Find your love in the future...
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Star Kissed reminded me a lot of Anne McCaffrey's novels that were set in space. Full of detail, you go on a whirl wind ride learning about the future of Earth with Mandy. It's a really good read!
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How do you plan a future when your present is full of chemo, tests, transplants and hospitals?  How do you let love in from an handsome man, when you feel cancer is tattooed on your forehead?  When do you tell this man that loves you and you have fallen in love with him, that you may not have a future?  These are the questions that Aundrea had to answer.

Going to Mayo in the city that her sister lives in was an easy choice for her parents to make.  Even though Aundrea is 21, she has been battling cancer since she was a teenager.  It was hard for her parents to let go of the control over her medical decisions, but living with her sister now will help give her more independence. During a night of drinking and dancing with her best friend, she meets Parker who is absolutely HOT.  OK I admit it, Parker is now in my top ten fictional boyfriend list.

As the story goes we see Parker and Aundrea uniting into a friendship/relationship but she always keeps him just far enough away so he won't learn the truth of her cancer.  We watch her worry about the wigs she wears, trying to make sure they don't slip while her and Parker are together.  The author gives us some insight at how the wig alone causes such insecurities in Aundrea, even to the point of her not making any decisions till she is sure her head will be covered and her secret protected.  Aundrea isn't trying to deceive anyone, she just wants to be seen as normal.  She wants Parker to look at her with love in his eyes not pity. She doesn't want to make a commitment to him until she knows she won't leave him as a widower due to cancer.

By the end of the book we have watched her go through losing every part of her identity from the chemo treatments.  The author lets us see the exhaustion of trying to pretend to be normal, to live a life that is unknown and to plan her activities with Parker around her treatments that leave her sick for a week at a time. She focuses on hiding her pain from her family because she wants to protect them from the hurt that she sees in their faces.  The ending of the book when the secret comes out wasn't what I expected.  I was thinking we would get more of a shocking intense moment, but it was better the way the author wrote it.  It made it real and more personal for the reader.  By the last part I was sobbing ugly tears and ready to throw my kindle across the room.  Although I am left with questions about Parker and Aundrea, I loved this book.  Having an adopted sister die from cancer I can tell you that this book is realistic, but also gave me insight that I think I was protected from when helping my sister.  The characters are well developed and the story flows easy and fast.  I couldn't put it down once I started it, not because I was waiting to see if she died, I wanted to see what was going to back her in the corner and make her confess to Parker about her cancer. I felt I already knew what his response was going to be, but I cherished how he handled it. I kept falling in love with him with every page I read.  I really recommend this book, just make sure you have some tissues handy while reading it.
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Settle in because once you start you will not be able to walk away.
You are going to find your latest best book love in this story.
Grab some tissues because you're going to go through all of your emotions as you read this saga including those that evoke tears.
More sad when you understand it is based on true events.
This is a love story on many levels but also a mystery and a tragedy and a story about hope.

Can you imagine your fears when you wake up not knowing where you are, then discover you don't even know WHO you are! Maybe figuring out you are in a hospital would be some relief, until you discover your muscles are so weak you can not stand or barely lift your arms.
The unknown woman in this story has been there for weeks, maybe months. No one there seems to know her name or what happened to put her there.

Upon awakening, the woman, who comes to be known as Freckles, is given further testing but as soon as she is better physically, the hospital sends her on her way. To where? She has no known home or friends, family, not even a real name yet.
A young hospital volunteer she has come to know offers to take her under his wing. He has a vacant house she can use until her memory returns.
Doesn't this sound like a perfect set up for a horror story?
Still, it feels like a romance.

Freckles knows she has feelings for this stranger but is determined to heal by herself. Then she meets another stranger on the path that runs behind the house she is using. Immediately sparks fly between them, but she is cautious.
What if she already has a husband and children? How can you plan a future without knowing your past? As time goes on, flashes of memory begin to trouble Freckles.

The two strangers who come into her life turn out to be brothers who have overcome their own tragic past. Is that why they are so sympathetic to Freckles?
She learns that their tragedy affected the entire town, whole families.
While she waits for her memory to return, Freckles works on healing both her physcial self, with walks and running, and continues working with a memory therapist. They feel she has a form of PTSD. She senses a personal connection to Forget-Me-Not flowers. Freckles feels her memory is agonizingly slow to return.

