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Girlfriends, Goddesses & Barflies #1
One More Shot
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Dino Coletti, Manhattan’s hottest bachelor doc, moves to small town—smaller lake,
Oregon.
Why he felt the need to leave NYC, and his manwhoring ways behind him, he had no clue. Then he saw her, and he knew she was the one he didn’t know he was even looking for.
Life on Whisper Lake will never be the same, when a smart-mouthed, independent, wounded woman, meets a man who’s convinced they're destined, and she’s convinced he’s a snake in the firs.
* * *
Dannie
He invades me and my body opens up to receive him, as if saying, I’ve been waiting for you, dumbass. What took you so damn long?
He moans. “Dear lord, you feel like heaven. I’ve wanted you and this for so long. You’re never getting away, Dan. Never.”
“Stop talkin’ the talk. I want—”
He thrusts forward. “Is that what you want?”
“Yes,” I say and dig my nails into his ass cheeks.
He finds his rhythm and I dance along. All is well until it shifts from first to fifth, and I get left behind. Soon he’s groaning and spouting unintelligible words. He pulls out and collapses next to me. “God, Dannie, that was…”
Over in a blink of the eye. Faster than a bullet train. Quicker than sand. Unbelievably unfulfilling. I bite my lip and choke down my tears of shock and frustration. How could a man who looks like he does, smells like he does, is hung like he is, and has had as many lovers as he has been such a… disappointment? I might not be an expert on these things but come on….
Indie writers rely heavily on reviews from Amazon. If you can, please review on Amazon.
Dino Coletti, Manhattan’s hottest bachelor doc, moves to small town—smaller lake,
Oregon.
Why he felt the need to leave NYC, and his manwhoring ways behind him, he had no clue. Then he saw her, and he knew she was the one he didn’t know he was even looking for.
Life on Whisper Lake will never be the same, when a smart-mouthed, independent, wounded woman, meets a man who’s convinced they're destined, and she’s convinced he’s a snake in the firs.
* * *
Dannie
He invades me and my body opens up to receive him, as if saying, I’ve been waiting for you, dumbass. What took you so damn long?
He moans. “Dear lord, you feel like heaven. I’ve wanted you and this for so long. You’re never getting away, Dan. Never.”
“Stop talkin’ the talk. I want—”
He thrusts forward. “Is that what you want?”
“Yes,” I say and dig my nails into his ass cheeks.
He finds his rhythm and I dance along. All is well until it shifts from first to fifth, and I get left behind. Soon he’s groaning and spouting unintelligible words. He pulls out and collapses next to me. “God, Dannie, that was…”
Over in a blink of the eye. Faster than a bullet train. Quicker than sand. Unbelievably unfulfilling. I bite my lip and choke down my tears of shock and frustration. How could a man who looks like he does, smells like he does, is hung like he is, and has had as many lovers as he has been such a… disappointment? I might not be an expert on these things but come on….
261 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 1, 2016
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About the author
T.L. Alexander
10 books209 followersT L Alexander is an indieBRAG Medallion Honoree
TL Alexander is the author of eight novels. Best known for the smexy, LOL, contemporary romance Layers Series, she ventured into the realm of romantic suspense in 2017 with the release of A.K.A.
In 2018, A.K.A. received the indieBRAG gold medallion.
Connect with her at tlalexanderauthor@yahoo
TL Alexander is the author of eight novels. Best known for the smexy, LOL, contemporary romance Layers Series, she ventured into the realm of romantic suspense in 2017 with the release of A.K.A.
In 2018, A.K.A. received the indieBRAG gold medallion.
Connect with her at tlalexanderauthor@yahoo
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February 25, 2017
A fun romp in the lake!
This was a fun, light, sexy read. The only problem I had with it was that it was written in first person and the present tense, both of which are not my preferred styles of writing or reading. Mainly because I'm nosy and I like to know what other characters than the point-of-view protagonist are actually thinking, I guess!
Personal style preferences aside, this was a really enjoyable read. I liked Dannie, the heroine, and felt terribly sorry for her at the beginning of the book when it came to light just how badly she'd been treated by her husband. Her wariness when being pursued by Dino is perfectly understandable, their awkward interactions hilarious yet touching.
