Problem is, much as I love the Lord, church-going man never do all that much for me. Kind a man I like ain’t the kind that stays around when he done spending all you money. I made that mistake twenty years ago. (The Help by Kathryn Stockett, pg. 22)
So many women are attracted to men who are just not good for them. What is the allure of the “bad boy?” Rebellion, a hint of danger, the hope of being able to “help” him? The confidence, the sexiness? Even now, I love a good romance with an alpha hero, strong, independent, confident, assertive, but not steeping over the line into abusive. At least in the teaser above, Abilene realizes that she’s attracted to the wrong men and therefore has made the decision to “shut the door on that kind of business.” (pg. 22) Her life is too tough without the added complications a “bad boy” brings with him.
Personally, I’m thankful to love a “not too bad boy” who matured into a wonderful, good man.
Teaser Tuesdays is hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Play along. I cheated, but the rules are easy. Grab your current read, open to a random page, and give us two teaser sentences. Remember, no spoilers.
My copy was purchased and the above is my honest opinion. I am an Amazon associate.
Yes, my bad boy turned out to be an excellent hubby with a little training. Well, with a lot of training, actually! Excellent teaser.
Here’s mine.
Fantastic teaser! Sounds like an interesting read.
Here’s mine:
http://tweezlereads.blogspot.com/2010/02/teaser-tuesday.html
Oh wow, this sounds like a good read. Hummm.. must write down! Thanks for the rec.
As far as bad boys… and who we are with… well.. the vote is still out on that one, lol!=)
How sad. Hope you’re enjoying it.
Great teaser! This was my favorite audiobook last year.
Ah, bad boys. Aren’t they fun to read about?
Ahhhh… I’ve been coveting this book for ages. It’s still not available in bookstores my place yet.
I agree with Stacy, that bad boys are fun to read about…but I wouldn’t want one at home! I have this book at home and can’t wait to read it!
Bad boys are exciting, but good boys bring home the bacon!
🙂
Hmmm, I had no idea that was what this book was about. Isn’t it interesting how covers are misleading. Great teaser!