Temptation by Karen Ann Hopkins

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Temptation

(Temptation #1)
By:  Karen Ann Hopkins
Published:  June 26, 2012
Pub. By:  Harlequin Teen
Source:  Publisher


GR's Summary:

Your heart misleads you.
That's what my friends and family say.  

But I love Noah. 
And he loves me.  

We met and fell in love in the sleepy farming community of Meadowview, while we rode our horses together through the grassy fields and in those moments in each other's arms. 

It should be  

ROSE & NOAH  

forever, easy. 

But it won't be. 

Because he's Amish. 
And I'm not.

Lindy's Thoughts: 

Temptation was a great story!  I love reading forbidden romances, and this one caught my attention for many reasons!  I love the book cover, my interest was piqued by the main male character being Amish, and I love Harlequin!  As I began reading, I found myself getting more and more into the story.  This was not a fast-paced read, by any means, but it didn't drag either.  It had a great storyline that took all the time it needed to fully develop the characters, and the relationship between the two main characters, Rose and Noah.  I loved how the author used the dual perspectives of both of these character's to give us the whole story. 

The story starts with 16 year old Rose, her father, and her brothers, having moved into a new house in the country in Ohio.  Rose, and her brothers are not happy about this, because they have all of their friends, and memories in the city of Cincinnati, where they had lived their whole life.  Their new home is a dilapidated fixer-upper, and Rose just knows that if her mother had not died ten months ago, this move would never have taken place.  Rose's father is an E.R doctor who works crazy hours, leaving Rose, and her two brother's (Sam, who is 17, and Justin, who is 12) alone most of the time.  While settling in the first day of moving in, Rose's neighbor, and his two sons come and introduce themselves to Rose's family.  The family's interest is peaked when they learn that their neighbors are Amish, and Rose is drawn to the second eldest son Noah.  He is good-looking, and she can't help staring at him, and getting butterfly's in her stomach.  Noah is also attracted, and curious about Rose.  With his first glimpse of her, she is wrestling with her brother, soaked with mud, and not acting like the typical lady in his culture.  He also can't help noticing how beautiful she is, and has never been as fascinated by a female, as he is with her.  Right away you can feel the chemistry that Rose, and Noah share, and reading each of there first impressions of the other person, does a good job of seeing the characters clearly, and feeling their mutual interest and attraction.  From this point on, these two will fall for one another, and there will be no looking back!

I really enjoyed learning about the Amish culture while reading Temptation.  I got a lot of insight into the style of dress, courting rituals, religious services, modes of transportation, actions that are frowned upon, shunning, and the roles that men and women play in this culture.  I found it all very fascinating, and enjoy a good story where I can learn something new.  I also loved Noah, and Rose.  They were well-rounded characters, and I got a really good feel for their personalities, morals, upbringing, and background histories.  The plot was highly entertaining!  There were a lot of conflicts that Noah and Rose had to deal with, and the whole time I was connected to these character's so much that I felt like I was a part of the story.  I enjoyed the plot twists, and even though I predicted a few of them, there were also a few little surprises, and one huge surprise!  There wasn't any insta-love in this story.  Rose and Noah really got to know one another, and connected emotionally, aside from there intense chemistry, and attraction!  Noah was drawn to Rose's adventurous spirit, innocence, the way she spoke her mind, and wore her emotions.  Rose was attracted to Noah's maturity, gentlemanly ways, the way he treated her, and the person he was.  Noah came off as a bit controlling, and jealous in the story, but that did not make me dislike him in the least.  It was obvious that he was a good guy, and that a lot of his ideas originated from the Amish culture, and his upbringing.  Rose got jealous at times too, but these two were madly in love, they were inexperienced, and this was their first time being in a relationship.

