NEVER BEEN READY
By J.L.
Berg
Adult
Contemporary Romance
Released
February 4, 2014
Leah
Morgan was done with men. After barely surviving a horrendous
childhood, and a boyfriend who bailed when things got rough, Leah had
given up on love. Then she met him, Hollywood’s new golden boy who
suddenly had eyes only for her. She tried to convince herself that
one night couldn’t hurt, but after six months, the memories of his
mesmerizing gaze and searing touch still invaded her every thought.
Declan
James had just one rule when it came to women. Keep it simple, and
never linger. That all changed the moment he met Leah. Even across
a crowded bar, he could tell she was different. Sweet, with just the
right amount of sass, she made him break his golden rule and now he
couldn’t walk away.
When
casual becomes anything but, and emotions run deep, will Leah and
Declan fight their fears, or let old insecurities destroy their one
chance to discover true happiness? When Declan’s past comes
roaring back in a way neither of them could have expected, will they
stand united or be torn apart by the challenges that lie ahead?
It
was only supposed to be one night, but only forever will do.
Review Rating: 4 LIGHTNING BOLTS
This time around, we get Leah and Declan's story. Leah is Clare's best friend. (Clare is the heroine from the first book) I absolutely adore Leah. She's blunt....and boy do I meant blunt, but she's sweet, caring and she gives with all of her heart. She has a hidden pain from her past that she doesn't let on to many people about at all. Her friendship with Clare reminds me of me and my best friends- the honesty, the way they pick on each other but when it comes down to it, they have each other's backs. Leah and Declan have had a hands on relationship the past few months- meaning they have their hands on each other but they leave their hearts out of it.
Or do they?
Declan....He can be such a pain in the butt. He can be crude. But there really is a softer side to him when he decides to show someone he cares. I loved finding that side out as his heart gives into what it wants- falling for Leah.
The story didn't pull me in immediately as the first one did. This one had a slower build, but when that pull happened, BOOM! I couldn't stop! There were plenty of emotions, HOT love scenes and a few surprises I didn't see coming. It was great to have updates with Clare and Logan, oh and of course Maddie. There's even some foreshadowing of things to come and I can't wait!
About
the Author
J.L.
Berg is a California native living in the South. She's married to her
high school sweetheart and they have two beautiful girls that drive
them batty on a daily basis. When she's not writing, you can find her
with her nose stuck in a romance book, in a yoga studio or devouring
anything chocolate. J.L. Berg is represented by Jill Marsal of Marsal
Lyon Literary Agency, LLC.
Twitter:
@authorjlberg ; https://twitter.com/authorjlberg
Goodreads:
www.goodreads.com/authorjlberg
I'm so glad you are enjoying this series. :) Thank you for reviewing.
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