Blog Tour Review: Crikey A Bodygurad by Kathryn Freeman

Crikey A Bodyguard by Kathry Freeman

Published: 23rd April 2019

Publisher: Choc Lit UK

Pages: 329

Available on Kindle 

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Rating: 5/5

Blurb

She’s got the brains, he’s got the muscle …
When Kelly Bridge’s parents insist on employing a bodyguard for her protection, she’s not happy. Okay, so maybe not every woman is on the cusp of developing a vaccine against a potential biological terrorist attack – but crikey, it’s not like she’s a celebrity!

Ben Jacobs flunked spectacularly out of school, so he knows his new client Dr Kelly Bridge spells trouble for him. But on a conference trip to Rome he finds things are worse than he thought. Not only is he falling for the brilliant scientist, he’s also become horribly aware she’s in grave danger. As they go on the run, dodging bullets and kidnappers, can he resist his feelings and keep her safe?

Review

I’ve read quite a few books by Kathryn Freeman now and what I love most about them is that although they are romances and the endings are inevitable the journey to get there is always interesting. With unique settings, realistic characters and engaging storylines Kathryn freeman’s books are a joy to read. 

In Crikey, A Bodyguard, Ben Jacobs has been hired by the parents of Kelly Bridges to protect her. Kelly is a scientist on the verge of discovering a vaccine against smallpox, a disease which if released back into the world could have devastating consequences. She’s noticed she’s being followed so her parents aren’t taking any chances with the safety of their only daughter and Ben is employed to protect her. Kelly’s not happy with this arrangement at first but after a trip to Italy she realises Ben is easy to talk to, fun to be around and not to mention drop dead gorgeous. When Kelly’s safety comes into question the two of them find themselves thrown together as they try to stay undercover from the guys who want Kelly’s knowledge. The inevitable happens and they both develop feelings for one another but will the follow their hearts or stay away like their heads are telling them too.

I loved Ben and Kelly instantly. Ben with his handsome good looks, strength and confidence and Kelly also gorgeous but aware of it, deeply studious and intelligent and shy in social situations seem very different characters but one thing they share is their love of their work and its this strong work ethic which slowly shows them their not that different after all.

I loved everything about this book, the chemistry between Ben and Kelly most of all but I also loved the unexpected twists in the storyline which kept me wondering who was behind the bad guys. I also loved the ending as I didn’t find it too cliched for a romance, it was more like what would happen in the real world. If you haven’t read any Kathryn Freeman yet, then give this a go its one of her best and if you have then you’ll know what a treat you have in store.

Thank you so much to the publishers for sending me a copy to review and to Rachel’s random Resource’s for inviting me to be part of the blog tour.

About the Author

A former pharmacist, I’m now a medical writer who also writes romance. Some days a racing heart is a medical condition, others it’s the reaction to a hunky hero.

With two teenage boys and a husband who asks every Valentine’s Day whether he has to buy a card (yes, he does), any romance is all in my head. Then again, his unstinting support of my career change proves love isn't always about hearts and flowers - and heroes come in many disguises.

Social Media Links –

Website:  http://kathrynfreeman.co.uk

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kathrynfreeman

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/KathrynFreeman1

UK - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07P43K6RH

US - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P43K6RH

Giveaway

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Blog Tour Review: A Little Christmas Charm by Kathryn Freeman

A Little Christmas Charm by Kathryn Freeman

Published: 16th October 2018

Publisher: Choc Lit UK

Pages: 267

Available on Kindle

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Rating: 4/5

Blurb

Would you swap sea and sunshine for tinsel and turkey?
Gabby Sanderson is used to being let down – even at Christmas. Which is why she’s happy to skip the festive season completely in favour of a plane ticket and sunnier climes.

But this Christmas could be different, because this time she might not be spending it alone. Can Owen Cooper charm Gabby into loving Christmas in the same way he’s charmed his way into her life, or is he just another person who’ll end up disappointing her?

Review

Gabby Sanderson has been used to spending Christmas alone, preferring to jet off somewhere exotic rather than drown herself in tinsel and turkey. So when she starts an office romance with Sales Director Owen Cooper it looks like Gabby is about to share her Christmas holiday with someone else. As the big day approaches more and more obstacles appear preventing Own from joining Gabby on the beach. But has he charmed her enough for her to consider spending Christmas with him, his elderly father and his wannabe daughter Zoe and have the full on Christmas experience or will she board that plane alone again.

This is the second book I’ve read by Kathryn Freeman and it was a joy to be back immersed in one of her stories. Gabby and Owen’s romance is full of chemistry despite Gabby’s reluctance to completely open herself up to her feelings. This additional storylines in this book gave it much greater depth than just a romance. These characters all felt very real to me and I love how Kathryn Freeman has portrayed the vulnerabilities of both Gabby and Owen perfectly.  Their concerns about elderly parents and trying not to disappoint young Zoe, while finding time for their own fun are issues facing most of us at Christmas time and it was good to read about the realistic solutions they came up with.

I loved the addition of young Zoe who really added to the Christmas feel of this book and her interactions with Owen’s father were lovely to read about. Introducing Faith for A Little Christmas Faith was a great idea too as I now have this book on my Christmas reading wish-list.

This is a lovely Christmas romance which had me completely absorbed from the start with lovely characters and plenty of fun moments making it the perfect read for this time of year.

Thank you so much to Choc Lit for sending me a copy to review and Rachel’s Random Resources for organising this blog tour.

About the Author

A former pharmacist, I’m now a medical writer who also writes romance. Some days a racing heart is a medical condition, others it’s the reaction to a hunky hero.