The book is well written and edited, and the story flows well. I felt at times the descriptions were a little lacking - we never really did get a sense of how Dannie herself looks apart from being blonde and a runner, and that her daughter thought she 'looked like' Dino, which since he was her romantic interest, seemed a little odd to me.
I'll give it four stars, and I'll be looking forward to reading the rest of the Girlfriends, Goddesses and Barflies series on publication!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for review through ReadingAlley.
This was a fun, light, sexy read. The only problem I had with it was that it was written in first person and the present tense, both of which are not my preferred styles of writing or reading. Mainly because I'm nosy and I like to know what other characters than the point-of-view protagonist are actually thinking, I guess!
Personal style preferences aside, this was a really enjoyable read. I liked Dannie, the heroine, and felt terribly sorry for her at the beginning of the book when it came to light just how badly she'd been treated by her husband. Her wariness when being pursued by Dino is perfectly understandable, their awkward interactions hilarious yet touching.
The book is well written and edited, and the story flows well. I felt at times the descriptions were a little lacking - we never really did get a sense of how Dannie herself looks apart from being blonde and a runner, and that her daughter thought she 'looked like' Dino, which since he was her romantic interest, seemed a little odd to me.
I'll give it four stars, and I'll be looking forward to reading the rest of the Girlfriends, Goddesses and Barflies series on publication!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for review through ReadingAlley.
November 28, 2016
“I will refer to you as the dumbass blond dude who’s obviously blind”
It is quite obvious that there is a lot of banter between this story’s main characters, their conversation was always fun to read and I am pretty sure if we had the chance to read about them after the point where the book ends, we would see that all that funny banter continues for the rest of their lives.
Dino was a very sweet hero, from the beginning of the story he was ready and open for a romantic relationship, as soon as he saw the heroine he was determined to pursue her and no matter how much she pushed him away, his feeling didn’t waver and he kept going until he wore her down.
Dannie was a funny heroine, she was responsible for all that banter that was happening in the book as she used it as a defense mechanism so that no one could ever get close to her. Dannie had a good reason for that behavior and that was because she was deeply hurt thanks to her cheating ex-husband. I really loved her romance with Dino and it was so sweet seeing him trying to tear down her walls, his devotion had a healing effect for Dannie and we can obviously see her change and become happy again.
The only thing that I think took away from the story was the lack of descriptions, the author is really good at writing witty dialogue but in some points the book was missing the necessary descriptions to accompany that dialog and as a result a lot of times I didn’t know who was talking or what she/he was doing and I had trouble understanding what was happening so I ended it up going back and reading the dialog again in order to understand.
*3.5+ Stars*
I voluntarily reviewed the free copy that I received via Reading Alley.
December 29, 2016
Funny, Funny Read!
This was a great start to a new series by T.L. Alexander, and I can't wait for the next book. I would consider this a spinoff of the Layers Series because this book's Hero is Dr. Dino Coletti and if you read the layers series you'll remember that he is the uncle of Alexia and Samantha, he has moved to a small little town in Oregon to fill a two-year medical position at the hospital. That being said you do not have to read the Layers Series in order to read this one, it can be read separately and you will not feel as if you have missed anything.
Dannie grew up on Whisper Lake but moved away for a while, now she is back, after a nasty divorce, with her daughter and she is taking the lake by storm. I always like when a wealthy person returns to their hometown to do good, and that is exactly what Dannie is doing.
Dannie has heard gossip about the new man living on the other end of the Lake though she has yet to meet him...according to all the women, young and old, he is something to behold. After two run-ins (literally) she agrees that he is good looking but that's it, she has no interest in any man let alone a Doctor after the way her Doctor ex-husband treated her.
This story was so much fun to read, I loved all of the characters, and the banter between them all was just great. I was laughing so much during this book. I cannot wait to the next one is released.
here's a little excerpt:
Dannie
He invades me and my body opens up to receive him, as if saying, I've been waiting for you, dumbass. What took you so damn long?
He moans."Dear lord, you feel like heaven. I've wanted you and this for so long. You're never getting away, Dan. Never."
