Blame It on Texas (Hotter in Texas, Book 2) [Mass Market Paperback]

Christie Craig (Artist)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 28, 2012 | Series: Hotter in Texas (Book 2)

Zoe Adams has always been content with her quiet nights at home, watching TV alone-until her life turns into a real-life episode of Unsolved Mystery Hunters. The story of a kidnapped girl triggers unexplained memories, and Zoe is dead-set on figuring out why. Her search leads her to one of the Lone Star State's richest families-and to sexy PI Tyler Lopez.

Tyler has sworn off women, especially redheads with killer curves who poke their noses into his clients' private lives. Still, he can't deny the attraction any more than he can deny that some of Zoe's crazy story makes sense. But when she becomes a hit man's target, this cold case starts heating up. Suddenly, Tyler will do anything to protect Zoe-even risk his heart.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An excellent contemporary romance that will make you swoon!" (Fresh Fiction)

"4 stars! Hot! Craig returns to Texas and the hunky boys of the Only in Texas PI Agency in this sexy, lighthearted romp centered around a sassy heroine on a mission and the gorgeous hero who falls for her. Complete with genuine characters what have heart, this story will keep you laughing as you turn the pages. A truly fun read!" (RT Book Reviews on Blame it on Texas)

RAVE REVIEWS FOR ONLY IN TEXAS:

"Hold onto your Stetsons . . . A thrill ride of hunky heroes, hilarious high jinks, and heartwarming romance."
-Lori Wilde, New York Times bestselling author

"A fabulously great read. I absolutely loved the characters...I can't wait for the next one in the series."
--Night Owl Reviews

"Another well-written and nicely plotted story, with great leads in Nikki and Dallas...Christie Craig always delivers enjoyable light romantic mysteries - add Only in Texas to the list."
--BookLoons

"An entertaining tale with delightful, fully formed characters and an intriguing mystery, along with a nod to dog lovers with a likable pooch."
--RT Book Reviews

About the Author

New York Times bestselling author Christie Craig grew up in Alabama, where she caught lightning bugs, ran barefoot, and regularly rescued potential princes, in the form of bullfrogs, from her brothers. Today, she's still fascinated with lightning bugs and mostly wears shoes, but focuses on rescuing mammals and hasn't kissed a frog in years. She now lives in Texas with her four rescued cats, one dog-who has a bad habit of eating furniture-a son, and a prince of a husband who swears he's not, and never was, a frog.

If Christie isn't writing, she's reading or just enjoying laughter with her friends and family. As a freelance writer, Christie also writes nonfiction books, including the humorous self-help/relationship book Wild, Wicked & Wanton: 101 Ways to Love Like You're in a Romance Novel, as well as paranormal young adult romances under the pen name C. C. Hunter.

You can learn more at:
Christie-Craig.com
Twitter @christie_craig
Facebook.com/ChristieCraigBooks

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 464 pages
• Publisher: Forever; Original edition (August 28, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0446582832
• ISBN-13: 978-0446582834
• Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 1 x 6.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #641,280 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Photojournalist, Author and Speaker

Christie Craig, a New York Times Bestseller, is an Alabama native, a multi-published writer, motivational speaker, and writing teacher. Her romance fiction is widely acclaimed for combining witty humor and heart-felt emotions with a suspenseful, sexy tone. She currently hangs her hat in Texas and writes for Grand Central/Forever. Her backlist titles are available wherever e-books are sold. Check out her website and blog at www.christie-craig.com and her Blog at http://christie-craig.com/blog/ .

In addition, Craig writes romance-flavored non-fiction with Faye Hughes, including The Everything Guide To Writing A Romance Novel and Wild, Wicked and Wanton: 101 Ways to Love Like You Are in a Romance Novel, a humorous self-help relationship book. You can learn more about Christie's books with Faye at www.WritewithUs.net.

Craig also writes the New York Times and USA Today best-selling young adult paranormal romance series, Shadow Falls, published by St. Martin's Press/Griffin under her pen name C.C. Hunter. You can learn more about C.C.'s books at her website, www.CCHunterBooks.com.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Christie Craig is quickly becoming my favorite romance author August 20, 2012

By Khelsey Jackson

Format:Mass Market Paperback

Zoe Adams thought her life as good as it was getting until she was watching, Unsolved Mystery Hunters. And the little girl looks like her. She packs up and goes to Texas and to one of the riches families. She turns to PI and to a handsome ex-cop Tyler Lopez.
Tyler wants only one thing with the sexy redhead, but she isn't in town long. She wants to know who she is and what happened. He agrees to help her after they get shot at her apartment. Things change when they sleep together, Tyler falls for her.

This book is amazing! I was laughing most of the time. This is the second book in the series, and I love how you see the characters from the first book in this book. Zoe and Tyler are cute, and loveable. I really can't wait for Austin's book! I really think you should read the first book then this one! Because like I said, you'll see the same characters in this book. I will say that Christie Craig is quickly becoming my favorite romance author.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner from Christie Craig September 1, 2012

By S. Muller

Format:Mass Market Paperback

Christie Craig has another winner with Blame it on Texas, the second installment in her Hotter in Texas series. She continues the saga of the three falsely accused PIs with the story of Tyler and Zoe. Who wouldn't love a guy willing to dress in a clown costume for his niece's birthday party? A woman who is deathly afraid of clowns, that's who. When she sees him a second time, she drops a tray full of grits and eggs in his lap.

She must overcome her fear and ask for his help. He must overcome his suspicions and open his heart. A decades old mystery lies buried deep in her memory. Can he uncover the clues she's hidden so well? Can she stay and face the answers? Blame it on Texas, another funny, heartfelt mystery by Christie Craig.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great Christie Craig romance! August 28, 2012

By Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews TOP 500 REVIEWER

Format:Kindle Edition

Whenever I want to escape with a romance that is full of laughter, suspense, family, friends and heroes/heroines who have heart, I look for a Christie Craig book. Blame It On Texas, Ms. Craig's latest installment in her Hotter In Texas series does not disappoint!

The sexiest PI's in Texas are back with Tyler's story. Tyler has to be one of the SWEETEST and SEXIEST heroes I have read this summer. On top of being a fun loving family man, he is loyal to his friends, that being said he has sworn off relationships because his fiancee left him when he was falsely accused and sentenced for a crime he did not commit.

Zoe had a happy childhood with two loving parents, the only unhappiness she had was when she had flashbacks of being locked in a closet and vague memories of another house. Zoe's parents are both deceased when she watches a cold case type show on TV. This show brings back more glimpses of a past that Zoe is not sure of. Zoe decides to pack up her one eyed, cat Lucky and head to Texas to see what she can find out.

Tyler and Zoe have a hilarious first unexpected meeting at the Only In Texas PI Office and there is instant chemistry. Once Tyler finds out about Zoe's story he decides to help her investigate. This leads to food spills, nosy sisters, teasing friends, a game of strip scrabble and a cold case investigation with unexpected twists and turns, but most of all a temporary relationship between Tyler and Zoe that is fun, spicy and almost ends in heartbreak for both of them.

There is a secondary romance between Ellen (she was stabbed in book 1) and police officer Rick, that is sweet and heartwarming. I am in love with Rick and Ellen and would love to read more about how their relationship progresses.

I loved seeing all the characters from book one and can't wait to read Austin's story, book three, Texas Hold `Em.

Blame It On Texas is a book with romance, laughter, and suspense as big as TEXAS!

If you are looking for a book that will have you laughing, crying and sighing with a smile at the end, pick up Blame It On Texas. (This may be book two, but it can be read as a stand alone without being lost).

Review copy provided for an honest review.