I'm really loving this family.
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Lessons Learned is book two in The Gifted Realm series by Jillian Neal.  I think in the first book I was getting to know this family but now, by the end of this second book, I have become invested, attached, and grown to love them.  I feel their pain, frustrations, fear, anger and love.  The title is so perfect as there are many lessons learned in this book as Rainer and Emily are transitioning from childhood to adulthood.

Rainer and Emily along with Logan and Adeline are living in their own home but they are still adjusting to being adults.  It has only really been a few weeks since they started their jobs.  Rainer and Emily are targets wherever they go of the paparazzi due to the fact that Rainers deceased father was a Crown Governor before he was assassinated and that Rainer was raised by Emilys family, The Haydenshires.  Mr. Haydenshire is a Governor and as a result, his family is also high profile.

There isn't a place Rainer and Emily can go where they are not chased, photographed or yelled at with questions.  During a couple of different times in public places, Rainer and Emily let their passion get the best of them and made some poor decisions which put her family in a bad light and her father in a rage.

At the same time, Mr. Haydenshire is making some very important decisions that will not only impact his life but that of his entire family.  Mrs. Haydenshire has some life changing news as well.

At the same time as all of this, the evils that plague their world are hard at work.  Rainers good for nothing uncle is taking Rainer to court and trying to get half of his inheritance that he came in to when he turned 21.  His uncles lawyer will stop at nothing to paint Rainer and Emily in a bad way to prove that he cant handle such a sizeable sum of money.

The Interfeci which is the organized crime syndicate of The Gifted Realm also wants to hurt the Haydenshires.  They want power and will kill whoever is in their way.

As I said before, I have become invested in this family.  There are so many story lines going on.  With Rainer and Emily, Logan and Adeline, many of Emilys other brothers, and Rainer and Logans boss, Dan Vindico.  Jillian Neal certainly can write the steamy scenes perfectly and I love that.  But there are also some intense scenes as well that had me gripping my e-reader.

During the course of this book, I think we see Emily and Rainer fully take the final step from childhood to adulthood and they make that step with plenty riding on their shoulders.  But one thing that is a constant and has been since they were eight years old when Emily first asked Rainer to give her her first kiss is that their love is strong and Rainers devotion to Emily is iron clad.

I just want to stay with you.  She clung to him.
With you, is my favorite place to be, Em.

I cant wait to start book three, Every Action, to see what is in store next for the Haydenshires as the Interfeci increase their efforts to take out the family standing in their way of gaining power over The Gifted Realm.
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This is such a great show. I love how they showcase the family's faith without belittling or downplaying it.
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I am loving this series. I remain invested in the characters and am awaiting the third book to see what befalls this family next!
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Like seasons 1 and 2, season 3 continues the struggles of the Salinger family and Kristen, Sarah, Griffin, and Justin.  It seems like every episode is gripping.  I never feel like the writing is ever flat or the stories don't make any sense.  It always feels like a progression, and there are always surprises. Just when I'm sure on where a character is going, something crazy happens and I'm left wondering "Whoa!! what's next?".  I literally feel like I'm a part of this family.  Matthew Fox is a first class actor, so are Scott Wolf, Nev Campbell, Jennifer Love Hewitt, and Paula Devicq (Kristen).  There's probably only one storyline I didn't care for the outcome.  I won't give away the details, but it's with Scott Wolf.  Having seen the episodes after that storyline arched, I understand where the direction was headed, but maybe because I'm so invested in these characters and have lived some of their storylines, I know if I were Bailey's kin I would have ensured a different outcome.  But that just goes to show you how attached one can become to this family.
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I love this series and this family. I was sad when I thought the series was over but ecstatic when the missing family filled in.
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What I love  about this series is the family dynamics.  The magic just amplifies the fun.  I always leave wanting more.
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I really enjoy this program, it deals with issues that every family can relate to.
I can't wait for season 5 to begin.
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I know the family and this is an amazing portrayal of a beautiful family.
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Funny , crazy, extravagant, and loving. Reminds me so much of my family, not the money part but all the family drama. Hope there's a part 2!!!!!!!!!
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God I love this family! Their presence screams confidence but besides the smirks they don't act pretentious. Rian is so afraid to allow someone into her life again & Pierce just wanted to best her but they find out that two people can be drawn together & become better together. Marley loves her sister & wants her to be happy and let go of her guilt. Cant wait to see what happens next for Marley.
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Even though I know what to expect, I love to read about these deeply devoted families.  I like to immerse myself in the love and the fantasy and for a little while a least become one of them. :)
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It is my 2nd favorite of the series, a lot going on. I love the families and their stories.
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I've been getting so many compliments from fellow Queensland parents. It's a great way to feel apart of this breeds family. Plus it makes me smile every time I see it
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Well done, and already seeing a difference in my family. There is a lightness to our home again. I look forward to moving forward as a positive parent.
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My family and I love Married with Children!! I plan to have the whole collection!
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I am so in love with the characters in this book. When you feel like you're part of the family and don't want to say goodbye, you know you have a good book.
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This family is packed full of passion and love.  Not a love and pursuit of the american dream that so many people chase today; but for their family especially their children.  This is a dvd that is worth, not just purchasing; but investing in.  You can and should watch this and continue to have this inspiration right at your finger tips.  I loved viewing this video and will watch it many times.  This family has such a sense of humility that my heart just smiled.  What a wonderful Godly family.  Thank you!!!!