A first for Kristen Ashley, and hope for more to come in the future, this anthology is a wonderful treat for both long-time fans and new readers alike. Jam packed with so much goodness, Loose Ends was the perfect combination of short stories and longer length novellas that had me excited to revisit past loves as well as eager to experience the "happily-ever-afters" of some beloved secondary characters.
Within the pages of one of the most epic and emotionally charged romances I've ever read, At Peace,
lives an extraordinary hero named Anthony Joseph Callihan. My love for
Joe, as well as his woman Violet, is immeasurable. So I was thrilled
beyond belief to savor more from their world. Older, but no less growly,
sexy and swoon-worthy, we see a glimpse into Joe's everyday life and
his ornery, chaotic brood. Not to mention the zany, off-the-wall Ryker
popped in to make an unforgettable appearance, and his hilarity had me
in stitches. No Clue was a sweet little story that had me falling in love with the Callihans all over again.
The Stars Aligned ~ 5++ Stars.
The Stars Aligned was the heart and soul of this anthology for me. Since first reading Heaven and Hell,
and with every re-read following, my longing for Hap and Luci's story
intensified. After years of hoping and obsessing, my wish has finally
come true. It was A-Freaking-Mazing and definitely worth the wait.
Years
after tragically losing her husband, Travis, Luciana Gordon is ready to
love again. So many obstacles lie in her way, but the biggest hurdle is
the man she's falling for ~ George "Hap" Cunningham. Hap's not only her
dear friend but also Travis' buddy. Luci has an incredible feat before
her in convincing Hap to take a chance at a relationship. Ghosts from
the past and pressure from others complicate their situation even
further.
All
this had my emotions in a whirlwind. However, I did not doubt for one
moment that Ashley would get me through this intense story, as she is
the queen of second chance romances. In the end, their journey was
profoundly beautiful.
I
loved Luci (pun intended) as her character oozed incredible strength.
As I imagined, Hap was a tough nut to crack. His stubbornness in
thwarting all of Luci's charms and denying his true feelings had me all
edgy, but I understood his intentions. Hap loves Gordo, considers him a
brother, and anything other than a friendship with his widow would be a
betrayal. But Luci's determination and courage shines through as she
guides them both beyond grief and mourning. And Hap...sigh...he was
incredibly sexy, loving, and sweet. He proved to be the perfect hero
totally devoted to Luci as he overcomes his struggles.
I
adored seeing Sam, Kia, and all of the H&H gang, especially the
gruff and grumpy Skip. He truly stepped up as the voice of reason when
it came to Hap and Luci's relationship by making one heck of a heartfelt
speech that was amazingly touching. Also excited to see a cameo from a
character in the Magdalene series which I hope will one day have
his own story. All in all, The Stars Aligned was everything I ever
wished for when came to this couple.
It's back to cabin 11 with the overly sexy Deacon and his woman, Cassie from the Unfinished Heroes series. I loved catching up with this couple, seeing the family they built and the tender love they share.
More Than Everything ~ 3.5 Stars
Maddox, Diesel, and Molly who debuted in The Greatest Risk
(Book 3 of the Honey Series) are an unconventional trio. In all
honesty, MMF romances are not my usual cup of tea, but these characters
and their dynamic relationship had a way of easily earning my
affections. Super kinky, all together or paired off, they were hot.
However, there were times I did feel pushed out of my comfort zone.
Regardless, I enjoyed this threesome as they dealt with all of their
struggles. The love and support Mad, D and Mol shared were sincere, as
each worked hard towards the happily ever after they most certainly
deserved. A huge bonus with this novella was meeting Rebel ~ Diesel's
sister and Rush's (Chaos) love interest. I LOVE IT when KA weaves in
characters from different series!
Tell Me What You Want ~ 4.5 stars
A fantastical standalone so cute and sugary sweet that I truly enjoyed. I would love to see more of this couples' story.
Rock Chick Renewal ~ 5 Stars
What
a wonderful short story! The dedication alone had me all sniffling and
misty-eyed. Revisiting all the Rock Chicks and their Hot Bunch men was
like coming home from a long journey. It had me seriously craving for a
series re-read. This time, it's all about Tod and Stevie, and I relished
spending time with them. A feel-good story that left me overjoyed and
smiling.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this publication
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