one was a surprise gem for me, With Carr, I know Im always going to get a cozy, warm, small town feel, and she didnt disappoint.
The secondary characters and the town itself were the in this story for me, I loved how the author wove them into the story, and how each person contributed to the heroines transition.
I admit that I was a bit skeptical when I started Swept Away Jennifer is distant and unemotional at first but I think her journey of selfdiscovery was even more of a draw for me than the romance.
I thought Carrs style felt a bit like Nora Roberts at times with a strong suspense element always looming.
As usual, it wouldnt be a Carr book without a little soap opera drama, but I enjoyed experiencing how Jennifer realizes what matters the most in life.
My only complaint is that I thought the ending was a bit abrupt, I did enjoy the small epilogue though, so Im giving it,stars. I recommend this book for both romance and womens fiction readers, I enjoy this book it was light and it did have some angst but not a heartwrenching one so it is great for a summer read.
the characters were great, the story takes you to different places from glamour to a very beautiful small town that welcomes Jennifer like she never expected.
she thought her new life was going to be hard especially since she needs to hide low after so many strange things happened to put her life in danger.
I love the way Robyn takes us in this amazing journey, I didn't expect how this book was going to turn but I love it, every scenario and character made this book way more intriguing.
Alex's character at first was a mystery but with time we get to meet him and his wonderful heart.
The only part that I had a little trouble with, was when Alex was really mad, I thought Jennifer was going to make him work harder for her forgiveness, the things he said were not light on the heart and I felt like she forgives him too soon, other than that it was great.
I really disliked Jennifer in the beginning, but her character transformation was well done, Alex was the good guy hero I never tire of, As with all Carr books, the lively secondary characters and unique setting made it a delightful read.
A very enjoyable read. It could have been a smidge more suspenseful but overall I liked it, Robyn Carr did not disappoint with this one, While quite a bit of a different story than I'm used to reading by Carr, it was an enjoyable read.
It contained a slight air of suspense which was an unexpected yet pleasant surprise, Thoroughly enjoyed this contemporary romance that reminded me a lot of the first books in the Virgin River series except substitute Jack's Bar with the diner.
: Nicely written and the characters kept me interested, Plenty of side characters that complemented the story nicely like Virgin River, It did have a feel of chiclit, but I did not mind that at all, Again, it was a nice story, there was a nice romance and it was you guessed it nicely written.
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The setting is Boulder City, Nevada, just outside of Las Vegas, Robyn Carr rarely disappoints. Wasn't fond of the life Jennifer had when the book first started, but this was about change and finding out what is really important.
Jennifer didn't have many friends or appreciate the simple things in life until she was forced to.
Loved the friendships and the romance! Alex was a normal guy, no yacht or millions to his name, but their feelings for each other were so very genuine and passionate!
Hated Sylvia, Hedda's mother! She was a piece of work!
I am having a wonderful time going through Robyn Carrs books.
I do like this one, . ,reinventing a life. Robyn Carrs books are like old friends to me, I love the cadence, the narration, the storylines, Going in I know exactly what I am going to get a wholesome romance with well rounded characters.
That is exactly what I got with Swept Away, Jen is a professional mistress until she witnesses something unsettling and runs for her life, She makes a new life with some wonderful friends,
Friends are something new for her and its plain to see that she needs them as much as they need her.
I loved the town Robyn creates, she has a knack for that making you want to live in these places she creates with these neighbours you wish were real.
the narration by Therese Plummer is amazing how she can be a soothing female voice then a young girl, to a man to an elderly gentleman is a mystery and a wonderful talent.
I just adore her.
Previously Published as sitelinkRunaway Mistress
Jennifer Chaise, the mistress of a highflying businessman, witness something in their Las Vegas hotel room that put her in danger.
She flee, and hide out in a small Nevada town, Working as a waitress in the local diner, she finds herself enjoying her simple new life, friends, sense of community and purpose.
But her past is about to catch up with her, . .
I liked this story a lot,
If you enjoyed this one, you may like sitelinkDeath Angel, sitelinkAin't She Sweet.
"Runaway Mistress" is a terrible title, so I went into this with low expectations, To my surprise, I just loved it, The story has elements of "Sister Act" and "Sleeping with the Enemy, "
Jennifer Chaise has spent her youth living the glamorous, jet set life of girlfriendontheside for a series of wealthy, marrried men.
This seems sleazy, but her background and kindhearted personality make you like her anyway, On vacation in Vegas, she witnesses her current shady boyfriend commit a terrible crime and is terrified that he'll try to silence her.
Jennifer flees to a small town, changes her name and radically alters her appearance, She gets a job as a waitress at the local diner and is soon charmed by the friendly locals and this completely different way of living.
But will her past destroy the new life she is building
This book had vivid and interesting characters, nice friendships, and a sweet romance.
I didntcare for the melodramatic ending, but overall an aboveaverage chic lit offering, I picked this book up hoping it was an easy read to take my mind off of wedding planning, but I found out that I'd rather read it than flip through a bridal magazine! Very entertaining and for some reason you feel yourself relating to the characters in this book.
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