Undressed

I was expecting a book entitled "Undressed", with a such a suggestive cover photo, to be a trashy romance novel with lots of sex and not much substance. Not so at all! This was a well-developed story about two police officers making changes in their lifestyles and career paths. Paul was trying to simplify his life and Lanie wanted more action and excitement in hers, and when they gradually fall in love, they must find the right balance to make their relationship work while still satisfying their respective career goals. Secondary characters round out the story well, and solving the crime adds adventure and depth to their plight. This story is romantic and sensual rather than overtly sexual. It is refreshing that the characters treated each other kindly and dialogue was very respectful, instead of the usual bickering and hostility found in other romances.

I found this treasure while at my local library. This is a fun love story of two police officers who find love in a small Colorado town. Lanie is leaving the Magestic police force and meets Paul her replacement from Miami. Lanie breaks her leg the night of her going away party chasing a suspect and Paul finds her and takes her the ER. The story of Lucille (Lanie mother) and Chief of Police Deutsch is sweet secondary romance. I plan to search out more of Stef Ann Holm novels.

My favorite books are the ones that involve romance and suspense. This has more romance than suspense but the small town and conflicting emotions in the characters made it a delightful read.Lanie Prescott just wants a fair shake at being a deputy but the other officers (especially the chief) are more interested in protecting her. So she resigns, and in comes Paul Cabrera, from Miami to take her place. Unfortunately, the night of her going away party she finds out that her new job isn't going to pan out after all. That same night she breaks her leg and meets her replacement. She has already rented out her place to Cabrera so she decides to stay with her mom while she is recuperating. But as things start to heat up with Cabrera she wonders if she is making the right choice moving on.I definitely recommend this book!

What a great book! It is going on my keeper shelf. A stong female lead and a sexy male lead with in-depth character development and great plot keep this story moving. It heats up with not only sexy love scenes but, before they even get together physically, hot under the collar flirting. You also get two romances for the price of one with Lanie's mother's story. Don't get me wrong, this is not another action/sex book. This is a good story that can hold it's own. Strongly recommend.

After four years on the Majestic, Colorado police force with no opportunities to prove her worth, Lanie Prescott accepts a job with the Ludlow Police Department. However, the night before she is to leave, a civil rights case filed by her predecessor holds up her reassignment. A stunned Lanie meets her replacement Paul Cabrera; the former Miami cop burned out from working domestic dispute cases. After putting her foot in her mouth she goes to her car only to see someone stealing her stereo. She gives chase in heels and breaks her foot.Majestic Police Chief Herb Deutsch may be a chauvinist when it comes to police work, but provides filing tasks that enable Lanie to bring in some income. As Paul begins to see her, Lanie falls in love with him and though she appreciates his show of support and belief that she can perform the duties of a real cop, she plans to go elsewhere to prove he is right.Fans of police procedurals that provide insight into how a small town department operates will enjoy this tale that includes a romantic subplot. Though the action is somewhat limited, broken ankle chase and all, the story line provides a deep look at Lanie and Paul, but also enables the audience to see how Chief Deutsch feels especially about a female cop on his team. The love story between the two officers adds warmth to this life of a cop tale.Harriet Klausner