But I also love Rob's character and was more than happy to see ...
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Honestly, my main reason for wanting to read this book was for the James and Penny segments. I'm so obsessed with their story. But I also love Rob's character and was more than happy to see his HEA start to play out. Really surprised to see the variety of "feelings" he has for Penny. This was a quick read and I enjoyed every word of it!
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I loved the "Racing To Love" series by Amy Gregory, and flew through the books. So when I found out there would be a new series by her, with the first book as a spin-off with Mike, Carter's brother from the RTL series, I was thrilled. Now it is not necessary to have read any of the RTL books previously, but some of the characters make cameos, so for me it was a special treat. Mike's story is completely his own. But by the end you may find yourself wanting to meet the other side of the family.

Mike's Way Back follows Mike, detective and cop extraordinaire, who has moved back to his hometown. He has this quiet strength about him that I really liked, and though he is still a cop, his alpha male side is controlled, sensitive or strong at all the right times. Plus his detective side allows him to see beyond the surface. He's been burned before, and old wounds die hard, but into his life walks Taryn, a woman to challenge him, but maybe even heal him. Taryn herself is passionate about her job, has created an exterior that has protected her over the years, but unknowingly needs someone to see past her walls and love her for who she is, letting her inner firecracker out.

I loved the pacing and interactions between Mike and Taryn. They have wonderful banter that helps open them up to each other, and beyond that the more they are with each other, even by phone or email, the clearer you can see their friendship forming, and blooming into more. Even within the limited time frame, it all felt very natural. I truly enjoyed their honesty, their genuine care and consideration of the other, their lack of game-playing, how well they worked together, the laughs they shared, and of course their chemistry (their hot chemistry).

Additionally, one of Amy Gregory's strengths in her RTL series was the great community of characters she brings to life. We're not limited to just the MCs or given some token one-dimensional secondary characters. In MWB, we once again gain some wonderful characters that I look forward to getting to know more and more. Everyone has a place in the story and it gives a lovely depth to this book.

Amy Gregory created a beautiful, sweet romance between two characters with incredible humor, heart, healing, and love. I'm so happy about the start of this new series, and I hope Mike and Taryn make appearances in the rest of the upcoming books.
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Jonathan was a character I first met in The Crack in the Lens. His steadfast support and care of Holmes makes him a very likeable character and I look forward to continuing following his own adventures.
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I really liked this character! His sense of humor and total cool thru the ordeal made me really pull for the guy at every turn. Thanx for an intelligent read.
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I enjoyed the new confident Claire and the glimpses into Shane's psyche.  Myrnin is the "bee's knees" and I was happy he was such a big part of this story.  If you've read the rest of this series, this one will not disappoint.  Keep an open mind and enjoy the character's growth.  They can't remain stagnant.
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It is 2013, and I just discovered this BBC show by searching through Acorn Media's website (a good way to find out what has been on the BBC over the years).  I am getting these DVDS through my public library here in Minnesota, but I recommend buying them to any readers of this review.  This show is the most fun program I have seen in a very long time.  Three older former cops work with a younger woman detective superintendant to solve cold cases.  Each of the characters on this show is extremely well-developed and, well, just a joy to watch in action.  I am more interested in watching this series than anything currently on TV here in the USA.  My favorite character is Brian Lane, a former alcoholic with a wonderful memory.  He also has to be on psychiatric drugs because of a chemical imbalance in his brain and some OCD tendencies.  The actor does a terrific job, making Brian's situation respectfully amusing at times and sad at others.  Well, this character is truly one of the all time best on TV.

You can't go wrong with buying this series.  It is incredibly enjoyable.
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Another great adventure from Rob, well written and entertaining.
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I love Robert Bryndza's work and his Erika Foster character. I wish though that she can find a little bit more happiness in her personal life. This book was a great read and I love how the co dependent personality was explored!
1099750
I absolutely love these characters they're so relatable. Sasha and Stephen are such an amazing couple, but Sasha is just outstanding in many ways. I love how down to earth and real this character is along with the humor throughout this series. I also really liked the supporting characters and the story line.

The only thing that I didn't care for is the constant typos and the nonstop starting of a sentence with but or and. Otherwise I would have given this book and the others in this series all 5 stars.
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Jumping ahead in time a bit, readers receive the fabulous treat of Caleb Cruise now that hes joined his Dad and friends as part of the MTF. I always thought Caleb was the coolest kid/teenager in the earlier installments and now I love him even more. When Caleb overhears a guy talking trash to a young lady named Ruby in the diner one evening, he cant help but intervene. And of course, Ruby cant help but be taken with the gorgeous man that comes to her rescue.

