Something Sweeter audiobook

Good book. Allison has come to Sweet to check out the woman her father plans to marry. Her parents' marriage hadn't been a good one, and she wants to make sure he isn't making another mistake. On her arrival in town, she spends a little time in the local bar, where she meets a super sexy cowboy. Jesse is the local vet and is at the bar with his brother. He has a reputation as the town playboy. He notices Allison right away, including the heat that flares up between them. I loved their first meeting, as Jesse "rescues" his engaged brother from the advances of the beautiful stranger. There's some serious flirting going on between them, and Jesse is ready to take it to the next level when she leaves him high and dry. Both of them get quite a shock the next day when they discover that his mom is engaged to her dad. I liked Allison. She is a wedding planner who is quite cynical about love. Her parents' marriage was a bust, mostly due to her mother's selfishness. She has also seen many of the "love matches" she has done the weddings for end up in divorce. She is very wary of the whole Wilder crew when she meets them, finding it hard to believe that they are for real. She is protective of her father and doesn't want to see him hurt. I enjoyed seeing her watch the interactions between all the Wilders. For all of her cynicism about marriage, when Reno and Charli's wedding runs into some snags, she steps in to help. This puts her into further contact with Jesse, who is determined to change her mind about the existence of true love.Jesse is fantastic. In the previous books, he is the brother with all the good advice. He helps his brothers through their relationship woes, while avoiding the same for himself. In this book we learn that he has a reason for that, which involves a promise made to his oldest brother who was killed in action a short time later. He feels it is his responsibility to make sure that they all have their happy endings before he can allow himself to look for his own. Jared has been a presence in all the books so far, as his place in the family is never forgotten. I loved the development of their relationship. It starts out simply, with Jesse determined to change Allison's mind about love. He doesn't have any intention of falling for her himself. It doesn't take him long to see the soft center inside her hard candy shell. It was sweet watching him bring out the softer side of her. At the same time, Allison begins to see that there is much more to Jesse than his public image as a playboy. She senses the conflict that he is going through and encourages him to share it with someone before it eats him up. As they grew closer, the attraction also heated up, until they couldn't resist any longer. Allison slowly begins to realize that not only is true love real, she is developing those feelings for Jesse. He is a bit slower to admit it to himself, and only after being on the receiving end of the same advice he gave his brothers. But it isn't an easy road to his dream of what could be when a crisis sends Allison back to Seattle and her fears come roaring back. I loved seeing how being around the Wilders changed her way of looking at things, and the effect it had on her handling of the crisis. Jesse had his own "aha" moment, thanks to his mom and brother. I loved his big moment at the end.I loved the close relationship among all the Wilders and how they are there for each other. It was great to see how they absorbed Allison into the group with such ease. It made it very easy for Allison to want to help with the wedding issues. I loved the teasing among the brothers, but also how they had no problem getting serious when it was required. Their reactions when Jesse finally opened up were great. I also enjoyed the various characters in the town of Sweet. The two old ladies were quite a trip, especially when they were around Jesse. It was great to see how so many of them got involved when Allison needed help to rescue the wedding from disaster.

