Discovering You

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Lastly, I'd like to talk about one more thing; I literally put off reading the last hundred pages of this book just so I wouldn't have to stop reading it. That's how much I loved it. Although, some pretty amazing things that may or may not have made me cry In summary, I loved this book so much. I would absolutely recommend it to anyone who likes period fantasy with romance and suspense.

It's a wonderful book that I'll happily read many more times. May 15, Vashti added it. Well I decided to read this after reading all of the positive reviews. It did take me awhile to finish this, and not because it was such a long book, it just went on and on and on at times and I had to take a break. I don't mind long books if they are interesting, actually the longer the better but this one was very repetitive and I have to agree with many of the other reviewers: Lucy got on my nerves when every few lines her eyes were misting up or she was holding and choking back the tears.

But I couldn't predict the repetitive dialogue ugh yet I did persevere and finish it all the way to the end! This could have been a very great story but I felt there was no chemistry what so ever really between any of the characters, but for free book I can't complain and I have read much much worse May 06, Patricia rated it really liked it.

Apr 21, Kristina Brownell rated it really liked it. It's a romantic mystery. The protagonists actually have substance. The romance aspect is perfect. The mystery is a nice distraction and adds to the story. Even the length of the book is substantial, but not over the top I love a good stand-alone novel May 17, Karyn rated it it was amazing. Can't believe I flew through this book. Pleasantly surprised with the characters remaining true to themselves.

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Kean has a subtle way of keeping the reader engaged without disappointing. I bought a Nook about a year ago and have become a voracious reader. Thought I'd try this free one, so glad I did. Just disappointed this is her only book! Looking forward to many more! Jun 30, Paige rated it it was amazing. I felt as if I should have paid for it!!! Would have totally been worth it!!! Jun 28, Heather rated it really liked it Shelves: I really enjoyed this book. I loved Nicholas and especially Lucy.

I enjoy it when the characters speak their mind and don't hold back. For the most part the characters were well developed and easy to follow. There did seem to be parts of the story that were rushed or added in and did not flow, but it was a really good story and it did not take away from that. A solid 4 stars from me! May 13, Franca rated it it was amazing Shelves: This book is one I couldn't put down!

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It reminded me of Pride and Prejudice I like the twists and turns of the book. Jan 18, Jackie rated it really liked it Shelves: It was kind of long, but there were some interesting twists in the story.

I enjoyed reading it and I am kind of happy at the way that the book ended. Left it open to decide how you want the story to continue. Feb 03, Jessa rated it liked it Shelves: This book was very long, but very sweet. While I love some of the more popular romance writers and books, this was a refreshing change. No lords and ladies and society standards and no ten page crazy sex scenes. And the end was very satisfying. Apr 18, Beyond the Pages rated it it was amazing Shelves: I loved this book immensely. It had everything a reader could want. I would gladly revisit this story again and again Feb 28, Marty Crump rated it it was amazing.

I read this book quickly - the story was fast moving and suspenseful. Kept me on the edge of my seat. The romance was great too. Jun 20, Annelaure rated it it was amazing. At first, I had low expectations for this book because, I mean, it was free Of course, I was wrong. This book was absolutely amazing. I would def recommend this to anyone and everyone: May 31, Melissa rated it liked it. Let's start out by saying that it was a FREE ebook, so that was a star right there. The plot was pretty predictable after the details of the manuscript emerged and the crazy lady was not a stranger to Nicholas.

That being said, the author developed the characters overtime and showcased their strengths and weaknesses. Lucy was a frustrating character for me, with moments where I was applauding her outspokenness and times where she was acting like an impetuous child that I wanted to smack. Ben's character seemed unnecessary and out of place for most of the novel-a page filler.

Nicholas was a likable character even during his dark and gloomy days, and all throughout his 'transformation'. Overall it was an enjoyable read, although substantially longer than it needed to be, as the author could have condensed the book without sacrificing the plot. Jan 21, Olivia rated it did not like it Shelves: This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I am a quarter of the way through and feel like I have read a thousand pages.

It just goes on and on and on. I find myself skipping pages and pages of dialog. Too many WTF moments for me. Howard had enough work at the shop to have two assistants, he would really send BOTH away for the summer? What was his purpose in the story? If to provide a foil for Nicholas, it wasn't working.

If Nicholas had been brooding and drinking himself stu DNF. If Nicholas had been brooding and drinking himself stupid for five years, he would not fit so nicely into his five-year old clothes. He would have gotten fat from drinking and not doing anything.

