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Guarding his heart by j.s. cooper - review

8/27/2014

Guarding His Heart (Forever Love, #4)

Guarding His Heart by J.S. Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Neilliza
This book started fast and to the point, no boring moment at all. The story kept me engaged the whole time. Both characters are fun to read. At times they were just laugh out loud funny and sexy.

Leo who is the son of the company owner, the boss of all the boss's. Not really looking forward for working for his father, he took the job anyway. Leo decided it was time to grow up and work a real job, he couldn’t be a bouncer forever.

Leo is good looking and someone who never wants to be in a relationship. Even thought he was the only single one left out of all his married friends, he didn’t care. To him, freedom to do what he wants, when he wants is what he loves. He swore to himself, he will never get married. Also having feelings or caring for a woman, is not in his future. At least that’s what he thought, he thought he had everything figured out. Until he met her, everything changed.

At first Hannah hated Leo for taking her job. He took the promotion she had been working so hard for, just because he was the boss’s son. Instead of becoming a manager, she ended up being his assistant. So she gave him a hard time, because she thought that’s what he deserved.

Then the back and forth flirting happened. Their flirty banters were both hot and sexy and really fun to read. When they started spending time together and had lots of hot, adventurous sex, they thought that’s all it was. In the beginning they decided the best thing for them, is to become friends with benefits. To make that work rules were made, to not get too personal. Then their feelings started to get in the way, confusion sets in and neither one knew what to do.

Will they continue on with their fun and adventurous sex, with no string attached?
Or will they cut their friends with benefits status all together, before either one of them go deeper?
Or will Leo and Hannah give love a try?

Give this fun and sexy book a try and I’m sure you will enjoy it, as much as I did.

Reasonable Doubt by Whitney g - review

8/27/2014

Reasonable Doubt: Volume 3 (Reasonable Doubt, #3)

Reasonable Doubt: Volume 3 by Whitney G.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review

☆☆☆☆ 4.5 “WITHOUT A DOUBT PERFECT” STARS ☆☆☆☆

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AHHH… Ms. Whitney G. Williams has once done it again, she has me hooked and loving Reasonable Doubt 3. RD3 is the final conclusion of the serial of Andrew Hamilton and Aubrey Everhart. Finally, Ms. Williams will end the torment and reveal the much anticipated big secret and past of our beloved Andrew. I’m a little sad to say goodbye to my favorite cocky asshole dirty talking attorney. Andrew Hamilton is without a doubt the main reason I was addicted to this Reasonable Doubt serial books. He is the perfect asshole that I can’t get enough of.

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In the first two installments, we all knew Andrew Hamilton as the sexy alpha dirty talking lawyer. He does what he wants and leaves no ifs, ands or buts. Andrew is all about himself and does not do commitments. He fucks and gets off. Period. One word, he is the perfect asshole that you love to hate but can’t. Andrew Hamilton consumes you. And in this case, Aubrey was left consumed, raw, and vulnerable when she fell in love with this asshole. Well in RD3, readers finally gets to see a whole new side to him. A more raw, emotional and vulnerable side. The lies, secrets, and skeletons are no longer in the closet but out in the open for the public and Aubrey to dissect him.

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RD3 picks off right where it last left off in volume two. Aubrey hates Andrew after what he did to her. She hates him but at the same time loves him. Confused and needing a break from her parents and Andrew, Aubrey makes a drastic change and moves to New York to fulfill her dreams of being a ballet dancer. You know the saying “absence makes the heart grow fonder,” well for Andrew Hamilton, it was a bitch. For the first time in his life, he missed Aubrey. The once hardened heart of the playboy lawyer knew only one person that completely owned him. So will Andrew dirty and sweet talk his way back into Aubrey’s panties? Or has the ship sailed for these two lovebirds?

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Whitney G. did a fabulous job in concluding this series. RD3 was the perfect ending for these beloved characters who stole our hearts. Whitney was still able to incorporate the dirty and filthy mouth of Andrew that we all fell in love with and at the same time weave his past into the storyline. And of course, I can’t forget that hungry and huge cock of his. As for Aubrey, she made Andrew work his way back into her heart and life. And I admire that Ms. Whitney gave us a strong heroine who didn’t back down and pursued her dreams and goals. So I highly recommend everyone to go read RD3 because Ms. Whitney did not disappoint her readers. Oh yeah… for those who are still wondering if Andrew’s cock still has an appetite. No need to wonder because we all know it belongs to one ballerina dancer who danced her way into his heart.

THIS IS FALLING BY GINGER SCOTT - REVIEWs

8/26/2014

REVIEWS BY: MICHELLE | KATHLEEN | NEILLIZA | MOLLY

This is Falling

This is Falling by Ginger Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by:Michelle
ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review

☆☆☆☆☆4.5~ 5 I’m Falling for Nate Stars ☆☆☆☆☆

Falling….Fallling… Fallling… That’s right I fell big time in love with This is Falling by Ginger Scott. Falling down is part of life, and getting back up is LIVING. And in Ms. Scott’s newest release, This is Falling, be prepared to fall deeply in love, discover one’s strength, move on, and LIVE. In this touching and beautiful book, Ms. Scott blew me away with her storytelling. She was able to weave elements of broken pasts, sadness, and heartache with humor, friendship, family, and new love. She will remind us all to LIVE, LOVE, & LAUGH. And most importantly, to not be afraid to FALL. This is Falling will capture and tug all the heart strings and make you FEEL. Ginger Scott will make you believe to kiss slowly, love deeply, take chances, live life to the fullest, and to move on. And most importantly, " it's not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and to make your happiness a priority. It's necessary." They say you fall in love with the most unexpected person at the most unexpected time. So join Ms. Scott as she takes her readers on one touching, funny, and emotional journey of Rowe Stanton as she falls in love and learns to live again.

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“You should make more wishes.”

