by Candis Terry
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Genres: Contemporary Romance
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The men in Texas are hard to resist . . .Seattle event planner Allison Lane is an expert at delivering the perfect wedding—even if she might not exactly believe in the whole "'til death do us part" thing. When her father decides to tie the knot with a woman he barely knows, Allison heads to Sweet, Texas, to make sure his new honey is the real deal. What she didn't expect to find at the local honky-tonk was a sexy Southern man as bent on charming her pants off as he is on blowing her "true love doesn't exist" theory all to hell. And they always promise . . .Veterinarian, former Marine, and Sweet's favorite playboy Jesse Wilder takes one look at Allison and knows she's a handful of trouble he can't deny. But even after a sizzling kiss and obvious mutual attraction, it seems Allison has no such problem. When Jesse uncovers her sweet side, can he crush his playboy image, melt her cynical heart, and change her mind about taking a trip down the aisle? Something sweeter
It was fun returning to the small-town of Sweet, Texas in Candis Terry’s third book Something Sweeter. We met veterinarian and former Marine Jesse Wilder in the previous two novels and I could not wait for his story. Fans of small-towns, families and sweet romances will adore the Sweet, Texas series and the Wilder brothers.
Five reasons to grab an iced coffee and curl up with Something Sweeter:
1. Brothers. The Wilder brothers are good men who are smexy, former Marines, and good to their Momma. The Wilder family is delightful. They are true Texans who love their football and country. They are far from perfect, but they have strong morals and family ties. I love the banter, teasing and concern they express for each other.
2. Sweet, Texas. This small-town is charming. Neighbors step up and help when needed and Terry had me longing to pack my bags. This town is quaint, where everyone knows each other and while folks might spread rumors like wildfire, they are quick to protect their own.
3. Characters. Terry creates characters that wrap around your heart. Jess Wilder loves his family, and chokes-up when an animal is abused or neglected. The man is good with his hands and easy on the eyes. He has put the happiness of his family first and despite rumors that he is a ladies’ man and the truth is he works long hours, takes care of his family and spends his nights sleeping with his pets. Can I just say, “I adored him?” Allison Lane arrived in Sweet, Texas to meet the woman her father intends to marry. Her own opinions of marriage have been tarnished by her rocky childhood and her mother’s bevy of ex-husbands. Previous characters and couples are present, and it was delightful getting updates and seeing them all interact.
4. Something Sweeter is a feel-good, slow-building romance that begins with attraction and good intentions. Jesse is attracted to little firecracker Allison, but also considers her hands-off since her father is marrying his Mom. Her cynical views of marriage and true love have him trying to change her mind, and he enlists folks in town to help. The tale was sweet, with magic romantic moments. The romance built slowly from stolen kisses to holding hands. Both Jesse and Allison learned lessons, and see growth as they find something special.
5. Perfectly paced with realistic angst, and adult responses make this the perfect escape. I find that when I read Terry’s novels I lose track of time. While some of the tropes are familiar, and the issues that arise to keep Allison in town longer made me laugh she makes her characters come to life. I swoon, giggle, blush and even though I know my HEA will come it is a joy to see how it all come together.
Something Sweeter was another excellent addition to the Sweet, Texas series, and I cannot wait to return with Sweet Surprise in 2015. Fans of Robyn Carr and Bella Andre will enjoy this series. The sexual tension, and build up will make your heart flutter the heat is tame, making this perfect for a large audience.
Lauren
I adore Texas settings and I’m a sucker for Southern guys so I obviously need to get my hands on this! I’m glad to hear the romance is slow building. I’m pretty sure I’m going to be swooning big time over Jesse, who could resist a man who loves animals? Lovely review!
kimbacaffeinate
Yes, you do Lauren, this is such a fun, feel good make you smile series 🙂
Tyler H Jolley
There must be something in the blogger air because I’ve seen Something Sweeter everywhere lately. Great review, Kimba, I’m adding it to my TBR list!
kimbacaffeinate
New release and summer tends to draw us to romances.
Lark
Kimba, you keep dangling these tempting new series under my nose. Don’t you know I can’t resist? Aaaaand. . . onto my TBR list they go!
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These are fun Lark…enjoy!
Candace
I really love when books makes you lose track of time. I remember your reviews of the previous books and really love the sound of this small town. So glad you loved it!
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This is a totally feel good series where you laugh, swoon and want more 🙂
Vilia
I was hoping to get to this one for the COYER challenge but it got temporarily buried in favour of Then Came You by Jill Shalvis. Too many books, too little time.
kimbacaffeinate
Ooo I hope that was a good read too Vilia. Add this to your wishlist for sure!
Paij Slater
I have not heard of this series. I love, love, love this cover!
kimbacaffeinate
I completely agree Paiij.
Michelle
Aww… Sounds like a sweet read. That cover really caught my attention. Will be hunting for the books!
kimbacaffeinate
Enjoy Michelle 🙂
ShootingStarsMag
I don’t know if this would be the right fit for me, but I do like a slow-build romance and families (especially siblings) are always fun to read about. 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
Hmm, maybe try book one from the library.
