Jade Bennett couldn't be happier to escape her past for the quiet ranching town of Sunshine, Idaho. Plus, there's nothing like working for veterinarian Dell Connelly. And though Dell has no intention of settling down, Jade's strength and sass are enticements no red-blooded male can resist.
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"Shalvis delivers another winner with this passionate and uplifting yarn." ---Publishers Weekly
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Jill Shalvis is the author of several popular series including the Lucky Harbor Series (It Had to Be You; Always on My Mind; Forever and a Day); the Animal Magnetism series (Rescue My Heart; Animal Attraction; Animal Magnetism), the Wilders series (Instant Attraction; Instant Temptation; Instant Gratification), and the Sky High series (Strong and Sexy; Superb and Sexy; Smart and Sexy). Her baseball-themed romances include Slow Heat and Double Play, and she also appears in anthologies such as He’s The One.
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New York Times Bestselling author Jill Shalvis wrote RESCUE MY HEART and FOREVER AND A DAY, along with many other romance novels including her acclaimed Lucky Harbor series. The Rita winner and 3-time National Readers Choice winner makes her home near Lake Tahoe. Visit her website at http://www.jillshalvis.com for a complete book list and daily blog, and http://www.facebook.com/jillshalvis for other news.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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One thing about Jill Shalvis' books is she brings the characters to life from the moment you first meet them. In Animal Magnetism (bk 1), we meet Jade, the well dressed but private, spreadsheet addicted, office assistant/organizer/book-keeper of Dell's large animal clinic. (I was intrigued by Jade, I really wanted to know her story, it was obvious she was hiding a hurt or something). Dell, the easy going, fun loving, unorganized, laid back animal loving ALPHA, who doesn't do relationships...PERIOD, he never lets a woman leave him, he leaves first. A match made in heaven..NOT!!!
For 18 months Jade and Dell have ignored the chemistry and attraction sizzling between them. Jade because Dell doesn't do relationships and her stay in Sunshine has always been temporary, she is there to heal from an experience she had at home in Chicago. She plans to return to Chicago as soon as she is healed to help with her family business. Dell has "good-bye" issues, mostly because of time spent in foster homes, he has "love em and leave em" down pat. BUT there is something about Jade that calls to him, but he refuses to give in because he knows she's leaving. The "tit for tat" flirtatious banter between Jade and Dell is some of the funniest I've read. Jade has a dry, quick wit (reminds me of me) and Dell doesn't know how to handle a woman who doesn't fall for his sexy charm. I have to say, I did cry for Dell, he has some demons to work through and when he's ready, the person he needs hasn't figured out what she is doing with her life, my heart broke with his every time he tried to get Jade to see there was a place for her with him.
In book one, Animal Magnetism, I loved the camaraderie of Dell, Adam and Brady. Three big, sexy men who give each other hell, but you can tell they have an unbreakable bond and love each other. I am so glad we got to see more of it in AA. Added into the guys banter was Lilah, she is still giving them hell and trying to play matchmaker between Dell and Jade.
Animal Attraction is a fun, steamy, emotional read with an engaging cast of characters. I loved both the H/h, the secondary cast is funny, loving and meddling. AND we get more animals that come close to stealing the spotlight from the H/h, Peanut the parrot, Gertie the St Bernard and Bones the abandoned kitten. ABSOLUTELY adorable!!! I love the way JS includes the animals in this series, I could vividly see each of their personalities.
NOW to wait for Adam's story, I have a feeling his is going to be even more emotional, along with being a funny and HOT one!! I also wonder....will we see more of Sam, Jade's cousin??????
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For 18 months Jade and Dell have ignored the chemistry and attraction sizzling between them. Jade because Dell doesn't do relationships and her stay in Sunshine has always been temporary, she is there to heal from an experience she had at home in Chicago. She plans to return to Chicago as soon as she is healed to help with her family business. Dell has "good-bye" issues, mostly because of time spent in foster homes, he has "love em and leave em" down pat. BUT there is something about Jade that calls to him, but he refuses to give in because he knows she's leaving. The "tit for tat" flirtatious banter between Jade and Dell is some of the funniest I've read. Jade has a dry, quick wit (reminds me of me) and Dell doesn't know how to handle a woman who doesn't fall for his sexy charm. I have to say, I did cry for Dell, he has some demons to work through and when he's ready, the person he needs hasn't figured out what she is doing with her life, my heart broke with his every time he tried to get Jade to see there was a place for her with him.
