Savannah Breeze
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$60.00 |
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29/03/2006 |
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Hardcover | Audio | Trade PB
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Southern belle BeBe Loudermilk has lost all her worldly possessions, thanks to a brief but disastrous relationship with the gorgeous Reddy, an "investment counselor" who turns out to be a con man. All that's left is a ramshackle 1950s motel on Tybee Island—an eccentric beach town that calls itself a drinking village with a fishing problem.
Breeze Inn is a place where the very classy BeBe wouldn't normally be caught dead, but with no alternative, she moves into the manager's unit, vowing to make magic out of mud. The work is grueling, especially dealing with the bad-tempered caretaker, a fishing captain named Harry who's trying to earn enough dough to get his boat out of hock. With the help of Harry and her junking friend Weezie, BeBe soon has the motel spiffed up and attracting paying guests.
Then there's a sighting of Reddy in Fort Lauderdale, and BeBe decides to go after him. She puts together a posse, and with the irrepressible Granddaddy Loudermilk snoring in the backseat of the Buick, heads south. The plan is to carry out a sting that may be just a little bit outside the law but that, with any luck at all, will retrieve BeBe's fortune and put the dastardly Reddy in jail, where he belongs. And maybe Harry, who's looking more hunky every day, will finally get his boat back.
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Critical Praise for
Savannah Breeze
"A fun book! The characters come alive and jump off the page."
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Romantic Times BOOKclub
"Spirited...Andrews writes with tongue firmly in cheek....fun."
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Publishers Weekly
"A successful combination of romance and action make this sunny novel a beach-ready treat."
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Kirkus Reviews
"Truly enjoyable . . . packed with Andrews’ trademark wit and humor."
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Reader Reviews from First Look
"Savannah Breeze was the perfect read during this cold, damp winter. Ms. Andrews does a wonderful job with her characters and humor and brings it all together for a wonderful, enjoyable weekend of reading."
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Charlotte (Middleburg Hts., OH)
"Savannah Breeze was the perfect read during this cold, damp winter. Ms. Andrews does a wonderful job with her characters and humor and brings it all together for a wonderful, enjoyable weekend of reading."
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Charlotte (Middleburg Hts., OH)
"Mary Kay Andrews has written SAVANNAH BREEZE about a social climbing, 30 something heroine with real estate holdings, a successful restaurant, and a wonderful social life in Savannah, Georgia who quickly has to make the preverbal 'silk purse out of a sow's ears'. We go on this whirlwind ride with Be Be Loudermilk as she looses almost every thing that she owns to one crafty, good looking swindler. In the process of getting retribution, Be Be gains a rugged lover, endearing friendships, even greater respect from her dear old Granddad, and a retro -fitted 1950's Sea Breeze dilapidated cabins cum 'Luxury Inn'. The reader goes on an adventure with these characters that has us cringing in our seats with the risks involved, while cheering on a clever scheme devised by Be Be to get back everything taken from her -- plus some. Beauty and brains in a heroine, and suspense and laughter for the reader. Never a dull moment while we enjoy the breezes, and the blizzards, of this writing by Mary Kay Andrews. Remember the sun screen because you will be reading this book from sunup to sundown while sipping your favorite summer drink!!"
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Ronna (Potomac, MD)
"I just loved this novel and will recommend it to my friends! Savannah Breeze is a fast moving 'chick lit' romantic comedy set in Savannah and nearby Tybee Island, as well as Fort Lauderdale. I grew up in Savannah and loved reading about the protagonist's work renovating the seedy old motor lodge, the Breeze Inn. And I have quite a crush on the character Harry Sorrentino! Cannot recommend highly enough. I hope Mary Kay Andrews writes a third book in this Savannah series."
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Trish (Decatur, GA)
"I truly enjoyed this book. The characters are well defined and interesting. The book is easy to read and hard to put down. The plot contains ambition and revenge but also contains humorous scenario's that lighten the seriousness of the circumstances. If you haven't read Mary Kay Andrews previous books, this one makes you want to read them. She is an excellent storyteller."
