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Swoon #7
Steal My Heart
A road trip with some serious complications.
All bets are off when Mack unexpectedly crosses paths with his best friend’s little sister. They’re both on the way back to their small hometown.
Ash is off limits. Totally. They’re just friends, so no problem, right? Soooo wrong.
Mack can’t stop thinking about her and can’t stop wanting her.
Ash wants nothing to do with men, most certainly not grumpy Mack. Except there’s one problem. He has a new ability to set her on fire.
Things get complicated on a whole new level when Ash discovers she’s pregnant.
This friends to lovers, forbidden romance is hot, intense & swoon-worthy!
*A full-length, standalone romance.
All bets are off when Mack unexpectedly crosses paths with his best friend’s little sister. They’re both on the way back to their small hometown.
Ash is off limits. Totally. They’re just friends, so no problem, right? Soooo wrong.
Mack can’t stop thinking about her and can’t stop wanting her.
Ash wants nothing to do with men, most certainly not grumpy Mack. Except there’s one problem. He has a new ability to set her on fire.
Things get complicated on a whole new level when Ash discovers she’s pregnant.
This friends to lovers, forbidden romance is hot, intense & swoon-worthy!
*A full-length, standalone romance.
- GenresRomanceContemporary
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First published August 11, 2020
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J.H. Croix
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August 8, 2020
Slow burn to instant flame. Mack and Ash make all the right moves and leave an impact on the heart. Croix never fails to deliver temptation in a heartwarming package. Steal My Heart keeps emotion at the surface while captivating with a steamy, angst filled second chance romance. If your looking for a heartbreaker that sets the heart aflame, look no further.
August 13, 2020
He never reacted to her before so why now?
I always enjoy the books in this series and love that they can be read without the others.
In this one Ash is working her way back to Stolen Hearts Valley when she grew up. She is fed up with men and has sworn them off. She has a few gigs booked to help her get back in a round about way. Mack, her older brother's best friend, happens to be at one of her gigs and offers to give her a ride back when he found out she has been hitchhiking her way there.
Along the way Mack finds he has chemistry with Ash and when she is mad at the way he is acting and says she'll just go back to hitchhiking, he kisses her. Mack finds it hard to stay away from Ash and they agree that they are just letting it play out. When they get back to Stolen Hearts Valley , Ash wants to keep whatever is happening between them a secret and Mack wants to let her brother know about them. He complies with her wishes but wonders how long this will last or be a secret.
I love all the interaction between characters. Must read to find out why Ash swore off men and why Mack has only ever done casual
I always enjoy the books in this series and love that they can be read without the others.
In this one Ash is working her way back to Stolen Hearts Valley when she grew up. She is fed up with men and has sworn them off. She has a few gigs booked to help her get back in a round about way. Mack, her older brother's best friend, happens to be at one of her gigs and offers to give her a ride back when he found out she has been hitchhiking her way there.
Along the way Mack finds he has chemistry with Ash and when she is mad at the way he is acting and says she'll just go back to hitchhiking, he kisses her. Mack finds it hard to stay away from Ash and they agree that they are just letting it play out. When they get back to Stolen Hearts Valley , Ash wants to keep whatever is happening between them a secret and Mack wants to let her brother know about them. He complies with her wishes but wonders how long this will last or be a secret.
I love all the interaction between characters. Must read to find out why Ash swore off men and why Mack has only ever done casual
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August 10, 2020
Ash and Mack have a history. They grew up together. She is his best friends’ little sister, so when they run into each other on the other side of the country and take a road trip back to their hometown together new feelings come to light and tension builds.
Ash wanted to keep everything hidden from their friends and family, however, Mack wanted to share everything. He didn’t want to hide their relationship. But with a surprise pregnancy, how long can they really keep things secret?
I LOVED Ash and Mack. Their story was a trip. It was emotional, steamy, tension filled and captivating. Their chemistry is off the charts and you could feel the tension between them just oozing off the pages. There was a bit in the middle of the story where things kind of slowed down, however, they quickly pick back up and it is an emotional ride to the end.
Steal My Heart is a swoon worthy, emotional, best friend’s little sister romance and a MUST READ!
Ash wanted to keep everything hidden from their friends and family, however, Mack wanted to share everything. He didn’t want to hide their relationship. But with a surprise pregnancy, how long can they really keep things secret?
I LOVED Ash and Mack. Their story was a trip. It was emotional, steamy, tension filled and captivating. Their chemistry is off the charts and you could feel the tension between them just oozing off the pages. There was a bit in the middle of the story where things kind of slowed down, however, they quickly pick back up and it is an emotional ride to the end.
Steal My Heart is a swoon worthy, emotional, best friend’s little sister romance and a MUST READ!