As a reader, I appreciated the time it took to figure things out.
I enjoyed getting to know the characters, and author Dani Hart let us know Who and What long before Freckles (previously known as Bay) has her sudden flash of return memory. But that memory return is not the end of the story!

Whether you beleive Freckles care was handled properly or if you feel you would have dealt with it differently, you will be drawn into her story and that of the brothers. I dare you not to fall for Brandt.

And Author Dani Hart, I know many of us would love to see a continuation of Grady's future!
I did receive a copy in exchange for my honest review.
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I loved this story! It made you believe that there is always someone out there, just waiting to find you and to love you. I recommend this as a wonderful read. Enjoy!
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On the surface, Dani should want for anything. She comes from a wealthy family, does well in school and has a bright future ahead of her. But not everything's as it seems. Although she's not unhappy, she wouldn't mind a change. She's tired of not being 'seen', of not being a 'normal' teenager. Until Damon transfers to her school. And he's everywhere--in her classes, in her lunch spot, in he thoughts and ultimately in her heart.

Damon is not one for relationships. He's a loner looking forward to the day he can leave his father behind to live his own life. Starting a new school in the middle of term is not exactly his idea of a good time, but meeting Dani changes all that.

Dani and Damon start an unlikely friendship that soon becomes more. But with family members making decisions in Dani and Damon's lives, will they ever have a chance to be together?

As a follower of the series, I was always curious about Dani and having her as a secondary character in the previous book only served to increase my curiosity about her. So of course, when the chance came to read her story I jumped ahead right away.

I would say that I loved this story, but I did like it a hell of a lot. My favorite element was the connection between Dani and Damon. That first part of the book where the author delves into their first meeting and their time spent as teenagers made for a fantastic read. I enjoyed all the little intricacies that came with Dani and Damon discovering their first love. The awkwardness, the flirty banter and the good-natured bickering all cemented the fact that these two had something real. It made their journey from friends to lovers all that much more enjoyable. Needless to say that their separation at the time was heartbreaking to experience. However, I couldn't wait to see what was in store for them in the future.

Fast forward to the present and we find Dani and Damon back stateside and attending the same university. And here's where things went a bit south for me. I was glad to have Dani and Damon together once again, but felt like it was too easy for them to pick up where they had left off. I understood their loyalty for each other, but found it unlikely that they did not take their time in getting back together. Fortunately, I soon came to overlook that fact and settled in to enjoy their story.

How could I not? Dani and Damon's connection continued to grow and their chemistry took a turn for the sizzling. Now that they were older and Dani was more curious about exploring that side of their relationship, each and every one of their encounters felt more potent. Sign me up, I was on for the ride!

Unfortunately, in the midst of their reunion the author decided to throw them an obstacle. In my opinion, that added conflict wasn't a necessary element for their story to be complete. Maybe if it wouldn't have been resolved so easily, I could have come to accept it. Alas, it wasn't so. In fact, I would have been content with them facing another challenge or even having a chance to explore more about Hazel's love interest.

Although this is the third book in the series, it can be read as a stand alone. However, I would recommend reading at least the previous book so you can get to know more about Dani.
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This is a truly wonderful book especially when you feel lost or alone in the dating world. It really helps you to have hope that there are people out there perfect for you and that you will find the love you deserve. I really enjoyed reading all the stories and it inspired me to go out and be my best self. Great book!
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Which is more important: a commitment to business or romantic attraction to love? Depends upon your point of view.

Goal. Focus. Win. The mantra by which Rafe Caffarelli lives his life. Handsome, sexy, and successful, he has never failed to win in his personal or professional endeavors. That is, until now. The acquisition of the Dower House to complete the estate he wants to renovate into a hotel for the uber rich has hit a snag. Would his personal attention mean continued success or will a red headed five foot five obstacle determine his first defeat?

A home. A business. A love. Was that too much to ask? Over the last few months, pretty, feisty and stubborn, Poppy Silverton was beginning to believe it was. A development company wanted to purchase the Dower House, the only home she knew. Her business was barely able to make the rent, because of the new restaurant in a neighboring town by her ex-boyfriend. The deflection of her ex-boyfriend with another woman after stealing most of her prized recipes betrayed the love she thought they had. Maybe she couldn't do anything about the boyfriend, or the recipes, but her business would improve, she vowed, and Raffaele Caffarelli would never get the Dower House. Was she spinning pipe dreams or did fate have another solution in mind?

