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One Night with a Goddess (Goddess, Book 2)

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Zeus, king of the gods, isn't given towards showing favoritism, even towards his own children. Consequently, when three of the Muses, his daughters, fail their hundred-year performance review, he gives them one chance to make up for their failures.

For Chloe, the Muse of Happiness, the task is this: spend a year on earth making mortals happy. If she succeeds, she will be richly rewarded with an immortal life of unending luxury. If she fails, she'll be banished to spend life as a mortal on earth, with the accompanying brief life span and human travails. There is a catch, however - she can dally with mortal men all she wishes, but falling in love with one is strictly forbidden.

Not a problem as far as Chloe is concerned. That is, until she meets the handsome Dr. Matthew Castleberry...

I am just going to give it to you straight - although the plot of One Night With a Goddess sounded interesting enough, this is not the kind of book I usually buy. Why did I read it? Well, it was offered to Kwips for review, and since it sounded fairly enjoyable, I requested it.

Boy, did I ever underestimate Judi McCoy! This is the first time I have read this author's work, and it will not be my last. Not only was One Night With a Goddess thoroughly enjoyable, but I found myself captivated by both the plot and the characters! McCoy weaves a wonderful little contemporary romance with just a touch of myth and magic in the mix. Truly, I didn't put this book down until I finished reading it.

Despite the fact that Chloe is a mythological goddess, her character was as tangible as her human hero, Matthew. And despite her position as the Muse of Happiness, it soon becomes apparent that she has never really experienced true happiness for herself - until she met the handsome doctor. It is her love for him that teaches her there are many more important things than luxury and power.

Judi McCoy has written books that connect to One Night With a Goddess, and I don't mind telling you they have made their way to my wishlist! If you are looking for a light-hearted romance with a great mix of humor and love, then this is the book for you!

Connected Stories:
Almost a Goddess

Even to his offspring when Zeus makes a threat in terms of a promise, he will carry it out. So he gives three of his demigoddess offspring (Zoe, Kyra and Chloe) a choice that none of them desire. Chloe Degodessa, the Muse of Happiness, knows she better prove she is doing her job in a superior manner or next year she joins the mortal unemployment lines or mucks stables in paradise.

In freezing Chicago she obtains employment at Castleberry Hall working for Miss Belle and finds she loves the job of arranging happy receptions. However, the clock is ticking and she has only one month left to continue to prove her worth. At the same, Belle's grandson Dr. Matt Castleberry, a Doctors Without Borders physician has come home to emotionally recover from the atrocities he has seen humanity do to one another. He is so despondent he considers never practicing medicine again. Chloe finds herself attracted to Matt, which could anger her father and cost her access to Mount Olympus.

The second Goddess romantic fantasy (see ALMOST A GODDESS starring Kyra) combines an overall lighthearted whimsical romance with some powerful insight into western doctors struggling with providing help in third world nations. The story line is fast-paced and very breezy (it is Chicago) yet at times the anguish of Dr. Matt suffering from a form of battle fatigue syndrome brings reality to the mix. Readers will enjoy Chloe's breaking of the first commandment of thou shall not fall in love with a mortal, especially an emotionally troubled mortal.

Harriet Klausner

Judi's books are always a pleasure! Chloe is fun and spunky- a goddess with faults we could all relate to.
Pick up One Night With a Goddess, and spend a day at the beach or by the pool in pleasure.
Thanks, Judi.

Aleka Nakis

Zeus is back with his cast of stars-The Muses- in this delightful book from author, Judi McCoy! I highly recommend this book as well as all the previous books written by this author. None of them have been a disappointment! They are the ultimate in contemporary romance. Wasn't too crazy about the cover art on this one, but don't let it dissaude you from buying it! This would be a great summer read while at the beach!

This is a witty, modern-day mythical tale of one Muse, Chloe, who's amusing and will have you turning pages. Judi McCoy proves you can mix business with pleasure - - but what about love with immortality?

I won't go into all the story details since other reviewers have already done so, but One Night With A Goddess, which is the second book in Judi McCoy's Goddess series, was wonderful. This book has one of those light-hearted, easy to read, yet satisfying stories that are good for days when you're feeling a little skeptical about love. It's earned a permanent place on my shelf since I'll now use it as one of my "cheer me up" books... something I'll go back to and read again when I want to read a story that'll make me feel happy and hopeful about love.

btw- Earning a place on my bookshelf is not an easy task. I usually end up trading in most of my romance books for new ones.

I also recommend the first book in the series-- Almost a Goddess.

Unhappy with three of his muses, Zeus has sent them all to earth for one year in order to redeem themselves. Chloe Degodessa, the Muse of Happiness, has spent her time at Castleberry Hall as an assistant to the elderly owner, Belle Castleberry. Belle's grandson, Matthew, has returned from his time overseas working with Doctors Without Borders and is immediately suspicious of Chloe. Chloe was given only one caveat when she was sent to earth... do not fall in love with a mortal. Is Chloe's heart now in danger just as her time on earth is expiring?

Judi McCoy's stories are always fun to read and ONE NIGHT WITH A GODDESS is no exception. This is actually the second book in the series, but it is easily a stand alone story. Sparks fly from the very first meeting between Chloe and Matt as they both have such strong personalities. However, ONE NIGHT WITH A GODDESS remains a light hearted story with some very tender moments. After all, Chloe's mission as the Muse of Happiness is to always look on the bright side, whether dealing with seriously ill children or a stubborn man like Matt!

ONE NIGHT WITH A GODDESS is pure entertainment. The missives from Zeus are cute but it is Chloe's determination to find out Eros' role in things that had me laughing. Judi McCoy proves once again that she knows how to write an amusing romantic tale with just a touch of fantasy.

COURTESY OF CK2S KWIPS AND KRITIQUES

ANOTHER FABULOUS BOOK by JUDI McCOY! I loved this one just as much if not more than all of her others! This is the goddess books at its finest- a must read for fans and anyone who loves whimsical romance! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

The cover photo on ONE NIGHT WITH A GODDESS is misleading, though the book's jacket blurb is more accurately revealing: ONE NIGHT WITH A GODDESS is a surprisingly intellectual book.

Author Judi McCoy demonstrates great mastery of topic in writing about mythological deities, integrating them into her plot in a manner that seems--amazingly--quite plausible and altogether charming.

McCoy also displays a thorough knowledge of high-end event planning and modern fashion. And her sex scenes are hot, Hot, HOT. Only the character of the doctor who is the hero of the tale is less than engaging.

I look forward to reading other books written by this same author.

I picked up this book because of all the good reviews but after 2 grueling nights, I had to store it away in the cabinet of my library. I didn't even finish it! I really hate not being able to finish a book and I absolutely love mythologies too!

I found that the plot was quite boring and weren't even funny. I was seriously searching for the humor but couldn't find it. Maybe I read the wrong book? Or maybe my idea of humor is just different then everyone else's. Now novels by Susan E Phillips, Judith McNaught and Julie Garwood's historical were funny but not this one.

Well at least I gave it a try.