This past week I read Life on the Porcelain Edge by C. E. Hilbert and loved it! Here’s the back cover copy:
Tessa Tarrington’s life is swirling out of control. No job. No apartment. Sick Dad…And she’s back in high school! Teaching at her Gibson’s Run alma mater would be tolerable, except she’s sharing purgatory with her mortal enemy, Ryland Jessup. But eight years post-high-school, and after tragedies she can barely understand, Ryland no longer fits her mental image of the over-sized bully he once was. In fact, much to her disgust, he’s finding his way into her heart. After the sudden death of his wife,
Ryland hung up his professional shoulder pads and picked up a whistle. Now he’s focused on coaching the high school football team and raising his daughter. The sudden return of his childhood crush, Tessa Tarrington, has reawakened long-ago feelings. But if God’s giving him a second chance to impress Tessa, the Man Upstairs has a funny way of showing it. Just when Tessa starts to lighten up, Ryland’s best friend returns. Will the always-irresistible Joey Taylor stifle any hope Ryland has to ignite the dream of a relationship with Tessa?
I loved the cover on this humorous book as well as I love this story about Tessa Tarrington’s life spiraling out of control. It had everything I like–humor, romance, a life lesson and wonderful characters. C.E. Hilbert has a gift for writing romcom. Tessa was a well-drawn character and a match for Ryland who has been in love with her since childhood. I enjoyed watching her journey as she returned home where she’d been known at T.T. after an unfortunate accident…It was easy to root for Ryland even though I really liked Joey and hope he gets his own book. 🙂
You can buy C. E.’s book on Amazon.
I like a cover that lets me know the kind of book on the inside. What about you? Does a cover make you pick up a book and read the first page? Leave your comment to be entered in a drawing for two books from my library!
AND NOW FOR THE WINNERS!
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Yes! A cover makes me pick up a book and read the description in the back.
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I agree, Jessica. If a cover turns me off, I don’t even read the back cover copy. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.
Yes, covers do make me pick up a book and thumb through the first few pages. This book sounds great! Thanks for the introduction to a new-to-me author.
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You sound like me, Mindy. Thanks for stopping by.
I think I go with back cover blurbs more than front covers because I know they’re not always the author’s choice, but good front covers do help a lot.
Yes a cover most definitely tempts me to read the book!
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So agree, Tori. Thanks for stopping by.
A cover draws my attention or turns me off to a book, but what really influences me to buy or check out a book is the synopsis on the back cover.
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Hi Suzanne! I look at the cover mostly to tell the genre…and to make sure there isn’t a half-naked men and or woman on it. lol And the back cover copy will either make me look at the first page or put the book back on the shelf. But it’s the first page that sells me.
Oh! I’m excited about winning the devotional! 🙂 Thank you!
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🙂 Thank you so much for visiting my blog regularly!
The cover definitely draws me to a book, but the synopsis is what helps me make my decision.
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Absolutely, Leandra! Usually, if the back cover copy is good, the book is, too! It is very hard to write back cover copy! Thanks for stopping by.
Yes, the cover can definitely cause me to further investigate the book. This one sounds like a fun book.
Yes, the cover draws me in or repels me.
Oh yes, the cover does convince me to look the book over. I just finished Susan Meissner’s As Bright As Heaven…beautiful cover; great book! I love the cover on your upcoming book, too!
Yes, I usually pick a book by its cover. It’s silly I know but the cover draws me to a book. It makes me want to read the book!
I usually go for the cover, too! I read this as well and it was really a winner for me!
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I loved the cover on this book, Paula. Sometimes I feel like my life is in that bowl. lol Thanks for dropping by.
Covers can either draw me in or push me away, particularly if I am unfamiliar with the author. When I know the author, the cover has slightly less impact on whether or not I will read the book. I will read every book I can get my hands on from some authors because I like what I have read previously.
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Edward, I agree with what you’ve said. I’ll read a book by an author I like no matter what the cover looks like. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
I usually pick up a book based on the cover. I then skim the beginning of the book blurb on the back. (Usually it gives too much info for me, and I quickly lose interest.) I look the cover of “Life on the Porcelain Edge.” I have never heard of this author and the description sounds interesting, so I look forward to reading this book.
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Mallori, I thought it was a cute cover that intrigued me. Why did the heroine think her life had tanked? It was fun to read and had its serious moments.
I love a striking cover. Congrats to the winners!
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Me, too, Caryl! So glad you dropped by.
I am a self-proclaimed cover snob…lol! I have an affinity for a beautiful or eye-catching one. I will often choose books to read based on that and if the back cover blurb appeals to me. The other deciding factor, is a known author. Though I’m not opposed at all to trying new writers 🙂
Oftentimes anymore, it’s review books I pick up first!
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I have a friend who has reworked her cover three times and finally has come up with something she likes. Covers are hard. And I’m so glad you try new authors, Trixi! Thanks for dropping by!
I am so excited to have won a book…thank you! I have been out of town and am rather behind on my emails so I apologize for the late reply. I look forward to hearing from you.
If I do not know the author, the cover does often help me in deciding whether or not to pick up a book. While the cover of this book obviously appeals to many, it is not one I would pick up without reading a review. I have learned to read reviews and even a blurb from the book even if I do not care for the cover. This one sounds like it is a fun read!
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I’ve been out of town, too, Diane. Thanks for stopping by. I’ve sent you an email about the books.