"I really enjoyed this quick read more than I thought I would. I usually don't enjoy short, quicky romances because I feel some authors don't give me enough to convince me that the Hero and Heroine have made any kind of connection, or they rush the end, so that we are left wondering, "But What??".

That is SO not the case with The Best Mistake, the new release from Linda Kage. As she mentioned in the earlier interview that she is reminded of a Romantic Comedy with this book, and I really could see this myself.

The heroine is completely likable from page one, I found myself cracking up because we have all been in her shoes. And then when she meet the Hero.....I absolutely adored the way they meet and what happens after that. It was like being swept up in a fairytale. I wanted to know what would happen between these two, and when the "thing" between them would come out, and what would happen when it did. I may have even cried a bit, and for a short story to make me cry...well that just doesn't happen.

And our Hero, Cole Harrety....can I say...Yes Please!!

My recommendation would be to Definitely Purchase this book today. It will leave you feeling light-hearted and just plain Happy....who couldn't use that in their life? Or, enter the giveaway...take a chance!! I added the link to Wild Rose Press just in case!!."

"This little novella is a good mix of sweet, funny and sexy with a little bit of over-the-top drama and a modest grovel tossed in for good measure (and I adore a good grovel). The characters aren’t always perfectly understandable and the situations sometimes inexplicable but for the length this story was limited to, it was great escapism and when I closed the book, I was happy with what I’d read and wouldn’t hesitate to buy this author again."

"The Best Mistake is a funny, sweet romantic read, with a sad touch; I admired how Deri could remain her kind and considerate self around her “family” who treats her horribly. But still she craves to be accepted by them, as they’re all she’s got after her mother passed away. It broke my heart to read the heartache and loneliness she felt. I was so happy when she met Cole and the instant click that they shared. The mutual attraction between Deri and Cole started out sweet and cute and quickly turned passionate. Not only is he a great lover he is also a great friend, who actually listens to what Deri has to say.

But after Deri told him the truth about her family, Cole turned cold and distant, hurting both Deri and himself in the process. The way things progressed from there on, could have hold more details. Things happened very fast as well. That doesn’t take away that I truly enjoyed the book, I would certainly recommend reading “The Best Mistake”, I don’t think it will leave you dissatisfied."

"I loved this novella so much! I adored Deri and Cole and thought the beginning was fabulously fun. Admittedly, I have a soft spot for stories that make me literally laugh out loud, and this one gave me several chuckles most of the way through it, so I couldn't help but be hooked quick and hard.

Deri, for all her neediness and weakness in relation to her "family" - usually big stumbling blocks for me - was a charming delight who tickled me to no end. She's quirky and clumsy, doesn't have the best self image, and lets her family walk all over her for whatever crumbs they deign to dish out. Still, she's inherently honest, despite all contrary evidence, intensely self-deprecating, and has a sunny disposition and a huge heart. She made me laugh at all the trouble she manages to get herself into. I would have liked her to be a bit more honest with Cole from the beginning, but I at least understand her reasons for not doing so, and I respected her for walking away from Cole when she realized who he is. Or for trying to anyway. Cole certainly didn't make it easy.

Cole was a charmer, that's for sure. I adored that he could see beyond the clumsy, less-than-perfect Deri and appreciate her for her warmth and heart. I loved how quickly and totally he fell under her spell. And I thought his frustration at her gentle rejections was cute and endearing. I was less than fond of something he did late in the book, though. That was pretty reprehensible to me, given the situation at the time, and honestly, it was the only element in the book that gave me significant problems. I don't think he grovelled enough to make up for his hurtful behavior.

I would have liked Deri to stand up for herself more in relation to a family that obviously had no respect for her whatsoever, but her yearning for family was sympathetic, even if her choices weren't the mark of a woman with a healthy level of self respect. I also wasn't convinced that Deri's grandfather's reactions in the conclusion were organic to his nature and the situation at the time. Beyond those minor issues, and the one major one with Cole, I couldn't help but be completely enchanted with this lovely little bite of contemporary romance.

