Customer Reviews:
Best Blaze ever!.......2007-06-01
I had never read Kent before, so I don't know if she is always this great, but this one kept me up until nearly 3 am to finish it (and I'm one who loves my sleep! ;)
It's a friends-to-lovers plot, which is admittedly a favorite theme of mine, and it is so much better written than a lot of Blazes I've tried. Not that they are *bad*, but in general they are light, uncomplicated reads for me when I'm in the mood for a quickie.
This one had a lot of depth to the characters, and Kent is amazing at getting into both of their heads and hearts. She is a very descriptive writer, and whether it's about a touch or a glance, or even an outfit or the weather, she makes it feel real.
Then there is the sex - whoa, boy! I read Blazes for the steamy action, but Kent's love scenes are the hottest I have read outside the erotica genre. And there is also the tenderness present that you would hope to see in two lovers who are also friends, which makes it extra nice.
And I never thought I would say this about a Blaze, but this one made me tear up! Things get really emotional between the h&h, because he is the first to admit he is in love and she is the one who has a hard time dealing with her feelings. That's a nice change of pace from the usual "guy can't commit" plotline, and Kent had me agonizing for the poor fella!
It's just so, so, so good! Please give it a try :)
back of book description.......2003-10-07
She'd made a deal with the devil.... and he took her to heaven. ** Chloe Zuniga, VP of gIRL-gEAR cosmetics and accessories divisions, needed a man to save her reputation- even though her enjoyment of the opposite sex and her potty mouth was what got her into trouble in the first place. Her old friend Eric Haydon agreed to be her "steady date" for three company events- if she granted him three wishes. ** Eric just knew that he and Chloe were going to be lovers sooner or later. He simply had to figure out when and how. And once he'd done that, there was nothing left to wish for... except Chloe's heart along with her body.
Better than the first one, All Tied Up.......2002-04-12
I cannot stress this enough. Its better than the first part, All Tied Up, since this author is concentrating on the stories of girl gear. This is one of the best Blaze novels I've read so far. Well, this one and Body Contact,31.
Delicious! -- Very highly recommended.......2002-03-09
In ALL TIED UP, Macy Webb begins this adventuresome series with a scavenger hunt when she gathers the other partners of gIRL-gEAR and some male friends for "game night." Present are Chloe Zuniga and Eric Hayden, who teamed up for the scavenger hunt. Now Macy's scavenger hunt is having repercussions she never even imagined for Chloe and Eric.
In Chloe's experience, men "preferred their women on a pedestal, between the sheets, or three paces behind." But what she wants is a connection, a bond, a sense of completion, and, of course, great sex. Although she doesn't want a relationship with him, Eric does convey a hint of the sophisticated, cultured movie star finesse of her fantasies. He proved himself during the month they spent on the scavenger hunt, when Chloe and Eric shared meals, movies, and fun, not to mention one soul-stirring kiss. Although they've not spent time together since the conclusion of the scavenger hunt, Chloe turns to Eric. Her potty mouth and bad girl reputation has her in trouble with the partners of gIRL-gEAR, and Chloe needs Eric's help with her pro-active, career-saving strategy. She needs an escort.
A month of Chloe's company proved to Eric that she is simply covering her vulnerability with her big, bad attitude. Even though he does not envision a future with Chloe, he still does not appreciate her turning him down for dating. Now she needs an "escort" to official business functions. Eric does not want to become Chloe's arm candy, but if it gets him what he wants, he'll compromise. She needs a date to three major functions. In return he wants three dates - kind of like three wishes. Her only condition is that the possibility of sex out is of the equation. From a girl who's been through sixteen men since the beginning of the year, and it is only April, Eric demands a lot. He gives even more, and that scares the hell out of Chloe.
Once again Alison Kent presents a dynamic romance certain to curl readers' toes with NO STRINGS ATTACHED. Kent has a gift for bring her prose a sense of immediacy, with descriptions that keep the pulse racing. Chloe's calculated manipulations of the male species backfires in the most wonderful of ways when it comes to Eric. He's the only man who's ever managed to look beyond her sexy blond appearance to the brains, beyond her negative attitude, and still understand her desire for chivalry. Eric may not be Cary Grant, but he matches Chloe's passion, energy and stamina. This battle of the sexes will delight, tantalize and entertain with Kent's indomitable style. Delicious! Very highly recommended.
