Come a Little Bit Closer

San Francisco Sullivans, Book 7

By: Bella Andre

Narrated by: Eva Kaminsky

Length: 9 hrs and 37 mins

Publisher's summary

In Come a Little Bit Closer, the new book in Bella Andre's New York Times and USA Today best-selling series about the Sullivan family, movie star Smith Sullivan can't afford any distractions. He's staking his entire reputation on his new film...but he can't stop thinking about Valentina Landon and the fire he sees smoldering just beneath the surface.

Valentina isn't averse to sensual pleasure, or even to the idea of finding true love, but as a Hollywood business manager she's watched too many smart women fall for actors...only to be torn apart when the fairytale comes to its inevitable end.

But when intense weeks together on set turn their heated attraction into red-hot flames of passion, Smith knows he has to find a way to convince Valentina to let him get a little bit closer. Close enough to completely steal her heart...the way she's stolen his from the start.

The first 6 books in the Sullivan series are also available: The Look of Love (Chase), From This Moment On (Marcus, Can't Help Falling in Love (Gabe), I Only Have Eyes For You (Sophie), If You Were Mine (Zach), and Let Me Be the One (Ryan).

©2012 Oak Press, LLC (P)2013 Oak Press, LLC

Critic reviews

"I am so glad I found this series and if you haven't read Andre yet, you are seriously missing out! Andre will make you laugh, turn you on with her incredibly seductive heroes and of course, make you fall in love with each book! Definitely an auto-buy author for me!" (Under the Covers Book Reviews)

"Each book is so remarkable and you really come to love the characters. This series is incredible. It's one of my favorites. If you haven't started them yet, you are missing out!" (Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews)

"I am in love with the Sullivans. Each novel in the companion series is unique, just like the siblings. However, there is one thing that all of the novels have in common: THEY ARE ALL AMAZING!" (Reading, Eating & Dreaming Book Reviews)

A perfect tale for a movie star

Valentina had Smith form the start. In this seventh novel, we get to see her come to that realization and struggle what it means. Of course Valentina has a lovely sister who is Smith co-star and a dozen years younger than he. This novel is not about jealousy though. This story is told with another story playing out. It is in an interesting juxtaposition which befits the main character's story.

The female love interest is a particularity strong. There were a number of places where Andre could have made it trite, but she averted it from happening. Kaminsky turns in another strong narration. The Sullivans continue to be great listens. Thumbs up.

So sensual

Any additional comments?

amazing book, I listen to it while training in the gym. gives me that energy boost, with all the emotions in the story, the weights feel lighter in the gym.

A truly beautiful love story.

Bella Andre has the magic touch with this series. So touching, and so well written! I can't wait to hear Lori's story.

Like fingernails down the blackboard!

What made the experience of listening to Come a Little Bit Closer: The Sullivans, Book 7 the most enjoyable?

I usually enjoy listening to Sullivan books but I was really disappointed with this one. The plot was great and the characters were well developed but something about this book just made me cringe. The storyline was slow and shallow - I think Smith deserved better.

Would you recommend Come a Little Bit Closer: The Sullivans, Book 7 to your friends? Why or why not?

I would not recommend this book simply because I did not enjoy it.

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

The narration was awful - not a precise or descriptive word but the best I can come up with. Eva's narration was breathy and overly smooth - very little substance to it.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I tried really hard to finish this book because I think Smith deserved it - but alas it was not to be. I have this book on my kindle and I will try and finish it using the written copy.

Any additional comments?

I wish I had taken time to read all the book reviews - though I probably would still have given the book the benefit of the doubt - after all it was Smith's book.

Love this narrator, Love this family!

Come a Little Bit Closer is the 7th book in The Sullivans series by Bella Andre. Anyone that follows my reviews knows I absolutely love this series and this book did not disappoint. I listen to this story in audio format and really enjoy Eva Kaminsky's interpretation of this family.

Valentina Landon has spent her life protecting her sister. It came naturally to her as a child and has carried over into their adult life. Their mother was around, but always seemed to be looking for love in every movie star that she could find. Therefore, her girls weren't always a priority. Now, that her sister is a movie star Val is always there to protect her and help out in any way. Good thing she is immune to movie stars or she could find herself swept away by these handsome, superficial co-stars. She's found herself on the set of the new Smith Sullivan movie and is prepared to behave the way she does on every set - professional, friendly, yet distant. That is until Smith takes an interest in her and she finds herself unable to fight the spark. Could Smith really be different than the rest?

Smith Sullivan is the movie star of the family. Yet, he's so much more. He has never let fame and stardom get in the way of his values and upbringing, even though it pulls at him every chance he gets. Now, he's trying his hand at directing his very own movie and his reputation is resting on it. So, why is it that Valentina is on his mind more often than this movie? She is so different than any other woman he has ever met and she doesn't like movie stars. Can he convince her that he is interested in more than a partner for the length of the movie and that putting up with his very public life is worth it all?

Who would've guessed that Smith Sullivan is the mushy one of all the Sullivans? His romantic side was so sweet. Poor Valentina didn't stand a chance. Valentina was strong, yet not bitchy. I loved how she loved and protected her sister, but never resented her. Thank you Ms. Andre for yet another great Sullivan story.

Smith's story

Any additional comments?

I have listened to all the Sullivan books and this is another sticky sweet loving story. Smith is another hot Sullivan sibling. He's a huge movie star, He falls hard for Valentina and she for him, they just can't keep there hands of each other. There is no big dram's in this book just a lot of sex and should i - shouldn't i let myself fall in love stuff. Another easy and pleasant listen with Eva Kaminsky great narration.

So Sexy Smith

If you could sum up Come a Little Bit Closer: The Sullivans in three words, what would they be?

Strong,sexy, and tender

Who was your favorite character and why?

smith, strong and sexy, and still very tender. Gifts every day!

What aspect of Eva Kaminsky’s performance would you have changed?

Her male voice is ok, but her female voice get a bit mushy/breathy or it could be the dialogue. I like the stories,and just put up with her voice. She does a spot on Aussie voice that is great. Maybe she should read these stories in that voice so doesn't get so breathy sounding. It is way too much

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

when the movie hero, brings baby booties to the film heroine

Any additional comments?

very clever of the author to make a movie with our hero...I was waiting for Smith's and Ryan's story and I think the Author really got into the swing of better writing in these two stories. Enjoy

Lovin this series

Love me some Sullivan’s been a great series, looking forward to the next one... I enjoy family series and this is a great one

Come a Little Closer

This book is a little confusing compared the test of Bella Andre's books. I kind of lost interest on this book after the first couples of chapters. Also it's hard to flow when it's the filming story and it's the actual story of this book. I find the story of this book kinda boring. I hope the next story is more fun and interesting.

One of The Most Romantic Romance I've Read

I just fell in love with Smith and Valentina! From the minute Smith falls in love I was captivated, and the wonder of their growing love just lights up the pages!! I was completely charmed by this book!!