Valentines Day might be over, but many people are still celebrating the romantic holiday over the weekend - and beyond! Romance lovers tend to gravitate toward romantic movies and books year round. Though I'm not a romance writer, I do enjoy weaving some romance into my books from time to time.
In my novel, Better than Perfect, my main character Karlie doesn't have much time for romance in her crazy life. That doesn't stop her from meeting not one, but two romantic interests. Though this might sound like a love triangle situation, that isn't so! There is much more to Karlie's life than finding the perfect date. Most of her time is spent supporting an elderly neighbor who has custody of her juvenile delinquent twin grandsons. For Karlie, community and friendship are far more important than having a boyfriend, and when she's forced to choose between having fun or helping a neighbor, she decides to do the right thing even when it breaks her heart.
Here's what a few reviewers have to say about Better than Perfect:
There are so many important life lessons in this story.....it shows you that life isn't always pieced together perfectly, and that's okay. It's how we deal with those curves that life throws at us that define who we are. If you are looking for a feel good read with a cute little romance this is your book. I loved it! ~ Amazon Customer
Family is family. Love is love, no matter how that is defined by you. This was a really enjoyable way to spend a day. I could hardly put it down. It progresses nicely without seeming to "push" too much. I loved the reminders in here that you don't have to be blood to be family and that what we thought was what we wanted isn't what's best for us or even really what we wanted in the long run. I will more than likely reread this...and I already can't wait. ~ C. Sullivan
If this looks like a book you might like to try, it can be found on Amazon and at several other online retailers in both ebook and paperback format.
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Sounds like a pretty interesting read that focuses more on the personality of the character than just on the love story.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Erika. You're right. It's more about family and stepping up to help a friend in need. With a little love on the side, of course!
DeleteA story always resonates when there's more than meets the eye.
ReplyDeleteThat's true! I love a story with hidden depths. That's why I gravitate more toward women's fiction than straight romance, though I do love a good romance story too.
DeleteI've been meaning to read this story for some time. I've always liked the concept of the story. Plus, I need to read more love stories in general. Nice reviews. Nice post.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Toi. It's different from the other books I've read, but I think it's my favorite out of all the stories I've written.
DeleteThis sounds like an amazing book. Love the concept.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Cindy. I enjoyed writing this story!
DeleteGreat concept! Thank you for sharing your book with us Tricia!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ruth! It was fun to share this today, since Valentines Day (and love) is still in the air!
DeleteAnother great follow-up to Valentine's Day, Tricia. Good luck with the new novel!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Joe. The cover definitely has a Valentine look, doesn't it?
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