to improve an already pretty decent life, but one who is full of self doubts based solely on her size.. Despite having job success, a nice home, a good family, and at least one supportive friend, its all about the weight. Too bad, because this book could have put a positive spin on it.
Chubby heroine meets the hero, a formerly overweight fitness guru, and they are immediately attracted to one another, not just physically, but for their sense of humor and personality. Even though he thinks she's a knockout and is attracted to her curves, he holds back because she isn't good for his image. Cue the vindictive ex-girlfriend who offers a dose of public fat shaming against his clients and blames his staff. Meanwhile, the heroine has a an encounter with an old high school nemesis, more fat shaming ensues. Heroine exercises, loses a chunk of weight, fitness guru is drawn to her in spite of her size, but won't be seen in public with her. She doubts herself and allows herself to be shamed, and put down and mistreated at work---no wonder she needs a makeover, right?? In the end the hero does come through, declaring himself publicly, and tells her that as long as she's healthy and active, he doesn't care about her size. I just wish that the heroine could just decide that she wants to be healthy and fit and work on it from a positive place instead of the constant fat shaming that goes on throughout the entire book. This is not a celebration of a curvy girl falling in love, and working out to improve an already pretty decent life, but one who is full of self doubts based solely on her size.. Despite having job success, a nice home, a good family, and at least one supportive friend, its all about the weight. Too bad, because this book could have put a positive spin on it.
June 30, 2017
Katherine is overweight and out of shape with self-esteem issues. Quinn is a health fanatic who owns health clubs for which Katherine's company is trying to get the advertising account. They clash but cannot deny their attraction.
I liked these characters and the story. My only complaint is why do large women almost always have issues with their size in romances. Why not show a BBW who is happy with her body and leads a productive life regardless of what others think of her and her size? Katherine was a great character but it drove me crazy that Quinn kept saying "she's not my usual type." Who cares? She was wonderful and should have dumped Quinn when he kept putting her at arm's length because of what others said. That drives me crazy in BBW romance. Although I did enjoy her breaking into her house when she locked herself out. That was realistic and funny. She did and thought what I would.
I liked these characters and the story. My only complaint is why do large women almost always have issues with their size in romances. Why not show a BBW who is happy with her body and leads a productive life regardless of what others think of her and her size? Katherine was a great character but it drove me crazy that Quinn kept saying "she's not my usual type." Who cares? She was wonderful and should have dumped Quinn when he kept putting her at arm's length because of what others said. That drives me crazy in BBW romance. Although I did enjoy her breaking into her house when she locked herself out. That was realistic and funny. She did and thought what I would.
September 8, 2018
Successful woman meets successful man. She's there to help his business move forward. Sparks fly. Hearts open. Love blooms.
Fairly well edited.
Katherine works for a PR firm that is hired to help Quinn's gyms expand. Just as she begins, a reporter with a vendetta starts stirring up trouble, giving Katherine quite a bit to deal with. Meanwhile, Katherine has received an invitation to her high school reunion. She decides to let Quinn help her get a healthier lifestyle as she helps market his gym and expand his business. Katherine is not a size 2 model. She is a real woman with a penchant for Oreos. ('Cause Oreos!) Quinn's friends worry that dating someone who is decidedly not a model will hurt the gym's image. But Quinn's heart just doesn't care. Will they find a way forward? Will the nasty reporter sabotage Quinn's future?
This is a quick, cute, light read. A few twists, lots of great (if misguided) friends, and two people that see the other for who they are inside. Enjoy.
Fairly well edited.
Katherine works for a PR firm that is hired to help Quinn's gyms expand. Just as she begins, a reporter with a vendetta starts stirring up trouble, giving Katherine quite a bit to deal with. Meanwhile, Katherine has received an invitation to her high school reunion. She decides to let Quinn help her get a healthier lifestyle as she helps market his gym and expand his business. Katherine is not a size 2 model. She is a real woman with a penchant for Oreos. ('Cause Oreos!) Quinn's friends worry that dating someone who is decidedly not a model will hurt the gym's image. But Quinn's heart just doesn't care. Will they find a way forward? Will the nasty reporter sabotage Quinn's future?
This is a quick, cute, light read. A few twists, lots of great (if misguided) friends, and two people that see the other for who they are inside. Enjoy.
May 17, 2020
An advertising exec with a weigh issue ends up working on a campaign for a chain of fitness centers and falling for the gym owner.
I liked this, but didn't love it. The ending felt rushed. This plot with the reporter who was out to get Quinn felt unnatural and not thought through.
