Midsummer Sweetheart by Katy Regnery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Neilliza
☆☆☆☆☆ 5☆☆☆☆☆


The story of Erik Lindstrom and Katrin Svenson.

Erik never believed in love, he grew up believing that his dad left his mom on her death bed. He hated and didn’t have respect for his dad…because to him, what kind of man would leave the love of his life on her last days on earth? Who does that. When he was little he believe that his parents love was real and he wanted to grow up and find love like they had, but when he saw how much his mom suffered in her last days on earth and his dad was nowhere to be found, he lost his faith in love. Erik grew up not looking for love, but for a quick lay here and there. Anytime anyone got too close to him, he would end the relationship. He didn’t do love, it’s not for him. Why give your heart to someone, if love won’t last?

Then there’s Katrin, who had been having a hard life. Her ex-fiancé left her at the altar on their wedding day, then after she broke it off with him, he kept coming for her and wouldn't leave her alone. Her ex-fiancé became a drunk and became more and more violent.

One day when Erik was asked by Ingrid and sister Jenny for a favor to bring Katrin to a new town for her safety. Safety away from her ex-fiance, who had become a violent drunk. The first day they met, they both felt sparks fly. Knowing how much Erik didn’t believe in love and it’s not at all into a relationship, they decided to stay clear of each other. Erik for some reason couldn’t stay away from Katrin and decided to ask Katrin for dinner in a week. This became a routine with them, until they couldn’t stay away from each other any longer. While their relationship started turning for the better a family get together was coming near and Erik started to get nervous and scared of his relationship with Kat. Not knowing exactly what they are, he became lost and confused of his feelings. Which put a damper on their newly found love. At the same time Katrin’s ex-fiance started coming around and promised Karen that he will do anything to get her back.

Will Erik find his way and accept that he is in love with Katrin?
Will Katrin’s ex find her and do what he had promised?

I love this book. Katrin and Erik are too sweet, they started out friends and became lovers. Erik being new in the whole relationship thing, wasn’t so bad. He never believed he was a romantic, but romance came to him naturally. When Katrin and Erik went through the bump on the road and split, I felt their pain. It was so sad, but just like all of Katy’s books we always get our HEA that we are hoping for. Read the book and learn the road of Katrin and Erik’s relationship with their ups and downs, it will all be worth it in the end. This is a feel good love story and that’s just the way I like it. <3

REVIEWS BY: KATHLEEN | MICHELLE | NEILLIZA

Break the Sky by Nina Lane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Break The Sky(SPIRAL OF BLISS SPIN-OFF)
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Kathleen
By: Nina Lane
ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
5 Bad Boy ✩★✩★✩'s

Nina Lane captured my heart with her SPIRAL BLISS series!! I couldn't wait to get into this book. She's the type of writer who will pull you and will leave you wanting more. Every book I read she had written has stuck with me, very unforgettable. I will forever remember Professor Dean!



This story is about Dean's best friend, Kelsey, who is also a teacher. She would love to be respected by everyone as a teacher, reputation is very important to her. Archer is Dean's brother, another hot West guy, bad boy and cares about no one. They meet at a bar and after they messed around, everything changes for the both of them. It get's complicated since she has no time for a relationship, she's only focused on her career. BUT Archer is so tempting that she starts feeling things she never knew existed or she even wanted to begin with. As for Archer, he will stop at nothing to pursue or chase his prey. It was his mission to get into her pants, but there's something about Kelsey that he just could not resist and he stopped at nothing to find out what this pull he just can't seem to ignore and deny.



The chemistry between them was smoking hot. His mission is to make Kelsey give in to his seductions. She knows he's very attractive, but he's someone she cannot have or shouldn't have. Thinking it was all lust, but in the end it turned into something more, they both didn't expect it. Will they both be strong enough to fight the relationship they are trying to have? Commitment is a new territory for Archer and he is struggling to fight this new feeling that he has for Kelsey. When it was time to leave, he didn't know what to do. When falling in love, you can fight it all you want, get away from the person all you want, but if it's true love, it'll chase you wherever you may go. You just can't hide because it's in your heart, something you can't get rid of and can't lie about. It's what I understood about Archer and Kelsey. They both denied this feeling they had for each other...but how long and how far can they go to do just that?



