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whiskeyinthejar's review
3.0
2.5 stars
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
After catching her boyfriend cheating on her, Simone decides to fall into her mother's guilt trip and goes back home to take care of her after her knee surgery. For a woman with three failed marriages to Cajun to men, her hometown in Louisiana is a dangerous ground zero.
After Adam's wife dies, he and his daughter move in with his father. As a lawyer and half Cajun, he never has a problem with the ladies.
Simone and Adam have hot and spicy chemistry but with deep trust issues on both sides, their happily ever after will be a battle.
There was something about a man who could say darlin' in a husky, slow croon that could make any girl melt.
The eleventh installment in Sandra Hill's Cajun series is chalk full of the wild, fun, and spicy elements we've come to expect. There are numerous previous characters making big appearances here and some character history that would be very helpful to know. You wouldn't need to have read all the stories in the series but a couple would greatly enhance your enjoyment of this book.
Our heroine Simone is a cop who is tough and capable but has a weakness for Cajun men. Her three marriages burned hot but flamed out quickly and with her last boyfriend cheating on her, she is trying to swear off men, specifically Cajun men. I liked Simone with her tough vulnerability.
Our hero Adam stayed in his marriage even after he found out his wife wanted to be in an open relationship because he didn't want to maybe lose his daughter. After his wife dies, he likes to keep things only casual with women. Adam was at turns sexy, strong, and sensitive.
Cajun Crazy had a fun wild tempo with crazy characters (if you're a reader of the series, you know Tante Lulu steals the show a lot) and antics. So much so, that the romance kind of played second fiddle. Hill has created such a strong world, that the town and characters steal the spotlight. Simone and Adam didn't spend as much time together as I typically like and as a consequence I felt their relationship lacked depth; when the "I love you" statements come, they didn't seem believable.
I also had personal dislike moments with Adam's comments/thinking that his wife was a slut because she wanted an open relationship or because she liked less than conventional bedroom antics. As everyone was of age and consensual, it felt extremely judgmental and a simple not for me or hurt and angry that he felt lied to by his wife would have had Adam coming off better. Adam's thinking occasional spills over on to Simone when he thinks she also sleeps around and again we have quick slut-shaming. It all gave me an uncomfortable and icky feeling.
The ending had a bit of a meaningless danger moment but the overall story was fast paced and had a plethora of interesting characters to follow along with. The romance was a bit weaker but if you're a frequent reader of the series, you'll greatly enjoy visiting these wild, crazy, and loving Cajuns.
A Cajun playboy who was a devoted single father? The deck was stacked against her.
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
After catching her boyfriend cheating on her, Simone decides to fall into her mother's guilt trip and goes back home to take care of her after her knee surgery. For a woman with three failed marriages to Cajun to men, her hometown in Louisiana is a dangerous ground zero.
After Adam's wife dies, he and his daughter move in with his father. As a lawyer and half Cajun, he never has a problem with the ladies.
Simone and Adam have hot and spicy chemistry but with deep trust issues on both sides, their happily ever after will be a battle.
There was something about a man who could say darlin' in a husky, slow croon that could make any girl melt.
The eleventh installment in Sandra Hill's Cajun series is chalk full of the wild, fun, and spicy elements we've come to expect. There are numerous previous characters making big appearances here and some character history that would be very helpful to know. You wouldn't need to have read all the stories in the series but a couple would greatly enhance your enjoyment of this book.
Our heroine Simone is a cop who is tough and capable but has a weakness for Cajun men. Her three marriages burned hot but flamed out quickly and with her last boyfriend cheating on her, she is trying to swear off men, specifically Cajun men. I liked Simone with her tough vulnerability.
Our hero Adam stayed in his marriage even after he found out his wife wanted to be in an open relationship because he didn't want to maybe lose his daughter. After his wife dies, he likes to keep things only casual with women. Adam was at turns sexy, strong, and sensitive.