August 11, 2020
This is the seventh book in the Swoon Series and is Ash and Mack's story. She was forbidden fruit since she was the baby sister of his best friend. Both were recovering from broken hearts. His from the loss of his sister that he was unable to rescue and her from a cheating fiance. Her heart was sealed off to love or at least that's what she kept telling herself. Fate brings them together when they're both on their journey back home. A friend with benefits plan that they tried to keep secret. This book is wonderful andd once you start reading you'll find it hard to put down. The characters are likable and have a lot of depth. The story is emotional at times, heartbreaking at others and just plain wonderful at others. Secrets don't always stay secret. Grab this book now as it's one you don't want to miss. I read a free arc via Bad Boy Update and voluntarily chose to review it.
August 13, 2020
Definitely a Swoon worthy story that I loved!!! It's tan incredible addition to the "Swoon" series and a stand alone read. I have loved all of them though. This is one is fantastic! The story in nicely developed and very well written. Love, love, love the characters and the plot! This is Mack and Ash's story is great! She is his best friend's little sister, so off limits. That doesn't work out so well. A very captivating story that keeps you flipping pages until the very end. This might be my favorite story in the series.
August 12, 2020
Mack and Ash have known each other since childhood. They meet up years later, on the other side of the country, and take a road trip together back to their hometown. Tensions build and new feelings rise to the surface. Steal My Heart is a best friends sibling romance in the Swoon series by J.H. Croix and told in the dual first-person point of view.
Mack and Ash's story is an emotionally, steamy and tension-filled trip as they made their way back home. The tension between these two makes the pages seem thicker than they are. The story slows a little bit in the middle but picks right back up again for an emotional ride to the end. As always, J.H. Croix knows how to deliver a great page-turning small town romance. All of the books in the Swoon series are swoon worthy and must read!
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August 11, 2020
Steal My Heart by JH Croix is the last in her Swoon Series. When asked which one is the best, I have to answer, the one I'm reading now. This is no exception. I loved, loved, loved this book! Ash (Ashley) Stone is finally on her way home after a couple of years of being away. Having explicit photos featuring her groom texted to her was enough to not only call off the wedding, but also make her swear to never love again. So she didn't. She ran off with a man who was a "friend with benefits." After while that got old, too, so she booked herself some singing gigs along the way and headed out. Hitchhiking. After a pretty good set, she heard a familiar voice calling her name. Mack Blair, her brother's good friend. How can that be, way out here? He was going home, too. She could ride with him. He was in no hurry so the gigs she had booked could work out.
Mack was a good guy. . . first responder, like her brother. In fact, going home to a job that Jackson was holding for him with Stolen Hearts Search and Rescue. He's been away for years, trying to recover from the death of his sister, whom he hadn't been able to rescue. It seemed simple at first: motel rooms with two beds; shared meals; hearing her sing, his favorite part. The tension built between them until nothing could stop them. It was good, so good, but both of them denied that anything was happening. Finally arriving at Stolen Hearts Lodge, they kept their relationship a secret, or so they naively thought, allowing their passion to rise to the surface, only a night when Mack snuck over to Ash's cabin, or so he thought. Then everything started to happen, and it happened fast. People noticed. Things were discovered. What a fabulous story. Read it for yourself. Steal My Heart is the last of the series and sooo worth waiting for. I loved it. You will, too. Totally recommend.
I was invited to read a free ARC of Steal My Heart by the author. All opinions and interpretations contained herein are solely my own.
Mack was a good guy. . . first responder, like her brother. In fact, going home to a job that Jackson was holding for him with Stolen Hearts Search and Rescue. He's been away for years, trying to recover from the death of his sister, whom he hadn't been able to rescue. It seemed simple at first: motel rooms with two beds; shared meals; hearing her sing, his favorite part. The tension built between them until nothing could stop them. It was good, so good, but both of them denied that anything was happening. Finally arriving at Stolen Hearts Lodge, they kept their relationship a secret, or so they naively thought, allowing their passion to rise to the surface, only a night when Mack snuck over to Ash's cabin, or so he thought. Then everything started to happen, and it happened fast. People noticed. Things were discovered. What a fabulous story. Read it for yourself. Steal My Heart is the last of the series and sooo worth waiting for. I loved it. You will, too. Totally recommend.
I was invited to read a free ARC of Steal My Heart by the author. All opinions and interpretations contained herein are solely my own.
