Election Day (By Design Book 10)

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24 Nov
Running a presidential campaign might seem the craziest thing in the world to most people. Candace Reid is not most people. The affable Governor of New York is used to controlled chaos. A state that requires her attention, competing ideas from advisers, personal attacks from adversaries, press conferences, campaign stops, speeches, testifying before congress, children seeking guidance, babies requiring diaper changes, and aging parents are all part of her daily life. Balancing it all might be the best preparation anyone has had for the presidency.

On the heels of clinching the Democratic nomination for president, Candace is struck by personal tragedy. As Candace mourns the loss of her mother, her political rivals look to tie her to an embassy bombing in Moscow nearly a decade earlier. She learns more truths about the inner workings of presidential politics, international relations and the influence of the intelligence community in all of it.

Jameson struggles to deal with the changing landscape of their life and Candace’s inclination to protect her. A painful piece of Jameson’s past is about to resurface, and the family must learn to deal with the constant presence of the Secret Service.

Through unexpected upheavals, hurtful accusation, heartfelt celebrations, earaches, broken wrists, passionate kisses, endless hotel rooms, and a few ice cream cones, the Reid family must learn how to cope with life apart and find a way to stick together. The road to the White House will test every member of the family and remind them of what matters most. First, they will need to be victorious on ELECTION DAY.


ELECTION DAY is the tenth installment in the best-selling BY DESIGN series.

Reviews (99)

5 Star plus!

Wow!! If you ever decide to stop writing and head for the WH, you have my vote. Reading this book brought so much at what isn’t working for our country. It’s damaging to both sides of our political parties. If we don’t start listening to each other instead of talking over or pointing fingers like we have, it’s a no wonder no one watches the news. It’s all on the sports channels. It’s about time that we make a stand. We’re making strides in other faucets of our lives and maybe not fast enough but we’re getting there in science, engineering, political arena, arts, etc. This may be fantasy but I wish there was a woman like Candace that would run for President. Like I said above, she has my vote. Sorry that I used this as a forum to rant my worries of where our country is going. Our political parties can do so much together, it’s just frustrating. But buy the book. Ms. Armstrong has done it again. Great story!

One of the years best.

J.A.Armstrong has hit jackpot with this one. This is the best book on the series. This continues the adventures of J.D. Reid and her wife Candice as Candy continues the run for President of the United States. This book has a range of emotion from sadness and grief to a loss in the family to the excitement of Shell giving birth to twins to anger over the events of the campaign. Candy has so much on her plate from running for President to still being Governor of New York. She also has to deal with the usual craziness the comes from the Fletcher-Reid clan. I loved this book and couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next book to come out. I want to find out what kind of trouble this crew can get into and how they get out. If you haven't read any of the books in the series i suggest that you start with book #1 By Design .

Strong installment

I love this series, and I'm happy to say this is one of the best books in it. To be fair, it's been a long time since I read the earlier books, so they aren't fresh in my mind, but this one is definitely stronger than the last few. Although I was happy to devour them as soon as they were released, the last few books felt repetitive. Book 10 felt like it stretched it's legs a bit more. I was touched by not only the multitude of loving bonds in this family, but the inspirational campaign speeches given by Candace and Jameson. Imagine a world where we had leaders like that!

WOW! A real page turner and what a ride!

WoW!! As I finish each book in the Candace and Jameson Series I always think, she'll never top that. Well I was wrong. Election Day delivers and then some. It is full of humor, sadness, joy, triumph and love. And most importantly OPE of what is to come one day in the real world. Election Day It is a pleasure to read and leaves you eagerly awaiting the next installment. JA Armstrong is truly a gifted story teller and a joy to read. I love all her series but this one and Alex and Cassidy (under Nancy Healy) are my favorites.

Awesome!!!

I downloaded the minute I knew it was out. I couldn't put it down and read it all night long. JA Armstrong has created a very diverse family that laughs, loves and has loss together. She is very eloquent in her writing and I wish I could vote for Candace Reid!! A must have. The only downside to this book is now I am waiting for the next! Thank you JA Armstrong for your continued writing.