I give Temptation by Karen Ann Hopkins an Addicting, and Unforgettably Tempting 4 Stars!  I recommend this story to readers that enjoy YA Contemporary Romance, reading about other culture's, and like reading about a forbidden romance!  This is such a beautiful love story, that I had trouble putting it down.  I am thrilled that I get to read Belonging (Temptation #2) next, and can't wait to see where Ms. Hopkins takes this series!!!!!  If you haven't read Temptation, I highly recommend that you check it out!!!  

My Favorite Quotes: 

"It was just an illusion, thinking that we could master our pathetic little worlds.  The forces of nature, whether they were Mom's cancer or the flood rushing by my feet, were beyond my command, and they could steal all the happiness away in a heartbeat."
~Rose (Kindle Loc 43)

"The thing I wasn't used to, though, was the way this Amish guy looking at me was affecting my body. As if it had just come out of a deep hibernation-all the fluttering and tingling vibrations that were now popping up in the center of my belly were spreading out, letting me know that I was really alive, after all the troubles of the past year."  
~Rose (Kindle Loc 105)

"I wasn't like the English boys who'd chase after her if they had the chance.  She would come to our wedding bed a virgin, even if it killed me.  Frankly, the way she kissed me back, she wasn't going to make it easy on me."  
~Noah (Kindle Loc 2040)

"I loved touching him, and I was feeling more comfortable with it.  He was my guy now, and that still amazed me.  I was astonished by the feelings I was experiencing.  They were so powerful.  Mountain-moving strength.  I wondered if everyone felt this way when they fell in love.  Yes, I had thought the L word and I knew that it was true.  I had fallen in love with this Amish boy, and I couldn't do anything about it.  He would forever own my heart."  
~Rose (Kindle Loc 2353)

"Somehow we'd make it work.  Even if it meant that I'd have to turn away from the Amish.  I would rather be with Rose and live the English way than be without her, living a lie with another woman."  
~Noah (Kindle Loc 3616)

Ria’s Thoughts 

Wow, what an amazing and different read this was.  We’ve all read about the forbidden loves that manage a way to overcome certain adversity, this is very much UNLIKE anything you have ever read.  It was for me at least!  I enjoyed all of the dialogue and description that took place in this heart-wrenching novel!  It shows us how powerful, and how vulnerable women can be at the same time.

T-urbulence, no one would understand and no one would accept their union.
E-motions, no longer able to mask, no longer able to hide. Their love apparent.
M-other, one gone, one hesitant, and one willing to risk a great deal defending what she believes is best. 
P-romise, when one loves, and loves true, promises become oaths, binding two souls.
T-ruth, once it comes out, these two will face their greatest challenge yet.
A-llure, nothing, not parents, not rules, not even death, will or can keep these two apart. 
T-emptation, always believed to be a great evil, but how could God bring these two together, if such a union were not meant to be.
I-ndignation, hurtful mean girls will not believe what is about to happen...This man will do what it takes to ensure her happiness and wellbeing. 
O-thers, will judge, and will never approve, but I have a feeling their love will over come.
N-aught, after everything these two have fought for, it would shatter my heart to bits knowing that it was all for nothing. 

This love story shows us how difficult love can be, when faced with cultural differences. I admired the family dynamic the Amish have, but love the typical English family's bickering, banter, and love.  The writing was seamless.  I remained in this world, and every turn of the page I wanted more.  Jacob and Sam were perfect brothers for Noah, and Rose!  They were instrumental in showing us just how different our worlds are...I know I would simply die w/o my Mac, Macbook Air, iPad, iPad 4, Nook hd, Kindle fire hd, iPhone’s, iPod Classic, and my 4 generations of Nano’s...Okay I know that's a lot...I’m kind of a tech junkie...Sorry  :/ Anyhoo...That.Is.Love. For a look at a different world, read this book!!!

My Fav’s

Rose
Who doesn’t love to ride horses?  Crazy people!!  lol Jk but I love to ride so I enjoyed reading about Lady and I enjoyed her personality.  Rose is a smart, ambitious, and a beautiful girl.  A little piece of her is broken, and she feels as though Noah is the only person she could ever love.  I enjoyed her strength and her independent spirit. 

