LOVE IN A SMALL TOWN

Author: Betty Jo Schuler ISBN: 0759937354 10/2006 CONTEMPORARY Publisher: HARD SHELL WORD FACTORY

Sam Champion, a math professor, arrives in tiny Browning, Illinois, eager to sell his mother's childhood home and return to Arizona for his appointment to department head. But when his red-haired neighbor, Lily Madison, sets her house on fire, and he invites her to move in with him, everything changes. Owner of an aromatherapy shop, she's also Browning mayor, water commissioner, welcome wagon ambassador, board member, and chairman of their upcoming twentieth class reunion. An optimist with big plans for the small town and a dream for Sam, who's not a dreamer, she's sure his mother wanted him to live in his grandparents' house and insists life in a small town is the best. Sam's head is swimming, and Lily's winning on several scores, but Sam has a career, condo, and a relationship with a female colleague in Phoenix. Lily Madison brightens Sam Champion's life, but he doesn't realize how much until he tries to walk away from her and Browning.

RRAH's THOUGHTS AND PONDERINGS:

If you are in the mood for a good old-fashioned love story, look no further! Betty Jo Schuler's LOVE IN A SMALL TOWN is just the book for you. Grab a fuzzy blanket and a warm drink and get ready to fall in love!

LOVE IN A SMALL TOWN is such a sweet, romantic story. It's an easy read that you may even finish in one sitting. I loved it just because the characters were so incredibly likable and the whole point to the story is how long will it take for them to admit that they are in love.

Sam Champion, a math professor, is heading out to the small town of Browning, Illinois, to sell his grandparent's home. He is more than willing to quickly fix it up and sell it so he can get on with his life. He doesn't figure on lively Lily Madison lighting up his life!

Lily Madison is Browning's Mayor and holder of other town positions. She's bright, independent and witty. She and Sam hit off right from the start! They are such a perfect couple.

Although there's some hope for a relationship, Sam has made it known that he doesn't plan on staying in Browning, much to Lily's dismay. It doesn't take long for Sam to realize that maybe small town life suites him and that being with Lily is what he really needs in his life!

LOVE IN A SMALL TOWN was a great read. Betty Jo Schuler penned a delightful story. I hope you're able to take some time and enjoy this wonderful romance!

Julie Kornhausl