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Buchanans #1-3
The Buchanan Series #1-3: Delicious / Irresistible / Sizzling
Meet the delicious Buchanans in Susan Mallery's bestselling series. Indulge...100% calorie free!
806 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2007
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Susan Mallery
862 books15.4k followers#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery writes heartwarming and humorous novels about the relationships that define women's lives—family, friendship, romance. She's best known for putting nuanced characters into emotionally complex, real-life situations with twists that surprise readers to laughter. Because Susan is passionate about animal welfare, pets play a big role in her books. Beloved by millions of readers worldwide, her books have been translated into 28 languages.
Critics have dubbed Mallery "the new queen of romantic fiction." (Walmart) Booklist says, "Romance novels don't get much better than Mallery's expert blend of emotional nuance, humor, and superb storytelling," and RT Book Reviews puts her "in a class by herself!" It's no wonder that her books have spent more than 200 weeks on the USA Today bestsellers list.
Although Susan majored in Accounting, she never worked as an accountant because she was published straight out of college with two books the same month. Sixteen prolific years and seventy-four books later, she hit the New York Times bestsellers list for the first time with Accidentally Yours in 2008. She made many appearances in the Top 10 before (finally) hitting #1 in 2015 with Thrill Me, the twentieth book in her most popular series, the Fool's Gold romances, and the fourth of five books released that year.
Susan lives in Washington state with her husband, two ragdoll cats, and a small poodle with delusions of grandeur. Her heart for animals has led Susan to become an active supporter of the Seattle Humane Society. Visit Susan online at www.SusanMallery.com.
Critics have dubbed Mallery "the new queen of romantic fiction." (Walmart) Booklist says, "Romance novels don't get much better than Mallery's expert blend of emotional nuance, humor, and superb storytelling," and RT Book Reviews puts her "in a class by herself!" It's no wonder that her books have spent more than 200 weeks on the USA Today bestsellers list.
Although Susan majored in Accounting, she never worked as an accountant because she was published straight out of college with two books the same month. Sixteen prolific years and seventy-four books later, she hit the New York Times bestsellers list for the first time with Accidentally Yours in 2008. She made many appearances in the Top 10 before (finally) hitting #1 in 2015 with Thrill Me, the twentieth book in her most popular series, the Fool's Gold romances, and the fourth of five books released that year.
Susan lives in Washington state with her husband, two ragdoll cats, and a small poodle with delusions of grandeur. Her heart for animals has led Susan to become an active supporter of the Seattle Humane Society. Visit Susan online at www.SusanMallery.com.
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December 25, 2010
These contemporary romances took me by surprise. There's a lot of complexity in the backstory that is handled deftly, and some truly interesting characters. There are, of course, many, many excellent romance authors out there, but for a reason I haven't been able to pinpoint yet, these stood out for me.
My only quibble is that the endings seem rushed, and in general the timeline feels compressed. I can see Reid evolving and changing, but the transformation is so big, it feels (I'm using this word again) rushed. The same is true of Gloria's turn-around.
But overall, I liked the couples and the way they interacted. Oh and: I grew up in the restaurant business, and the details felt pretty much on target to me. I am wondering though, if Penny never has a bad-sauce day.
On a personal note: I'm writing this on Christmas morning at 3 am. Because I can't sleep. So forgive me my typos, etc.
My only quibble is that the endings seem rushed, and in general the timeline feels compressed. I can see Reid evolving and changing, but the transformation is so big, it feels (I'm using this word again) rushed. The same is true of Gloria's turn-around.
But overall, I liked the couples and the way they interacted. Oh and: I grew up in the restaurant business, and the details felt pretty much on target to me. I am wondering though, if Penny never has a bad-sauce day.
On a personal note: I'm writing this on Christmas morning at 3 am. Because I can't sleep. So forgive me my typos, etc.
December 30, 2011
Excellent series. Love Susan Mallery's writing. She is witty and spicey.
June 18, 2012
Susan Mallery is a fantastic romance author. I am reading as many of her books that I can get my hands on.
May 18, 2017
Great series enjoyed very much
March 24, 2022
These books focused on complex characters with a rich backstory. I found myself wanting more.
March 3, 2014
I had read the middle book some time ago, Susan Mallery is pretty much my go-to for brainless, cheerful, happy romance with just enough sex thrown in. I always rip through her books, and always end up with a smile...but also always end up feeling like I just had ice cream for dinner. Not really filling, definitely not healthy, but tasty at the time!
These books don't disappoint except in one respect, they're 1 book, not 3 (or actually 4, more on that in a minute). Each book builds on and is so intertwined with the other I STRONGLY recommend reading them in order and not deviating. You really won't understand the latter two books without reading the first, and the third book relies HEAVILY on the first two. So, read out of order at your peril.