For two years, Rowe Stanton was at a standstill in her life after a tragic occurrence left her just existing and going through the motions. For two years, her fears have stripped and left her bare, vulnerable, and raw. That tragic event continues to haunt her for what was taken from her. Lives were lost and for Rowe Stanton, a part of her life died that day too. When Rowe finally found what little courage she had left to TRY and MOVE ON, she decided to take baby steps in the right direction of going away to college. For the first time, Rowe didn’t have the safety net of her parents to fall back on. Though scared and ridden with anxiety, Rowe took one big leap to try.

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Nate Preeter was the all American boy. His life revolved around his family and baseball. When his brother, Ty’s dreams of playing baseball were shattered after an accident, Nate took it upon himself to fulfill the dreams of his big brother.

Call it fate or luck, Rowe meets Nate in the dorm hallways after an awkward run in. For Rowe, Nate was her ideal type. And vice versa. After a somewhat flirtatious conversation, thank god for social network sites like Facebook, Nate was able to track down and message Rowe. From then on, Rowe and Nate begins their beautiful love story. And for the first time after two years, Rowe begins to finally let go of the past and live. Nate gives her hope for a future. Knowing that Rowe has deep emotional scars and baggage that runs deep, Nate accepts all of Rowe. There is no, ifs and buts. He wants all of Rowe not just the little pieces. Nate Preeter was the ultimate sweetheart. He didn’t rush his relationship with Rowe and made sure she was comfortable. Once they finally learned to trust each other, for first time in Rowe Stanton she wanted to fall. Fall in love. Fall and embrace her new life. And most importantly, fall and have Nate Preeter to catch her fall.

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“And then it’s there – the smile. The same look she had on her face in that picture. It’s joy. And I just gave it to her. My god, do I want to give it to her again.”

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Ginger Scott is indeed and a storyteller and This is Falling is another perfect example of how she breathed life into the story of Rowe Stanton and Nate Preeter. She captured my full attention in this book and I literally found myself consumed with this story. I cried, laughed, swooned, cried again, and then found myself having a big fat smile on my face when I was done with the book. Ms. Scott brought life to Rowe, Nate, Cass, Ty, Paige and Josh. These were not just fictional characters but characters that felt real. The raw emotions of these characters were felt throughout the book. What I truly love about this book was how real the storyline felt. Life is not perfect. Death exist. Nothing in life is full of hearts and rainbows. And sometimes there are times in life, its okay to be selfish. But the beauty of life, is the promise of tomorrow. The greatest gift in life are second chances. And in This is Falling, it reminds us all that its okay to cry, move on, and love again. We can either be afraid or we can take that chance to let go and fall. And if we are lucky, there is someone to catch our fall. Overall, this book is one of those stories that must be experienced. Be prepared to fall head over heels in love with Nate Preeter. <3

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This is Falling

This is Falling by Ginger Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Kathleen
**ARC given by the author in exchanged for an honest review**
✩★✩★✩4.5 out of 5 Stars✩★✩★✩

I can't even remember how many times my heart stopped from reading this book. Or how many times I had to stop to wipe away the tears that had fallen...This will break your heart, you will fall in love with Nate and will also laugh out loud. This was a page turner and quick read.

Rowe has put these walls up around her because of a tragic that she can't seem to shake. If I were in her shoes I would probably handle it the same. It's kind of hard not to give away so much since the story is just very upsetting and I can't seem to go around the story without telling you part of it. She closed off in the beginning, but as you read she slowly breaks down these walls and start to break free from letting the past define her. Even though she had to let go of someone very important to her, she still stayed strong and gave Nate a chance to let him in.

Nate is a baseball player. He has been burned once...he caught the only girl he ever fell in love with and gave his virginity to, in bed with his best friend. That was devastating to him so what he did was numb himself from the heartbreak and used women, one night stand to another. But eventually he stopped, he wanted to change his ways and thought that it's not worth sleeping around. So, he put up a wall and not break it down until he knows for sure she is the one. That happened when thirty-three showed up. He was rattled to the core ever since that day, he knew he had to get to know her.

The baby steps Nate took with Rowe was what made me fall in love with him. Nate was what I would call a gift from GOD. He bumped into her for a reason. He was sent from above to save her from what is killing Rowe slowly. He is a guardian angel I wouldn't mind having. He helped her blossomed back to the girl she once was.

I read the few chapters after Nate and Rowe's story about Ty who I fell in love with as well, Preeter brother sounds so HOT. Wheelchair or not he has his charms and I loved it and very much looking forward to reading his story in book 2. I would totally recommend this book to everyone! Very captivating story Ginger Scott.

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This is Falling by Ginger Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Neilliza

There was this girl named Rowe, kind of quiet, kept to herself, don’t like to be around a big crowd and had a hard time opening up to people. This is her story and how she overcomes the tragic event that happened in her life, that changed her life forever.

This story started out with Rowe on her way to get dropped off to a college campus by her parents. Not being able to stand being around people, was hard for her. Then once she got to her room, she not only had one, but two roommates Paige and Cas. At least one seemed friendly enough. After having a little chat with Cas, Rowe felt a connection with her. That connection made her feel so much better, she knew that they would get along. Not the same can be said about Paige, she seemed like such a stuck up bitch.

On her first night on campus, she decided to stay in and not join her roommate at the frat party. Being the scared person she is, she decided the best time for her to take her shower is at night when nobody was around. That’s when she met Room 57 hunk Nate. He was gorgeous, nice and great body, she couldn’t help but check him out, having no shirt for the first time she met him.

She made some kind of expression on Nate, that he didn’t know how to stay away from her. Even though she was attracted to Nate, she tried to stay clear of him, but he wasn’t having any of it. No matter what she threw his away, he stayed and never backed down. It just made him want to get to know her more. When it was just the two of them Nate noticed that Rowe was herself. She didn’t put a mask on, she was herself. She was funny, mart and full of life. He wondered what could’ve happened in her life to be so closed off.