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Anyway, I just can't stand the story any more and am closing the book on this one. Feb 12, Thalia rated it it was amazing Shelves: This was a truly amazing story! From the very beginning I was hooked and I hated to put it down when I needed to. It got to the point where I felt a painful detachment when I was not reading it. I fell in love with all of the characters, especially the dapper Nicholas Davenport, the charming Lucy Howard, and sweet Beth.

This book had many plot twists that had me gasping out loud. This is now by far my favorite book that I have read in a long time. It was full of mystery, romance, tragedy, action This was a truly amazing story! It was full of mystery, romance, tragedy, action, and passion. It was an amazing book from beginning to end and it had me hanging on every word! Jul 02, Sussann rated it liked it. I'll admit I read this book in one sitting. It is long but for the most part the plot carried the length for me.

So why did I give it 3 stars? It was so completely unrealistic for the period it was set in. To me this lack of research can only be attributed to laziness on the part of the author. Perhaps it was intended to be a re-telling of Jane Eyre but where as the details of Jane's story rang true for a women in her position orphaned, governess during her time period the details of Lucy's stor I'll admit I read this book in one sitting.

Perhaps it was intended to be a re-telling of Jane Eyre but where as the details of Jane's story rang true for a women in her position orphaned, governess during her time period the details of Lucy's story did not. Feb 12, Emmy rated it really liked it Shelves: Lucy's life will forever change when she leaves the comfort of her home, the only child of a Book store owner, to go help a mysterious widower restore his home's library. When Lucy gets to the home she realizes it is much more than the library that needs help as the whole home, including the owner are in shambles.

The beginning part of the book felt a little slow and almost a bit like Beauty and the Beast- but in the end I had a hard time putting it down wanting to find out what happened to the Lucy's life will forever change when she leaves the comfort of her home, the only child of a Book store owner, to go help a mysterious widower restore his home's library. The beginning part of the book felt a little slow and almost a bit like Beauty and the Beast- but in the end I had a hard time putting it down wanting to find out what happened to the characters, as I truly did come to like and hope for the best for the characters.

Mystery, romance and murder keep this story rolling right along. Mar 19, Lisa rated it really liked it. Nicholas lost his beloved wife 5 yrs prior to insanity. As a result, he let his manor house go to ruin, including the Library, which he himself destroyed. He also became a major recluse. Five yrs later, Lucy is sent by her father who was Nicholas' childhood tutor to help Nicholas restore the Library to its former glory. His ex-mother-in-law, who is also insane, puts in a couple appearances, as does an unbeknownest twin sister. When Rod meets India the girl next door she offers him a ride home from a bad situation.

She herself has lost so much recently and reaches out t Let me first say that this series is Amazing. She herself has lost so much recently and reaches out to him. The more time they spend together the more he finds out about her situation. It starts to get dangerous for both of them, but he will go to great lengths to protect her. India wasn't looking for anything but discovered something in Rod. So take a ride with India and Rod. Where will the road lead them?

She has fears about what happend to her that awful night. The only person who sees her for what kind of person she really was back then is Rod. Can she open her heart, and move forward to a future filled with the happiness Rod has given her? It might be fast, but it might be just right. You'll see and love it. Mar 15, Keri rated it it was ok Shelves: I thought that she was a bit of a marshmallow in dealing with her inlaws. Also Rod for all his tatted self, didn't come off as bad boy to me. Yes he got into fights as a youth, but he was a business owner and extremely reliable, what more could you want in a man.

Plus I just didn't feel the romance or attraction between the two. I got whiplash from India's back and forth with I shouldn't or a should be in a re BN can be a hit or miss author for me and as much as I loved Rod, I didn't love India. I got whiplash from India's back and forth with I shouldn't or a should be in a relationship. The ILY's came way too fast considering how resistance she was to the relationship in the first place.

Don't even get me started on the way they acted with the bad guy, that was just strange all the way around. I was more intrigued with what was going on with Mack and Natasha.

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Novak continues to be my favorite author. Loved India and Rod's story. I've read all the Whiskey Creek books, but this book can be read as a stand alone. I'm pretty darn sure that if you haven't read the series, you'll be wanting more after this book! May 10, Bette Hansen rated it it was amazing. Another amazing story in the Whiskey Creek series. Each book is easily read standalone but it's always nice to go back and get the stories of characters from prior books.

