In The Groove (Hqn Romance) [Mass Market Paperback]

Pamela Britton (Author)

Book Description

Series: Hqn Romance | Publication Date: February 1, 2006

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She wouldn't know a NASCAR star if he hit her with his car...and he just did.

Sarah was a kindergarten teacher until a sleazy ex-boyfriend got her fired. Now the only job she can find is driving the motor coach for racing star Lance Cooper. She doesn't know a thing about NASCAR  — and she's off to a rocky start when she doesn't recognize her ultra-famous boss.

Lance can't help but notice Sarah's sweet smile  — and how seriously unimpressed she is with his fame. Her reaction piques his interest  — and he's convinced she's a good-luck charm. But Sarah has no interest in Lance's jet-setting life; she'd rather deal with spitballs than one supersexy race car driver. Too bad whenever he comes near her she turns hot as race fuel.

Soon things begin to heat up on the track, and Sarah begins to wonder if she might be able to teach one famous race car driver a few lessons about love.

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--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: HQN Books; 1st ptg. edition (February 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373770987
• ISBN-13: 978-0373770984
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,123,089 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I'm the thirty-something author of seventeen romance novels (with many more on the way) for such publishers as Avon Books, HarperCollins and AOL TimeWarner. Currently, I'm having a lot of fun writing about NASCAR for HQN books.

When not writing, believe it or not, I like to read. Since I find it hard to read within my own genre, I like to peruse mainstream fiction in my spare time. My favorite authors are Koontz, Corbin, and Marian Keyes.

You can read even more about me on www.pamelabritton.com Or, visit my blog at www.myspace.com/pamela_britton

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars FANTABULOUS! A MUST READ FOR ANY NASCAR FAN OR ROMANCE LOVER!, February 13, 2006

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Kellie H. "a reader from Washington State" - See all my reviews

This review is from: In The Groove (Hqn Romance) (Mass Market Paperback)

Back IN THE GROOVE for a sequel to her DANGEROUS CURVES, Pamela Britton weaves a tale of romance set in the face paced world of NASCAR.

Former Kindergarten teacher, Sarah Tingle, gets the ride of her life literally when she agrees to work for NASCAR driver, Lance Cooper. What she doesn't plan on, is falling in love with her boss, a very own larger than life celebrity in his own world-a world that Sarah feels very much out of place. But Ms. Britton proves once again, that love can indeed conquer all, to overcome the odds and that our hero and heroine can indeed live happily ever after.

IN THE GROOVE is a story that you won't want to put down, it will keep you up late into the wee hours of the night, turning pages to find out if Sarah does indeed get her man, and how she does it.

Once again, Pamela Britton's description of the NASCAR world is superb, it is so amazing, in fact, that you feel right there like a part of the Sanders Racing team. Her characters are real and down to earth, making you fall in love with them instantly. Also true to her style, is the underlying wit and laugh out loud humor that Ms. Britton is so famous for. Don't miss out on this one, or you will be sorry!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVED THIS BOOK!!!!, July 18, 2006

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Christine Carlberg "Chrissy (GordonFan2920)" (Somerset, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: In The Groove (Hqn Romance) (Mass Market Paperback)

I took ITG down with me on the loooong drive to the Daytona 500 this past Feb and it was the best thing I could have done! It got me psyched for the race, it made me laugh, made me cry...UNREAL!
The character of Sarah is so loveable as the every-girl you could totally see yourself in her. The driver Lance just oooozes the kind of swaggering sexuality that you would imagine your favorite driver to have. Pamela makes it EASY for you to tack the face of your Jeff Gordons, Carl Edwards or Kevin Harvicks out there onto Lance Cooper and that was more than enough for me!
The story was so hot that I must admit, at parts I found myself reading so fast I had to go back over it all and soak it in! LOL. Trust me, you will NOT be disappointed by this book in the least!!! I cant WAIT for Pam's next book "On the Edge" to come out!! Thanks Pam for writing these deliciously wonderful books that tantalize the need for NASCAR and some goood lovin!
-Chrissy

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, Fast, Romantic, April 29, 2006

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M. Nix - See all my reviews
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This review is from: In The Groove (Hqn Romance) (Mass Market Paperback)

Sarah was heading to her new job when her car broke down. She ends up walking to her employer's home instead. Standing in the driveway she turns suddenly and sees a car heading straight for her.

Lance is shocked. He has just hit a woman in his driveway. Thinking she is another crazed fan he gets out prepared to call 911 before he gets sued. Sarah insists that she is alright but Lance drives her up to his house to make sure. Sarah ends up hysterically telling Lance all of her troubles because at this point everything is going wrong and she needs to vent. Lance tells Sarah that he is the pool boy but he really is Lance Cooper, the NASCAR driver that she is hopefully going to be working for.

Not long after Lance has a doctor check out her minor injuries, his manager shows up and Sarah finds out that Lance is really her boss. She tries to be angry with him for his lies, but it doesn't last long and with some convincing she stays on to do her job as Lances bus driver.

Sarah spends the night at Lance's and the next morning she gets to see the enormous and extravagant bus she will be driving. During the tour Lance kisses Sarah and she eagerly kisses him back. Lance knows this is wrong, Sarah is his employee, and Sarah knows she needs to avoid Lance because he is her boss. She doesn't trust men after the mess her ex-boyfriend made of her life.
After Sarah leaves to drive the bus down to Daytona, Lance decides to take and early flight down just to be with her, which basically defeats the purpose of her driving the bus down ahead of time but he really wants to see her again. Sarah didn't realize how much she wanted to see Lance again until he walked through the bus door.

Sarah and Lance both realize the attraction is mutual but Lance needs to focus solely on his driving and Sarah doesn't think she can compete with Lance's lifestyle. Specifically, the gorgeous women who throw themselves at him constantly. So when Lance attempts to start a relationship, Sarah denies him. But some things can only be put off and before long Lance and Sarah are involved.

Although she wants to be with Lance, the demands on his time and the effects of his fame take their toll and Sarah doesn't think she can make it work. Lance loves Sarah but he knows that she has to want it too. She has to put her past behind her before she can really commit to him. If she can do it, Lance intends to be waiting for her with open arms.

In The Groove is a blast! It's funny, sexy and romantic. My daddy has always been a huge NASCAR fan so all of the quips and explanations about sponsors, teams and fans had me smiling in remembrance. Lance is sexy and handsome and he's a really sweet guy too. Sarah is the kind of girl you want to see happy. She is such a nice person and her kindness and positive attitude are infectious. In The Groove is a story that I just raced through. It's so entertaining I couldn't put it down. I finished the last page with a satisfied sigh. Read In The Groove. It will take you on a fast, fun and romantic ride!


Nannette
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