Just gets better and better

I am not an author but I do read a lot and I would think it would be hard to keep a series going and not get stale or cookie cutter like. This author definitely keeps it fresh and just makes you crave the next installment. I genuinely love this cast of characters and look forward to the next book. Congrats JA Armstrong you have another winner!!!!! And by the way I love Candace:)

Wishful thinking

First female president and a lesbian to boot! The story is an easy read though it certainly helps to have read the preceding books and the Alex/Cassidy 2 books. Interesting story of the politics played in state and national elections. Good thing it's listed as fiction because it definitely has international conspiracy woven in the story line.

Another great one!

I loved it all, the chaos, the heated election time, the close family, the lunatics, the discussions, the Bible study, the humor and the love between all the couples. JA has turned out another amazing sequel and I recommend it highly. Please keep them coming.

WOW

The continuing saga of the Fletcher-Reid clan is nothing short of fantastic. It made me laugh, it made me cry, and it made me think. I think I speak for every reader of this series when I say Candace would be a welcome politician in our current USA atmosphere. Thank you to the author for another great read and I look forward to the next book.

5 Stars for each book!

I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. It is extremely well written, the politics were precise and to the point, yet easily understood. The characters come alive and the family dynamics is believable. I love the feelings that Jameson has for Candace and vice versa. I am now reaching for the Commander in Chief. I already know I will love that one too. Thank you for your written words.

5 Star plus!

Wow!! If you ever decide to stop writing and head for the WH, you have my vote. Reading this book brought so much at what isn’t working for our country. It’s damaging to both sides of our political parties. If we don’t start listening to each other instead of talking over or pointing fingers like we have, it’s a no wonder no one watches the news. It’s all on the sports channels. It’s about time that we make a stand. We’re making strides in other faucets of our lives and maybe not fast enough but we’re getting there in science, engineering, political arena, arts, etc. This may be fantasy but I wish there was a woman like Candace that would run for President. Like I said above, she has my vote. Sorry that I used this as a forum to rant my worries of where our country is going. Our political parties can do so much together, it’s just frustrating. But buy the book. Ms. Armstrong has done it again. Great story!

One of the years best.

J.A.Armstrong has hit jackpot with this one. This is the best book on the series. This continues the adventures of J.D. Reid and her wife Candice as Candy continues the run for President of the United States. This book has a range of emotion from sadness and grief to a loss in the family to the excitement of Shell giving birth to twins to anger over the events of the campaign. Candy has so much on her plate from running for President to still being Governor of New York. She also has to deal with the usual craziness the comes from the Fletcher-Reid clan. I loved this book and couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next book to come out. I want to find out what kind of trouble this crew can get into and how they get out. If you haven't read any of the books in the series i suggest that you start with book #1 By Design .

Strong installment

I love this series, and I'm happy to say this is one of the best books in it. To be fair, it's been a long time since I read the earlier books, so they aren't fresh in my mind, but this one is definitely stronger than the last few. Although I was happy to devour them as soon as they were released, the last few books felt repetitive. Book 10 felt like it stretched it's legs a bit more. I was touched by not only the multitude of loving bonds in this family, but the inspirational campaign speeches given by Candace and Jameson. Imagine a world where we had leaders like that!

WOW! A real page turner and what a ride!

WoW!! As I finish each book in the Candace and Jameson Series I always think, she'll never top that. Well I was wrong. Election Day delivers and then some. It is full of humor, sadness, joy, triumph and love. And most importantly OPE of what is to come one day in the real world. Election Day It is a pleasure to read and leaves you eagerly awaiting the next installment. JA Armstrong is truly a gifted story teller and a joy to read. I love all her series but this one and Alex and Cassidy (under Nancy Healy) are my favorites.

Awesome!!!

I downloaded the minute I knew it was out. I couldn't put it down and read it all night long. JA Armstrong has created a very diverse family that laughs, loves and has loss together. She is very eloquent in her writing and I wish I could vote for Candace Reid!! A must have. The only downside to this book is now I am waiting for the next! Thank you JA Armstrong for your continued writing.