Time passed, the more they spent time together. Then Rowe started opening up to Nate . Wow! What Rowe went through was so heartbreaking. No wonder she was so closed off and afraid to open up to anyone. Even after Rowe shared her story with Nate, he didn’t leave. He stayed with her and comforted her and he wanted to be the person that helped her heal, so from then on he did what he could for her.

Nate is kind, funny, smart and a great baseball player. Rowe and Nate have so much in common, they are both pranksters and they have lots of fun pranking each other. He is also very patient and will wait out Rowe, whenever she is ready. He knew never to push her, that he had to take everything slow. No matter how much he wanted to kiss or be with Row, he waited.

Nate and Rowe were inseparable, but after finding out about Rowe’s past and how much she still loved and cared for her ex-boyfriend Logan. Nate was lost and felt like he would always be second in Rowe’s heart. The more he learned about Rowe the more he understood why.

Will Nate continue to pursue his relationship with Rowe, knowing that he will always be second in her heart?
Or Will Rowe learn how to cope with her past and finally let Nathan have all of her?
Read the book and find out.

I really enjoyed the story of Nate and Rowe, but I also cannot wait for the next book to read about Nate’s brother Ty and Cas. They were also great characters. Until then…

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Reviewed by Molly

Rowe is a broken girl, living a broken existence. After tragedy strikes in the most unfathomable way, 16 year old Rowe retreats. At 18, moving away from home to go to college forces her to live a life so far out of her comfort zone that she has no choice but to adapt. Upon meeting Nate, Rowe begins to feel there is more to life than merely existing. Nate brings out a side of Rowe that she thought died on that tragic day at 16 years old. He teaches her that letting go of the past doesn't mean forgetting it happened, it simply allows the beauty of the memories to overshadow the hurt and sorrow of the tragedies.

I enjoyed this one. There were so many layers to this story. I found Nate to be endearing and charming from the start. He saw something inside of Rowe that she was unable to see, something she had been missing for two years. He gives her a reason to want to let go of her past, rather than try to keep outrunning it. And to forgive herself for being a survivor. And he's willing to wait for her to realize that she deserves to be happy.

"I don't need all of her, not all at once. I am willing to wait for whatever pieces she's willing to give."

I really enjoyed that the tragedy wasn't something I've come to expect from this genre. I kept thinking, "Oh, wasn't expecting that..." and "I love where the author is going with this...". No spoilers, but I definitely enjoyed the flow of this book. Nate is witty, dreamy and so damn funny! Oh, and Nate's brother is hilarious! And it looks like he's getting his own book as well. Score!

One tiny part I was a little leary about was that with Rowe being so withdrawn for the better part of two years, she jumped in to pranking people within days of meeting them. It seemed like she'd have been more reserved at least for a little while...that's my only hiccup with the story. A very minor hiccup :)

Lovers of NA will enjoy this one!

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The Real thing by cassie mae - review

8/25/2014

REVIEWS BY: KATHLEEN | NEILLIZA

The Real Thing

The Real Thing by Cassie Mae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Neilliza
*A copy given by author, in return for an honest review.

This is a another story about best friend falling in love. Lately I’ve noticed that I been reading a lot of these kind of stories and I enjoy everyone one of them.

Eric and Em have always been the best of friends, neither one knew about how the other have been feeling. They both have kept in touch by phone, text and via Skype. They stayed close even though they have been away from each other for 3yrs. A lot of things have changed with Eric, specially his big weight lost.

Summer comes and Eric invites Em to stay with him at the parents condo for the summer. They were friendly at first and because of Eric’s insecurities he never thought he had a chance with Em.

Since Eric was little he always had anxiety attacks, which had gotten worse when he got older and became Ali’s boyfriend in high school. Anxiety added with insecurities is a bad mix. When Eric was with Ali, all she did was put him down. Nothing he did was right, the way he looked was disgusting. She just used him for his status, because he was a football player. That’s all he was to her, nothing more.

When Eric and Em finally saw each other after 3yrs, Em was surprise how Eric had changed. He was more handsome that she remembers, he lost weight and now has some muscles. All those never mattered to her in the past. She always liked Eric for who he was inside, because he has a beautiful heart. At first they tried the whole friendship thing, but both wanted more. When they finally passed the friendship line, Eric always had a hard time with his anxiety. Not the Emily made him feel that way, he just needed to learn the triggers and sometimes he needs a breather or two to feel ok. Especially when things with them started to get physical, he needed his time to step back. It was sad that Eric was going through such a thing, especially with his insecurities. The whole back Eric goes through his inner battle with, on how he should handle what’s going with him.

Then there’s Em, who was so addicted to being connected. Either through social media, Skype or texting. A lot of times she would completely ignore Eric without even realizing it, until the damage is done. Eric gets hurt from being ignored and his insecurities comes back full force.

Will Eric end up leaving because he can’t handle being second to Em’s addiction on being connected?
Will Em stay addicted to her connection online and completely lose?
Read and find out.

I enjoyed the relationship that Eric and Em had, how they stayed close even being miles apart. I love the innocence of their relationship most of all. They had lots of cute an funny moments, that just made me laugh out loud.

This is my first Cassie mae book and I really enjoyed it. I cannot wait to read her other books, which have been waiting for me in my kindle for months now. =)

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The Real Thing

The Real Thing by Cassie Mae
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Kathleen
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By: Cassie Mae
My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
✩★✩★✩5-REAL Stars✩★✩★✩

Two friends who has been in love with each other but somehow didn't want to jeopardize their friendship, so, instead they hold back and not tell each other how they really feel deep down.

Eric Matua has social-anxiety disorder and he is having a hard time trying to fight this disorder that is trying to ruin his chances with Emma. I can't imagine how he really feels but from getting to know him in the book, it's sounds really horrible to tackle. He wants Emma in so many ways but there's always the issue that is holding him back. He's so afraid that she might not like what he'll do to her.

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Emma is Eric's best-friend for 5 years and tries her best to take this slow pace Eric wants, to be able to tackle the issues to have some type of relationship with Emma.
Together they take it slow and see how far this intimacy that they want to desperately have. I loved how Emma was patient with Eric, it didn't matter if she wants him so bad and can't do slow baby steps. She wants him so bad that it was hard for her to hold back but she did it anyway because of the love she has for Eric.