The love that Archer and Kelsey had for each other was amazing. I can't wait to read more of your work, you have bewitched me with Break The Sky, Nina Lane. You never disappoint! THIS IS A MUST READ!!!

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Break the Sky by Nina Lane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Michelle
ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review

☆☆☆☆☆ 5 “I surrender” Stars ☆☆☆☆☆

Chaotic. Destructive. Lost. Powerful. Forceful. These words can be used to describe a STORM but in this case it can also be used to describe the characters of Break the Sky. Like a powerful wind blowing, Break the Sky by Nina Lane blew me away on how AMAZING this book was. It was the PERFECT STORM!! Like life, no relationship is all sunshine, but two people can share one umbrella and survive a storm together. And for Archer West he found that person in Kelsey March.

“Archer West had reduced me to a quivering mass of arousal and blushing, and I'd fallen headfirst into the storm”



For Archer West, he was already labeled as the bad boy with no directions in life. He is the brother who has been nothing but a trouble maker. A drifter. A man who doesn’t care. But behind the facade, that is not the case for Archer West. He is a man who was dealt with a shitty hand. Yes, he made choices that could have been different. He made mistakes. Aren’t we allowed to make mistakes and fuck up? So when Archer West, finally found his way in a small town visiting his brother Dean and his wife, Liz, he did not expect to find himself in the eye of the storm. And for him this storm was called Kelsey March.



Before a storm hits, warning signs are given. For Kelsey March, she saw the warning sign and it was flashing big neon letters for her that Archer West was the perfect storm who can uproot her simple life. Like a big gust of wind, Archer made Kelsey FEEL. He challenged her. He brought out the REAL KELSEY MARCH. A sexy kitten waiting to make her ROAR in life and love be heard. Knowing that Archer’s stay is temporary, will Kelsey finally make the once drifter to settle down his roots. Or will Kelsey be chasing a storm that doesn’t want to be caught?



Break the Sky was more than two people find love. It was about self discovering and taking chances in life and love. It was about breaking down the walls of their hearts, fears, and insecurities. And in this case, breaking the sky and letting sunshine in. Like after any storm, the sun will peak through and let light in. For Archer and Kelsey, light and love was radiating off them. It a love that is willing to face any storm and break the sky.



Break the Sky by Nina Lane was the first book that I have read from this author. And I can happily say it won’t be my last. Ms. Lane delivered such a touching, emotional and yet sexy storyline that kept me glued to my kindle. She made me want to know who the real Archer West is. Behind the bad boy and nomadic lifestyle, Archer West was a man looking for love, family and a place to belong. He is a man exposed. His vulnerability is out there. He is lost. Broken. A man seeking redemption in the eyes of his family. His regrets and burdens lies deep with him. Through this touching storyline, Ms. Lane weaves many layers to Archer for readers to finally see how RAW and REAL Archer West is. They say don’t judge a book by it’s cover and so Ms. Lane allows her readers to break through their preconceived notions about him and see a MAN finding his perfect storm and love. A love that can withstand the torrential downpours, winds, and whatever mother nature has in store. A love that will fight. A love that will Break the Sky. A love found in Kelsey March.

“I hadn’t just fallen in love with him. I’d fallen in need, in lust, in hope, in dream with him. I’d fallen crazily, head-spinningly, recklessly into him.”



So if you are looking for a book that has sexiness, banter, and a blazing inferno of love then I highly recommend you to read Break the Sky. They say once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you manage to survive it but one thing is for certain, once the storm is over, you won’t be the same person who walked in. And for me, I can happily say bring on the storm because I will gladly chase any storm with Archer West.

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Break the Sky by Nina Lane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Neilliza
*Review copy given by author, in exchange for an honest review.*


Break the Sky is a love story about two tough souls falling in love. Neither one knew that falling in love with the right person can’t be stopped, not even with the walls and rules they put up to keep their hearts guarded from anyone who dare come in.

There’s Archer, who had a hard life and instead asking his family for help he went and ruined what he can. He could keep a job, became an addicted, slept with a lot of women, and in and out of jail. Archer grew up thinking nobody cared enough about him, not even his brother Dean. So Archer lived his life the way he knew how, by keeping everyone at arm’s length.

Then there’s tough chick Kelsey. Who hadn’t been with a man for years, who live her life with rules and with a dream of getting her Storm watch Project off the ground. With her life was all about climbing the ladder and be successful, to make her parents proud. She was all wrong with it came to that, of course, her parents wanted what is best for her that she loves.

