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Soul of Romance…
I am often
inclined to indulge in a hot bubble bath, scented candles, a glass of wine and a
juicy romance novel. I am transported to Caribbean islands, snow covered mountain
retreats, bright lights of a busy city or my dream home in one of my favorite
places. My imagination is my only
limitation. There is nothing like
losing ones self in unique and exotic locations as you live vicariously through
the female character’s adventure as she finds love and the Soul
of Romance… Almost
10 years ago I discovered to my amazement, an African-American romance novel in
the local K-Mart. As an avid reader of romance novels, for well over 20 years,
it was a beautiful discovery. Finally
romance novels that portrayed romance and love about and for African-Americans.
The characters looked like me, spoke like me and they loved like
African-Americans. So each month,
The Imani Book Club will entice you with a selected African-American romance
novel in hopes that you will indulge in the Soul
of Romance…
Model Perfect Passion
by Melanie Schuster
Brief Description: Billie Phillips's beauty has made her a household
name, but she's ready to quit the world of modeling and pursue her real dream of
flipping houses. All she needs is the help of one of Chicago's leading real
estate moguls—a man who heats up her daydreams but vows never to surrender his
heart.… Excerpt:
Imani Book Club Review: 3.5 Billie Phillips has made her living as a high priced model and after earning the money she wanted she is ready to follow her dream to refurbish homes and sell them for a profit. Not one to rest on her beauty, she wants to meet Jason Wainwright, who is at the top of his game in the housing industry and a contact with him could really set her new career on fire. However, when they first meet Billie realizes she should have heeded her family's warning about his playboy ways. Jason Wainwright is a self-proclaim love 'em and leave 'em expert. When you see the blue Tiffany box, know your time is up with the playboy. Until he meets Billie. After one disasterous date he finds himself wanting to make a better impression on Billie. With a slow start the couple comes together in mutual respect and mutual lust. Jason can no longer hold onto the bachelor for life banner, but when a past statement comes to light, will he be able to win Billie back? Schuster has written a sweet love story with just enough heat to keep you tingly all over. The couple, although, different had enough in common to make their relationship work. Good pacing and delightful best describes this romance.
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