Review: The Perfect Beach Read!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 11, 2013
Find this review and more at Lusty Penguin Reviews!Cooking and romance make the perfect dish in Christine Warner's Bachelor's Special. A captivating opening scene draws the reader into this delightful romance with engaging characters.Jill Adgate's dreams of being an executive chef are dashed after she gets caught kissing a client, Chet Castle, and is fired. A year later, a blind date reunites Jill and Chet. Chet hasn't stopped thinking about her, and during their date, he offers her a position as a personal chef and caterer for the summer. With Jill's finances in shambles, she accepts Chet's offer and wonders if she can survive the summer because she hasn't stopped thinking about him either. Jill is an entertaining character because of her passion for food and her personal style of dressing in vintage '50s clothing. Chet has a secret agenda, though, seduce the cook. When Jill finally explains what happened to her career after their kiss, Chet realizes his plans to bed Jill makes him worse than the other chefs that have taken advantage of her. Chet decides to change course and determines that they will become friends instead. Chet's change of heart toward his plans made me fall in love with him. Having Jill and Chet watch movies together and share meals allows these characters the opportunity to become friends. Their witty banter provides many laugh-out-loud moments. Nevertheless, Jill and Chet are always fighting the sexual chemistry that sizzles between them. When the finally admit that they want each other, their intimate scene is scorching hot. But, when Chet thinks that Jill has duped him, he says the most hurtful thing and ends their relationship. However, the length Chet goes to in order to prove his love and to get Jill back is heartwarming.Bachelor's Special is a fast-paced, sweet, and memorable romance that is the perfect summer beach read.I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review, and all conclusions are my own responsibility.