This is my favorite in the series so far, and by a fairly wide margin. I think this is mainly because this is the first one where the Wilder boy wasn't an emotional coward, afraid of his own shadow. That's not a surprise, really, as Jesse has been the one giving the best advice to his brothers so far. And he shows here that he's not only capable of receiving their return, but that he can see his own way clear if you give him some time to think about things.And it didn't hurt, either, that I fell just a little in love with his strong cowboy ways layered over a heart as big as (say it with me, now) Texas. Candis Terry does a good job not just describing his soft heart, but goes farther to infuse it deeply into his character in a way that lets it shine in just about everything he does. You can see how Allison would crack under the sheer sincerity aimed her way.Allison is less engaging. I get the damage from her completely self-indulgent mother, but I don't get her cynicism from working with weddings. It doesn't help that she repeats (ad nauseam) the misleading statistic that half of marriages end in divorce, adding to the error by saying that she's seen as much herself. I call shenanigans on that, if only because she's young enough that only the most fragile marriages she's seen have had time to implode.Still, she's fun and engaging, and more or less exactly what Jesse needs—i.e. someone to challenge him when he gets cocky, dance with him when occasion arises, laugh with him in the good times, and pick up the pieces when he shatters. So while I didn't really cotton to her on her own, she's excellent for Jesse and that made her alright.I was also less than happy with Terry's finally revealing what was up with Jared before he died. (view spoiler)[Making it be about teh ghey not only comes across as trendy for its own sake, but the reactions were so very mono-chromatic that it ended up feeling rote, if not outright ritualistic. It felt more like posturing than anything real in the story, like Terry wants the cachet of showing how great she is with gay folks. This isn't helped by the similarly stereotyped gay friend/business associate of Allison's who brings the flowers to the wedding. Yes, I get the message. Terry supports gays. Yay. I'm so glad she got that off her chest. It might have been better if she'd actually done something with it besides just the barest skimming possible, however... (hide spoiler)]Anyway, the story was solid, though the outlines of it were predictable. I loved Jesse and Allison grew on me. The ending was touching and felt very real and made me laugh out loud a few times (in that strained, I have to laugh or cry I'm-just-so-happy kind of way). That all adds up to a solid four stars in my book, even if some elements weren't as engaging.A note about Steamy: Upper mid range for me. Three explicit scenes, though only the first was longer than a page (and lots longer at that). This is mitigated, somewhat, by having those scenes being important to their emotional relationship.

These Wilder brother's just keep getting BETTER and BETTER!! Jesse...what can I say...sexy and sincere with a HUGE heart...he captivates and completely steals the show in SOMETHING SWEETER. From that wicked smile down to his spurs...OH MOMMA!!And Allison was pretty awesome too. Candis knew she had to give Jesse someone special, and I say she gave him exactly what he deserved. Even being a romance cynic, she couldn't help but lick...I mean LIKE Jesse and his special brand of "Lessons in Romance".Candis Terry writes about that deep love that we are all searching for, with Jesse and Allison, she makes you believe in true love.If you love a romance series with Big Heart, you need to read the "Sweet" series by Candis Terry. You won't want to miss the fall of the Big and Bad Wilder Brothers!!Full review to come closer to release date.

Something Sweeter is a delightful jaunt into Sweet, Texas were an endearing romance blooms.Allison Lane, wedding planner, is coming to check out the woman that pulled her father into an unexpected engagement. What she finds is a family that sucks her in and a steamy Vet she can't stop thinking about.Former Marine and town Veterinarian, Jesse Wilder, is taken by the spitfire Allison Lane. The attraction explodes before they discover they are going to be step-siblings. Fun, sizzling and highly entertaining, Something Sweeter will captivate and indulge the romance lover in us all. Electrifying romantic chemistry and the most charming family ever envelops you in this fabulous hometown story. I found this story a perfect book vacation to Sweet, Texas.I received this ARC copy of Something Sweeter from Avon in exchange for a honest review. This book is set for publication June 24, 2014.Written by: Candis TerrySeries: Sweet, TexasSequence in Series: 3Page Count: 384 pagesPublisher: Avon Publication Date: June 24, 2014Rating: 4 StarsISBN-10: 0062237268ISBN-13: 978-0062237262Genre: Romance ContemporaryFind this book on: Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Blackraven's Reviews:What happens when a woman who doesn't believe in love crosses paths with a player who does? Fireworks. I loved Allison and Jesse's story, especially when I found out the burden Jesse had been carrying since his father and brother's death. It quickly becomes obvious that this player isn't all he's cracked up to be. He's anything but selfish and self-involved. Yes, he loves women, but he's no womanizer. He's a good man with a kind heart who will sacrifice his own happiness for his family. Read More. . . http://www.blackravensreviews.com/aut...

