Summer Must Read That Will Leaving You Begging For More!
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O.M.G....  If I could leave 6 stars I would.
The Society will leave you on the edge of your seat as you watch Huntley's life somewhat fall apart.
Was her entire upbringing a lie? Will she ever get to confront her mother's murderer? If you were left with these questions after the first 2 Spy Girl novels than you HAVE to read the Society!
Jillian Dodd will keep you on your toes from page 1 until done!
A Summer MUST READ!
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Great summer read! I really enjoyed reading this book! I cant wait for the next one in the series! Maid for the Billionaire fell into my lap while looking for something to download before a day at the pool and, I'm really glad it did!
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I received an ARC of this book and all opinions are my own.

This book had me hooked from the first page to the last. I didn't want it to end! Kristen Mae's writing is intense, thought-provoking and incredibly entertaining! I've followed her blog for a few years now and am so glad to see her branching out to writing novels, and I hope this isn't the last! Hazel and Claire are two sexy chicks and the story Kristen weaves is the PERFECT summertime read!!
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Summers mom left when she was young leaving her dad to raise her. After losing her dad to cancer, Summer is now on her own and relies on her best friends to help her through the good time and bad times. Summer pours her heart into teaching art that helps children.

Ian is Summers best friend. He has been there for Summer since childhood. He has been in love with Summer for the longest time but has never told her as he didn't want to scare her and lose their friendship. Each time Summer needs a friend, a shoulder to lean on or just a cuddle, Ian is there with open arms.

This story will pull at your heart strings. You will laugh, cry, and love the characters as you connect with them emotionally. You can feel Summers love, loss and struggles while feeling Ians love, heartache and struggle to tell Summer how he feels.

I wasn't too sure about the alternating chapters from todays time to childhood time however the more I read the more I liked how the chapters of past gave you information and a peek into the history of Summer and Ian. The story drew you in from the beginning and captured you all the way to the end.

I recommend this emotional, heartfelt and exceptional book!

*Thank you to the author for providing me with an eARC in exchange for a honest review*
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What a fantastic summer read!  A great book to get lost in while sitting on the beach this summer!  The characters felt so familiar and realistic it was easy to connect with them. In short, the book delivers a wide array of family drama and brilliant imagery that makes you feel like you are on the Cape with the Herington's! The book will pull at your heartstrings and make you chuckle and definitely one that I will recommend.
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Hot Atlantean guardians with psychic powers seeking SHF (single human females) for mind-blowing sex and midnight trysts at the beach.  Must be passionate, open-minded, and strong swimmer...

This story is an emotional roller coaster ride--intensely passionate sex combined with a poignant romance, a gorgeous man whose psychic abilities make him the perfect lover, and a heroine with the courage to leave everything behind for love.

A fantastic summer read--I can hardly wait for the next installment!
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Forged of Fire was so amazing. I could not put it down once I picked it up. This is a definite summer must read. If you haven't yet read Stacy Von Haegert yet I highly recommend you start with this one. You will not be sorry.
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Literally could not stop reading this book I loved it so much. It's summer, so I actually just read it for fun and not schoolwork! That's proof in itself that u should defiantly buy this book
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Inspiring tale of sisterhood and first loves, a must read for the summer
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Oh friends. Be jealous. Be veeeerry jealous.  I just finished reading my favorite book of 2016, and even more important, my favorite book ever written by author Jillian Neal. Those of you that have read her previous Realm and Gypsy Beach series, know that this is quite the proclamation for me to make but I say this with whole- hearted truth: Rodeo Summer freaking ROCKED!

We were first introduced to Brock Camdens cousin, Austin, in Coincidental Cowgirl. Rodeo Summer is Austins story and boy-oh-boy is it a story to read. Austin is a pro bull rider, so need I say more? Chiseled, ruggedly handsome, charmingly cocky, and a gentleman to boot.  Then in walks ex- barrel racing champ Summer Sanchez. Summer, along with  her little boy JJ, quickly steal Austins heart and soul, giving him a glimpse into the future that hes always dreamed of having. Standing in the way of this HEA, is a colorful cast of characters that add depth and intrigue to this thoroughly  romantic (*read* HOT!) tale.

I refuse to offer spoilers in my reviews, so lets just say that Austin and Summer are a match made in bookie heaven. Her sassy, stubborn, devotion are a perfect match to his manly, slightly chauvinistic, yet completely endearing ways. They literally jumped out of the pages upon their first meeting, and the pairing only got stronger as the pages read on.  It was around the 60% mark when their  insanely HOT relationship took a turn. Not only did we get to witness their devotion to each other, but we also got to see them come together as a partnership, fighting for the one thing that means the most to both of them JJ. Heart wrenching!! Perhaps one of my favorite parts of this entire book though,  was the gentle spirit of Austins friend Max, guiding the steps of this fated pair.

Book drunk that is me, right now. A bittersweet, yet amazing feeling that only happens occasionally at the hands of a masterful writer. Go friends- pick up this book, and prepare to get lost in a world of luscious cowboys, familial charm, and a huge heap of dang-good story telling!
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Such a great summer read! Equal parts joy, sadness, shock and awe! Really enjoyed both the Practice Room and Sneaker Wave! Hoping there's another one soon?????
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I couldn't put this book down. By far it is the perfect summer read. I love it so much I've been gifting it to all my friends especially those that need a timeout from serial relationships! Everyone needs to read this book to see the author's perspective, be reminded of their own journey and most importantly...get a glimpse of the new dating world.
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4.5 STARS

Summer Stoltz has always had a crush on her step brother Kevin. Even before her mum died and her dad married his mum, making them family. Kevin is a man-whore extraordinaire. People call him the six month boyfriend, though hes likely to stray well before the six monthly mark. It doesnt matter to Summer. None of it matters because after one night together, shes convinced that shes the one. His game changer.