Just gets better and better

I am not an author but I do read a lot and I would think it would be hard to keep a series going and not get stale or cookie cutter like. This author definitely keeps it fresh and just makes you crave the next installment. I genuinely love this cast of characters and look forward to the next book. Congrats JA Armstrong you have another winner!!!!! And by the way I love Candace:)

Wishful thinking

First female president and a lesbian to boot! The story is an easy read though it certainly helps to have read the preceding books and the Alex/Cassidy 2 books. Interesting story of the politics played in state and national elections. Good thing it's listed as fiction because it definitely has international conspiracy woven in the story line.

Another great one!

I loved it all, the chaos, the heated election time, the close family, the lunatics, the discussions, the Bible study, the humor and the love between all the couples. JA has turned out another amazing sequel and I recommend it highly. Please keep them coming.

WOW

The continuing saga of the Fletcher-Reid clan is nothing short of fantastic. It made me laugh, it made me cry, and it made me think. I think I speak for every reader of this series when I say Candace would be a welcome politician in our current USA atmosphere. Thank you to the author for another great read and I look forward to the next book.

5 Stars for each book!

I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. It is extremely well written, the politics were precise and to the point, yet easily understood. The characters come alive and the family dynamics is believable. I love the feelings that Jameson has for Candace and vice versa. I am now reaching for the Commander in Chief. I already know I will love that one too. Thank you for your written words.

ELECTION DAY

This is a fantastic series with a fabulous list of characters. This is the type of family that everyone would like to have or at least know. I am on my way to looking forward to seeing what is in store for them in the next novel.

Excellent read

I so enjoy reading about Candice and Jamison and enjoyed this entire series so far and am looking forward to what comes next with this couple. I have no problem recommending this book.

Great!

Another great book by J.A. Armstrong. I really enjoyed Election Day. Basically episode 10 in the continuing story of Candace and JD. More family, more trouble, more fun.

Great series

What can you say about the first family well done. I love this series and all of the family members but the best part for me is Alex and Cassidy are part of the story line . Looking forward to what happens next .

Wow

Another great book in this series, can't wait for Commander in Chief. I do hope that a few loose ends are tied up in the book, want to see retribution for Jameson.

Heavy...but good

Definitely a good one. Addicting suspense and plenty of drama. I can't wait to read the next book, I'm excited!

Another Keeper!!

Absolutely loved it... Loved how the family supported each other. Just crazy about how the characters from the Alex and Cassidy storyline was incorporated. 👍😊

This was great! It was like reading the book into a ...

This was great! It was like reading the book into a movie! This will totally happen one day a woman President!

Another good read about Candace and Jameson

I enjoyed all the escapades of the family in this book. These scenes have become my favorite throughout all of the books in this series. I look forward to the next one.

Loved it

I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading"Commander and Chief". Buy this book. You will find it To be a real page turner.

Love this Series

Soon as I saw Election Day was available it was downloaded, I finished it way too soon. Every book in this series just keeps getting better. Can't wait for #11.

Amazing writing

I can't wait for the next installment. I couldn't put it down. Thank you for keeping me so captivated with your words.

Amazing Characters

I’ve now read all that is available in the series and eagerly await the next installment. I often judge a book not only by plot but by the characters. Do I care what happens to them? Can I imagine them vividly? Would I like to hang out if they were real? All answers yes on this front !

great series

Awesome series. I couldn't put them down. Kept me up at night reading

Great book and series

Love, love, love this series!!! I have read this 10 books in zero time.. the characters are alive and you feel part of them. Can't wait for more :)

Wow

Wow that for most the best I loved it it was loving sad and exciting all at the same time i could not put it down. Keep it up u r great at weighing books u make them come to life with ur words

Absolutely fabulous!

As always, JA Armstrong knocked it out of the park! Great characters, story line and romance! Maybe 2020 bring us a President like Candace Reid!!

Five Stars

Love this series, It's well written and very intriguing.

Awesome series

Awesome series. Love the characters in this series & how their lives have combined and their dynamic. Can’t wait for more to come.

Electrifying

Awesome, interesting, and flowing!! Thiis is the best one yet to me... i believe Armstrong has became another author for me to enjoy from now on.

I have this whole series on my kindle and anxiously ...

I have this whole series on my kindle and anxiously waiting for the number eleven! How soon will it be available?