August 16, 2020
Another fantastic book in the Swoon series by J.H. Croix. Mack Blair is first responder, Evie's older brother, and going home to a job opening with Stolen Hearts Search and Rescue. Mack has been away from Stolen Hearts for years trying to recover from his sister's death and the guilt of not being able to rescue her. Ash Stone is coming home to Stolen Hearts after following Kyle, her friends with benefits, around on the rodeo circuit. When that became old, Ash booked herself gigs to make money as she hitch hikes her way home. After a set, Ash hears a voice calling her name and see Mack, her brother, Jackson's, best friend. When Mack discovers Ash's "boyfriend" left her penniless and without a car, Mack offers her a ride home instead of the dangerous alternative of hitchhiking her way home. Ash agrees to ride with Mack as long as she can still play the gigs she had booked. Mack and Ash find themselves attracted to each other as the tension builds between them. The chemistry between Mack and Ash is explosive and hot! Mack and Ash give into their attraction and find they cannot keep their hands off each other. Mack knows Jackson will kill him for touching his sister, but Mack can't stay away. Ash wants to keep their relationship a secret, not wanting to be the center of gossip. Mack wants to tell Jackson but agrees to give Ash time. Can Ash and Mack keep their attraction to each other a secret, or does everyone know? How will Jackson react when he learns about Ash and Mack? What will Mack and Ash do when they get a surprise they were not expecting? Can Ash and Mack move past their baggage and find their happily ever after? I LOVE J.H. Croix! Steal My Heart is a fantastic book with fantastic characters who will make you swoon, laugh out loud, and beat your head in frustration. I would highly recommend getting Steal My Heart and the other books in the Swoon series by J.H. Croix.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 17, 2020
Ashley Stone and Mack Blair have been away from their friends and family at Stolen Hearts Lodge, running from deep pain and betrayal. Mack is a first responder, yet he wasn't able to save his sister's life. Ash's world would never be the same when, on her wedding day, she received photos from a woman claiming to be her fiance's girlfriend. She left with no intention of ever coming back again, but something is pulling each of them home to Stolen Hearts Valley. When Mack hears Ash singing and playing her guitar in a bar, he can't get enough of her beautiful voice. When he finds out that she's hitchhiking all the way back to Stolen Hearts Valley, he offers to give her a ride. Ash accepts, as long as he can get her to each of her concerts that have been scheduled for quite a long time. It may take them a little while, but he needs to keep her safe. Mack has a slight conundrum about spending so much time with her. After all, her brother is his best friend and he knows better than to so much as touch her. Besides, he's not ready for a relationship after his last one didn't end so well. Ash has had nothing but trouble with the men in her life, most recently a rather selfish cowboy, Kyle. He was happy to be just friends with benefits, but the benefits weren't much to write home about in Ash's estimation. What were these two thinking that it would be fairly easy to get home without any drama or trouble! They had no idea just how their bodies would react to one another. Once home, they have a problem trying to decide how to tell their family that they're together, but a trip to the doctor takes away any doubt that everybody's going to know fairly soon. This is a really sweet story and Mack and Ash are deserving of every minute of their happy ending!
August 10, 2020
"I’m worried I’m in over my head. It’s like my baggage collides with his.”
I didn't think I could stop my eyes from rolling when I discovered that "Steal my Heart," is both a whoopsie-baby, and an in-love-with-my-brother's-best-friend, romance. I was like - C'MON, Croix! Leave it to J.H. Croix, to not only soothe my ruffled feathers, but to elevate both of the familiar themes, to a whole 'nother level! When Mack discovers his best friend's little sister, on the road and experiencing hard times, he knows that Jackson would kick his ass if he just left Ash to flounder, on her way home. See, he was traveling to return to their hometown, and discovered that Ash was left without a car and penniless, by a no-good boyfriend. She was singing, playing gigs, while hitchhiking HER way home. Mack suggests that they ride together, sharing hotel rooms and such, and it SEEMED like a splendid idea, at the time. Neither one of them had any prior crushes on each other, and it's not like they didn't KNOW each other - Mack is Jackson's best friend and Ash is good friends with Mack's sister! "Steal my Heart," is book seven of the Swoon series, by Croix, and be prepared to grab the smelling salts, or maybe a shot of Bourbon? Whatever it is that you do, to handle the "friskies," that can develop from reading these particularly, steamy passages. You can expect some drama, angst, humorous situations, inner turmoil, snappy dialog, friendly meddling, unexpected twists, sweltering encounters, and romance. A great addition to the Swoon series, and an engaging read. I received this book as an ARC from Bad Boy Update, and I volunteered this review.
I didn't think I could stop my eyes from rolling when I discovered that "Steal my Heart," is both a whoopsie-baby, and an in-love-with-my-brother's-best-friend, romance. I was like - C'MON, Croix! Leave it to J.H. Croix, to not only soothe my ruffled feathers, but to elevate both of the familiar themes, to a whole 'nother level! When Mack discovers his best friend's little sister, on the road and experiencing hard times, he knows that Jackson would kick his ass if he just left Ash to flounder, on her way home. See, he was traveling to return to their hometown, and discovered that Ash was left without a car and penniless, by a no-good boyfriend. She was singing, playing gigs, while hitchhiking HER way home. Mack suggests that they ride together, sharing hotel rooms and such, and it SEEMED like a splendid idea, at the time. Neither one of them had any prior crushes on each other, and it's not like they didn't KNOW each other - Mack is Jackson's best friend and Ash is good friends with Mack's sister! "Steal my Heart," is book seven of the Swoon series, by Croix, and be prepared to grab the smelling salts, or maybe a shot of Bourbon? Whatever it is that you do, to handle the "friskies," that can develop from reading these particularly, steamy passages. You can expect some drama, angst, humorous situations, inner turmoil, snappy dialog, friendly meddling, unexpected twists, sweltering encounters, and romance. A great addition to the Swoon series, and an engaging read. I received this book as an ARC from Bad Boy Update, and I volunteered this review.