In book one, Animal Magnetism, I loved the camaraderie of Dell, Adam and Brady. Three big, sexy men who give each other hell, but you can tell they have an unbreakable bond and love each other. I am so glad we got to see more of it in AA. Added into the guys banter was Lilah, she is still giving them hell and trying to play matchmaker between Dell and Jade.
Animal Attraction is a fun, steamy, emotional read with an engaging cast of characters. I loved both the H/h, the secondary cast is funny, loving and meddling. AND we get more animals that come close to stealing the spotlight from the H/h, Peanut the parrot, Gertie the St Bernard and Bones the abandoned kitten. ABSOLUTELY adorable!!! I love the way JS includes the animals in this series, I could vividly see each of their personalities.
NOW to wait for Adam's story, I have a feeling his is going to be even more emotional, along with being a funny and HOT one!! I also wonder....will we see more of Sam, Jade's cousin??????
check out more of my reviews at
bookpimps dot com
and
naughtycougartales dot com
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By michelle
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I'm a sucker for small town stories and add to that three sexy brothers working with animals? What we got here is a fun contemporary romantic read. I am never disappointed with a Jill Shalvis contemporary and Animal Attraction is no exception.
I fell in love with both Jade and Dell right from the beginning. Jade moved to Sunshine, Idaho eighteen months before the story began. She went through a very traumatic experience and left Chicago to escape her family and her memories, though she eventually planned to go back home. When Animal Attraction began, she was working as a receptionist in an animal clinic and had about a month left in Sunshine before she leaves for home. Dell was Sunshine's sexy veterinarian. Animals love him (and vice versa) and the ladies love him more. On the outside he was friendly with a ready smile for everyone but he doesn't let anyone too close except for a few friends. Both have trust issues and do not let people get too close but for different reasons. I like that they have that in common. They are also reluctant to start anything because Jade is leaving and it was great watching them fight their attraction to each other. It was great watching them get together--their chemistry was great.
I also really liked the relationship Dell has with his brothers, especially Adam. It was fun seeing them interact and give each other a hard time. I am looking forward to reading Adam's book--I think I already know his heroine. I did wish that there was some dialogue (or some kind of resolution) between Dell and his mother. There were a few scenes between them and I know the issues in their relationship cannot be resolved quickly but it felt like that secondary story line was left hanging.
The writing and the pacing was great. The dialogue felt authentic to the situation. There is also great humor in this one. Animal Attraction is the second book in a series but it can be read as a standalone. I myself did not read the first book but after reading this book, I am definitely moving up Animal Magnetism (Brady and Lilah's book) up my to-be-read pile. Brady and Lilah were super cute in this book.
If you're looking for a fun contemporary read, you should definitely check out this series and Jill Shalvis (if you haven't already). Animal Attraction is a light, fun, sexy read and highly entertaining.
**Reviewed by Michelle for Michelle & Leslie's Book Picks book blog.**
I fell in love with both Jade and Dell right from the beginning. Jade moved to Sunshine, Idaho eighteen months before the story began. She went through a very traumatic experience and left Chicago to escape her family and her memories, though she eventually planned to go back home. When Animal Attraction began, she was working as a receptionist in an animal clinic and had about a month left in Sunshine before she leaves for home. Dell was Sunshine's sexy veterinarian. Animals love him (and vice versa) and the ladies love him more. On the outside he was friendly with a ready smile for everyone but he doesn't let anyone too close except for a few friends. Both have trust issues and do not let people get too close but for different reasons. I like that they have that in common. They are also reluctant to start anything because Jade is leaving and it was great watching them fight their attraction to each other. It was great watching them get together--their chemistry was great.
I also really liked the relationship Dell has with his brothers, especially Adam. It was fun seeing them interact and give each other a hard time. I am looking forward to reading Adam's book--I think I already know his heroine. I did wish that there was some dialogue (or some kind of resolution) between Dell and his mother. There were a few scenes between them and I know the issues in their relationship cannot be resolved quickly but it felt like that secondary story line was left hanging.
The writing and the pacing was great. The dialogue felt authentic to the situation. There is also great humor in this one. Animal Attraction is the second book in a series but it can be read as a standalone. I myself did not read the first book but after reading this book, I am definitely moving up Animal Magnetism (Brady and Lilah's book) up my to-be-read pile. Brady and Lilah were super cute in this book.
