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book: South Beach Chicas Catch Their Man | Caridad Pineiro

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	• South Beach Chicas Catch Their Man Caridad Pineiro Downtown Press, 2007 - 304 pages average customer review:based on 2 reviews view larger image
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A good beach read

SOUTH BEACH CHICAS CATCH THEIR MAN by Caridad Pinerio
February 9, 2008

Rating: 3/5 Stars

SOUTH BEACH CHICAS CATCH THEIR MAN is a beach read with some strong female characters, but not a very solid story structure to warrant this book more than three stars. The book continues the story of characters that appeared in Pinerio's previous novel, and those who had read that first book may want to read this second one. I have to say, however, that while parts of the book did keep my attention, I felt that the book was uneven and that a big chunk of it could have been given less attention.

The main character is Sylvia Amenabar, who is currently a writer for a social-events column, and has shown interest in one Carlos Ramirez, a cop that took a bullet for her because of a piece of journalism she had gotten involved in. Sylvia is feeling some guilt over his injury, and she's also not sure she wants to be in a committed relationship with Carlos. She is reminded of her own parents, and how her mother Virginia has never been happy, pining away for the one man that she loved, Sylvia's father, a man Sylvia does not want in her life.

The bulk of the plot has Sylvia investigating the case that Carlos has been working on, and it brings up some information that will anger a number of her friends. It's a touchy subject, but Sylvia wants to do a good job and prove that she is a serious journalist that can report on more than just the local celebrity scene.

The part of the story line that I found rather distracting was the subplot surrounding Sylvia's mother Virginia. While her story explained Sylvia's problems with commitment, I didn't really care to read about Virginia's problems, and wanted the book to focus entirely on Sylvia and her issues with Carlos, and the case that they found themselves involved in.

I am giving SOUTH BEACH CHICAS CATCH THEIR MAN three stars because it is a good beach read, but I think the book could have been much better if there had been less emphasis on Sylvia's mother.

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From the author!

I'm so glad I got to write the follow-up to SEX AND THE SOUTH BEACH CHICAS, but not to worry if you haven't read the first one since this book stands alone. Here's some of the reviews that have come in for this book which was featured in RT Book Club, Latina Magazine and premiered on Romance Novel television (www.romancenovel.tv)

Chicklit RomanceWriters: 9/10. "With a little bit of mystery, a good dose of loving, and a lot of great girl talk, Piñeiro's South Beach Chicas Catch Their Man is a novel that all chick lit readers will want to add to their collection!"

Fresh Fiction: "It should be the dream of all women to have friends such as these characters. The relationships between the men and women of this story are passionate and solid. Caridad Piñeiro captures character qualities and weaves them into fresh fabric of paper print, page after wonderful page."

Harriet Klausner: "The second South Beach Chicas tale (see SEX AND THE SOUTH BEACH CHICAS) is a terrific South Florida investigative romantic suspense thriller. Sylvia is a superb protagonist as she distrusts Carlos although attracted to him; partly she believes deeply men leave as her father proved, but also thinks he is hiding the truth especially his role in a cop shooting. . . .Caridad Pineiro provides an entertaining chick lit investigative romance."

SingleTitles.com: "The stories of Caridad Pineiro always showcase her wide range of abilities. Whether the story is darkly intriguing and features one of her original paranormal beings or concerns topics faced by today's women, Ms. Pineiro deftly handles the subject and captivates readers with her storytelling ability. . . .SOUTH BEACH CHICAS CATCH THEIR MAN speaks to women everywhere with its powerful story about friendship, where emotion is sincerely portrayed by the unforgettable characters."

Romance Reviews Today: "SOUTH BEACH CHICAS CATCH THEIR MAN is chick lit with a healthy dollop of investigative mystery thrown in. These chicas are not simple girls, but well-educated professionals who see no need to humble themselves to anybody. Caridad Piñeiro brings the four friends to life drawing on her own experience as a transplanted Cubana, born in Havana, brought up in the USA. She is an attorney, and her experience brings a welcome touch of realism to her character, Tori. . . .Celebrate the end of summer with an armchair trip to South Beach, Miami, and play with the beautiful people on the beach. Oh, and don't forget the mojitos!"

FictionScribe.com: "Even though this was a sequel, I didn't feel particularly put off during reading it because of that. I, of course, now want to read the first one, but I don't feel it's a necessity to do so to enjoy this book. I enjoyed this book a lot not only because . . .it showed five (watch out for Sylvia's mum!) successful women who built it all themselves and are now enjoying the best out of life. Caridad does well not only exploring the relationships of younger women but also in exploring the relationships of the forty-somethings who society sometimes forgets about in the romantic realm. This book is perfect for a bit of light (and hot!) reading for the last days you can manage to get on the beach this season or during your candlelit baths."

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Four single girls + four sexy men = Trouble for one confirmed

bachelorette who just wants to hang with her amigas!

Reporter Sylvia Amenabar loves her vida loca. Just months ago, she and her three best friends -- Adriana, Juli, and Tori -- were happily single, hoisting mojitos at their weekly get-together. Now, everything's changed. All four women have sexy men in their lives -- and Sylvia's not sure she likes it that way.

Ever since handsome cop Carlos Ramirez took a bullet for Sylvia after an investigative report went south, she's been fighting their intensifying attraction. Sure, he's gorgeous and great in bed -- and nearly died for her -- but Sylvia has sworn never to let a man be in a position to break her heart the way her father did by abandoning her and her mother.

Besides, who has time for the whole relationship dance? Sylvia's got a reputation to maintain as Miami's hottest new journalist. But when her latest assignment threatens to smear Adriana's boyfriend, Riley, and too-good-to-be-true Carlos, and her mother is hell-bent on reuniting with her father, Sylvia finds that life and love and family aren't things you can control!

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