"Stop talkin' the talk. I want--"
He thrusts forward. "Is that what you want?"
"Yes," I say and dig my nails into his ass cheeks.
He finds his rhythm and I dance along. All is well until it shifts from first to fifth,and I get left behind. Soon he's groaning and spouting unintelligible words.
He pulls out and collapses next to me. "God, Dannie, that was..."
Over in a blink of the eye. Faster than a bullet train. Quicker than sand. Unbelievably unfulfilling. I bite my lip and choke down my tears of shock and frustration. How could a man who looks like he does, smells like he does,is hung like he is, and has had as many lovers as he has be such a...disappointment? I might not be an expert at these things; but come on...
Some Quotes from the Book
“That’s how I knew my second husband was a keeper. I gave him the test… The third time we hooked up, I wore my biggest granniest, white cotton panties.”
“Marcie said he’s the hottest thing to hit the lake since your dad. I told her, it’s not possible. You dad is and will always be the honey to my dew.”
“He removes three condoms and sets his wallet aside. He kisses them one by one. ‘I’ve never been so happy to see you. Come to Papa, you little gold treasures of pleasure.’”
***I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book that I requested from TL Alexander through ReadingAlley***
This was a great start to a new series by T.L. Alexander, and I can't wait for the next book. I would consider this a spinoff of the Layers Series because this book's Hero is Dr. Dino Coletti and if you read the layers series you'll remember that he is the uncle of Alexia and Samantha, he has moved to a small little town in Oregon to fill a two-year medical position at the hospital. That being said you do not have to read the Layers Series in order to read this one, it can be read separately and you will not feel as if you have missed anything.
Dannie grew up on Whisper Lake but moved away for a while, now she is back, after a nasty divorce, with her daughter and she is taking the lake by storm. I always like when a wealthy person returns to their hometown to do good, and that is exactly what Dannie is doing.
Dannie has heard gossip about the new man living on the other end of the Lake though she has yet to meet him...according to all the women, young and old, he is something to behold. After two run-ins (literally) she agrees that he is good looking but that's it, she has no interest in any man let alone a Doctor after the way her Doctor ex-husband treated her.
This story was so much fun to read, I loved all of the characters, and the banter between them all was just great. I was laughing so much during this book. I cannot wait to the next one is released.
here's a little excerpt:
Dannie
He invades me and my body opens up to receive him, as if saying, I've been waiting for you, dumbass. What took you so damn long?
He moans."Dear lord, you feel like heaven. I've wanted you and this for so long. You're never getting away, Dan. Never."
"Stop talkin' the talk. I want--"
He thrusts forward. "Is that what you want?"
"Yes," I say and dig my nails into his ass cheeks.
He finds his rhythm and I dance along. All is well until it shifts from first to fifth,and I get left behind. Soon he's groaning and spouting unintelligible words.
He pulls out and collapses next to me. "God, Dannie, that was..."
Over in a blink of the eye. Faster than a bullet train. Quicker than sand. Unbelievably unfulfilling. I bite my lip and choke down my tears of shock and frustration. How could a man who looks like he does, smells like he does,is hung like he is, and has had as many lovers as he has be such a...disappointment? I might not be an expert at these things; but come on...
Some Quotes from the Book
“That’s how I knew my second husband was a keeper. I gave him the test… The third time we hooked up, I wore my biggest granniest, white cotton panties.”
“Marcie said he’s the hottest thing to hit the lake since your dad. I told her, it’s not possible. You dad is and will always be the honey to my dew.”
“He removes three condoms and sets his wallet aside. He kisses them one by one. ‘I’ve never been so happy to see you. Come to Papa, you little gold treasures of pleasure.’”
***I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book that I requested from TL Alexander through ReadingAlley***
April 16, 2016
Favorite Quotes:
“Marcie said he’s the hottest thing to hit the lake since your dad. I told her, it’s not possible. You dad is and will always be the honey to my dew.”
“That’s how I knew my second husband was a keeper. I gave him the test… The third time we hooked up, I wore my biggest granniest, white cotton panties.”