August 16, 2020
Mack and Ash Making Their Way Home ❤🔥🔥🔥❤
Steak My Heart is not only the title but an excellent description of this panty melting, tongue hanging, heart thumping story!!I We finally get Ash and Mack's story and best of all it's their story. Ash is Jackson's elusive sister following the rodeo circuit with her "boyfriend" Kyle. Jack is Evie's elusive brother coming home to Stolen Hearts to fill a first responders position. Who would have thought their paths would cross in a dive bar where Ash was playing her guitar trying to earn money with plans to hitchhike home. Convincing Ash to accept a ride home is more difficult than Mack expected but all Ash had left was her independent stubbornness. When did Ash get so beautiful??? When did Mack turn Ash to mush??? Spending so much time together was taking a toll on their fighting attraction until it finally broke. Ash has sworn off love after receiving pictures of her fiance and his other girlfriend on her no so wedding day. Mack feels responsible for his sister's death years ago. Jackson would kill Mack for his thoughts of Ash. Yet together they make beautiful music. The closer they get to Stolen Hearts the more Ash tries to pull away. What happens when Ash finds herself staring at two lines on a test?? Can Mack and Ash get through their baggage to make a fresh start together??? A MUST READ!!! Ash and Mack will steal your heart in this hot and sexy Swoon Series!! Visit all your friends at Stolen Hearts and swoon the night away. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book and purchased a copy for my favorites collection. Looking forward to more from the awesome J. H. Croix.
Steak My Heart is not only the title but an excellent description of this panty melting, tongue hanging, heart thumping story!!I We finally get Ash and Mack's story and best of all it's their story. Ash is Jackson's elusive sister following the rodeo circuit with her "boyfriend" Kyle. Jack is Evie's elusive brother coming home to Stolen Hearts to fill a first responders position. Who would have thought their paths would cross in a dive bar where Ash was playing her guitar trying to earn money with plans to hitchhike home. Convincing Ash to accept a ride home is more difficult than Mack expected but all Ash had left was her independent stubbornness. When did Ash get so beautiful??? When did Mack turn Ash to mush??? Spending so much time together was taking a toll on their fighting attraction until it finally broke. Ash has sworn off love after receiving pictures of her fiance and his other girlfriend on her no so wedding day. Mack feels responsible for his sister's death years ago. Jackson would kill Mack for his thoughts of Ash. Yet together they make beautiful music. The closer they get to Stolen Hearts the more Ash tries to pull away. What happens when Ash finds herself staring at two lines on a test?? Can Mack and Ash get through their baggage to make a fresh start together??? A MUST READ!!! Ash and Mack will steal your heart in this hot and sexy Swoon Series!! Visit all your friends at Stolen Hearts and swoon the night away. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book and purchased a copy for my favorites collection. Looking forward to more from the awesome J. H. Croix.
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August 27, 2020... And honey, I stay stoned on your love all the time...
Mack - I know I know... listening to her warm whiskey voice and my body stands at attention. I who would have thought that the young girl that was like a little sister can turn me inside out with just a few notes.... and looking at her turns my animalistic tendencies loose! Unfortunately she could never be mine... if I touch one hair on her head her brother would tar and feather me... but my heart and my body cannot take much more or I may think the risk may be worth a little tar. It comes off eventually right???
Ash - I thought I did everything right. I had the life. A job that I loved, a boyfriend that loved me, so I thought, great family and friends... I had it all... I thought. It is hard to bounce back when your trust has been burnt to ashes. So I went for a jog, well a road trip of sorts, and I have been running from my past ever since. I love to sing though. It takes me to another place and I can just be me... but when I hear a familiar voice I am totally thrown when my body takes over my brain and turns to hot goo! This cannot be real... Mack is like my brother... but my body is definitely not feeling brotherly relations! When did this happen!?!?! HELP!!!
A friendship that grew, an attraction so strong even mother nature could not keep them apart. This is the story of friends who grew into a lifetime love... enjoy the journey!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Mack - I know I know... listening to her warm whiskey voice and my body stands at attention. I who would have thought that the young girl that was like a little sister can turn me inside out with just a few notes.... and looking at her turns my animalistic tendencies loose! Unfortunately she could never be mine... if I touch one hair on her head her brother would tar and feather me... but my heart and my body cannot take much more or I may think the risk may be worth a little tar. It comes off eventually right???