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Mary (Saint Joseph, MO)
"The colorful descriptions of the motel decorating schemes and of the cast of characters brightened up a dreary February day. BeBe is a great heroine. They used to only have men that were good looking, smart, and shrewd. I'd love a sequel with further adventures."
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Rita (New York, NY)
"This was such a fun book! The characters are so real, and Andrews writing makes you laugh out loud and empathize with the very real human-ness of BeBe and her friends."
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Becky (Oak Leaf, TX)
"I am so excited -- I have a new (to me) author to read! I was taken by 'Savannah Breeze' after the first chapter. BeBe is a character with whom I can relate - bad marriages, starting over and over and over! All the characters make me want to read more of her work so I am going out to buy and rest of her books! You'll love Savannah Breeze -- I know I did!"
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Linda (Lincoln, IL)
"Savannah Breeze serves up summer fun with a twist when Bebe Loudermilk is swindled out of everything she owns from her clothes to her home and 3 rental properties. Bebe is out but not down, and she finds love and redemption on the road to revenge. She's funny, she cares about her family and her historic home town of Savannah, and she will keep you laughing through this implausible romp of high energy!"
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Pamela (Lenoir City, TN)
"I am such a fan of Mary Kay Andrews and I was so excited to read this book! It did not disappoint. This book focuses more on the 'steel magnolia' BeBe Loudermilk rather than on Weezie, as was the case in 'Savannah Blues'. Both characters are fascinating and the plot, though I must say highly improbable, was hugely entertaining. BeBe and Weezie are the perfect friends and I never get tired of reading about them. These gals are gorgeous, smart, and charming in a uniquely southern way."
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Margarita (Albuquerque, NM)
"Welcome back BeBe and Weezie from 'Savannah Blues'. Mary Kay Andrews gives so much more than just a mystery. She is the voice of the South. Her characters are real, funny, brave, and make monsterous mistakes! I could not put this book down. So pour yourself a Cosmopolitan, kick off your sandals and help BeBe run a con on a master con artist. You can also pick up some decorating tips from the junk in your garage! Enjoy!"
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Robin (Richmond, TX)
"I read this delightful book in less than 2 days. I could not put it down. I loved the characters, the plot, the romance, and the humor. It was an excellent read, and I wish it didn't end. I can't wait to read her other 2 books now. I highly recommend this book!"
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Debra (Keysville, VA)
"I have never been to Savannah, Georgia but Mary Kay Andrew's latest novel, Savannah Breeze made me feel that I was also one of BeBe Loudermilk's best friends helping her get her money back from the con man going by the name of Reddy Millbanks. I loved the character of BeBe in Savannah Blues and was so happy to know that she was getting her own story. Andrews did not disappoint. The story begins with BeBe's ill-fated love affair with the younger and extremely good looking Reddy Millbanks. He introduces himself to BeBe at one of Savannah's social events of the season. Reddy uses the ruse that one of BeBe's ex-husbands sent him over to rescue her from a really bad suitor. Reddy uses his charm and business-savvy to ingratiate himself into BeBe's life right away. BeBe falls hook, line and sinker and begins to trust him with her heart and her business affairs. After a night spent with Reddy on his yacht she wakes up and sees that he is gone. She assumes that he is just going about his business and doesn't think must of it. BeBe goes to her restaurant and starts her day. She returns to Reddy's yacht and sees a for sale sign and someone else on the yacht. This is where everything starts to unravel and BeBe learns that Reddy is not a Millbanks but a can man. He has sold everything that she owns because he conned her into signing a power of attorney. BeBe hits rock bottom and learns that all she has left to her name is her car and a run down motel on Tybee Island outside of Savannah. She begs her friend Weezie for help. Together with help from Harry, the motel's handyman they turn the motel into a very cute inn that begins to turn a small profit. No one has forgotten that Reddy has gotten away with all of BeBe's money. She tracks him down to Florida and vows to get her money and possessions back with or without the law's help. With the help of her friend Weezie, Harry and her very colorful grandfather they come up with a pretty hilarious plot to turn the tables on this con man. If you want to hear more about the novel, buy the book and read it. You will enjoy the story of Bebe Loudermilk and her quirky cast of characters who embody the southern charm of Savannah, Georgia."
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Franci (Doylestown, PA)
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