Whirlwind Blog Tour Review and Giveaway!

Book Description:

Love at first sight is a myth to aspiring journalist Melissa Williams, but when she meets Jason McAlister at a friend’s wedding, a Cinderella-like fantasy turns her no-nonsense world upside down. She sees in his penetrating blue eyes not just an evening, but a lifetime together that includes much more than a glass slipper and a kiss.  

Realizing she shared a few salacious emails with Jason months ago, a humiliated Melissa loses herself in the crowd, thankful he doesn’t know who she is. But he does know—and with a gentle touch and a steamy kiss, he soon picks up their flirtation right where it left off.  

As midnight strikes, Melissa succumbs to Jason’s sexy pull, unaware that a woman’s body has been discovered in the wake of the party. When evidence points to Melissa as the killer’s next target, the lines between fantasy and reality blur. She goes into hiding, charmed by one mysterious man and hunted by another.  

Cinderella lost a shoe—Melissa could lose both her handsome prince and her life.

Oh yes, I am excited to be a part of this book blog tour! First, it is hosted by the fabulous Missie of the Unread Reader and second because it stars my namesake, Melissa. Only thing missing is my very own Jason. Hm... I think I got the wrong package as he never came in the mail. *sniffs* I guess it is up to me to find my own (darn!). *sighs* Well, onto the review...

This book is a sweet contemporary romance with a bit of action thrown in for good measure. Melissa is a interesting character. In some ways quite strong, in others quite fragile. She can hold her own with the boys but does not think she is dating material, since none of the "boys" have ever asked her out. However, when she meets Jason, her best friend's brother, that view comes into question. Jason is smexy, sweet, and very romantic. Although they had fun on-line for a brief moment, it takes Melissa a while to figure out she is Jason's match. In fact she is so worried about the ending of the relationship, she almost ruins the present.

Melissa also has a great supporting cast of friends. People who will be there and back her in any decision she makes. Jason fits into this group like he was there all along which only makes her fret more about never seeing him again. Yes, there were times when I could have hit her upside the head (thank you Bender Bending Rodriguez for that phrase in my head) when she worried so much, but in the end it does make sense. There is an epiphany that comes to all readers as to why she is this way. I'm not telling you if she gets it *evil laugh* but at least it is there for the rest of us to make sense of her behavior.

I also should mention that throughout the book there is a looming dark figure we know as "Ron" who decides that Melissa should be his next victim. His twisted brain make for a good villain and there is a scene that is quite heart pumping. Hopefully our couple survives it, since you know I'm not telling. Wait for it... *evil laugh*

Oh I give this book 3 1/2 stars. It's a fun contemporary romance that is great for the summer months. Plus, who can deny a character named Melissa? Seriously who??? ;) Although I'm still waiting for my Jason to come (Missie... you forgot to give him to me), you will love his sweet and romantic side. I was given this ebook for review and no compensation was given.

About the author:
Originally from Arizona, Robin DeJarnett has lived most of her life in Northern California. A former engineer, computer administrator, and saleswoman, she draws on her experiences, as well as her love of travel and sports, to make her stories as realistic as possible.

When not writing, Robin is a cook, chauffeur, housekeeper, maid, life coach, travel consultant, psychologist, roadie, financial advisor, and EMT -- for her loving children and husband, at least.

Robin loves to hear from her readers. You can contact her through her website: http://robindejarnett.com/

Giveaway!

I have an ebook to giveaway! All you need to do is comment and leave your e-mail addy if it is not in your profile. I'll end the giveaway on the 17th at 10pm MST. Good luck!


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Tour Schedule:

Copies of Whirlwind will be given away at EVERY stop!

eBook giveaways are open internationally; Print books will be shipped to US addresses only.

June 6 (eBook Giveaway): Kickoff Interview and excerpt at The Unread Reader

June 7 (Print Giveaway): Geeky Blogger's Book Blog's reviews Whirlwind

June 8 (eBook Giveaway): Get a peek at a Whirlwind outtake at A Trail of Books Left Behind

June 9 (Print Giveaway): For What It's Worth reviews Whirlwind

June 10 (eBook Giveaway): Books and Things reviews Whirlwind

June 13 (Print Giveaway): A Tale of Many Reviews interviews Jason McAlister, Whirlwind's hero

June 14 (Print Giveaway): The Bookish Brunette reviews Whirlwind

June 15 (Print Giveaway): Robin discusses paranormal vs. contemporary romance at Supernatural Snark

June 16 (eBook Giveaway): See the settings in Whirlwind at My Love Affair with Books

June 17 (Double Stop Giveaway): Robin shares her thoughts on staying contemporary at Happily Ever After(print giveaway)Cheeky Reads reviews Whirlwind (e-book giveaway)

LIVE Chat with Whirlwind author Robin DeJarnett, plus eBook giveaway!