Reviewed by Jenna– Lie Hard: “Pinocchio Syndrome” by Casea Major

Lie Hard

What happens when a Chicago wiseguy is tapped to babysit the godfather’s gorgeous daughter, and he just happens to have a little “growing” problem when he lies?  In a word, hilarity! 

Meet Chio Pino, the man with the Pinocchio Syndrome—every time he lies, his dick grows.  Not a large problem, until the godfather, Geppie, asks him to look after his daughter, Rosiaria, who’s home for spring break.  Rosa’s had a huge crush on Chio for years and decides that now is the time to act on her desires.  Chio wants to return her affections, but he’s literally caught between a rock and a hard place.  If he denies his feelings to Rosa, she’ll never believe him once she looks in his lap.  If he denies his actions to Geppie, he’s a “dead man with a dick the size of a broom handle.”

Casea Major has taken the wonderful Italian fairy tale, Pinocchio, and blended it with contemporary language and sizzling love scenes to create an erotic retelling a la The Sopranos.  Chio’s strong voice, funny and foul, is the primary source of the laughter that runs throughout the short story.  From the beginning, we root for this obviously “made-for-each-other” couple, and the many hurdles they have to jump, including a meat cleaver wielding Geppie.

Don’t miss this opportunity for a funny, sexy, hot summer read!  Pinocchio Syndrome is available at New Dawning Bookfair, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and All Romance E-books.  And look for Casea’s newest title, One Knight in Brooklyn, coming soon from Decadent Publishing as part of their 1Night Stand series.  It’s going to be next on your TBR list. 

Would I lie to you?

UPDATE!   Casea Major is giving away a copy of Pinocchio Syndrome today to one lucky commentator.  So leave your comments here and be entered to win this funny, sexy read! Jenna

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8 Responses to Reviewed by Jenna– Lie Hard: “Pinocchio Syndrome” by Casea Major

  1. Dee Dawning's avatar Dee Dawning says:

    Nice Job Jenna, I used an except from your review on the ARe book page.

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  2. No giveaway required for me–I already have one! Just wanted to say it’s a great book, Casea, and, Jenna, you’ve pegged it perfectly. Hope it sells a zillion.

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  4. caseama's avatar caseamajor says:

    Jenna – I have decided to give away a copy of Pinocchio Syndrome to one commentor today.

    Thanks for the great review.

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  5. authorjenniferlowery's avatar Jennifer Lowery~Writer says:

    Pinnochio syndrome with a twist! Love it! Sounds like a fun read! Great review!

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