Wanting Something More (Stepp Sisters, Book 3) [Mass Market Paperback]

Kathy Love (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 2005

You have got to be kidding me! On a night like this, when most sane people are home to escape a blinding snowstorm, I happen to run into Millbrook's biggest jerk, Nathaniel Peck, the boy who broke my heart at my junior prom. The one who kissed me on a dare and let his buddies laugh at me. Well, eat dirt, Nathaniel Peck, because you might have noticed me on the covers of a few magazines under the heading: Supermodel. I live in New York City now. I will be leaving as soon as the weather clears. And frankly, if it were a choice between kissing you or braving downed electrical wires, I'd have to think about it. It's official: I've regressed. It's just that I can't stand the Cult of Nathaniel Peck that has come over this town. Okay, so he is Chief of Police. So he did make sure I got home safely. So he didn't try anything funny with me. So that old smirk has been replaced by a sexy, sad smile...No. People just do not change that much. Somewhere inside Nate is the same leering, conniving womanizer I remember. And I intend to prove it...

Editorial Reviews

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Supermodel Marty Stepp hasn't always been beautiful and rich. Growing up in Millbrook, Maine, she and the other two Stepp sisters were impoverished pariahs during high school. Abby was too smart. Ellie was too plump. And, at an awkward six feet, Marty was too tall. Teased and taunted mercilessly by the other kids at school, the three siblings had only each other for friends. But Abby and Ellie found love and marriage with local boys, and Marty has decided to give up her lucrative modeling career and come home. Nathaniel Peck was a hot item in high school, not to mention a world-class jerk, but a vicious attack and near-death experience have made Nate a different person. Just the same, Marty can't forget his cruelty to her in the past, and no matter how warm Nate is, she can't bring herself to trust him. This is the perfect ending to Love's excellent Stepp sister trilogy, following Getting What You Want (2004) and Wanting What You Get (2004). Shelley Mosley
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"Kathy Love knows how to tap into the secret yearnings of the heart."

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Zebra (July 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0821776142
• ISBN-13: 978-0821776148
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #716,689 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Strong ending to a terrific trilogy, July 6, 2005

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Sarah W "Sarah W" (Minnesota) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wanting Something More (Stepp Sisters, Book 3) (Mass Market Paperback)

I have been eagerly awaiting Marty Stepp's story and like the previous books in Kathy Love's Stepp Sisters trilogy, Wanting Something more was another heartfelt and humorous read.

Marty is coming home to Millbrook, Maine. It's storming out and the first person she encounters is her nemesis and most hated citizen of Millbrook, Nathaniel Peck. He once hurt and embarrassed her horribly in high school, starting what would be one of her first disappointments with the male species. She's not any happier to encounter him on the stormy night. But... something's different about him, and the more time she spends in Millbrook, getting reacquainted with the town, the more she is coming to find out that something changed the night he was attacked in his home.

For his part, Nate would love to get to know Marty. She's smart, sassy, beautiful of course, what model isn't, but beneath her jaded exterior, he senses a soul just as vulnerable and lonely as his own. He wants to prove to her, to all of Millbrook, that he has changed, that he's no longer the jackass they knew and hated. He also wants to find out who attacked him, for his own piece of mind. What will happen between these two? Well, you'll have to read to find out!

If you've read the first two stories in this trilogy, you know that missing Marty's story would be a grave mistake. Once again, Ms. Love has created a story with a very sensual thrust, while at the same time, creating a deep and abiding love. This is really a true romance at heart. And besides, who can resist a story where the heroine once detested the hero? Nate's tale is tragic, but it is what he has made of his life since that night that shows what a great man he is. I fell a bit in love with him myself. The one qualm I had was that it seemed like he had become TOO good, in order to make up for being so cruel before. He turned almost too perfect, but I suppose that isn't necessarily a bad thing in a romance story. He was still a great guy, a soft touch, and a man willing to do anything for the woman he loves.

I was very happy with the subtle nuances of this story, and especially with Marty's quest to change her own life around, to become someone she could respect. Her story is a nonstop page-turner.

You won't want to pass on this story! I guarantee it. The great thing is though, whether or not you've read the first to Stepp sisters stories, you'll still be able to understand this story quite clearly, something most romance fans will appreciate.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed this book very much!, July 27, 2006

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M. Marchant - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wanting Something More (Stepp Sisters, Book 3) (Mass Market Paperback)

After this, I'm "wanting something more" from Kathy Love! What a wonderful book!

This is the last book of the Stepp Sister Series, and it's definitely my favorite. Marty Stepp is a character to whom many women can relate (granted, not all of us can claim to be supermodels). Throughout parts of her life, Mary was teased, rejected, cheated, and criticized by men. And because of these instances, Marty is convinced that she is unworthy of true love.

Enter Nate Peck: He was the bane of Marty's existence early on in her life. Selfishly cruel, Nate lived to prank and tease unfortunates. He only cared about himself and impressing his friends. Well... that is until he has a near death experience. This event changes his whole outlook on life. Nate feels sincere remorse for all the horrible deeds he had done - no longer does he want to live selfishly, without care for anyone else.

The joining of Marty and Nate is written very convincingly. Understandably, Marty doesn't trust Nate's intentions. But, thankfully, she doesn't completely cut him off. As a result, the two slowly form a solid friendship based on mutual respect and affection; and eventually, this evolves into a breathtaking romance.

This story made me sigh out loud several times. It was food for all five of the senses...especially with all the descriptions of Christmas, snow, family, and food. I was tempted several times to use my fire place - but that's just not practical when it's the middle of summer.

This is a very good book people! It's worth the purchase.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My Favorite of the Series!!!, December 27, 2005

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Kristi Ahlers (Illinois) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wanting Something More (Stepp Sisters, Book 3) (Mass Market Paperback)

Marty Stepp is coming home to Millbrook, Maine after leaving behind her life in New York. The fact she has left her career as a super model behind her along with Rod is only the half of it. She is half way home when she hits the snowstorm to end all snowstorms. But this is not the worst. Instead she runs into her high school heartbreak, Nathaniel Peck. This isn't her first run in with this particular man and she is not interested in what he has to say. She has no idea that fate has it's own plans and Nate and Marty are going to be spending a great deal of time together.

Nate has changed and for the better. Granted he was once a nasty piece of work but an attack that left him severely hurt seems to be the catalyst to taking life a little more seriously, and to treat people a little bit nicer. People he used to tease and torment are now his friends. He doesn't remember a lot and part of his memories of the way he treated Marty are MIA. But, will he finally be able to remember and make up the hurt he caused the one woman he really has an interest in or will Marty hold on tightly to the hurt feelings he generated/

This was my favorite of the Stepp Sisters' series. Marty and Nate are very interesting characters and their romance was sweet. Again we get to visit with Abby, Ellie, Mason and Chase and I was sorry to have to say good-bye to all of these wonderful characters. Ms. Love writes romance stories with heart and has become one of my favorite contemporary authors.