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From the New York Times bestselling Julie James comes this "tantalizing dessert—a delicious delightful read that all hopeless romantics will enjoy" (Chicago Sun-Times). For fans of Susan Mallery and Rachel Gibson.
WHEN IT COMES TO THE LAWS OF ATTRACTION
Payton Kendall and J.D. Jameson are lawyers who know the meaning of objection. A feminist to the bone, Payton has fought hard to succeed in a profession dominated by men. Born wealthy, privileged, and cocky, J.D. has fought hard to ignore her. Face to face, they’re perfectly civil. They have to be. For eight years they’ve kept a safe distance and tolerated each other as co-workers for one reason only: to make partner at the firm.
THERE ARE NO RULES.
But all bets are off when they’re asked to join forces on a major case. At first apprehensive, they begin to appreciate each other’s dedication to the law—and the sparks between them quickly turn into attraction. But the increasingly hot connection doesn’t last long when they discover that only one of them will be named partner. Now it’s an all out war. And the battle between the sexes is bound to make these lawyers hot under the collar
After graduating from the University of Illinois College of Law, Julie James clerked for the United States Court of Appeals in Jacksonville, Florida. She then practiced law with one of the nation's largest law firms for several years until she began writing screenplays. She now writes full time and lives in Chicago with her family.
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Posted Tue May 12 00:00:00 EDT 2009
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Posted Sun Feb 19 00:00:00 EST 2012
## Holy crap. This book is amazing! Generally i stay away from books that have so much conflict in it, and the words "cocky" and "lawyers" in the description. Truthfully, i only bought it because it was written by julie james. I'm so glad i did. It was so funny and sexy that i couldn't put it down. Do yourself a favor and read this book. Also, while you are at it, buy "a lot like love" and "something about you", both by julie james and are phenomenal. Note to author: write faster!!
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Never has a battle of the sexes been funnier or flirtier! I just loved this book. The characters are so likeable and the story is great. I laughed out loud reading this book. Definitely not to be missed!
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Thu Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2011
This was a sweet, light romance. There were also some great funny scenes. I loved the scene with her broken shoe in the court room. Great fun.
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Loved Practice Makes Perfect and it had me laughing out loud a lot too. It would make a great movie; J.D and Payton's competitive natures lead them into some crazy antics, and then things heat up into something sweet but exciting.
-contemporary romance
-law firm/legal setting
-hilarious and smart leading lady
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Posted Sat Apr 03 00:00:00 EDT 2010
I loved this book! It was smart, sassy and overall very well written. The characters were interesting and the scenes so very vivid that you couldn't put it down. Loved it, loved it, loved it!!!!!!!!!!!
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Posted Wed Mar 14 00:00:00 EDT 2012
Battle of the sexes doesn't even begin to cover the history between Peyton and J.D. This is a must read! Sparks fly from page one all the way through to the end of the story. Their story was laugh out loud funny and tugs just enough on the heart strings to keep you constantly on your toes. Practical jokes where designer pumps are involved is just WRONG! Loved this story, love this series and love this author! A great read!
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sun Feb 26 00:00:00 EST 2012
Great writing, laughed out loud several times. The characters are great and the story is lovely. Definitely recommend this and any Julie James book.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Wed Nov 09 00:00:00 EST 2011
I loved this book! Romance was great - just the right amount left to the imagination. So many times I actually laughed out loud! Can't wait to read another by this author
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Posted Sun Jun 07 00:00:00 EDT 2009
I liked this book it was a good read. It make you think that maybe life can be this sweet, and always have a happy ending.
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Legal associates Payton Kendall and J.D. Jameson do not like one another as their respective behavior is polar opposites. Thus when they are assigned to work on a case together for the first time, neither is pleased. Both want to beg off, but learn that one of them will become a partner while the other will be unemployed.<BR/><BR/>Payton inadvertently embarrasses J.D. He assumes she did it on purpose so ups the ante by striking back. She in turn feels he went too far so tries to gain the edge. As they take turns evening the score, J.D. and Payton look forward to the next hit. Soon they fall into love, but that emotion cannot survive partnership.<BR/><BR/>Although battling lawyers falling in love has been used a lot (Redford-Wingar Legal Eagles), the lead couple¿s fighting love makes for a brisk contemporary romance. Payton and J.D. are an engaging pairing of seemingly total opposites in hate that actually disguises their caring for the other. Fans will enjoy enemy combatants trying to checkmate their adversary only to be trumped by falling in love while wondering how their relationship will survive the naming.<BR/><BR/>Harriet Klausner
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Posted Sun Jul 20 00:00:00 EDT 2014
This was fun book to read with a lot of romantic tension, but I never really felt like I got to know the characters. And I wasn't confident they really knew each other. That said, it was fun and I really enjoy Julie James' writing. Of her six books I've read in the last couple of months, this was my least favorite, but I would still recommend it.
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Posted Thu Jul 10 00:00:00 EDT 2014
So so good! Sweet, funny, smart. Loved it!
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Posted Fri Jan 24 00:00:00 EST 2014
Not a bad book, but not great either. JD's actions were pretty bad and it was surprising that Peyton let things go without much thought or discusion...
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Posted Mon Aug 19 00:00:00 EDT 2013
Loved it!
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Posted Mon May 13 00:00:00 EDT 2013
I loved the characters..story was believable..
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Posted Sat Apr 27 00:00:00 EDT 2013
I really like the stories this auther writes. They are fun and exciting and sexy and just a plain feel good read.
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Posted Fri Apr 26 00:00:00 EDT 2013
Can’t get enough of the witty banter between J.D. and Payton, not to mention the games they play. I have to say my favorite is the coffee on the suit and the tampered heel. If you want to know more you have to read.
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Posted Mon Apr 15 00:00:00 EDT 2013
Story between two lawyers who are involved in a battle between the sexes. These two are sexy, smart, and laugh out loud funny! Enjoyed this little romantic story and would highly recommend it. These two characters will brighten up your day!
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Posted Sun Mar 17 00:00:00 EDT 2013
Who all read this book
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Overview
From the New York Times bestselling Julie James comes this "tantalizing dessert—a delicious delightful read that all hopeless romantics will enjoy" (Chicago Sun-Times). For fans of Susan Mallery and Rachel Gibson.
WHEN IT COMES TO THE LAWS OF ATTRACTION
Payton Kendall and J.D. Jameson are lawyers who know the meaning of objection. A feminist to the bone, Payton has fought hard to succeed in a profession dominated by men. Born ...