Both were ok with their lives, until that one night they met at the bar. Kelsey trying to drown her anger with alcohol, on another failed attempt to get her Spiral Project off the ground, then she locked her eyes on Archer. She watched how he moved, how rough and sexy he was. She wished she could get a taste of him, then he came her way. They exchanged stories and had very scorching hot kisses. They almost left the bar together, until they were both snap back into the real world and walk away from each other. Neither one thought they would see each other again, boy were they wrong.

The next day there were collided, Kelsey tried to stay away from him, but couldn’t. Anytime he was around she couldn’t keep her eyes off him and the pictures of what she wanted to do with him wouldn’t stop flashing in her mind. After Arches attempts of breaking her, she finally surrendered. They started seeing each other, had lots of hot sex. They made rules, that they were only doing this for fun, while Archer was in town. No feelings, no strings, just fun. Yet again, they were wrong. Feelings for each other started creeping up not only with Archer, but with Kelsey. The more they spent time together and gotten to know each other, the more they fell for each other.

Will they put everything aside and let love take them and stay together?
Or Will Archer leave town like he intended to in the first place?
Or will Kelsey convince him to stay and give their love a try?

Read and find out. This book is so worth the read, it is hot…Really hot. This is the first book I read by Nina and I’m glad I did. I enjoyed the banter, the hot and sweet relationship that Archer and Kelsey had. Right from the beginning of reading I knew they were a perfect fit. They were so alike, they kept each other grounded, on point and alive. No matter how much, they didn’t think they belonged to one another, they did. I love how strong both of them were, but with each other they let themselves break down and open up to each other. Only with each other and no one else. <3 <3 this book!

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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.

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.

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.

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.

The Husband Games by Jamie Farrell
Reviewed by: Neilliza
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
*Review copy given by author, in exchange for an honest review.*

This story is about the Most Married-est Town on Earth. The town that is all about weddings and of course their Annual The Husband Games. This town also has a QG = Queen General named Marilyn, who basically bosses everyone in town and controls everything. As the Married-est Town, she hates dealing with divorce folks and Natalie is one of them. The person with a target on her back as far as Marilyn’s concern. Marilyn will do anything to ruin or get rid of Natalie, because in her opinion, Natalie is the lowest of the lowest.

Natalie is a divorced single mom, who does everything for her town, especially taking care of setting up The Husband Game for the sake of her late mother. Poor thing is judge left to right, not because they think she’s a bad person..she’s great. They judge her because she’s divorced, no matter how much Natalie has done for the town it didn’t matter.

Then there’s C.J., a widower. His wife died in the line of fire and he is still regretting not being a better husband to her while she was still alive. So to honor her memory, he decided to join The Husband Games.

Natalie and C.J. had a little something in the past and when they started spending time together, feelings started surfacing. C.J. knowing that he isn’t around to stay, he tried to push his feelings aside, no matter how much is heart is telling him to stay for Natalie and her precious boy Noah. As for Natalie, her knowing that C.J. will be leaving town right after The Husband Games, Natalie pushed him away before he could leave her.

Will these two keep trying to fight their feelings for each other, because they’re afraid to love and be left alone again?
Or will CJ decide to stay give Natalie his all?
You gotta read and find out, but just FYI though…this book is straight up HEA. I love happily ever after book, always keeps me reading.

This book started out a little slow, but once CJ and Natalie had their first encounter it started moving into my phase. This book is a really fun read, CJ and Natalie’s chemistry were off the charts. At times I was losing my patients, because I wanted them to get together so badly quickly; but the wait on them really getting together is all worth it.

My favorite part of this book is The Husband Games, it was fun and heartwarming. CJ and Natalie were just too cute. This book is a standalone, but the first of Misfit Brides of Bliss and I cannot wait to read the next one. <3

The Husband Games by Jamie Farrell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Husband Games
By: Jamie Farrell
My rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Kathleen
ARC provided by an author in exchange for an honest review

In the beginning, I was trying to get into the story but it started out really slow. But it doesn't mean the book took the wrong turn, it was unputdownable after a few chapters. I didn't like the fact that Natalie was a pushover, can't stand up for herself. But when she did, you will know why she had to bite her tongue at times. CJ Blue and Nataliie are going through some rough times of their lives. Natalie is trying to take over her family's bridal shop and is also a single parent. CJ is struggling to move forward from his deceased wife, but it's not helping since he is back to a town that reminds him of her. With family obligations he has no choice but to participate in the Games and totally embarrass himself. BUT as for Natalie, she doesn't think he should play the Games.



