A Lot Like Love

“One of the most sophisticated contemporary romances out there, and James writes a smart, tough, yet extremely appealing heroine . . . A must read for those searching for a smart romance with great characters and a no-holds-barred plot.”

—
San Francisco Book Review

“Smart, snappy, funny yet realistic. I can’t count the number of times I laughed while reading the book . . . This is one book I can totally recommend.”

—
Dear Author

“From first impressions to the last page, it’s worth shaking your tail feather over . . . This is a contemporary romance well worth savoring, and laughing over, and reading all over again.”

—
Smart Bitches, Trashy Books

“I tend to be skeptical about online buzz, and I’ve seen a lot for Julie James’s romances. Well, I get it now.
Something About You
is a fun contemporary romance filled with witty, welldeveloped characters, and it is a book I heartily recommend.”

—
All About Romance

“Just plain fun! James is a master of witty repartee . . . James’s story offers two strong, compelling, and delightful characters that absolutely must end up together.”

—
Romantic Times

Practice Makes Perfect

“A tantalizing dessert—a delicious, delightful read that all hopeless romantics will enjoy.”

—
Chicago Sun-Times

“A fast-paced romantic comedy, packed with hilarious situations and sharp dialogue . . . A talented writer . . . Expect a lot of sparks to fly.”

—
San Francisco Book Review

“James presents a sophisticated contemporary romance set in legal circles, and proves that she is a master at conveying both courtroom and behind-the-scenes maneuvering.”

—
Booklist
(starred review)

“A perfect ten, a light, thoroughly satisfying romance.”

—
Romance Reviews Today

“A contemporary romance writer to keep your eye on!”

—
Romance Junkies

“A new favorite author of mine . . . The sexual tension . . . is off the charts and as explosive as dynamite . . . This story offers it all, phenomenal characters, a titillating plot . . . It’s just not possible to fit all the good things this book has to offer in one review.”

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The Romance Studio

“[A] perfect read!”

—
Romance Novel TV

“I laughed out loud . . . You will take this book to your hearts.”

—
All About Romance

“Will make you smile and want much more of Julie James.”

—
TwoLips Reviews

“You will definitely add Ms. James to your favorite authors list.”

—
Night Owl Reviews
(Top Pick)

“James has a knack for writing those perfect-for-a-day-at-the-beach reads.”

—
Book Binge

“Deliciously funny, easy to read, enjoyable, and gripping . . . If practice makes perfect, then I cannot wait for what Julie James comes up with next.”

—
The Book Smugglers

“A must read . . . I have added Julie to my auto-buy list.”

—
What Women Read

Just the Sexiest Man Alive

“Fantastic, frolicking fun . . . Read
Just the Sexiest Man Alive
, and you will be adding Julie James to your automatic-buy list!”

—Janet Chapman,
New York Times
bestselling author

“Witty banter and an amazing chemistry . . . bring this delightful story to life.”

—
Chicago Sun-Times

“Remind[s] me of Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy movies: they have that funny edge.”

—Eloisa James,
New York Times
bestselling author

“Witty and romantic.”

—
Publishers Weekly

“James[’s] familiarity with both the law and the film industry lends credibility to this fast-moving contemporary romantic comedy.”

—Booklist

“A wonderful debut novel . . . James had me laughing out loud . . . Fabulous.”

—
Romance Novel TV

“Great dialogue . . . A quick and breezy read that generate[d] a lot of smiles.”

—
Dear Author

“Ms. James tackles what happens . . . with wit [and] humor. The one-liners will keep you laughing all the way through this book.”

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Night Owl Reviews

“Laugh-out-loud funny.”

—
Fallen Angel Reviews

“The sparks fly . . . Engaging . . . James has done an excellent job.”

—
The Romance Studio

“A spectacular beginning of what I hope is a stellar career . . . [An] awesome novel that rightly deserves my Perfect Ten award.”

—
Romance Reviews Today

“Smartly written.”

—
All About Romance

“Witty, competent, and thoroughly charming escapist fantasy . . . Romantic comedy at its best.”

—
The Romance Reader

Berkley Sensation Titles by Julie James

JUST THE SEXIEST MAN ALIVE
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT
SOMETHING ABOUT YOU
A LOT LIKE LOVE

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A LOT LIKE LOVE

A Berkley Sensation Book / published by arrangement with the author

PRINTING HISTORY

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