Tangled in Tinsel is a short novella about a couple that is almost kept apart by misunderstandings. Casey moved up north to get away from her past. She didn't tell anyone about it since she wanted a new start. She's attracted to her next door neighbor, Thad, but he's married! Thad can't figure out why Casey keeps holding back.

My problem with novellas are that they are too short to develop the connection between the characters & the readers fully. I enjoyed the story but due to that lack of connection, I wasn't as fully invested in the story. It was a good superficial read. ( )

STORY LINE TANGLED IN TINSEL (The Celebration Series Book 1):

Tangled in Tinsel, by Stacy Eaton is an exciting intense romance novel. After a crisis, Casey is running from her past and starting her life over. With her friend, Brandy's support, they head up North in her BMW leaving all she knew behind her. Acquiring a job as the local ER supervisor, Casey is ready to start a new phrase of her life.

Buying a house in need of many repairs, Casey's next door neighbor, Thad Wagner, fits the handyman bill. Not only is he handy with repairs, he is handsome, hunky, and seethes sex appeal. In addition, he carry's a big gun; Thad is a law enforcement officer. The intense immediate attraction runs both ways. She has her very own hero right next door. However, there is a huge problem, Casey has no intention of becoming involved with a married man who is also the father of a 5-year-old son, Tommy.

However, these two just can not stay away from each other. Casey does her best to fight her inner desires. While Thad's determined to break down those walls. Come along with Casey, Thad and the town of Celebration in the first book of this new series by author Stacy Eaton. My romance novel review of Tangled in Tinsel follows.

CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, AND DEVELOPMENT:

First of all, I must say, the readers of this novel, will find it filled to the brim with hilarity, misunderstandings, and misconstrued motives as well as intense longing. Tangled In Tinsel will entertain the reader from the first paragraphs as Ms. Eaton sets the hook and grabs you. Secondly, this romance novel contains mystery and secrets which Ms. Eaton slowly reveals at just the right pace.

Moreover, the twists and turns in Tangled In Tinsel, will keep the reader glued to the book. Ms. Eaton included surprise plot twists which will keep you on the edge of your seat. Although hints appear throughout the story, I did not put the pieces together. I found Ms. Eaton format informative as I saw the prospective of each person in his own chapter. This added much to my enjoyment.

Furthermore, Ms. Eaton created well-developed characters in Thad and Casey. Casey is strong in her convictions and desires. She is a fighter who will not go down easily. Along with secondary characters skillfully development, Ms. Eaton threw in the village residents as well. The inclusion of 5-year-old rambunctious Tommy was wonderful. Needless to say, I cracked up at the remarks which popped out of his mouth. Although a typical boy, he was very precocious and a wonderful addition to the cast of characters.

Finally, in conclusion, I found this novel a very enjoyable read with well-developed characters and a story-line which was intriguing. Tangled In Tinsel has light love scenes, which I did not find offensive or graphic. Therefore I would not hesitate to buy this book for myself or a friend.

TANGLED IN TINSEL RECOMMENDATION: STARS 4

As the first book in the series, Ms. Eaton created an excellent beginning. I look forward to seeing more of the town and characters in the next books. Due to love scenes, I recommend this book for young adults and adults.

Finally please note: I received this book from the author and chose to review the novel with an honest romance novel review. Book reviews of any novel are dependent on the book review author’s opinion. Consequently all book reviews on-line and on my blog, are my opinion. This romance novel review was not influenced by the ARC. ( )