Can't Get Enough

This sequel to PG County was a genuine page turner. Although it could stand on its' own, having read the prequel gave us the history and background we used to relate to the characters' strong feelings and actions. We identified the main theme being conflict, but at the end, the word resolution was in order. Reading the personal growth of each character was a good way to "close" the drama in Silver Lake (or so we think). Postive or negative, we thought each character reaped what had been sown; in addition, with all of the emotion emitted throughout the book, we could personally connect to the characters in some way. At the end, we couldn't get enough of Mrs. Bentley and all her neighbors in Silver Lake.

After reading P.G. County, I was anxiously awaiting the release of the latest book. I enjoyed catching up with each of the characters from the previous novel as well as the introduction of the new people in this storyline. Connie Briscoe is a wonderful writer and the characters are well developed along with the intriguing plot. I, for one, would love to read a sequel to the P.G. County saga. Barbara Joe-Williams Author of, "Forgive Us This Day"

In P.G. County, you couldn't help but feel sorry for Barbara Bentley, but in this book, your cheering for her; In this book, she's gotten sober, sexy and savvy as a part time real estate agent, and a new interest which has turned the tables on her hubby, who know doesn't know what to do; Jolene comes back with a roller coaster of her own; licking her wounds and missing her now the well is dry ex hubby, and plots to get him back from Pearl with no success; And a mysterious countess builds a major mansion in the neighborhood which has everyone guessing her identity; Juicy, racy and bound to keep you turning the pages;

Few can do it better than Connie Briscoe and in Can't Get Enough she proves she's at the top of her game. The novel picks up where P.G. County left off and resumes the story of Barbara Bentley, wife of philanderer Bradford, and her equally enthralling co-residents of a wealthy Washington, D.C. suburb. Barbara is trying to cope with life as a rich businessman's wife -- is she happy with the high-end shopping, the swanky parties, and does she really have to continue putting up with catty Jolene, her hubby's former flame? Life is about to get interesting as Barbara takes up a new interest - selling real estate. Then there's Pearl, a hefty yet sincere single mother that has caught the attention of Patrick, Jolene's ex-husband. If only Jolene would stick her nose in her own business, maybe she'd really find true happiness, instead of finding herself getting into deeper trouble. And who can forget the new neighbor on the block -- the beautiful and mystical Veronique, a baroness who brings lots of rich tales and drama to the lives of her new friends. Both amusing and delectable, Can't Get Enough is a pleasing and spirited novel - one that may entice and surprise you with its climatic twists; and one that includes all the ingredients of a perfect summer read.

Well, it's finally here, Connie Briscoe's CAN'T GET ENOUGH, which is the sequel to P.G. County. After reading it, I can truly say the folks in P. G. County just can't seem to get enough. They continue to be embroiled in each other's lives, playing "keep up with the Joneses" and let's hide my little secret this week. You will wonder aloud if some will ever learn from past indiscretions. Ms. Briscoe adds a new twist: royalty moves into Silver Lake. The excitement has all the residents trying to figure out who it is and how to get on the guest list to the housewarming party. This new resident is none other then a Baroness, and she wastes no time getting to know her neighbors. The women all vie for her friendship as they spend time giving her all the juicy details and gossip about the neighborhood. What they don't know is the Baroness is planning some retribution of her own. Just who is her intended target? The Bentleys return in this story with Barbara making her mark in the working world. She has new friends, a new wardrobe, and a whole new attitude. Her husband, Bradford, is in for the time of his life; the new Barbara seems to be a challenge for him as the tables have now turned. Jolene Brown, who still craves being rich and respected by any means, has lost the one man who truly cared for her. She realizes a few trysts too late just what she had. That realization doesn't sit well, as she begins to brew up some trouble of her own for her husband and his new girlfriend. Sadly, they have a hard time sustaining their relationship much less entertaining the antics of a scorned wife. Connie Briscoe has crafted yet another intriguing saga about the inhabitants of Prince George County. Candidly written and expertly put together, Briscoe shows exactly why she makes a great storyteller. This book has something for everyone to love or hate, be it in the form of the self-made millionaires like the Bentleys, the do-it-yourselfers like Pearl, or the social climbers like Jolene. They all presented some very real issues to discuss, like living with and after adultery, being overweight and dating, revenge and jealousy, and blending families together. Integrating a couple more characters to the fray with a few surprise twists added just the right touch to keep me interested and reading into the night. This book could possibly stand on its own, but why spoil the fun? Read the first book also. Reviewed by Brenda M. Lisbon of The RAWSISTAZ™ Reviewers