Noah
GAWJESS, protective, honest, kind, loving, loyal, faithful, devoted, commited...I can go on, trust me...Noah is the real deal.  He felt connected to Rose, and never once doubted his feelings for her.  I admired the way he cared for her so deeply, and was truly devoted. 

I’m not sure how these two will make it, but I hope they do, and I can’t wait to continue this series to find out :)

My Fav Quote

“Success is sweeter and sweeter if long delayed and gotten through many struggles and defeats.”
~Amos Bronson Alcott (Kindle Loc 4351)

My Rating

4.0 Colt, Hope, Corn Field, Buggy, Rumor, Secret note, Late night phone call, First Love, Conversion filled Stars!  For those looking for a sweet love story with a twist, I recommend this book! 



Ro's Thoughts: 

Temptation, by Karen Ann Hopkins, was phenomenal!  This is Harlequin at it's best!  I have been reading Harlequin novels since I was a teen, and they have only gotten better with time.  This is a wonderful story of forbidden love.  Noah, an Amish boy, who is gorgeous, with wavy hair, and star quality, has been brought up with strict traditions and values, which are enforced in a communal enviornment.  Noah meets Rose, a beautiful non-
Amish girl, referred to as, "English," because anyone not Amish is referred to this way.  Rose completely enthralls Noah.  He has never met a girl like her, and he wants to know everything about her.  Noah loves her spontenaity, forthrightness, beauty, and witt.  She is the complete opposite of all the Amish girls he has been brought up with, and around. 

I loved the slow build of each setting; baby steps, if you will, that aren't the norm in YA novels today.  Stick with the book, Ms. Hopkins is laying the foundation for a wonderful saga.  It made each new phase of Rose and Noah's relationship monumental.  The secret trysts they had to create in order to be together were exciting, just like new love always is.  The major difference were the hardships they had to endure in order to keep their love a secret from the prying eyes of the Amish Community.  If they got caught together, the consequences would be detrimental to Noah.  Love prevails, and just the thought of a fleeting glance was enough to get them through till the next time they were together again.  None the less, they always had to be aware of eyes falling upon them, by anyone in the community.  If they weren't careful enough, it would get back to his parents, and there would be consequences to be paid.  The shared smiles, the rides on their horses, barely touching one another, would leave them breathless, and the electricity was in the air.  These were all moments they looked forward to.   


I loved learning about the Amish history of traditions, mores, faith, values, and detailed accounts about their everyday participation in society.  Although a bit backwards at times, with their ways of living, compared to the way things are today, I felt the Amish had a great love for their family, their community, their friends, and one another.  Their loyalty was unyielding for those closest to them, especially their mates. 
Noah and Rose were wonderfully rounded characters, gorgeous, knowledgable, loving to a fault, daring at times, and clear cut about their feelings for one another.  Though Rose loved Noah, and would do anything to please him, sometimes I felt it was at the enormous cost of her own feelings and beliefs.  On the other hand, Noah loved Rose, but he was a bit unyielding, though in his thoughts, he perceived that he would do anything for Rose.  The controversy at every corner was unyielding, and I felt that Rose endured a lot of self sacrifice unnecessarily.  Sometimes, the obstacles seemed unsurmountable, and the consequences outrageous. 
As Kahlil Gibran famously said, "Love knows not its depth, until the hour of seperation."  This quote rings true, being a tough lesson that Rose has had to endure, at such a young age, with the death of her beloved mother. Rose knows that Noah is the answer to her pain, and her new beginning.  The reader has the distinct impression that Rose is broken, and needs true love to mend her heart.  

I give Temptation, by Karen Ann Hopkins, 4 longing, loving, secret new love stars!!!  Put this on your TBR.  It is worth it!  This is just the beginning of a wonderful saga.    

