Contest Monday
February 6, 2012 | Filed under: Stuff
Update:
Hello, I’m thrilled with the sheer volume of responses!! Winners are, randomly chosen, #11, #89, and #157. Email me with a few books choices, Kindle or print. 
Original Post:
Hey there. Good weekend? It was lovely here, good weather, good food, and I might have completely slacked off and sat on my tushie and watched Spartacus on Netflix for many many many hours …. Shh, don’t tell.
Anyway, all that slacking has made me tired. So name the book this excerpt came from and win a book from my backlist…
“Legend says that if you take a moonlight dip,” she said softly, “you’ll supposedly find your one true love.”
“It’s always midnight,” he said with a shake of his head. “So, do you swim often?”
“Never at midnight.”
He couldn’t help it, he laughed.
With a slow shake of her head and a smile curving her mouth, she reached out and touched a finger to his curved lips. “You’re a cynic,” she chided.
It’d been a long time since someone had touched him, unexpected or otherwise. A very long time, and he wrapped his finger around her wrist to hold her to him, letting his eyes drift closed.
“For how big and tough you are,” she said very softly, “you have a kind mouth.”
He opened his eyes and met her gaze. “You should know it’s not kindness I’m feeling at the moment.”
“No?” A brow arched, and the light in her eyes spoke of amusement, along with a flash of heat. “What do you feel?”
Dangerous territory there. Nothing new for him. He did some of his best work in dangerous territory. “Guess.”
Still smiling, she leaned in so that their lips were nothing but a whisper apart. Even surrounded by a duck, two puppies, and a potbellied piglet, she still smelled amazing. He wanted to yank her in and smell her some more, but he held very still, absorbing her closeness, letting her take the lead.
When she spoke, every word had her lips ghosting against his, her breath all warm, chocolately goodness. “I’m more of a doer,” she whispered, and kissed him.
So go forth and guess and have a very happy Monday. Later in the week I’m going to have a special giveaway for those of you who love to listen to audio books. Stay tuned. 
Posted by Jill @ 4:00 am | Make a Comment
Elke says:
Hi Jill,
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:08 amI guess its Animal Magnetism. B.t.w. I love your books and your daily jounals always makes my day. Best wishes from Germany
kaetrinkaetrin says:
Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:09 amRachel says:
Animal Magnatism. Gotta love Brady & Lilah
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:18 amFran says:
Animal Magnetism – loved the book!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:19 amLisa B says:
Animal Magnetism!! Sigh i must go read Brody and Lilah again now. lol
Lisa B
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:21 amMonikarw says:
That was easy: it’s from Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:23 amHave a nice week Jill :*
Karen B says:
My favourite Jill Shalvis novel….Animal Magnetism!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:35 amDawn Jewell says:
Animal Magnetism…sigh
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:37 amDanielle (lush26) says:
*dreamy sigh* i love Brady! But Jill Ford is still the man.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:41 amStella (Ex Libris) says:
It’s from Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:45 amJill A says:
Animal Magnetism!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:46 amKaren says:
The duck and the pig give it away—Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:03 amKavya Kamaraj says:
Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:05 amMarian says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:10 amLozza says:
Yay for Animal Magnetism, I love that one!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:14 amHeather says:
Animal Magnetism. The first book of yours that I read!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:24 amMignon says:
Animal Magnetism! Absolutely love the series and can’t wait for more.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:32 amKristy S says:
Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:10 amPat L. says:
Animal Magnetism. Hope everyone enjoyed the superbowl. It was an awesome game – we are very happy here in NY.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:17 amLexi says:
Animal Magnetism! Loved it! I think its time for a reread!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:18 amEmily says:
Wow.. I need to find this book and reread! Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:18 amCateS says:
Animal Magnetism!! And we were happy here in Indiana with the Super Bowl…
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:22 amkris says:
Animal Magnetism. *sigh* I love this book.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:25 amLiza says:
Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:43 amPaige says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:46 amConnie Wilson says:
Animal Magnetism! It’s the first book I read of yours (Oct 2011) I’ve been hooked ever since on your writing, love it!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 7:00 amMaryAnne says:
Animal Mag of course.
Favorite Super Bowl commercial…Beekman in his underwear…yummy.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 7:03 amConnie Lee says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 7:04 amLynne G says:
Way too easy. The first line gave it away.