Both struggle to accept their feelings that grow for one another, but through the game they cannot seem to deny this nagging feeling within. So many twists and turns that I just wanted to get to the bottom of the story. The story of the book was about two people losing their loved ones and trying to move forward and not living in the past. Will they both get their happily ever after or will they forever let their past define them and not move forward?. You'd have to read it to find out.
Awesome job Jamie.

Promise Me This by Sarah Ashley Jones
Reviewed by: Michelle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Complimentary copy provided by author in exchange of honest review

☆☆☆☆ 4 Promise Me This Stars ☆☆☆



They say don’t talk, just act. Don’t say, just show. And don’t promise, just prove. So in Promise Me This by Sarah Ashley Jones, promises are meant to be proved. In such a sweet and yet touching storyline, Ms. Jones takes us on journey of a young woman rediscovering her life and finding love. Promise Me This will make you fall in love, touch your heart, and take you on an emotional journey of what matters in life.

As the good Southern Belle, Charlotte “Charlie” Jenning was the obedient daughter. She is the girl who follows the expectations of her parents whereas her twin brother, Cameron rebels. He goes off to college out of state. Moves to sunny California in San Diego. Becomes independent and lives the life that he wants. His rules. His life. Cameron knows that Charlie wants the same thing but she doesn’t have the strength to disobey her parents yet. But that all changes when Cameron tragically dies in a car accident. Sent to California to retrieve and pack up Cameron’s belongings, Charlie meets Jhett Hudson, her brother’s best friend.

This tattooed musician awakens something in Charlie. He makes Charlie to step out of her comfort zone and to truly live as what Cameron wants her to do. Ms. Jones takes her readers on a tale of two people finding friendship, love and life together. The chemistry of Jhett and Charlie is raw, emotional, and sweet. Promise Me This takes a Southern good girl on journey where she discovers why California is called the sunshine state and most importantly shed some light to awaken her to find her way.

Promise Me Forever by Sarah Ashley Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Reviwed by: Michelle
Complimentary Copy received from author in exchange of honest review

☆☆☆☆ 4 Promise Me Forever Stars ☆☆☆☆

Promise Me Forever left me feeling all kinds of giddy love. Sarah Ashley Jones made me go sigh after reading Charlie and Jhett’s story. From trials and tribulations, Ms. Jones made readers feel the power of love. She made us fall in love with Charlie and Jhett all over again. Their love uplifted us. It was a sweet love. A love that doesn’t fail. The ending of Charlie and Jhett’s story was perfect, sweet, and emotional. Promise Me Forever is the HEA ending that readers want and I must say that Epilogue put a big fat smile on my face.
“A true love story never ends.”

Promise Me Forever by Sarah Ashley Jones
Reviwed by: Kathleen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars


**Received an ARC in return for an honest review.**

Promise Me Forever is a novella....

I fell in love with Jhett in Promise Me This, and that was just a reinforced in Promise Me Forever. This book follows through the time when Charlie and Jhett is faced with trials and tribulations. Dealing with their emotions... There were times when Charlie would just push Jhett away...



I love how no matter how many times Charlie pushes Jhett away, he will be there for her and will always love her.



A total roller coaster. Reading this book just felt so realistic. Charlie and Jhett's love for one another is so strong. They've been through thick and thin good and bad. They cared more than they should but that's what's keeping them strong. It's a perfect ending of Jhett and Charlie's story. I loved it! I'm sad but atleast it ended the way I expected it to be. I will forever cherish this book.

Blurred by Kim Karr
Reviewed by: Michelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review

☆☆☆☆☆ 5 Blurred Lines Stars ☆☆☆☆☆

Rock Bottom. Hell. Despair. Regrets. Alone. Lost. For Ben Convington, those words describes his personal turmoil and hell. A living hell, I might say where the lines of the past, present, and future begins to get blurred. They say to live life with no regrets but for Ben, his life is filled with regrets, what ifs, and sins. He is a lost man trying to find himself. And so begins, Ben’s tale of where he traces back to the days where his life, happiness, love and passion got BLURRED.

