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Beneath the Surface: The Matchmaker, Book 1 [Paperback]

Gracie C. McKeever (Author)
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)


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June 28, 2006
The Matchmaker, Book 1: Angela Calminetti, mother of five, New Age practitioner and gifted psychic and telepath, is proud of her family ties and does everything she can to make sure that all of her younger siblings are as happy in love and marriage as she is. . .whether they want her to or not. Note: Each book is written to stand alone. ~~~~~ BENEATH THE SURFACE: Former Madison Avenue ad exec EJ Vega just landed a seven-figure advance from Renegade Publishing. Older sister Evelyn convinces him he needs a fashion makeover before he goes on his first national book tour and has just the person in mind to turn his wardrobe inside out. EJ, too late, recognizes the handiwork of his oldest, matchmaking sister Angela, and by the time he realizes what he's gotten himself into, a very hot and uptight personal shopper has invaded more than just his wardrobe; she's invaded his soul. From a broken home and driven by past demons, Tabitha Lyons is the proprietor of flourishing Lyons Style, Inc. and knows success when she sees it. In EJ she sees not just success, but sexy and sin with a capital "S." She doesn't want to turn his wardrobe inside out as much as she knows EJ will turn her world upside down...

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4.5 Stars: "Beneath the Surface is a phenomenal start to the matchmaking talents of Angela Calminetti, EJ’s sister. McKeever shows that the bond between EJ and Tabitha will be long-lived and everlasting. And that the two are each others pretty match. Beneath the Surface is an outstanding book that is captivating. I definitely recommend this for readers." —Chantay, Euro Reviews

4.5 Blue Ribbons: "Beneath the Surface is a wonderful beginning. This couple has a fiery relationship both in and out of the bedroom and readers won’t be able to get through the pages fast enough. The love scenes are full of desire and fraught with sensuality. McKeever has penned a book that will have readers desperately seeking the next volumes in the series." —Angel, Romance Junkies

4.5 Roses: "Gracie C. McKeever has compiled one wonderfully enjoyable read full of rich, full characters. This story will make you laugh, shed a few tears and make you wish the next tale was available. The witty banter and complex characters make Beneath The Surface an engrossing read. McKeever has a new fan in this reviewer and I eagerly await her next tale." —Noemi, A Romance Review

4.5 Hearts: "This is really a feel-good love story with slight paranormal elements and with graphic language and spicy sex scenes. This reviewer became immediately engrossed with this tale and slurped it right up in one marathon session. Once again, Ms. McKeever has shown a deft touch with her prose and characterizations and produced a wonderful tale. This reviewer looks forward to the future installments in this series and will enjoy visiting the zany Vega family again and again!" —Leah, LoveRomancesandMore.com

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 308 pages
  • Publisher: Siren Publishing, Inc. (June 28, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1933563184
  • ISBN-13: 978-1933563183
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,342,651 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Gracie C. McKeever is an author from the Bronx. Aside from several side trips along the way she's lived and worked her entire life in the Big Apple (most of it two train stops away from the House that Ruth built...Go Yanks!)

She has been writing since the ripe old age of seven when two younger brothers were among her earliest, captive audience for various short story readings and performances.

An eclectic and voracious reader whose audience has grown outside of the supportive family members, she's had the great fortune of being able to incorporate two of her favorite passions and talents - reading and writing - as a book reviewer for several online e-zines both as a regular staff member and freelancer.

Her short stories, novellas and poetry have seen exposure in various lit and art magazines and other venues - online and in print. Of particular note, her short story LEAP OF FAITH can be found in Zane's anthology, Caramel Flava 2: Sensuality. Also, heard over the airwaves on KFJC's morning show, Dancing In The Fast Lane With Ann Arbor (Unbedtime Stories) out of Los Altos Hills, CA (NEW LIFE INCOGNITA was the story of the month for March 2000.). She's also proud to be a member of the ("Worlds' Oldest Active Homeless Paper") Street News family and has seen numerous articles, poems and novel excerpts published within its pages as well as having had a poetry reading on Pseudo On-line Network (Street News Review).

In 2001 Gracie caught the erotica bug, sinking her teeth into her first erotica e-book for a review, and hasn't looked back since, an instant affinity for the genre spawning her first erotica title, BENEATH THE SURFACE, published in 2006 by Siren Publishing, Inc.


