Talk of the Town
Written By: Sherrill Bodine
Published By: Forever an imprint of Grand Central Publishing, 2008, 326 pages, mass market paperback
ISBN 978-0446618588
“Talk of the Town is sassy and sizzling; a decidedly entertaining romp inside the world of News Media.”
Product Description – From Amazon.com
“GOSSIP QUEEN DETHRONED!
Darlings, what a to-do at the Daily Mail today! After fifteen years as Chicago’s gossip guru, Rebecca Covington has been demoted from divulger of secrets for the city’s elite to headlining recipes in the Home and Food section. Apparently, a touchy senator is threatening legal action for Rebecca’s latest extramarital scoop. But Windy City rumor has it that new CEO and dreamy Pierce Brosnan look-alike David Sumner downgraded Rebecca in favor of fresher, younger blood on the social beat.
Industry insiders expect Rebecca to fight her denouement, and inquiring minds have already seen the feisty maven trading quips and searing glances wtih her arresting new boss. Rebecca swears she’ll reclaim her shining star status, but can the dishy diva even cook? And how can she ignore David’s arousing effect on her sensibilities?
Don’t miss a trick, darlings. Sparks are going to fly.”
Talk of the Town is a delightful story about a middle-aged gossip columnist who gets replaced by a much younger woman. As Rebecca fights back and tries to reclaim her “throne” sparks fly between her and the new sinfully-handsome boss. New CEO, David and Rebecca are oh-so-good together as romance sizzles in and out of the bedroom. The smoothly-flowing story is enchanting, tender and fast-paced! The sexual content is very hot without explicit detail. They fight for love while Rebecca fights for her professional reputation and her career. I love the ending; I can’t share it with you or I’d ruin it.
I very highly recommend this book!
♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ (10 out of 10 Diamonds) – Absolutely LOVED it!!
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Link to the Author’s Website:
http://www.sherrillbodine.com/
Link to the Publisher’s Website:
http://www.hachettebookgroup.com/
A special thanks to Anna at Hachette Book Group for sending me a copy to review.
July 11, 2009 at 4:38 AM
Sounds interesting, especially the food aspect, and I just love the cover!
–Anna
July 11, 2009 at 6:41 AM
That cover is fantastic! The red dress and strappy shoes – makes me want to go put on something fun and find somewhere to go!
July 11, 2009 at 6:57 AM
Ooh, a top pick! I’m writing this one down.
July 11, 2009 at 9:11 PM
Hello Ladies,
Anna – It is a great book! :) There is some humour, romance, steely-determination and a great storyline too. I agree with you; the cover is so vivid that I can almost see her twirling. ;) lol
Stacy – We can all agree that the cover is a sure-fire winner. :) I love your enthusiasm…you go girl!!! ;)
Kathy – Yes indeed. All 10 out of 10’s are Top Picks and they will all be sporting the image that declares it to the world! :) I think that you’ll enjoy this book immensely.
July 13, 2009 at 7:59 PM
Hello all,
I wanted to share an email with all of the Sherrill Bodine fans out there. When I emailed a copy of my review to Sherrill, she replied two days later (reprinted with Sherrill Bodine’s permission):
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Darling Bobbie,
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR REVIEW!!!
Thank you so much — you made my month — wait, my summer!!
I received it on my iphone while in NYC with my editor — I of course showed it to her immediately — it couldn’t have been better timed! I have just turned in my second book (A BLACK TIE AFFAIR out in Jan 2010) and I was pitching her my next two ideas in the hopes of getting another two book contract — I’m very sure you gave my efforts a HUGE boost!!!
I truly appreciate your support — it means everything!!!
Best, Sherrill
Watch for A BLACK TIE AFFAIR by Sherrill Bodine, January 2010. Now in the stores,TALK OF THE TOWN Sherrill Bodine’s new romantic comedy from Grand Central Publishing Dec. 2008
http://www.sherrillbodine.com
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