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Love is patient and that's what Emma and Eric had for each other. The journey they took together just pulled me in. I could not put the book down and just wanted to see if they will both get their happily ever after. What an awesome read. You write such sweet romantic books and just know how to draw people in. I loved it and I will be coming back for more Cassie Mae.

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HEart of Light by t.k. leigh - review

8/24/2014

Heart of Light

Heart of Light by T.K. Leigh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Michelle
ARC provided by authors in exchange of honest review

☆☆☆☆☆ 5 “Tomorrow” Stars ☆☆☆☆☆

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The Beautiful Mess Series by T.K. Leigh will always hold a special place in my heart. This was the first time I was introduced to this talented author and of course I cannot forget Mr. B and his Olivia. But I must say T.K. Leigh has truly outdone herself once again in her newest novel, Heart of Light. Heart of Light absolutely 100% stole my heart. In this touching, breathtaking, and heartfelt story, Ms. Leigh spellbinded me with her ability to bring awareness in the matter of human trafficking. Intense, dark, raw and gritty, Ms. Leigh does not sweep under the rug of how important this awareness must be raised to the public. Not only does she weave layers of this subject matter but she brought life to her characters in Cam and Jolene. The journey of their love has no words. It’s one of those rare love you can only hope to find. A love that has no bounds. A love that is light. A love that brings hope. A love that heals. And most importantly a love that cannot be extinguished. They say the eyes are useless when the mind is blind and so Ms. Leigh will open our eyes to an emotional, raw and vulnerable story of Jolene Bergio. Human trafficking and monsters exists. The truth hurts. Nothing is black and white. Hope is a beautiful thing. Love is not perfect. And without darkness one cannot know light. They say the truth will set you free. And so begins the journey of Jolene as she claws her way out of the dark with the help of Cameron Bowen. And behind their eyes is a story to be told on how they discovered the HEART OF LIGHT.

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Fear. Pain. Alone. Gritty. Sick. Raw. Dark. Monsters. These are a few words that come into my mind when I think of what Jolene Bergio had to endure for 10 years of her life being held captive as prisoner. As a victim of human trafficking, her life and innocence was stolen from her. Happiness, love and freedom ripped out from her. For 10 years, she endured what no one wants to experience where monsters still lurk in the dark. The lost of hope was inevitable but luckily for Jolene, an angel came to her rescue. With her help, Jolene was finally able to escape and run away from the monsters she feared. For the first time in 10 years, Jolene saw hope shining through.

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Fearful and alone, Jolene found herself in Florida in a small coastal beach town of Amelia Island. With the little money she had, she rents out a beach cottage.In that one moment, Jolene found solace and peace with her newfound freedom. Not wanting to be found, she is hesitant to give out her name to people. Little did Jolene know, another angel was sent her way in the form of Cameron Bowen, who happens to be the owner of the house Jolene is renting.

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Two years has passed since Olivia walked out on Cam’s life. The once cheerful and happy Cam was replaced with a man just going through the motions. But that all changes, when Cameron meets Jolene. For so long, Cam thought Olivia was the one but as it turns out, the one who truly owned his heart was the blue eyed brunette renting his beach house. Cam knows there is something that is burdening Jolene since she is fearful of letting people know her name and being touched. As a therapist that works with victims of sex and human trafficking, Cam has his suspicions of why Jolene is fearful.

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Being the ultimate sweetheart, Cam aka Dr. Surfer Man tries to befriend Jolene since there is something in her that ignites him. He is drawn to the beauty of Jolene inside and out. Cam knows that he must take baby steps with Jolene since he doesn’t want to scare her. Slowly, Jolene begins to let her guard down and let Cam and his friends enter her life. For the first time, Jolene begins to FEEL. Feel the hope and love shine through her darkness.

Let there be light…. And so, begins the journey of Cam and Jolene. What a beautiful, emotional, and touching journey it was. Trust was one major step that Jolene had to overcome and luckily for her, Cam made it easy. He brought back life to Jolene. Sparks of happiness and love soon began to radiate off both them. Pieces of brokenness, darkness, and emptiness were slowly beginning to crumble and fade. Jolene finally saw the light. And Cameron Bowen was her light. His love burned so bright that it was fire to her heart and soul. So what happens when the monsters Jolene feared comes back haunting her and threatens to erase the traces of the light Jolene tried so hard to find. Will the darkness takeover? Or will Jolene find the strength in Cam’s love to guide her way out of the darkness?

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What can I say but I absolutely LOVE CAMERON!! He was the shining knight. He was prince charming. He was Dr. Surfer Man. And most importantly he was Jolene’s light. They say love heals and he did just that with Jolene. He slowly mended and erased all the shattered pieces of Jolene’s heart. He was her sun. He was her protector. Simply, he was hers and he did everything in his power to make her see that their love will save them. He was just simply perfection. <3

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One word to describe Heart of Light: Beautiful!!! This book blew my mind and I loved it. Ms. Leigh is such an amazing talented author. She literally took her readers on a roller-coaster ride of emotions. Not only did she take her readers on emotional ride, Ms. Leigh raised awareness on human trafficking. She did not sugacoat it but expose the raw and gritty side of where darkness and monsters exist. Intertwining layers of public awareness, she was able to incorporate a beautiful love story. Cam and Jolene love was breathtakingly beautiful It was so honest, raw and vulnerable. It was a love that stole my heart. A story that made you believe that heroes are real. For Jolene, she found her hero in Cameron Bowen. The pain, emptiness, and fear that Jolene felt literally gutted my heart. Jolene was a woman exposed. Her sadness and brokenness was written all over her face. I truly felt every ounce of her heartbreak, loss, fear, pain, love and happiness. What I truly love about this book was that Ms. Leigh made Heart of Light, a book to EXPERIENCE. A journey of finding love and letting it heal you. A journey of letting light in. And most importantly a journey of hope. A hope for tomorrow. And a reminder to us all that there’s light even in the darkest places.