Angela Adams
Thanks for the post…I think I’ll be picking up the series’ previous books, too!
kimbacaffeinate
Enjoy Angela!
Jeann
Yay for a slow building romance and another entry into a series which you adore Kimba! The family aspect of this novel sounds super endearing especially with a marine. Lovely review as always.
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thanks Jeann, these have all provided a wonderful escape that left me smiling
Christy
I absolutely adore the cover of this book. I was going to grab it, but didn’t feel like reading the 1st 2 in time to review this one. I know I probably didn’t need to, but you know how I am. I’ll still read them in my own sweet time. <— ahahaha
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They are all good Christy. Watch for sales and snag them all!!
Kris
I loved this book and agree with everything you said! The characters and town are wonderful. I lost track of time reading SOMETHING SWEETER 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
I am so glad to hear you had a similar experience Kris. The entire series had left me smiling 🙂
Melissa (Books and Things)
I like the sound of this series. The more you talk about them, the more I want to read them! 🙂 This may be the only place in TX I would willingly move to! LOL
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You should grab them Melissa..perfect feel good reads!
blodeuedd
The cover is uber cute 😀
kimbacaffeinate
Yes 🙂
Sharlene Wegner
I read the first book in the series & loved it! I have the 2nd one at home & really need to get to that & now this 3rd book! Thanks for the great review!
kimbacaffeinate
Ooo enjoy Sharlene!
kindlemom1
Okay I don’t know why but I freaking love the cover on this. For some reason it is just grabbing me today.
This sounds like the perfect summer read!
kimbacaffeinate
I do too Ali, even though it’s been used on several covers the color and feel is just right
Jenea
Well, this sounds delightful and so sweet. I’m glad that you enjoyed it. 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
thanks Jenea. I had a good time with this 🙂
Laurel-Rain Snow
I love books in cozy settings with characters that “wrap around your heart.” You have piqued my interest with this one. Thanks for sharing.
kimbacaffeinate
sweet, I hope you try this Laurel
Braine
I read a book I hers from another series where they have a pastry shop or something and that ones good too! I love the down home feel of her books and she always have family love/drama/issues mixed with her stories. I love those kinds of story, totally relatable to me! Happy weekend!
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Pastry shop? hmmm damn Braine Now I need to go find it!
Bea
I like sweet romances but this sounds like it wouldn’t be my cup of tea. Sweet, Texas sounds too sweet and I have issues around step-siblings getting involved. Yeah, yeah, they’re not siblings yet but they will be. Eeeeew. Pity, cuz Jess sounds awesome. Maybe I’ll try a different book in the series,
kimbacaffeinate
Hmm, I think if the parents weren’t in their 60-70’s I might have an issue. The fact that they are all adults didn’t give me that eeew. Jess was wonderful.
Bea
Yeah, I get what your saying but I have a thing about siblings of any variety getting involved. It just creeps me right out. But it’s pretty awesome that the secondary romance is a couple in their 60-70s, I love that.
Debbie Haupt
Oh Kimba, my aching tbr pile does NOT thank you 🙂
hmm, small town, brothers and slow burning romance wowza that’s what I’m talkin about!!!
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Exactly Debbie!
Carmel
I’m not sure why, but I just love books that are set in Texas, and I feel like I’ve struck gold by discovering a whole series that features that local. Adding these to my summer reading list! Have a fab weekend, Kimberly!
kimbacaffeinate
I love the setting too Carmel, and this is the perfect read between the UF we love
Quinn
I cannot get enough romance books lately, and I’m always a sucker for small town romances.
I actually think I have one of these books (not this one) at home. Someone sent it to me, but I have never read anything by Candis Terry so I didn’t rush to read it. I’m thinking I need to remedy that right now. I think I have the first book. Is that as adorable as this one sounds?
kimbacaffeinate
This series was my first go with her Quinn. Go home and dig it out.
Nick
So many of my blogger friends enjoyed this book, Kim! I seriously need to give this series a shot. I love that Jesse gets upset when animals are abused. Gotta love a man who understands the pain of animal! 🙂
The characters sound all too lovely! I’ll add this to my to-consider list, Kim! Lovely review!
kimbacaffeinate
These are sweet Nick, and it’s nice to read about good guys 🙂
Silvia
I love each and every reason of yours to grab an iced coffee and curl up with this book. So, where does this lead?… Great job, Kimberly! 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
hahaha. *eyes tbr pile*
Tanja
Well I actually need only one of these five to enjoy the story to some extend, but having all five seems perfect for me. I’m so glad you enjoyed it and I can see why. Great review, Kim 🙂
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Thanks Tanja 🙂
Franny
I love when a book is perfectly paced, and this story seems to have the right amount of elements to make it an enjoyable read. Fabulous review, Kimberly!
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Thanks Franny, this series has been delightful
Livia
Sounds like a fun read, though I’ll admit I’m more of a hot-read kind of lover than the sweet, more like fluffy romance 😀 The characters point does stir my interest enough to want to give it a try.
kimbacaffeinate
Thanks Livia.I like hot too, but love mixing in these small-town swoons