There was not one single thing to not love about Ruby. She was sweet, beautiful, a little shy, caring, and worked as a teacher. She and Caleb had an instant, magnetic connection between them, and Ruby also had an instant connection with Calebs younger sister - that was so sweet!

As typical with the MTF novels, there was also plenty of drama in this one centered around crime in their community. But there was also a lot of emotion that was painful and heartbreaking to witness as Caleb struggled with an incident on the job.

Laramie Briscoe has knocked it out of the park with this one, given the MTF series a fresh update now that Caleb is older, but also allowed us a peek at how our favorite characters from the earlier novels are doing now. I absolutely love this series and have loved every single book. I only hope that this isn't the end!!
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"Rob" is one of my favorite MP characters and this is a little glimpse into more of her time with JImmy & Eric. The book's scenes were hot, and I learned more about "bootblacking", Rob was significantly tormented throughout. I enjoyed it immensely.
1200010
I've been eagerly awaiting Jessie's story since we first met him as Nana's chauffeur so long ago and 'The Distance' didn't disappoint! Jessie is such an amazing character and it was wonderful to see more of him. Of course, it wouldn't be 'Firsts and Forever' if we didn't get to catch up with some of our old favorites, too! I really enjoyed the new over-arching plot developing alongside the romance. Things took a darker turn this time around, but it was perfectly balanced by Jessie and Kai.

Speaking of whom, I fell in love with Kai almost instantly. Learning his story and seeing him interact with Jessie and Nana and the whole wacky gang was wonderful. I'm sure I'm not alone when I say I wish "Cooking with Nana" was a real show! I had to put the book down at one point during that scene, I was laughing so hard!

As I've come to expect from this series, it was incredibly heartfelt and beautiful. I fall in love right alongside the main characters and we're drawn into their story, while at the same time meeting new characters and seeing the threads that will spiral out and form their stories, as well. The mystery of Zachary deepened in 'The Distance' and I can't wait to read his story. I'm sure we'll also see more of the darker plot unfolding, which I'm greatly looking forward to!
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The first book was good, the second one was much better, and this one here one is my favorite so far. Owen's growth from childhood to manhood is realistic, and his character is highly likable.

I already have the rest of the series waiting in my cell phone to be listened to. By the way, the narrator is fabulous!
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Sometimes when I read a novel, the emotions about a character that have been evoked by the author's writing make me want to slap a character. The way Ragini Werner presented her characters was so strong that it made me want to slap at least two of them to make them come to their senses -- and that's a sign of good writing. I enjoyed seeing the change in the initially mousey Maggie, but my favorite female character was Kay, who always seems to have everything together. I also enjoyed the dialogue of the gay actor Daniel, who provides some lighthearted moments throughout the novel.

Revealing Philippa is a most enjoyable read!
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I didn't expect to fall in love with this book as much as I did, but I really dove in headfirst.

Lara Jean is THE most relatable character I have ever read in my life. I feel like Jenny Han took my younger, naive, and sheltered self, turned her into a literary figure with a funner family, and with her writing magic translated with stunning accuracy every quirky thing about who I once was (still am in some ways?) in her narrative. I had so much FUN with this book; I just plowed through it, stopping only to read random parts to my boyfriend (trying to sleep, next to me) that describe me perfectly. From the playful-annoying relationship with Kitty to her semi-awkward social status at school to her frequent wardrobe styling dilemmas, I just loved her.

I had a super not-fun time for most of high school, so in a way this novel gave me a chance to rewrite that script. :) I just devoured the sequel in two days, flat. They both give me an interesting sense of nostalgia (by proxy). Had to leave my raving reviews before going to sleep! :)

I used to feel a sort of literary shame for continuing to read young adult well into my adult years, but I feel none as I tell you all I ADORE this book and its sequel.
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This book was one I stumbled across by chance, or Amazon pushing me here. Either way I decided to give it a chance and loved it. I don't read often, so when I found myself staying up well past midnight to finish this book on the first day of reading, I knew I found a good series. The main character has such great personality, and the author does a great job of helping the reader to connect deeply with his emotions. Glad I found this book with the sequel already available, because I am way too impatient to not know what happens next in Raz's  story.
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I really enjoyed this sequel!! Each character was given depth and personality.  It was so refreshing to get to know the personalities and motivation of the majority of characters included in the book. The author describes them, not in a long-drawn-out description all at once, but with time, letting us get to know them as you would get to know any new friend.  I love how Morgan has a non-judgmental point of view and allows everyone new she meets to show her who they are.  Her weakness may be that she has no filter what so ever and pretty much says what she wants, once she does draw conclusions about someone.  But this only adds to the humor of the book and there are several laugh out loud moments. Very well worth the wait!!