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ROMANCING THE RUNWAY - Linda Hudson-Smith Harlequin Kimani/Romance March 2009 |
SYNOPSIS: Supermodels Kennedy and Xavier seem to have it all--hot careers and each other. But crazy schedules and unruly paparazzi threaten their fragile new relationship. Can their soul-deep connection be enough to guarantee a picture-perfect ending?
SERIES ROMANCE |3+| Keren Childers
REVIEW: Ms.
Smith introduces two extraordinary characters, both of whom are in the modeling
world. Kennedy is exotic, level-headed and wants that big break in the business.
With a hectic schedule and travelling throughout the world, she barely has time
for herself; let alone male companionship. Kennedy is kind hearted, but is
forced to toughen up because she is dealing with some manipulate, vindictive
women in this business. Can you say cat fight? Xavier is sexy as hell and, boy, do
the women know it. Xavier is good in the bedroom, in the kitchen and his career. Who
wouldn’t want a man like this? His character is mature and caring, but his past
discretions tend to catch up with him at the wrong time.
In
ROMANCING THE RUNWAY,
I found the main characters interesting, but not real exciting in the beginning
of the story. I didn’t connect with Kennedy and Xavier until the middle of the
story. At midpoint, I found the plot convincing and I actually got into it. I
found the excitement came from the cat fights among the female models and
Kennedy, when I wanted more excitement among the main characters.
The settings are exotic and
mesmerizing, featuring locations from around world. It was easy to imagine lying
on a beach, in that fantastic swimsuit, basking in the sun. The love scenes were
sensual and enjoyable. The secondary characters brought the twist and excitement
needed to complete the storyline. Jealousy, envy and the paparazzi definitely
plays a part in your life in this type of business.
Overall, ROMANCING THE RUNWAY was a good read and I would recommend reading it.
reviewer@romanceincolor.com | 1st April 2009