Animal Magnetism – Which I loved and can’t wait for Adam’s story this summer.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 7:14 amdree says:
i know i know i know!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 7:15 amANIMAL MAGNETISM
Linda Henderson says:
Animal Magnetism, I love your books. I always look forward to your new ones coming out.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 7:38 amGinny says:
Animal Magnetism! and now I wanna go re-read it…
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 7:46 amLeeanne says:
Animal Magnetism with Brady and Lilah. One of my favorites! What is it with these lovable military guys?
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 7:49 amSteffi K says:
Brady and Lilah for Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:09 amConnie says:
Animal Magnetism. Great book.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:12 amKaren says:
Animal Magnetism <3
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:17 amRobyn says:
Animal Magnetism….loooove Brady and Lilah! Now I will be reading it all over again!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:18 amKay Springsteen says:
Animal Magnetism – so loved this couple!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:19 amAmanda Bordner says:
Woooo weee! Animal Magnetism!!
)))
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:19 amJacquie Biggar says:
Great exerpt! Animal Magnetism gets my vote, are there more coming?
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:19 amHeather says:
Animal Magnetism! Great book, now I want to reread it
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:20 amStephanie Hunt says:
Animal Magnetism – first book of yours that I read and was instantly hooked!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:20 amKarlene Schmidt says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:20 amDanielle West says:
Animal Magnetism- Love Brady and Lilah!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:20 amDebbie says:
Animal Magnetism! One of my very favorites. I loved Brady and Lilah!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:21 amJaclyn Hall says:
Animal Magnetism! LOVE ALL YOUR BOOKS!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:21 amKooky Ward says:
Animal Magnetism. Would love love to win a copy of your book to warm me up during this snowy cold weather
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:21 amcarole says:
Its from animal Magnetism! I love your books!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:21 amKellie P says:
Love your books!! It’s from Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:24 amcheryl c. says:
Animal Magnetism–great scene!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:25 amAnita L says:
Loved this book. Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:26 amLaura says:
Animal Magnetism! Woo!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:28 amPatty says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:28 amPaula says:
Oh I LOVED Animal Magnetism!!! Read it on a beach.
That was a nice day!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:30 amMeredith says:
Animal Magnetism!!!!!!! Brady and Lilah!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:31 amKathryn S. says:
Animal Magnetism – great book!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:33 amDanee Hayungs says:
Animal Magnetism.. Love it!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:33 amErika says:
Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:35 amDanielle B, says:
Animal Magnetism! I just finished it yesterday, amazing! Will be starting Animal Attraction next!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:36 amKaren says:
Animal Magnetism….loved it….hoping to get the second one this weekend for my kindle.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:36 amDottie Nolloth says:
Animal Magnetism-love the series and all your books.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:38 amMichelle C. says:
Animal Magnetism! Great book!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:38 amLori Young says:
My favorite book of yours.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:41 amAmy Medeiros says:
Animal Magnetism!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:43 amAngie Walker says:
Animal Magnetism! Just finished reading it cannot wait to read the next one. P.S. I discovered your books b/c of the man wars you have with Kristan Higgins. Woohoo!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:44 amnosogirl says:
i’m guessing animal magnetism because of the mention of the duck.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:44 amKourtney says:
Animal Magnetism… le sigh. Love it!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:49 amLisa Hutson says:
I have no idea what book its from, but it wsa a nice little sample.
Mmmhum…..
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:49 amKaren says:
Animal Magnetism! I knew as soon as I got to the part about the duck and the pig.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:52 amErikaF says:
Animal magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:53 amMelissa says:
I just read it a few weeks ago so I know it was Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:54 amAnnie says:
Animal Magnetism! I think I need a reread now!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:54 amAngie says:
Animal Magnatism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:54 amSabrina Teixeira says:
Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:57 amJennifer C says:
Animal Magnetism! By the way, I’ve got my reading buddy hooked on your books now too! We’re trying to find as many backlist ones as possible – between used bookstores and the library (we’ve got an awesome one), we’re doing pretty good. And loving every minute of it!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 8:59 amSondra says:
Animal Magnetism! Love your books-keeps me smiling and laughing!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:05 amRonna says:
Animal Magnetism! Get writing more books!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:09 amMaghan Herring says:
Animal Magnetism! I <3 Brady in that book.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:09 amKristin says:
Animal Magnetism! Can’t wait for Adam
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:12 amKathleen O says:
Animal Magnetism was the first book that popped into mind when i read the first line..
