"British wit and whimsy adds fun to this sexy romp."

New Year's Day is traditionally a time for making changes, but for Stephanie Glassman it has a whole other meaning when Santa sees fit to drop not one, but two, men from her past down her chimney at the same time. Literally falling for Albert Rossi, a Hollywood stuntman, she was left with more than a broken heart when he went on to another fling; he gave her a son, Jake, who's her whole world outside of her love of music. Suddenly the yuletide season brings Albert back to her asking, on bended knee, for her hand in marriage, promising fidelity and family. What girl could refuse?

Then there's Frank Waterman, the up-and-coming actor whom Stephanie once "played" with. Working together years before on a production, they became enamored friends. Then, life intruded. Suddenly he's back in her world just as she's singing the jingling blues. Frank knows her dreams, just as he knows she's the gal for him. Letting go of his high- class girlfriend, he entices Stephanie to join him in a duet of love and romance. Suddenly, the elusive knock of fame bangs on her door, leaving her not only with a decision to make about the two men she has feelings for, but also whether or not she can have family and fame. Even though her bosom buddy, Cass, tries to help with uniquely quirky advice guaranteed to aid Stephanie in navigating the uncharted waters of life's decisions, Stephanie alone will have to choose between the family she wants and the man of her dreams.

Quirky, but poignant, funny and fresh, this book is an irreverent treasure. Ms. Margolis keeps getting better and better, with her British wit and whimsy. This is a fun, sexy romp with a beat of its own.

Reviewed by Anne Barringer
Posted May 14, 2004