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thisismenow's review against another edition
4.0
Of all the Fool's Gold books, this is one that I've really book looking forward to. For whatever reason, Montana was just one of those characters that I really enjoyed in previous books, so I was excited to see her story.
Even though I really enjoyed this book overall, I felt kind of let down. It's hard to explain because I actually really liked the characters. I was already sold on Montana from previous books, and I wound up liking Simon quite a lot. He had a very interesting history that played a very relevant role in his life. Also, the therapy dogs were very cute, so I really liked a lot of things about the books, but it just felt like there was something lacking.
This book also felt so much longer than many of others even though I know it's really wasn't. It just felt more drawn out without any real tension. It's very hard to explain, though, because even though I did feel let down, I also wound up really enjoying the book based on the characters and the side stories.
Because my feelings are so mixed about this book, I'm hoping for better luck as far as the plot goes when it comes to Nevada's story in Only His.
Even though I really enjoyed this book overall, I felt kind of let down. It's hard to explain because I actually really liked the characters. I was already sold on Montana from previous books, and I wound up liking Simon quite a lot. He had a very interesting history that played a very relevant role in his life. Also, the therapy dogs were very cute, so I really liked a lot of things about the books, but it just felt like there was something lacking.
This book also felt so much longer than many of others even though I know it's really wasn't. It just felt more drawn out without any real tension. It's very hard to explain, though, because even though I did feel let down, I also wound up really enjoying the book based on the characters and the side stories.
Because my feelings are so mixed about this book, I'm hoping for better luck as far as the plot goes when it comes to Nevada's story in Only His.
shannon_cocktailsandbooks's review against another edition
4.0
I've been holding this review for a few days, hoping to get over my anger at the ending. Of course, it's not going away (even though I want it to) so I've decided to go ahead with my review. Maybe this will be cathartic for me...who knows!
Our story begins with Montana walking an over rambunctious Fluffy, only to have her break loose of her leash and proceed to run rampent through the Fool's Gold hospital. When Montana finally catches up with Fluffy, on the burn unit, it's to run into visiting plastic surgeon, Simon Bradley.
Simon, of the "stick up his ass" line of doctors, immediately takes exception to a bundle of fur running through the sterile environment of the burn unit. He, in no uncertain terms, lets Montana know what he thinks of her and her dog before tossing them both out on their asses.
How's that for a beginning???
From there we have the normal "goings on" in Fool's Gold. The town board is determined to win Dr. Bradley over, so Mayor Marsha decides to enlist Montana to "convince" Dr. Bradley. She's to use whatever tools are necessary **wink, wink**.
So it's with determination that Montana tries to win over Simon Bradley, despite the fact that she doesn't think she's the right person to be doing this. As a matter of fact, Montana doesn't think she's good enough for anything. But she's determined Simon is good for Fool's Gold and she'll get him to stay.
Simon, of course, fights this tooth and nail. He's a loner and prefers it. Having been scarred by an abusive mother (there's a nomination for Mother of the Year!!) and be extremely bright as a child, he's always held himself off from others, since people didn't really know what to do with him. While he holds himself back from most people, he does give all of himself to his patients since he knows he only needs to deal with them short term.
I generally adore Susan Mallery books, but this one just didn't work for me. While I know Simon is a serious person, Montana is supposed to be "the funny triplet". Yet, we didn't seem to have much comedic moments in this one as we did in the others.
I MISS THE OTHER FOOL'S GOLD CHARACTERS!!! I absolutely loved Finn. Loved him. So I was at a loss as to why, even when Finn was in a scene, he wasn't there. The man couldn't keep his mouth shut to save himself in his story, but now he's suddenly silent??? Ethan was there, kinda, but again...he was silent. I'd have to think he'd have a little more interaction with his family, especially with Kent and Reese's accident.
I feel this overwhelming need to still connect with the previous characters and sometimes, even when they're there in the storyline or scene, if seems like they're not there. Part of the charm of Fool's Gold is the fact that the people within the town are so close, so it feels like there should be more interaction.
Overall, it's a good story and I'm sure others will love it. But as a follower of the series from the beginning (and someone who loves Susan Mallery's books) this one just fell short to me.
3.5 Cocktails
Our story begins with Montana walking an over rambunctious Fluffy, only to have her break loose of her leash and proceed to run rampent through the Fool's Gold hospital. When Montana finally catches up with Fluffy, on the burn unit, it's to run into visiting plastic surgeon, Simon Bradley.
Simon, of the "stick up his ass" line of doctors, immediately takes exception to a bundle of fur running through the sterile environment of the burn unit. He, in no uncertain terms, lets Montana know what he thinks of her and her dog before tossing them both out on their asses.
