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Summary: One of the best contemporary romances of the year!
Review: After finishing this book, I immediately rushed to the RomanceWriters of America website and nominated it for Book of the Year. Theauthor did a terrific job with a very complex and moving story. The "making-of-a-movie" setting was fresh and intriguing. Everything about the book rang true for me. The primary romance was sexy, sweet, and totally believable while the secondary romance won my heart as well. This is a fantastic book. If you like Nora Roberts, I strongly urge you to give this book a read!
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Summary: Skip it -----
Review: I am a fan of Suzanne Brockman; however, I must disagree with most of the other reviewers. This book was VERY lacking in the 'punch' and 'power' of Ms. Brockman's other books (SEALS). The constant humiliation of the primary character was over done. I skipped to the end of the book just to end the pain. I advise readers to PLEASE not judge Ms. Brockman's work on this novel only. She is an excellent storyteller --- unfortunately, her talents aren't exhibited in this book.
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Summary: You will not be disappointed-
Review: I devoured this book. I read an excerpt, and then I could not rest until I had the book in my hand and finish Kate & Jed’s story. Kate is a producer/writer who has had a hard time with her body that had matured faster than that of her friends. She was humiliated and suffered abuse from the other kids in school. She has made a tenuous peace with her past and with her ex-husband and as a result, is now working on a wonderful project. She is producing a movie that she wrote, and come hell, high water or Jericho Beaumont this movie is going to be perfect. Jed is a man running from his emotions. His acting career has dried up and Kate’s movie is his one last chance to be considered a serious actor. He comes from an abusive past and has struggled to put the memories of shame and abuse behind him. He has overcome alcohol & drug addictions, and now 5 yrs later is prepared to humble himself and take on the greatest role of his career. This is an interesting story. I enjoyed the interactions between the characters. I did find the constant 24/7 references a bit tedious. There were some other things that got in the way of making this a 5 star read, but over all I enjoyed reading this story and look forward with great anticipation to reading the “Bodyguard”.
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Summary: A Moving Story!!!
Review: I have been a long time fan of this author. This is the first time I have read one of her older books. Previously I've only read were her SEAL team books. This book on the other hand went much deeper and really delved into a very touchy subject and that is substance abuse. In "Heart Throb" our hero is a recovering alcoholic and prescription drug abuser. This is so different from the "perfect" hero that we normally find in the romance genre. As a result we are able to see what kind of conflict comes from this kind of life. Jed or Jericho is not perfect in life, but he had been perfect on the big screen. Then he hit rock bottom and finds that his ticket back to the A list in a movie called "The Promise". Problem is the producer of the movie Kate does not trust him as far as she can throw him. This is her movie and even though Jericho is the real life version of her hero on screen she can't run the risk that he will ruin everything by taking a drink. Kate's problem though is she finds herself attracted to Jericho and she knows that this could be the biggest mistake of her life is she allows herself to act on those feelings. Ms. Brockmann does not tie up this romance all nice with a pretty bow. She allows both of them to experience a wide range of feelings one of which is mistrust on Kate's part. She would not be true to real feelings if this issue was ignored. As a result this was a much deeper romance and as a result of this much better. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is not afraid to have a touchy topic as a backdrop for a story.
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Summary: A Moving Story!!!
Review: I have been a long time fan of this author. This is the first time I have read one of her older books. Previously I've only read were her SEAL team books. This book on the other hand went much deeper and really delved into a very touchy subject and that is substance abuse. In "Heart Throb" our hero is a recovering alcoholic and prescription drug abuser. This is so different from the "perfect" hero that we normally find in the romance genre. As a result we are able to see what kind of conflict comes from this kind of life. Jed or Jericho is not perfect in life, but he had been perfect on the big screen. Then he hit rock bottom and finds that his ticket back to the A list in a movie called "The Promise". Problem is the producer of the movie Kate does not trust him as far as she can throw him. This is her movie and even though Jericho is the real life version of her hero on screen she can't run the risk that he will ruin everything by taking a drink. Kate's problem though is she finds herself attracted to Jericho and she knows that this could be the biggest mistake of her life is she allows herself to act on those feelings. Ms. Brockmann does not tie up this romance all nice with a pretty bow. She allows both of them to experience a wide range of feelings one of which is mistrust on Kate's part. She would not be true to real feelings if this issue was ignored. As a result this was a much deeper romance and as a result of this much better. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is not afraid to have a touchy topic as a backdrop for a story.
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Summary: With one or two exceptions, I liked this book alot!
Review: I have never read anything from this author, but this book made me want to go searching for her previous works. There was one thing that bothered me about this book, and it may seem like knitpicking, but the author repeatedly used the phrase 24/7, she even ended the book with 24/7. This phrase is dated and considering the characters ages totally childish. I did enjoy the bantering and the secondary characters, but the premise of the main character having to guard her eventual lover was a bit preposterous. Maybe I should have given it 3 stars after all.
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Summary: Never wanted it to end.
Review: I have read Suzanne Brockmann's "Heart Throb" twice now. I am in love with the character Jericho Beaumont, a washed up movie star trying to find his way back from abuse. The way he is described physically and emotionally throughout the book make you want to put your arms around him. Kate O'Laughlin, Jericho's producer, is a strong woman yet still has compassion and heart. There is humor and sexual intensity. It was not predictable reading and I could not put the book down, even the second time I read it. I searched this site for her other books in hopes of recapturing her style of writing. This book is worth reading again so, sorry I will not be selling it!
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Summary: Award winning writer from a star of romance!
Review: I just hopped over to Romance Writers of America's site and nominated this book for Favorite Book of the Year. If it doesn't get RWA's top award of the year, the RITA, I will be shocked. Always a compellilng writer, Suzanne Brockmann has outdone herself this time!
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Summary: My first Suzanne Brockmann book, but definitely not my last!
Review: I loved the book, Heartthrob! I thought the author did an excellent job of showing how conflicted a recovering alcoholic can be. I also loved the conflict between Jud and Kate. Sparks flew between them. All the characters were well developed and I found I couldn't put the book down until I read the whole thing! It was a disappointment when I reached the last page, I wanted more! This book made me want to read more of her work. Thanks for sharing your talent with us, Suzanne!
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Summary: One of the best contemporary romances IMO
Review: I originally borrowed this book from the library and after taking it out again 2 more times, went out and bought a copy -- for this book is definitely a keeper. The author creates a believable story from a fantasy -- a relationship with a celebrity once voted "sexiest man alive." From the fantasy any woman might have about such a man, Brockmann weaves a poignant, funny, and ultimately credible plot with well-developed characters, good love scenes, and a point of view which does not hit you over the head -- which is the damage done to us by our families and the self-destructive paths we pursue. The male protagonist -- Jericho-- is so well written that even after you finish the book you can remember his thought processes and feelings as described. This is especially true in such scenes as the one is which his bodyguard handcuffs him to a bed and then leaves him -- the anger and anguish and embarassment just flow off the page, as do his feelings for the heroine. The secondary characters are also well fleshed and contribute to the main story line. Although I generally prefer romances with a lot of humor, this book has stayed in my own library when many humorous romances have gone to the trading pile. This book is a fine example of the writer's craft and is not to be missed.
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