If you're looking for a fun contemporary read, you should definitely check out this series and Jill Shalvis (if you haven't already). Animal Attraction is a light, fun, sexy read and highly entertaining.
**Reviewed by Michelle for Michelle & Leslie's Book Picks book blog.**
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
Animal Attraction
Reviewed by Ann & posted at Under the Covers Book Blog
Jill Shalvis is known for her small town romances where she is able to infuses such heart and heat into one of her books - ANIMAL ATTRACTION is no exception!
Jade Bennett escapes her past when she comes to Sunshine, Idaho but instead her problems are of another matter when her boss, Dell Connelly snags her attention. As a veterinarian, Dell has that soft-hearted thing going on along with this roughened exterior. Put that together and it makes for a very appealing hero. But added to that is Shalvis' unique writing that makes this book such a fun read!
I enjoyed this book a lot. It was sweet, with just that added bit of heat that made this book such an easy read. I have to praise Shalvis and the way she wrote Jade because in the first book, I wasn't sure how I would like her. She was prickly and stern, but in this book we get a better idea of her past and I loved seeing her come out of protective shell. Dell coaxes the true Jade out and I loved how their relationship was a slow build.
Already, I am looking forward to Adam's story! I hope it's going to be another keeper!
Reviewed by Ann & posted at Under the Covers Book Blog
Jill Shalvis is known for her small town romances where she is able to infuses such heart and heat into one of her books - ANIMAL ATTRACTION is no exception!
Jade Bennett escapes her past when she comes to Sunshine, Idaho but instead her problems are of another matter when her boss, Dell Connelly snags her attention. As a veterinarian, Dell has that soft-hearted thing going on along with this roughened exterior. Put that together and it makes for a very appealing hero. But added to that is Shalvis' unique writing that makes this book such a fun read!
I enjoyed this book a lot. It was sweet, with just that added bit of heat that made this book such an easy read. I have to praise Shalvis and the way she wrote Jade because in the first book, I wasn't sure how I would like her. She was prickly and stern, but in this book we get a better idea of her past and I loved seeing her come out of protective shell. Dell coaxes the true Jade out and I loved how their relationship was a slow build.
Already, I am looking forward to Adam's story! I hope it's going to be another keeper!
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5.0 out of 5 stars
The perfect beach-read romance.
Dell is an easy going small-town vet who cares for everything and everyone, from ferrets to horses, as well as his estranged mother who abandoned the family when he was a boy. Read more
Published 7 days ago by someproseandcon
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ANIMAL ATTRACTION
These books are light reading and very enjoyable. Amazon is a great place to purchase books they have a great selection.
Published 1 month ago by suzieque
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good continuation of the story
I enjoyed this book and really liked the way the author built the main character's previous traumatic experience into the story. Read more
Published 1 month ago by SG1156
5.0 out of 5 stars
Moving and gripping while making you laugh too
This story grabs you from the first page and never lets you go. I simply could not put it down. Jade's journey to find out who she really is after a traumatic experience is... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Houston Mom
5.0 out of 5 stars
Animal attraction
Love her books. Always funny, sexy and great characters. The brothers are so nice and manly. Love the animals also.
Published 1 month ago by Jo Lynn Guillory
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loved, loved, Loved
This book was all I come to expect from ms. Shalvis writing emotion, comedy, romance and overall to fall in love as the characters do.
Now it's on to book 3
Now it's on to book 3
Published 2 months ago by Elena Moreno
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love Jill!!!
I have been a fan of Nora Roberts books for years, very light reading...fun...but I was always very loyal to her and unwilling to branch out to other authors. Read more
Published 2 months ago by 2 girls and a boy ;)
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow
Jill Shalvis has provided an awesome trilogy with her Animal Magnetism stories! Three sexy brothers and the women who match them perfectly!
Published 3 months ago by HDLadyRider
4.0 out of 5 stars
More romance and laughter
(originally posted in my goodreads)
A great and adorable reading with more romance, more laughter and more falling in love. Read more
A great and adorable reading with more romance, more laughter and more falling in love. Read more
Published 4 months ago by busbedhev
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great read!
You'll want all the series, go ahead and get them! Realistic characters, runs the bases, fun, romance, angst, sadness, drama, and more.
Published 4 months ago by Jennifer M Forant
