Between The Pages Book Review - Dream A Little Dream

Dream A Little Dream 

Melinda Curtis 

February 2021 

A small-town judge meets her match in a rodeo star troublemaker, but soon they may both end up targets of the town's matchmakers in this delightful and heartwarming tale of romance. 

Darcy Jones Harper is thrilled to have finally shed her reputation as the girl from the wrong side of the tracks. The people of Sunshine Valley have to respect her now that she’s the new town judge. But when the bad boy who broke her heart back in high school shows up in her courtroom, she realizes maybe things haven’t changed so much after all . . . because her pulse still races at the sight of him.

Jason Petrie wants to make amends for the mistakes of his youth—starting with the woman he never stopped loving. Darcy may not believe that he really intends to quit the bull riding circuit and stick around this time but Jason vows—with the help of the matchmaking Widows Club—to pull out all the stops to convince her that they both deserve a second chance. 

Between The Pages 

Another fun trip to Sunshine Valley. The plot is engaging from beginning to end. Darcy and Jason are great together. The author brings a lot of humour to the story with so many scenes that make you smile and laugh. Stogey is a stinky little star in every scene. The widows rule, and one of the ladies has an itch to scratch. But it is the deceased judge’s voice that sends the laughter off the chart. Another great match made in Sunshine Valley. 

Rating 

4.5 Stars

Book Review - A Very Merry Match

A Very Merry Match 

Melinda Curtis 

September 2020 

The holidays are served up with some spice in this small-town romance featuring a woman who must maintain a secret identity and the man who begins falling for her. 

This Christmas, all Mayor Kevin Hadley wants is to give his five-year-old son whatever his heart desires. Only Tad has fallen head over holly for his pretty, sweet-as-sugarplum teacher. When attraction sparks between Kevin and Mary Margaret, the single dad thinks she may be the answer to his and his son's dreams. But after Mary Margaret reluctantly turns him down, Kevin decides it's time to embark on a new campaign -- one for Mary Margaret's heart. 

Mary Margaret Sneed usually spends her holiday baking and caroling with her students. Yet this year, she's swapped shortbread and sleigh bells for a second job to pay off her late husband's debts. Mary Margaret would love to go tree trimming with Kevin and his son, but she won't risk his political future with her controversial side gig. Only the town's meddling matchmakers have determined there's nothing a little mistletoe can't fix . . . and if the Widows Club has their way, Mary Margaret and Kevin may just get the best Christmas gift of all this year. 

Between The Pages 

Once the Widows Club sets their sights on a couple, there is no turning back. Reading this book will make you smile. The author does a great job of mixing witty dialogue with touching moments. Mary Margaret and Kevin are such a cute couple. Their banter is masterfully written, as is the conflict both characters suffer. Kevin’s decision over the type of wife best suited for his political career made me want to slug him, but he won me over with his dancing and declaration to Mary Margaret. Two of the women in the widows club fighting for the attention of a man was an interesting and fun twist, as were the men following Mary Margaret, and her part-time job. The story takes place during Christmas but can be an enjoyable read any time. Looking forward to revisiting Sunshine Valley. 

Rating 

4.5 Stars