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Books on Tape (2011), Edition: Unabridged Audiobook, 11 CDs, 11 hrs 53 mins
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Ostracized for her role in halting best friend Lucy's wedding, Meg finds herself stranded without family support in a hostile Texas town where she unexpectedly falls for Ted Beaudine.
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LibraryThing member Jaitai16
While not one of my favorite SEP books, I found myself really enjoying Call Me Irresistible. I only put it down when my eyes were too blurry to see the words. The books begings with a jiteery Lucy Jorik who we first met in First Lady, but its a different Lucy long gone is the Wild Child we knew and
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in her place is a people pleasing polite daughter of the president. She finds herself engaged to but not in love with perfect Ted and only her best friend Meg can see that thier marriage will be a disaster. She is the only one who encourages Lucy and ends up having the whole town of Wynette to hate her. The book reminds me a little of Dream a Little Dream but without the heavy emotional baggage. This was a lighter read, funny at times, sad at others. I found myself a little annoyed that it was solely from Meg's perspective until the very end. It made me feel like I didn't get to really know him at all. Still it was likable enough with themes a lot of women can relate to. I am a dedicated Seppie and am excited for Lucy's story. Show Less
LibraryThing member SissyCa
I have read all of SEP books and like all her fans I was enthusiastically awaiting the release of this book. I love her writing style; her books are quick and fun to read. My only complaint is that I felt she tried too hard to link all her previous books together that it actually took something
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away from the story and the characters. Not my favorite Susan Elizabeth Phillips but worth the read. Show Less
LibraryThing member t.peggy
I always look forward to a book by Susan Elizabeth Phillips, This one did not disappoint. It was an easy read, hard to put down. Loved the heroine although her switch from dependent never-grow-up 30ish to stubborn, take no help from anyone was a little quickly done. No temptations to revert back to
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her old ways that I remember reading. I know its a romance, but I like characters to be believable.. And the "perfect" Ted was totally unrealistic, but very funny. Also like the sense of community and support from old and new characters of the Texas community. I'm likely to go back tand re-read some of her old books soon. Show Less
LibraryThing member cyncie
Once again, this author delivers a quirky love story with characters that keep one entertained. You'll get to visit favorites from prior stories, always a nice surprise to the reader. Curling up with the latest Susan Elizabeth Phillips book has become a special treat during the cabin fever January
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LibraryThing member dianaleez
Susan Elizabeth Phillips’ faithful readers have come to expect stories of hot couples and happy endings, and that’s exactly what they’ll get with her newest offering, “Call Me Irresistible.”
Lots of hot couples and lots of happy endings. Perhaps too many. Phillips replays the story of her
And leave town she must, since Meg is being held responsible for the altar-shattering breakup of Ted Beaudine (‘Fancy Pants’) and Lucy Jorik (First Lady).
The story then morphs into a repeat ‘Fancy Pants’ - spoiled woman meets strong man who helps her find her own inner strength.
And rest assured, Phillips continues to draw likeable characters with hot chemistry.
Wynette, Texas, is unfortunately populated by too many of Phillips former ’hot couples’ and far too many eccentric and not especially likeable stock characters.
But somewhere along the way I found myself not liking myself very much for liking this book. These are such materialistic folks. We know what brand cars they drive (the best!), what brand clothes they buy (the best!), how big their TV’s and houses and chests are. It’s not a novel; it’s the Neiman-Marcus Christmas catalog!
But the fact remains, Ted and Meg are likeable and readers often turn to romance novels for the security of knowing that old plots and characters will be re-worked and happy endings guaranteed.
Lots of hot couples and lots of happy endings. Perhaps too many. Phillips replays the story of her
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early success, “Fancy Pants,” this time giving us a romance between the children of two of those former hot couples. Meg Koranda is, according to the cover blurb, the ‘offspring of legends.’ Jake and Fleur, protagonists of the less than fortuitous ‘Glitter Baby,’ are a hot Hollywood couple who have inexplicitly chosen without warning to cut off their thirty-ish daughter from parental support, forcing this child of uber-successful parents to find herself in Wynette, Texas, without the means to leave town. And leave town she must, since Meg is being held responsible for the altar-shattering breakup of Ted Beaudine (‘Fancy Pants’) and Lucy Jorik (First Lady).
