Friday, February 15, 2008

 

Giving You... State of the Onion

I love giving books away, especially when they are companions to a new review I wrote for Front Street Reviews. But I especially love doing it when it's a book I want to keep, but that I want to spread the word about even more.

This time, it's Julie Hyzy's State of the Onion, a great entry into a new mystery series. Come on into the secure world of the White House Kitchen. Just be prepared for mayhem, chaos, backstabbing and a murder or two -- thankfully not inside the kitchen. Join White House Assistant Chef Olivia Paras as she tries really hard not to meddle in an affair she finds herself smack in the middle of.

Go on and read my review over at Front Street Reviews. See why I liked this book so much. Then come on back and enter your name to win my reviewer's copy. Please note; this is an advance reader copy. If you don't know what that means, Google it. Decide if this is the sort of book you want in your collection; some people are totally opposed to ARCs. I hope you're not one of them.

Here's the fine print:
1. Contest is open to anyone in the universe. Hey, when you live West of Mars, you gotta think this way. Anyone includes past winners. However, it does not include meanies or spammers. Or Trevor, but I'm not so sure he reads, anyway.

2. In the comments on this post, leave your name and some form of contact -- either an e-mail or a web address that'll take me to a way to reach you. If you don't do this, I can't give you the book.

3. On Saturday morning, February 16, I'll let my kids pick a winner and I'll contact that lucky soul by e-mail. So make sure you leave me contact information!!!

Gotta thank the Blue Ribbon Bloggers, Laura Williams, my Thirteener friend QTPies, The Parenting Diaries, A Book Blogger's Diary, and Prizey for helping spread the word!

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# posted by Susan Helene Gottfried @ 8:19 PM
Comments:
Susan, after reading your most stunning and tantalizing review at Front Street Reviews; I certainly want to enter for a chance to own this must read book! Cause win or not, I’m buying the book!

nomdeplumethepoetress at gmail dot com
# posted by Blogger ndpthepoetress Jean Michelle Culp : February 09, 2008 9:32 PM
 
YAY! Here via BRB. The book sounds awesome. Throw my name into the hat.

Paula - www.six4paula.com
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 09, 2008 10:29 PM
 
Hi, I read your review and you make it sound like a really fun mystery!
Please enter me in your book drawing! I don't mind ARC copies one bit.
Thanks for your generosity! Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
# posted by Blogger windycindy : February 09, 2008 11:37 PM
 
I would love to read this book. It sounds very interesting.
# posted by Blogger Dawn : February 09, 2008 11:39 PM
 
Are you sure it's a mystery? 'Cuz it sounds like a humor book...
Guess I better read it and find out!

melinda(at)melindamusil(dot)com
# posted by Blogger Tidy Bowl : February 09, 2008 11:50 PM
 
hellomary018ATyahooDOTcom

Thanks for the entry!
# posted by Blogger Mary512 : February 09, 2008 11:52 PM
 
A mystery and a kitchen? Count me in!
# posted by Blogger Robin : February 10, 2008 1:38 AM
 
I read Deadly Interest by Julie Hyzy and loved it. So I gotta read this one!
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 10, 2008 2:36 AM
 
This books sounds right up my alley, and I'm always looking for another good, free read.

Many of my favorite books came to me in ARC form, so that's no big deal to me anymore.
# posted by Blogger ~Leigh : February 10, 2008 2:56 AM
 
Sounds so interesting!

sanna1999(at)verizon(dot)net
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 10, 2008 9:12 AM
 
this sounds interesting. Please count me in
# posted by Blogger Chantelle : February 10, 2008 9:45 AM
 
This book sounds great!
# posted by Blogger Bree : February 10, 2008 10:15 AM
 
Oh, I haven't read any sort of mystery in sucha long time. I hope I get the chance to read this one.

My name is officially in for the draw.

BTW, michele sent me.
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 10, 2008 10:44 AM
 
I love a good mystery!
# posted by Blogger Becky : February 10, 2008 11:11 AM
 
This sounds very interesting. I've not had a new book in a long time.

tonyamike@charter.net
# posted by Blogger 2migirlsmom : February 10, 2008 11:12 AM
 
I would love to read that book. Thank you for offering this giveaway.
# posted by Blogger teri : February 10, 2008 11:15 AM
 
This sounds fun!

kelli (at) pfrog (dot) net
# posted by Blogger Maude Lynn : February 10, 2008 11:36 AM
 
Great review Susan. I would love to read it. I love foodie cozy mysteries. :)

p.s. I'm trying to read blogs more again. I miss reading your blogs the most. *hugs*
# posted by Blogger cheesygiraffe : February 10, 2008 12:18 PM
 
