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Josephine Best has it all figured out. Just seventeen, she's been to college, she has her own hairdressing shop and she refuses to be distracted from her goals. At least until handsome George Brooks begins to pursue her. Jojo isn't looking for romance, but she permits George to call on her.
Adam Morgan has always been a Casanova, and no girl is immune to his charm. But when he comes home wounded from the War Between the States, it's a girl he used to call "Pest" who's turning his head. All grown up, Jojo is being courted by another soldier, and Adam knows it would be foolish to play with her heart. Even so, he just can't get the headstrong lady off his mind.
For her part, Jojo can't deny her growing feelings for Adam. But he's always been such a flirt—he can't possibly be serious about her. Besides, she has George falling all over himself to please her. As the war rages on, Adam's feelings for Jojo grow stronger, but Jojo's determination to resist him does, too. One thing is clear, though: Jojo is a girl who always gets what she wants, sometimes in spite of herself.
Beverly Jenkins grew up in Detroit and majored in journalism and English literature at Michigan State University. She has been featured in many national publications, including the Wall Street Journal, People, Dallas Morning News, and Vibe.
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Posted January 26, 2012
This is the third book I have read by Ms. Jenkins based in Whittaker, MI during the period of slavery. Well written and enjoyable book. Highly recommended along with Indigo and Belle.
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.I really enjoyed the books from this author. This book is a wonderfule story that shows that a good read doen't have to be full of unrealistic characters. Everyone was believable, the imagery was excellent and you can actually see all the characters vividly. I would love to read more from this author and find my self waiting patiently for a new story set back in time. Ms. Jenkins is truly talented and has a special nack for bring the past to the present.
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Posted September 24, 2012
I love this book so much i read it four times and read Belle also written by Beverly Jenkins four times also.
I wish she would of wrote a second part to both of the books.
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I enjoyed this book.
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Josephine Best has it all figured out. Just seventeen, she's been to college, she has her own hairdressing shop and she refuses to be distracted from her goals. At least until handsome George Brooks begins to pursue her. Jojo isn't looking for romance, but she permits George to call on her.
Adam Morgan has always been a Casanova, and no girl is immune to his charm. But when he comes home wounded from the War Between the States, it's a girl he used to call "Pest" who's turning ...