The story then morphs into a repeat ‘Fancy Pants’ - spoiled woman meets strong man who helps her find her own inner strength.
And rest assured, Phillips continues to draw likeable characters with hot chemistry.
Wynette, Texas, is unfortunately populated by too many of Phillips former ’hot couples’ and far too many eccentric and not especially likeable stock characters.
But somewhere along the way I found myself not liking myself very much for liking this book. These are such materialistic folks. We know what brand cars they drive (the best!), what brand clothes they buy (the best!), how big their TV’s and houses and chests are. It’s not a novel; it’s the Neiman-Marcus Christmas catalog!
But the fact remains, Ted and Meg are likeable and readers often turn to romance novels for the security of knowing that old plots and characters will be re-worked and happy endings guaranteed.
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LibraryThing member SilversReviews
A high-profile wedding, second thoughts, a friend to confirm these second thoughts....all these provided the incentive to call off the wedding. But would the bride's friend, Meg, be sorry she even mentioned to Lucy that perhaps she shouldn't marry Ted especially in a town where the groom was the
And what a rough time Meg did have...Ted was brutally cruel to her; he never showed that side of him to the citizens of the town. Ted was everywhere Meg was. He knew she didn't have any money to leave town, and he also made sure no one would hire her. She was miserable...no food, no place to stay, and no one to help her. Meg was so happy she saw what Ted was really like and that her friend didn't marry him.
Since Meg couldn't leave and remained in the small Texas town, she decided to make some mischief of her own which got all the aristocratic Texas ladies in an uproar. But would her decisions backfire on her, make things better, of cause a never-ending pain in her heart?
You will love the book...a sensual storyline, and let's not forget wealth, jealousy, and greed. The characters are easy to love and easy to hate.
Phillips has authored another winner!!!
Giving it a BIG TEXAS 5/5....LOVED IT.
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mayor and could do any number of things to make things difficult for Meg?And what a rough time Meg did have...Ted was brutally cruel to her; he never showed that side of him to the citizens of the town. Ted was everywhere Meg was. He knew she didn't have any money to leave town, and he also made sure no one would hire her. She was miserable...no food, no place to stay, and no one to help her. Meg was so happy she saw what Ted was really like and that her friend didn't marry him.
Since Meg couldn't leave and remained in the small Texas town, she decided to make some mischief of her own which got all the aristocratic Texas ladies in an uproar. But would her decisions backfire on her, make things better, of cause a never-ending pain in her heart?
You will love the book...a sensual storyline, and let's not forget wealth, jealousy, and greed. The characters are easy to love and easy to hate.
Phillips has authored another winner!!!
Giving it a BIG TEXAS 5/5....LOVED IT.
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LibraryThing member LauraKCurtis
When SEP is "on," she's absolutely the best writer of contemporary romance out there, and this book is right up there.
Ted Beaudine is perfect. (Too perfect, in fact, which is one of the reasons this book only got four stars from me rather than five--he doesn't seem real.) He never, ever lets anyone
Meg is about as far removed from perfect as one could imagine. She arrives in town and promptly decides Ted isn't a good match for her best friend. When her friend leaves him at the altar, the town turns against Meg in a big way. But Meg, being imperfect, has no money and no way out of town, so she has to stick it out and suffer the various humiliations the townspeople subject her to.
Meg is a wonderful heroine, and watching her grow from an aimless, dependent ne'er-do-well to an ambitious woman bent on fulfilling her potential is a treat. And SEP can write. The dialog is snappy, the situations sometimes funny, sometimes heart-wrenching, and the action non-stop.
I really did love this book, and if Ted had had more of a spine, it would have been irresistible. As it is, it's still a whole lot better than most of what's out there. (SEP is probably suffering by comparison here...If I could have given Ain't She Sweet extra stars, I would have, so my expectations are perhaps overly high when one of her books comes out!)