It's light, fluffy, sexy fun, sure. Exactly the sort of tale I consider brain candy. Believe me, I was desperately in the mood for some yummy brain candy just like this. It hit most of my Happy Reader buttons, and left me smiling wide and feeling quite pleased about the whole of the read.."

"Great contemporary romance book!! I read it in one sitting. I was so interested in finding out what would happen between Deri and Cole that I couldn't take my eyes off the screen. Linda does an excellent job of getting her readers caught up in an abundance of emotions. At certain points I was laughing, angry, and even saddened by the story line. I couldn't wait to see what the two of them would do next. If you like romance, you won't want to miss The Big Mistake."

"This book is a good short book. The author got her point across from the very beginning. This book shows that you can always forgive someone if they lie to you. Love prevails over all, just as long as you love each other enough."

"I am a big fan of Linda Kage, this is another fantastic read of hers. I loved Cole, he goes from perfectly polished to relaxed charmer once he meets Deri. Deri is bright and full of life, she is hilarious with her perspectives on things. This is a perfect read for a sunny day."

--Reviewed by Emily

"I absolutely LOVED this book. I thought Deri was a girl after my own heart. She’s obviously a hard worker and even though she’s supposed to be a spy, she’s got to be the worst one I have ever seen. She tries to be more helpful than sabotaging, she falls on top of her boss, when she finds out who he is, instead of getting closer to find out inside information, she does the opposite and distances herself from him. Of course, Cole, is a man who I definitely wouldn’t mind working for. He refuses to take no for an answer, recognized his soul mate in Deri, and while he wasn’t bright enough to figure out who the spy was when it was literally on paper in front of him, his gracious heart and great sense of humor won me over. When it all came out, he listened to his heart and showed Deri that no matter what her family says, she wasn’t a mistake."

--Reviewed by Laci

"To be honest, I found The Best Mistake to be a wonderfully written story, with a group of characters who were well thought out and extremely fun to read about. The plotline was well developed and extremely thorough for being a novella. I definitely recommend The Best Mistake to anyone who loves a short sensual read with a lot of heart."

"My heart hurt for both Deri and Cole. It is so obvious how strongly they feel for one another but they've let secrecy get in their way. I admit, I was a little worried about what might happen.

But Cole does something amazing, by confronting Deri's family, with lawyers in tow. He knows in his heart that she is innocent and even though she might be related to those people-- she hasn't given them anything they were after.

There were cheers all around (from me at least) when Cole stood up for Deri. I so desperately wanted him to take her family down, with legal action, but he did something so much better. Deri won't ever have to worry about them trying to manipulate her again. And Cole won't have to worry about the safety of his company, for that matter."

"This book had me from the first page. There is humor, romance, miscommunication between Deri and Cole. The difference with The Best Mistake is that there was a twist in the end that I didn't see coming and Ms. Kage's voice is fresh and inviting.

Deri is the "mistake" in her family. Everyone in her family thinks that she is a failure and she has believed that for so long that she actually believes it. She doesn't strive to really better herself and when confronted with a task from her grandfather, she jumps at the chance to prove herself to her family. I really felt for Deri because she really is a great person but she has been beat down so much by her family that the self doubt had taken over. When she falls and twists her ankle she never realized what fate would bring her.

Cole is your basic workaholic that leaves little time for play. When he sees Deri trip and fall literally in his lap, his life is changed forever. As he and Deri get close, he doesn't understand why is suddenly quits the company and refuses to see him. She is his perfect woman and knows it. With some time and romance, they might have a chance. What Cole didn't see coming was that the tangled web that Deri was in would ultimately be his and Deri's test of the trust with one another.

I have never laughed so much in a book in a very long time. The excerpt is just a teaser for the rest of the scene. Trust me, you will have tears streaming down your face. Ms. Kage writes with a sense of humor that is true to the characters that she has created. Deri doesn't mean to be funny but with her self doubt, wanting to be part of her family that she was denied and her time with Cole, you really can't help but laugh and feel for her. Cole is a dream but I honestly had my doubts towards the end.

Ms. Kage has written a great story about two people that meet under the funniest circumstances but ultimately realize what is important in their lives and find the strength within themselves to reach for their own happiness.."

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