Book Description
Samantha Brady's to-do list is simple . . .
Sell her novel, have a baby and find the man of her dreams -- though not necessarily in that order. Trouble is, she has writer's block, hasn't had a date in months and lives platonically with her best friend, Jack Turner, the only man who has ever met her Prince Charming criteria.
She and Jack have always avoided romantic entanglements of any kind, especially with each other. No strings. No fuss. No heartaches. Until one night of too much wine and too few inhibitions takes their friendship to a whole new level.
Sam's to-do list -- and her life -- are turned completely upside down. She's realized she wouldn't mind a "string" or two -- but is she too late to keep her perfect guy from walking out the door?
Customer Reviews:
No Strings Attached.......2007-01-08
Samantha Brady is a struggling writer and she lives with her best friend, Jack Turner, in New York City. Recently Samantha has decided that she wants to have a baby. She doesn't have a boyfriend right now and although she has always been secretly attracted to Jack, he is not an option since they are just good friends. Jack thinks Samantha having a baby is a bad idea considering her situation, but he supports her as best he can.
While heading back from a trip visiting Samantha's family, a sudden storm has Jack and Samantha spending the night at a motel. Close quarters, too much whiskey and the night is spent in each other's arms. Sleeping together changes everything and soon Jack and Samantha are drifting apart. Then Samantha discovers a very welcome surprise as the result of their passionate night.
When Jack discovers Samantha's secret he intends to do the honorable thing, but Samantha is convinced that Jack really wants a woman with no strings attached. Jack will have to prove her wrong before he loses everything.
No Strings Attached is a very emotional story. I really felt for Samantha. At times, I was angry at Jack for being so blind to their relationship. I really liked Jack and Samantha as characters and I was whole heartedly rooting for them the whole time but, I also felt that since they knew each other really well, their misunderstandings and assumptions were out of character; Samantha's family and her best friend Patty are not very endearing characters either. No Strings Attached has many heart warming and touching moments as well as a happily ever after ending, but the journey to happiness had too much angst for me.
Nannette
Reviewed for Joyfully Reviewed
"Men are pigs not frogs" .......2006-01-11
`No Strings Attached' by Mille Criswell modern day romance that explores heartache, pregnancy and friendship. Sam and Jack have been friends since they were little kids and they have been living together as friends for six years until everything changes. This has a similar story as `Don't Even Think About It'
by Lauren Henderson but with less misery.
Unrealistic dialogue.......2005-11-05
I really wanted to like this book. I have read other books by this author and have enjoyed them, but I cannot get past the dialogue. People just don't converse like that in real-life America.
Cute.......2005-11-01
I had never read Millie Criswell before, but this looked cute. I had it for a while before I actually read it. Glad i finally got around to it. This was a cute story and I liked it. It had a serious plot to it, but it was kept lighter so it stayed a fun story. I enjoyed it and am looking into other books by this author.
More than just a romance novel.......2005-09-19
Samantha Brady has seen limited success in her career as a writer (as well as a series of dead end jobs to supplement her income). She is still waiting to sell that great American novel. When she decides she wants a baby but not a hubby, she signs up for in-vitro with no success. Her best friend and roommate, Jack thinks she is crazy, but supports her decision.
Everyone thinks that the two belong together. But neither wants to do anything to jeopardize the long-standing friendship, so they do not act on their feelings. Jack, having a horrible home life as a child found refuge at the Brady house, and became a surrogate son to her parents. But a drunken night of passion with Jack results in pregnancy.
Keeping the truth from Jack since he does not want marriage or a family, the two drift apart as neither of them can get over the new direction that their relationship has taken. Now estranged, Jack and Samantha try to move on, with Samantha preparing for motherhood, and Jack continuing his womanizing ways, all the while realizing that Samantha is what he wants. But will she trust that he loves her as opposed to feeling obligated due to the child she is carrying? The reaction of the family rings true - especially the reaction of a very conservative father coming to terms with his perfect princess growing into a woman.