Ash - I thought I did everything right. I had the life. A job that I loved, a boyfriend that loved me, so I thought, great family and friends... I had it all... I thought. It is hard to bounce back when your trust has been burnt to ashes. So I went for a jog, well a road trip of sorts, and I have been running from my past ever since. I love to sing though. It takes me to another place and I can just be me... but when I hear a familiar voice I am totally thrown when my body takes over my brain and turns to hot goo! This cannot be real... Mack is like my brother... but my body is definitely not feeling brotherly relations! When did this happen!?!?! HELP!!!
A friendship that grew, an attraction so strong even mother nature could not keep them apart. This is the story of friends who grew into a lifetime love... enjoy the journey!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 3, 2020
Once I started this book I could not put it down until I reached the last page. Mack and Ash will definitely warm up your night. Ash can't believe it when 6' 5" Mack comes to her rescue at a bar where she has just finished playing. They haven't seen each other for several years and they are both a long way from home. Mack soon learns that Ash plans to play in joints and hitchhike her way home and he informs her that she can ride with him seeing as he is best friends with Ash's brother and he knows that he would be in big trouble if he didn't take care of her. Ash finally agrees to the arrangement because it will definitely save her money and it is a way for them to catch up. However, neither of them factors in what will happen the longer they have to share hotel rooms and the close confines of a pick-up cab. Growing up, they never had any feelings for each other, so they are both caught unawares by the sparks they are generating now. Once that spark finds a foothold all bets are off and the so are the clothes. Once they arrive home, Ash is bound and determined to keep their relationship a secret, but reality may have other ideas. This book had me laughing and swooning and saying "OMG" a lot. I highly recommend it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 15, 2020
Sweet & Steamy 4 ½ stars - The story is not that long but it gives the reader a lot of romance. Ashley is Jackson’s (This Crazy Love, Swoon Series Book 1) sister and Mack is one of Jackson’s best friend. Ashley and Mack have known each other since they were kids. Ashley is not in an ideal situation. She’s broke and trying to raise money to get home by doing these singing gigs across states. Mack happens to be passing through one of the states and walked into one of the bars. Mack took it upon himself to escort Ash to all the gigs. (Side comment: Ash’s plan was to hitchhike across the states!? Seriously? Her butt is getting grabbed in all the establishments she has the gigs and she’s hitchhiking? I’m all for independent women but common sense is a plus.) As Mack and Ash go from gig to gig, staying in one hotel room and driving together in the truck cab, they realize that they are attracted to one another. Ashley has major relationship issues while Mack has only had casual relationships. So what are they really doing when sex was added to the equation and how are they going to handle it once they are back in their hometown? There’s a lot of heartfelt emotions in the story. This author managed to create sweet and decent characters and blend it well with steamy relationships. [I received an advanced copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.]
July 27, 2020
Another great book. Love this series and each book just gets better.
Ash and Mack grew up together in the same small town. Mack left one of his sisters died in an accident that he feels guilty about not being able to save her. He has sworn off long-term relationships because he doesn't want to go through that kind of hurt again. Ash left after finding out on her wedding day that her fiancée was cheating on her through pictures that his girlfriend sent to her. She finally got tired of her friends with benefits guy sleeping around so she decides to head home. Ash has sworn off men because she can't seem to pick a good one. She is playing guitar and singing in small bars to earn money to get her home when she runs into Mack who is also headed home for good. Ash agrees to ride with Mack instead of hitchhiking but he has to take her to the gigs she has set up so it take them a few weeks. The electricity between them is too much and will it burn itself out after they give in or will it only get worse after they get home? How will Jackson, her brother and Mack's best friend, react to them being together? Can they keep it secret like Ash wants or will everyone find out before they can tell Jackson?
I received a free copy and voluntarily am leaving a review
Ash and Mack grew up together in the same small town. Mack left one of his sisters died in an accident that he feels guilty about not being able to save her. He has sworn off long-term relationships because he doesn't want to go through that kind of hurt again. Ash left after finding out on her wedding day that her fiancée was cheating on her through pictures that his girlfriend sent to her. She finally got tired of her friends with benefits guy sleeping around so she decides to head home. Ash has sworn off men because she can't seem to pick a good one. She is playing guitar and singing in small bars to earn money to get her home when she runs into Mack who is also headed home for good. Ash agrees to ride with Mack instead of hitchhiking but he has to take her to the gigs she has set up so it take them a few weeks. The electricity between them is too much and will it burn itself out after they give in or will it only get worse after they get home? How will Jackson, her brother and Mack's best friend, react to them being together? Can they keep it secret like Ash wants or will everyone find out before they can tell Jackson?
I received a free copy and voluntarily am leaving a review
August 11, 2020
Once again this author delivers another swoon worthy read and we finally get Ash’s story, Jackson’s sister who left at the beginning of this series. She is on the road playing gigs at different stops hitchhiking back home to Stolen Hearts Valley. Mack is driving home as well to join the first responder team with Jackson and when he stops at a bar he can’t believe that Ash is playing there. The two haven’t seen each other in years but grew up together and Mack is one of Jackson’s best friend. Mack offers to drive Ash back home and keep her company as she completes her gigs before settling. As the two spend all their time together their attraction grows until its too much and the two can’t keep their hands off each other....but what happens when they are home...her brother....their friends....can they keep it a secret.
