Title: Only Yours
Author: Susan Mallery
First published August 30, 2011
378 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9780373775941 (ISBN10: 0373775946)
Rating: 4.16
Overview
In the charming town of Fool’s Gold, Montana Hendrix has discovered her passion for working with therapy dogs. She’s content with her career and her life in her beloved hometown, but she’s ready to find love.
Could one of her furry companions help her find her happily ever after with Mr. Right or even Dr. Right? Simon Bradley is a brilliant surgeon who prefers the sterile environment of the hospital to the unpredictable nature of real life.
When he meets Montana and her accident-prone dog, he’s instantly drawn to her, even though he knows he should keep his distance. Scarred from his past, Simon avoids emotional attachments and moves from place to place, healing children with his gift.
Will his growing feelings for Montana give him the courage to finally put down roots in Fool’s Gold, or will he let his fears drive him away, breaking her heart in the process? Find out in Susan Mallery’s heartwarming romance, Only Yours.
About the Author
Susan Mallery is a renowned author known for her heartwarming and humorous novels that focus on the relationships that define women’s lives. Her books cover everything from family and friendship to romance and often feature nuanced characters in emotionally complex situations that surprise readers with laughter.
Pets play a significant role in her books, reflecting her passion for animal welfare. Susan’s books have been translated into 28 languages and are beloved by millions of readers worldwide.
Critics have dubbed Susan “the new queen of romantic fiction,” and it’s not hard to see why. Booklist praises her expert blend of emotional nuance, humor, and superb storytelling, while RT Book Reviews puts her “in a class by herself!” Her books have spent more than 200 weeks on the USA Today bestsellers list.
Despite having majored in Accounting, Susan started publishing books straight out of college, with two books released in the same month. Since then, she has published an impressive 74 books in 16 years, hitting the New York Times bestsellers list for the first time in 2008 with Accidentally Yours.
She has since made numerous appearances in the Top 10 and finally hit #1 in 2015 with Thrill Me, the twentieth book in her most popular series, the Fool’s Gold romances.
Susan lives in Washington state with her husband, two ragdoll cats, and a small poodle with delusions of grandeur. She is an active supporter of the Seattle Humane Society, reflecting her heart for animals.
To learn more about Susan and her work, visit her website.
Editoral Review
Only Yours by Susan Mallery is a heartwarming romance novel that was first published on August 30, 2011. Susan Mallery is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author who is known for her ability to weave together charming stories filled with relatable characters and heartwarming relationships.
The novel is categorized as a contemporary romance and is set in the fictional small town of Fool’s Gold, California. The story follows the lives of Montana Hendrix and Simon Bradley, who are two of the town’s most eligible bachelors.
Montana is a wedding planner who has planned countless weddings for other people but has yet to find the perfect man for herself. Simon is a successful businessman who has a reputation for being a charming ladies’ man.
Montana and Simon are polar opposites, but when they are forced to work together to plan her sister’s wedding, they find themselves drawn to each other despite their reservations. Along the way, they must navigate their own personal issues and figure out if they are meant to be together.
The story is set against the backdrop of a small town, which adds a cozy and intimate feeling to the novel. The author does an excellent job of creating a vivid and detailed world that is easy to immerse oneself in.
The characters are well-developed, and the reader is quickly invested in their lives and relationships. One of the strengths of this novel is the way the author handles the romantic relationship between Montana and Simon.
It is a slow-burn romance that is built on mutual respect and admiration, and it feels organic and believable. The author does an excellent job of creating sexual tension between the two leads without relying on graphic scenes or cheap tropes.
However, one of the weaknesses of the novel is the lack of conflict. The story is predictable, and there are no major twists or surprises.
The novel’s pacing is also a little slow, which may be frustrating for readers who prefer more action or drama. Overall, Only Yours is a charming and enjoyable romance novel that will leave readers with a warm and fuzzy feeling.
While it is not without its flaws, the book’s strengths more than make up for them. Fans of the contemporary romance genre will likely find this book to be a satisfying read.
In conclusion, Only Yours by Susan Mallery is a sweet and relatable read that is perfect for a cozy night in. The author’s skillful storytelling and vivid world-building make for an immersive and engaging reading experience.
I highly recommend this book to fans of the romance genre, and I give it a solid 4 out of 5 stars.