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:12 amAh I am currently reading one of your older books, Superb and Sexy… I love these Fly Boys…I think Broday is going to turn out to be my fav. You that old saying “the harder they are”
Beth says:
Animal Magnetism. Sigh. Makes me want to re-read.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:22 amSusie Skoczylas says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:22 amSusan Frank says:
Animal Magnetism — yum
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:24 amJennifer Bledsoe says:
Animal Magnitism…sigh…swoon 
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:25 amKelli says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:28 amwinnie says:
Animal Magnetism!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:32 amSharon @ Fictionally Inclined says:
Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:33 amLorelei Buzzetta says:
Animal Magnetism, ahhh
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:34 amjeanette8042 says:
Animal Magnetism! I can’t wait for the next one in the series.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:34 amMoran says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:36 amSherie says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:36 amLinda Wallis says:
Animal Magnetism..love the foreplay
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:39 amcheryl says:
Animal Magnetism…The pot bellied pig gave it away!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:39 amMaya says:
That has to be Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:42 amCourtney says:
Mmmmmm, Spartacus.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:44 amLynne says:
Animal Magnetism Lilah said this to Brady! Loved these books and can’t wait for you next in this series. finished Animal Attraction a couple of weeks ago!
Lynne fingershankins@yahoo.com
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:48 amStephanie B. says:
Animal Magnetism. ..loved it
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:49 amBrittney R says:
Love this one! It’s Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:50 amSusie Glatt says:
Animal Magnetism, loved the book and the series! xoxo:roll:
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:52 amMarcia in OK says:
Contest!
Excerpt from Animal Magnetism by Spartacus lovin’ Jill Shalvis!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:55 amStephanie Hill says:
Animal Magnetism
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Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:02 amlori says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:11 amPeggy says:
Animal magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:15 amJessica E says:
Animal Magnetism, which I loved!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:20 amMary W. says:
Animal Magnetism. Gotta love that Brady!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:24 amLoretta B. says:
Animal Magnetism, which I just finished reading for the second time. Loved it
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:24 amrita hutcheson says:
Its Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:25 amMichele says:
Animal Magnetism. My favorite!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:29 amJen says:
Animal Magnetism! Woop Woop!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:33 amCourtney DeRusha says:
Animal Magnetism. And I was just looking for what to read next…never mind the pile of previously unread books staring at me.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:35 amVicki says:
Animal Magnetism – can’t wait for Adam’s story later this year – love me some manly man!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:37 amD says:
Animal Magnetism Love Brody and Lilah
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:38 amTara Stearns says:
I’m just going to take a wild guess… Animal Magnetism.
Love giveaways – thank you!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:43 amNicole S says:
It’s from Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:44 amDiane says:
Animal Magnetism!!! I loved this book!! Love Brody!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:58 amRochelle L says:
I love this book! Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 10:58 amStephanie says:
Animal Magnetism!!!!!!!!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 11:12 amCrystal M says:
Definitely Animal Magnetism! Looking forward to the third installment of this trilogy! Have a Happy Week!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 11:19 amTraci says:
Animal Magnetism…loved Brady!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 11:20 amAlison says:
Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 11:21 amMaggie says:
Mmmmmmm….delicious kisses…Animal Magnetism! I think I am going to find that book and read it again, you just got me all excited. Can’t beat those sexy men.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 11:23 amJill H. says:
Animal Magnetism? I’m just copying only cause I haven’t read it yet.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 11:31 amDonna M says:
Not a single person guessed/stated anything except Animal Magnetism. 
I’ll just add my own vote for that!! Loved the book. 
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 11:42 amcatslady says:
Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 11:44 amAngela MacIntyre says:
Oh, this was EASY!! Animal Magnetism!! LOVED that book! LOVE this series!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 11:57 amAlina D says:
Animal Magnetism! I loved this book!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 12:04 pmTori says:
Animal Magnetism, one of my favorites!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 12:10 pmNatalie's Mama says:
Animal Magnetism it is!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 12:19 pmSusan says:
One of the first books I purchased when I first bought my nook. Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 12:23 pmAmanda says:
Animal Magnetism. Can’t wait for Adam’s book
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 12:26 pmKrysta M. says:
Its Animal Magnetism, yay!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 12:30 pmAmanda says:
Animal Magnetism
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Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 12:31 pmDenise says:
Animal Magnetism… keep them coming… great books!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 1:17 pmRoe Carroll says:
I thought it was Head Over Heels, but I haven’t read Animal Magnetism … yet. (LOVE the Lucky Harbor series!!!)