This one is about another of the Amos Brothers. Rod Amos has always lived his life on the edge. Thankfully big brother Dylan was always there to pull him back before he went to far. He knows full well what his rep is around town but one look at India and he knows he wants to prove to her he's a better man than that. India is ne Another amazing story in the Whiskey Creek series. India is new to Whiskey Creek. After the devastating murder of her husband, she's trying to lay low and provide a good home for her daughter.

Rod Amos may not be the man she wants to want but he may be just the man she needs. When her husbands killer is set free she fears he may come after her since she testified against him. Rod is determined not to let anything happen to her. Will these two be able to find a way to their HEA or will her past come back and prevent them from moving forward?

I highly recommend you grab this one and find out! Mar 14, Dobby rated it did not like it Shelves: There was a bloody man walking down the middle of the road. Now, there is an attention-grabbing first sentence! I settled in to be entertained by another great Whiskey Creek novel. Unfortunately, that didn't happen for me. There were three story lines weaving through this book: Some of the scenarios were so absurd that I started skimming through them.

Ultimately, I couldn't really connect wi There was a bloody man walking down the middle of the road.

Ultimately, I couldn't really connect with any of these characters, and I almost DNF'd before the half-way point. Rod and Mack are part of the Amos brothers clan; I had been looking forward to their stories. India has an intense backstory, but she had so many TSTL moments that I found her to be more annoying than endearing.

And of course, once I've identified the heroine as lacking both intelligence and common sense, I can't help but look askance at our intrepid but obviously obtuse or sex-focused hero. Novak has captured the hostile, immature, self-centered, hormone-driven year-old female perfectly in Natasha, but that also made her a difficult character to admire. Mack, 28, is the youngest Amos brother and has his own set of problems. Add that to a 9-year age difference between an adult and a barely-past-adolescence oversexed teenager and the disgust factor jumps right off the scale.

That storyline dropped my rating from a mehstar to a skin-crawlingstar. I only wish I had stopped at 8. I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Rod and India both have had terrible, awful events in their background and individually they are just trying to get through life the best way they can. When they meet, their attraction is almost immediate, although both fight it for all they are wort I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. When they meet, their attraction is almost immediate, although both fight it for all they are worth.

The story deals with some very heavy and serious issues but it also deals with family and connections. Trust that both Rod and India come from dysfunctional backgrounds but the Amos brothers take care of their own.

At least Rod has a support system where India does not. Rod is such an amazing character; I just love him. And a few you want to smack upside the head! But it all comes together in another great Whiskey Creek story. This series is very hit and miss for me but I enjoyed this one.

It wasn't my favorite but I still really liked it. I enjoyed the overall plot and thought that it was realistic and believable. There were times when I wanted to yell at India to stop letting her in-laws have so much control but I could also understand where she 3. There were times when I wanted to yell at India to stop letting her in-laws have so much control but I could also understand where she was coming from.

I loved that this book featured Dylan's family as he is my favorite character from this series and I really love the whole family. There was a secondary romance that began in this book that I actually enjoyed more than the primary relationship between India and Rod. There wasn't a lot of "the gang" in this one and I actually enjoyed that about this book - it was more focused then some of the previous books which I really liked. This book was awesome!! I am not one of those people who normally gushes over books, but let me tell you from the start you could just see the sparks fly between India and Rod Amos sigh I could not put it down!!

I admit I was a little upset over the situation at first because India got dealt a rather crappy hand but the book had the main male character to handle it. I don't want to say to much because I am scare it will be a OMG! I don't want to say to much because I am scare it will be a major spoiler alert.. I don't know why but the Amos boys hold a special place in my heart. Hope to see much more of them in later books. I can't WAIT for the others!! May 16, Madison Warner Fairbanks rated it it was amazing Shelves: Supportive family of brothers with some emotional handicaps but also some fearsome resilience and strength.

A little heartbreaking and a love so rewarding. I love a "happily ever after" and this book took that extra feel good step. No spoilers here but it's so nice. Stands alone without having to read previous series books. For a minute or two that concerned him. It suggested he could end up with a broken heart, after all—his first since his mother died so long ago.

Not when he had what he wanted right now. May 24, books are love rated it really liked it. Received in exchange for a honest review. I did take issue with how India first judged Rod. She who was upset for being judged the same by others and her inlaws was now doing the same thing to Rod. So wrong of you India so wrong. Once you get past the exterior you see that Rod is a awesome dude. He is kind, gentle and sweet. Also a family guy and how he looks up to Dylan is just amazing. Dylan raised him and the apprec Received in exchange for a honest review.