Three months later Summer is off to the same College Kevin attends, hoping that their time has come. Only to be crushed yet again.

It isn't long until Summer is literally bumping into one of Kevins frat brothers, the anti-stepbrother, Caden. Tattooed, arrogant, brutally honest, popular and gorgeous. Even though their initial first meeting was less than pleasant, a few more chance encounters lead to a tentative friendship which only continues to blossom. Much to everyones shock.

So what happens when Summer starts spending more and more time with Caden, which then leads to confusion and feeling conflicted about her feelings for Kevin? And what will Kevin think of her new friendship with Caden?

Ive read my fair share of Tijans books and I think out of all of them, Summer is not only my favourite heroine but one of my favourite characters too. She oozed desperation in regard to her feelings for Kevin. She was very naive. She was smart, yet kept putting herself in situations that left her vulnerable with her step brother. I wanted to slap her, yet I really felt for her. And most of all, she was awkward as hell. I absolutely loved her! She had me laughing out loud many times. And Caden? Man, is he so much more than that synopsis gives us a glimpse of. Book boyfriend perfection.

If you know Tijan, then you know you're in for a no nonsense kind of book. I think thats why I get so much enjoyment from them. I don't give a damn about the scenery or what other unnecessary details are, because she creates these characters and stories that you become so freaking addicted to! The connection to these characters is instant, the secondary characters included. This is a stand alone, as far as Im aware. But Id love to read more about Colten!!

Honestly, if you're a fan of Tijan then you're going to simply devour this! If youve yet to pick up any of her books, then Anti-Stepbrother is a great place to start.
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This was a great summer read!!  Couldn't put it down!
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After falling in love with Amy and Roger's Epic Detour last year, I've been anxiously awaiting Second Chance Summer and am over the moon that it managed to exceed my expectations. I'm in awe at how connected I was to the characters and felt every single emotion they were feeling. I cried too many tears while reading this book, during moments that probably didn't even warrant them, and was blown away by the depth Matson created with her layered stories and complicated characters. This is one of my favourite books this year, so I sincerely hope you enjoy it just as much!

Taylor Edwards and her family decide to spend the summer at their lake house together for the very last time. Her father has terminal pancreatic cancer and is predicted to have only 3 more months left to live. The once healthy and fit owner of a law firm is now slowly deteriorating before their eyes, but refuses to let them see his weakness, even though it's a futile effort. Taylor and her father have a very close relationship, a bond that you know will tear your heart out once its gone. Her siblings both have their own stories to tell in Lake Phoenix, from making new friends to falling in love, and the connection Matson forms between us all is immensely strong. She gets us so involved with the story that its impossible not to crash when the storm hits and every single one of them is affected.

The second main storyline in Second Chance Summer is Taylor's damaged relationships with her first love, Henry Crosby, and old best friend, Lucy Marino. They happen to meet up again this summer but the two are hostile, hurt and unforgiving of something Taylor did five years ago. What could it be? This question plagues us for the majority of the novel, slowly answering itself through suspenseful flashbacks and snippets of conversations, during which Taylor makes the effort to mend things between them. I loved the many steps forward and backwards we took to get from Point A to B, seeing relationships slowly change and heal, despite the immense toll it put on my heart. This is an emotional book that really rises above others through its characters and story; the depth I was talking about before. I can't even put into words how breathtaking these relationships were!

My heart stills thuds madly as I think back to the hurt, love and frustration this book made me feel. Matson truly brings us to the highest of highs and lowest of lows, all in the span of this one book. We experience every romance, every heartbreak, every friendship and every betrayal. I keep saying it but these characters have so much depth, which adds to the story's power infinitely. We truly care about what happens to them and are basically living within their bodies, feeling everything they are. It's crazy. Matson, what are you doing to me?!

There are numerous story lines in this book that demand to be paid attention to but Matson manages to balance them all PERFECTLY. I smiled and cried a lot while reading this, so have some emergency supplies on hand. I will never forget the final few chapters of this book - heartbreakingly beautiful and, hands down, one of the best endings ever. If you don't shed some tears, I'm calling you heartless! Matson never fails to get our hearts jumping out of our chests with these realistic characters of hers. Second Chance Summer is pretty much flawless and one of the best contemporaries I've ever read, so please put it at the top of your TBR pile immediately!
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I received an ARC for an honest review. Wow. I just love this author! This is the second book I've read by her and she really knows how to grab you and keep you riveted to the story. This is a story about Blue Moon Bend in upstate NY, a kind of hippie farming community. The Pierce family has had a farm there for a long time and for several years the oldest brother, Carter Pierce, has enhanced and enlarged the production on the property now called Pierce Acres. A Manhattan magazine called Indulgence is going to do a large spread on the gentleman farmer and the rise in organic farming and the writer, Summer Lentz will be staying with Carter on his farm for a week conducting interviews and learning about the farm while participating. Carter would much prefer not to do this but agreed reluctantly and finds himself captivated by Summer. She finds herself captivated by him, by his family, by the farm, the animals, the town, the towns, the sense of community, wow, just about everything! So much so that she is in a quandary about what she really wants, what she should want, what she's worked for, what she should work for, what she deserves. I could go on.... Summer will find out what's really important, eventually. You really need to read the book. The Pierce brothers are hot and since this is book 1, we know there are at least 2 more books coming!!!
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Ugh this is so amazing!  I love hearing about Sasha's summer and what she did!  I can't wait for the next installments!