“If there’s one thing I know, it’s a player. Dino Coletti is a major player, and I’m not talkin’ about chess. I’m talkin’ chest. I’m not going there again, ever. This girlfriend has learned her lesson.”
“I’ve been looking for you before I even knew I was looking.”
“He removes three condoms and sets his wallet aside. He kisses them one by one. ‘I’ve never been so happy to see you. Come to Papa, you little gold treasures of pleasure.’”
My Review:
I declare TL Alexander to be the queen of witty banter, as she has more than mastered this skill. Her dialogues in One More Shot were rapid fire, hilarious, and miles beyond clever. I frequently barked, snorted, and laughed aloud as I read, and I do believe I maintained a near constant smirk throughout. The writing was crisp, whip smart, wicked funny, and engaging. The plot was interesting, relevant, observant, and unfailingly entertaining. I adored her Layer’s series but believe this book is her best work yet. Her humor is addicting, snarky, and creatively naughty. I did not want the fun to end and am already jonesing for the next installment. I may need rehab if she doesn’t hurry.
“Marcie said he’s the hottest thing to hit the lake since your dad. I told her, it’s not possible. You dad is and will always be the honey to my dew.”
“That’s how I knew my second husband was a keeper. I gave him the test… The third time we hooked up, I wore my biggest granniest, white cotton panties.”
“If there’s one thing I know, it’s a player. Dino Coletti is a major player, and I’m not talkin’ about chess. I’m talkin’ chest. I’m not going there again, ever. This girlfriend has learned her lesson.”
“I’ve been looking for you before I even knew I was looking.”
“He removes three condoms and sets his wallet aside. He kisses them one by one. ‘I’ve never been so happy to see you. Come to Papa, you little gold treasures of pleasure.’”
My Review:
I declare TL Alexander to be the queen of witty banter, as she has more than mastered this skill. Her dialogues in One More Shot were rapid fire, hilarious, and miles beyond clever. I frequently barked, snorted, and laughed aloud as I read, and I do believe I maintained a near constant smirk throughout. The writing was crisp, whip smart, wicked funny, and engaging. The plot was interesting, relevant, observant, and unfailingly entertaining. I adored her Layer’s series but believe this book is her best work yet. Her humor is addicting, snarky, and creatively naughty. I did not want the fun to end and am already jonesing for the next installment. I may need rehab if she doesn’t hurry.
September 27, 2017
I received this book in a Goodreads giveaway.
More like a 3.5 stars. It took a little while to get into this book - could be that I just wasn't familiar with T.L. Alexander's style. BUT - once I did get into it I really liked it. I had to put it down with 25 pages left and I seriously considered shirking a few things (like sleep when I could barely keep my eyes open as it was) just to finish and see how it would end! The concept and storyline were good, although the final crisis and resolution just kind of showed up abruptly. Sometimes the dialogue was confusing, I had to go back and reread to see who was speaking. I also had difficulty relating to some of the dialogue, but that's me - my history, my personality.
I would read the other 2 books in this series. =)
More like a 3.5 stars. It took a little while to get into this book - could be that I just wasn't familiar with T.L. Alexander's style. BUT - once I did get into it I really liked it. I had to put it down with 25 pages left and I seriously considered shirking a few things (like sleep when I could barely keep my eyes open as it was) just to finish and see how it would end! The concept and storyline were good, although the final crisis and resolution just kind of showed up abruptly. Sometimes the dialogue was confusing, I had to go back and reread to see who was speaking. I also had difficulty relating to some of the dialogue, but that's me - my history, my personality.
I would read the other 2 books in this series. =)
August 30, 2017
TJ Alexander has such talent. I first heard about her work on Reading Alley with the Layers series and her work in this book is just as brilliant. Dino and Dannie are hilarious with each other and you can almost feel the sparks coming off the page when they first meet. Dannie is a fascinating women that has been through difficulties that affect her self worth and it is hard to believe in herself or believe in others; but maybe she finally realizes she is perfect how she is and others believe that also. Thank you Reading Alley and TL Alexander for allowing me to read and write a honest review of this book.
November 14, 2016
Small town, smaller lake.
