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News reporting is the main joy in Norma Hill's life. She is hell-bent on being more than a weather reporter, but new tyrant boss, Henry Chapel, doesn't agree. While she is following a news lead, Henry saves her from a handsy heir. His words warn her of danger, but his actions stir deeper emotions. Despite his gruff words, can she find the love forever absent from her life? Pompous and determined, Henry Chapel revives sagging rags and brings them to their former glory. When Lawson Publishing begs Henry to take over the Chicago Daily News, he is more than happy to comply; after all, it had been his favorite newspaper as a child. What he didn't anticipate was a fiery sass-mouthed weather reporter to contend with. He also didn't anticipate finding what he'd been looking for his whole life in the press room.
248 pages, Paperback
First published February 21, 2014
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December 22, 2014
Welcome to the Roaring Twenties Guys and Dolls. Where Speakeasy's are in. Prohibition is on a roll and Al Capone rules Chicago. Where the Breakaway, Charleston and the Black Bottom rule the dance floors. I think if there is one era I would like to be born in then it would have been the roaring twenties. 4 Big Cheese ★★★★
Norma Hill is the weather reporter for The Chicago Daily unfortunately it is currently failing therefore they bring in Mr. Henry Chapel to revive the newspaper. This was always Mr. Chapel's favorite newspaper. He is a hard business man that is until he meets Norma. Norma is a spitfire and she is for equality of women unfortunately it's not that easy. What I loved about this book that there was no insta love and that actually Henry and Norma's views on life were to some extent completely different. They got to know one another.
Norma wanted to go to a Speakeasy with her friend Ingrid unfortunately Ingrid passed out in the car and she was stuck with her date who was a bit hands on. Mr. Chapel came to her rescue. Ms. Valentine has created a beautiful story not just a romance but with suspense and what things were like in 1920 Chicago. Need to find more books like this. Enjoy Guys and Dolls I know I did.
Norma Hill is the weather reporter for The Chicago Daily unfortunately it is currently failing therefore they bring in Mr. Henry Chapel to revive the newspaper. This was always Mr. Chapel's favorite newspaper. He is a hard business man that is until he meets Norma. Norma is a spitfire and she is for equality of women unfortunately it's not that easy. What I loved about this book that there was no insta love and that actually Henry and Norma's views on life were to some extent completely different. They got to know one another.
Norma wanted to go to a Speakeasy with her friend Ingrid unfortunately Ingrid passed out in the car and she was stuck with her date who was a bit hands on. Mr. Chapel came to her rescue. Ms. Valentine has created a beautiful story not just a romance but with suspense and what things were like in 1920 Chicago. Need to find more books like this. Enjoy Guys and Dolls I know I did.
August 23, 2015
Henry Chapel struts into the newsroom at the Chicago Daily News as the newly appointed managing editor with a cigar clinched between his teeth, ready to whip the struggling newspaper into a money making machine. He tells everyone present that the newspaper is losing money every day and he will turn this around, then storms into his office and shuts the door.
When Norma Hill bursts into his office, she informs him she’s the weather reporter, but she is capable of reporting much more than the mundane climate changes. Henry decides in an instant that he will keep her on, even though women can’t handle the demands of reporting compelling features needed in a fast-paced newsroom.
After the dust settles the only females left standing are Norma, as the weather reporter and Ingrid, the former fashion reporter now relegated to the position of secretary.
In her private life, Norma has a squeaky clean reputation and is jokingly referred as ‘Too Dry Two Shoes’. When Ingrid convinces Norma to go to the Jazzy Cat club, a speakeasy, she accidentally stumbles across a crime in the making after she leaves the club to avoid an unwanted admirer, but her only evidence is a pearl from the assaulted woman’s attack. Shaken up by what she sees, she goes back into the club and her boss, Henry, who happens to be in the club, offers to take her home.
The instant attraction between Norma and Henry ignites to a blazing fury quickly as they banter back and forth, whether at the office or when they meet privately. Will Norma’s feisty, determination to investigate what she witnessed lead her into danger? Will Henry be able to protect Norma from her own willfulness, or will he be too late to save the woman he has grown to love?