“I’m alone and left to pick up pieces to a life I don’t have. Rock Bottom. It’s a phrase I never thought I’d use to describe myself, but it’s the only one that fits.”



Blurred by Kim Karr was such an emotional book for me. I have always been a big fan of redemption. I love a story where an overlooked, disliked and misunderstood character finally gets a SECOND CHANCE. Who are we to deny a person a second chance? And so I was so happy to see that Kim Karr did just that. She made us understand the real Ben Convington. Behind Ben’s eyes is a man wanting to find his way but needs the support from his family and friends but most importantly, Ben needs to stand up on his own.

Ms. Karr goes in depth of the struggles and inner turmoil Ben goes through. It is not lighthearted or beautiful but RAW. Ben is a man exposed. His vulnerability is out there. His sadness is on his face. His hatred for himself is on his skin. His regrets and burdens lies deep within him. Through this touching storyline, Ben is finally getting his side of the story told. He is finally getting his chance to be UNDERSTOOD. I will not lie and sugarcoat it, Ben is not perfect but who is? We all make mistakes and fuck up but who are we to deny a person seeking redemption? The emotional tale of Ben finding his way, admitting his faults, and seeking redemption is a true testament of why BEN CONVINGTON captured my heart. The raw vulnerability and sadness is what made me love Blurred. Life is not perfect. The truth hurts. And behind Ben eyes, lies a man wanting to be free and happy. They say home is where the heart is. And so begins the tale of Ben finally transforming his once blurred life into a life filled with hope and new possibilities. Will Ben be finally given his chance to be understood and redeemed?



“I watch the sky come alive with so many vibrant hues, starbursts of color, and showers of light. And as ribbons of smoke blur the sky, I can say for the first time in a long time, my path is clear.”



All I can say is go read Blurred. Find out the truth. Read his side of the story. Don’t judge a book by it’s cover. Ben deserves his side to be told. And most importantly, his chance to find love and happiness. So I can happily say, Ben Convington stole my heart. And I want to thank Kim Karr for allowing us to give Ben a chance in Blurred. I look forward to reading Frayed. Can’t wait to read more of Ben and his tale of redemption, love, and happiness. And so begins when the lines are no longer blurry in Ben Convington’s life.

Blurred by Kim Karr
Reviewed by: Kathleen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurred
By: Kim Karr
5 gut-wrenching ☆☆☆☆☆'s


From the first page of the story it already had my emotions bouncing off the wall. The pain that Ben was feeling was excruciating. Losing a loved one is not something I can handle and imagining myself in his shoes, I just couldn't, it's heart breaking, gut wrenching and I wouldn't know what to do with myself.



Ben gets drunk and comes home and fall downward into unconsciousness, becomes dead to the world. It was his routine in the beginning to erase all the bad things that had happened around him, atleast that's what he thought would help him forget. I didn't like the fact that it was his way of tackling his problems, but who am I to judge when knowing for a fact that what he's been through was so horrible. So drinking was him trying to put himself out his misery. It's his way of numbing all the pain and sorrow he was dealt with.

Trying to change his way of life wasn't easy. He did his best to better himself. He had to find his old self or else he would end up losing everyone he had left. I so believe in karma and what he did to Dahl was unacceptable, I'm so against cheating. Now he hates the fact that what he did to Dahl was wrong. Everyday of his life, there wasn't a time that he did not think of the guilt and the pain he had caused Dahl. I don't condone on cheating, not one bit. BUT when you read Ben's story, you'll get to know and understand where he's coming from and will change how you see him and feel about him.

This book just pulled me in and had me so emotional and wrecked after reading Ben's story. I wish the choices he made was different, but no one is perfect, he's only human after all. We all have the power over depression...from personal experience and it wasn't easy to overcome. Some people could go suicidal or some could just turn to someone else worse than anyone could ever think of. Feeling all alone in the world, thinking that everything you touch, you destroy. And that it's the end of the world, is pretty much what you will feel when you are buried deep into the black hole. Some people aren't strong enough to rise from depression, but some are, it's just the process that needs patience. I totally loved this book. KIM KARR you've done it again and I will always keep coming back for more.