Swoon swoon swoon worthy once again and I couldn’t get enough of these two. The build up to their steamy steamy steamy nights was perfect. I LOVED the little to no drama between them, no other women coming between them, the walls tumbling down bit by bit and the open honesty between them especially at the end. The epilogue.....big sigh and I literally melted.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*
Swoon swoon swoon worthy once again and I couldn’t get enough of these two. The build up to their steamy steamy steamy nights was perfect. I LOVED the little to no drama between them, no other women coming between them, the walls tumbling down bit by bit and the open honesty between them especially at the end. The epilogue.....big sigh and I literally melted.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*
August 12, 2020
The books in this series are all books that have characters that you would love to have has friends they are small town stories that draw you in and keep you engaged. These are sweet stories with a little steam that are the perfect read for any time Can't recommend the entire series highly enough
In this latest addition we meet Ash (Ashley) Stone she is returning home after a few years and her life has definitely gone off track First she was sent explicit photos of her fiance shortly before the wedding and she walked away then got herself involved in a friends with benefits plan. Now she has had enough she is heading home but taking her time singing at gigs as she works her way home Then one night at a bar after her gig she hears someone call her name it is Mack Blair, her brother's friend miles away from home He is no hurry to get home so they team up to travel together him hanging around as she does her gigs. He is returning to their home town after wandering for years trying to get over the death of his sister As they travel together it isn't long before passion rises and they give into temptation something they think they are keeping secret once they arrive home but that would be a no Then things hit a climax when secrets are revealed.
In this latest addition we meet Ash (Ashley) Stone she is returning home after a few years and her life has definitely gone off track First she was sent explicit photos of her fiance shortly before the wedding and she walked away then got herself involved in a friends with benefits plan. Now she has had enough she is heading home but taking her time singing at gigs as she works her way home Then one night at a bar after her gig she hears someone call her name it is Mack Blair, her brother's friend miles away from home He is no hurry to get home so they team up to travel together him hanging around as she does her gigs. He is returning to their home town after wandering for years trying to get over the death of his sister As they travel together it isn't long before passion rises and they give into temptation something they think they are keeping secret once they arrive home but that would be a no Then things hit a climax when secrets are revealed.
August 6, 2020
Steal My Heart is another great read in this small town series. It might be my favorite one too, though I say that about every new book in the series. I was so curious about Ash. She was mentioned in every previous book in this series and I really wanted to get to know her and her story.
Ash and Mack are such a cute couple. They both try to avoid getting too involved with anyone because they are both afraid of losing someone else for various reasons. No wonder they want to protect their hearts so much. Both are very lovable and their feelings are more than understandable after all they have been through. But their sizzling hot chemistry is undeniable ...
This is a read that made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. There were some tough moments when I learned more about Ash and Mack's past that broke my heart for them. But there are just as many easy, funny, even hilarious moments, especially when the mutual attraction between the two became too strong ...
I loved this book and I wanted it to never end.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Ash and Mack are such a cute couple. They both try to avoid getting too involved with anyone because they are both afraid of losing someone else for various reasons. No wonder they want to protect their hearts so much. Both are very lovable and their feelings are more than understandable after all they have been through. But their sizzling hot chemistry is undeniable ...
This is a read that made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. There were some tough moments when I learned more about Ash and Mack's past that broke my heart for them. But there are just as many easy, funny, even hilarious moments, especially when the mutual attraction between the two became too strong ...
I loved this book and I wanted it to never end.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 12, 2020
Mack unexpectedly crosses paths with his best friend’s little sister, Ash. Both of them are on the road heading home. He knows that Ash is off limits, they are merely friends, so travelling together should cause no problem, right? He couldn’t leave her without a car, hitchhiking, no money, dumped by a jerk boyfriend – if he did abandon her, her brother, Jackson, would kill him!
So knowing he was doing the right thing, Mack suggests the two of them ride home together. They can share a hotel room with separate beds. They don’t have that kind of history together, so no awkwardness. Just doing a good deed for his best friend’s sister.
The plan works like a dream until Mack can’t stop thinking about her and can’t stop wanting her. And Ash, who wanted nothing to do with men, finds that Mack somehow seems to set her blood on fire. And then a further complication arises . . .
This author writes amazing stories and this is one of them. Grab your copy and join them on their trip home where absolutely nothing could cause a problem, until it does! The book is thoroughly enjoyable with a great story line and likable characters. You’ll love every minute of the trip!
So knowing he was doing the right thing, Mack suggests the two of them ride home together. They can share a hotel room with separate beds. They don’t have that kind of history together, so no awkwardness. Just doing a good deed for his best friend’s sister.
The plan works like a dream until Mack can’t stop thinking about her and can’t stop wanting her. And Ash, who wanted nothing to do with men, finds that Mack somehow seems to set her blood on fire. And then a further complication arises . . .