There is also a secondary romance with Samantha's former NFL player brother and his mousy girlfriend who must have a makeover in order to jumpstart his feelings.
Overall, it is a cute story about finding love in the oddest of places - in the arms your best friend. But it is more than a romance; there is also the well-written, poignant and alienated relationship between Jack and his parents. Criswell just keeps getting better.
Book Description
Who doesnt want to know how Babe, that incredible talking sheep-corralling pig, works? Or how metal and latex foam are sculpted and molded to create realistic skina humans, a dragons, a gorillas? And exactly how did a wisecracking frog named Kermit spawn a slew of monsters? No Strings Attached takes readers behind the scenes at Jim Hensons incredible animatronics factory, with secrets revealed firsthand, fully illustrated in gorgeous color. The people who imagine, design, construct, and operate those wonderful film characters, from Babe the pig to the puppies in 101 Dalmatians to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, explain step by step how artistry and technology combine to take your breath away onscreen. This is a book to delight the entire family, for movie-goers and film buffs alike. It show us how the movie magic we love is incredibly accomplished. Gene Brown, editor of the New York Times Encyclopedia of Film, says, No Strings Attached is a book people will be compelled to open up. Its a big, juicy, affectionate look at the adorable, sometimes eerie creatures that populate our culture via the big screen and that amaze us all.Matt Bacon has written on film and technology for magazines including Wired and Focus. He lives in London.
Customer Reviews:
What can I say? It was great!.......1999-12-04
If you're a fan of Henson's work you'll absolutely die for this book! It's got great coverage over his past movies to 91. Some include The Dark Crystal, The great muppet Caper, and my personal favorite: THe Labyrinth!
awsome!!!!!!!.......1999-04-25
This book is great if you want to learn more about the movies that the creature workshop did instead of Jim Henson. Although it does talk alot about him it's more about the workshop he created and left behind. It's a grest book if you love Jim Henson's work and I do !Get it it's great!
Jim Henson {Fraggle} Rocks!.......1998-03-26
Since skipping school to go and watch 'Labyrinth'. I've been fascinated with animatronics. The creatures produced both during and after Jim Henson have been both imaginative and captivating. 'No Strings Attached' is a wonderful book of mechanical invention, artistry and imagination. Being someone who loves to watch 'The making of..' specials on TV whenever a new special-effects blockbuster comes out, I found this book catered to my 'Wow! How did they do that?' curiosity. I am a great fan of puppetry but I am a biased fan of Jim Henson...if you buy this book, turn to page 112, the girl kneeling on one knee on the bottom right corner is yours truly!
Brilliant look into the movie puppeteers work.......1998-01-03
An outstanding piece of work, beyond overdue, but worth the wait. This beautifully presented, comprehensive book covers "Jim Henson's Creature Shop's" work from its very inception, including such Fantasy films as `The Dark Crystal' and `Labyrinth,'right up to their most recent stunningly realistic contributions in `Babe,' `101Dalmatians,' and `Buddy.' Includes glorious full colour photographs of whathappened behind-the-scenes, and plenty of anecdotes from the people who were thereexplaining the evolution of ideas into finished product.
Any fan of the legendary Jim Henson, of puppeteering, animatronics, or any kind ofSpecial Effects would love - and be enthralled by - the hundreds of never-before-seenphotographs of the masters of their craft creating their wonderful characters, and athow the late Jim Henson's influence even now instills the performers andcraftspeople with the drive to be nothing less than the best at what they do.
I so dearly wanted to meet Jim one day; this book may be the closest I'll get. Still, Imay be fortunate enough to instead meet his son Brian, who has taken over from hisfather admirably.
I wholeheartedly recommend this book. It will be an inspiration to all who read it.
