An Unlikely Match (Harlequin Super Romance) [Large Print] [Mass Market Paperback]

Cynthia Thomason (Author)

Book Description

Series: Harlequin Super Romance | Publication Date: November 1, 2005

"Hogan. Jack Hogan."

The cocky ex-Secret Service agent is determined to point out the security risks in this eccentric little beach town. Mayor Claire Betancourt's town.

Claire is just as determined to protect Heron Point and its free-spirited citizens-however quirky they may be-from his interference. No way are Jack's take-charge attitude and dangerous good looks going to sway her.

But Claire gets a shocking reality check when her nine-year-old daughter is kidnapped and Jack is the only one who can save her. And he's surprised to discover that what started out as just a job has suddenly become very personal.

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...a charming story with eccentric, lovable characters." -- RT Bookclub Magazine

"...a charmingly told, cozy tale, with excellent descriptions and appealing characters." Four roses! -- Heather Hiestand romancereaderatheart.com November 2005

"...a terrific contemporary romance starring two likeable protagonists." -- thebestreviews.com November, 2005

"...absorbing read that will keep you on the edge of your seat...a tale filled with thrills and romance." -- Donna Zapf Cataromance reviews November, 2005 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Harlequin; Larger Pri edition (November 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373780575
• ISBN-13: 978-0373780570
• Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 4.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,015,611 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I'm Cynthia Thomason, writer of romance and some mystery. I am from America's heartland - born in Indiana and raised in Ohio. While working my way through college, I took a job at a radio and TV station and got hooked on journalism. To make a living, I taught high school English for several years before moving to south Florida where my husband and I started an auction company. I became a licensed auctioneer and estate buyer which fed my love for uncovering unusual and oddball items. Luckily I haven't yet crossed the line between collector and hoarder! Recently my writer husband, Walter, and I sold our business. I miss the excitement of the auction but I can write full time now. I also have time to experiment with the new Kindle craze. I have some back list titles up now for purchase. I have won the HOLT Medallion Award, the Golden Quill and Readers' Choice Awards and I've been nominated several times for the prestigious Maggie Award. Though I haven't won the Maggie, "It was an honor just to be nominated..." (Practicing for my Oscar speech :-) I love to write about American's small towns, similar to the one where I grew up in Summit County, Ohio. I like to travel the U.S. especially in the travel trailer we just bought so we can take Sparky, our adorable silky terrier mix. I have one son, also a writer. My favorite place to spend an afternoon is the mountains of North Carolina, but I haven't been to Ireland yet.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!, February 6, 2006

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Ratmammy "The Ratmammy" (Ratmammy's Town, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: An Unlikely Match (Harlequin Superromance No. 1312) (Mass Market Paperback)

AN UNLIKELY MATCH by Cynthia Thomason
February 6, 2006

Amazon rating 4/5


"Claire is the mayor of a small town, Heron Point in the Florida Keys. The latest gossip circulating town is that someone has bought one of the old historic hotels, and a security specialist has arrived to check out the area for this wealthy buyer.

Jack, said security officer, rubs Claire the wrong way. She perceives him trying to change the way she runs her town, and the way the townspeople live. She hates that he comes from a big city and feels he doesn't get what Heron Point is all about. Jack is attracted to Claire, but cannot understand why she is so blind when it comes to the security of her hometown and the safety of its people. He falls in love with Claire and her nine-year old daughter, while at the same time trying to correct the security issues before his boss opens up the restored hotel for business." - Complete review at BookLoons - M. Lofton


This was a superromance I really enjoyed. I loved the cozy feel I had while getting to know the town of Heron Point; it made me wish I lived there. Recommended.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars This was an ok book., July 12, 2006

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J. Sears "Dr 2 Be" (APO, AE USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: An Unlikely Match (Harlequin Superromance No. 1312) (Mass Market Paperback)

It was ok. I thought it would be more engrossing, but it was an easy read.

4.0 out of 5 stars terrific contemporary romance, November 5, 2005

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Harriet Klausner - See all my reviews
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This review is from: An Unlikely Match (Harlequin Superromance No. 1312) (Mass Market Paperback)

Wealthy Anderson purchases the Dolphin Run estate in Heron Point, Florida. The island community starting with Mayor Claire Betancourt gossip about what the newcomer will be like. They get their first inkling of what the renowned affluent Anderson will be like when physical security expert Jack Hogan arrives to assess the property and make any adjustments to insure his client is safe and his privacy secure.

As Jack goes about his mission, he finds he treasures the small town with its eccentric dear residents and its refreshing innocent throwback design. He especially likes Claire and her nine year old precocious child Jane. Mother and daughter feel the same way about the caring charming hunk. However, as the adults fall in love and Jane wants the endearing Jack as her father, the Betancourt females' lives are on this island while the personnel security expert goes wherever the job takes him; he and Claire know making a permanent relationship between them is doubtful.

This is a terrific contemporary romance starring two likable protagonists who belong together though their worlds seem so vastly different. The story line is propelled by the Islanders, a weird but fun group. A bit of suspense adds tension, but feels unnecessary as the lead couple and the secondary cast provide an entertaining tale of love.

Harriet Klausner