Love series

Great book to read but I would suggest reading in order to have knowledge of all players. Will be waiting for next book in series😊

Amazing

This collection of books are amazing! You learn to connect with these characters an they become real people. This truly is an amazing set of books

Five Stars

Great writing and story

Five Stars

I absolutely love this series. J.A. is one of my top 5 favs.

I need more stars!!!

I began following this family of "lunatics" after I found Nancy's book Intersection. The Alex and Cassidy series will always be a favorite of mine. The By Design series though has started to touch my heart. I have laughed out loud and cried like a baby, both from happiness and heartache. The conversations and the banter between these characters is so easy flowing it draws you in to their world. It makes me want to be a part of this amazing family! I know most of the readers of this series are true fans of the author! But if by chance you are just browsing through looking for something to read, please join us. Maybe go back and start at the beginning like we did. Like Candace and Jameson's family we welcome everyone!

Fabulous book in a fantastic series!

I love everything about this series and in this book, J A Armstrong writes so eloquently about our political process and the hope to make life better for all people in our country. I know this is fiction, but I wish we had a candidate with the intuition and values as Candace Reid. At the core of each book is always home, heart and humor. This book made me laugh, made me cry and made me think. How about JA Armstrong for President? It would look great on a bumper sticker! Thank you for another fabulous book!!!

Family of lunatics are back!

J.A. Armstrong pulls another fabulous book out of her magic hat. This has to be my favorite of the series. It brings out the family dynamic of each relationship, from the Grandbabies to Grandma Pearl. It shows boundless love in each relationship, whether it be parent to child, wife to wife, sibling to sibling, or any of the many different relationships that bring the family closer together and abounding support each has in this family, even when they are not together. During the trials of everyday life to the complexity of campaigning to getting the poll results, the situations that Candace finds herself in is handled with finess. With politics, romance and some laughs this book was entertaining from the first line.

Political Junkie?

As well as a fan of the lesfic genre? J. A. Armstrong is the author for you! I got hooked on Ms. Armstrong's books in book one of this series. I think the story keeps getting better, with the dynamic between Candace and JD maturing and their love strengthening. I do suggest beginning with the first book in the series so you'll get to know the cast of characters and see how they change during the progression of the series. Ms. Armstrong knocked it out of the park in this volume. I can hardly wait to read the next.

Great Series

Love the down to earth characters. Am a real fan ... except I need to send you a book on names. In this book for instance you 7 characters who have names beginning with the letter “M” and six characters with a name beginning with the letter J. The names are so close it is sometimes confusing ... for instance, Marianne, Michelle, Maddie, Melanie Maureen, are all frequent characters ... keeping them straight (no pun intended) is hard, but that might just be because i’m Old and many things confuse me easily. Great series though and can’t wait for next book. Thanks for the good times.

Awesome series!

I have read all the books in this series via a Kindle Unlimited gift. They are amazing! Also my favorite author of all time! You won't be disappointed by any of her books. And she treats her fans like friends which is amazing.

Truly Magnificent!

A solid 5 star book! Loved, loved, loved it. The only problem with it is that it is fiction. We need a Candace and Jameson in real life! This only solidifies the affection that has developed for this family through the previous 9 books. This author knows how to write and allows the reader to live in this make believe world. Thank you, Nancy, for such a magnificent book that reminds the reader how fortunate we are to live in America even with our faults.

A dream come true

How I wish this book would have been my reality for the last 4 years! I really enjoyed the story and all the characters. Great series worth reading. I highly recommend this book and this author.

so, so good

Love the series. The stories just keep getting better with each book. Can't love Candace and JD more than I do. I want to be a part of this family! Full of love with a bit of hot! rolled in. On to the next!

Another Good Book

I’m enjoying following Candace and Jameson as they navigate through life inside and outside of politics. Looking forward to reading the next chapter in this exciting story.

Read in one sitting

As soon as I knew this was available, I downloaded it. I couldn't put it down. J. A. Armstrong has made the "By Design" series one of my favorite. Candace, JD, and all of their clan make this series a must read.