Product Description
If a MAN can have his cake and eat it, Felice can too! Here's one woman who has no problem being the "other woman" and then telling her flavor of the week, hit the road Jack, Jermaine or Tyrone. Felice Jackson is sexy, single and satisfied—or so she claims. She is an affluent, thirty-something entrepreneur who is partial owner of the successful firm Jackson and Jackson Financial Consultants. The only problem is her on-going sexual relationship with her ex-husband and business partner, Bedford Jackson. After several years of marriage, she walks in to find her beloved husband with another woman. Then she meets Aaron Cane a smart, charming and sexy basketball player. Felice believes Aaron to be the answer to her prayers. The relationship is just what she needs until... Felice is disgusted with men, but not enough to shut them out of her life physically. Felice enjoys the touch, smell, and taste of men too much to deprive herself. Instead she decides to call the shots in relationships. If a man can do it, Felice can too! Felice enjoys her no-strings-attached creed. Until her secretive past collides with her present.
Customer Reviews:
love'm and leave'm.......2007-06-11
this was a good follow-up to ms.flowers prequel i like this it a page turner and i will be reading more of this authors work the next installment will probaly be about another one of the freinds that i enjoyed reading with a little more twist this author has a way to capture you into her stories with the realistic situation that we as women endower on a day to day bases . unlike the previous story this takes a turn to show how selfish we as women can be . keep up the good skills you have and i will be a fan
Good Read.......2007-01-04
I enjoyed this book and I felt like I knew the characters personally. I can't wait until One Night Stand comes out. If you have not read this book, please do. You will not be disapponted
Great book.......2006-12-18
I read a few of the online reviews before deciding to purchase the book and I was pleased. It was well written and held my attention throughout the entire book. I am looking forward to the sequel.
No Strings Attached by Nancey Flowers:An PeoplewholoveGoodBooks Review.......2005-11-10
Felice Jackson is successful, beautiful, and intelligent but is unlucky in love. After catching her husband ( and business partner) in bed with their secretary, she is afraid to love again until she meets Aaron Crane, a basketball player who sweeps her off her feet and with whom she allows herself to fall in love with....that is until the shocking and unexpected truth comes out. Tired of men and their lies, Felice decides to change her approach and develops a new attitude. She sees nothing wrong with sleeping with 4 or 5 men at a time with "no strings attached". Meanwhile her best friend Sylvah is dealing with the breakup of her 20-year marriage, so in celebration of Sylvah's birthday, Felice, Sylvah, and their other 2 closest friends, Candace and Alana decide to take a trip to Jamaica to get their "grooves" back.
It is then that their lives begin to travel on an unexpected path, Candace makes a mistake that may cost her everything and the ladies begin to see Alana for who and what she truly is as she allows her jealousy of Candace to show the real "Alana". Sylvah decides to embark on relationships with not one but two men: much younger but successful Jason and handsome but white Hunter. After tragedy strikes, Sylvah must decide which direction her life will go. After suffering recurrent nightmares, Felice's past begins to catch up with her and all of her skeletons begin to fall out of the closet as shocking secrets come to light.
No Strings Attached is one of those stories that will have you thinking long after you put it down, it's a wonderful story about friendship, forgiveness, and self-redemption as Felice not only learns to forgive those who have hurt her but also herself. It is a must-read, as it is a page-turner from beginning to end. The ending leaves the door open for a sequel as this is only the beginning for Candace and her story will continue in "One Night Stand", can't wait to see what happens next!!! Reviewed by Shay C of PeoplewholoveGoodBooks
A Woman After My Own Heart.......2005-11-10
First let me say kudos to Ms. Flowers for writing such an endearing book. As I was reading this book, I just knew that she must've been peeking into my world. I happen to be newly single and I'm out and about dating and my new motto is "No String's Attached." However, my husband is not my business partner and I didn't catch him sleeping with my secretary. I probably would have killed him if I were in Felice's shoes.
Nonetheless, No Strings Attached is a witty book full of humor and real life situations. I can't say the amount of times I reflected and saw myself in the main character Felice's shoes. The chapter titles had me laughing out loud and the dating scenarios of Felice will keep you turning the pages. The other character Sylvah was also a trip. She's recently divorced (you'll applaud her for leaving her asinine ex-husband) and finds herself in a love triangle. She has to choose between dating a man that is 13 years her junior and a man who is close to her age, but he's white. In this day and age interracial relationships shouldn't be an issue. However, sometimes it's not just all about you, it's about the people around you and Sylvah has to decide whether love will conquer all in both cases. Eventually she does end up with one, but I won't say.