I am officially a fan of author TL Alexander! The writing style is great without a bunch of extra characters thrown in to confuse the storyline. You learn about the people at the lake and begin to care about what each contributes to the story. One never forgets this is a romance though.
It opens with the demise of her marriage as she tells it to her therapist. (Dannie, the divorcee, has a lot of baggage to go through. A lot.) The romance between Dannie and Dino is not unexpected as their pet names for each other are 'dumbass' and 'smartass'.
I can hardly wait for the next story!
I was given an ARC from Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.
I am officially a fan of author TL Alexander! The writing style is great without a bunch of extra characters thrown in to confuse the storyline. You learn about the people at the lake and begin to care about what each contributes to the story. One never forgets this is a romance though.
It opens with the demise of her marriage as she tells it to her therapist. (Dannie, the divorcee, has a lot of baggage to go through. A lot.) The romance between Dannie and Dino is not unexpected as their pet names for each other are 'dumbass' and 'smartass'.
I can hardly wait for the next story!
I was given an ARC from Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.
November 21, 2016
Loved this!! Dannie has moved back to Whisper Lake after a nasty divorce. Her ex destroyed her trust in men with his cheating and lawsuit to try and get her money. Dino came to the lake from Manhattan to work at the hospital as a favor for a friend. After 2 run ins (literally) Dannie can't fight her growing attraction to Dino. With meddling neighbors and the Goddesses blessing Dannie starts to let Dino in but after an incident at his house Dannie walks away despite everyone believing there is more to the story. Will Dannie learn the truth before it is to late? I love this author and can't wait to read the rest of this series!!
Review copy provided via Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.
Review copy provided via Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.
September 1, 2016
Goodreads Signed Win Copy
Dannie O'Brien returns to her small hometown after a nasty divorce where her ex left her on their wedding anniversary for their young daughter eighteen old pregnant babysitter. She is a obsessive freak as she seeks help.
Dino Coletti moves to the small town to change himself from being a man whore. He meets Dannie and knows she is the one for him but she does not want anything to do with him as she sworn off men.
It is a battle of the sexes as he tries to wear her own. But what will happen if they do get together? Misunderstands are thrown in the mix in this amusing story, Will the man whore get his lady in the end? A fun read.
Dannie O'Brien returns to her small hometown after a nasty divorce where her ex left her on their wedding anniversary for their young daughter eighteen old pregnant babysitter. She is a obsessive freak as she seeks help.
Dino Coletti moves to the small town to change himself from being a man whore. He meets Dannie and knows she is the one for him but she does not want anything to do with him as she sworn off men.
It is a battle of the sexes as he tries to wear her own. But what will happen if they do get together? Misunderstands are thrown in the mix in this amusing story, Will the man whore get his lady in the end? A fun read.
September 19, 2016
I received this book as a Goodreads giveaway, and am not usually one for romance, but entered to try to widen my genre consideration a bit, and was glad I did. This story was amusing, specifically the customary local greeting, and held some colourful language, which I always find makes for better reading. A blend of spiritualism, spunk, and swearing, to make the sappy parts more palatable. I feel this author knows her niche in romance. I enjoyed it, and will look out for the others in this series.
October 1, 2017
Dannie O'Brien returns to her hometown of Whisper Lake, OR, after a messy divorce. She's sworn off men, but that doesn't stop newcomer Dino Coletti from trying to get her to go out with him. Dino has several strikes against him - he's male, he's a doctor from New York, and he was a man-whore - things he has in common with Dannie's ex. This story was both funny and sometimes sad with many unique characters and some awful ones (like Dannie's ex-hubby.) I did enjoy it and I'm looking foward to reading the next book in the series when it comes out.
October 28, 2017
Fun modern story
A happily divorced woman with money and a well adjusted child moves back to her hometown. She meets another doctor just after she swears off men. This book had me smiling, laughing, and nodding in sympathy. Amazing read read and good for the heart.
A happily divorced woman with money and a well adjusted child moves back to her hometown. She meets another doctor just after she swears off men. This book had me smiling, laughing, and nodding in sympathy. Amazing read read and good for the heart.
September 2, 2016
It was a quick read. I enjoyed it looking forward towards the rest of the series.
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