Ted Beaudine is perfect. (Too perfect, in fact, which is one of the reasons this book only got four stars from me rather than five--he doesn't seem real.) He never, ever lets anyone
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down. Even in bed, he's more concerned with his partner's pleasure than his own. His ex-girlfriends all want him back, and those who've never dated him want to.Meg is about as far removed from perfect as one could imagine. She arrives in town and promptly decides Ted isn't a good match for her best friend. When her friend leaves him at the altar, the town turns against Meg in a big way. But Meg, being imperfect, has no money and no way out of town, so she has to stick it out and suffer the various humiliations the townspeople subject her to.
Meg is a wonderful heroine, and watching her grow from an aimless, dependent ne'er-do-well to an ambitious woman bent on fulfilling her potential is a treat. And SEP can write. The dialog is snappy, the situations sometimes funny, sometimes heart-wrenching, and the action non-stop.
I really did love this book, and if Ted had had more of a spine, it would have been irresistible. As it is, it's still a whole lot better than most of what's out there. (SEP is probably suffering by comparison here...If I could have given Ain't She Sweet extra stars, I would have, so my expectations are perhaps overly high when one of her books comes out!)
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LibraryThing member mschweer432
I love imperfect characters. I think this is one of the reasons I love Susan Elizaeth Phillips so much!! Her characters are always so real and likable. In Call Me Irresistible, we have Ted who is seemingly perfect. But guess what, he isn't! And that's just one of the things I love about him and
I have to say, Meg is one of my favorite Susan Elizabeth Phillips characters. She is funny, strong, smart, loyal, messed up, and well, everything!! I love how she stood up to Ted and the entire town of Wynette Texas.
The love story between Ted & Meg was a good one. I really felt their connection and I thought they were a good fit. I was irritated with how long it took Ted to come around in the end but that would be one of my few complaints. I like how previous characters make appearances in this book. Well, actually, some of them have prime roles! I have to say I wasn't sure I liked some of them in this book! They were terrible and I don't like to think characters I fell in love with in previous books could behave like they did to a character I love now! Of course, everyone comes around in the end, but it was still frustrating.
I really enjoyed this book and while it's not my all time favorite Susan Elizabeth Phillips book, it is up there!!
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this book!!I have to say, Meg is one of my favorite Susan Elizabeth Phillips characters. She is funny, strong, smart, loyal, messed up, and well, everything!! I love how she stood up to Ted and the entire town of Wynette Texas.
The love story between Ted & Meg was a good one. I really felt their connection and I thought they were a good fit. I was irritated with how long it took Ted to come around in the end but that would be one of my few complaints. I like how previous characters make appearances in this book. Well, actually, some of them have prime roles! I have to say I wasn't sure I liked some of them in this book! They were terrible and I don't like to think characters I fell in love with in previous books could behave like they did to a character I love now! Of course, everyone comes around in the end, but it was still frustrating.
I really enjoyed this book and while it's not my all time favorite Susan Elizabeth Phillips book, it is up there!!
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LibraryThing member SockMonkeyGirl
Susan Elizabeth Phillips revisits Wynette, Texas and brings back many favorite characters in this book. I really enojyed the story of Meg and Ted (who I loved in Heaven, Texas even more than Fancy Pants). Meg is such a screw up at the start that I almost understood her family and even the town's
One thing I missed a little was getting to see things from the male perspective throughout the book. Ted doesn't chime in until almost the end. I understand that it was for a reason (the whole "one more woman who thinks she understands Ted" routine), but I still missed that perspective. Especially because I was left with a feeling like his growth occurred all of a sudden, rather than in small steps thoughout the book. It made the book feel slightly uneven. But Meg and Ted's relationship was fun to watch, even if it was one-sided.
Overall, this book felt familiar, with a return to old characters and locations, but not in a bad way, despite some echoes in plot developments. It was a fun read full of quirky characters just like this author does best. Hopefully, Phillips will return again with more of the same.