This story starts out well with great usage of terms for the era and vivid descriptions of clothing, facial expressions and mannerisms, but slows down a bit for a while. I stopped reading and had decided I would not review it. Then I picked it back up, thinking I needed to give it another chance. The story picks up dramatically after Norma returns from a visit to her mother. The pacing is excellent from that point forward, and I couldn’t read fast enough. The love scenes between Norma and Henry sizzle and the action toward the conclusion drove the story to a satisfying end. Ms. Valentine definitely did her research, and she brings the roaring 20s to life. I’m glad I didn’t give up on this book, because I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it. Happy reading!
When Norma Hill bursts into his office, she informs him she’s the weather reporter, but she is capable of reporting much more than the mundane climate changes. Henry decides in an instant that he will keep her on, even though women can’t handle the demands of reporting compelling features needed in a fast-paced newsroom.
After the dust settles the only females left standing are Norma, as the weather reporter and Ingrid, the former fashion reporter now relegated to the position of secretary.
In her private life, Norma has a squeaky clean reputation and is jokingly referred as ‘Too Dry Two Shoes’. When Ingrid convinces Norma to go to the Jazzy Cat club, a speakeasy, she accidentally stumbles across a crime in the making after she leaves the club to avoid an unwanted admirer, but her only evidence is a pearl from the assaulted woman’s attack. Shaken up by what she sees, she goes back into the club and her boss, Henry, who happens to be in the club, offers to take her home.
The instant attraction between Norma and Henry ignites to a blazing fury quickly as they banter back and forth, whether at the office or when they meet privately. Will Norma’s feisty, determination to investigate what she witnessed lead her into danger? Will Henry be able to protect Norma from her own willfulness, or will he be too late to save the woman he has grown to love?
This story starts out well with great usage of terms for the era and vivid descriptions of clothing, facial expressions and mannerisms, but slows down a bit for a while. I stopped reading and had decided I would not review it. Then I picked it back up, thinking I needed to give it another chance. The story picks up dramatically after Norma returns from a visit to her mother. The pacing is excellent from that point forward, and I couldn’t read fast enough. The love scenes between Norma and Henry sizzle and the action toward the conclusion drove the story to a satisfying end. Ms. Valentine definitely did her research, and she brings the roaring 20s to life. I’m glad I didn’t give up on this book, because I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it. Happy reading!
September 7, 2017
I received this book in a part of a gift prize last winter and while I was on vacation I decided to catch up on some books on the shelf. I was pleasantly surprised. The time period, prohibition was not a part of our history that I new much about. The style of dress and women's roles in society. After reading Love Easy I got a sense of the struggles women faced as a working woman. I admire Norma's tough shell and soft underbelly. Wonderful book and I would recommend you add it to you list.
November 21, 2014
This is a lively and exciting story of 1920s Chicago. A newsroom is well described with its entrenched attitudes and heavy, noisy metal equipment.
A young woman who writes the weather reports is determined to carve out a better niche but her new boss just wants to turn the failing paper around and has no time for silly women. Visiting a speakeasy with her girl friend, the reporter witnesses an act of violence against a woman. But the evidence is quickly cleared, and who will believe her? With gangs moving in to take control over illegal drink distribution, Chicago is a dirty, dangerous city, and love does not come easy.
This story has a slow start but is worth a read for a study of the times and to see how far attitudes have progressed. The romance is understated and convincing.
A young woman who writes the weather reports is determined to carve out a better niche but her new boss just wants to turn the failing paper around and has no time for silly women. Visiting a speakeasy with her girl friend, the reporter witnesses an act of violence against a woman. But the evidence is quickly cleared, and who will believe her? With gangs moving in to take control over illegal drink distribution, Chicago is a dirty, dangerous city, and love does not come easy.
This story has a slow start but is worth a read for a study of the times and to see how far attitudes have progressed. The romance is understated and convincing.
May 25, 2016
This was a kick in the pants kind of book. Great historical romance. The sexual tension was high strung, and throw in Chicago speakeasies, news men, and mobster, and you got a great read. Love the authors period language use. Feel like I'm reading a movie from the 1920s. The intimate scenes are hot too. I've already downloaded the next book about her friend Ingrid. Enjoying this series.
June 19, 2014
Love the story line of this book. Set in historic Chicago, Roe Valentine really captures the essence of this era. The story flows and evolves and leaves you wanting more. Easy read and it was hard to put down until finished. Can't wait to read more from Roe!!
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