Then they met. He was, by turns, amused, aggravated, or annoyed. She was, by turns, infuriated, agitated, or intrigued. But neither could deny the chemistry growing between them.

Were they sworn enemies or future lovers?

Could their attraction lead to a long term relationship or would long term habits tear them apart?

A light, refreshing read that made you laugh, sympathize, empathize, and root for the characters to find the best solution to find love. Melanie Milburne has produced another entertaining story.

I would recommend this book.

I received an ARC of this book for an honest review.

5/5 stars  Was the answer No or Maybe???
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When you're thirty-two, still single, and working for a company that consistently underutilizes your talents, you begin to wonder what you're doing wrong. At least that's what Claire Spencer is thinking about.

While she had always dreamed of living the writing life, Claire's position at Sassy Seniors, a travel magazine for retirees, falls short of her delusions of grandeur. Also just out of her grasp is love and a lasting relationship. While she thought she had found it with boyfriend Sawyer Clarke, his announcement that he was relocating to Tokyo with no plans to continue their relationship dashed Claire's dreams of happily ever after. Even her family life leaves a lot to be desired.

While it's bad enough feeling as if she's not living up to her full potential and that love has passed her by, it's even worse to have a best friend, Maddy, who is gorgeous, successful and to whom everything comes easily: men, jobs, glamour, money --- you name it and Maddy has it.

However, even Claire, with her insecurities and cynical attitude toward love, is vulnerable to Cupid's arrow as she finds out on a flight from New York to London where she's headed on a trip that might actually be of interest. When she meets Jack Harrison on the transatlantic flight, he seems too good to be true; however, Claire can't resist the urge to get to know him better in spite of herself.

Jack, a fellow American, who works as an attorney for a British corporation and lives in London, seems to be everything Claire has been looking for --- but does she dare hope that Jack is as good as he seems?

Alas, Jack is not perfect. For instance, he still has a girlfriend with whom he is planning to break up as soon as he returns to London. Can Claire trust her feelings and the charming Jack? Only time will tell.

As is usual in fiction and in life, the course of true love never runs smoothly. When Claire and Jack hit a few snags, you'll find yourself rooting for their eventual unification and even at times berating Claire for letting her insecurities get the better of her. But I can guarantee that the one thing you won't do is put the book down until you see how it ends.

Whitney Gaskell made her debut with PUSHING 30, and now wows us again with TRUE LOVE (AND OTHER LIES).

  --- Reviewed by Amie Taylor
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We all search for love and when I read this inspiring book it opens the heart! Another way of looking and feeling of love... Do you feel sad, or is it one of the stressed day? Just open any page and start to read... It will change your day and you will have a nice smile on your face... It's written in a very nice way that you can read it easily and can not stop reading it!
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Mid Life Love is the perfect title for Whitney Gracia Williams' new romance novel, because it depicts how our hearts not only allows us to love once in our lives but also sometimes grows even larger as we live through new experiences allowing us to love again. Please note this is a beautiful LOVE story, which will you feeling many emotions as the characters do, you will find yourself CRYING, LAUGHING, CRYING, and FALLING in LOVE again.

Claire Gracen thought she her marriage with Ryan Hayes was her true real life fairytale and everything she wanted in a man, because he also gave her two beautiful twin daughters Ashley and Caroline. Unfortunately, her dream was quickly turning into horror because she discovers her husband had been having an affair for over a year. With her world falling apart, she divorces her husband, packs her possessions and moves with her daughters from Pittsburg to San Francisco to start new life. Claire is on the brink of becoming forty years old, so she starts making changes to her new life with a new wardrobe, new workout plan, spa treatments, and frequent hair appointments.

After living in San Francisco for four years, Claire meets Jonathan Statham, could grace the cover as a Ralph Lauren male model with blue eyes, chiseled jaw line, and full-defined lips, and his only 28 years old. Claire cannot help that the age difference is significance for to stay away from him even though there is chemistry between them. However, the most important fact is he is the CEO of Statham Industries, her place of employment.