Id love to give it a read!
dansan826 at yahoo.com
# posted by Blogger Danielle : February 10, 2008 2:28 PM
 
Please sign me up! This book looks really great!
# posted by Blogger Unknown : February 10, 2008 2:40 PM
 
count me in! sounds good :)
# posted by Blogger Re : February 10, 2008 2:46 PM
 
I'm anxious to read this book after all the comments I have seen on your site. Good Luck in the future

healing03mom@yahoo.com
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 10, 2008 5:31 PM
 
I love to read and love a good mystery. This book looks like a fun way to wind down an evening.
# posted by Blogger Jenny : February 10, 2008 6:05 PM
 
I would love to read your book!
# posted by Blogger Heather : February 10, 2008 8:02 PM
 
Looks like a great read! You write a compelling review, too! Thanks for sharing, and I can be contacted at christis at gmail dot com.
# posted by Blogger Christi S : February 10, 2008 9:46 PM
 
I'd love to read a new mystery...thanks for the chance to win!
# posted by Blogger CPA Mom : February 10, 2008 9:59 PM
 
I love a good mystery! Please count me in! ~ :) Thanks!
# posted by Blogger Tisa : February 10, 2008 11:52 PM
 
Susan, reading the review makes me want to read the book more! and I know my mom will also love this must read book! Please count me in because even though I am not from the US, I still live within the universe.

grace at sandierpastures dot com
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 11, 2008 1:52 AM
 
Ooooooh! A mystery! Fabulous! I love mysteries! Please! Please! Please, enter my name in the drawing!

dbstout(at)juno(dot)com
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 11, 2008 5:07 AM
 
This books def sounds interesting. I'm in need of a good new read!
# posted by Blogger Michelle : February 11, 2008 9:09 AM
 
Susan, do consider me in! Your review sounds good.

gautami dot tripathy at gmail dot com
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 11, 2008 10:23 AM
 
Wow, your review makes me crave to read this book! Count me in. I've also blogged about this! (am including link below)
# posted by Blogger Rashmi : February 11, 2008 6:53 PM
 
Please enter me in the giveaway.
Thank you.

Carol
# posted by Blogger buddyt : February 12, 2008 7:23 AM
 
Books and kitchens - two of my favorite things. So please, yes, count me in for the giveaway.

dmj53(at)hotmail(dot)com
# posted by Blogger Deborah in Atlanta : February 12, 2008 11:20 AM
 
I wouldn't mind having it in my book collection.
# posted by Blogger gjgille : February 12, 2008 12:58 PM
 
How does your post headline start with the date "Friday, February 15, 2008" ??? Am I in the future?? That's the mark of a great blog - time travel. Can you send me to Oakmont CC as well? (J/K) :-)

speedcathollydale@yahoo.com

ps ... I love ARC's
# posted by Blogger Speedcat Hollydale : February 12, 2008 3:32 PM
 
I love a good mystery, count me in ! tWarner419@aol.com
# posted by Blogger tetewa : February 13, 2008 12:49 PM
 
I'm in! :) A little late, but I'm in.

thommalyn (at) gmail (dot) com

Sounds like a way-nifty book! :)
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 13, 2008 6:27 PM
 
Wow, what a great title and hook! I have to get this book, whether I win it or not. I've been wanting a new mystery series.
# posted by Blogger Spy Scribbler : February 14, 2008 10:13 AM
 
oooh put me in for this please!
# posted by Blogger Janet : February 14, 2008 1:31 PM
 
You have me wanting to read it!
# posted by Blogger phxbne : February 14, 2008 6:34 PM
 
41 comments ahead of mine? Ah, I'm doomed, doomed I tell you.

Still, I have to say thank you! It's always good to be given a heads-up about a good new book. That's a wonderful gift in itself!
# posted by Blogger The Merry : February 14, 2008 11:44 PM
 
Your review definitely hooked, so I would love a chance to win this book.

Have a great day
vixensden1 at gmail dot com
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 15, 2008 12:12 PM
 
"It's been awhile since I read a book that was almost impossible to put down, a book that would randomly pop into my thoughts and taunt me with its unread pages. Coming from me, who reads on average 120 books a year, that's high praise, indeed."
Who could possibly resist after this kind of endorsement?
Thanks for the chance to win it.
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : February 15, 2008 1:40 PM
 
I do ARC's every once in a blue moon. :-) This one sounds interesting. Thankee.
# posted by Blogger /\Heather/\ : February 15, 2008 9:30 PM
 




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