Diamond in the Ruff [Audiobook] [Audio CD]

Emily Carmichael (Author), Barbara Rosenblat (Narrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: 2002

Unabridged CD Audiobook 10 CDs / 11.75 hours long... Note this publisher does not seal nor plastic wrap new audiobooks... it is published in a CD binder with a professional cover.

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Publisher: RecordedBooks (2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402585527
• ISBN-13: 978-1402585524
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A feel good/have fun story laced with suspense, November 11, 2001

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Freelance Reviewer "Carla" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Diamond in the Ruff (Mass Market Paperback)

Josephine "Joey" DeMato is proprietor of The Perfect Wedding. Lately, though, that seems to be a misnomer as Joey is confronted with all manner of ups and downs while trying to conduct her business. The latest cog in the wheel is the smart aleck cop who pulls her over for speeding. Irritation quickly sparks between the two before Mr. Macho Cop lets Joey continue on her way. The fates decide to tantalize Joey further by sticking her with her honeymooning friend's two obnoxious corgi dogs, and a chance meeting in a pet store with Joey's former college roommate, who just so happens to need a wedding planner, like immediately. Although Joey had planned to take a hard-earned vacation, she can't say no to Alicia -- or her money. When the time comes to meet the groom -- yup, you guessed it -- he turns out to be Mr. Macho Cop.

Ben Ramsey is temporarily demoted to regular cop from detective after having a confrontation with his boss. Despite that, he should be on top of the world; he's marrying gorgeous, rich Alicia Somers in a month's time. So, why is Ben starting to feel like a "kept" man? Matters deteriorate further when Ben and Alicia go to the wedding planner's for dinner. He finds himself face to face with the woman he gave the speeding ticket to earlier in the day. At Alicia's urging, Ben apologizes to Joey and admits he's been a little cranky since the demotion. Being a patrol cop is getting on his nerves.

Lydia Keane is a reincarnated corgi, of all things. If she can atone for her sins in her former life, Lydia will finally earn her wings. Now named Piggy, Lydia is disgusted with her appearance and inability to get her people to pay attention to her when they're in danger. Hilarity ensues when Joey, Alicia and Ben travel to the ski resort that Alicia has decided is the perfect spot for her and Ben's wedding.

DIAMOND IN THE RUFF is pure fun with a smattering of suspense. Just when you think Emily Carmichael will never be able to carry off the romantic aspect of the book, all heck breaks loose. Poor Ben is Alicia's knight in shining armor after saving her life from a stalker. When these two open their eyes and their hearts to what is really going on between them, the drama begins, but the humor never lets up. Joey can't believe she's lusting after Alicia's fiance and tries desperately to avoid Ben at all costs. Alicia, herself, is clueless until it's almost too late. The tension and conflict between all of the characters is believable and endearing and Lydia/Piggy is sorely put upon in her role as matchmaker/guard dog extraordanaire.

Emily Carmichael delivers another hilarious, yet poignant story of true love and how some people find it in the most unexpected place and manner. I highly recommend DIAMOND IN THE RUFF as a feel-good, have fun story with an unusual storyline and compelling twists and turns.

5.0 out of 5 stars Diamond in the Ruff a FUN read., September 26, 2010

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This review is from: Diamond in the Ruff (Mass Market Paperback)

I raise Corgis and Miss Emily must really know them. I recommend her books to all buyers of my puppies.

3.0 out of 5 stars The further adventures of Lydia...uhm...Piggy the Corgi, February 27, 2009

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Flush Barrett-Browning (Tennessee Valley) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Diamond in the Ruff (Mass Market Paperback)

Emily Carmichael's cleverest creation is Piggy, the wayward Corgi. The self-described 'stumpy-legged, sausage-shaped, big-eared, stupid-looking dog' is the earthly form of Lydia - the sexy homewrecker who was killed with her lover and is trying to earn her way to heaven through Piggy's good deeds. To be honest, Carmichael's human characters are rather ho-hum and predictable; the plot is also typical romance novel fare. But Piggy does have her comic moments.
So if you're looking for a way to pass a quiet evening or boring flight, the adventures of Piggy might just serve. But barely.