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About the Author:

A native of New York State, Karen Ann Hopkins now lives with her family on a farm in northern Kentucky, where her neighbors in all directions are members of a strict Amish community. Her unique perspective became the inspiration for the story of star-crossed lovers Rose and Noah. When she’s not homeschooling her kids, giving riding lessons or tending to a menagerie of horses, goats, peacocks, chickens, ducks, rabbits, dogs and cats, she is dreaming up her next romantic novel.

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Blind Obsession by Ella Frank

Blind Obsession

Ella Frank 

Pub 
April 7th 2013
Author Self Published
ARC Winner
18+ Mature Content

Gr’s Summary 

Obsession, defined as the domination of one's thoughts or feelings by a persistent idea, image or desire....

Chantel Rosenberg's passion for music and life had never shone brighter than the time she spent in Bordeaux France. It's a time when feelings arose and desires ran deep, a time that fundamentally changed her life.

A man living in seclusion, Phillipe Tibideau is haunted and plagued by memories he cannot disregard. Choosing to live a quiet life in his Chateau surrounded by the vineyards of France, he's left his passion for art behind.

However, the time has arrived to tell his side of a tale. A tale that has depicted him as a 'beautiful monster' and he's finally allowing someone close.

Close enough to ask questions. Questions he's not sure he wants to answer. Questions about her.

For up and coming journalist Gemma Harris, the pursuit of truth is what drives her and when a job of a lifetime presents itself there is nothing in the world that will stop her from taking it. Even if it does mean leaving her home for several months to stay at Chateau Tibideau, with him.

This is a story of what happens when three passionate lovers collide and the desire for truth, art and music merge.

Chateau Tibideau is a place full of unanswered questions, dark sinful desire and a beauty so hauntingly sad it will have you wondering how you will ever leave the same....

The Way I See It 

There are very few books or words that other people write or say that will stay with you forever...Blind Obsession was beyond words, hauntingly powerful, and passionate, this story will leave an imprint on your soul. Perfection, beautiful, and unrelenting perfection that will permeate within you for the rest of your existence.  This is a story that is raw and moving.  It will hypnotize you, and you will walk away a different person.

B-eauty, beyond words he is captivated by her, and she feels his soul near.
L-ove, without measure without restrain, total abandon.
I-nnocence, ethereal, his angel forever in his heart, and forever in his soul.
N-othing will ever or can ever compare to her.
D-esire, unexplainable, strange, and intense.  He will stop at nothing.

O-dious, people have made him out to be a monster.  He feels the same for himself.
B-eseechingly, to trust, to be let in, she wants him to see her.  Finally and fully.  She needs him to see her.
S-ymphony, though a stage to most, to her it's the window of her soul.
E-nsnare, doomed from the start,their hearts were meant to collide and touch.
S-ensual, her touch will always resonate on his skin, there is no escape.
S-acrifice, with her heart on the line, she lets him in, but has to walk away.
I-ndecision, forgiveness is not something that comes from one person, your heart has to learn to forgive your self.
O-palescent as the moon shines as her skin glows, he will capture his angel forever.
N-eed, to let go, to move on, to fight, to forgive, to love, and to accept. There are so many needs...I am left with want...

GAH!!!!!!!!  I LOVED THIS BOOK!  SERIOUSLY AMAZING!!!  I’ve mentioned before, that I am moved by music and art.  Perhaps its the Libra in me, perhaps I am just moved by an enchanting sonata, or the pouring of one's soul on to a canvas.  I don’t know what it is, but when there are prose, or art, or music, that is quoted, I am taken to a whole new level.  A level where I bask in the author's dedication to the words that have been chosen. Ms. Frank takes this vision and goes further.  She embeds music and art into the story!  Yep!  I said it, right there, within the pages Ms. Frank selects a Piece of music or art that is part of the story.  So thoughtful, and so moving, from your kindle all you do is click on the link and you are suddenly transformed and transported!  The feelings each note exude, from exciting allegro to a haunting adagio,come directly from my soul.  This is so much more than an erotic novel.  It is sensual, and it is vehemently raw perfection, and exceptional emotion.  I cannot recommend this enough!  I can not, and will not give anything away...pick up this book.  Open yourself to this beautiful perfection.  Make it yours! 

