[.ca] Getting What You Want (ISBN 0821776126)

Memories of small town life:
I just finished reading "Getting What You Want" - I loved it! I can not wait to read the next one! Kathy's gift of writing shines through in this book. She described small time life in Maine perfectly. Her description of characters were reminiscent of characters in my own small town. I laughed, I cried. Kathy's book stirred up emotions that many people feel in their young school days. SHe described vividly how it is sometimes hard to forget how kids are treated in school. Most people do change and others, well, they never change. HOT, STEAMY, SEXY The love between Chase and Abby was incredible. YOu knew that they loved each other like no other. It wsn't just sex and you knew it from the start. WAY TO GO KATHY! This small time girl & Old friend is so proud of you!!! SMD

Memories of small town life:
I just finished reading "Getting What You Want" - I loved it! I can not wait to read the next one! Kathy's gift of writing shines through in this book. She described small time life in Maine perfectly. Her description of characters were reminiscent of characters in my own small town. I laughed, I cried. Kathy's book stirred up emotions that many people feel in their young school days. SHe described vividly how it is sometimes hard to forget how kids are treated in school. Most people do change and others, well, they never change. HOT, STEAMY, SEXY The love between Chase and Abby was incredible. YOu knew that they loved each other like no other. It wsn't just sex and you knew it from the start. WAY TO GO KATHY! This small time girl & Old friend is so proud of you!!! SMD

All around great romance!:
This debut book by Kathy Love has become one of my favorite books of the year so far. Truly, it was a great read and I can't wait to read about her sisters. When Abby Stepp comes home to Millbrook, Massachusetts after fifteen years away, she never knew that she would be so attracted to the town bad boy, Chase Jordan. Likewise, Chase never knew that he could find scientists so sexy. As they get to know each other, Abby has to reasses not only herself, but how she sees the town of Millbrook, a place she has previously associated with only pain and belittlement. But with Chase's help, she is starting to see that the citizens of Millbrook, who were once her cruel high school classmates, have grown up and moved on to bigger things that don't include making fun of others. Sure, not everyone has matured, but Abby certainly sees a new side of her old classmates when she moves back to town. This story has it all: romance, laughs, nostalgia, and growth. Abby truly grows as a character as she realizes that her present day classmates and her old images of them don't always coincide. Not only does she fall in love with an incredible man who loves her madly, but she falls in love with Millbrook. This is smalltown, U.S.A. at its best. This is truly a touching novel and you will really connect with the great characters of Chase and Abby. I was hooked from page one and I predict that any fan of romance will also be hooked.

A true romantic!:
I have not enjoyed a romance novel in quite a while. I have found lately most novels are missing the true element that keeps the reader's heart aching for more. Kathy Love has the secret! Her romance novel was one of the best I have read in a long time. She knew how to reach her readers. She enabled me to feel what her characters' are feeling. This is a true love story. I cannot wait to read more by Kathy Love. By the way, this was the very first time I have ever written a review. For many years, I have read many romance novels and have never been motivated to write a review. However, I had to share how much I really enjoyed this romance novel. Thank you Kathy Love!

A Sweet Romance:
Ms. Love's first story in her Stepp Sister trilogy is a heartwarming read that will touch the reader with its sentiment and heart. Abby Stepp has returned home for the first time since she graduated high school. Millbrook, Maine holds nothing but painful memories for Abby. She and her sisters were tormented by the popular kids, laughed at and ridiculed at every turn. But, she's back thanks to work and now she's not the geeky brainy, Stepp sister. She's grown and changed and has a boyfriend...well, Nelson's a comfort in any event, a fulfilling job, and the love of her sisters. She doesn't need anything else. So why is it when she catches a glimpse of bad boy Chase Jordan for the first time in fifteen years does her heart speed up? Thinking there is no way in the world this man will remember the girl she once had been...she's shocked when Chase does remember her. What can this mean? Chase Jordan used to be the popular guy in the class. He's made something of his life and he thinks he's happy...or at least mildly content until he sees Abby Stepp. She haunts him and no matter what he tries he can't stay away from her. They are not right for each other. She has a deep wounds from her past and he did play a part in the hurt she experienced. Still they can't stay away from each other. Does this relationship have a chance of surviving? Will Abby put her past to rest and grab a chance of happiness? Ms. Love tackles the concept of how are past truly shape the adults we become. This was a very entertaining and enjoyable read. This read will pull on all of your emotions but leave you truly satisfied by the final page. Ms. Love is an incredible talent and one I highly recommend.