The Bachelor

The Bachelor by Carly Phillips was a great quick read. Roman returns home because his mother is having heart problems. She asks that one of her three-bachelor son find a wife and give her grandchildren soon. Roman looses the coin toss and starts search his hometown for the perfect mother for his children. The chemistry, sub-plots and humor were wonderful. This is first book of the Chandler Brother Trilogy. I off to reach The Playboy (2nd book) The Heartbreaker (3rd book).

I could not put this book down. Yes its a bit cheesy and a light read, but the romance, passion, chemistry between Roman and Charlotte was what made this book worthwhile. The boy's mother...what a riot. Immediately after reading this I ran out and got The Playboy. The only problem is I will have to wait a few months for the third book.

If you're looking for something heavy and meaningful, don't read The Bachelor. However, if you're looking for something light, fun and sexy, I recommend The Bachelor.Charlotte Bronson (her dad named her since his favorite actor is Charles Bronson and even calls her "Charlie") has secretly been in love with Roman since High School. Roman also had an eye for her since those days.It is now 10 years later and both find themselves back in their hometown. The heat and sparks that come off of them whenever they are near each other was told well enough to have me turning the pages. We all know how the book is going to end but as any well read romance reader knows, it's not the getting there that is enjoyable to read about but WHAT they do in the meantime that is so wonderful to read.Ms. Phillips can write one sensual love story and make a pair of hand woven bikini panties the best sex tool I've read about in a very long time. If you're looking for a light and sexy love story, The Bachelor is not to be missed.

I have learned over the many years that I have been reading that you shouldn't expect every book you read to become your favorite. Many reviewers have claimed that they were disappointed with this selection. They read it because Kelly Ripa suggested it. I, too, am one of those people that read THE BACHELOR because it was recommended by Kelly. I bought the book to enjoy the fluff. That is all that "Reading with Ripa" promised. The books on her list don't require companion books to explain the premise. The selections don't make great promises to lure the reader to make huge life decisions. This book is intended for a quick summer read that is light and fluffy and easy to read. THE BACHELOR comes through.The story is fun and cute. Three brothers swearing off marriage and their mom who would do anything to get a grandbaby... It's funny and simple, the perfect beach book. Sit back, enjoy, and don't expect life-altering messages like Oprah, and you'll will love and anticipate the rest of the series!

I will agree with other reviews which state this book is predictable and not a "literary masterpiece", but I am rating it 5 stars. When I picked up the book I knew it was going to be light and fun, and that's exactly what I wanted! I wanted a book to get my mind off of things, and that's exactly what this book offered. If you are looking for a novel which will make you think, this is not for you. If you are looking for something to take to the beach, or if you are looking for a book which will take your mind off everyday details, this is it!