With two teenage boys and a husband who asks every Valentine’s Day whether he has to buy a card (yes, he does), any romance is all in my head. Then again, his unstinting support of my career change proves love isn't always about hearts and flowers - and heroes come in many disguises.

Social Media Links –

Website:  http://kathrynfreeman.co.uk

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kathrynfreeman

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/KathrynFreeman1

Amazon UK - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Little-Christmas-Charm-Choc-Lit-ebook/dp/B07GNL7VN8

Giveaway

Win a paperback copy of A Little Christmas Faith by Kathryn Freeman (Open Internationally)

*Terms and Conditions –Worldwide entries welcome.  Please enter using the Rafflecopter box below.  The winner will be selected at random via Rafflecopter from all valid entries and will be notified by Twitter and/or email. If no response is received within 7 days then I reserve the right to select an alternative winner. Open to all entrants aged 18 or over.  Any personal data given as part of the competition entry is used for this purpose only and will not be shared with third parties, with the exception of the winners’ information. This will passed to the giveaway organiser and used only for fulfilment of the prize, after which time I will delete the data.  I am not responsible for despatch or delivery of the prize.

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Blog Tour Review: Oh Crumbs by Kathryn Freeman

Oh Crumbs by Kathryn Freeman

Published: 12th June 2018

Publisher: Choc Lit 

Pages: 358

Available on Kindle

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Rating: 5/5 

Blurb

Sometimes life just takes the biscuit …
Abby Spencer knows she can come across as an airhead – she talks too much and is a bit of a klutz – but there’s more to her than that. Though she sacrificed her career to help raise her sisters, a job interview at biscuit company Crumbs could finally be her chance to shine. That’s until she hurries in late wearing a shirt covered in rusk crumbs, courtesy of her baby nephew, and trips over her handbag. 

Managing director Douglas Faulkner isn’t sure what to make of Abby Spencer with her Bambi eyes, tousled hair and ability to say more in the half-hour interview than he manages in a day. All he knows is she’s a breath of fresh air and could bring a new lease of life to the stale corporate world of Crumbs. To his life too, if he’d let her. 

But Doug’s harbouring a secret. He’s not the man she thinks he is. 

Review

I have a few novels by Kathryn Freeman on my kindle sadly waiting to be read, Oh Crumbs is the first novel of hers I’ve read, something which needs to be remedied shortly as Kathryn Freeman is a true gem of a storyteller, I was hooked on Abby and Dou’s story from the very first page.

Abby’s had a tough start in life losing her mum at thirteen she’s had to help her dad bring up her four younger sisters. Despite all the extra work and chaos of living with a big family Abby has been determined to better herself and has finally earned herself a business degree. At a job interview for a personal assistant to the Managing Director of biscuit company Crumbs, Abby meets Doug and there’s an instant attraction between them. Abby bumbles her way through the interview in her clumsy talkative way and is surprised and over-joyed when she’s offered the job.

Doug hates every working minute being at crumbs and would much rather be in his studio painting, so he’s taken by surprise when his new personal assistant turns out to be attractive and fully of enthusiasm and ideas for the company. He longs to take Abby in his arms and kiss her but somethings holding him back.

I instantly loved Abby and Doug and the dynamic between them is so cute to read about, although they are complete opposites. Abby is so full of love and chatter and expressing her emotions comes naturally to her. She’s been the mother figure to her four sisters so has learnt to stand her ground and make her ideas heard. She’s passionate about business and loves her new job. Doug is shy and reserved and has spent much of his life alone avoiding his rigid and rich family. He hates his job as although he’s the managing director his overbearing father ensures his no power and no freedom. Their instant chemistry and flirty banter mixed with reluctance on both sides makes the perfect mix for a great romance.

My favourite parts of this story all took place in Abby’s family home and involved her sisters. Teenage girls are hard characters to get right and Kathryn Freeman has done a wonderful job with the creation of Sally, Holly and Ellie. The interaction between them is spot on and I loved their cross-examinations of Doug, their cheeky innuendo's and Sally’s secret crush.

Oh Crumbs was for me a perfect story with a believable developing romance between Doug and Abby and enough background dilemmas and complications to carry the story along. It’s story full of love and laughter that is sure to put a smile on your face.

Thank you so much to the publishers Choc Lit and to Netgalley for sending me a copy to review and to Rachel’s Random Resources for organising the blog tour.

About the Author

A former pharmacist, I’m now a medical writer who also writes romance. Some days a racing heart is a medical condition, others it’s the reaction to a hunky hero.

With two teenage boys and a husband who asks every Valentine’s Day whether he has to buy a card (yes, he does), any romance is all in my head. Then again, his unstinting support of my career change proves love isn't always about hearts and flowers - and heroes come in many disguises.

Social Media Links –

Website:  http://kathrynfreeman.co.uk

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kathrynfreeman

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/KathrynFreeman1

Purchase Links

Amazon UK - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crumbs-Choc-Lit-Kathryn-Freeman-ebook/dp/B07BYDG51M

Amazon.com https://www.amazon.com/Crumbs-Choc-Lit-Kathryn-Freeman-ebook/dp/B07BYDG51M

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*Terms and Conditions –Worldwide entries welcome.  Please enter using the Rafflecopter box below.  The winner will be selected at random via Rafflecopter from all valid entries and will be notified by Twitter and/or email. If no response is received within 7 days then I reserve the right to select an alternative winner. Open to all entrants aged 18 or over.  Any personal data given as part of the competition entry is used for this purpose only and will not be shared with third parties, with the exception of the winners’ information. This will passed to the giveaway organiser and used only for fulfilment of the prize, after which time I will delete the data.  I am not responsible for despatch or delivery of the prize.

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