A Hitch in Heaven [Mass Market Paperback]

Jan Hudson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 29, 1999

A MOST UNUSUAL KIDNAPPING
Sour-faced, miserly Uncle Angus is dead. He's also been kidnapped--casket and all--for ransom! The family is unanimous: scandal must be averted. So Beau Chandler makes a call to the Pinkertons.

A REMARKABLE DETECTIVE
Brilliant stage actress Amanda Swann is one of the Pinkertons' best detectives. Clever, beautiful, a master of disguises, she knows this case calls for finesse and discretion. Posing as Beau's fiancée to avoid suspicion, she soon discovers the role cuts a little too close to her most secret desires.

A DEVILISH CLIENT
Though Amanda can hog-tie a criminal in the blink of an eye, it's the woman, not the detective, who captures Beau's heart, leaving him wanting more than a solution to the missing Angus--much, much more . . .

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A MOST UNUSUAL KIDNAPPING
Sour-faced, miserly Uncle Angus is dead. He's also been kidnapped--casket and all--for ransom! The family is unanimous: scandal must be averted. So Beau Chandler makes a call to the Pinkertons.

A REMARKABLE DETECTIVE
Brilliant stage actress Amanda Swann is one of the Pinkertons' best detectives. Clever, beautiful, a master of disguises, she knows this case calls for finesse and discretion. Posing as Beau's fiancée to avoid suspicion, she soon discovers the role cuts a little too close to her most secret desires.

A DEVILISH CLIENT
Though Amanda can hog-tie a criminal in the blink of an eye, it's the woman, not the detective, who captures Beau's heart, leaving him wanting more than a solution to the missing Angus--much, much more . . .

About the Author

Jan Hudson is also the author of Sugar Anne. She holds a doctorate in counseling and educational psychology from the University of Houston. She often lectures on dreams, imagery, and "Fun with Freud." She retired from her position as a college psychology professor in 1990 and has devoted herself to writing full-time ever since. She is winner of the Romance Writers of America's RITA and Golden Heart Awards. She lives in Nacogdoches, Texas.

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback
• Publisher: Ivy Books (March 29, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0449150275
• ISBN-13: 978-0449150276
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,682,608 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Hysterical Texas, June 3, 1999

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[e-mail] [Sandee Wagner] (Houston, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Hitch in Heaven (Mass Market Paperback)

Although some of Jan Hudson's fans might be expecting more of a historical Texas romance, they couldn't expect more hysteria. The hero gasps and pants as he hauls the heroine up the grand staircase...what could be more realistic.

I applaud Ms. Hudson for expanding the genre and making the plot more "real life" instead of romantically perfect. I truly enjoyed the pace of this book--which read more like a movie with quick scene changes--it is reminiscent of Tom Clancy's short chapter techniques. It keeps you guessing and engaged. It's a quick and enjoyable read. What's better for a summer afternoon?

5.0 out of 5 stars A rollicking good time!, May 31, 1999

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Sharon Galligar Chance (Wichita Falls, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Hitch in Heaven (Mass Market Paperback)

Having the ability to create a story that has readers laughing out loud one minute and sighing with romantic longing the next is a rare talent indeed. Romance author Jan Hudson shares her wonderful gift at this exceptional type of writing in this wonderful book. I can say with certainty that I have never read a more exceptional book. This one was such a delight. The humor was subtle at times, and at other times downright rollicking. I just can't wait to see what Jan Hudson has up her sleeve for her next offering.

5.0 out of 5 stars It's Jan's women who make the heroes look this delectable., May 14, 1999

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This review is from: A Hitch in Heaven (Mass Market Paperback)

Jan Hudson uses her unique talent to bring us an unforgettable story. In an interesting blend of 'The Wild Wild West' flavor and 'Agatha Christie' ensemble mystery ingredients, Jan cooks up a pot of historical stew for the palettes of her fans everywhere. Always a step ahead of the crowd, I marvel at the rare way Jan fills her stories with eccentrics and never before read plots.