This author writes amazing stories and this is one of them. Grab your copy and join them on their trip home where absolutely nothing could cause a problem, until it does! The book is thoroughly enjoyable with a great story line and likable characters. You’ll love every minute of the trip!
August 3, 2020
Mack met Ashley way out in Wyoming, a long way from the Carolina's Smokey Mountains where they grew up together, Ash being his best friend Jackson's little sister. She's been following rodeos and being veterinarian for them while picking up gigs playing her guitar and singing. That's where Mack found her, on stage in a small bar on his way home to work for Jackson's rescue team. That's when I recognized this was another of Croix's great Swoon Series. Each of this pair feels a sparking fire for the other, something they never experienced before in their years together. When he finds out she's planning to hitchhike her way home, he's not having it. She'll ride with him, stay in his hotel room with him, and he'll make the stops she has set up to perform to make money along the way! Perfect set up for a hot romance page-turner with a stop at Niagra Falls along the way and a home coming to Stolen Hearts Lodge and all the characters of this series we know and love! I volunteered this review from an ARC.
September 24, 2020
So excited to read Ash and Mack's story. It's one of those old fashioned feel-good stories. Ash is the younger sister of Mack's best friend Jackson. He has always felt Ash was off-limits due to his loyalty to Jackson. However, when Mack runs into Ash performing in a local bar, the hit of lust and major attraction returns even after not seeing her for years. When he learns Ash is planning on hitch-hiking it back home after being on the circuit of years, he offers her a ride with him. They both have fought their attraction to each other for years, but now that they are spending time alone, the attraction becomes unbearable to fight. This book is a stand-alone in a series but it does catch us up on the couples from the previous books. The author has done a great job of keeping the steamy romance going and holding our attention from beginning to end. I received an ARC of this book for my honest review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 26, 2020
Ash has planned a road trip to get back home, singing and playing guitar in bars along the way. At a bar in Wyoming she runs into several problems, one being Mack who is her big brothers best friend. Ash has to agree to go on the road trip with Mack since she's broke and was going to hitchhike all the way. They grew up together and never felt a twinge of want, but now is a new story. Ash has problems because of the men in her past and Mack can't get over the guilt that he couldn't save his sister from a lake accident. You will love the ride they take each other with all the twists and turns of two people who don't quite believe in themselves. MS Croix has outdone herself with another great, entertaining, page turner, read that includes all the characters of Stolen Hearts Valley, North Carolina.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 3, 2020
J. H. Croix’ writing style blows me away!! I just Love this Small Town Southern Romance series! Every story is completely different, with twists and turn that I would never expect. I also love the characters: they are believable, real, logical. In this story, Mack stumbles upon his best friend’s younger sister Ash. She’s not in a good place at the moment, not personally or financially. However, she’s in the process of (unsafely) making her way home… as is Mack! He carries a lot of baggage too… guilt over past events as well. So they decide it’s best for them to travel home together… The attraction between Ash and Mack is unexpected! What will happen when they get home? Will Mack’s best friend approve of Mack’s relationship with his younger sister? Will Ash be in a better place to accept a relationship with Mack? Surprises, surprises!!! Loved it!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 4, 2020
This book is definitely swoon worthy! Mack and Ashley (Ash) both are heading home to Stolen Hearts Rescue and Lodge when they cross paths. Ash has been gone for 18 months working on the rodeo circut as a veterinarian while Mack has been working as a Hot Shot firefighter in Montana. The meet up in a bar where Ash is playing to earn money to get back home. Mack helps Ash when a fan gets a little to handsy by coming to her defense and getting the jerk to leave her alone.
Mack and Ash grew up together, Mack is good friends with Ash's brother while Ash is good friends with Mack's sister Evie. Neither have had feelings for the other, but as they make their way home sparks begin to fly. Both have things in their past that they need to get over, maybe they can help each other out and find what they both been searching for a happily ever after.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Mack and Ash grew up together, Mack is good friends with Ash's brother while Ash is good friends with Mack's sister Evie. Neither have had feelings for the other, but as they make their way home sparks begin to fly. Both have things in their past that they need to get over, maybe they can help each other out and find what they both been searching for a happily ever after.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 11, 2020
Ash was on her way back to Stolen hearts valley after Kyle constantly cheated on her while they were playing gigs and she woke up one morning to find him gone, so now she was doing gigs to get the money together. When Ash hears her name called she turns round to find Mack her brother's best friend. Mack couldn't believe his eyes when he saw Ash on the stage in the bar and he knows that he needs to protect her and get her back safely to Stolen hearts valley where her brother is and where Mack has a job. Now Ash and Mack are stuck together in a hotel room with a chemistry between them that is so hot you can feel it sizzling of the page's but will they act on it or ignore it. This book is so addictive and I couldn't put it down as I had to see what would happen next. J H Croix is an amazing author and writer and I definitely recommend you read this book, series and other books by her and you will definitely not be disappointed.
