First Star I See Tonight Susan Elizabeth Phillips is a romance book that brings together relationships, emotion, and romantic tension. It is suited to readers who enjoy emotional connections, relationship-driven storytelling, and romantic tension.
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A star quarterback and a feisty detective play for keeps in this sporty, sexy, sassy novel—a long-awaited new entry in the beloved, award-winning, New York Times bestselling author’s fan-favorite Chicago Stars football series.
Piper Dove is a woman with a dream—to become the best detective in the city of Chicago. First job? Trail former Chicago Stars quarterback, Cooper Graham. Problem? Graham’s spotted her, and he’s not happy.
Which is why a good detective needs to think on her feet. “The fact is . . . I’m your stalker.Not full-out barmy. Just . . . mildly unhinged.”
Piper soon finds herself working for Graham himself, although not as the bodyguard he refuses to admit he so desperately needs. Instead, he’s hired her to keep an eye on the employees at his exclusive new nightclub. But Coop’s life might be in danger, and Piper’s determined to protect him, whether he wants it or not. (Hint: Not!) If only she weren’t also dealing with a bevy of Middle Eastern princesses, a Pakistani servant girl yearning for freedom, a teenager who just wants of fit in, and an elderly neighbor demanding Piper find her very dead husband.
And then there’s Cooper Graham himself, a legendary sports hero who always gets what he wants—even if what he wants is a feisty detective hell bent on proving she’s as tough as he is.
From the bustling streets of Chicago to a windswept lighthouse on Lake Superior to the glistening waters of Biscayne Bay, two people who can’t stand to lose will test themselves and each other to discover what matters most.
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Review
“First Star I See Tonight is Susan Elizabeth Phillips at her best--funny, charming and un-put-downable. Oh, and I call dibs on Cooper!” (#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery)
“FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT by Susan Elizabeth Phillips is so hot that when I read it I had to take a cold shower. Whew! I loved it!” (Dorothea Benton Frank, New York Times bestselling author of All Summer Long)
“In FIRST STAR I SEE TONIGHT, Susan Elizabeth Phillips writes about the kind of strong, self-assured women I love! I found myself cheering for this heroine with her unwavering ethics from the first page to the last!” (Julie Garwood, author of The Bride)
“I always laugh my head off when I read Susan Elizabeth Phillips’ novels. She never fails to leave a smile on my face.” (Catherine Coulter, author of Insidious)
“Fall into the addictive voice of Susan Elizabeth Phillips -- compulsively readable and deeply satisfying! Re-entering the world of the Chicago Stars is like a beloved friend come to call.” (Robyn Carr, author of Virgin River)
“First Star I See Tonight is a perfect example of why Susan Elizabeth Phillips is so popular. The characterization is spot on...The ending made me smile even though I was going into mourning because—you know—it ended.” (Linda Howard New York Times bestselling author)
“I love Susan Elizabeth Phillips’ books. Her writing is infused with intense emotion, sharp characterization, subtle wit and a rare energy that is absolutely irresistible. When I open one of her books I know I’m in for an exhilarating ride. This is women’s fiction at its best.” (Jayne Ann Krentz, New York Times bestselling author of River Road)
“First Star I See Tonight is Susan Elizabeth Phillips at her very best, and there’s no one better at writing romantic fiction. Susan is the absolute queen of contemporary romance.” (Kristin Hannah, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Nightingale)
“This thoroughly enjoyable novel delivers a swift kick to the heart—an essential summer read” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))
“...Phillips’ literary star shines bright in her latest dazzling (and long-awaited) installment...Writing with a deceptively easy sense of grace, equally enhanced by her distinctively dry sense of wit, Phillips fashions an irresistibly sexy love story that is guaranteed to hit every romance reader’s sweet spot.” (Booklist (starred review))
Laugh-out-loud funny, insightful, and touching, this latest gem from one of the genre’s best is a must-buy for all library collections. (Library Journal (starred review))
From the Back Cover
A no-nonsense sports hero and a feisty female detective go head-to-head in this funny, fresh, seductive novel from the award-winning New York Times bestselling author known for her unforgettable characters, heartfelt emotion, and laugh-out-loud humor
He’s the former quarterback of the Chicago Stars football team. She’s trying to make a success of her very own detective agency. Her first job? Follow him. Let’s just say it’s not going well. Not well at all . . .