Kill Devil Hills by sarah darlington - reviews

8/24/2014

REVIEWS BY: MICHELLE | KATHLEEN | NEILLIZA

Kill Devil Hills (Kill Devil Hills, #1)

Kill Devil Hills by Sarah Darlington
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Michelle
ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review

☆ ☆ ☆☆ 4-4.5 Sweet Noah Stars ☆ ☆ ☆☆

In our darkest moments, we can lose sight of the light, hope and love that surrounds us. For some, a great loss, heartbreak and grief can tear and rip our life apart. At that moment, we can either give up, let go, or just carry on the burden. But what if, you are not strong enough to live? Who will save you?

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In Kill Devil Hills by Sarah Darlington, loss, heartbreak, grief, death, hope, love, and a second chance at life are all explored. Ms. Darlington goes in depth with a sensitive subject of suicide but allows readers to see that the beauty of tomorrow is the chance of a second chance. A second chance for happiness. A second chance to love. And most importantly a second chance to LIVE.

Right off the bat, Ms. Darlington hit you with such an emotional gripping scene that affects Noah and Georgina. That night will forever be engrained with them. It not only changed them but also the lives of Georgina’s family. Fast forward to four months later, Georgina returns back home. This time she’s at a place in her life where she is beginning to heal and find closure. What Georgina didn’t expect was to fall in love with the man who saved her.

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Noah is 24. Georgina is 18. Noah is her older sister’s best friend. The Turner family always have welcomed Noah into their family. Practically he was family. So what happens when Noah and Georgina finds solace, peace, and love in each other? Noah saved Georgina one time, will he be able to heal her broken heart and piece back all the brokenness?

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Kill Devil Hills is one of those stories that kept me finishing this book in one sitting. It was sweet, beautiful, and touching. Our scars may not all be physical but emotional. Emotional scars are sometimes the deepest scars that cannot be seen. The beauty of Kill Devil Hills was that love heals. It had all the feels that made me enjoyed this book. I will definitely be looking forward to more works from Sarah Darlington.

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Kill Devil Hills (Kill Devil Hills, #1)

Kill Devil Hills by Sarah Darlington
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Neilliza
*A copy given by author, in return for an honest review.

This book started a with pain and suffering. Ellie and best friend Noah were having their regular drinking game in the family basement, something they do once a month. Noah had to use the restroom bad and Ellie had occupied the other, so he went upstairs. Instead of using the bathroom, he found Ellie’s younger sister Georgie with both her wrist cut and blood everywhere. Noah sobered up right away and took a hold of Georgie and saved her life the best he knew how. If it wasn’t for him, she would’ve died. Noah thought after saving her life, that was the last he would think of her and he was wrong.

After the incident Ellie stayed at a facility to get help with her suicidal tendencies, she was gone for 4 months. The whole time she was gone, all Noah could think about was…hoping that she was alright. At first he thought it was just him being protective, because of what happened…boy was he wrong again.

The first night Georgie was home, she couldn’t make herself sleep in her own room. So she decided to sleep in the guest room in the basement. What she didn’t realized until she sat down on the bed, that Noah was there. That one night they decided to share a bed and to stay on their designated side. Having Georgie around helped Noah a lot, he got to sleep easily without nightmares. He slept so easily and without nightmares. Then this became a regular thing with the two of them. They met in the basement guest room every night enjoying each others company. Then they started talking and sharing their thoughts and started becoming close. After a while they realized that they needed each other in their lives, that they make each other better. For some reason they make sense to each other and that was all that mattered.

The whole time I was reading the book, all I could think of was “wow this is really cute”, at times I had butterflies in my stomach. I didn’t expect much from this book, I knew I would like it. What I didn’t know was I would end up loving it. Noah and Georgie maybe 6yrs apart, but they understood and fit well together. Their story is so sweet, I couldn’t stop myself from reading. Noah, being head over heels in love with Georgie was just too sweet, it was funny how Ellie described how gaga Noah was with Georgie and how she never seen him like that before. They would go and do anything for each other and I Just love that. Of course they have some great hot sex. Yes it may have been hot, but it was sweeter than anything. I’m so glad I read this book, I just love these two and I really enjoyed their great love story. <3

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Kill Devil Hills (Kill Devil Hills, #1)

Kill Devil Hills by Sarah Darlington
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Kathleen
Kill Devil Hills
By: Sarah Darling
Rating: 5 out of 5

✩★✩★5-Noah stars✩★✩★
***ARC gifted by the author in exchanged for an honest review***

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The story started out very sad and I cried ugly. Georgie was devastated when she lost her brother. I felt bad for her when she didn't know what to do or how to deal with the death of her brother who was closed to her. So, she decided to join her brother by doing something so scary and heartbreaking that when I was reading this part, I felt like I just crawled into the book and it was me who was experiencing this horrible part her life. I am close to my brother and I would not know what to do if it happened to me. This book touched me to the core because my brother and I have always done things together and I wouldn't know how to rise above it and stay strong. The story was so realistic and everyone can relate to her situation. This is one of the sweetest love story I have ever read and loved. Noah is officially added on to my book boyfriend list.

Georgie's tragic past was something not everyone will can easily forget. People just changed the way they looked at her. She's trying not to let her past define who she is but instead be strong and to keep her head up. With Noah and her entire family behind her she will eventually accept the fact that her brother is gone and will never come back. She also realized that she isn't the only one hurting and that helped her with the healing process.

Noah is Elle's best friend. These two are inseparable and since Elle only likes girls they have nothing to worry about, falling in love that is. Georgie said so herself. Noah always saw Georgie as a little sister but one morning everything changes for him. Loved how she was all he could think about. The chemistry between Georgie and Noah was ecstatic and undeniable. There were a few times when I would get all excited and start blushing because of the things Noah would do to Georgie.