I loved them all

Where is book # 11...Commander in Chief! I read the entire "Design" series over the past 4 days...can I just say, I loved them all. I enjoyed seeing Jane. Alex, Cass, Claire, etc., weaving their way in & out of the Design series. I am so looking forward to the next book and all of the ones thereafter! thanks for all of the hard work and effort! Lisa

Could it happen?

A great love story, a story of family, a political story we could see play out in the future. What more could you ask for? Really, this was an incredible story..

Awesome

This book was another amazing book in this series. I cant wait fir the next one even though i just finished this one. This writer for me has evolved with each story. The writing is so interesting and thorough,with sexual intimacy in a refined but descriptive way. This writer to me belon gs up withe great writers of Radclyffe, Gerri Hill and RE Bradshaw. Way to go

Great Read

This one was another great and fun read about Candace and Jameson and Candace’s run for the White House. This is such a fantastic series. Just read it. That’s really all I can say about it.

Serenity

It's okay to except the things you can't change. Guilt runs rapid with all the couple's. The characters are likeable. Love is in the air. If you follow this series you understand drama also follows. I love this author. I read everything. If you haven't started this series please do. If you have then you already know.

Another EXCELLENT book in a very engaging series.

I really like this series - the characters are so fully drawn, the plots keep you hooked in and the writing is excellent. This Author, writing under her pen name or real name always delivers the goods! Can't wait for book 11! My only problem with this book is that given the real state of US Politics it should be considered a fairy tale rather than simple fiction. Our country has gone insane and I see no end to it. The dissapointment of the actual 2018 election has made it nearly impossible to completely enjoy a story with such an uplifting ending since we have no chance of such a happy ending in the real world. It is actually getting worse for the LGBTQ community, for immigrants, people of color and the poor. Face the facts - this country is, and will continue to be, owned by old, rich, white and bigoted men. Money is power and this 1% has it and will do whatever despicable things are required to keep it that way...

Great series!

This is the 10th book in this series and I have loved them all. There is just one problem, I am anxiously waiting for book 11. Please hurry Ms. Armstrong. The plot for this series is solid with great characters. There were no slow areas. I rate this a solid 5 out of 5 stars.

Another great read

I like this author and this series. Candace and Jameson are two of my favorites. I know eventually the story line will come to an end. Looking forward to the next book

I love J. A. Armstrong’s books!

They are so deep and satisfying. I love the characters, and there are many, in addition to Candace and Jameson. I love the depth of their love. And their family and friend relationships. I could go on and on. I can’t wait for the next book.

Perfection

I have always enjoyed the story of Candace and JD. This one was a special one it took me into a time that we all wished had really become a reality. It kept me engaged and I can't wait to see what happens when the Reid-Fletcher clan hit the big white house.

I want to live in this world

Can this be my reality?? I loved the story and how the author is merging in characters from other books. I didn't want to put it down. I understand the work that goes into your books but I can't wait for the next one in any of your series. Awesome job!!

Wonderful read!

I truly enjoy reading about the Fletcher-Reid clan! Their stories get better with each book. J.A. continues to keep me captivated with the turns that come within the storyline. This is an absolutely wonderful series, that (in my opinion) gets better and sucks you in with each time. I look forward to reading about the Fletcher-Reid clan’s journey in the White House.

Pleasure reading

Each book gets better and better. I imagine myself in the story as it progresses because the writing draws you into every scene. Well written, well edited and a pleasure to read. I even teared up with happiness for Candice, JD and the family in the last chapter. Can't wait to read the next adventure.

Must Read....cannot stop reading once I get started. Always interesting and fun

I will be so sad when the series is done. I have been hooked by J. A. Armstrong and the characters is this family from the start. I love that I keep seeing Alex and family intertwined into this series....

Wow...

I'm not usually a fan of politics or books about politics but J. A. Armstrong has pulled me into JD and Candace's world. From the beginning of their story till now I've loved seeing the progress they have made and I look forward to seeing their future!

SOMEDAY

This wonderful series is well written. The characters that will make you laugh, and will warm your heart. The story will make every lesbian hope that maybe SOMEDAY, someone like Candace come along will break that glass ceiling once and FOR ALL.

excellent story

I continue to enjoyed the writing of this series. The i interactions of the characters is great. I can't wait for next book to come out.