My Fav’s 

Chantel 
Beautiful, full of life, and passion.  One can’t help but love her. Chantel has faced and overcome so much adversary, that her soul shines.  Nothing will, or can stop this firecracker!  Chantel transcends her soul, and is an unstoppable force.

Gemma 
Is strong and independent, and a woman who knows what she wants, and the path she will take to get there. Stumbling through confusion won't stop Gemma.  She is resilient.  She does what it takes and suffers through the necessary pain, to complete her task.

Phillipe 
AMAZING, so much passion, so broken, and so misunderstood.  I want so much for him, I want so much.

My Fav Quotes

“I’m starting to think you might be blind, Mr. Tibideau.” Kindle Loc 245

“I’ve been looking for something, something that will inspire me, Chantel. Something the world will look at and want to cry because it’s so fu**ing beautiful your body just cant help but weep.” Kindle Loc 559

“The minute he thinks about her, everything tumbles back-the desire, the pain, the soul-destroying love. It all ends the exact same way.” Kindle Loc 667

“Love looks not with the eyes but with the mind, and, therefore, is winged cupid painted blind.” Kindle Loc 816

“They merge together to harmonize in a symphony so evocative that I feel it altering my very soul with each separate movement being played.” Kindle Loc 2729

“Don’t let them make a villain out of you. Don’t let them break you.” Kindle Loc 5028

“les vrais paradis sont les paradis qu’on a perdus.” Kindle Loc 5272 translation “The true paradises are paradises we have lost”...

My Rating 

5.0 million Magnificent, Transcending, Ethereal, Solitary, Armor, Acquiesce, Rhapsody, Sacred, Deceptive, Untitled, Tattoo, Golden dress, Unattainable Love filled Stars!  This book is Raw and Deep, full of pain and agony but most of all Beauty...Blind Obsession will imprint on your soul!  Read this book...I highly highly recommend this if you are an adult who enjoys, beauty, music, and art.  Oh and passion, a passionate love story unlike any other.

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(The way Ms. Frank envisions My Fav's)

I Have to say absolute perfection! I could never find a more perfect fit for these characters I have come to LOVE.

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When post-grad Rachael Hamilton accidentally gatecrashes a pro-athlete party, she ends up face-to-face with Ryan Carter, the NFL’s most beloved quarterback.

While most girls would be thrilled to meet the attractive young millionaire, Rachael would rather spend time with books than at sporting events, and she has more important things to worry about than romance. Like her parents pressuring her to leave her unpaid publishing internship for law school. Or her brother, who’s obliviously dating Rachael’s high school bully. Or that same high school’s upcoming reunion. 

Still, when Ryan’s rookie teammate attaches himself to Rachael, she ends up cohosting Friday night dinners for half a dozen football players.

Over pancake brunches, charity galas, and Alexander the Great Rachael realizes all the judgments she’d made about Ryan are wrong. But how can a Midwestern Irish-Catholic jock with commitment problems and an artsy, gun-shy Jewish New Englander ever forge a partnership? Rachael must let down her barriers if she wants real love–even if that opens her up to pain that could send her back into her emotional shell forever.

What Made Me Swoon:

"One hand cupped my cheek, the other warm on the small of my back.  Dark black night pushed away the sky blue of his eyes.  I lifted my lips that last half-inch between us and pressed them against his.  For a heartbeat, the kiss was soft and tender, newly born.  I could feel his heartbeat under my hand, could feel my pulse leaping in my throat.  I opened my eyes to feel Ryan gazing at me with the heat of blue flames.  Then he groaned, the sound ragged with need, and deepened the kiss.  His hand curled around my waist, pulling me flush against his body.  Every soft curve of mine matched up with hard strength.  I sighed into his mouth, heady with longing."  (EARC LOC, 2486)

          (This scene goes on for 5 pages, and let me tell you, it get's really hot!!!) 

