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In Love by Design (The Adventures of Anabel Axelrod, Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Tracy Ellen (Author), Bookin' It Designs (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 out of 5 stars 418
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The sexy, blonde bookstore owner with a sassy attitude and a brain that never stops doesn't get to prove what a fabulous girlfriend she'll make for even one day before Luke disappears out of town. Let the troubles begin!

Instead of getting to enjoy being a girl passionately in love, Anabel's shiny new feelings and trust in her boyfriend are immediately put to the test. Who is the powerfully charismatic Luke Drake? What are his dark secrets? Does he really love Anabel, or has he been coldly manipulating her feelings to further an intricate design of diabolical revenge that has been in the making for years?

IN LOVE BY DESIGN finds the confident Anabel desperately beginning to wonder if she's wrong to believe in her incredibly hot, yet very tricky boyfriend. Or is this one fairy tale where love cannot conquer all?

Craving more Anabel? ADIEU TO DESTINY 4, FAMILY & FORTUNE 5,, COUPLED WITH CHANCE 6, THE KISS OF KISMET 6, A WEDDING WRITTEN IN THE STARS 7.5, HONEYMOON AND HAPPENSTANCE 8, and A MARRIAGE WITH MOJO 9 are available wherever books are sold.

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5.0 out of 5 starsAnabel, Anabel...5.0 out of 5 starsNever gets boring. It's not your typical romance novel and I ...

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Meet Tracy Ellen... I've always loved reading and now I love writing my own stories about smart women and their alpha males. I was born in Indiana, the third out of five hellions. I've always lived in the Midwest, except for six steamy months in Florida when I was nineteen. Currently, I reside in the suburbs of St. Paul, Minnesota with my husband and family. The college town of Northfield featured in Anabel's Adventures is just down the road a jaunt, although the names and places might been changed to protect the innocent... I love connecting with readers, too. Comments, posts, emails, and reviews are always welcome. Visit my website and please sign up for my newsletter to be aware of new books, exclusive scoop, events, giveaways, contests, and much more fun stuff. www.tracyellenink.com tracy@tracyellenink.com

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00F2TF162
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tracy Ellen, INK; 1st edition (September 7, 2013)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 7, 2013
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4746 KB
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 247 pages
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    4.7 out of 5 stars 418

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If you love your romance served with heaping helpings of love, lust, and laughter before the delicious happily-ever-after, Tracy Ellen is the writer for you!

Born in Indiana to middle-class parents, Tracy's the third out of five hellions. She’s lived in the Midwest most her life - in a small town, on a farm, and in the big city. Currently, she resides in the suburbs of St Paul, Minnesota with her incredibly tolerant, awesome husband and wonderful family.

Always an avid reader of all genres, her writing career began in 2012 with the debut of A Date with Fate, an ongoing series that's a blend of contemporary-romance, romantic suspense, and romantic comedy in a small-town setting. She's also written an apocalyptic romance series and is currently working on a paranormal romance series. Tracy loves being a full-time writer and self-punished er…published author.

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Sandra S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Anabel is as feisty as ever!
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2013
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Another great Anabel book! I'm afraid to say too much because I don't want to spoil it for others. I will say that Tracy did something that very few authors can do. She threw me a curve ball. I'm 45 years old and I've always been a voracious (is that the right word?) reader. When you read that much it's difficult to be completely surprised because there are a finite number of themes and how they can be done. Even if the stories are written in completely different ways, one book in a particular genre is going to have similarities to others in that same genre.

Not this time. When I start a book, I do what a lot of readers do; take a guess on the outcome then see if I'm right. Usually I am. It's not a problem if the story is well written. But my guesses for ILBD missed the mark and I was tickled pink! Normally I don't like surprises. Never have. They almost never turn out well, in my experience. But a surprise in something I read or watch on tv makes my day. It keeps me from becoming complacent and really look at what's there.

I admit I was nervous when I neared the ending. I was afraid it would end up with the main character changing for love. Not this time. I will say something happens and Luke ends up hurting someone Anabel loves. And boy is she pissed! She flat out says she loves the guy but....well you'll have to read it yourself to finish that sentence. ;)

