By Rachel Harris
Accidentally Married On Purpose is the third book in my small town romantic comedy series, and while I’ve loved every single moment I’ve spent in Magnolia Springs, I confess this story is my favorite.
Why, you may ask? Well, there are many reasons. Sherry has been a fan favorite since Taste the Heat, the first book in the Love and Games series, and I confess she made me laugh the most, too. She continued cracking me up in Seven Day Fiancé, and I’ve eagerly waited until I could tell her story, knowing what a blast it would be living inside her head for a few months—and I was right. It wasn’t just Sherry, though. Her hot hero, Tyler Blue, fulfilled a childhood fantasy of mine, the crazy concept of falling in love with a celebrity. Plus, come on, he’s a country singer.
I’m all about the country, y’all.
But honestly, more than any other reason, Accidentally Married On Purpose holds a special place in my heart because my husband inspired an important part of the story. September 18, 2010, I woke up bleary-eyed and tired to find a Post-it note stuck to my bathroom mirror.
You Are Cherished!
That was all it said. You Are Cherished, along with the date. A simple message, but one with a powerful impact.
I felt cherished, I felt loved, and I was extremely giddy. Not to mention suddenly ready to tackle whatever life threw my way that day. I decided to keep it on my mirror, hoping it would continue to inspire me throughout the week, and it did…right along with the one I found a few days later, on different color paper, stuck just beside it.
Notes kept appearing for fifteen months, equaling just over thirty notes in total, all lined in three multi-cored rows. Almost three years since the final note, they are still there.
That isn’t to say my husband doesn’t continue to leave me notes and cards, sweet and silly texts and cute messages. And these weren’t the first ones he ever sent me, either—I have drawers filled with cards he gave me during our courtship and early years. But these notes are special to me. They happen to cover the time in my life where I started writing my first novel, when I got an agent, and when I signed my first publishing contract. When I was struggling with the idea of following my dream while still keeping my role as homeschool mom and loving wife at the forefront of my mind.
These notes encouraged me, motivated me, and now, three years later, inspired me.
I hope you enjoy Accidentally Married On Purpose and smile on Tyler Blue’s love of Post-it notes. I hope you swoon over his unique way of expressing himself as much as I did.
And to my amazing husband, Gregg, thank you for showing me what a true hero looks like…and for giving me my own happily ever after.
About Rachel Harris:
Rachel Harris writes humorous love stories about sassy girls-next-door and the hot guys that make them swoon. Emotion, vibrant settings, and strong families are a staple in each of her books…and kissing. Lots of kissing.
A Cajun cowgirl now living in Houston, she firmly believes life’s problems can be solved with a hot, sugar-coated beignet or a thick slice of king cake, and that screaming at strangers for cheap, plastic beads is acceptable behavior in certain situations. She homeschools her two beautiful girls and watches way too much Food Network with her amazing husband.
An admitted Diet Mountain Dew addict, she gets through each day by laughing at herself, hugging her kids, and losing herself in story. She writes young adult, new adult, and adult romances, and LOVES talking with readers!
Make sure you check out Rachel Harris’ latest novel, Accidentally Married On Purpose, just released on July 14th.
About Accidentally Married on Purpose:
One ring plus one wild night equals one crazy love
Sherry Robicheaux loves men. She loves love. And she loves an adventure. So when she meets a mysterious man while working backstage at a country music concert in Vegas, she’s all about what happens in Vegas staying there.
Country music superstar Tyler Blue just wants a weekend of anonymity…though there’s something about the spunky waitress with the streaks of purple hair that tempts him like no other. Until the next morning, when they both wake up with fuzzy memories…and rings on their fingers.
Convincing Sherry to maintain the ruse for his public image isn’t the hardest part—it’s reminding himself that their time spent playing husband and wife in her small town of Magnolia Springs can’t last. Tyler’s first love will always be music—and the road is no place for a sweet downhome girl.
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Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
July 15, 2014 at 7:15 amThis sounds like a nice light hearted book, which is just the kind that I like to read at the beach!
Heather says
July 15, 2014 at 8:13 amThis book sounds like it’s full of heartwarming messages.
Kay Adeola says
July 15, 2014 at 9:55 amThis sounds like a really fun book to read.This would be my perfect beach read.
Melissa says
July 15, 2014 at 10:41 amI love the premise behind this books. I just wish my husband would leave me post it notes.
Carmen Perez says
July 15, 2014 at 1:31 pmSounds like a great read, I will have to add it to my summer reading list!
Amber NElson says
July 15, 2014 at 4:31 pmThat sounds like a great book to check out. Love notes are fun.
Pam says
July 15, 2014 at 4:44 pmI love romances like this. I will definitely need to check this book out.
Lady Lilith says
July 15, 2014 at 4:55 pmThis looks like a really great book. I am sure it will be cherished when it comes out.
Tough Cookie Mommy says
July 15, 2014 at 5:01 pmI love the idea of posting romantic notes like this one for your spouse. It’s a great way to keep the romance alive.
becca says
July 15, 2014 at 5:50 pmThis sounds like a great book and love the title on it.
Anna says
July 15, 2014 at 6:53 pmI love the title! This sounds like an excellent read, I’ll have to check it out.
Touristmeetstraveler says
July 15, 2014 at 8:21 pmSounds like a good book, I really need to find time to read it.
Amanda @ Growing Up Madison says
July 15, 2014 at 10:01 pmI’m loving the name of the book, accidentally and yet still on purpose. Sounds like a really great read and sounds like her husband is a great guy for inspiring the book.
Veronica says
July 15, 2014 at 10:41 pmThat does sound like a great book. The title is really intriguing. It made me want to find out more
Elayna Fernandez ~ The Positive MOM says
July 15, 2014 at 10:58 pmI can tell I would enjoy this book. I’m a hopeful romantic… Those notes would sweep me off my feet!
Rosey says
July 16, 2014 at 5:54 amIt’s wonderful when your support team is family. I love the props she gave to her husband, and that he deserved them too. 🙂
Liz Mays says
July 16, 2014 at 7:55 amI’m not a romantic person at all, but somehow this really touches me. I’d love to read this!
Krystal says
July 16, 2014 at 8:02 amThanks for sharing about this book. Sounds like an interesting read!
Theresa says
July 16, 2014 at 9:20 amThis sounds like such a cute read. I should make my hubs read it. I want some post it note love notes too!
Carly Bellard says
July 16, 2014 at 12:25 pmI love books like this. It is always good to have a positive message in a book! Thanks for the suggestion.
Dawn says
July 16, 2014 at 2:22 pmThis book looks great. My daughter loves romance books, I will recommend it to her!
Ronnie says
July 16, 2014 at 2:31 pmSweet story about the post-its. 🙂 I hope to find someone who shows me how much he loves me with sweet reminders like that. Also, the plot of the book sounds really good!
LifeAsAConvert says
July 16, 2014 at 5:40 pmSounds like an interesting read. I will have to remember to put it on my list!