5th in a series. Sometimes an author comes along and from the first page, you’re hooked. She doesn't need anyone's help or attention. I did not, however, like the storylines involving Beau and his "mystery girl" nor did I enjoy the storylines involving Rick and Trace. Ms. Thomas also delves more deeply into country music singer Beau Yates' character. This is the fifth in the Harmony series and generally I’m happy to sink into the cozy world Jodi Thomas creates in them. The stop was abrupt and the book itself didn't have a single storyline that wrapped up. and in some ways I appreciate her exploration of those things. [Martha Q finally become a heroin in 'the drama'*wink*.   has been added to your Cart. The title 'Chance of a Lifetime' is just that; to find your best friend to love, cherish, and care for is a true gift that should not be ignored. *affiliate link. While she doesn't have a wide range in voice differentiation, she does have subtle tone changes that make the characters work. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Though they were more than friends in high school, they drifted apart after Emily was brutally attacked. Works for me! Start by marking “Chance of a Lifetime (Harmony, #5)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Thomas often brings in very serious issues, including child abuse, arson, assault, etc. is Jude not writing her own books anymore? It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. The premise should have been interesting, however I found it hard to stay with the novel. If the wrong people find her, she’ll lose her shot at having the life she dreams of – or any life at all. He’s her chance at happiness, too. Please try your request again later. A nurse practitioner in hiding. Recently published June 8, 1994. What I don't like is reading a book that just stops without resolution. Chance of a Lifetime (Kentucky Chances #2)by Kelly Eileen Hake Daisy won't accept charity. (Prices may vary for AK and HI.). And the writers' club was cracking me up! Not so bad, stop being so tightfisted with your money spent. Chance is a cyborg with a secret. The book was a relaxing and quick read, and as I didn't want it to end, I felt a bit bereft to turn the last page less than 24 hours after receiving. A membe. Harlequin Temptation #168. Flammable tablecloths and broken arms are just a typical evening for her unlucky companions. And some people fall in love with books about falling in love. Thomas writes characters that are so empathetic and likeable. —Harlan Coben. The reason someone was trying to kill Rick was one of the stupidest storylines ever. I loved it so much, I will gladly crack open my pocketbook and send my credit card into meltdown to buy everything this talented and gifted wordsmith has written. i'am a madly huge fan of Jude Deveraux, i nearly cry with joy when i receive one of her books, and i would be ready to pay double for each of them, reading is so much better than anything else you can do for relaxing - (although this particular author is a definite career-breaker and marriage unbalancer- as I spend so many nights reading her and barely standing on semi automatism in the morning), and OK. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. *Harlequin Enterprises ULC (Harlequin.com) is located at Bay Adelaide Centre, East Tower, 22 Adelaide Street West, 41st Floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5H 4E3 and sends informational and promotional emails on behalf of itself and Harlequin Digital Sales Corporation. There are many rich and varied characters in the story, and I found I was interested in each and every one of them and wanted to know more about their quirks, back stories, and future exploits. —Fresh Fiction on Chance of a Lifetime "Deveraux spins an intriguing and unorthodox romance... An entertaining page-turner. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 18, 2020. Shy and naive Cora McLeod thought Liam was the answer to her prayers, but the angels disagreed and have been waiting for the right moment in time to step in. Chance of a Lifetime is the third in the Anderson Brothers trilogy. Most are left hanging but one comes to a satisfactory conclusion. "—Kirkus on Met Her Match "Met Her Match is vintage Jude Deveraux from start to finish, a joy to read." Chance is a cyborg with a secret. ★★★★½ (This is a review of the audiobook.) Scoring Chance: A Second Chance Hockey Romance (Rules of the Game Book 1), Jude Deveraux is the author of forty-three. I was disappointed in this book by one of my favorite authors. Enter Trace Adams, a U.S. Chance of a Lifetime is a good fit for the Harmony series. What happens when NHL hottie, Derek comes face to face with Cora, his tutor and classmate from high school, stripping at a bachelor party? This is my favorite romance series of all time. In this story, people who love one another protect each other without smothering or condescension. The Harmony novels are Jodi Thomas all the way--super characters [and] lots of riveting subplots. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. I found this storyline moderately interesting, but was stunned that the book ended abruptly without any resolution of the plot line. Something went wrong. Escape with sexy Zodiac spies and the remarkable women they adore. Though they were more than friends in high school, they drifted apart after Emily was brutally attacked. Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2020. Marshal. I don't care enough about the characters or storyline to buy anymore books in this series. A Navy SEAL on leave in Homer, AK. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. I don't live in a small town nor am I anything near a country and western kind of gal - but I thoroughly enjoyed this story and will be purchasing more from this crafty author. Challenges: RRRCs November 2019 (very belated) - Hike Day/tree on cover/librarian (8); RRRCs Stacking the Series 2020 - Level Six/Book 5. They send Liam to 2020 Providence Falls, North Carolina. This book had many layers and involved a bit of everything - mystery, law enforcement, music, contemporary romance, family drama, and eccentric small community characters. The characters in Jodi Thomas's books are so real I felt like I could drop into a local restaurant where I live and see them there. I fully recommend this book to anyone who loves a quality story. The title 'Chance of a Lifetime' is just that; to find your best friend to love, cherish, and care for is a true gift that should not be ignored. She has mad skills! I have read many Jude Devereaux books and always enjoyed them, and this is the first time I have noticed an additional author. by Berkley. Chance of a Lifetime by Jude Deveraux, 9780778309932, available at Book Depository with free delivery worldwide. I really enjoyed the librarian and workaholic story line. There was nothing subtle about security agent Abraham Chance. You can’t always pinpoint why exactly. In addition, she has a calm soothing voice, which is perfect for this series. I liked the characters, especially Rick Matheson and the way he grew in this story as one after another attempts were made on his life. Love the Harmony books, but this one not as much as the others. Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2020. Two matchmakers bent on leading the next generation to love. On top of that, the solution to the mystery that ran throughout the story seemed ludicrous to me. The Harmony novels are “Jodi Thomas all the way—super characters [and] lots of riveting subplots.”* Now the. Chance of a lifetime is a blend of comedy and adventure about a geology professor that quits his job in Southern California and moves his home and family to a remote gold mine in Northern California. She's ready to be out from under the protective shell she's been living in and she knows just the way to open up. Now they come together again and their love story is the stuff of dreams and happy endings. But to leave the story unfinished so readers end up spending almost $20 for a Kindle book in order to find out what happened is less than honorable. Swept back in time she meets her match in a fierce Highland laird... A story of valor, love, and destiny.Â. In 1844 Ireland, Liam O’Connor, a rogue and a thief, fell madly in love with a squire’s daughter and unwittingly altered the future. The characters are fully dimensional and each moves along a path to growth, even the secondary ones. Be the first to ask a question about Chance of a Lifetime. To see what your friends thought of this book, And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance, I hope you dance - Lee Ann Womack, This story has the same warm coziness of the other Harmony novels, but I felt a bit disconcerted because several of my favorite characters, including Regan who I feel is a consistent thread through the novels, did not make an appearance. I felt like I was strung along only to find that there was no resolution/conclusion, and that I should pay more money to buy the subsequent volume(s?) Somehow, both of the two relationships that were the focus. However, it seems that others were just taken to the trash bin while new characters were developed! I appreciate characters that continue to evolve and appear again- similar to the Medlar series. It felt as if Jude Deveraux wrote the entire book but published the first half only. If she wants to continue the characters in a subsequent book, I understand and appreciate that. I won't be buying the sequel. I'm a New York Times and USA Today Best Selling author, wife, mother, in-law, grandmother, sister, friend, and owner of one fat cat. Feel good, small town contemporary romance populated with a host of interesting characters. After getting used to the first four books in the series where the characters always continue through, especially Reagan and Noah, I didn't really like that a lot of the characters from previous books completely disappeared in this novel. I was just a bit disappointed that the story threads that were laid down in the last book - got dropped!!! Providence Falls. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. The author show us how people with a disability should not be treated with pity but just like any other person. I liked the premise, the characters and the plot device, but this book is essentially the first part of a book. Now I am waiting for book #6. Thomas writes characters that are so empathetic and likeable. —Fresh Fiction on Met Her Match "Juicy and entertaining… Having said that, I did really like the characters and the storyline between Emily and Tannon. He’s her chance at happiness, too. Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2020. I probably will not remember all of the relevant details and minor characters when the next book in the series is published, but I will remember how irritated I felt when I got to the end of this book. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Or get 4-5 business-day shipping on this item for $5.99 Hardcover. The writing was okay...but it was probably too much to have 3 different storylines going....plus not much mention of the storylines in the last book of this series. I think this is a 3.5 rating for me, but rounding it up to 4. I love this series in Harmony, but this book was only so-so. Chance of a Lifetime (Pro... * Now the New York Times bestselling author takes us back to... Free Shipping on all orders over $10. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published And as always, I enjoy reading about previous characters and catching up on their lives. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Ok. Good storyline but the end was rushed and not finished. Please try again. There's a problem loading this menu right now. He's her chance at happiness, too. She shows how his love for music is a part of his soul and not just a way to make money. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. I was very disappointed that this book had no closure or ending. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Hot SEAL, Alaskan Nights (SEALs in Paradise). There are several stories woven into the book. Something about the development of the new characters introduced, and especially about the relationships that developed between them, felt uneven. Chance of A Lifetime (Book) : Deveraux, Jude : "In 1840s Ireland, heartstruck thief Liam O'Connor lures away, lovely Cora from her intended, so angels send him to small-town in contemporary America to right this wrong. True, her short life has been filled with pain and loss, but Daisy Thales is doing her best to build a future for herself and for her four-year-old palsied son, Jamie. Praise for Chance of a Lifetime: "Tender, realistic, and insightful, Thomas's latest title deals with issues that will strike an emotional chord with many readers and will appeal to fans of Debbie Macomber and Sherryl Woods." Each of the three characters find who they are supposed to be with, for now or forever; and are changed by this discovery. It was a thoroughly entertaining and pleasant read from start to finish. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. I didn't find the characters or plot interesting; angels & time travel. I enjoyed the small town multiple stories. After getting used to the first four books in the series where the characters always continue through, especially Reagan and Noah, I didn't really like that a lot of the characters from previous books completely disappeared in this novel. We’d love your help. $29.95. Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2020. I also didn't like that Big simply dropped out of the novel completely. This is my favorite romance series of all time. A Heartless Design: A Regency Spy Romance (Secrets of the Zodiac Book 1), The House of Hope & Chocolate (Friends & Neighbors Book 1), Hidden in Time: A Magical Adventure Romance (The MacCarthy Sisters Book 2), The Prophecy: A Scottish Time Travel Romance (LAIRDS OF THE CREST Book 1). This book had many layers and involved a bit of everything - mystery, law enforcement, music, contemporary romance, family drama, and eccentric small community characters. For $9.99, I expect a full story. It is very obvious jude deveraux Did not write this book it has a co-author but it feels more like the co-author did the writing. I could not get into the story line. Evelina’s drawings and paintings are said to be intriguing and different.People who see them cannot understand how she creates all that out of the blue. I am a sucker for besties turned lovers!! I found I became so engrossed in the story that I felt like I was physically in Harmony, Texas where it was raining - and when I stopped to take a break, I actually looked outside to see if the rain had stopped. $2.99. I recognized many of the peripheral characters, though. And to pay $9.95 for a book without an end is, frankly, beneath the dignity of Ms. Deveraux. Sherrill and Alan, lifetime friends, have always known they belonged together. She has mad skills! A jealous ex-lover looking for forgiveness…or is it revenge? The title 'Chance of a Lifetime' is just that; to find your best friend to love, cherish, and care for is a true gift that should not be ignored. ‎In one century she loved him madly, and in another she wants nothing to do with him In 1844 Ireland, Liam O’Connor, a rogue and a thief, fell madly in love with a squire’s daughter and unwittingly altered the future. But luckily her co-worker and new bff says he’s got loads of friends who’d date her more than once. BOOK SUMMARY: In one century she loved him madly, and in another she wants nothing to do with him In 1844 Ireland, Liam O’Connor, a rogue and a thief, fell madly in love with a squire’s daughter and Chance of A Lifetime (Book) : Deveraux, Jude : In 1844 Ireland, Liam O'Connor, a rogue and a thief, fell madly in love with a squire's daughter and unwittingly altered the future. Still, the "incident" was written very tastefully. I few of the characters in the last book were mentioned, long enough to tuck them in a box and put them out of sight! That is true love. The storytelling as well as the dialog between the characters flows easily in a comfortable and organic manner, while being humorous, touching, and deeply profound. I absolutely related to Tannon and never living up to a parent's standard. I received a free copy of Chance of a Lifetime by Jodi Thomas as a giveaway. This story has the same warm coziness of the other Harmony novels, but I felt a bit disconcerted because several of my favorite characters, including Regan who I feel is a consistent thread through the novels, did not make an appearance. I love the series. I appreciated her style of writing from each characters' point of view in turn - being in their head and hearing their thoughts, memories, and insights. What? No wonder Jane never gets past a first date. Nothing to write home about. Chance of A Lifetime (Book) : Deveraux, Jude : "In 1840s Ireland, heartstruck thief Liam O'Connor lures away, lovely Cora from her intended, so angels send him to small-town in contemporary America to right this wrong. I have read all of her books and loved them all except for this one which left me hanging. Something seems flat. The idea of past lives, angels intervening, and loves that span many lifetimes is … They send Liam to 2020 Providence Falls, North Carolina. This is my first contemporary read by Ms. Thomas, and I really enjoyed it. I received a free copy of Chance of a Lifetime by Jodi Thomas as a giveaway. Chance of a Lifetime (Providence Falls, 1), Audio CD, Audiobook, MP3 Audio, Unabridged, Previous page of related Sponsored Products, "J. D. Robb's In Death novels are can't-miss pleasures." She’s come to the Drift looking for allies, but when she meets Erik, she discovers he can offer her more than safety. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Definitely did not appreciate this book as I did the others in this series. MIRA; Original edition (September 15, 2020). Out of Print. I guess I was hoping something more from this author. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Book Lover-Hero Or Heroine Is A Librarian, Book Dealer, Collector, Or Owns A Bookstore, Danielle The Book Huntress (Back to the Books), Chance of a Lifetime Discussion Thread (Book 5), Meet These Highly Anticipated March Romances. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. I really liked this book except for one thing. But as a reader, I would be much happier to delve more deeply into the characters that inhabit her world. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Unable to add item to List. So far the book I like the least in this series, unfortunately. The one character that was meant to be over the top was more tell than show.