There's a nice HEA, though.
I liked this, but didn't love it. The ending felt rushed. This plot with the reporter who was out to get Quinn felt unnatural and not thought through.
There's a nice HEA, though.
January 15, 2025
The owner of a Health Fitness Center needs help attracting additional investors to raise funding so he can expand and open another fitness center. An advertising executive comes in to help him take his fitness center to the next level. It's a charming story with sparks flying, images to overcome, and setbacks from both sides. Loved the story from start to finish.
November 18, 2021
Good easy read
Nice romance novel. Some typos but worth reading. Easy to read. Can get through reading in a day or two. Good for anyone who enjoys reading romance. Considering reading her other novels
Nice romance novel. Some typos but worth reading. Easy to read. Can get through reading in a day or two. Good for anyone who enjoys reading romance. Considering reading her other novels
April 14, 2015
Katherine Mendoza loves Oreos! Her class reunion is coming up and she needs to get in shape but how? That question is answered when she is hired to save a chain of fitness clubs. Quinn Mitchell agrees to help Katherine lose her weight while she helps him fight an ex-girlfriend harmful vendetta. While Katherine knows she isn't Quinn's type, Quinn knows she isn't his type, yet he can't get her off his mind. I really loved the way Quinn was very gentle with Katherine's weight and how he designed a workout program along with eating healthy and Katherine was able to lose her weigh for the reunion improving her self image. Love & Oreos was my first book by Elizabeth Bemis, I loved it! I would highly recommend to everyone who loves Contemporary Romances.
February 7, 2017
Katherine is determined to make it as an advertising executive. When she gets an invitation to her high school reunion she has to decide whether to give up the Oreos or not.
Quinn own fitness centers that Katherine is going to advertise for. She is not what he expected, nor does she have the image he needs for his clubs.
While his ex is starting tons of trouble Katherine keeps trying to dodge bullets to save his clubs. He is falling for her as his friend keeps reminding him why she isn't good for him.
This was a fast read and I loved it. The banter between Katherine and Quinn is great. This book has humor and is a HEA.
Quinn own fitness centers that Katherine is going to advertise for. She is not what he expected, nor does she have the image he needs for his clubs.
While his ex is starting tons of trouble Katherine keeps trying to dodge bullets to save his clubs. He is falling for her as his friend keeps reminding him why she isn't good for him.
This was a fast read and I loved it. The banter between Katherine and Quinn is great. This book has humor and is a HEA.
April 22, 2015
I Loved it!
This is a great book, I loved it. Katherine is a curvy PR exec who happens to love oreo’s. She ends up getting an invitation to her high school reunion the same day she gets a new client show is a sexy owner of a chain of fitness centers. She decides that is it time for her to get into shape that is if she can give up the oreo’s. Quinn jumps at the chance to help Katherine get into shape, but the problem is he loves her curves. This is a sweet love story, with humor, wagers, and oreo’s. I am looking forward to reading more books by this author.
This is a great book, I loved it. Katherine is a curvy PR exec who happens to love oreo’s. She ends up getting an invitation to her high school reunion the same day she gets a new client show is a sexy owner of a chain of fitness centers. She decides that is it time for her to get into shape that is if she can give up the oreo’s. Quinn jumps at the chance to help Katherine get into shape, but the problem is he loves her curves. This is a sweet love story, with humor, wagers, and oreo’s. I am looking forward to reading more books by this author.
July 20, 2015
she is doing the ad campaign for his fitness business. she is over weight which is a wonderful change from all the books with perfect beautiful women in it
they are not each others type but attracted to each other. she is helping to figure out who hacked into his data base and his x girlfriend is reporting to the paper nicknames of fat people who go to his gyms.
he is helping her exercise so she can go to her hs reunion.
they fall in love and after her hs reunion he asks her to marry him, she said yes
they are not each others type but attracted to each other. she is helping to figure out who hacked into his data base and his x girlfriend is reporting to the paper nicknames of fat people who go to his gyms.
he is helping her exercise so she can go to her hs reunion.
they fall in love and after her hs reunion he asks her to marry him, she said yes
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November 23, 2016
This is the first book I've read by Ms. Bemis but it definitely won't be the last! I loved it! The characters are smart, funny, charming and sexy. The story is sweet and hot at the same time and I really liked that Katherine was rubenesque. Being overweight myself Katherine and her insecurities rang true to me and I loved that Quinn was so gentle with her. Very good story!
February 16, 2015
Excellent first novel by this author. Witty writing, entertaining characters, and an enticing plot kept me reading well past my bedtime. By combining my favorite two things—reading and Oreos—this Bemis has earned a fan for life.
