Slightly Engaged

January 30, 2006
Abby Foote, "Best Of" editor atMaine Life magazine, has a history of choosing the wrong guy. But when one of the latest in her list of disasters, Ted Puck, turns up murdered the day his engagement to someone else is announced, she becomes the prime suspect in this lighthearted romp from Senate (See Jane Date ). To complicate matters, Benjamin Orr, the lead detective investigating the case, also happens to be the guy Abby had a major crush on during her high school years. When two other ex-boyfriends report attempts on their lives and even Abby's co-workers and family are suspicious, she begins her own investigation. Readers will cheer Abby every step of the way as she tries to clear her name and find her prince for whom the glass slipper will finally fit.

February 1, 2006
Tracey Spadolini, the heroine of " Slightly Single" (2002) and " Slightly Settled" (2004), is in a healthy, committed relationship, cohabiting with her boyfriend, Jack. Though she's happy living with Jack, Tracey wants him to propose, and she's sure it's finally going to happen when his mother slips up and mentions he asked for a family diamond ring. Tracey expects the proposal any day, but Sweetest Day, then Thanksgiving, and then Christmas pass with no ring. Tracey starts to wonder if Jack is really going to propose or if he's gotten cold feet. While Tracey's marriage obsession grates on the nerves at times, her confusion about what she wants to do with her life rings true; and when she comes to a major realization about her career, it's a gratifying moment for both the reader and Tracey herself. Readers who liked the previous two books will flock to this one, and are likely safe in expecting another " Slightly" romp at some point in the future. (Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2006, American Library Association.)