There are some companion series that I wish could go on forever; the Sweet, Texas series by Candis Terry is one of them. Her books always give me exactly what I love in a romance: effortless storytelling, low on the drama and angst scale, a story that focuses more on the growth of the relationship rather than what tries to beat it down; heroines I can connect to and relate with and heroes I always swoon for; a unique southern charm that infuses the pages and makes reading a breeze. Something Sweeter, the third book in the series, brings together Allison Lane, an event planner who doesn’t believe in everlasting love, and Jesse Wilder, the town’s veterinarian and former marine who, although he knows true love exists, can’t let it be his time yet. Sparks immediately fly between them, as well as a fun battle of wills, and things only get sweeter when the heart starts getting involved.Let me just say that I love big families, especially when they’re a family of hot, sexy cowboys, because that means I have many books ahead to look forward to. We’ve already gotten Reno and Jackson’s stories, and now it’s Jesse’s turn at love. Except Jesse doesn’t want it to be that way at all. The Wilder brothers were once a clan of seven, but the oldest brother died overseas as a marine and their dad died shortly thereafter due to a broken heart, leaving a gaping hole in their family unit. Ever since, Jesse has felt that it’s his responsibility to see to the happiness of his mom and his three brothers. As a way to ward off serious relationships, he dons the image of the town playboy, allowing rumors that aren’t even true to escalate. Allison has come to Sweet for one reason and one reason only: to make sure her father isn’t jumping headlong into a marriage mistake. Her parents had a terrible marriage, defined by her mother’s obsession with material possessions and her careless, callous attitude. So Allison wants to make sure that her father is marrying again for the right reasons, and that he has found a good woman. What she didn’t count on was the fact that said woman is actually Jana Wilder, and Allison is undeniably attracted to her son. When small town boy and big city girl first meet, before they realize who the other person is, the banter is instantaneous. Jesse can’t help but to flirt, and Allison gives it back in equal measure. When it comes to a couple’s chemistry, Candis Terry sure knows how to make it flow immediately. But it’s Jesse and Allison’s growth into friendship and soon more that I really enjoyed. With romances especially, time restrictions often cause a problem. Can we really believe that this couple will stay together after only knowing each other for a few months? For a couple like Jackson and Abby (from Sweetest Mistake), their back and forth is more reasonable because of the history already between them; with Jesse and Allison there’s very little drama, making their relationship much more realistic and believable. Almost every page is dedicated to their moving forward rather than backward. After Allison tells Jesse that she doesn’t think marriage can last, he takes it upon himself to prove to her that it can. This series of “dates” is really cute, and it even involves The Notebook at one point. :) Allison isn’t my favorite heroine of the series – that still belongs to Charli – but I loved her generous spirit and her loyalty to her dad. She wants to believe that she can find “the one,” but a life with her fickle mother has made her weary. As for Jesse, well, he just may be my favorite. He’s charming, flirtatious, and such a sweet talker: ‘Evening, ma’am.’ Jesse tipped his straw hat and grinned. ‘Oh. My. God. Get in here.’ She grabbed him by the shirt and pulled him inside. ‘Got news for you, darlin’.’ He leaned in and whispered in her ear. ‘I’m the one going down in flames.’ ‘Darlin’…’ His Texas drawl came out deep, smooth, and sexy as he propped his arm on the seat behind her and leaned in. ‘You can deny it till the cows come home, but you are as hot for me as I am for you.’ But it’s his heart that you’ll fall in love with. He cares about his family more than anything, and he’s even willing to forego his own happiness if that means they get theirs first, as misguided as that might be. He’s determined to show Allison that marriage can be forever, and I love a guy who desires a family and believes in love.I highly recommend this series if you’re a fan of the Travises by Lisa Kleypas, or if you like sweet summertime romances in general. It’s going to be a long wait for the next one, but as long as they keep coming I’ll be happy.This review can also be found at Love at First Page.