Then there are Felice's other two good friends, sweet and shy Candace, that is until she goes to Jamaica and her world begins to fall apart and Alana. Now that chick has problems, but we all know someone just like her, even if she's not in our circle. Most people try to stay away from folk like Alana, but she added a good mixture to the book.
I truly enjoyed this book and can't wait to read the sequel One Night Stand the previous book, Shattered Vessels. Ms. Flowers keep up the good work. You are definitely doing your thang!
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- For those who like to play the songs...
- Definate plus for players
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Binding: Paperback
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Product Description
The album-matching folio to 'N Sync's second album, topped the Billboard charts at #1 and went multi-platinum after only one week. Titles are: Bringin' Da Noise, Bye Bye Bye, Digital Get Down, I Thought She Knew, I'll Be Good for You, It Makes Me Ill, It's Gonna Be Me, Just Got Paid, No Strings Attached, Space Cowboy (Yippie-Yi-Yay), That's When I'll Stop Loving You, This I Promise You.
Customer Reviews:
For those who like to play the songs..........2002-01-08
I love this book, because it makes it much easier for me to sit at home at the piano and pick out the notes for the songs.
It gives the piano notes, guitar chords, and lyrics, so you can sit at home and recreate the whole sound...well, as much as you can without the boys.
I definitely recommend this book of sheet music for any *NSYNC fans who like to play the songs off the cd player or cassette player.
Definate plus for players.......2001-12-20
This book is a definate plus for music players. It gives you all the music for their ever so popular songs. I couldn't put it down once I got it. It is a great way to enhance your music skills and learn popular songs at the same time!
Product Description
Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs: A story about generosity.
Book Description
How Many Strings Will Fray Before A Family Business Falls Apart?
Nancy, George, and Bess are going on a vacation to Paris, and Nancy's father pulled a few strings to get the girls some quaint accommodations:
a tiny top-floor flat in a small three-story house on the Ile Saint Louis. The first floor of the building is a puppet theater, museum, and shop, owned by twenty-seven-year-old Mimi Loiseau, who lives on the second floor.
Mimi's great-grandmother had always hinted at a unique family treasure. She died before she could tell Mimi what, or where, it was. Now someone is stealing puppets and vandalizing apartments. Could this someone be looking for the long-lost treasure? Nancy's on the scene just in time to help save Mimi's business -- and to make sure they all get home in one piece!
Book Description
Today, a lot of people say they believe there is a God. But many of them proclaim that salvation comes through endless meditation, striving to fulfill requirements, blindly following self-proclaimed messiahs, or doing dangerous rituals that promise power.
Teens are bombarded with self-help ideologies, climb-the-ladder philosophies, and a "there's no place for misfits" mentality. The produce-or-else mode can easily infiltrate Christianity to the point that people who know they are saved by grace feel that it's totally up to them to make a success of their Christianity.
The fact is, Lorraine Peterson tells teens, that God has grace for:
overcoming temptations.
transforming traumas.
changing our circumstances.
Grace includes all God's goodness and a never-ending supply that offers you:
forgiveness.
eternal life.
the sense of God's favor.
total acceptance.
God's blessing and strength for every situation.
Don't pay a terrible price for ignorance. The all-powerful and loving God is always ready to help you!
Customer Reviews:
Learned everything about Grace from this book!.......2000-07-03
I have been a Christian my whole life but still failed to grasp the concept of God's Grace. This book helps people realize how much God loves them and is cheering for them and only wants them to succeed. Not only that but He'll forgive us in a second. This book illustrates it's points by using stories of people's lives. I could identify with everyone in the book. Lorraine Peterson's book leaves you with a whole new realization of what the word Grace really means and you no longer look at God as the big judge in the sky! You learn how He'll give you everything you need to do anything, and that we never can do anything on our own strength, so there's no need to try! He'll help us. The best inspirational book I've ever read!
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