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bad opinions of her. But she grew on me, just like she grew on Ted and Wynette. She also did a lot of growing up, turning into one of my favorite Susan Elizabeth Phillips heroines. One thing I missed a little was getting to see things from the male perspective throughout the book. Ted doesn't chime in until almost the end. I understand that it was for a reason (the whole "one more woman who thinks she understands Ted" routine), but I still missed that perspective. Especially because I was left with a feeling like his growth occurred all of a sudden, rather than in small steps thoughout the book. It made the book feel slightly uneven. But Meg and Ted's relationship was fun to watch, even if it was one-sided.
Overall, this book felt familiar, with a return to old characters and locations, but not in a bad way, despite some echoes in plot developments. It was a fun read full of quirky characters just like this author does best. Hopefully, Phillips will return again with more of the same.
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LibraryThing member Cats57
Call Me Irresistible” by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Ms Phillips has constructed another fine entry into her long list of wonderful contemporary romance novels. While most of her books have recurring characters, each book can and does stand alone. In this novel, you will find many of our old friends
This book is written in the first person from our female protagonist’s POV until you get to the last few chapters and then some switch over to Ted’s POV. I really liked this little bit of change of POV’s.
“Call Me Irresistible” opens with the impending wedding of Ted Beaudine, of Wynette Texas and God among all men, and the former President’s daughter Lucy Jorik, and everything is running smoothly until Meg Koranda, Lucy’s best friend shows up on the scene and seems to have put the kybosh on the wedding plans. On the other hand, has she really? When the wedding is canceled as the groom is standing at the altar, everyone in the entire town decides that it’s Meg’s fault that their “golden God” has been jilted. Broke and with an unreliable car, Meg becomes stuck in a town that absolutely hates her and blames her for all that has befallen them and poor Teddy. Since Meg has never proven herself to be a real grown up, it soon becomes clear that she is going to have to grow and learn to survive on her own. No matter what that means. Of course this being a romance, sparks quickly fly between Ted and Meg and they decide having a ‘no strings attached’ flaming affair is the way to cool things off. However, do you truly think Ms Phillips is going to keep it that simple? Nope and a lot of fun is ahead for the reader. You can also add into the mix a bit of a mystery since someone unknown is trying to drive Meg out of town.
While some readers may be a bit put off by the lengths the townspeople go to show just how unwelcome Meg is and to make her pay for her ‘mistake’, it will become clear that not everyone hates Meg and what she did, although it does seem to take an inordinately long time for her to make amends. At one point even I sas ready to throw in the towel. HOWEVER, all of this served to strengthen the relationship between Ted and Meg and was another way to show just how far Meg had turned her life around for the better.
Another wonderful Contemporary Romance by Susan Elizabeth Phillips.
Ms Phillips has constructed another fine entry into her long list of wonderful contemporary romance novels. While most of her books have recurring characters, each book can and does stand alone. In this novel, you will find many of our old friends
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from the past, and more importantly, two who have now very much grown up and has this book all to themselves. This book is written in the first person from our female protagonist’s POV until you get to the last few chapters and then some switch over to Ted’s POV. I really liked this little bit of change of POV’s.
“Call Me Irresistible” opens with the impending wedding of Ted Beaudine, of Wynette Texas and God among all men, and the former President’s daughter Lucy Jorik, and everything is running smoothly until Meg Koranda, Lucy’s best friend shows up on the scene and seems to have put the kybosh on the wedding plans. On the other hand, has she really? When the wedding is canceled as the groom is standing at the altar, everyone in the entire town decides that it’s Meg’s fault that their “golden God” has been jilted. Broke and with an unreliable car, Meg becomes stuck in a town that absolutely hates her and blames her for all that has befallen them and poor Teddy. Since Meg has never proven herself to be a real grown up, it soon becomes clear that she is going to have to grow and learn to survive on her own. No matter what that means. Of course this being a romance, sparks quickly fly between Ted and Meg and they decide having a ‘no strings attached’ flaming affair is the way to cool things off. However, do you truly think Ms Phillips is going to keep it that simple? Nope and a lot of fun is ahead for the reader. You can also add into the mix a bit of a mystery since someone unknown is trying to drive Meg out of town.
