Escape to a tropical island where the only traffic comes from slow-moving golf carts driven by eccentric retirees, the commute to work involves getting sand between your toes, and happy hour … … To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. A little disappointing that there are no people of color in the book or on the island. The main character's name is Jack Lefferts and he is ends up … All the streets and stores are named after Christmas things. ‹ See all details for There's Always a Catch: Christmas Key Book One Unlimited One-Day Delivery and more Prime members enjoy fast & free shipping, unlimited streaming of movies and TV shows with … On the other hand some of my 99 p books have been brilliant and the authors terrific finds. Let Him catch … There's Always a Catch: Christmas Key Book One (Volume 1), CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; 1st edition (March 29, 2016), Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2017. Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2019. He’s got you surrounded in grace and peace. For Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius on the Android, a GameFAQs message board topic titled "Theres always a catch with SCUMI!" The writing style of this book, in the third person present tense, makes it difficult to get a feel for the characters and get to grips with their emotions. It’s just another poor little rich white girl with great breasts & blonde-red hair who has everything & decides which of the 2 amazing/gorgeous men (who of course are obsessed with only her) to be with. 5.0 out of 5 stars There's Always a Catch: Christmas Key Book One. There's always a catch in it... June 04, 2016 / Rob Miles One of the reasons why I like writing software is that I always find doing things in the "real world" much harder. By ANNA PALMER and JAKE SHERMAN . This book was a pleasant surprise. Possibly my own fault for buying 99p books by unknown ( to me) authors. Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2017. Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2016. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. But the thing is that all the residents are seniors and they like it that way - living life at a slow pace without youngsters around (40-50-year-olds). Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. The characters are people you want to be friends with and Christmas Island is a place you want to throw a beach bungalow up on. I dislike cliffhangers a lot. The concept is really cute though, & it’s a fun read. Then her mother, who has dropped in and out of Hollies life but who holds a share, decides she wants to sell the island. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. There's Always a Catch follows Holly Baxter, Christmas Key's 30-year-old mayor, as she tries to convince her neighbors (mostly eccentric retirees puttering around the island on golf carts) … Do you believe that this item violates a copyright? There's a problem loading this menu right now. The writer does create some cute older (characters) who bring their personalities into the mix. First-generation rich boy Jack is shipped off to prestigious Oakhurst Hall, where he makes varsity football as a walk-on, molds potheads into a recording-worthy band, wows teachers with his insightful writing and meets the intriguing Caroline—but Jack's a teen, so there… It feels like the audio description is on, describing what is hall in a very stale, impersonal way. 05/12/2020 06:01 AM EDT. 4.1 out of 5 stars 160 ratings. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Bouquet Toss (Love of My Life Series Book 1), Edge of Eighteen: A Slow Burn Summer Camp Love Story, One Last Risk: A Small-Town Romance (Oak Grove series Book 1), Neanderthal Seeks Human: A Smart Romance (Knitting in the City Book 1), TWO HEARTS FIND CHRISTMAS (Two Hearts Wounded Warrior Romance Book 5), Scalable : How Financial Advisors Can Have a Great Business and a Great Life, Christmas in Smithville (Hometown Series Book 4). Unable to add item to List. So the writer takes a small Florida Key’s island and mixes in the unusual older inhabitants who live on the island. Please try again. That was the tongue-in-cheek answer to Kennedy’s question by then Phillie Matt Stairs. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. The author, Ms. Taylor, moves the plot and character development along so nicely that I just kept reading and reading. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. See all formats and editions Hide other … He’s waiting for you, so cling to Him. ... Last month’s book was ‘The … Step forward an uncle she never knew she had. Won't be purchasing the next book nor would I recommend this to anyone. Does this book contain inappropriate content? The writer does create some cute older (characters) who bring their personalities into the mix. This book is really cute in many ways—the scene she creates is creative, the characters are often funny & unique, & the underlying plot is interesting. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Won't be purchasing the next book nor would I recommend this to anyone. "Oh … Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Holly has to get on with her plans fast, is there anyone who can help? Then her mother, who has dropped in and out of Hollies life but who holds a share, decides she wants to sell the island. I liked all the characters and … The lifestyle and local mix of characters would make for a great sitcom (think Mayberry RFD with more spice and romance.). For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions. All in all, this is mostly a set-up for future books in the series, so it doesn't have much of a plot in itself. Thankfully, with God, there’s always a catch! Take a trip to a tropical paradise with this humorous series! There was a problem loading your book clubs. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Publisher Description. Can you imagine living on an island where everything is related to Christmas? Cliffhanger! The book is an easy enough read, but I've no interest in what happens to the future of the characters, and therefore no interest in reading the follow up books in the series. Stephanie Taylor is from the Pacific Northwest. It was! Within this story there … An easy read that makes you also want to live in a beautiful island as the one described in the book where only a few really remain because they adapt and they become "family". See all formats and editions Hide other … Unable to add item to List. The rest of the characters are funny and keep on gossiping and giving their unsolicited opinions in very loud and mischiveous ways. 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