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The Coltons #22
Sweet Child of Mine
Sweet Child of Mine by Jean Brashear released on Jan 23, 2004 is available now for purchase.
- GenresRomance
256 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published March 21, 2003
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About the author
Jean Brashear
147 books239 followersA letter to Rod Stewart resulting in a Cinderella birthday for her daughter sowed the seeds of New York Times and USAToday bestselling author Jean Brashear's writing career. A lifelong avid reader, at the age of forty-five with no experience and no training, she decided to see if she could write a book. It was a wild leap that turned her whole life upside down, but she would tell you that though she's never been more terrified, she's never felt more exhilarated or more alive. She's an ardent proponent of not putting off your dreams until that elusive 'someday'—take that leap now.
Over fifty published novels later, the five-time RITA finalist and RTBookReviews Career Achievement Award winner has accumulated a whole passel of war stories to swap and loves nothing better than talking writing and books with readers and fellow writers.
And she'd still take that leap, war wounds and all.
Over fifty published novels later, the five-time RITA finalist and RTBookReviews Career Achievement Award winner has accumulated a whole passel of war stories to swap and loves nothing better than talking writing and books with readers and fellow writers.
And she'd still take that leap, war wounds and all.
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December 22, 2017
This story involved Michael Longstreet, the Mayor of Prosperino and a Social Worker, Suzanne. She works at the Ranch with Emily's House (specifically pregnant teenagers).
Michael's father's health is deteriorating. Both parents want to see Michael married again before Dad dies. Suzanne also needs to be married. Her child, which was given up for adoption, is about to be orphaned by the last remaining adoptive parent, the father, dying of a terminal illness (presumed cancer). The adoptive parent's sister is skeptical that Suzanne can take care of Bobby by herself..... so she agrees to Michael's proposal of a marriage in-name-only. They get married, but their emotional connection is stunted by Michael's reticence and Suzanne's determination not to give her heart or body to another rich man just because she is attracted to him.
Michael's reticence stems from his perceived failure to take care of his first wife, pregnant with their child. His parents had disowned him because he married her, and he believes he gave a vow never to replace her. He grapples with the love growing in him for Suzanne and she confronts him with his keeping of the irrational vow.
When Bobby comes to live with the married couple sooner than expected, the bond between Michael and Bobby force Suzanne to decide to leave before the bond strengthens. This pushes Michael to declare his love for her and both decide to continue in the marriage. Honeymoon and other fun must wait until the town's water situation is resolved. As part of that, the FBI has arrested David Corbitt. His daughter is coming to defend him and Rafe James is brought to town by Blake as a private investigator. This leads into "Close Proximity".
Michael's father's health is deteriorating. Both parents want to see Michael married again before Dad dies. Suzanne also needs to be married. Her child, which was given up for adoption, is about to be orphaned by the last remaining adoptive parent, the father, dying of a terminal illness (presumed cancer). The adoptive parent's sister is skeptical that Suzanne can take care of Bobby by herself..... so she agrees to Michael's proposal of a marriage in-name-only. They get married, but their emotional connection is stunted by Michael's reticence and Suzanne's determination not to give her heart or body to another rich man just because she is attracted to him.
Michael's reticence stems from his perceived failure to take care of his first wife, pregnant with their child. His parents had disowned him because he married her, and he believes he gave a vow never to replace her. He grapples with the love growing in him for Suzanne and she confronts him with his keeping of the irrational vow.
When Bobby comes to live with the married couple sooner than expected, the bond between Michael and Bobby force Suzanne to decide to leave before the bond strengthens. This pushes Michael to declare his love for her and both decide to continue in the marriage. Honeymoon and other fun must wait until the town's water situation is resolved. As part of that, the FBI has arrested David Corbitt. His daughter is coming to defend him and Rafe James is brought to town by Blake as a private investigator. This leads into "Close Proximity".
January 21, 2026
Great story. It made me cry and laugh at the same time.
Still really not sure who the culprit is !! Is there a follow up to this story ???
I'll look for the second book.
Still really not sure who the culprit is !! Is there a follow up to this story ???
I'll look for the second book.
February 13, 2015
Feel good story
Was a bit down.But this book put me back where I needed to be.Don't know about you but I love a happy ending.
Was a bit down.But this book put me back where I needed to be.Don't know about you but I love a happy ending.
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