Great story

This was a wonderful story and i like the addition of Alex and Cassidy to the asylum. I really love this cast of characters.

Fantastic

So well written, wonderful characters and dialogue. I hope that there are many more books in the series. Highly recommended.

I love this series and always go through a wee bit ...

I love this series and always go through a wee bit of sadness when I finish a book. Thank you, J.A. Armstrong, for this story and these characters!

A light read

Seems edited by a machine, major.passages that could.have been cut, skipped major..life..events, of the characters, still love the.characters. losing interest in.what happens nexf

Amazing!!

This series is one of the best ever written! I feel like I am right there with Candy and JD...I don't ever want this series to end.

Whew

What a ride. Felt like I was with Candace, at her side through the whole election process. Awaiting the next sequel.

Armstrong is a super writer. I love all of her books

Can't wait for the next book. J.A. Armstrong is a super writer. I love all of her books. READ THEM everyone. They are the BEST!

Great American election saga

This whole series has been I don't know if spell binding and intriguing. Each book inn the series so far once u start u can't lay it down. It has been the same with all of ur other series also. Looking forward to more

review

Book was awesome can't wait for ext one. I wish this could happen in real life we need a female to run this country.

Great!

I can't wait for the next book, and the book after that, and the book after that! All of Armstrong 's books have tons of heart and it always hits me in the feels!

Another wonderful book in a terrific series.

I just love this series. It's wonderful in every way.

Five Stars

I love it so much, can't wait for our now, president.

Amazing

Love this book

Wow

Just an amazing story! I love these characters and I can't wait to see where their journey takes them. Simply amazing

Great read

Great cont of a fun dream hopefully will come true one day. Thanks for a fun read. Ccc cccc ccc

Enjoy your book (ELECTION DAY

Reading this book, by me back to think of mrs Clinton it deal so real she had class and was into the people know dirty or under hand work love your writing thank u . When will COMMANDS and CHIEF. Will be out? Waiting

Keeps making me smile

I have to say this straight away. I have never truly understood the American polling. In the UK, people vote and the person with the most votes wins. In America it's not that way. This book has brought me no further understanding. But what a thought. A woman who happens to be a lesbian becomes president of the United States. These books by Armstrong I often refer to as a soap opera. It's true they are. You start a journey with these characters. You live their lives, we experience their successes and failures, and we are with them when they laugh and cry. Their families become your family. Yeah yeah I know it's just a book. But it's a good book to get lost in. To let your imagination fly. Even for a few hours.. If you're gonna read these you should read them in order. Reason? You won't get the on going jokes. Seriously, they are a fun read. You don't have to work out anything. You just have to enjoy the ride. Enjoy!

Still enjoying the series

I have to say from book 1 by design to book 10 in the series its a great read I would like Kline to get his comeuppance once and for all and Wolfe is someone you love to hate now Candice and JD are the happy ever after we all look for. Great writing and story really enjoyed it no house done again till i read it from cover to cover read it see what you think

Outstanding

My My !!! best one yet I have enjoyed the journey let's hope there are 10 more. I didn't want to read it in one go I wanted to savour the story,but after the first chapter I failed miserably I read it one one session. I think there will be another crossover with the Alex and Cassidy series I sincerely hope so. As to the storyline just read it in fact read all the author's books fantastic story lines I assure you will not be disappointed.

I absolutely love the By Design series

I absolutely love the By Design series. I think everyone would love to have Candace as their Mum and Jameson is such a sweety. I love all the family and they all have such a loving bond. Each story gets better I can't wait for the next instalment 😊

Great read.

I have followed Candace and JD all the way and have loved every minute and cannot wait for the next instalment.

Another great instalment in this excellent series.

Another great instalment in this excellent series. Can’t wait for the next one.

Four Stars

Enjoyable as always

Five Stars

Another good read enjoying the series.

Bring on book 11

Brilliant series - can’t wait for it the concluding book, please write, proof check fast. If you haven’t read this series then you are missing out.

Love this story

If only Candace was, we can all dream .....just imagine all that wisdom and hope Candace will bring to a nation. I loved this instalment of By Design and all the dynamics in the Fletcher/Reid family.

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