At last! Someone has written a chick lit novel that is NOT set in NYC, NOT about fast-lane career gals, and NOT ending with love conquering all. In Kelly McCoy, author Anne Harper has given us a refreshing protagonist whose Irish wit and charm keep us smiling throughout the book. As an admitted Celtophile, anything Irish interests me but "The Real McCoy" is a fun and beguiling read at the beach, on your lunch hour, or in a bubble bath. Lucky the genre with authors like Harper who are willing to broaden our horizons while keeping us entertained. Don't miss this gem of a novel!

Cynthia Polansky, author paranormal chick lit "Remote Control" (2007 Echelon Press)