While some readers may be a bit put off by the lengths the townspeople go to show just how unwelcome Meg is and to make her pay for her ‘mistake’, it will become clear that not everyone hates Meg and what she did, although it does seem to take an inordinately long time for her to make amends. At one point even I sas ready to throw in the towel. HOWEVER, all of this served to strengthen the relationship between Ted and Meg and was another way to show just how far Meg had turned her life around for the better.
Another wonderful Contemporary Romance by Susan Elizabeth Phillips.
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LibraryThing member IandSsmom
Fun story! I enjoyed the book! Fun characters and really a great read or listen!! :)
LibraryThing member VmpGirl
I have just recently finished Fancy Pants, and Call Me Irresistible was an excellent follow up to the book. After finishing Fancy Pants, I was wondering what Teddy would grow up to be like, and I must say in the beginning I was convinced that they were two different people. That mystery combined
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with Meg's feisty personality left me completely engrossed in the book. Phillips brought so many colorful personalities into her story that I couldn't wait to turn the page and see what would come out of their mouths next. It's a must read for anyone who is in need of a little humor and spunk in their day! Show Less
LibraryThing member ShannaV
I loved this book! I've enjoyed many of SEP's previous books so I was looking forward to a good read. Although I don't recall too many of her former characters who make an appearance in this book, they are a little familiar to me. I liked that Meg was a bit of an underdog. It's refreshing to have a
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heroine that pretty much everyone hates in the beginning. The characters are great, the setting is interesting and the writing is fantastic. All around I thought it was a great book and I highly recommend it. Don't look to long at the cover model though, that Photoshopped hand is freaky and doll-like. Show Less
LibraryThing member scoutmomskf
Really good book. I loved Meg from the beginning. She chose to help her friend, even though it put her at odds with the entire town. She was more interested in making sure Lucy was happy. I also liked the way she stayed around, even after she was able to leave. She decided to change her life. There
Ted was alot harder to like. He was so coldly logical and emotionless I wasn't sure he would ever come around. As the book went on, I could see what bothered Meg the most about him. I could also see what she was trying to do. By the end of the book I was rooting so hard for Ted that I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.
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were some seriously funny things in her attempts, and others that were really moving.Ted was alot harder to like. He was so coldly logical and emotionless I wasn't sure he would ever come around. As the book went on, I could see what bothered Meg the most about him. I could also see what she was trying to do. By the end of the book I was rooting so hard for Ted that I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.
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LibraryThing member bookbeat
Whether you are a long time reader of Susan Elizabeth Phillips or reading her for the first time, you are in for a treat with CALL ME IRRESISTIBLE. Welcome to Wynette, Texas where everyone knows everyone. What’s great about this book is being able to catch up with many favorite characters from
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some of Phillips previous books while enjoying Ted and Meg’s romance. This is a fun and enjoyable read-you won’t be disappointed. Loved it! Show Less
LibraryThing member trueturquoise
All I can say you get what you expect from Susan Elizabeth Phillips from this book. A good solid story, with lots of fun characters, and a fun journey to love! LOL It's cute and sweet.
LibraryThing member lrobe190
Meg Koranda is in the the small town of Wynette, Texas to be in the wedding of her best friend, Lucy Jorik to Ted Beaudine. As soon as Meg sees them together, she knows that Ted isn't the right person for Lucy. She helps Lucy realize it too and on the day of her wedding, Lucy tells Ted the wedding
SEP is probably my favorite comtemporary romance novelist. "Call Me Irresistible" features characters from several of her previous novels. Ted, Meg and Lucy werre young children when we met them previously. "Irresistible" features Phillips' hallmark strong, complex characters, humor and lots of romance. I can't wait for her next novel.
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is off and leaves town. Despite the fact that Meg's parents are famous and rich, Meg herself has no money. Her parents have cut her off, expecting her to quit drifting and make something of herself. Now she's stuck in the small town of Wynette without a penny to her name and where everyone hates her for ruiniing the wedding of their favorite son, Ted Beaudine. And the one who hates her more than anyone is Ted himself!SEP is probably my favorite comtemporary romance novelist. "Call Me Irresistible" features characters from several of her previous novels. Ted, Meg and Lucy werre young children when we met them previously. "Irresistible" features Phillips' hallmark strong, complex characters, humor and lots of romance. I can't wait for her next novel.
