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Drop Dead Gorgeous Kindle Edition

by Lauren Landish (Author), Valorie Clifton (Editor), Staci Etheridge (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition

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I see dead people.
No, not like that movie.

I’m a coroner, and yes it's the kiss of death on my dating life. When men find out what I do, I'm lucky to hear “it was nice meeting you.”

Until I almost accidentally kill Blake Hale with my car.
Instead of being freaked out by me, he’s intrigued.
No matter how much I try to scare him off, he keeps coming back for more.
And for a follow-the-rules guy, he’s breaking them all for me.

We couldn’t be more different.
He’s all goodness and light, with a brain that’s even sexier than his six pack.
I’m danger in a pretty package, and no amount of knocking on wood is going to make the happily ever after he’s promising come true. But…

With each word we exchange, my resolve weakens.
With each heated look, he gets further into my soul.
With every kiss, he consumes me by accepting me just as I am.

I deal in death all day. He sells life… insurance. What could possibly go wrong when I start believing in Mr. Right?

Drop Dead Gorgeous is a full-length meet-cute Romance... with a twist! It is a standalone.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08W2XG58V
Publisher ‏ : ‎ (February 5, 2021)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 5, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1.3 MB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 358 pages

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Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Washington Post and #1 Amazon best-selling author Lauren Landish welcomes you into a world of rock-hard abs and chiseled smiles. Her sexy, contemporary romances—including her wildly successful Irresistible Bachelor Series—have garnered a legion of praise from her readers. When Lauren isn’t plotting ways to introduce readers to their next sexy-as-hell book boyfriend, she’s deep in her writing cave and furiously tapping away on her keyboard, writing scenes that would make even a hardened sailor blush.

For all the updates and news on her upcoming books (not to mention a whole lotta hunks), visit her website at www.LaurenLandish.com or follow her on Twitter (@LaurenLandish) and Facebook (@Lauren.Landish).

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Customers find this book entertaining and appreciate its different storyline with suspense and twists. They love the characters, particularly the two main characters who are funny and sweet, and enjoy the hilarious banter throughout the book. The story takes readers through a wide range of emotions and features a nerdy, good-looking male protagonist. While the writing style receives mixed reviews, with some finding it well-written while others note excessive foul language, customers consistently praise the chemistry between Zoey and Blake.

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186 customers mention "Enjoyment"186 positive0 negative

Customers find the book entertaining and funny, with one mentioning it's a perfect read for a relaxing day.

"...It’s part rom com, part murder mystery, and part dark comedy – the perfect combination of elements to make this highly entertaining and bingeable...." Read more

"...Their Firsts are good, and the sex scenes are more emotional yet unafraid to paint a picture, if you know what I mean. I enjoyed them...." Read more

"...AND there is a possible murder mystery!! This book went from really good to amazing with all of that going for it!!!..." Read more

"...That being said I did enjoy the book and read it pretty fast...." Read more

181 customers mention "Storyline"157 positive24 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, which features suspense and a twist, with one customer noting it has a different plot than usual.

"...It’s part rom com, part murder mystery, and part dark comedy – the perfect combination of elements to make this highly entertaining and bingeable...." Read more

"...Their Firsts are good, and the sex scenes are more emotional yet unafraid to paint a picture, if you know what I mean. I enjoyed them...." Read more

"...AND there is a possible murder mystery!! This book went from really good to amazing with all of that going for it!!!..." Read more

"...give this book a 3 star rating because I did like the book and the story was good but I felt like I was misled in reading it...." Read more

95 customers mention "Character development"86 positive9 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, finding them well-written and funny, with one customer particularly appreciating the layers of the main heroine.

"...I loved all of the offbeat comedy, the relatable (yet eccentric) characters, and the unique storyline...." Read more

"...There are some great secondary characters, some surprise you at the end!..." Read more

"What a great book. Loved the story and all of the characters...." Read more

"...It was good, but I could see the book without it. I really enjoyed the characters, especially Holly, Zoey's best friend...." Read more

63 customers mention "Humor"56 positive7 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, particularly its hilarious banter and sarcastic tone.

"...This book has all the feels, witty banter and heat. While it is slow burn, don’t let the sexy exterior and nerdy interior fool you. Blake is fire...." Read more

"...Lauren writes fun, witty and slightly ridiculous books...." Read more

"...often nerdy, sometimes sexy, unquestionably clever, and always very, very funny. Lauren Landish is simply amazing...." Read more

"...But I loved everything else. The smart banter, knowledge guy who met and gave Zoey what she needed to be happy!" Read more

47 customers mention "Cuteness"47 positive0 negative

Customers find the book cute, particularly appreciating the nerdy good-looking character Blake and the sexy scenes.

"...The banter between them is occasionally dark, often nerdy, sometimes sexy, unquestionably clever, and always very, very funny...." Read more

"...Zoey is drop dead gorgeous, but that isn't what scares all the guys away...." Read more

"...The male protagonist is handsome, charming, protective, patient and clever/wise. They work well together, and their HEA is satisfying...." Read more

"...This book was korny but cute, loving and sexy, with a mystery thrown in to keep things hopping. There is something for everyone...." Read more

43 customers mention "Heartfelt story"40 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the heartfelt story that takes them through a wide range of emotions, with one customer noting how completely invested they are in the characters' happily-ever-after.

