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A Novel Proposal

by Denise Hunter (Goodreads Author)

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Anita Ojeda said: " Sadie Goodwin writes westerns, but her publisher drops her after the lackluster sales of her first two novels. Now, she must return the advances on her third and fourth books or try. Her hand at a new genre. Sadie’s agent and editor both think she co Sadie Goodwin writes westerns, but her publisher drops her after the lackluster sales of her first two novels. Now, she must return the advances on her third and fourth books or try. Her hand at a new genre. Sadie’s agent and editor both think she could write an impressive romance.

But at 26, Sadie has no practical experience in the romance department. She’d rather describe a shootout (something she’s never experienced) than write a romantic scene (something she also has never experienced). Her busy life as an elementary art teacher in New York City leaves her with limited funds and time.

When her best friend’s mother offers to let Sadie spend the summer at her South Carolina beach duplex, Sadie jumps at the chance. The peace and quiet should help her concentrate. Sadie doesn’t expect to find a brooding, single, and very handsome neighbor. Nor does she anticipate the consequences of putting up a little library.

When she makes a bargain with her neighbor to help her solve a mystery in exchange for acting as his plus one at a wedding, life gets even more interesting. And distracting. With deadlines looming, Sadie decides to model her novel proposal on her real-life escapades.

The Hero

Sam Ford escapes to an island duplex to get away from the looming wedding of his ex-girlfriend to his best friend. Although a year has passed since Sam discovered the two making out on his living room couch, their relationship stings. He hopes the distance from friends and family will give him space to sort out his feelings.

When a noisy neighbor moves in next door, Sam doesn’t know what to think. But the more he gets to know Sadie, the more he appreciates her quirky habits and sunny personality. Maybe it’s time to consider dating again.

But everyone knows the course of true love doesn’t run straight or easy. Will Sam and Sadie find a way to work out their differences and build a solid relationship that will stand the test of time?

What I Loved About this Book

Hunter’s sweet beach romance about writing a romance has all the requisite elements—including epigraphs at the start of each chapter on how to write a romance. The writer in me loved the lesson on romance writing, while the reader in me loved the little library. Of course, anyone who loves a sweet romance with a slow burn will love Sam and Sadie’s story.

Readers will relate to the barriers to true love—family of origin, past relationships, and long-distance dating. Fans of Emma St. Clair and Irene Hannon will enjoy A Novel Proposal. ...more "

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