The Good, the Bad, and the Sexy

This is a terrific contemporary romance, with lots of humor and well-developed characterizations. I loved the fact that Emily Carmichael has created an original plot, with the heroine as the owner of a dude ranch, rather than recycling standard plotlines. She uses the western setting to great effect, whether it is a scene of tenderfoots in the wilderness or romance under the stars. Ms Carmichael also does a terrific job with the children of the hero and heroine so that they are completely formed, believable kids whose feelings and dialogue ring true. The hero and heroine are two of the most likable, three-dimensional characters ever and it is a pleasure to read about them - and to reread this book again. Definitely a keeper!

This book had mixed reviews, so I was a little hesitant...but it was wonderful. There was a lot of sexual tension, but in an innocent, powerful way. A hard one to put down because you get so involved with the characters.

I've read several of Emily Carmichael's books and my favorite has always been Jezebel's Sister. The Good, the Bad and the Sexy is even better. I can't remember when I have enjoyed a book so much. I have found myself reading and smiling and laughing. If you want a good, pick-me-up book - open The Good, the Bad and the Sexy. I don't know how Ms. Carmichael will top this one, but I know she will. Highly recommended and highly enjoyed.

The teenage daughter of movie star Jackson Stone runs off with a rock star, causing a scandal. To avoid the press, Jackson takes his daughter on a camping trip and meets Rachael, a ranch owner with a son of her own. Jackson talks Rachael into letting him and his daughter hide out at her ranch, and the humor begins. Jackson's antics as he learns how to work on a ranch are entertaining. Rachael's denial of her feelings for Jackson are classic romance, but not trite because she doesn't want to become a movie star groupie. The kids are likeable and funny, adding to the family atmosphere that develops as they skirmish with each other and unite against their parents. And what happens when people finally start recognizing Jackson? Overall, this was an enjoyable and orginial story. My only complaint is that the ending was a bit abrupt and a tidy.

When movie star Jackson Stone once again has to rescue his wayward daughter from one of her never ending escapades, he decides he's had enough for a while, and he and Cherie need some time to theirselves, and to let the media hoopla die down. He drags Cherie, with her Morticia Adams look, and sexy grunge clothes, to camp out with him in Arizona. But when Jackson falls and sprains his ankle, and Rachel Marsh, the sexy owner of the Lazy M ranch comes to his rescue, the brain child is born for him to kill two birds with one stone: he can become incognito as a cowboy on her ranch, and he can get to know the sexy Miss Marsh. Rachel Marsh is doing quite well raising her som Sam, but when Jackson Stone offers her a good deal of money to play at working for her, she can't turn it down. She's got no use for the movie star and his smart mouthed daughter, but hey, he's paying her. This was a wonderful, sometimes laugh out loud, sometimes very touching story. Jackson's daughter Cherie, and Rachel's son Sam soon form a relationship, both determined to change the other, and quickly become as close as siblings. Rachel and Sam soon discover that they are most definently attracted to one another, and in close proximity, it's hard to fight. They're drawn together, on the rocky road to love. In The Good, The Bad, And The Sexy, Ms. Carmichael does a wonderful job of focusing on the humor, the angst, the frustration and the joy of relationships. With the children, and with Jackson and Rachel. This book was joy to read, and the pace starts fast and doesn't let up. For you contemporary fans, don't miss this wonderful story!