How's that for a beginning???
From there we have the normal "goings on" in Fool's Gold. The town board is determined to win Dr. Bradley over, so Mayor Marsha decides to enlist Montana to "convince" Dr. Bradley. She's to use whatever tools are necessary **wink, wink**.
So it's with determination that Montana tries to win over Simon Bradley, despite the fact that she doesn't think she's the right person to be doing this. As a matter of fact, Montana doesn't think she's good enough for anything. But she's determined Simon is good for Fool's Gold and she'll get him to stay.
Simon, of course, fights this tooth and nail. He's a loner and prefers it. Having been scarred by an abusive mother (there's a nomination for Mother of the Year!!) and be extremely bright as a child, he's always held himself off from others, since people didn't really know what to do with him. While he holds himself back from most people, he does give all of himself to his patients since he knows he only needs to deal with them short term.
I generally adore Susan Mallery books, but this one just didn't work for me. While I know Simon is a serious person, Montana is supposed to be "the funny triplet". Yet, we didn't seem to have much comedic moments in this one as we did in the others.
I MISS THE OTHER FOOL'S GOLD CHARACTERS!!! I absolutely loved Finn. Loved him. So I was at a loss as to why, even when Finn was in a scene, he wasn't there. The man couldn't keep his mouth shut to save himself in his story, but now he's suddenly silent??? Ethan was there, kinda, but again...he was silent. I'd have to think he'd have a little more interaction with his family, especially with Kent and Reese's accident.
I feel this overwhelming need to still connect with the previous characters and sometimes, even when they're there in the storyline or scene, if seems like they're not there. Part of the charm of Fool's Gold is the fact that the people within the town are so close, so it feels like there should be more interaction.
Overall, it's a good story and I'm sure others will love it. But as a follower of the series from the beginning (and someone who loves Susan Mallery's books) this one just fell short to me.
3.5 Cocktails
emychoco's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
Only Yours
4.5 Stars
Montana Hendrix's dream job working with therapy dogs is placed in jeopardy when one of her charges, an overexuberant golden retriever, runs amok in the Fool's Gold hospital and ignites the ire of the newest surgeon, Simon Bradley. Despite getting off on the wrong foot, Montana and Simon find common ground helping the young patients at the hospital. Can Dr. Wrong turn into Dr. Right?
This is the best installment in the series so far.
Montana is lovely; a woman who truly cares about helping others and giving back to the community. Likewise, Simon is an amazing hero. Scarred both physically and emotionally by a traumatic childhood tragedy, his strength of character and desire to save his patients are admirable - there is nothing quite like a tortured hero finding the perfect match. Simon and Montana have incredible chemistry and their sexual tension sizzles on the pages.
The secondary storyline involving Montana's boss, Max Thurman, and her mother, Denise, has potential and I look forward to finding out what happens with them.
Of course, the book has the added bonus of including some adorable canine characters earning it an extra half star. Hopefully, the next book (Nevada's story) will be just as engaging.
4.5 Stars
Montana Hendrix's dream job working with therapy dogs is placed in jeopardy when one of her charges, an overexuberant golden retriever, runs amok in the Fool's Gold hospital and ignites the ire of the newest surgeon, Simon Bradley. Despite getting off on the wrong foot, Montana and Simon find common ground helping the young patients at the hospital. Can Dr. Wrong turn into Dr. Right?
This is the best installment in the series so far.
Montana is lovely; a woman who truly cares about helping others and giving back to the community. Likewise, Simon is an amazing hero. Scarred both physically and emotionally by a traumatic childhood tragedy, his strength of character and desire to save his patients are admirable - there is nothing quite like a tortured hero finding the perfect match. Simon and Montana have incredible chemistry and their sexual tension sizzles on the pages.
The secondary storyline involving Montana's boss, Max Thurman, and her mother, Denise, has potential and I look forward to finding out what happens with them.
Of course, the book has the added bonus of including some adorable canine characters earning it an extra half star. Hopefully, the next book (Nevada's story) will be just as engaging.
dukefn99's review against another edition
4.0
Read my review at http://romancing-the-book.com/2011/08/review-only-yours-by-susan-mallery.html
dtrumps's review against another edition
4.0
Gone Pecan
Only Yours is the fifth book in the Fool’s Gold series by Susan Mallery, who is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. She’s definitely on the can’t-wait-for-the-new-book list.