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Blog Tour Arouse by Nina Lane

Arouse (Spiral of Bliss #1) 

Nina Lane 

Pub
Dec 24th 2012
by Snow Queen Publishing
ARC for review
17+ Mature Content

Gr’s Summary


"One day I'm going to touch you in a thousand different ways and show you how to touch me," he said.
And he did.
Struggling with a tormented past, undergraduate Olivia Winter once led a practical but isolated life. Then she met Professor Dean West, a brilliant scholar of medieval history who melted Liv's inhibitions and taught her the meaning of both love and erotic pleasure. But after three years of a blissful, lusty marriage, Liv and Dean now face a crisis that threatens everything they believe about each other...and sex might not be enough to save them.

The Way I See It

Arouse was a very sexy, fun, and intriguing read.  I zipped right through it, curious as to what would happen next.  I enjoyed the several different things Ms. Lane did.  Most of the story is in Liv’s POV, but we also get Dean’s POV, and it's perfect.  Also, when its time to get a “back story,” it's more than that.  Ms. Lane takes us back in time to show us all of the raw emotions, and the events that brought our dear Olivia and Dean together.  I enjoyed the different tempos of this wonderful novel!  I also really, really enjoyed the side characters!  Kelsey was a breath of fresh air, snarky and sexy!  There are a couple of things that happen that are shocking and pretty hard to deal with, but life is shocking and hard to deal with.  I recommend this book for a dramatic entertaining read that shows us even perfection isn’t always perfect.



A-rmor, Liv has never let anyone near, she has always been guarded.  Until she meets her knight, that will slay all of the monsters.

R-evelations, secrets and betrayals, of both past and present have a painful way of surfacing.

O-ath, promises made, to never lie, to never betray, it seems these dark forces are trying to destroy what once was a perfect union.

U-ncertainty, in themselves, in each other, in everything that surounds them.  Rifts will form between the powerful love and trust that was once there.

S-urpass, the nightmares the betrayals these two know. They are meant for each other.  Will they have enough love to overcome these difficult times?

E-lation, the thing that has kept them apart, may be the thing it takes to realize their deepest and truest feelings for one and other.



I really, really enjoyed getting to know all of these wonderful characters!  Love is one of the most amazing and beautiful feelings we get to share, and Arouse shows that everything requires work.  There isn’t a cliff hanger ending, but I’m at the edge of my seat waiting for the next book in this series!!  GAH!!  SO.SEXY.  Sexy and sultry.  I highly recommend this book for a great read ;)

My Fav’s 

Liv (Olivia)

I love her because she isn’t perfect.  Amazing, yes. Perfect, no.  She had a crummy past, but this didn’t affect her heart, or capacity to love.  She loves Dean with every ounce of her being, sure she makes mistakes...Isn’t that one of the things that make us human?  I love that she is real, beautiful, but still real!!  I must say, I have a wish for her!  Though, Dean is her protector and partner...I kinda want her to break out, ya know?  Liv is beautiful and smart.  I want her to roll up her sleeves and... Be all like... "Alright Bee-yotches!  Time to Get’er done;)"  *fingers crossed*


Dean

Gah!!  I Love NERDS (I kinda am one)!!  Lol!!  I’m usually the oddball that geeks out talking Star Trek, Star Wars and comics.  I’m a Marvel girl, but DC gave me Superman, so they’re cool too ;)  Mad love for the sexy nerds, that have no clue just how sexy they are!!  lol!!  To each is own, right?  Dean is different than most sexy lead guys...He brings something different, a certain quirkiness with passion, and protection...It's nice *le sigh* My heart breaks for him, and there are times I want to slap him, and times I want to jump him *spider monkey style* but those feelings are normal right? ;)  These two are perfect for each other 

*fist pump* *pom pom’s out* *I <3 Dean+Liv*

My Rating 

4.0 String Figures, Medieval Knights, Unlocking Keys, Villainous Plants, Forbidden Kiss, Men's Locker room, Perpetual Love filled Stars!  If you're looking for a sexy, steamy, fun, well-written read...This is a good pick for you!

