All U Can Eat

by Emma Holly

The new novel from the bestselling author of Strange Attractions. When the body of a wealthy woman is discovered in an alley near Frankie Smith's diner, Frankie realises she is one of Chief Jack West's prime suspects. The truth is Jack's attraction to Frankie is all-consuming, though he knows hauling her into custody won't improve his chances. What neither of them realise is that the town of Six Palms is full of secrets. Determined to clear her name,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0425209776
• ISBN13: 9780425209776
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Berkley Publishing Group
• Length: 259 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.7" x 8.1"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

OK,Ok there are two cute male leads, no make that 3, no 5, no......!!!

Having read all of Emma Holly's books she keeps getting better and more outrageous everytime! This super-sexy gem is no exception, but--beware--the sensuality is as rich as a chocolate ice cream, hot fudge sundae. Just like that treat, if you're not ready it can be too much! Her female heroine is lucky enough to have a boatload of yummy, skilled males at her beck and call and lusty enough to enjoy throughly each one. The detail provided in the love scenes is plentiful and allows you to completely mentally enter each encounter. I fear it takes experience having sexy encounters in kitchens, showers, etc. to get so many fine details noted. Overall, it's a funny, joyful celebration of a book with great characters and a delightful setting in a neo-modern diner. Don't miss this treat and --by the way--you can add another cherry on top of my double chocolate sundae!

Hot story!

This wasn't your typical romance story but it was one of the better erotica stories that I've read. I would definitely buy more of this author's books.

Feasting on "All U Can Eat"

Having read books by Emma Holly before (Beyond Innocence, Personal Assets), I knew what I was getting into - an ultra-sexy love story. What I got was that, and more. Frankie Smith, owner of the popular diner All U Can Eat, is dumped by her long-time boyfriend, but she doesn't let that get in the way of her job, or her self-esteem, at least not too much. A hard-working woman with a strong sexual appetite, Frankie is not at a loss for male companionship, and lets herself enjoy the attention, realizing not all men take her for granted. After a particular enjoyable evening, Frankie wakes up to find a dead body behind her diner, and it's someone she knows. Calling the police brings Chief Jack West to her door, a rugged, private man who immediately gets her attention when he frisks her per police procedure. Only then does she find out she's a suspect, which doesn't sit well with her, but decides to cooperate with the police as best as she can so at least her diner will re-open quickly and she can get back to her life. Jack has been fighting his attraction to the sexy diner owner for a long time. Having a screwed-up past, he can't imagine ever ending up with a woman like Frankie, but that doesn't make him want her any less. While he knows it's not professional, in addition to solving the crime that took place, his sole concern is clearing Frankie's name as a suspect, which means he's spending lots of time with her, both a pleasure and a test of his self-control. Yet Jack isn't the only one feeling the attraction; Frankie can't stop thinking about Jack and definitely wants to fulfill his fantasies.... If you've never read a book by Emma Holly, be prepared for how sexual her stories are. Not a lot is taboo, but that doesn't mean it's all about gratuitous sex. Even the most erotic encounters are emotional, and breath-takingly sensual. Holly has created a strong, honorable woman with Frankie, one who is not shy or afraid to ask for what she wants sexually. Frankie is a woman who refuses to apologize for what she does in her private life. I applaude Holly's creation of such a heroine - why shouldn't a woman enjoy herself as long as no one gets hurt and commitments aren't betrayed? There's a bit of role reversal here with hero Jack being the one who hasn't had a lot of relationships or even sexual encounters, yet he still has his own fantasies that he longs to act out with Frankie. It's rather refreshing to have the parts switched, and I was glad that Jack wasn't judgmental about Frankie's personal life. The murder mystery was enjoyable even if it wasn't a big surprise who the killer is, and peeking into the private lives of many of the other residents of Six Palms is titillating. I would definitely recommend this scorchingly hot story.

throwback to the 1930s lighthearted romantic whodunit romps

In Six Palms, California after five years together and one last sexual encounter, Troy Wilcox informs Frankie Smith he is leaving her. At her diner Frankie realizes why Troy suddenly dumped her when his caffeine junkie boss Karen Ellis orders milk. Police Chief Jack West, who desires Frankie offers to arrest Troy, but she says do not bother. Frankie hires a new cook Michael True; they sleep together until they hear a noise. They investigate and find the corpse of Tish Whittier in her alley. Jack, who has worked homicide in Los Angeles, takes charge of the official investigation. However, the feisty fighting Frankie takes charge of the case as she knows she is the prime suspect. She plans to uncover the real culprit's identity not realizing the trouble that will bring to her from the residents who prefer secrets remain buried and from Jack wanting to keep his beloved safe. ALL U CAN EAT feels like a throwback to the 1930s lighthearted romantic whodunit romps. The fun story line stars an enchanting courageous female protagonist who will have the audience wonder whether she will turn to Michael or Jack as she conducts an amateur sleuth investigation that drives the Chief who loves her crazy for several reasons. Emma Holly cooks up an amusing sexually heated (profanities included) romantic mystery that has readers following the clues in and out of the heroine's bedroom from start to finish. Harriet Klausner

Delicious

I loved this book. This is classic Emma Holly. Like I always say, no one can write better erotic fiction then she, she is the Queen. I bow down to her. While I love all of her writing I love her erotic stories the best because she writes hot erotic stories but with emotions and feelings. Now I know her eroticas are not for everyone but I love it and she hits everything I love to read in her books. The heroine in All U Can Eat is Frankie Smith and the owner of the All U Can Eat diner. Jack West, the chief of police has been in deep lust with Frankie for awhile and since her boyfriend just broke up with her she's now available. There are obstacles in Jack's way, such as the hot new male cook and this little murder invstigation but never fear, the journey is well worth it. Although this book is a totally different story with totally different characters the feel of the book was very similar to Cooking Up A Storm which I loved. Those of you who are fans of Emmas won't be disappointed and those who have never read her, if you're ready to have your toes curled, check this book out.