July 17, 2015
3.5 Stars
This was a really cute and quick read! The chapters flowed into the next, really making this book fly by. I would have given it 4 stars if it hadn't been for the rushed ending. However, I am looking forward to reading more in this series! Great author! Very witty and fun!
This was a really cute and quick read! The chapters flowed into the next, really making this book fly by. I would have given it 4 stars if it hadn't been for the rushed ending. However, I am looking forward to reading more in this series! Great author! Very witty and fun!
March 18, 2016
Delightful
I love that the main female character was a plus size woman who has image issues like most of us. Also the way Quinn talked her into exercising and encouraged her through it was so heartwarming.
I love that the main female character was a plus size woman who has image issues like most of us. Also the way Quinn talked her into exercising and encouraged her through it was so heartwarming.
April 16, 2015
A sweet story about falling in love with your complete opposite and overcoming a low self esteem. Enjoyed the way the author included how to eat an Oreo...
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July 29, 2016
Another great Sudden Falls romance. I feel most women can identify with Katherine and her self esteem issues. This was a great book and I want to read more of this series.
February 25, 2016
Predictable, Happy no brainer.
February 22, 2016
Great
This book was soon good. It made me mad how some people acted In this book but it turned out amazing. Ready for the next one.
This book was soon good. It made me mad how some people acted In this book but it turned out amazing. Ready for the next one.
April 17, 2016
Is a great book to read
April 4, 2016
Good
this book is one that shows how finding self confidence can bring happiness.the woman in this situation that found love
this book is one that shows how finding self confidence can bring happiness.the woman in this situation that found love
August 28, 2016
Great book! Full of laughs and plenty of heart warming moments.
March 27, 2017
No real chemistry
The thing that stood out most to me was the idea that anyone would care about who the owner of a string of fitness clubs would date. It seemed ridiculously shallow.
Katherine was able to improve her self confidence through working out. Also with Quinn proving he loved her and was attracted to her no matter her size.
This book was sweet. It didn't evoke a great deal of emotion. Although there was an attraction between Quinn and Katherine, I didn't get any sense of heat, or real chemistry.
I would have enjoyed it more if Quinn had the opportunity to confront Amanda and he and Katherine, or even John had taken Amanda down.
The thing that stood out most to me was the idea that anyone would care about who the owner of a string of fitness clubs would date. It seemed ridiculously shallow.
Katherine was able to improve her self confidence through working out. Also with Quinn proving he loved her and was attracted to her no matter her size.
This book was sweet. It didn't evoke a great deal of emotion. Although there was an attraction between Quinn and Katherine, I didn't get any sense of heat, or real chemistry.
I would have enjoyed it more if Quinn had the opportunity to confront Amanda and he and Katherine, or even John had taken Amanda down.
April 17, 2017
This is a beautiful story of a couple that have both struggled with body image, one in the past and one in the present. Have struggled with outside factors influencing their relationship and overall health.
Although this book takes on more weight, and general health concerns then necessary it's a real world concern. It affects esteem, trust in others, confidence, work, play, sex and everything in between.
If I had to picture Katherine I think she'd be a seize 10-14 which makes her a beautiful women. Women need gentle curves to look healthy, but in all honesty women come in every shape and size. Quinn saw that right away and just needed a reality check that John and his business public needed to shove their opinions down their own throats.
I'm glad that John finally rekindled the best relationship he ever had, even if he's not fully out of the closest, he was projecting onto Quinn when really he was afraid to admit he's gay. Will made/makes him happy he needs to embrace that.
I like many women have struggled with body image, weight and public opinion so this subject may be sensitive but it's accurate.
Enjoyed reading about this couple. Easy read to get through.
Although this book takes on more weight, and general health concerns then necessary it's a real world concern. It affects esteem, trust in others, confidence, work, play, sex and everything in between.
If I had to picture Katherine I think she'd be a seize 10-14 which makes her a beautiful women. Women need gentle curves to look healthy, but in all honesty women come in every shape and size. Quinn saw that right away and just needed a reality check that John and his business public needed to shove their opinions down their own throats.
I'm glad that John finally rekindled the best relationship he ever had, even if he's not fully out of the closest, he was projecting onto Quinn when really he was afraid to admit he's gay. Will made/makes him happy he needs to embrace that.
I like many women have struggled with body image, weight and public opinion so this subject may be sensitive but it's accurate.
Enjoyed reading about this couple. Easy read to get through.
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