I Voluntarily Reviewed an ARC Copy of this book.
I Voluntarily Reviewed an ARC Copy of this book.
August 11, 2020
Ashley was working her way back to her home and family after dumping her player boy-toy...she runs into Mack in a bar where she is singing and they agree to go back home together. Both had been away for a long time, Mack to renew himself after the death of one of his sisters and Ash to get over a disaster of a called off wedding when she discovered her fiancé was cheating on her...of course neither was expecting the impact of their close quarters and the surprising attraction both felt for the other...but will it all be over when they get back to their lives, her with the veterinary practice and him as a first responder and hand with the resort working closely with his best friend, Ashley's brother Jackson...but you will need to read this cute but sultry tale of seeing the possible romantic connection to someone that grew up with you...I voluntarily read this book through an Advanced Reader Copy.
September 13, 2020
Falling For A Friend
Mack and Ash have known each other since they were kids. She was friends with his sisters and he was her brothers best friend. Mack is six feet, five inches of swoon worthy hero, Ash is a stunning brunette with curves that he can’t keep his hands off of! Both are dealing with heartbreak in their own ways, but it’s time to return home and face the music. Mack runs into her in a bar in WY, finding out she plans to hitchhike home, he offers to let her ride with him. The ensuing trip is filled with chemistry, tension and the urge to jump straight past friends to lovers!
I adore a Friends To Lovers story and JH Croix writes the best ones! I love how it doesn’t matter where you pick up in the series, you get to know everyone! They all appear in the stories, as side characters! You can read this swoony, steamy, sexy story as a stand alone, however I recommend checking out the entire series!
Mack and Ash have known each other since they were kids. She was friends with his sisters and he was her brothers best friend. Mack is six feet, five inches of swoon worthy hero, Ash is a stunning brunette with curves that he can’t keep his hands off of! Both are dealing with heartbreak in their own ways, but it’s time to return home and face the music. Mack runs into her in a bar in WY, finding out she plans to hitchhike home, he offers to let her ride with him. The ensuing trip is filled with chemistry, tension and the urge to jump straight past friends to lovers!
I adore a Friends To Lovers story and JH Croix writes the best ones! I love how it doesn’t matter where you pick up in the series, you get to know everyone! They all appear in the stories, as side characters! You can read this swoony, steamy, sexy story as a stand alone, however I recommend checking out the entire series!
July 30, 2020
Friends to lovers and best friend's little sister story with Ash and Mack. Mack runs into Ash when she's performing in a bar and rescues her from being harassed by a bar patron. When they have dinner, he finds out that she's planning on hitchhiking back home. He says that he's going back home, too so she can ride with him. They try to fight their attraction since Ash is Jackson's younger sister but they can't. They try to keep their trysts secret but all the friends notice the way they look at each other. I loved getting to see the previous couples and updates on all of them. I liked how they all come together for each other. This is a great series. I don't know if it's the last in the series but I would like to see more of all of them. I received an ARC from Booksprout and am leaving my honest review. I also have my own copy on order.
August 3, 2020
Mack Blair is slowly making his way home for a job as a first responder in Stolen Hearts Valley . He is surprised when he comes upon Ash Stone performing at the bar and the attraction to her .
Ash is his best friends little sister .
Both are heading home Ash is going to work at her and her brother Jackson Veterinarian clinic . Ash is broke and was left high and dry by her ex Rodeo guy she was traveling with .
Mack and Ash agree to travel home together and Ash has jobs at places booked on the way .
They soon find while traveling together their attraction and feelings are hard to fight .
When they get home Ash wants to keep their arrangement quiet but somethings are not that easy . This story is very entertaining and enjoyable . An all out fantastic story . I highly recommend taking the time to read .
Ash is his best friends little sister .
Both are heading home Ash is going to work at her and her brother Jackson Veterinarian clinic . Ash is broke and was left high and dry by her ex Rodeo guy she was traveling with .
Mack and Ash agree to travel home together and Ash has jobs at places booked on the way .
They soon find while traveling together their attraction and feelings are hard to fight .
When they get home Ash wants to keep their arrangement quiet but somethings are not that easy . This story is very entertaining and enjoyable . An all out fantastic story . I highly recommend taking the time to read .
August 11, 2020
J.H. Croix is an amazing author and Steal My Heart does not disappoint! I have been waiting to read Ash's story ever since the start of this series and I can't imagine reading it at a different part of the lives of all the characters. Mack and Ash each have their past demons to get past. Ash has always had lots of relationship issues and has been running for a while. Mack lost his sister and has been hiding his heart so he can't lose anyone again. When these two have a chance encounter can the sparks that fly bring them both the love they deserve? Will Ash get to keep everything a secret or will life get in the way and put all the cards on the table. I could not put this book down and I highly recommend it. Excellent addition to the Swoon Series!!! Can't wait to see what comes next!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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