The love they both have for each other was so realistic. Fighting the feelings they both have for each other was hard for the both of them. It's sort of a forbidden love for me and I loved it. Some parts where so innocent and some parts where just hot damn sexy.

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This book tells the story of how reality would be dealt with for some people who cannot handle or be strong enough to lose someone forever. And don't ever think that what you are dealing with is the worst ever because remember, there's someone out there who is fighting for their lives to stay alive. Suicide isn't the way to go. Think of what and who you will be leaving behind. Do you really want them to go through that?

As for Noah and Georgie, they both have demons they are trying to fight along the way. Will their love for each other be strong enough to fight it to stay together? Well, you will have to read the book to find out. Awesome job, Sarah Darling. I cannot wait to read book #2.

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Just Say Yes (yes #2) by Jen Andrews - REviews

8/20/2014

Just Say Yes (Just Say Yes, #2)

Just Say Yes by Jen Andrews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Neilliza

*A copy given by author, in return for an honest review.*

This book is like a roller coaster ride. Zoe and Andy go through so much emotion with their ups and down, they gave me whiplashed.

The story starts up where the first book The Reason ended, where Zoe basically got tackled by a really big guy..that left her knocked out for days and straight into the Emergency Room. Which of course left us holding our breaths hoping for the next book to come out quick, so we can find out if Zoe’s alright. The whole time she was in bed, Andy never left her side. He was distraught, he couldn’t do anything for himself..he wanted to be around for her when she woke up. When she finally woke up in the hospital, her healing process started. That whole process was painful and hard for both of them. After the accident Andy and Zoe went through a state of turmoil, neither one knew where they stood with each other.

When these two lovebirds finally get passed all that, they made up for all their missing time together with lots and lots of hot sex. There is a lot of sex in this book, Andy and Zoey went at it like bunnies. Anytime they were in a good place in their relationship, they couldn’t keep their hands off each other.

Anytime that Zoey and Andy are in a good place, something always snaps their happiness away from them and they both rip my heart over and over in this book. These ups and downs happens over and over in this book. Andy and Zoe are so broken inside, because of their past, neither one stays on a straight path.

I do love how sweet they are to each other, but Andy also really broke my heart in this story. When the story ended, I was left with a WTF moment. I literally said WTF out loud, after Andy rips my heart out once again.

Andy and Zoe’s continuation story is gut wrenching and painful. Also just like the first book, this ends with a cliffhanger, but way bigger than the first book. I hope Author Jen Andrews won’t make us wait too long to find out what happens next with Andy and Zoey. These two so deserve their happy ending and I hope they get it on the last book.

Just Say Yes (Just Say Yes, #2)

Just Say Yes by Jen Andrews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Kathleen
ARC provided the author in exchange for honest review
✩★✩★✩4-GUT WRENCHING STAR'S✩★✩★✩

THIS IS NOT A STANDALONE...

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The story continues from book one when Zoey was hit by an oncoming car and she ends up in the hospital. With Andy by her side the entire time she was at the hospital. He just did not want to miss the moment she finally opens her eyes.

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They both have issues to deal with...blocking each other out and pushing one another away isn't helping their relationship. They fought through their demons to be able to move on to the next step of their relationship. It's hard to try to let someone in when you can't accept what happened in the past in able to move forward. I'm not sure how I feel about Andy's situation. How he dealt with the demons he had, I wish he had a better reason than what he gave to Zoey. Their story will make you happy and will also make you angry and will gut you.
I cried when I was on the last page of the book.

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Jen Andrews, you sure know how to put people on the edge of their seats. I can't wait for the rest of Andy and Zoey's story. Everyone deserves a second chance in life and get their happily ever after. I hope they both do together in the next book.

Nighttides by lisa suzanne

8/20/2014

Nighttides

Nighttides by Lisa Suzanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Michelle
ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review

If Wishes Came True : ☆☆☆ 3 Wishing Stars ☆☆☆

If Wishes Came True by Lisa Suzanne was a definitely fast paced novella. After coming off a break off, Emily heads to California with her best friend for a little R&R and wishes she could mend her broken heart and the best way to get over her ex and move on, is to find a stranger and have hot sex no strings attached. Well luckily for Emily, she meets Ben. Two Strangers. One week. No strings attached. Whatever happens in California stays in California. And the most important thing, don’t fall in love. What happens when one week is not enough and intense feelings for one another begins to develop?

Overall, this short story was definitely a quick read. A bit rushed for my liking since the main characters had this instant love after barely two nights together. A cute story with a very predictable HEA that I did enjoy.

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One Summer: ☆☆☆☆4 Hot Summer Lovin’ Stars☆☆☆☆

One Summer by M.C. Cerney was absolutely adorable and a great read. Such a fun quick read full of banter and hot romance. Abigail Holiday took one summer vacation off before she started her full-time job as lawyer. This summer vacation was suppose to be for her and her fiance, Lucas. But Lucas didn’t want to go on the trip since he always put his career before Abby. He suggest this one summer vacation is a great way for them to take a break. Little did Abby know that this summer vacation away from Lucas and California was the best thing for her. Abby found herself always running into Roman Winters. He and Abby have this heated sexual chemistry and tension brewing between them. When Abby finally sees Lucas’ true colors, is it too late for Abby and Roman? How will one summer change Abby’s life?

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Love Nick: ☆☆☆☆4 Love Nick Stars☆☆☆☆

Love, Nick was a cute and lovely story of a single divorced dad of two young children looking for a summer nanny. Nick, a busy attorney needs a live-in nanny to watch his kids while his ex-wife is abroad for work. Liv needs a summer job and luckily for her Nick likes Liv and thinks she would be a great fit since she has experienced working with children. As Liv spends time with the kids, the growing attraction between Nick and Liv begins to heat up. Will the lines from boss and employee be crossed?

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High Maintenance: ☆☆☆3 Kitten Stars ☆☆☆

In this novella, we had it all from deception, friendship, second chances, and new beginnings. Lexy, a do it yourself kind of girl likes her independence and take charge attitude. So when the son’s maintenance comes and offers his service, a friendship blooms. So will Lexy ditch her lying fiance for the boy next door?