Cajun Crazy had a fun wild tempo with crazy characters (if you're a reader of the series, you know Tante Lulu steals the show a lot) and antics. So much so, that the romance kind of played second fiddle. Hill has created such a strong world, that the town and characters steal the spotlight. Simone and Adam didn't spend as much time together as I typically like and as a consequence I felt their relationship lacked depth; when the "I love you" statements come, they didn't seem believable.
I also had personal dislike moments with Adam's comments/thinking that his wife was a slut because she wanted an open relationship or because she liked less than conventional bedroom antics. As everyone was of age and consensual, it felt extremely judgmental and a simple not for me or hurt and angry that he felt lied to by his wife would have had Adam coming off better. Adam's thinking occasional spills over on to Simone when he thinks she also sleeps around and again we have quick slut-shaming. It all gave me an uncomfortable and icky feeling.
The ending had a bit of a meaningless danger moment but the overall story was fast paced and had a plethora of interesting characters to follow along with. The romance was a bit weaker but if you're a frequent reader of the series, you'll greatly enjoy visiting these wild, crazy, and loving Cajuns.
A Cajun playboy who was a devoted single father? The deck was stacked against her.
lilyelement's review
4.0
Cajun Crazy is book 11 in the Cajun series. This was my first Sandra Hill book and I really enjoyed her writing style. I loved seeing Simone trying to fight off her "Cajun Crazy" feelings but knowing there was no real hope. This entire book had a small town feel where everyone knows one another and since I had so much fun with this one it makes me want to read the other books in this series.
Simone LeDeux is a police officer that quits her job and moves back to Louisiana to take care of her mom who is having some health issues. Instead of finding another job on the force, she opens up Legal Belles, a private investigator office with a friend. Most of the cases are catching cheating spouses but there are a few others that are potentially dangerous. Adam Lanier is a single dad and lawyer that helps out Simone in one of these other instances and the sparks are instantly flying. This is a super tight-knit town and the gossip mill is at full speed when Adam and Simone's attraction is easily on display. Adam winds up a bit worried about Simone with a case that hits close to home and I was intrigued to see how it all would play out.
Cajun Crazy is a fun, sexy read you won't want to put down. I really enjoyed the small town aspect with all of the family elements. I'm not too familiar with Cajun lingo but luckily it was explained pretty well throughout the novel. It was a bit heavy on the lingo but I could overlook that considering I couldn't wait to see what would happen with Simone and Adam. All in all, this was a lovely read that I think you'll enjoy if you like Contemporary Romances.
Simone LeDeux is a police officer that quits her job and moves back to Louisiana to take care of her mom who is having some health issues. Instead of finding another job on the force, she opens up Legal Belles, a private investigator office with a friend. Most of the cases are catching cheating spouses but there are a few others that are potentially dangerous. Adam Lanier is a single dad and lawyer that helps out Simone in one of these other instances and the sparks are instantly flying. This is a super tight-knit town and the gossip mill is at full speed when Adam and Simone's attraction is easily on display. Adam winds up a bit worried about Simone with a case that hits close to home and I was intrigued to see how it all would play out.
Cajun Crazy is a fun, sexy read you won't want to put down. I really enjoyed the small town aspect with all of the family elements. I'm not too familiar with Cajun lingo but luckily it was explained pretty well throughout the novel. It was a bit heavy on the lingo but I could overlook that considering I couldn't wait to see what would happen with Simone and Adam. All in all, this was a lovely read that I think you'll enjoy if you like Contemporary Romances.
funsizelibrarian's review
3.0
The romance was really more of a 2.5 stars, but the secondary characters saved this one, so I rounded up.
I have never read a romance with such a horribly matched couple. Adam seems to have a split personality and a caveman complex, and Simone is flattered by things I would consider sexual harassment. The idea that they would ever make a go of it is preposterous and totally unbelievable. I won't be reading any more of the series.
I have never read a romance with such a horribly matched couple. Adam seems to have a split personality and a caveman complex, and Simone is flattered by things I would consider sexual harassment. The idea that they would ever make a go of it is preposterous and totally unbelievable. I won't be reading any more of the series.
mariastells's review
1.0
i would give it less than one star but i can't. apologies to myself that i read this.
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