Published: Sep. 07, 2011
Words: 92,437 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781466049932

Short description

To get rid of an annoying ex friend, Julia Mendoza begs a complete stranger to pretend he's her boyfriend without recognizing the cheeky surfer as the Augustine Heir. From her first meeting with Christophe Augustine, life takes a sudden detour from her workaholic agenda much to the delight of her boistorous Latino family.

Extended description

Julia Mendoza is driven by the success of her business. Since her husband Carlos passed away at such a young age, her business By Design is her number one priority. In her late twenties she works too hard and doesn’t take time out for fun. Annoyance with a pesky ex-friend has her begging one of the local surfer’s with a cheeky smile in the grocery store to pretend he’s her boyfriend. Suddenly, life takes a sudden detour from her business plan; much to the delight of her boisterous Latin American family.
Christophe Augustine is groomed to take over his father’s successful chain of luxurious hotels. With a wealthy French-American background, Chris has been given privileges that not many have. He works hard, plays harder but seeks approval and recognition above all else. Family is a top priority for him as he fights for custody of his young brother. His parent’s divorce has not diminished his faith in romance. When a gorgeous Latino woman changes one boring morning into an int.. (Read more) Julia Mendoza is driven by the success of her business. Since her husband Carlos passed away at such a young age, her business By Design is her number one priority. In her late twenties she works too hard and doesn’t take time out for fun. Annoyance with a pesky ex-friend has her begging one of the local surfer’s with a cheeky smile in the grocery store to pretend he’s her boyfriend. Suddenly, life takes a sudden detour from her business plan; much to the delight of her boisterous Latin American family.
Christophe Augustine is groomed to take over his father’s successful chain of luxurious hotels. With a wealthy French-American background, Chris has been given privileges that not many have. He works hard, plays harder but seeks approval and recognition above all else. Family is a top priority for him as he fights for custody of his young brother. His parent’s divorce has not diminished his faith in romance. When a gorgeous Latino woman changes one boring morning into an interesting game of role play, though reluctant to help at first, he soon realises she’s not like the string of other women he’s known.
A romantic first date ending dramatically doesn’t stop Chris from wanting to know Julia more. And for Julia, she’s all for a bit of fun but when things get too serious she’s running the other way. Too alike, in some ways and complete opposites, in other ways, Julia and Chris fumble through fun moments, annoying confrontations, passionate times and heartbreaking revelations.
Love has no boundaries when soul-mates meet but when one is ready to love and the other one isn’t...
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Tags

romance, multicultural, womens fiction, fun, chick lit, contemporary, latino, miami, humorous, beach read, dramatic, alpha male, summer read, french american

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Review by: J.J. Black on Aug. 02, 2012 :
An excellent story,with well developed characters. It isn't often a book will truly draw you in where when the characters hurt you really can almost feel there pain. I highly recomend this book!
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Review by: Crystal Sworden on March 25, 2012 :
Wasn't sure what to make of the story at first since I have no experience reading anything from this author. I read the brief overview, and was very interested in reading the book then got sidetracked along the way. When cleaning out my reader I came across the story again and decided to read it. I was not dissapointed with the story or how it was written/told. It was a book once I picked it up I wasn't able to put it down. Loved it!
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Review by: Brooke Moody on Jan. 11, 2012 : (no rating)
This book had me in by the first chapter. I loved the way it started and seemed like it was going to be a light and easy romantic contemporary. As you read further however, Suzan delves into heartbreaking territory with twists and turns until a much anticipated and deserved HEA. Looking forward to more books from Suzan Battah!
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Review by: Jessa Callaver on Jan. 08, 2012 :
I wasn't sure if I was going to like this read when I first began it. By the end however I was hooked and really enjoying the ride. The writing was a little loose and flabby in spots where, if tightened, it could have made the more dramatic scenes pop, and, at times, mid-text POV switches and more telling than showing drew the reader out of the moment. But overall, this was a sweet story with twists and turns and layers enough for the most adventurous reader of romance. Battah creates some powerful scenes in a relationship between two people that she makes neither easy nor cut and dry, electing instead to show the true complexities of modern romance. She allows her characters their nuances and contradictions, and I applaud her for it - for their humanness as portrayed. A solid start, I look forward to reading more from this author!
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Review by: rita sheppeard on Nov. 13, 2011 :
I have never been into romance novels,but when i picked up Mad About the Boy i have really enjoyed it.Once you pick up the novel ,you can't put it down because the plot is engaging.Highly Recommended.
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Review by: Sonia on Nov. 12, 2011 :
This book took me into the story as if I was there, I could see and feel the characters struggles and love for each other. It's well written and I connected with Julia as if she is a real person. Good on you Suzan Battah, I am waiting for more novels from this author. Highly recommend if you enjoy romantic comedy with a bit of drama. It's well worth the read.
(reviewed the day of purchase)

Review by: zaroof57 on Nov. 11, 2011 :
Beautifully written multicultural love story. Lots of imagination. Mad About the Boy is now a favorite of mine. Loved it, can't wait for the more books from this author.
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Review by: dawn bergeron on Sep. 11, 2011 :
One of my favorites. Loved it!
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