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About the Author 

Nina Lane is a multi-published author of elegant, romantic and often raunchy erotica. Her recent release AROUSE is the first book in the Spiral of Bliss series, and her novel THE EROTIC DARK is a #1 Amazon erotica bestseller.

Nina used to write novels under the name Natasha Rostova and has published stories in anthologies such as “Best Women’s Erotica” and “Erotic Travel Tales.”  Her work has been translated into both German and Japanese.  In addition to writing, she's an avid reader who loves popcorn and has recently joined a workout boot-camp that is kicking her rear end.

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Cover Reveal: Destined to Succeed by Lisa Harley

Title 

DESTINED TO SUCCEED 

Author 

LISA HARLEY

Expected Release

June 9, 2013

Synopsis

What would you do if what you worked your entire life to build was suddenly destroyed?
Cade Walker is a cowboy Casanova. He’s cocky and he doesn’t care who knows it. He was raised on Walker Ranch and was destined to one day take it over. What he didn’t know was how soon that would happen. After his parents are killed in a car accident he is thrust into becoming a responsible adult. Well, sort of. Cade is always responsible when it comes to business, but pleasure, now that’s a whole other story.
 

Suzanna Mallory is a red-headed spitfire, who also happens to be Cade’s best friend. She has loved Cade since they met when they were nine years old, but Cade just isn’t the type to get married and settle down. Suzanna finds herself in an abusive marriage and the only thing that keeps her sane is her daughter, Isabella, and working with Cade at Walker Ranch.  When a fire threatens to destroy the future of Walker Ranch, Cade and Suzanna have to work together to save it.
 

What will this mean for her marriage or to the feelings that she has for Cade?
 

And now that Cade thought he found love with Loralei Harper, only to realize she didn’t feel the same way, is he ready to settle down?
 

Is Cade Walker Destined to Succeed?

Destined to Succeed Excerpt

  Cade walked up behind me and pulled my hand with the shot glass up to his mouth. He had me press it to his lips as he slammed it back. He was standing so close to me. His chest was pressed against my shoulder.
  “You havin’ a party without me, hon?” I could feel his breath against my neck.
“A party just ain’t a party without Cade Walker, right?” I was trying to be funny, but my voice was shaky because he was just too close for me to think straight. He gently turned me around to face him. I felt his finger under my chin as he tilted my head up to look at him. His eyes were smoldering and this might have been the shots talking, but he was totally kissing me with those eyes.

Author Bio

I grew up in a really small town in Missouri. Very similar to the fictional town I wrote about in my novel. I moved to the big city right after I graduated. I work full-time and I am mom to a beautiful little girl. I started writing in October when a group I am in had a prologue contest. I didn't win the contest, but everyone who read my prologue asked for more of my story. I decided I had to finish it and get these characters that were in my head out on paper. During the writing process it became clear that this was going to be more than one novel. It had to be a series. I have at least 2 more novels planned for the Destined Series. I also have an idea for a YA novel that stems from one of the characters in Destined to Change...hint, hint. When I was asked to write this bio I explained that I am really boring and it would be really short...so, that's about all there is to know about me. I love music and honestly couldn't have written this book without my Spotify playlist. I am kinda obsessed with frogs (not real ones) and office supplies are my downfall! I could spend my whole paycheck at the stationery store...boring, didn't I already say that? lol Also, I am slightly addicted to Facebook and Voxer. Please message me on either one...I would love to hear from all of you.

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