The way Tracy ended ILBD gives me hope there will be a fourth Anabel book. I really really hope so! I want to see if a certain harpy gets what's coming to her!
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Delores
5.0 out of 5 stars Anabel + Luke = FUN FUN FUN!!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2014
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Tracy Ellen is an absolute genius at creating a sassy, cute, intelligent gal who can hold her own with ALL the big dogs! Anabel has got to be the best character I have read in ages. This is the third book in the series, and each one just got better and better. I love everything about Anabel & Luke...their "talks" are some of the best written words I have come across between a man and a woman.
This is an adult book, but everything is so unexpected and creative that you just naturally want more, just like Anabel! And Luke...oh my...he is cool, ruthless (as needed), intelligent, with a cruel (only at certain times, mind you) look that is stunningly provocative! In other words, he is absolute sexiness personified!
The story line is full of fun twists and turns, and I never wanted it to end. Highly entertaining in every way.
If you have not read a "A Date With Fate" yet, stop reading this review and go get it! You will not be sorry.
I can only hope that there is more fun to come with all these wonderful and amazing characters. Tracy has a definite gold mine here, and hopefully she will feed her fans addiction for more more more!
Thank you, Tracy, for creating a fun, stylish, smart (mouth) gal like Anabel...she is one amazing little package of wonderful.
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Amy W
4.0 out of 5 stars Oh Luke, Luke, Luke
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2015
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What can I say it was fabulous. In this book we get a bigger and better glimpse into the man that is Luke. I only rated it 4 stars as the author got a little hung up on descriptions like she did in the first book. Also the sub-story of the Ninjas was completely unnecessary. I would have liked the time to have been spent on the relationship between Annabel and Luke. This is not a stand alone book. If you haven't read the first 2 you will be completely lost. Obviously I have read them and I was scratching my head at times wondering when that happened. For example Anna is pregnant? When did that happen. I only remember Stella being pregnant. Well off to the next book in the series. I am sure there will be other things to scratch my head about.
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LadyTess
5.0 out of 5 stars Quick Wit!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2013
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I love the quick witty, smart mouth Anabel!!! Between Anabel and Luke I am not who kept me on my toes more but I will say neither of them disappointed me. This book really shows more of Anabel and Luke relationship and solved some really important questions. But of course that information could not come in a form of a quite conversation, NO it had to come out in the most dramatic way! I love the banter that goes on when anyone is talking to Anabel, she is very witty and has a smart mouth but the way her minds works sometimes...all I could do was SMH (all I am going to say is DeltaForce...had me rolling in this scene)!! I can't wait to see what happens with these two!! Oh I can't forget the supporting characters (not sure who is my favorite), who are a big help in bring out Anabel's quick wit and making her in to a loving character.

I recommend this to anyone looking for a light read that will not only keep you interested but will make you laugh out loud in some parts!!
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K. A. Hohman
5.0 out of 5 stars In Love With The Adventures of Anabel Axelrod!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2014
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Anabel Rides Again! If you like smart, sassy women (and a few not so smart), strong, intelligent men (and a few not so smart), a strong plot that is well-written with humor and intelligence you will love this series!!! Anabel Axelrod and her posse (friends and family) find themselves in all kinds of situations. They work together to come up with solutions that will work. You will laugh out loud with them as the book progresses. I could not put this book (and previous books) down! I can hardly wait for the next one to come out in December! I love finding a new author that is a excellent writer and has done her research and crafts a wonderful story. I now carry cards with her name and book series to hand out to everyone who is looking for a fabulous and fun book series to read. (Yeah, I'm a former teacher and Border's employee. Pushing books is what I do.)
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Amy
5.0 out of 5 stars Seriously Fantastic Series!
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2014
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Thank you, Tracy Ellen, for offering the first book of this series for free! I was hooked by your writing style immediately. Fresh, funny, sassy, interesting and HOT intimacy made me read all three books within a week....and I have 2 jobs. That should tell you how many nights I stayed up past my bedtime because I couldn't put the book down. Now I grieve the fact that I have to wait 18 days to read the next one. I recommend this book to anyone who loves to laugh out loud, cry, rub your hands together in anticipation, and curse like a sailor because you don't want it to come to an end! Oh my! I just realized that it is 1 a.m....only 17 more days to wait. Grrrrrr! In all seriousness...excellent reading...worth every penny!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 24, 2015
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Brilliant books! Love story between two strong characters, action and adventure. What more could you want? ;-) xx
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Richie4Debbie
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 9, 2017
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See my review for book one
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cozyfan
4.0 out of 5 stars A rollicking continuation in this series.
Reviewed in Canada on November 7, 2014
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Ah to be young again. Anabel, Luke, Anna, Tre J, Bel's sisters and friends are a delight. Nicely drawn characters and a love story that is funny, witty and a page turner. This is not your template written romance or I would not have read all three books in the series to date. I applaud the author for going outside the box, around the block and only stopping for ice cream. Like the two previous books, there is a mystery to be solved along the way. In this book Anabel is kidnapped and not by Luke. Someone has paid her abductor $25K. Who and why is not resolved until the end, like any good mystery! Along the way, Bel and her entourage have another Ninja project to accomplish in their typical Keystone cops manner.

Throughout the book we have love beginning, love faltering and love enduring. We also get a peek at Luke's cruel side when he publicly eviscerates a man, who is a scum-sucking worm, despite the collateral damage it will cause Bel. In my opinion she forgave him far too quickly and easily despite his motivation.

I would suggest you read at least book one first, to understand these characters a little better, even though each book is almost a stand alone with subsequent books telling what happened next, not leaving you cliff hanging. These are two sexy main characters, with complex histories and relationships. They are clever, fearless and passionate.

Read this series and you will smile, laugh aloud, and occasionally shudder, but in the end, like me you will be left wanting MORE.
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Patsycake
3.0 out of 5 stars Book number 3? Not my cup of tea!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 4, 2013
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So, we've now reached a point I the story where Anabel has got her man and is trying to resume her normal life after surviving several failed attempts on her life. I've really loved following Anabel's exploits and her blossoming romance, but I found this book much tougher to stay focused while reading and really wished the author would get to the point. Although there were many good aspects about it, it felt padded out and didn't really conclude at the end. Actually, to be honest, I felt quite annoyed and that I was being duped into buying the next book to get some answers. At this point, I can say hand on heart, I don't really care enough to find out, so if there is another book, goodbye Anabel and have a nice life without me. I do however need to add, don't let this put you off the first two books, they were actually really good reads and are a better representation of what this author is capable of.
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