A Summer Love by Melanie James
Reviewed by: Neilliza
My rating: 5 of 5 stars


The book starts up with Jake and Jenny not being able to stand each other, as the book continues you will see why.

Jake and Jenny have been friends for a long time.Jenny have always been in love with Jake, but can’t do anything about it. Jake is her brother’s best friend, she felt like he was off limits and same thing goes with Jake. He had always had feelings for Jenny, but he doesn’t want to mess up his friendship with Adam just to get a chance with his sister. He was also bothered by their 6yr age difference, he thought Jenny was just way too young for him. Until that one night…

Things were heating up between with Jake and Jenny, but before they could take things too far Jake got up and walked out. He left Jenny without even looking back and without explanation. He left her broken hearted, to pick up the pieces of her own heart. After going more into the story you find out why he really left and you will understand why.

Jake knew he messed up with Jenny bad and will do anything to get another chance.
Will he figure out a way to convince Jenny how much she really means to him? Will she forgive him?

While all that is happening, they find out someone from Jake’s past wants revenge for the things that Jake had caused him. This psycho will do anything to hurt both of them and if hurting Jenny is a way to hurt Jake, then be it.




Jake and Jenny will work together to stop this scumbag from hurting anyone again. Will they be strong enough to stay together? Read and find out.

This story is not your typical love story, there was some suspense and mystery in it. The best of all there is lots of love and steamy loves scenes in the story. I just love this story and the moral that Jake has. I cannot wait to read what’s up next with Seasons of Love.

Come Back by J.A. Huss
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

ARC provided by author in exchange of honest review

☆☆☆☆☆ 5 Come Back Stars ☆☆☆☆☆

Pardon my language but COME BACK by J.A. Huss is hands down fucking AH-MAZZING. With that being said, this book is a MUST READ!! You will not want to put this book down. And once you are done with the book, you are left begging for more of Harper, James, and Sasha. All I can say is that J.A. Huss is one of my favorite authors and everything she writes is PERFECTION for me.

Harper can be mine. No-Harper will be mine. All I have to do is complete the mission. Death is a business deal. And I just shook his hand.



JA Huss was able to weave so many layers of raw, gritty, sexiness and suspense in this second installment. Hold on to the edge of your seats, Ms. Huss will put you through one of hell of a sex, dirty, thrilling ride that will leave you holding onto your breath as she spellbinds us with James, Harper, and Sasha. You will be left second guessing yourself as to who to trust. And to top it off you will be left speechless and be saying WHAT THE FUCK on repeat.

“If death is a deal, then love is a promise.”



JA Huss definitely titled this series perfectly. It is Dirty, Dark, and Deadly. In this many facet and intertwined layers of storyline and characters, secrets, lies, betrayals, and trust are exposed. Picking up where it last left off in COME, James is sent to retrieve a special package. In his case, this package was one feisty, smart, and tough 13 year old girl named Sasha. When James and Harper are finally reunited, the duo must tackle the most important factor of their relationship: TRUST. We all know that trust must be earned so James tries his hardest to instill that in Harper even if it means trying to fuck the truth right into her.

“You belong to me. You’re mine. So if you stay, you need to understand that. You’re mine.”



As the story progresses, Harper and James past and present begins to collide. A long time connection from their youth unravels that James and Harper were meant to meet. Promises were made. Love was destined. Businesses were dealt. Secrets were left buried. And motives are being questioned. So who is there to trust? James? Harper? Sasha?

What we know for sure is the Company is after something. And James wants Harper to trust him but how can she when James won’t tell her the truth. The doubts Harper has about James is justified. But one thing is for certain, James did his best trying to fuck his way into her heart and mind. Will James be able to keep his promise to Harper and come back in 10 days?



James and Harper’s story is filled with excitement, suspense, and steam. Secrets begins to unfold. Betrayals begins to unravel. And the truth...well that’s for us to find out what JA Huss has in store for us. They say the eyes are useless when the mind is blind. Well in this case, JA Huss will open our eyes to one mind-blowing story that you can’t help but have your eyes glued to your kindle. Business is business. Love is a risk. The heart is vulnerable. The truth hurts. Nothing is black and white. And behind the eyes of James, Harper and Sasha is a story to be told. So be prepared for their COME BACK!!!