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Big Balls: ☆☆☆☆☆5 Grand Slam Stars☆☆☆☆☆

Big Balls by Amalie Silver was a homerun! This novella had it all from sweet romance and sexy book boyfriend material. The storyline flowed at such a great pace that it didn’t felt rushed. So when a softball star falls in love with her umpire boyfriend, will this be a strike or a grand slam romance?

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Just Him: ☆☆☆☆☆4.5 First Love Stars☆☆☆☆☆

Just Him by Nickie Nalley Seidler was a sweet first love romance. Ten years has passed and two high school sweethearts finally reconnect. Is this their second chance at love when both are back for their 10 year high school reunion? Or will old high school jealousy from a supposed friend tear this couple from rekindling an old romance?

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An Unexpected Journey: ☆☆☆☆4.5-5 Fated Stars ☆☆☆☆

Where do I begin...An Unexpected Journey by Taryn Plendl was an absolute sweet second chance romance of two people who couldn’t forget their first love. Life is indeed a journey full of ups and downs and a few surprises. So when Jay saw an opportunity to win back his first and only love, Abby, he will do anything even if it means surprising her on a cruise ship. So will Jay set sail to a HEA with his first love, Abby? Or will his plans be a sinking disaster?

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Captain:☆☆☆☆☆5 "Captain" Stars ☆☆☆☆☆

Ready for take off….Captain by Katherine Rhodes was a laugh out loud gem of a novella. This book had sass, humor, wit and sexiness all neatly tied up in a bow. Ditching her loser boyfriend, Glenda found herself sharing a suite with a hot single dad, Allen aka the Captain. All I can say is that Glenda found herself flying high because the Captain definitely took her on an unforgettable sexual journey. Will Glenda be boarding a new relationship with the Captain or will she be flying on standby? Katherine Rhodes

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Bad Summer Love: ☆☆☆☆4.5 Summer Love☆☆☆☆

He needs to see me at my hottest.
He needs to feel how I’m feeling.
He will be affected by me….

First Love...first heartbreak. For Ellie, she loved only one man, Marcus Conti. He was her childhood best friend turned boyfriend. But when Marcus broke up with her, she was devastated. He was the one that owned her heart. When Ellie went on vacation with her family to Hawaii, the one person she tried to escape from is there. As much as Ellie wanted to stay away from him, she was drawn to Marcus and vice versa. When Marcus and Ellie finally found themselves rekindling their love, new revelations are revealed. Is this second chance romance worth the fight?

Bad Summer Love hooked me. I wanted more Ellie and Marcus. I couldn’t get enough of these two rekindling their love… I can’t wait to see what Ms. Rios has in store for them. Phalla S. Rios

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Crashing with Beau: ☆☆☆☆☆5 "Jawsome" Stars ☆☆☆☆☆

Crashing with Beau by Brittainy C. Cherry was flat out a "cute, pretty, stunning, beautiful" novella. Loved it. It was fun, quirky, and sweet. This book was about living it.. carpe diem! For Kate, living it up was spending her days in the library. Well the library got a little more interesting and cool, when Kate meets Beau. Following the advice of her parents to seize the day and enjoy her youth, Kate did just that before she heads off to college.

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Among The Echoes by Aly Martinez - Reviews

8/15/2014

REVIEWS BY: NEILLIZA | MICHELLE | KAT

Among the Echoes

Among the Echoes by Aly Martinez
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Neilliza
5 Yummy Slate Stars

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*A copy given by author, in return for an honest review.*

Wow! What an awesome book.

This story started a little rough. So anyone that cannot take a little graphic scene, this book is not for you. Yes it was a little hard to read the beginning of the book, but I stucked it out. This book turned into something beautiful, I’m glad I kept reading. This book is so good I had a hard time going to sleep, because I had work the next day..but I wanted to finish the book so bad. I read this book throughout all my breaks at work, I just could not put it down…it’s that good.

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This story is about Erica, who was caught up in a lot of trouble for being at the wrong place and the wrong time. After witnessing a murder, Erica almost got herself killed. Instead she went through some pretty horrendous things, that changed her life forever. Then there’s Leo, who became her savior who never left her side. After years of being together like family in hiding, Slate came into the picture. At first I didn’t know what to expect with him, but once I kept reading and got to know him, I have to say wow. He is such a man, a man’s man. He is so much more than I can explain, he is such a beautiful man inside and out. The more I found out about Slate, the more I was in awe. I mean, wow, He was just so damn beautiful. I could not put the book down mostly, because of him. Yes you will also love Erica she is very fragile at first, but ends up being such a strong character. Then there’s Leo, he is also such a beautiful soul and funny. All these 3 characters are so strong, emotional and partly broken, but beautiful…they kept me reading. Leo is such a protector, he kept Erica grounded, but Slate is what brought Erica back to the person she used to be. I cannot explain or say enough about this book, to really express how much I love it. I almost didn’t read this book, but I gave it a chance and I am so freaking happy I did. As for Slate in now my newest book boyfriend. <3 him!

This book is so awesome, I cannot wait to read the 2nd book and get to know Leo a little more. Till then.

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Among the Echoes

Among the Echoes by Aly Martinez
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Michelle
ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review

☆☆☆☆☆ 5 “Beautiful” Slate Stars ☆☆☆☆☆

“I want you. All of you. Not these little bits I hear echoing around the room. I just want you, Riley.”

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Aly Martinez is now one of those authors for me that is an automatically must read and one-click. After reading my first book of Stolen Course, I was hooked with Aly’s amazing storytelling and writing. And let me tell you Among the Echoes is another amazing book. Aly will suck you in how eloquent and beautiful she was able to discuss a delicate subject of sexual abuse and yet weave it into a touching and moving storyline. Among the Echoes is not an ordinary romantic story. It isn’t a fairytale and a love that doesn’t always come easy. It’s a love that is overcoming obstacles, facing challenges, fighting to be together, holding on and never letting go. And in Among the Echoes, Ms. Martinez shows us a love that was consuming, moving, beautiful, sexy, raw, and pure.