Jonathan has also had his share of heartache with his own family growing up, so he starts to share this with Claire and she begins to bring her barriers down. But the more she learns about Jonathan and the childhood nightmare he experienced to get where he is today, the walls around her heart begin to crumble.

But will all the secrets, the challenges keep them apart or bring the closer? Will Jonathan win Claire's heart? Will Jonathan's age difference be too much for Claire to handle?

While reading, you will find yourself on an emotional roller coaster experiencing many emotions like happiness, hot scenes, and funny scenes. Mid Life Love is Whitney Gracia Williams' first novel in the series, so do not be disappointed when you discover the book ends, Claire and Jonathan story is not finished. Whitney is currently writing the second book in the series, Mid Life Love: At Last, so stay tuned to find out what occurs next with Claire and Jonathan.

I rate Whitney Gracia Williams' first novel in the series, Mid Life Love - 5 HOT STARS!
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A good solid sci-fi adventure with love on the horizon.  Romance hits sooner, but love has to wait for the adventure.  Rachel didn't plan for it; that's for sure.  After all, she had a PhD, and she was just trying to get away from ...  Well, you'll see; go for it.  It's a fun way to enjoy your reading time.  I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book.
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Wow. What a great read that just points you right in the direction of all the things you need to do to get the "love flowing" in your life. I think it is easy to fall into the trap of believing that finding the "perfect relationship" is just about finding that perfect person. This book really points us in the direction of the truth -- and the reality is that the first thing we really need to do is get out of "our own way". Tess does a great job of explaining all the steps we need to take to really make sure we aren't blocking ourselves from the amazing love that is always there waiting to come our way. A great read.
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I have always believed that meeting the right person can change someone's complete future. I only hope that I'm as lucky as Sharks and will be able top find another man as wonderful as my first husband...But I'm not holding my breath. We had almost 34 years together...not all good, of course. But it's great to read a story that has a little of everything in it. Action, suspense, mystery and of course love.  And I have to have a happy ending.
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this is an ARC review given in exchange for an honest review  .
so what happens when you find yourself going to the future then present then the past.,
and what do you do when you find a grave as well as who killed the person on the grave .
and what if you saved  the one you love  but only fate  had other plans to take another in its place .
find this and much more when you buy and read this and stay tuned for book six which should come out sometime next year.
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... relationship with yourself. If you are searching for a soulmate - be a soulmate.

This book helped me to understand how can I improve relationship with myself... and thus how can I improve relationship with my partner. After this book I can use everything that come into our relationship as a opportunity to love even more and develop our relationship even further.

It was very inspiring (and funny) to observe in real life things that are described in this book. And try different approach. And I enjoyed in change.

Read this book, apply at least some of the exercises and - enjoy :)
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Adrianna is a busy career woman who has no time for love. Shes committed to her job and establishing herself and she doesnt believe she needs a man in her life. Her best friend, Isabella, disagrees emphatically!

Isabella has made it her mission in life to make sure Adrianna meets the man of her dreams. After all, she has it Adrianna is pretty and smart, and more importantly, she should be happy.

Adrianna joins some internet dating services and the results are, well, lets say interesting to say the least. Lots of requests but are they the right type of guy for her? Will she succumb to the never-ending pestering and hook up with one of these guys?

To top it off, Adriannas mother has cancer and shes tortured by the prospects of losing her. Her mother wants her to be happy too and Adrianna promises her mother that she will find the time and seek the man of her dreams.

If you love family friendly romance, then youll love this book. Its well written and moves along at a cracking pace. I know a lot of women will identify with Adrianna and will enjoy travelling this journey with her.
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Real Love is a futuristic romance set in space with alien life forms a normal part of everyday reality. Think Star Trek without the battles.  Most of the story takes place aboard a huge space transport ship, which is why I made the Star Trek analogy instead of Guardians of the Galaxy or Star Wars.

The main character has led a specifically sheltered life, and is at first overwhelmed by all the new concepts and choices surrounding her on the ship. She's never had to make her own choices or consider what she wants, but faced with sudden freedom to choose, her world begins to open to possibilities, including real love, as the title suggests.

I whipped through this story in no time, and loved every minute of it. If you like your contemporary romance with a touch of alien, grab this sweet story and be ready to smile.

I received an ARC of this book for my honest review, and I honestly loved every minute of it and will be looking for more books from this author!