This book, in particular, was one that I was anxious for because the heroine, Montana, is my favorite Fool’s Gold triplet. She’s funny, sweet, and vulnerable. Montana’s work with therapy dogs leads her to stumble across grumpy surgeon, Dr. Simon Bradley, who works with burn victims. Add to that, Mayor Marsha wants Dr. Bradley to stay in town to work at their new hospital, so she ropes Montana into befriending Simon to entice him to that end. I don’t know what Mayor Marsha’s agenda is (is she matchmaking, cause she should really look into that as a business, she could make some serious money), but she generally gets what she wants. And once again, she’s found the perfect person to achieve her goals.
Simon, badly scarred since childhood, has heavy baggage not only from his scars, but from the reactions of those around him to his scars. He is alone in the world, which he thinks is the only way he can live. He reluctantly allows Montana’s therapy dogs to visit with one of his patients and it’s clear from there that there’s no going back for him. He and Montana become friends. Of course, he knows she’s trying to get him to commit to staying in town, but it seems he can’t stay away from her.
There were a lot of really good side stories, like Max’s story, to which I hope we will find closure in the next book, and Simon’s patient, Kalinda, and Montana’s brother and nephew returning to town (another story that I hope we see more of in the coming books).
I have to say that this is probably my favorite book in the series. Montana was fun, sensitive, and clearly in danger of losing herself to Simon very early. Simon’s story was so heartbreaking. He clearly needed not only Montana, but also a home, somewhere to put down roots. Together, they seemed to fill a space within themselves. They seemed like real people, with real issues, trying their best not to be hurt by life. They belonged together.
Pecans: 5/5
Only Yours is the fifth book in the Fool’s Gold series by Susan Mallery, who is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. She’s definitely on the can’t-wait-for-the-new-book list.
This book, in particular, was one that I was anxious for because the heroine, Montana, is my favorite Fool’s Gold triplet. She’s funny, sweet, and vulnerable. Montana’s work with therapy dogs leads her to stumble across grumpy surgeon, Dr. Simon Bradley, who works with burn victims. Add to that, Mayor Marsha wants Dr. Bradley to stay in town to work at their new hospital, so she ropes Montana into befriending Simon to entice him to that end. I don’t know what Mayor Marsha’s agenda is (is she matchmaking, cause she should really look into that as a business, she could make some serious money), but she generally gets what she wants. And once again, she’s found the perfect person to achieve her goals.
Simon, badly scarred since childhood, has heavy baggage not only from his scars, but from the reactions of those around him to his scars. He is alone in the world, which he thinks is the only way he can live. He reluctantly allows Montana’s therapy dogs to visit with one of his patients and it’s clear from there that there’s no going back for him. He and Montana become friends. Of course, he knows she’s trying to get him to commit to staying in town, but it seems he can’t stay away from her.
There were a lot of really good side stories, like Max’s story, to which I hope we will find closure in the next book, and Simon’s patient, Kalinda, and Montana’s brother and nephew returning to town (another story that I hope we see more of in the coming books).
I have to say that this is probably my favorite book in the series. Montana was fun, sensitive, and clearly in danger of losing herself to Simon very early. Simon’s story was so heartbreaking. He clearly needed not only Montana, but also a home, somewhere to put down roots. Together, they seemed to fill a space within themselves. They seemed like real people, with real issues, trying their best not to be hurt by life. They belonged together.
Pecans: 5/5
whitney0498's review against another edition
5.0
Only Yours is the fifth book in the Fool’s Gold series and oh my gosh this series just keeps getting better and better. I just can’t get enough of this world and it’s amazing characters. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
slovenianbookworm's review against another edition
5.0
I thought Susan Mallery can't get any better....Ooops, was I wrong :)
I'm kinda used to insta-love in her books but what I truly love about her books is that the progress of the story take just the right amount of time. Simon had some personal problems, he was insecure and was used to leave before he gets too attached. But we all know that once you start catching feeling for someone in Fool's Gold, you're doomed, so you still get your HEA in this book ;)
5 heartwarming, Fool's Gold stars.
I'm kinda used to insta-love in her books but what I truly love about her books is that the progress of the story take just the right amount of time. Simon had some personal problems, he was insecure and was used to leave before he gets too attached. But we all know that once you start catching feeling for someone in Fool's Gold, you're doomed, so you still get your HEA in this book ;)
5 heartwarming, Fool's Gold stars.
alwaysreadingreview's review against another edition
5.0
I love this book. I want to live in Fool's Gold. I loved the ending. I knew it. That is all I will say. This is a book you must read. Susan Mallery did it again!
jenner33's review against another edition
4.0
Finally!! She didn't have to get pregnant! I loved how Simon wasn't the normal charming man. I plan to read the next book. I always seem to find a way to relate to these characters. I sort of wished this community existed so I could live there.