This is absolutely my favorite adult romance series. Candis Terry just has this way of pulling you in with her writing, her characterization, and her fun storylines! I love these characters so much and the small town feel just puts a huge grin on your face. There's so much warmth and love and the good people of Sweet don't hesitate in lending a helping hand when someone is in need of it. I really enjoyed Jesse's story and I was ecstatic we got to meet the youngest Wilder brother, Jake, as well as learn more about the eldest brother, Jared. Pacing: Always spot-on. I love how quickly I read these books. You'll immediately be charmed by these characters and desperate to find out how their stories end. Storyline: Not only is Jesse Wilder the town's veterinarian, but he is also known as the town playboy in Sweet, Texas. He's a fun-loving guy and we see that right from the start. Allie saunters into his life and she is quite the spitfire. She's only in Sweet for her dad, who is actually engaged to Jesse's mom. She wants to make sure she's legit, as her dad has been hurt in the past by her mother and doesn't want to see that happen again. Seeing how her mom treated her dad really messed Allie up, making her think that love doesn't really exist. After blowing Jesse Wilder off one night at the bar, she never expects to run into him again, especially at her step-mother to be's house. Jesse is determined to prove her wrong and show her that love is real and it can be lasting. He just never expected to fall for her in the process.... Characters: Even though everyone thinks Jesse is the town playboy, that's not quite true. He just never corrects them in their assumptions. He is carrying the weight of a secret and a promise he made to his eldest deceased brother and that really plays a great role in Jesse's story. He wants to fall in love, have a family, etc but doesn't think it's his time- he wants to ensure everyone's happiness first. I love how selfless Jesse is. We expect it from him in his profession, but I love that that's just who he is. Allie, while quite the cynic on love, actually has a really big heart. She jumps at the chance to help Charli and Reno when their wedding encounters a few kinks, despite her apprehension that the couple will even last. Spending time down in Sweet with the infectious Wilder clan will definitely change Allie's worldview and maybe even convince her that life really is sweeter and love does exist. Final Thoughts: Jackson is still my favorite Wilder, but I loved Jesse. I'm so excited for Jake's story and I can't help but hope his story includes a side character we've already met. Fiona, Jackson's ex-wife, is getting the next book and I'm excited to read that one too. These books will just make you smile, sigh deeply, and put a dopey look on your face while you're busy swooning over the romance. *Received a copy via Edelweiss and the publisher in exchange for a fair and honest review.*

review also found at http://kristineandterri.blogspot.ca/2...3.5 starsI received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher Avon via Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review. The expected publication date is June 24 2014.I did not realize when I requested this book that it was the third book in the Sweet, Texas series. I was able to read this as a stand alone however I do feel I missed out on the stories of the other Wilder brothers. I will need to go back and read them.This story does not stray from the formula that typically defines this genre. Boy meets girl...instant physical attraction....they can't be together for various reasons that make sense to only themselves....yet they can't stay away from each other. This is what I expected from this story and this is what I got. Delivered as promised.Terry does a great job with the chemistry between Allison and Jesse. It sizzles off of the page from their first meeting and continues to build momentum as the story continues. I must spend a little time talking about Jesse. The description of Jesse was downright drool worthy. He had the perfect eyes, the perfect chiseled body and a personality that put his amazing looks to the background. This is how I know this was fiction as I do not think such perfection is achieved in real life. He did have one downfall to put him among us mere mortals. He had long hair. Seriously who does that anymore? I think this fad went out in the nineties and it certainly isn't attractive. Then again maybe there are those out there that appreciate it so he would be perfect for them. Allison was the typical description. Short....why are they always short?... long hair and a body that is every mans dream. That is about all I remember as I had my focus on Jesse ;-)There are some steamy scenes in this story that should be enough to satisfy those who crave it. There was also a lot of more substantial parts that explored the family bonds of both Allison and Jesse. This was probably the best part in my opinion. The bond between the brothers is what made me really wish I had read the first two books.I enjoyed this read and I plan on exploring the rest of the Sweet, Texas series. I look forward to reading about the other droll worthy Wilder brothers!