I may still be breathing, but stripped of my identity, I have long since stopped living. I am invisible, and my life depends on my ability to stay in the shadow.

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One fatal night, Erica Hill’s life was stolen from her. Witnessing a murder, she was held hostage and raped multiple times bound to a bed leaving her shattered and broken but luckily for her, Leo James was there to save her. Fast forward to three years later, Erica is still living in hell. Erica had to change her name to Riley Peterson and be put under the witness protection program. With her best friend, Leo by her side, Erica feels somewhat at ease and safe. But ridden with guilt after what he witnessed Erica had to go through, Leo goes out of his way to make sure Erica/Riley is safe from danger. But for Erica, the memories of the excruciating pain she endured being raped multiple times left her haunted with fears. Her anxiety have kept her from truly moving forward and living. But that all changes when she meets her new next door neighbor, Slate Andrews.

“Fuck your fairytale. I just want you. I’ll make my own God damn happily ever after. But you’re the one who is mistaken. You’ll be at the end of that story, beautiful. You either come willingly or you force me into the dark after you. It doesn’t matter to me, because either way, I’ll find you.”

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When Slate meets Riley, there was something that made him want to reach out and help her. He was drawn to her. As he slowly befriends Riley, he knows that something tragic must have caused her to be skittish and fearful. Slowly, Slate forces Riley to let him in. Being the total sweetheart and protective alpha male, he tries to ease the pain and emotional baggage Riley/Erica is holding onto. When she finally let him in, Erica for the first time in years finally experiences happiness. With Slate by her side, walls of pain and anxiety are slowly torn down. When Erica finally found her safe haven in Slate, new danger lurks putting the safety of Erica at risk. So how far will Slate go to protect his new love?

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Among the Echoes is one of those books that must be read and experienced. It is raw, gritty, and emotional. The storyline and writing will captivate you and you will not want to put this book down. Aly does remarkable job in showcasing a heroine’s journey in finding her inner strength, love, happiness, and hope. I absolutely love Slate and Leo. And I am so excited for Broken Course and can’t wait to read Leo’s story. <3 Among the Echoes was a great read so highly recommend you to go read it.

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Among the Echoes

Among the Echoes by Aly Martinez
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Among The Echoes
By: Aly Martinez
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Kathleen
ARC provided by an author in exchange for honest review
✩★✩★✩5 tragic & gut-wrenching stars✩★✩★✩

OMG! My heart broke for Erica Hill. She is scared and a walking jumpy woman. After the tragedy she had to endure, she's more cautious and freaked out because of it. What happened to her was so horrible that I can't even imagine myself going through that. You can totally feel her emotions from reading this. Being raped is terrifying and brutal.

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Slate Andrews is a walking sex on a stick. Almost killed me with his charm. Sorry Erica, you're gonna have to just move over and let me ravage Slate.
Leo was a very protective man. Erica feels safer with him. Didn't matter how many miles they were apart, he just made her feel that way.

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Leo has that guilt, he can't seem to shake. He's blaming himself from getting Erica hurt so bad when it could've been avoided as much as possible. It just haunts him, witnessing everything horrible that happened to Erica is unforgettable and unforgivable to him. All Leo wanted for Erica to have was someone who could protect her, a boyfriend or even a girlfriend be by her side. He just wants her to move forward.

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This book was a page turner. At first it started kind of slow but after a couple chapters, it started to just go by quick. It makes you want to kill these bastards who hurt Lena. But having the two hotties makes an even more awesome read, knowing the fact that they are very protective of her. I can't wait to read Leo's story.

How can you move forward after having to go through such tragedy, that I don't think I can ever make myself forget, if I was in Erica's shoes? No matter what, it'll always be in the back of your mind, that this horrible, tragic, hurtful, unimaginable and gut wrenching passed, truly happened to you. Will Erica overcome this tragedy, with the help of these two hotties? You'll have read this heartbreaking story. Awesome job in pulling me in and just captivated my heart. I was holding my breath the entire read. Aly Martinez and I will be coming back for more.

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That Girl by HJ Bellus - Review

8/12/2014

By: Hj BELLUS
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Kathleen
ARC provided by an author in exchange for honest review

☆☆☆☆☆ 5 THAT GIRL stars ☆☆☆☆☆

Reading the prologue has me sad and I knew then that this would be a very emotional read. Being abused and heartbroken, is what THAT GIRL is dealt with. Scared to fight back for years and now finally have the courage to do so. She wants to find someone who accepts her and love her. Knowing what she wants in life she had to be strong and face what's in stored for her future when she turned 18. Changed her identity because she just wanted to escape the cruel past, she had to endure for years.

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THAT GIRL puts up a wall, she doesn't let anyone in. It may change after meeting the football player who owned the beautiful eyes that just pulled her in. That's where he comes in, his name is Lincoln Wilks, the star football player at CSU. When you look into his eyes, you can see that he also has similar things he's dealing with as THAT GIRL had to deal with, as well. He thinks she is mysterious and just wants to get to know her.

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The things that Lincoln and THAT GIRL experienced was unimaginable. Moving from town to town just to escape from the past that is somehow trying to hold you down and ruin you to have a future was too painful. I'm the type of girl that likes to be appreciated and to be loved. If you don't show me the same respect and gratitude, then you are not worth my time. It's how I saw THAT GIRL when she ended up 1014 miles later. The love that Lincoln and her had for each other was so strong that no one break them apart. THAT GIRL totally deserves her own happiness, everyone deserves to be happy somehow, someway.

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The hot sex scenes and make out sessions had me fanning myself quite a few times. Lincoln has become one of my book boyfriend. My knight and shining armor.HJ Bellus you've done an amazing job creating these characters and the story line was just so realistic. I will be coming for more.