Something Good
by Darlene Deluca
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Pub Date Mar 11 2014 | Archive Date Jan 15 2015
Description
A mistake. A blessing. A tragedy.
And now, Mandi Evans has made it her goal to fade into anonymity. Once a straight-A student with her choice of colleges, she’s withdrawn into a life that consists of two jobs, an online class, and memories. Crippled by the past, she feels unworthy of a better life – until Lane Whitmore walks into the diner where she works six nights a week.
An urban planner, Lane is looking to revitalize the rundown part of town where Mandi’s hidden herself away. He can’t help but notice this diamond in the rough as well, and what starts as simple good times grows to . . . something more.
With Lane, Mandi feels alive again, and she makes a bold decision – one that could chart her course on a path to redemption. But will keeping her plan a secret from Lane turn out to be the biggest mistake of all?
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Advance Praise
Romance Novel Releases:
I’m often concerned when I am emailed for honest reviews. I’m thrilled to have been given this book. Mandi melted my heart! I knew from the beginning I’d love her and the story didn’t disappoint. I was initially concerned that this would be a story overtaken by pages of sex scenes with no real glue to hold me, I couldn’t have been more wrong. Mandi was a joy to get to know. Her story and heartache ripped me to pieces and I hoped so hard that Lane would be her push to forgive herself. Call me old fashioned, but I do sort of love it when a man can save the day…I’m glad I wasn’t given that easy relief. Seeing her pick herself up and surrender to the ultimate sacrifice to push her into a new start was just what kept my heart growing. Watching Lane learn from her was a much needed change to the average love story. I loved her desire to do something special for someone and having dealt with fertility issues of my own, she stole my heart. This was a great read and a story that will linger with me for a while…will even be added to my re-read list from time to time I’m sure.
In D'Tale Magazine:
The thing with paying for past sins? You never really feel like you’re out of the red. Especially when you’re Mandi Evans. Her rap sheet of misdeeds is as long as Santa’s Naughty List, or at least it feels that way. So when hope comes knocking in the form of Lane Whitmore, she has trouble believing she deserves a love like his.
Lane is intrigued by this diamond in the rough and can tell she’s hiding more than her shapely figure beneath her too-baggy waitress uniform. But getting his proverbial foot in the door may prove more of a challenge than either of them is willing to rise to.
“Something Good” dares to tread barefoot across a hot bed of uncomfortable topics and comes out triumphant on the other side. Deluca does a particularly great job creating a McDreamy-worthy main male character whose patience and tenderness evoke sigh after I-wish-he-was-mine sigh - to the point that it’s hard not to bristle when the main female character pushes him away. The overall pacing could be faster, and those who are sensitive to “language” may feel a little warmth in the ears, but the message of self-forgiveness and looking at both sides of the coin are beautifully done. With surprising plot twists and unique character conflict, “Something Good” more than lives up to its name!
Sofia St. Angeles
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| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781495917950 |
| PRICE | $3.99 (USD) |
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Elle M, Reviewer
This was such a good story, its so emotionally packed.
The story focuses on Mandi Evans; Mandi used to be a really smart student headed for basically any college of her choice until she gets pregnant and her life takes a complete detour. At 25, Mandi has faced immense tragedy, has become very withdrawn and is now working two jobs and taking online classes. She feels that she doesn't deserve anything better in life.
Lane Whitmore is an urban planner looking to submit a proposal that will improve the rundown part of town Mandi calls home. He meets Mandi at the diner she works at and what starts of as just a little fun turns into something more. Lane and Mandi bond at a deeper level.
Granted their relationship ends when Mandi makes a decision to help out a couple, but Lane being an idiot assumes the worst of her and just like that their relationship comes to an end.
Over the months Lane realizes his mistake and tries to make amends, while at first it seems too late, Lane and Mandi eventually work their way back to each other and create a friendship that strengthens their bond and love.
Ms. Deluca wrote an incredible story, the characters are so complex and well developed. As you read, you feel so much for Mandi and her struggles. she is such a good person and all of her struggles help make her the captivating character she is. Lane is good guy, granted he does make a mistake or two, but he tries to so hard to fix things. I loved the story and I'm glad that the second time around Mandi and Lane build their relationship from a friendship.
Rating 5 out of 5 Read@Book