“If I tell you to walk through fire, it’s because I know beyond a doubt that you are fireproof. If I tell you to take a bullet, it’s because I know you that you are bulletproof. If I tell you to walk away from me, its because you know I will come back for you. No matter what I tell you to do, you will do it, and you will be safe because I said so. Because I love you. Because you trust in my love.”



All I can say is J.A. Huss is a mastermind mind. She will hook you with her amazing talent as a writer. The storyline is fucking phenomenal. The characters are real, sexy and gritty. And the emotions are raw. COME BACK is definitely a 5 star read and I just want to shout on the rooftops…. “GO READ THIS SERIES. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!!” I seriously can’t wait for third book. I am greedy for MORE. November needs to hurry. I need more James. I need more Harper. And of course, I can’t forget the Smurfette, Sasha. <3

“You and me, Harper, we’re in this together. I’m the only one of you should always trust. No matter what’s happening. I’m the one you look to. Because everything I’m doing is for you and me. Not just you, not just me. But both of us.”

4 Beach Lovin’ Stars!
Reviewed by: Mara
Complimentary copy received from the author for an honest review
“Deep breaths. Keep breathing. Keep moving. Deep breaths.”

A little bit more heartbreaking and a lot more heartwarming. This debut novel by Sarah Ashley Jones was one story that will leave you crying and smiling with every page turned.

Charlotte “Charlie” Jennings was the responsible daughter, the one who obligingly obeys her parents even though she wants other things for her life. So unlike Cameron, her twin brother. Cameron left town as soon as he was old enough to provide for himself. He attended college out of state, he became independent, and he lived the life he wanted for himself without being watched and told what he should do. He knew this is what Charlie also wanted, he wanted to live a more “freer” life with her, but he knew she wouldn’t leave their parents until maybe after college and that is still a big fat maybe.

But life had other plans for both of them and helped Charlie live that life that she and Cameron had always talked about. Unexpected and heartbreaking timing. Charlie’s life suddenly took a sharp turn and she was presented a summer of fun and independence. Whatever she wanted to do, she can. Thanks to Jhett, Cameron’s best friend.

Jhett Hudson was a tattooed, sexy, musician a la chef who wanted to be a friend to Charlie. But come on, the chemistry between those two are pretty obvious. Jhett is such a protector and I love him for always seeing to Charlie, making sure she’s safe and well-taken care of. Jhett is a fun person to be with and he compliments Charlie’s personality. He’s not without some guilt in his conscience though.

Charlie and Jhett’s friendship or relationship or whatever it was that first few weeks was something that happened so naturally and effortlessly and I am so pleased about this! I liked that even though Charlie was a Southern belle and almost naive, she knows what she wants and does not dilly dally about it. Same goes with Jhett, he’s thinking about his promise to Cameron but still not fighting his feeling for Charlie. They are fun, carefree and has their emotional moments too. I want to give them both a hug and hang out with them. Charlie is a pretty hilarious drunk. I couldn’t stop laughing at her after she drank several alcoholic drinks that would make a new cocktail in her stomach.

I loved the chemistry between them and how natural it all felt. Sarah Ashley Jones made me laugh and cry with her writing and it felt pretty effortless too.

Stars: 4 stars!

Recommended to: Readers looking for a “lighter” version of heartbreak with lots of sweet.
POV: First person. Dual POV.
Series: Yes.
Cliffhanger: Yes.
EXTRA COMMENT: That “surprise” news near the ending is a whole new heartbreak. Can’t wait to see how it turns out for them in the next book.
4 Forever Stars!
Complimentary copy provided by the author for an honest review
“You are always worth it to me.”
*happy sigh* Oh sweet love. Happy. I am happy how Sarah Ashley Jones finished Jhett and Charlie’s story. It’s realistic in the way that Charlie and Jhett mourned after what they lost in the first book. It was not easy for them during the first months but they’re still together and facing it as partners. Another thing that I loved about it. They didn’t give up on each other.
The author made a good job on giving us flashbacks too and made us experience with the characters what they’ve been through in between those times after Promise Me This ended and how their love story will finish. It was as sweet as ever and still as emotional. I absolutely loved the Epilogue, such a perfect HEA for both of them and even the rest of their families and friends!
Stars: 4 stars!
Recommended to: Readers looking for a “lighter” version of heartbreak with lots of sweet.
POV: First person. Dual POV.
Series: Yes.
Cliffhanger: No.