Leigh Fleming

A photographer or a manipulator?

Delta made her living photographing mainly children’s birthday parties.

Delta also worked with wealthy families. One particular family completely caught her attention, and she wanted to be part of their family in every way possible.

Delta also worked at being made an irreplaceable part of this family. She wanted what they had, and she was even working on trying to be a surrogate mother for them.

THE PHOTOGRAPHER was detailed and slow moving, but Delta certainly wasn’t.

She moved quickly to ingratiate herself with the Straubs. She actually was obsessed with them.

This book was well written and had a unique story line, but it was not a favorite. I did not like Delta, and the other characters were unlikable as well.

Photographers and those interested in photography will enjoy this book along with those who enjoy studying people’s motives and personalities. 3/5

This book was given to me by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.… (mehr)

OH WHAT A FLAB TURN INTO A HUNK!! For years., Tucker had been a big man as it ran in his family, but for the past eight months he had worked out and now that he was slimmer he hoped to get Lisa's attention to let her know he wanted to be more than just friends, but instead she wanted to be a matchmaker and help him find another woman! Liza hated everything about Christmas and she needed to convince Tucker to play Santa Clause while she searched for Santa's wife unaware that he had eyes on her great grandfather's vacant castle when SHE wanted to turn it into a art gallery.… (mehr)

Whatever It Takes is a beautifully compelling story that has a bit of everything. From drama, romance and conflict, to joy and sorrow, there is really something for everyone. It is a contemporary fiction and romance novel set in Highland Springs, West Virginia, a wonderfully scenic, American small town with a close-knit community.

What’s really likeable about it straight-away are the opening chapters that draw you straight into the main character, Darla Jean Heartwood. She is a strong, confident, very successful businesswoman, however, she is also emotional and impulsive. You feel instantly on her side, particularly in her initial dealings with Jason Byrne the handsome fellow who has been following her. You can immediately sense there is something going on, and one of the highlights of the book is following how that relationship develops. The handsome, charismatic, distinguished, silver fox Jason is, at first, hard to work out but you gradually get to know him as the story unfolds and see that he has many surprising qualities.

Darla has kept a family secret for eighteen years until she receives an unwanted telephone call. Family relationships are put to the test when she decides to correct some of her past decisions, for her daughter, Meghan, the man she loves, and also herself. She will let nothing stand in her way to expose the high-profile Governor, a man who took away her innocence and brought great angst to her life for years.

Both the plot and the character development are excellent, and the story-line is very believable. The story is both captivating and engaging. It held my interest from start to finish, and I found myself rooting for Darla as she showed extremes of courage in confronting her challenges.

The writing style is very easy to read and it’s an interesting novel particularly for the interplay of the different characters - a wacky and psychic aunty, a loud and pushy cousin and a large group of girlfriends. Plenty of romantic ups and downs along the way and plenty of surprises. I loved it!

I highly recommend this book and suggest wholeheartedly that you add it to your booklist.

Thank you to Hidden Gems for a free ARC of this book in exchange for a voluntary, honest review.… (mehr)

Can an unexpected whirlwind romance between a beautiful young American attorney and an irresistible Italian tennis star survive someone's dangerous attempt to stop it from blossoming, or will the romance meet a tragic end?

In her debut novel, Precious Words, author Leigh Fleming weaves an intriguing romantic suspense tale that follows the unexpected meeting and whirlwind romance between American attorney Emberly Fallon and Italian tennis pro Niccolo Bartoli, and a threatening and personal attack by someone who wants to end the budding romance.

Precious Words is a fascinating love story that is full of passion and suspense, it takes the reader on a thrilling roller coaster ride as Emberly and Niccolo's whirlwind romance is put to the test by someone who doesn't want the relationship to develop. As Emberly and Niccolo's romantic adventures take them to famous worldwide locales such as London, Rome, Miami, and NY, the reader has a court side seat to their blossoming love that grows unexpectedly, all the while dodging the paparazzi and a dangerous "Messenger" who sends Emberly blatant and threatening text messages that puts both her and Niccolo's lives in danger.

I loved the story's mixture of passionate romance and intriguing suspense that. The unexpected and shocking twists and turns kept me on my toes, while the gradual development of Emberly and Niccolo's relationship was exhilarating and romantic. I would be remiss if I didn't mention that I absolutely loved the rich descriptions of the couple's adventurous travels, the author does a wonderful job of transporting the reader to each of the locales.

Precious Words is a fast paced and enjoyable romantic suspense novel that will leave the reader wanting more.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of the book from the author / publisher in exchange for my honest review and participation in a virtual book tour event hosted by Chick Lit Plus Blog Tours.

http://jerseygirlbookreviews.blogspot.com/2014/05/precious-words-by-leigh-flemin...… (mehr)