Here's what I meant by 4. About 1/3 of the 3rd book was used setting up Dani's romance. Which is fine, she starts out married and getting divorced in the first book, has a terrible fling with a guy who turns out to be married in the second, and starts a friendship with an ex-priest that she runs away from as soon as she finds out he used to be a priest in the third. Sure, great, but...where's her story? Oh, it's another book I'll have to track down and probably wait for 4 months to get from the library. That's fine, but THIS IS ALL REALLY ONE BOOK. Either make it one book, or don't put half the plot from one book into the previous!
Having the scene where Reid meets/hires Lori in the second book was super disorienting for me when I started the third.
Since I'm already all about the spoilers, I should also say that their initial sexual encounter felt super-forced to me and I was seriously cringing knowing that in the real world sleeping with someone you've known for a week is a great recipe to never ever hear from them again. Reid was already slutty, but Lori wasn't...just a giant shudder from me.
These books don't disappoint except in one respect, they're 1 book, not 3 (or actually 4, more on that in a minute). Each book builds on and is so intertwined with the other I STRONGLY recommend reading them in order and not deviating. You really won't understand the latter two books without reading the first, and the third book relies HEAVILY on the first two. So, read out of order at your peril.
Here's what I meant by 4. About 1/3 of the 3rd book was used setting up Dani's romance. Which is fine, she starts out married and getting divorced in the first book, has a terrible fling with a guy who turns out to be married in the second, and starts a friendship with an ex-priest that she runs away from as soon as she finds out he used to be a priest in the third. Sure, great, but...where's her story? Oh, it's another book I'll have to track down and probably wait for 4 months to get from the library. That's fine, but THIS IS ALL REALLY ONE BOOK. Either make it one book, or don't put half the plot from one book into the previous!
Having the scene where Reid meets/hires Lori in the second book was super disorienting for me when I started the third.
Since I'm already all about the spoilers, I should also say that their initial sexual encounter felt super-forced to me and I was seriously cringing knowing that in the real world sleeping with someone you've known for a week is a great recipe to never ever hear from them again. Reid was already slutty, but Lori wasn't...just a giant shudder from me.
August 25, 2016
3.5 stars ..Nice read with likeable characters. The main character is hired as the main chef by her ex at a restaurant needing an overhaul. She thinks she has her feelings under control and can keep her ex at a distance, but there is no denying there are still some sparks. The two main problems with the book are: reminding the reader too often as to why they want to keep apart (as if we are dementia patients) and there is a relationship hiccup at the end after their main differences are patched up that was used I suppose to lengthen the book. Otherwise a pleasurable read and would read another of hers.
May 7, 2014
This is the first three books in the Buchanan's saga by Susan Mallery. It has Cal, Walker, and Reid's stories. All three books were beautiful and truly works of art. It's a great savings to buy this bundle and you won't regret it these books are amazing
won-t-finish
September 28, 2011Nook.
July 30, 2011
Loved it, but wondered why only 3 of the 4 books were in the bundle
October 3, 2011
As with all of Susan Mallery's books this was fun to read.
February 18, 2012
Finished Part 1- Delicious and it was great. Loved it! Very good series. Looking forward to Dani's story!
October 26, 2012
Excellent series! I love her books!
April 6, 2013
Loved this book collection!
October 9, 2013
I loved thus series!
January 9, 2014
The grandmother is way over the top mean. I felt like reaching in the book and giving her a good shake or strangling her! She agitated me sooo much!
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January 27, 2014Great read
as always Susan Mallery delivers a great series of books......love them and am glad I discovered her books. Recommended for anyone who likes romance!
as always Susan Mallery delivers a great series of books......love them and am glad I discovered her books. Recommended for anyone who likes romance!
April 7, 2014
Love it
love all of Susan Mallery's books this bundle was great. I can't wait to start the next book...these books make you feel like you know the characters
love all of Susan Mallery's books this bundle was great. I can't wait to start the next book...these books make you feel like you know the characters
January 29, 2015
I LOVED every last book in this series! My absolute FAVE was Reid's story! It was so flipping beautiful that I wish their story would continue!!
February 28, 2015
Enjoyable. Somewhat predictable trope-wise but kept me interested enough to want to read more of her stuff.
March 12, 2015
Books I love!
They kept me involved and made me cry. I love that they're a series. I want one on Danii too!
They kept me involved and made me cry. I love that they're a series. I want one on Danii too!
May 18, 2015
Great for when you want to enjoy a day not thinking.
January 1, 2016
a chef gets involved with the owners
May 1, 2016
Overall, the series was very likeable. More a 3.5 star but went ahead and put it as a 4 star. I had read this in my teens and it was interesting to come across it again.
September 5, 2012
Good light read -
April 3, 2013
Fun read. Love a nice romance.
May 12, 2014
Brilliant !!! Loved this series, well done
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January 10, 2019Cute book, easy reading
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