Derek Corwin is well aware of the family curse—every Corwin male who married for love would be destined to lose his woman and his fortune. He decides to outsmart the prophecy that has plagued his family for generations by breaking up with his first love and marrying someone else. Now, divorced and broke, all he has left is his teenage daughter, a boatload of regret, and wariness when it comes to love … until Gabrielle Donovan returns, determined to rekindle their passion. Will her stubborn streak and her unwavering love be the lucky charm Derek so desperately needs?
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"I didn't read this for an official review, it was just a pleasure read. I liked it a lot. This is a first in a trilogy or series. The characters were relatable. The only thing was that the attraction and reunion seemed fast. The book was great in giving closure but leaving you wanting to read the others."
— Kelly (4 out of 5 stars)
“In this launch of a new trilogy, Phillips does what she does best: deliver stories that are light but not silly, with believable characters and plots that flow into satisfying stories.”
— RT Book Reviews (4½ stars)" Good story, romance escape literature. Returned copy to Lawrence Library tonight. "
— Amos, 2/19/2014" This one was just ok for me. The curse could have been interesting, but it was done more flip. I found the most interesting thing in this one to be Holly, Derek's daughter. She was so fun and made the adults act like adults. The ending was good, glad to find who was behind everything, and that things ended up good for Derek and Gabrielle. "
— Darcy, 2/16/2014" Totally cute! Funny and light read and also very sexy! "
— Irenedy, 2/10/2014" Great fun easy read! The characters are relatable. The blackmailer mystery was an added bonus. "
— Nicci, 2/4/2014" I almost didn't read this book because of the mention of the Curse. I don't like anything paranormal. I really liked this book and I can't wait to read the others. "
— Kame, 2/3/2014" I really enjoyed this chick book. It was a little bit everything I like, love, sex & a little mystery added to the storyline. "
— Christine, 1/18/2014" This was the first book I've read by Carly Phillips and I did enjoy it, and will read other books by her "
— Cindy, 1/16/2014" Light fluff - not too annoying and not too exciting. "
— Susan, 1/9/2014" Something about this book rubbed me the wrong way. I'm not sure if it is the way the book was written, if it was the main characters or the story itself, but I just couldn't get into the book. "
— Amanda, 12/20/2013" Cute fun read. Plot and characters aren't very well developed, but it is a terrific beach book. "
— Katie, 12/12/2013" DNF. I got to 55%. I was just not involved with the story. I found the plot extremely predictable, the characters just not exciting and the narrator was too mono tone for my taste. "
— Yodamom, 12/7/2013" Fun, easy, romantic read. Made me want to read next two in series. "
— Michelle, 12/7/2013" Pretty predictable, didn't really hold my interest. "
— Alicia, 9/1/2013" Kelly Ripa raved about this author - I've read some of her others books and they were good. This one was kinda boring. It's a read if you;ve got nothing better. "
— Dana, 7/17/2013" 3.5 Stars. Light summer read, story was okay. "
— Stephanie, 2/14/2013" Plot wasn't the best ever, but still a good read. "
— Kathy, 2/13/2013" Meh. Not one of my favorites. Skimmed a lot of the book. "
— Mer, 12/20/2012" Interesting story line. I'm not really into curses and such, but the book was still entertaining. Worth reading on through the series. "
— Trina, 11/22/2012" Iloved it the story line just hooks you right in "
— Jessica, 11/3/2012" So far I'm loving it! Carly Phillips is always a great read. "
— Tina, 9/21/2012" This read like Carly Phillips books used to. I loved it. Simply adorable. great for a quick afternoon read. "
— Lori, 1/27/2012" I did this as an audio book. It was a bit predictable but made for a nice listen for my ride back and forth to work. "
— Anne, 12/14/2011" Lucky Charm was light hearted and easy to read. Carly Phillips writes fun romance novels and this book was no exception. Derek and Gabrielle were sexy together...cold shower material. "
— Jennifer, 12/11/2011" 3.5 stars book for me. "
— Sherri, 9/14/2011" Cute. At times I really enjoyed it, but some parts of the plot were over the top - the whole "mystery" was so contrived and obvious. I'll probably read the rest of the series though, because I am a sucker for a series! "
— Rachel, 3/14/2011" I enjoyed it more than I expected to. I listened to the audiobook and the reader was excellent. "
— MRS, 3/8/2011" Interesting story line. I'm not really into curses and such, but the book was still entertaining. Worth reading on through the series. "
— Trina, 2/17/2011" The Corwin Curse is fun to read about...Quick and easy read. I'll plan to read the rest of the series. "
— Jennifer, 12/16/2010" Something about this book rubbed me the wrong way. I'm not sure if it is the way the book was written, if it was the main characters or the story itself, but I just couldn't get into the book. "
— Amanda, 12/6/2010" I did this as an audio book. It was a bit predictable but made for a nice listen for my ride back and forth to work. "
— Anne, 10/1/2010" So far.........YUMMY! <br/> <br/>Love the sex scenes! So does my hubby and he didn't even read them! "
— Connie, 9/17/2010" It took a bit to get into, but was enjoyable. "
— Deborah, 7/8/2010Carly Phillips is the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of over eighty sexy contemporary romance novels featuring hot men, strong women, and emotionally compelling stories her readers have come to expect and love.
Pepper Jackson loves getting swept away in a good audiobook, both as a narrator and a listener. She lives in Los Angeles, where she can be found actively searching for the best barbecue and queso replicas of her native land, Texas.