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Gimme Some Sugar by Molly Harper Series: Southern Eclectic #3
Published by Gallery Books on April 2, 2019
Genres: Contemporary Romance
Pages: 304
Format: eARC
Source: NetGalley
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Lucy Brewer would never have guessed that her best friend, Duffy McCready (of McCready’s Bait Shop & Funeral Home) has been in love with her since they were kids. Fear of rejection and his own romantic complications prevented Duffy from confessing his true feelings in high school, so he stood by and watched her wed Wayne Bowman right after high school. Wayne had always been a cheapskate, so it comes as no surprise when he suffers a fatal accident while fixing his own truck.
Even as her family and friends invade Lucy’s life and insist that the new widow is too fragile to do much beyond weeping, Lucy is ashamed to admit that life without Wayne is easier, less complicated. After all, no one knew what a relentless, soul-grinding trudge marriage to Wayne had been. Only Duffy can tell she’s hiding something.
In need of a fresh start, Lucy asks Duffy to put his cabinet-building skills to use, transforming the town's meat shop into a bake shop. As the bakery takes shape, Lucy and Duffy discover the spark that pulled them together so many years ago. Could this finally be the second chance he’s always hoped for?
Once again Molly Harper “writes characters you can’t help but fall in love with” (RT Book Reviews) in this charming and entertaining love story.
A couple of years ago I moved east and south, which is all new territory for me. It’s given me a better appreciation of the southern flavor of the Southern Eclectic series. Gimme Some Sugar is my favorite in this contemporary series. There is a feisty new female to love – Lucy, a child and we get to learn more about Duffy. There are also plenty of characters from previous books and the town.
Lucy has had some tough breaks but she’s not taking it anymore. Instead of saying, “Bless her heart” she is telling it like it is to those crazies. But she has a child to protect when others only care about themselves. Plus she is opening a bakery; who doesn’t love treats?
Duffy is not exactly what I expected from the other books, but I was happy to know him better. He has some personal growth which is wonderful to see. Overall, the young adults are growing up and making good in their lives.
About Molly Harper
Molly Harper worked for six years as a reporter and humor columnist for The Paducah Sun. Her reporting duties included covering courts, school board meetings, quilt shows, and once, the arrest of a Florida man who faked his suicide by shark attack and spent the next few months tossing pies at a local pizzeria. Molly lives in western Kentucky with her family.
She has written many great series including Jane Jameson, Naked Werewolves, Half-Moon Hollow, Sorcery & Society, Mystic Bayou, Bluegrass and Southern Eclectic.
I read all types of books but my favorites are urban fantasy and romantic suspense.I like some romance and some action / adventure / mystery in everything.I like sex in my books but please, only between TWO people.Intimate conversation is equally important to the sex in a book.It lets me see the characters.The other thing I enjoy is humor.
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I’m eager to get Duffy’s story. Glad his lady love is a winner. Yeah, as a northerner in the south, you probably really notice the regional stuff. 🙂
Lucy is the bomb-diggity. She manages to protect her son without disparaging his father or grandmother. I respect her so much.
Terrific review, Anne! I agree about Duffy really evolving. This is such a fantastic series, and I’m happy you enjoy it too.
Thanks! Molly Harper always is fun.
Glad to see you are enjoying southern hospitality. Welcome to my neck of the woods.
It’s fun.
I can’t wait to start this series! I’m sure moving south was a cultural adjustment, Anne. Wonderful review ?
It hasn’t been as much of an adjustment as I expected. Probably because I am very well traveled and have friends from all over. I hope you enjoy!
I love books with southern flavor and settings. This sounds perfect for me!
It is quirky small town with a bit of a mystery like the cozy with southern flavor and romance. There’s a bit of something for everyone.
I love settings in the south. It’s so unique to USA. Book sounds like a great read. Thanks Anne! ?
I love regional cultural flavor and the food of the region kind of things. It’s fun.
I really liked this one – probably most of all. Lucy is an awesome character. I love your “bless your heart” comment!
It’s my favorite and I love, love Lucy. There’s a need for tact but when it affects your child’s safety you can’t just ignore the issue.