"...anything I’ve read by this author – in a good way – and it kept me on my toes throughout. And I really, really liked the growth in intimacy...." Read more

"...how it's going to play out, but the ending still gives me the satisfying HEA vibes that I needed, so I was willing to look past the mystery not..." Read more

"...He is so patient and loving in his approach!! He tries his hardest to show her how smart, caring, loyal, amazing, and beautiful she really is...." Read more

"...read between books that I have read and were more complex and emotional in a story which I enjoy reading...." Read more

23 customers mention "Love for zoey"23 positive0 negative

Customers love the relationship between Zoey and Blake, describing them as a perfect match who are great together.

"...They are the perfect match and their chemistry just sizzles through the screen(I read on my kindle LOL)...." Read more

"...crazy, a whole lot of nerdy, opposites in many areas, but perfect for each other, if Blake can get Zoey to see that...." Read more

"...I was enjoying myself all throughout. I like how patient Blake is with Zoey! He was trying to break down her defenses slowly without scaring her off...." Read more

"...It's like the perfect match, guaranteed to have them interested in each other for the rest of their lives...." Read more

25 customers mention "Writing style"15 positive10 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing style of the book, with some finding it well written while others criticize the excessive use of foul language.

"...Anywho you are an amazing writer and cannot wait to read the rest of your books :)" Read more

"...It just got difficult to read. Especially with the repetition in her thoughts. I stopped at 30%" Read more

"I liked everything about this story. First, the writing style was easy to follow for me...." Read more

"...There is too much foul language, sexual innuendo and explicit sex in this book to be considered a Christian Romance book...." Read more

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Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2021
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What a delightful, quirky treat! This is EASILY the best book that I’ve read by this author, and I’m always excited to get my hands on her new releases. I really wasn’t sure what to expect going in, and that made the journey all the more interesting. It’s part rom com, part murder mystery, and part dark comedy – the perfect combination of elements to make this highly entertaining and bingeable. And the hero? LOVED him. He’s like a sweet alpha with a nerdy side, a guy who is willing to put in the work to get his girl. It was so refreshingly different that I was completely invested from start to finish, and enjoyed it the whole way through.

The story follows Zoey, a woman who has gotten used to talking to dead people more than she does live ones… and not in a supernatural way. She’s a coroner who is considered something of a black widow around town, since she deals with death on a daily basis and seems to bring it to those she spends time with. So when Zoey runs into Blake – literally – she does everything she can to stay away. But Blake is an insurance agent who has already calculated the risks, and he’s determined to win a date with the mysterious beauty. When their careers bring them together on a case of sorts, these two have no choice but to get closer.

I loved all of the offbeat comedy, the relatable (yet eccentric) characters, and the unique storyline. The tone felt very different than anything I’ve read by this author – in a good way – and it kept me on my toes throughout. And I really, really liked the growth in intimacy. Blake won’t let Zoey write him off, run scared, or keep things casual, so the payoff at the end of this slow burn was so good. There’s a great growth in intimacy that makes this otherwise light, fun read feel like it’s got some serious depth. We’re also introduced to some other intriguing characters, and their stories would likely be just as interesting. Here’s hoping that we get more like this from the author, because this was a seriously good read. I received an early copy via the author and am voluntarily leaving a review of this quirky caper.

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Coroner meets insurance salesman, and sparks fly. Not exactly the setup that I'd think would set the world aflame, but this romance really has some oomph behind it.

There is NOTHING I love more than a hero who is willing to work for his heroine's affections. The guy who will go the extra mile to see to her protection, her comfort, and most of all, her love. So, when I started to read Drop Dead Gorgeous and I saw how Blake had to work to get through Zoey's defenses, I was hooked.

I found it interesting that Zoey's good looks have been weaponized against her her entire life, and her nickname of Drop Dead Gorgeous, is anything but a compliment. This isn't a case of where the heroine is oblivious to her charms, and spends the entire book unaware that she's hella pretty. Instead, Zoey's ostracized from her community because of her unlucky history and her looks are anything but an advantage, which, considering real life, you'd be hard pressed to believe. And yet, here, it works. If someone notes how pretty she is, it's followed up by how deadly being near her is. She's lived under a cloud most of her life, and I liked that Blake knew how fragile her heart is, and wanted to care for it. They're both quirky and weird but as you keep on reading, you can see how well they fit together. Their Firsts are good, and the sex scenes are more emotional yet unafraid to paint a picture, if you know what I mean. I enjoyed them.

There's a subplot involving a possible murder that they're investigating, and I do think the story suffers a little towards the end for the sake of the "suspense" part of the storyline. Basically, it's real easy to see how it's going to play out, but the ending still gives me the satisfying HEA vibes that I needed, so I was willing to look past the mystery not being that mysterious in the end. It's my first Lauren Landish book, but I doubt it'll be my last.