The third installment of the Sweet, Texas series did not disappoint - it was just as sexy, heartfelt and enjoyable as the first two! Jesse Wilder has an undeserved (although uncontested) reputation for being a playboy, and his first encounter with Allison certainly encourages the image. However, he's more than selective about whom he chooses to spend his time with, and this veterinarian is shocked to find out the woman he kissed in a bar is the daughter of the man who plans to marry his mom.Allison is scoping out the Wilder family after her dad suddenly announces he's marrying someone he's only known a short while. She's busy in Seattle with a life of her own planning weddings and watching her sister lead the perfect life. Allison's not a fan of the "true love" idea, but she does love her father and wants to ensure he's okay. What she gets is a dose of reality when Jesse decides it's up to him to prove her wrong. He brings her around town, introduces her to the fun-loving cast we've gotten to know over the last two books, and we even get a scene that had me laughing so hard, I was wiping tears from my eyes! (Let's just say it was a luncheon gone horribly, horribly astray.) Jesse wants to show Allison that true love exists in Sweet, Texas...and by the end of it, I was once again wishing these Wilder brothers were as real as they seemed on the page. Sweet, at times emotional, and humorous - this is one novel (and series) not to be missed. Candis is an automatic pre-order author for me - I highly recommend she become one for you, too. Witty dialogue, flawless character development, realistic plot lines, down-to-earth heroes and heroines, and a strong family bond made stronger by shared loss and love...In my book, that's a clear winner. I'm looking forward to my next visit to Sweet, Texas!Five stars.Disclaimer: I was provided an eArc from the publisher in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

Something Sweeter is the perfect name for the latest addition to author Candis Terry's Sweet, Texas series.I love this series. The Wilder boys always guarantee a great story and I couldn't wait for Jesse's story.Allison is in Sweet for one reason, to figure out what is going on with her father and why he had decided to marry someone he barely knows. After witnessing her mother's relationships, Allison doesn't believe in love, much less love at first sight. She is in Sweet to protect her father. Enter Jesse Wilder, who's reputation makes him the least likely person to change her mind, but once the spark ignites, these two heat up the pages. The developing relationship between Jesse and Allison is fun and mix in all the family members and town folk that I was already in love with and this story was a win-win for me.I gave Something Sweeter 4 BIG HAPPY HEARTS! Fans of this series will love this story and if you aren't already reading this series, start now. This book can be read as a stand alone story, however I recommend reading this series in order, each book builds and pretty soon the Wilder's start feeling a little like family. If you are looking for a fun, sweet upbeat contemporary romance series, take a trip to Sweet, Texas!

Ohhh these books never fail! This is the third book in the Sweet, Texas series and I'm lucky enough to have read and reviewed them all! Candis Terry sure knows how to capture your heart and pull you into her stories! I was highly anticipating the release of this third book because I wanted to know what Jesse is up to! He's a tough (on the outside) vet with a soft spot for his family. Allison is very similar to him in that she cares deeply for her family, but puts up a tough exterior because of her past, and she doesn't really believe in love. Jesse takes this as a challenge and tries to teach Allison what love actually means. Throughout the book, they establish a fun, caring relationship, but each are still holding something back. As the story develops, we find out what they're running from and why they both think they shouldn't fall in love. Like I said above, Candis Terry definitely knows how to pull at your heartstrings! I read this series a little out of order (reading the 2nd one first), but I was immediately hooked! I couldn't wait to get to the rest! And now that I'm done with Jesse's story, I can't wait to read Jake's! Pagesofcomfort.blogspot.com

Something Sweeter is a fun foray into the heart of Texas, use of the endearment "darlin" present and as swoon-worthy as ever as it flows from the mouth of former Marine–and current veterinarian–Jesse Wilder. In addition to a slow-burning relationship between our lead couple, we’re also treated to the meddling, antics, and unwavering support of his brothers and his endearing mother, their playful familiarity allowing us to really snuggle into this story surrounded by the warmth of love and laughter on all sides. There’s plenty of conflict in the relationship between Jesse and Allison, but the drama is kept to a bare minimum, making this the perfect read for a lazy summer afternoon when a little heat and a whole lot of charm top the list of reader must-haves...Full review available at: http://supernaturalsnark.blogspot.com...

This is my first Candis Terry novel. I was lucky to win this in a contest [not a goodreads contest]. I am not usually a romance novel reader. I prefer more chicklit and am a huge historical fiction fan like Ken Follett. But this book was great. Right from the get go I was interested in Allison and right away I loved Jesse. God I wish that man was REAL! Everything about their chemistry worked. The sex scenes weren't nauseating~ I hate romance novel sex scenes and is probably why its not my favorite genre. But this book had it all and just the right amounts that was necessary to keep it interesting. Now that I have read one book of hers it has made me want to read more of her. So great job Candis Terry!