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Summary: Fantastic!
Review: "Blushing Pink" is a fantastic novel. It has believable characters that you actually care about, a great romance and it's written in a friendly style. I got sucked into this book during the first chapter and couldn't put it down until the end (ok, it took two or three sittings, but I didn't WANT to put it down until the end).After I finished this book, it felt as though a good friend had told me the story of Reese and Brian. Jill Winters is a wonderful writer and I will be picking up everything she writes. Do yourself a favor and do the same!
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Summary: FAVORITE BOOK OF THIS YEAR, AND MANY OTHER YEARS!!
Review: ...for the publishers. In the past, I typically never got past page 50 of a poorly written book. But more recently, I seem to seek some sort of self-punishment and continue reading, usually completing the book. If anything, these books are a lesson in how NOT to write. Blushing Pink (I'm still unsure what the title signifies) is a story about an unmotivated PhD student, Reese Brock. She's not only unmotivated, she's uninspired and lacks backbone to stand up to the overbearing, droll Professor Kimble (for whom she's 'ghostwriting' a boring professional book as well as working out her fellowship with) or her cruel teeny-bopper boss at the book store where Reese works part-time. One has hope for Reese. Hope that she'll stand up the those who oppress her; hope she'll find love; hope she'll stand up to her nagging mother; hope she'll finish her dissertation. Afterall, isn't that the point of a story - the heroine should achieve goals and evolve, preferrably in a positive manner? Every time Reese has an 'epiphany', the reader is misled into thinking THIS is the beginning of change for the character -- she'll finally get her act together! But, no, it simply doesn't happen like that. The characters are bland, not quirky and too alike. In fact, both hero and heroine have this habit of spacing out mentally while someone is talking to them, only to be snapped back to attention by the speaker. Speaking of the hero - Brian Doren - I never really understood what exactly he did for a career. That was pretty vague. And exactly what did he see in Reese? There was no spark, no chemistry. The author has a habit of writing filler paragraphs - annoying "skip the details" stuff, in order to mark passages of scenes. Dialogue of each character was too similar, except Reese's father, who merely spouted famous quotes in an annoying manner. I also found editing errors, thus another reason the publishers/editors should be "blushing pink." The romance book industry is a billion dollar a year industry. There are QUALITY romance novels out there, well-written, funny, good chemistry, characterization and engaging plot. I've read and appreciated them. I fail to understand why anything less is published AND purchased. Readers of romance novels need to be more discriminating. It's YOUR money they are taking in and it should be money well-earned.
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Summary: Blushing pink with embarassment....
Review: ...for the publishers. In the past, I typically never got past page 50 of a poorly written book. But more recently, I seem to seek some sort of self-punishment and continue reading, usually completing the book. If anything, these books are a lesson in how NOT to write. Blushing Pink (I'm still unsure what the title signifies) is a story about an unmotivated PhD student, Reese Brock. She's not only unmotivated, she's uninspired and lacks backbone to stand up to the overbearing, droll Professor Kimble (for whom she's 'ghostwriting' a boring professional book as well as working out her fellowship with) or her cruel teeny-bopper boss at the book store where Reese works part-time. One has hope for Reese. Hope that she'll stand up the those who oppress her; hope she'll find love; hope she'll stand up to her nagging mother; hope she'll finish her dissertation. Afterall, isn't that the point of a story - the heroine should achieve goals and evolve, preferrably in a positive manner? Every time Reese has an 'epiphany', the reader is misled into thinking THIS is the beginning of change for the character -- she'll finally get her act together! But, no, it simply doesn't happen like that. The characters are bland, not quirky and too alike. In fact, both hero and heroine have this habit of spacing out mentally while someone is talking to them, only to be snapped back to attention by the speaker. Speaking of the hero - Brian Doren - I never really understood what exactly he did for a career. That was pretty vague. And exactly what did he see in Reese? There was no spark, no chemistry. The author has a habit of writing filler paragraphs - annoying "skip the details" stuff, in order to mark passages of scenes. Dialogue of each character was too similar, except Reese's father, who merely spouted famous quotes in an annoying manner. I also found editing errors, thus another reason the publishers/editors should be "blushing pink." The romance book industry is a billion dollar a year industry. There are QUALITY romance novels out there, well-written, funny, good chemistry, characterization and engaging plot. I've read and appreciated them. I fail to understand why anything less is published AND purchased. Readers of romance novels need to be more discriminating. It's YOUR money they are taking in and it should be money well-earned.
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Summary: FUNNY & FABULOUS!!!!!
Review: A totally uplifting, highly original read! The characters are real, and the passion is steamy and moving. Definitely read this book!!!
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Summary: Fresh and funny. Don¿t miss it!
Review: All of the characters in Blushing Pink are so real they could walk off the page and into my life. I rooted for Brian and Reese's relationship through every misstep they made. Reese's wacky professor, her bookstore boss, her interfering mom, and the wanna-be boyfriend Reese keeps trying to ditch add great fun to the mix. Put this one on your list.
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Summary: Really Four and 3/4 Stars!
Review: Blushing Pink by Jill Winters was one of my favorite books in a long time. I'm normally not a fan of "romance" per se but this book just grabbed me. A friend had loved Plum Girl by Jill Winters so when I saw this at the book store I decided to give it a try. I'm so glad I did because it was a really uplifting, funny, passionate story. I was half expecting something superficial or too fluffy, but that wasn't Blushing Pink at all. Yes it was very funny at times, but the characters were three dimensional people you really cared about. I love this author's style of describing thoughts and portraying different kinds of people. I laughed out loud at some points, which is rare for me. My only complaint was that it takes a while for Reese and Brian to finally get on the same page with each other, which was a bit frustrating because there was such a palpable sexual tension building throughout the whole novel. Still when they do finally get together, the book becomes extremely passionate, making me enjoy it on even another level. Blushing Pink is a wonderful book that I definitely recommend.
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Summary: Keeps getting better!
Review: Blushing Pink had it all for me..humor, passion, a fun, fast-paced story line and of course a great love story. I enjoyed Plum Girl by this author, and liked Blushing Pink even more. A really enjoyable and thoroughly satisfying read.
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Summary: Awesome!
Review: Blushing Pink is a funny, heartwarming romance. Recommend highly!
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Summary: Gotta Love this Book!!
Review: Blushing Pink rocks! Reese's crazy work life, funny family situations, and sexy awesome relationship with brian kept me turning the pages..Story that zips right along and makes you luagh!
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Summary: Sexy and witty contemp romance
Review: Blushing Pink was a really exceptional read. Dynamic characters, hilarious situations, palpable sexual tension. I really enjoyed this romance because it was smart and hip, but the heroine seemed totally genuine in her doubts and insecurities. Excellent, I highly recommend this book!
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