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 1:26 pmMichelle says:
Animal Magnetism…LOVED THAT BOOK!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 1:32 pmShy Amy says:
Animal Magnetism. Great book!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 1:38 pmCarrie Z says:
That’s a great book, Jill – Animal Magnetism. Really enjoyed it!! Look forward to the last book in that series.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 1:46 pmIris says:
Animal Magnetism …. and weren’t they just a great couple !!!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 1:48 pmlisaione says:
If I hadn’t already recognized that HOT dialogue, the pig would have given it away as Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 1:49 pmJeanette says:
Animal Magnetism! The first book I read of yours! I still miss Abigail and Twinkles! I LOVE YOUR BOOKS! Please can we have Adam’s book now?!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 2:32 pmDee B. says:
Animal Magnetism. Great book!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 2:55 pmTricia P says:
I’m with the majority, it’s Animal Magnetism! (I did guess before I saw the other responses!). Love that book! I need to get Animal Attraction soon!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 3:00 pmSue P. says:
Too easy, Jill. It’s Animal Magnetism! Such a fab book!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 3:15 pmchey says:
It’s from Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 3:17 pmJane says:
It’s from “Animal Magnetism.”
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 3:20 pmMaureen says:
I will go with the crowd and say Animal Magnetism
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 3:23 pmBrittney says:
Animal Magnetism! One of my favorites!! Then again I haven’t found a book of yours that I dislike!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 3:40 pmLyn says:
That’s from Animal Magnetism, and I didn’t even need to cheat to figure it out.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 3:56 pmAlaina says:
Animal Magnetism!! the first book i ever read by you!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 3:59 pmj3nny says:
Animal Magnetism
Makes me wanna re-read it again~
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:10 pmJen D. says:
Animal Magnetism! Ooooh, I love that book! =D
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:11 pmSami says:
Animal Magnetism! Great series!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:20 pmJoyce says:
Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:24 pmdonnas says:
Animal Magnetism
Great cover!!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 4:53 pmTracy S says:
Animal Magnetism. The animals gave it away!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:06 pmKelly W. says:
Is cheating allowed in this contest? If so I think it is from Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:29 pmstacy C says:
Animal magnetism – I loved this book. My friends brother has a little min-pin and I totally think of him when I read about twinkles.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:36 pmKimberly K says:
Animal magnetism! I loved it
I was so excited when you created a series with animals- there is nothing better than a couple of cute animals for comic relief 
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:49 pmJT says:
A woman surrounded by animals and it’s not an unusual occurrence? Can’t be anything but Animal Magnetism.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 5:56 pmGlittergirl says:
Oh I’m trying to collect this book…Animal Magnetism! It’s holding it’s price on the used book market. I’d love to win it
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:30 pmJennifer Smith says:
Animal Magnetism! Love this series and can’t wait till Adam’s story!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 6:53 pmLeanna H says:
Animal Magnetism, I love this book!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 7:53 pmAudrey says:
Animal Magnetism! Looking forward to adam’s story!
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:31 pmKelly S says:
Animal Magnetism! It was the first book of your I read & I loved it! Also knew the answer at the first sentence.
Posted on February 6th, 2012 at 9:43 pmDenise says:
Animal Magnetism!!
Posted on February 7th, 2012 at 8:02 amDottie says:
Animal Magnetism. Loved it!!!
Posted on February 7th, 2012 at 9:02 amCan’t wait for Adam’s story.
Alexis says:
I just finished this book yesterday
You mut be reading my mind 
I’ts Animal Magnetism!
Posted on February 7th, 2012 at 9:34 amkimh says:
great excerpt whoo
Posted on February 7th, 2012 at 10:06 amanimal magnistism
thanks gl all,
loveing the lucky harbor books, cant wait for the next ones whoo
Emily says:
Animal Magnetism!!!!!!!!!!
Posted on February 7th, 2012 at 5:16 pm