Bet MeThis is New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Crusie's novel about long shots, risk management, true love, and great shoes. . . . Minerva Dobbs knows how to work the odds. Calvin Morrisey always plays to win. But when they face off, neither one is prepared. Because when real life meets true love, all bets are off. . . . Minerva Dobbs knows that happily-ever-after is a fairy tale, especially with a man who asked her to dinner to win a bet, even if he is gorgeous and successful Calvin Morrisey. Cal knows commitment is impossible, especially with a woman as cranky as Min Dobbs, even if she does wear great shoes and keep him on his toes. When they say good-bye at the end of their evening, they cut their losses and agree never to see each other again. But fate has other plans, and it's not long before Min and Cal meet again. Soon they're dealing with a jealous ex-boyfriend, Krispy Kreme doughnuts, a determined psychologist, chaos theory, a freakishly intelligent cat, Chicken Marsala, and more risky propositions than either of them ever dreamed of. Including the biggest gamble of all---true love. Bet Me is the winner of a 2005 RITA Award. |
Contents
Chapter One | 1 |
Chapter Two | 21 |
Chapter Three | 41 |
Chapter Four | 63 |
Chapter Five | 91 |
Chapter Six | 117 |
Chapter Seven | 141 |
Chapter Eight | 161 |
Chapter Eleven | 219 |
Chapter Twelve | 233 |
Chapter Thirteen | 257 |
Chapter Fourteen | 279 |
Chapter Fifteen | 299 |
chapter Sixteen | 321 |
Chapter Seventeen | 335 |
Chapter Nine | 179 |
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