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Reviews for No
Law Against Love
by Multiple Authors
If you have ever found yourself rolling
your eyes at some of the more stupid laws, then you are going to
adore this novel. Twenty-four stories fill up this anthology, each
one dealing with at least one stupid or outdated law. Let me give
you an example: In Florida, USA, there is a law that states ‘If an
elephant is left tied to a parking meter, the parking fee has to be
paid just as it would for a vehicle.’ Yes, you read those correctly.
No matter how many times you go back and reread them, the words will
remain the same. That law is still legal. Most of the crazy laws in
these wonderful stories are still legal. The tales vary in time and
place. Some take place in the present date, in the past, in the USA,
in England, may contain magic...in other words, there is something
for everyone! You simply cannot go wrong. Best yet, all profits from
the sales of this novel go to breast cancer prevention. The
anthology is not made up of unknown authors either. Here is a list
of the sixteen authors (in order of appearance) that contributed
stories for you to enjoy: DeborahAnne MacGillivray, Leanne
Burroughs, M.J. Sager, Cheryl Alldredge, Jeanne VanArsdall, Victoria
Oliveri, Cissy Hassell, Kemberlee Shortland, Diane Davis White,
Rekha Ambardar, Jennifer Ross, Michelle Scaplen, Jacquie Rogers,
Kristi Ahlers, Patty Howell, and Susan Barclay.
***** A stellar anthology that had me laughing, sighing in pleasure,
believing in magic, and left me begging for more! Will there be a
second anthology someday? I sure hope so! This is one novel that I
will go directly to my ‘Keeper’ shelf, to be read over and over
again. Very highly recommended! *****
~ Detra Fitch, Huntress Reviews.
Take sixteen very talented authors; mix
in some of the most arcane and ridiculous laws that ever existed
(some still on the books today); - mix them all up; and you are in
for an unbelievably rollicking good time! Yet, the best and most
important thing to remember is that these wonderful ladies are doing
this all in the name of charity. All proceeds that could have been
theirs will be donated for Breast Cancer Research.
The stories run the gamut of genres, from contemporary, historical,
fantasy, in short there is bit of just about anything you can think
of that will tickle your fancy and pertain to one of the ridiculous
laws. DeborahAnne MacGillivary opens the stage with a very sensual
tale of `Bad Cat' when she tackles the Destin, Florida law of `Any
dog or cat which attacks and bites a person or another animal
without provocation, shall be deemed a `bad dog or `bad cat' and the
owner shall pay civil penalty of one hundred dollars'. Leanne
Burroughs gives you a sinfully sweet taste of sensuality with
`Chocolate in the Afternoon' when she takes on one of Great
Britain's laws that says - `It's illegal for a lady to eat
chocolates on a public conveyance'. Watch out for the law in North
Carolina that Cissy Hassell had a ball with - `If a man and a woman
who are not married, go to a hotel/motel and register themselves as
Mr. & Mrs, according to state law they are then legally married!'
These and many others, from smart-alecky `shady angels', `lost
faeries', and `fighting Scots' can all be found in this wonderful
anthology. These stories and others from the other talented
contributing authors of Kristi Ahlers, Cheryl Alldredge, Rekha
Ambardar, Susan Barclay, Patty Howell, Victoria Oliveri, Jacquie
Rogers, Jennifer Ross, M. J. Sager, Michelle Scaplen, Kemberlee
Shortland, Jeanne VanArsdall, and Diane Davis White have combined
to make this one unforgettable, funny and sensual delight. This book
comes highly recommended!
~ Marilyn Rondeau, The Best Reviews
While this anthology does not answer the
basic question of who the heck makes a law about the ‘bouncability’
of pickles, I had a blast reading every single story in here.
The underlying theme of this anthology is a collection of ridiculous
laws. Each story is unique and most genres are represented. It was
interesting to see how the various lovers reacted to the bizarre
laws. Some characters merely deride the laws and then ignore them.
Some manipulate them to their advantage to capture their
sweetheart's interest. Some actively protest them with the
authorities.
