Me, My Books and I: 2013/01

31 ianuarie 2013

Review "About That Night" by Julie James

About That Night (FBI / US Attorney, #3)

About the book

He's Playing Games

Though Rylann Pierce tried to fight the sparks she felt for billionaire heir Kyle Rhodes the night they met, their sizzling chemistry was undeniable. But after being stood up on their first date, Rylann never expected to see him again. So when she finds herself face-to-face with Kyle in a courthouse nine years later, she's stunned. More troubling to the beautiful assistant U.S. attorney is that she's still wildly attracted to him.

But She's Making The Rules

Just released from prison, Kyle Rhodes isn't thrilled to be the star witness in a high-profile criminal case—but when Rylann comes knocking at his door, he finds she may be the one lawyer he can't say no to. Still as gorgeous and sharp-tongued as ever, she lays down the law: she doesn't mix business with pleasure. But Kyle won't give up on something he wants—and what he wants is the one woman he's never forgotten.

My thoughts

This story is fast-paced, realistic, natural, full of sarcastic lines, spirited and has two main characters, articulate and intelligent, with the best nicknames ever: Prosecutrix Pierce and The Twitter Terrorist :)) Loved both of them.

As you know, I love Julie James books. So, please meet JJ at her best. This book is funny, real, sarcastic, sweet with intelligent dialogues and full of witty lines. JJ writes amazing, strong female characters and Rylann Prosecutrix Pierce made no exception :)

So, meet the law geek - Rylann Pierce/ Prosecutrix Pierce and computer geek - Kyle Rhodes/Smug Dimples/ The Twitter Terrorist two great characters.

Ry is a typical Julie James's heroine. She is strong, independent, intelligent, sarcastic, spirited, self-controlled and no matter what she speaks her mind and never fear of what people may think.

And Kyle... he's the rich family boy, billionaire heir with brilliant mind and an equally stupidity.... You wouldn’t belive it, right? But, yeah, he almost lost everything because of one brilliant, crazy, stupid action.

He’s being dumped by his girlfriend with a message on Twitter. How crazy is that??? :)) So, our boy is maaad and nearly drunk and preparing for revange. Crashing Twitter for two days... And he became the famous Twitter Terrorist.

Kyle is not a real hero, but is a great character. Kyle Rhodes turn the conviction in his favour and evolves from an ex-con to a man who start up his own empire.

So, if you want a book that make you smile 90% of your read, than this is the one!

4 stars

Summoning the sun

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Happy Birthday, Anton Chekhov, born 29 January 1860, died 15 July 1904
Anton Chekhov: 10 Quotes on Writing

One usually dislikes a play while writing it, but afterwards it grows on one. Let others judge and make decisions.
Write only of what is important and eternal.
All I wanted was to say honestly to people: ‘Have a look at yourselves and see how bad and dreary your lives are!’ The important thing is that people should realize that, for when they do, they will most certainly create another and better life for themselves.
Medicine is my lawful wife and literature my mistress; when I get tired of one, I spend the night with the other.
Don’t tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass.
The task of a writer is not to solve the problem but to state the problem correctly.
A writer is not a confectioner, a cosmetic dealer, or an entertainer.
It’s easier to write about Socrates than about a young woman or a cook.
The role of the artist is to ask questions, not answer them.
Wisdom…. comes not from age, but from education and learning.

Chekhov was a Russian physician, dramatist and author who is considered to be among the greatest writers of short stories in history. His career as a dramatist produced four classics and his best short stories are held in high esteem by writers and critics. Chekhov practised as a doctor throughout most of his literary career.
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