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When a Texan Gambles (Wife Lottery, #2)
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3.5 stars
I have to admit I'm kind of disappointed in this one. Mostly because I loved Bailee's story and this was just ok.
Moving along we now follow Sarah and Sam on their journey...
The Bad News(For me!)
Were the things I didn't like:
Sarah
Sarah annoyed me to no end. I can't even begin to count how many times she said I'M FRAGILE. For real! She's constantly trying to find things to dislike about Sam, so she can keep him at arm's length. And then her transformation into a tough girl...Really? She was my biggest problem in the book.Here's something I didn't like:
“My shortcomings seem a far lesser problem in this marriage than yours, if you don’t mind me saying.”
That's when my dislike started.
The Superman Effect
I think Sam was shot about 5 times in space of two weeks here. He just gets drunk, she tends to him and voila! He walks off like nothing's happened the next day. Surgeons have better watch out! Once everyone knows it takes so little to heal, they'll be buying Jack D. for insta-cure in no time.
The Angel Syndrome
The idolization of Sarah was very evident here. Sam constantly thought of her as an angel, as perfect. He's even told, repeatedly, he doesn't deserves her. He eventually acknowledges that as true.
The Good News
Sam
Even though he was a jerk at times, he grew on me. He's not as good as Carter, just as Sarah is nowhere near Bailee, but he's a great hero. An (in)famous bounty hunter, he is despised wherever he goes. Now he wants an angel to save him. I just wish we were told more about his past and his reasons for becoming a bounty hunter. He also has sweet moments.
“Then let me stay blind, Sarah.” He pulled her to him. “You are the closest I’ll probably get to heaven.”
The Theorem of Quirkiness
This book still had great lines and moments of humor. Just less than in book 1.
"She was either under the bed or folded into one of the dresser drawers.
He found little comfort in discovering his new bride might be insane as well as armed. But bad luck had been running a wide streak through his life lately, so he did not bother to be surprised by the possibility."
"Granny always told her never to marry a man unless you love him something fierce and can’t help yourself, ‘cause men are like apples, they don’t do nothing but rot once you take them home."
“I guess you and I are just meant to marry criminals. Sarah confessed to murdering Zeb, and my girl dreams of being the highest-paid hooker in Texas.”
And even this, because he finally calls her on it...
“Don’t drop me ... I’m fragile. I’ll die!”
“No, you won’t. I promise. You’re about as fragile as I am lucky.”
LOL
I also like the style of writing, it makes the book easy, and yes, enjoyable to red, even when some things bother you.
Just a Confusing Factor
First, I remember reading in book 1, it was said Sam went to fetch a fancy lawyer. It didn't make sense in this storyline.Which is pretty minor, but I simply noticed it here.
Also I had a bit of a problem with the suspense plot. It seemed kind of disconnected and Frank never felt like a natural part of the story. I guess he was meant to illustrate Sam's kindness, but it was odd.
Overall, I liked it, but I preferred Texan's Wager and am now moving on to Lacy's story
I have to admit I'm kind of disappointed in this one. Mostly because I loved Bailee's story and this was just ok.
Moving along we now follow Sarah and Sam on their journey...
The Bad News(For me!)
Were the things I didn't like:
Sarah
Sarah annoyed me to no end. I can't even begin to count how many times she said I'M FRAGILE. For real! She's constantly trying to find things to dislike about Sam, so she can keep him at arm's length. And then her transformation into a tough girl...Really? She was my biggest problem in the book.Here's something I didn't like:
“My shortcomings seem a far lesser problem in this marriage than yours, if you don’t mind me saying.”
That's when my dislike started.
The Superman Effect
I think Sam was shot about 5 times in space of two weeks here. He just gets drunk, she tends to him and voila! He walks off like nothing's happened the next day. Surgeons have better watch out! Once everyone knows it takes so little to heal, they'll be buying Jack D. for insta-cure in no time.
The Angel Syndrome
The idolization of Sarah was very evident here. Sam constantly thought of her as an angel, as perfect. He's even told, repeatedly, he doesn't deserves her. He eventually acknowledges that as true.
The Good News
Sam
Even though he was a jerk at times, he grew on me. He's not as good as Carter, just as Sarah is nowhere near Bailee, but he's a great hero. An (in)famous bounty hunter, he is despised wherever he goes. Now he wants an angel to save him. I just wish we were told more about his past and his reasons for becoming a bounty hunter. He also has sweet moments.
“Then let me stay blind, Sarah.” He pulled her to him. “You are the closest I’ll probably get to heaven.”
The Theorem of Quirkiness
This book still had great lines and moments of humor. Just less than in book 1.
"She was either under the bed or folded into one of the dresser drawers.
He found little comfort in discovering his new bride might be insane as well as armed. But bad luck had been running a wide streak through his life lately, so he did not bother to be surprised by the possibility."
"Granny always told her never to marry a man unless you love him something fierce and can’t help yourself, ‘cause men are like apples, they don’t do nothing but rot once you take them home."
“I guess you and I are just meant to marry criminals. Sarah confessed to murdering Zeb, and my girl dreams of being the highest-paid hooker in Texas.”
And even this, because he finally calls her on it...
“Don’t drop me ... I’m fragile. I’ll die!”
“No, you won’t. I promise. You’re about as fragile as I am lucky.”
LOL
I also like the style of writing, it makes the book easy, and yes, enjoyable to red, even when some things bother you.
Just a Confusing Factor
First, I remember reading in book 1, it was said Sam went to fetch a fancy lawyer. It didn't make sense in this storyline.Which is pretty minor, but I simply noticed it here.
Also I had a bit of a problem with the suspense plot. It seemed kind of disconnected and Frank never felt like a natural part of the story. I guess he was meant to illustrate Sam's kindness, but it was odd.
Overall, I liked it, but I preferred Texan's Wager and am now moving on to Lacy's story
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Started Reading
February 10, 2012
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February 10, 2012
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Finished Reading
August 15, 2014
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Feb 12, 2012 01:42AM
LMAO over the "Superman Effect"! Ha! Loved your review. ☺
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Lisa Kay wrote: "LMAO over the "Superman Effect"! Ha! Loved your review. ☺"Thanks!
It really bothered me how Sam's injuries were so downplayed. He was shot so many times in this book and other than the fever of 1st time it doesn't bother him much at all. Hurts a bit, but then he's up and running. Unrealistic.
Yeah, I think JT had her tongue firmly in her cheek on this one. I was like, WTH, too! ☺
Really loved your review. This is exactly how I felt about the book. It just had a lot of unrealistic scenes but wasn't all bad