 

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Klovers! Courtesy of CK2S Kwips & Kritiques, December 18, 2006
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Jennifer Ray (Nashville, TN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Beneath the Surface: The Matchmaker, Book 1 (Paperback)
EJ Vega never stood a chance. Not that he wanted to, anyway, after meeting Tabitha Lyons. It doesn't take long for him to figure out that his matchmaking older sister Angela, who just happens to be psychic, has somehow finagled a plot to throw him in frequent intimate contact with the beautiful fashion consultant. But he isn't complaining about the match - the moment he lays eyes on her he realizes they are destined to be together. The trouble is going to be convincing the skittish Tabitha of that fact.

Tabitha Lyons is used to being alone, even comfortable with it now. After growing up in foster homes and a disastrous relationship, her life is better that way. All she needs is her work - until she meets the sexy author EJ Vega, that is. A few minutes with him and she knows he is trouble, bound to shake up her orderly world and leave her changed forever.

Until this month, I had not read any of Gracie C. McKeever's work, but I quickly devoured both of her books I received for review this month. After reading the other book first, I immediately turned to The Matchmaker, Book 1: Beneath the Surface. As much as I loved the other story, I adored Beneath the Surface!

I have to say, I wasn't sure quite what to expect after reading the blurb for this one, but it just knocked my socks off. The paranormal element is ever present, and a key part of the plot, but it never feels like a paranormal story. It feels very realistic, with the familiarity of a story that is strictly contemporary, lending the psychic talents wielded by EJ and his sister more credibility.

EJ Vega is the perfect love interest for the withdrawn Tabitha. Simultaneously steady and patient while also powerful and dynamic, he is just what the doctor ordered to draw her out of her self-imposed social exile and into a passionate romance.

The large Vega clan promises several entertaining sequels in this series, and I know there is already one released, which I will be working to get in my hot little hands just as soon as possible!

Series Order:
Beneath the Surface: The Matchmaker, Book 1
Terms of Surrender: The Matchmaker 2
Manifest Destiny [The Matchmaker 3] (Siren Publishing)

Connected Story:
Spells Cast in Shadows
(This book is not part of The Matchmaker series, but contains crossover characters from 'Manifest Destiny'. While 'Manifest Destiny' can be easily comprehended and enjoyed without reading 'Spells Cast in Shadows', the story in 'Manifest Destiny' will be greatly enhanced by reading 'Spells Cast in Shadows' first.)
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 Flags - Euro Reviews, Reviewers, July 29, 2006
This review is from: Beneath the Surface: The Matchmaker, Book 1 (Paperback)
Eric James (EJ) Vega was an ad executive that left the hustle of his nine to five behind for a career as an author. He's excited and ready to exhale in doing what he loves best, writing. EJ has a publishing deal with Renegade and a book that is generating its fair share of buzz. With his impeding success, EJ's sister Evelyn somehow convinces him he needs a new wardrobe and fast. He is going to have to do book tours and he has to look his absolute best. So, Evelyn hooks EJ up with fashion stylist Tabitha Lyons.

Tabitha Lyons owns her own company Lyons Style, Inc and she is a successful fashion consultant who is at the top of her game. When she first meets Eric James Vega she knows the man is trouble with a capital T. He's too sexy and too cocky all of which serve to turn Tabitha on. Eric James has the power to effect Tabitha's libido like no other. As much as she tries to resist him and his charm, she finds herself more and more intrigued by the man. Even though the two of them seem like night and day they still make a great pairing.

Beneath the Surface is book 1 in The Matchmaker series. The story is a phenomenal start to the matchmaking talents of Angela Calminetti, EJ's sister. Angela wants all her siblings and family happy and in love. She uses her telepathic abilities to make sure that this happens.

EJ and Tabitha, they have to struggle to make it to happiness, the two are stubborn and try to best each other. But they are miserable without one another. EJ knows Tabitha is the one because she reminds him of his first love Sinclair. Sinclair committed suicide when EJ was much younger and he has never really trusted his heart to another woman. Tabitha is different, for the first time in years EJ wants to tell her the truth about his telepathic abilities. Tabitha has had a rough life and is not very trusting of anyone but Eric James seems like he is worthy of her trust. Gracie C. McKeever shows that the bond between EJ and Tabitha will be long-lived and everlasting. And that the two are each others pretty match. Beneath the Surface is an outstanding book that is captivating. I definitely recommend this for readers.

Chantay W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Fantastic!, September 29, 2011
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I loved this book so much. The writing was exceptional and I felt every emotion that the author was trying to elicit from me. Im now a fan. Very well written and highly recommend this book.
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