Piper Dove is a woman with a dream—to become the best detective in the city of Chicago. First job? Trail former Chicago Stars quarterback, Cooper Graham. The problem? Graham’s spotted her, and he’s not happy.
Which is why a great detective needs a first-rate imagination. “Thefact is . . . I’m your stalker. Not full-out barmy. Just . . . mildly unhinged.”
Piper soon finds herself working for Graham although not as the bodyguard he refuses to admit he so desperately needs. Instead, he’s hired her to keep an eye on the employees at his exclusive new nightclub. But Coop’s life might be in danger, and Piper’s determined to protect him, whether he wants her to or not. (Hint: not!) If only she weren’t also dealing with a bevy of Middle Eastern princesses, a Pakistani servant girl yearning for freedom, a teenager who just wants to fit in, and an elderly neighbor demanding that Piper find her very dead husband.
And then there’s Cooper Graham, a legendary sports hero who always gets what he wants—even if what he wants just might be an intrepid detective hell- bent on proving she’s as tough as he is.
From the bustling streets of Chicago to a windswept lighthouse on Lake Superior to the glistening waters of Biscayne Bay, two people who can’t stand to lose will test themselves and each other to discover what matters most.
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About Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Susan Elizabeth Phillips is a bestselling American romance novelist celebrated for her witty dialogue, emotionally compelling love stories, independent heroines, and charismatic romantic heroes. Particularly well known for her Chicago Stars series, Phillips has developed a distinctive style that blends contemporary romance with humor, personal growth, family complications, and the unpredictable chemistry between people who may initially seem completely wrong for each other. Her stories frequently feature ambitious women, successful but emotionally complicated men, professional rivalries, unexpected attraction, and the difficult choices involved in building a lasting relationship. Rather than relying solely on romantic fantasy, Phillips gives her characters flaws, insecurities, complicated histories, and room to change. Readers searching for Susan Elizabeth Phillips books will discover contemporary romance novels that combine laughter, heartfelt emotion, strong personalities, and satisfying romantic journeys.
Her Journey into Romance Writing
Susan Elizabeth Phillips established her reputation through stories that treat romance as both an emotional adventure and an opportunity for personal transformation. Her novels are known for balancing lighthearted moments with meaningful challenges, allowing characters to confront their assumptions about love, independence, trust, and happiness. Phillips often places her protagonists in distinctive professional or social environments, giving each romance a setting and conflict beyond the central relationship. Sports, celebrity culture, small-town life, family expectations, and professional ambition all contribute to the variety of her fiction. Her storytelling has attracted readers who enjoy contemporary romantic comedy as well as more emotionally layered love stories. Over the course of her career, she has become particularly associated with romance novels that celebrate individuality while exploring how genuine connection can change the direction of a person's life.
The Chicago Stars Series
The Chicago Stars series is one of Susan Elizabeth Phillips's signature achievements and a popular destination for contemporary romance readers. Set around a fictional professional football team and the people connected to it, the series combines the excitement of professional sports with relationships involving strong-willed women, athletes, executives, and other memorable characters. The series begins with It Had to Be You, which introduces the Chicago Stars world through the story of a woman who unexpectedly inherits a football team. Other notable titles include Heaven, Texas, Nobody's Baby But Mine, Dream a Little Dream, This Heart of Mine, Match Me If You Can, Natural Born Charmer, First Star I See Tonight, When Stars Collide, Simply the Best, and And the Crowd Went Wild. Although familiar characters and connections appear across...Read More