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A Rom-Com Wrapped Up In A Dark Comedy Wrapped Up In A Mystery!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2021
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I have read books by Lauren Landish, which is why I decided to pick up this book. I love the way she writes rom coms, so I was intrigued by the description of this book. But, when I started to get into Drop Dead Gorgeous I was floored! This was not only a rom com but it was also a dark comedy of sorts! AND there is a possible murder mystery!! This book went from really good to amazing with all of that going for it!!!
The book revolves around Zoey Walker, the county coroner in her small town. Everyone calls her Drop Dead Gorgeous because of her past, which I found extremely unfair!! Don't get me started on the people of Williamson County because I wanted to slap them all for the way they treated her!!! The worst part is that Zoey believes them and has isolated herself from everyone so she doesn't cause any death or harm to them.
Blake Hale is just a swoon worthy hero if there ever was one!!! Loved him!! He is a life insurance salesman, ironic right!! He and Zoey meet when they get into a car accident. He begins his pursuit of Zoey immediately, but in the most patient, caring way. Once he sees how the town treats her, he's appalled!! This also gives him insight on how to win Zoey's heart. He is so patient and loving in his approach!! He tries his hardest to show her how smart, caring, loyal, amazing, and beautiful she really is.
In the mist of this is the death of Richard Horne. Zoey is the coroner on the case and Blake is the insurance agent for his life insurance. They both think that he didn't die of natural causes, so they decide to investigate on their own. This part of the book was a complete bonus for me!! I wasn't expecting it and it added so much to their love story!! I won't give anything away, but this kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end!!
There are some great secondary characters, some surprise you at the end! Williamson County is probably the biggest secondary character there is, because it is the reason behind Zoey's character.
I loved this book! It was funny, engaging, swoon worthy, captivating, and mysterious all wrapped up into one book!!

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Neeru Rana
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Reviewed in India on February 15, 2021
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Another great work by the author which feels like a concoction you would have any given day as it's funny, exciting, thrilling, it makes you laugh, sad, nervous.
Although, the book revolves around delicate topics like Superstion and Bad Omens it's a fun read. Lauren makes you understand the depths and effects superstions can cause keeping the book a light read which is a commendable job.
It's a good romance with a murder mystery anything additional that's required is just a cup of coffee to enjoy the read.
Blake is handsome, intelligent, dorky, a trivia genius with a good sense of humour. On the other hand, Zoey is Drop Dead Gorgeous, a beauty with brain, sarcastic and funny.
It's hilarious the way she reacts to people's innuendos.
It is heartwarming to read how Blake sheds all the walls Zoey has surrounded herself with. Never giving up.
Not gonna say much as it's a mystery but honestly it's an amazing read. Would re-read any given day. Bonus the is extended epilogue 😁

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M. E. Mcdowall
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Reviewed in Australia on August 15, 2023
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What a great read. Loved the characters and the murder mystery combined with the love story. Highly enjoyable. Also loved the downloaded epilogue.

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R M
Funny and sweet.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 11, 2021
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I first discovered Lauren Landish during Lockdown and read My Big Fat Fake Wedding.
I’ve read many of her books’ series since then.
Her writing is addictive.
Especially in these times.
I understand that it’s erotica, but even if it wasn’t.. I mean minus the hot and steamy scenes too... I’d have read her books for sure. I love her stories and the characters who’re so caring about each other.
So Blake and Zoey meet when Zoey hits Blake’s car. They both are safe. But Zoey’s history and the people in her county have made her believe that she’s sort of a bad omen for those whom she loves. This has made her insecure and wary.
I love how Blake looks beyond her walls of insecurities, self doubts and fears. And I love how he appreciates not only her body but her brains too. And I love how his character isn’t larger than life. He’s mostly portrayed as guy-next-door, or so I think.
It takes time, but they both work hard for this relationship. Blake because he has to get past her walls. And Zoey because she has to believe that she can have a happy ending.
There is humour and there is emotion. And then there is persistence. Not stalking, but determination. And not a lust for bodies only, but a genuine interest in winning the hearts.
Oh and it’s a murder mystery too. And there is humour in that too. I mean Richard Horne, aka Dicky! Seriously!?
The supporting characters are good too.

Just a teeny tiny itty bitty problem. The words primal and animalistic are used in almost all those romance-erotica novels. Can we find or create more words please?

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Beatriz
Muito bom!
Reviewed in Brazil on August 11, 2021
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Esse deve ser um dos meus livros favoritos no momento! A escrita é bem fluida, a trama é divertida e sensível ao mesmo tempo. Super recomendo. Se você está começando a ler em inglês agora, esse livro pode ter algumas palavras mais complicadas devido à profissão da personagem principal, mas isso não deve ser um grande problema.

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Jessica CW
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Reviewed in Canada on May 3, 2021
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Zoey is the coroner, the person the town picks on and one who has the worst luck, but all that is surface level, when an unexpected crash bring Blake into her life, finally things go deeper.

Blake is a romantic at heart, and with fate on his side he not only meets Zoey before working with her but gets to see under the layers that many forego....

This book has it all, romance, comedy, danger, chemistry and mystery. Loved it.

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