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Strike the Match (The Teacup Novellas - Book Two) [Kindle Edition]

Diane Moody
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Strike the Match - The Teacup Novellas Book Two

The last place twenty-four year old Keri McMillan wants to be is back home in Waterford Bay, Oregon. But after two years at prestigious New York University pursuing a degree in journalism, her bank account is drained. Keri is determined to move home for one year - and one year only--- to make some serious money working for her dad's log cabin company, but her goals all go up in smoke when the company's new showcase home burns to the ground.

Six months ago, Grant Dawson bought the Waterford Weekly, a small newspaper in his father's hometown. Burned out as a reporter for the L.A. Times and tired of all the inherent politics, he welcomed the slower pace of this Oregon coastal town and the more relaxed lifestyle producing a weekly paper. He enjoys being close to his dad again, a quiet man who captains a whale-sightseeing boat.

Grant is surprised at his unexpected interest in Keri, the niece of columnist Luby Sanders. He thinks Luby is a hoot and can't help but adore her. But she's also playing matchmaker, trying to interest him in her niece. When Keri shows up at a log cabin fire in the middle of the night, she's not the geeky college kid he expected. But he's not about to fall victim to Luby's orchestrations.

Even if her niece is beautiful.
And vulnerable.
And apparently in need of a job.

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The Teacup Novellas - Bestselling author Diane Moody does it again this time with her delightful novella series based on a family heirloom collection of vintage teacups. Each delicate cup and saucer inspires a unique stand-alone story, whether it's set in a college town in Texas, a quaint seaside village in Oregon, or a small rural town just down the road from Nashville. Follow the legacy of these teacups through tales of romance and mystery with a touch of faith. - OBT Bookz

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Product Details

  • File Size: 430 KB
  • Print Length: 133 pages
  • Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
  • Publisher: OBT Bookz (November 22, 2011)
  • Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B006CC6ZTU
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Enabled
  • Lending: Enabled
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,808 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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I just finish one of Diane Moody's books and must go look for the next one. M. Sparks  |  21 reviewers made a similar statement
Well written and great character development for a novella. carmen mock  |  17 reviewers made a similar statement
I just love the way she tells her stories and uses a tea cup to pull the reader into the story. texassenior  |  10 reviewers made a similar statement
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars 'Lucy' does it again! December 29, 2011
Format:Kindle Edition
Lucy and her teacups make for great storytelling. This time it's about Keri--an undergrad with journalistic dreams meeting a burned out newsman--or is he? And speaking of burned out--there's an arsonist on the loose in the small Oregon coastal community. Sure, it makes for some great headlines for the budding reporter, but maybe what's really at stake is Keri's heart.

I look forward to the next installment of Lucy's teacup novellas...something about Tennessee?? Bring it!
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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Dislike the main character April 4, 2012
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The main female character, Keri, is rude, obnoxious, rude, self-centered, rude, unlikable, and did I mention ... rude! I just fininshed chapter 3 and I don't think I'm going to finish reading it. I very rarely not finish a book.
Usually you get to know a character and like them ... and if they say or do something not nice, you can excuse them. But when a character starts off being horrible .. not inspired to keep reading to see if she ever gets nice. I like everyone else in the book except her, and frankly at this point I could care less what happens to her.
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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars What I'm beginning to expect from Moody January 28, 2012
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This is a continuation of the 'Teacup novellas'. What I said in that review applies here. It takes more skill and carftsmanship, in my opinion, to build a satisfying short story. This story is ok, but not particularly satisfying. A novella gives a little more 'wiggle room' than short stories do, but it too often comes out as a long short story (and even too long). It's not easy to strike the proper balance. I've known many portrait and landscape painters and sculptors. They all say the trick to art is knowing when you're finished with the work. The same is true of stories. Some stories have strong characters or fun characters or riveting plots which beg for a longer format. Some get squashed into short stories or novellas, where there isn't enough canvas on which to draw out the stories or characterizations. It's the mark of a very good writer to know what kind of canvass to use, or to be able to fit their work to the format required.

Moody's title for this work was not quite a fit: It suggests more action than actually takes place. Her characters are pleasant, engaging, but not overly well developed. Her female characters have more depth. The males are paper standup figures, for the most part--at least in these novellas. I have more Moody works in my Kindle. I'll save them for a rainy day, or for a day when I need a light lift.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Love this series!
The only reason I gave 4 stars is the books are just too short. Want more. I read the first book in a day, this one too. Going to start the third. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Richard W. Hartmann
4.0 out of 5 stars Strike a Match
It took a little while to get into this book. The problem was not the book, but my health. When I got out of the hospital it did not take long for me to get reaquainted. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Eva Marie Maile
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally found an author that doesn't spend eight chapters on sex.l
Love this series have finally found an author I really enjoy. Can't say enough good things about her. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Lisa J. Miller
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book. I had a hard time putting it down.
It was a great book and really hard to put down. It was a great plot and the ending was unexpected. Highly recommend this series.
Published 11 days ago by sue becker
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Work!!
The book was great & I loved it and so did my wife. We love it when both of us enjoy the book. Great job!!
Published 13 days ago by fwhitermore
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny! Heart thumping GOOD!
Well, I could get carried away about this book. I am not one of those that goes on and on about the plot and then gives away the bunch. Read more
Published 15 days ago by L. Baker
5.0 out of 5 stars Strike the Match
Its not fair. I just finish one of Diane Moody's books and must go look for the next one. When will I ever get anything done? Soooo good.
Published 17 days ago by M. Sparks
5.0 out of 5 stars strike a match
Excellent story. The auther brought me into the story. I lovr whodunit stories that also have a little romance. I'M looking forward to reading book 3.
Published 17 days ago by Audrey Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Characters you want to meet!
Honestly, I did not remember reading, "Strike the Match", at first. That's a new normal for me. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Rosalie Green
5.0 out of 5 stars Ebook
I haven't read this book yet, but I read the first one of this series and enjoyed it very much so I think I will enjoy this one also.
Published 21 days ago by Linda Manthay
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More About the Author

Born in Texas and raised in Oklahoma, Diane Hale Moody is a graduate of Oklahoma State University. She lives with her husband Ken in the rolling hills just outside of Nashville. They are the proud parents of two grown and extraordinary children, Hannah and Ben.

Just after moving to Tennessee in 1999, Diane felt the tug of a long-neglected passion to write again. Since then, she's written a column for her local newspaper, feature articles for various magazines and curriculum, and several novels with a dozen more stories eagerly vying for her attention.

When she's not reading or writing, Diane enjoys an eclectic taste in music and movies, great coffee, the company of good friends, and the adoration of a peculiar little pooch named Darby.

Visit Diane's website at dianemoody.net and her blog, "just sayin'" at dianemoody.blogspot.com

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