This is hands-down the best anthology of romantic short stories I
have ever read. Last thing I'll say is that I think it's wonderful
Highland Press is donating the profits from this book to breast
cancer research. As if it wasn't enough to know that you're getting
a fantastic product, you can also feel good knowing that your money
is going to good use. Great theme, great book, great cause! Five
enthusiastic stars!
~ Deborah Wolf, Romance A Day
Romance lovers the world over can
rejoice in this fantastic volume of short stories. Based on obscure
and little known laws, each tale of romance centers around one of
the laws. It's a fascinating concept for an anthology and one
guaranteed to spark some imaginative scenarios!
Sixteen writers, producing twenty-four awesome stories, gave of
their time and efforts to aid in finding a cure for breast cancer.
There's reason enough in my mind to purchase this volume. Think
about it though-twenty-four romance stories-that's quite a bargain!
From break out authors DeborahAnne MacGillivray and Leanne Burroughs
to fantastic new authors like Kristi Ahlers and Jacquie Rogers,
there's plenty here for any type of romance fan.
It was interesting to see what so many different authors could put
together in one volume. From Scottish mountain cats in eye patches
to travel agent fairies and shady angels, this volume runs the gamut
of romance reading fun. Whatever your romance style; contemporary,
paranormal, historical, it's all here waiting for you. Get a copy
today and curl up on the couch with it. Read it at the gym or enjoy
it on a sunny day at the park-however you like to read, just get it
and prepare to enjoy! Be on the look out for all these rising
romance writers. I predict many happy hours of reading pleasure from
their stories and books alone!
~ Kenda Montgomery, Author of Mysterious Ways
You might forget that Highland Press is
donating all of the proceeds from NO LAW AGAINST LOVE to breast
cancer research, but you will never forget the brilliant characters
that come to life under the passionate pens of 16 romance authors.
While reading this anthology, prepare to break out in a sweat, bust
out laughing and break all of the molds as far as romantic short
stories are concerned.
I was surprised, entranced and enamored of this fun book, but it
will curl your toes if you're not careful. You never know what is
coming next, but you will embrace each twist and turn of the page,
while falling in love over and over again with each couple's
romantic tale of adventure. And, while the journey to each heart may
be short, the ride is nothing short of powerful, poignant and
passion-filled.
The delightful mix of stories, which center around silly laws still
in existence, takes you on a wild dance through the lives of
numerous men and women who find love despite themselves and the
bizarre situations and laws threaded throughout each of the lively
chapters. The authors and their characters cut the rug on the dance
floor of readers' hearts and take us to their worlds, where cats
aren't the only ones who get stroked and officers of the law make
sure the world knows there's certainly NO LAW AGAINST LOVE.
~ Aysel Arwen, Author of Romancing the Stars
This brilliant anthology has that unique
ability to make you feel good. Firstly, the reader feels pleased
that just by buying the book she is doing good, as all profits go to
breast cancer research. However, secondly, and more importantly, the
reader is given a thoroughly diverse group of short stories to enjoy
- all written by some talented authors!
If you buy this book you will laugh and smile and nod your head in
complete understanding as a whole bunch of true-to-life characters
take you on some very crazy but always entertaining journeys!
Everyone should have a copy of this book!
~ Anne Whitfield, Author of Kitty McKenzie
NO LAW AGAINST LOVE is a delightful
anthology about love and some of the silly laws on the books.
Sixteen writers and twenty-four different stories all revolving
around a silly law and how that law brings a couple—or two or three
couples-together. Each author picked her own silly law to write
about, and some of the results are hilarious. Some bring a tear to
the eye. Some of the stories are contemporary, some historical, some
fantasy. All are wonderful. I can't wait for the next anthology, NO
LAW AGAINST LOVE II. As an added inducement, all the authors agreed
to pass on their payment, donating their profits to fight breast
cancer. What a wonderful gift!
~ Gerri Bowen, Author of Blue Moon Reunion
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