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LibraryThing member memasmb
This book was received from LibraryThing in their Early Reviewers program.
Having read several of the author’s previous novels ("Fancy Pants" and 'Lady Be Good"), it was wonderful to revisit so many characters and to continue the story line.
Ted Beaudine, the perfect son and hero of the town of
A love/hate relationship between Ted and Meg develops and they are forever butting heads and at the same time falling in love.
This book is a perfect summer novel to take to the beach or read on a rainy day; just indulge yourself in the world of romance with quirky characters and a happy endings. What more could you ask for?
I would bet that we will be hearing more from the folks in Wynette, Texas. I for one will be looking forward to further books from Susan Elizabeth Phillips.
Having read several of the author’s previous novels ("Fancy Pants" and 'Lady Be Good"), it was wonderful to revisit so many characters and to continue the story line.
Ted Beaudine, the perfect son and hero of the town of
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Wynette, Texas is getting married…but at the altar is stood up. Everyone blames the bride-to-be’s best girlfriend, Meg who runs out of money and cannot leave town. Talk about being picked on.A love/hate relationship between Ted and Meg develops and they are forever butting heads and at the same time falling in love.
This book is a perfect summer novel to take to the beach or read on a rainy day; just indulge yourself in the world of romance with quirky characters and a happy endings. What more could you ask for?
I would bet that we will be hearing more from the folks in Wynette, Texas. I for one will be looking forward to further books from Susan Elizabeth Phillips.
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LibraryThing member maureen61
a great quick, fun read. Hard to put down. witty and insightful character as she struggles to fit in to a southern Texas town.
LibraryThing member palominopup
I enjoyed this book so much. Having characters from her previous books coming together was like a family reunion to me. This author just keeps getting better.
LibraryThing member Glenajo
Call Me Irresistible, by Susan Elizabeth Phillips is a typical Phillips books. If you have enjoyed her other books, you will enjoy this one. Phillips creates such funny pictures in her books that I often laugh aloud and generally cry a few times, too. They are the perfect escape from stress
In this one, she brings together several characters that exist in her other books, but the main players are Meg Koranda, daughter of Glitter Baby and Ted Beaudine from Fancy Pants in a clash of personality and laughter. It is lots of fun to watch Meg grow up and Ted open up. A totally enjoyable read.
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books.In this one, she brings together several characters that exist in her other books, but the main players are Meg Koranda, daughter of Glitter Baby and Ted Beaudine from Fancy Pants in a clash of personality and laughter. It is lots of fun to watch Meg grow up and Ted open up. A totally enjoyable read.
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LibraryThing member samantha
Like most Romance authors, SEP has a formula, and it works. Whether you'll enjoy this book depends on whether you've enjoyed her books in the past -- if you like the way she writes, the types of characters she gives voice to, you'll like this one as well.
One thing I found a little difficult was
One thing I found a little difficult was
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keeping track of all the old characters who make cameos in this book. Some of SEP's books I read more than ten years ago, so my memory of them is fuzzy at best. However, this was just distracting, but the book was still a good read. Show Less
LibraryThing member LFerris
One thing I love about Susan Elizabeth Phillips is that while her books are all stand alone versions, versus the anthologies, she drops her characters in like old friends to visit. It is like coming home again when you pick up one of her many great stories. Call Me Irresistible is no exception.
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LibraryThing member sharrow
This has been on my tbr for over a year and I wonder why I've not read it sooner. What a delight. I loved the small town craziness and depth in the cast of characters. Fantastic story telling plus we revisited with a few old favourites. An absolute gem and I rather adored Meg and Ted.
LibraryThing member cranberrytarts
There was a lot about this book that I enjoyed. SEP never fails to engage my emotions or pull me into her stories. I was entertained and exhilarated. But I was also disappointed. A lot about the actions of both main characters didn't make sense, in context of the story and out of it. Plus, SEP
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really loves to humiliate her heroines, and that can be frustrating. (full review to come)
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Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2011-01-18
ISBN
0307878406 / 9780307878403