Dylan raised him and the appreciation he has for that is humbling. Rod may seem like a bad boy but he really is a serious family man. He is so sweet though and open and honest as well with a wicked sense of humour. Felt she was out of his league. I say peeshaw to Rod. You are worth more than all the cardiac surgeons ever could be.

India from the beginning is a mess of confused emotions. She is feeling under the microscope and judged which is what she does to rod at the beginning so shame on you India. As she gets to know Rod, she sees him for the amazing man he is and struggles with that as well.

What makes it harder is her fear of losing her daughter because of her inlaws and the danger that they are still in. She fears losing another she loves. So as she is in a growing smoking intimate relationship with Rod she is also dealing with the past and unresolved danger it can bring to her future. Resolved to fix things India goes off on a half baked hair brained idea to stop the killer before he comes after them. Thank heavens for Rod and Dylan. Dylan supporting Rod no matter what is such a sweet thing. Family comes first is one thing the Whiskey creek series teaches us is that Family matters.

They are there no matter what. Dylan shows this with his brothers and they show this towards natasha. Rod is a hero in this and also helps India have the strength and support to stand up to her inlaws. My favorite moment is Rod with Van-that poor boy was starving for affection and Rod gave it with no expectation. Even after the dust settled he was there for van. The story of Rod and India is at times smoking hot, sweet, loving, tender and a journey for both. For Rod he learned to let a woman fully in and forget what happened as a child.

He learned to trust India and love her with a open heart. For India she learned to stand up for herself and let the past go. Novak you vixen you there. That is some serious tension between them you left us off with. We see love overflowing, danger with the ex and resolution as well, and new love stories pop up for the future. Another fantastic whiskey creek couple unfolds in this story where we see the characters open up to let love in their hearts once again and let go of preconceived notions of others and themselves to find something amazing once they do.

May 26, Alicia rated it liked it. India Sommers comes upon a man who is bleeding and clearly injured. While she wrestles within herself whether she should just drive by and stay out of the drama that clearly will unfold, another part of her knows she might be the last person to come along to help for awhile.

Reluctantly, she stops, and only then does she realize the injured person is her neighbor, Rodney Amos. This was the start of a friendship, of the two being confidants for the other, a sexual relationship which turns into a lovingly one, and eventually a committed relationship. I was provided with an advanced readers copy for a fair and honest review. But all that comes in time. Time in which India has to face her past as her past has suddenly sprung up more quickly than she expected.

Rod is there helping her, first to her reluctance then to her willingness and appreciation. While that part of the novel seemed to drag a little, it was engaging and interesting and ended in the best way possible. While the characters were well written to a degree, there were also gaps in being able to truly get to know them or relate to them. To some degree with India and Rod, but more so in the secondary plot line of Natasha and Mack and also all the brothers. There was so much back and forth and repetition in the backstory part of the novel Natasha and Mack , that the reader just want to say, "get it over and done with already.

In many respects, I felt like the novel would have been stronger without this backstory. While I enjoyed the novel and India and Rod as characters and the main plot, I felt like this novel lacked much depth in all areas. It often felt like the author skimmed over certain parts that felt as if they were potentially more important or should have played a bigger role if Ms Novak had let them.

I would recommend it as a good beach or rainy day read. This story is a brilliant romance where the characters are strong, compelling and easily draw the readers in, they have some similarities in their past that gives them common ground and they are both deserving of a happily ever after and the sizzling chemistry between them starts them off in the right direction but the relationship is complicated by emotional issues, family issues and of course the ex-boyfriend presents quite a big problem. The scenes are well written and bring this romance to vibrant life while the intriguing events keep readers glued to the pages of this steady to fast paced romance full of suspense.

Brenda Novak has another hit! Although one might have thought by book ten they would get bored with a series, it's not the case with the Whiskey Creek series. She nearly runs over Rod Amos after he'd been involved in an accident. Their chance meeting occurred just weeks after India moved in next door to the Amos brothers. There was an instant attraction and the chemistry builds as Rod helps India try to s Brenda Novak has another hit!

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There was an instant attraction and the chemistry builds as Rod helps India try to solve who murdered her husband. The tension builds and I found I didn't want to put the book down. My favorite part of this book and the series in general is that Novak isn't afraid to write about some tough real life experiences: I have often felt like Novak was writing about different parts of my life, so I have felt very close to many of her characters and been unable to stop reading until I am done.

Most in this series I have read in one or two sittings. I liked the introduction of Mack Amos and Natasha's story and hope to read more about them and the other Amos brothers. It was a slight departure from the usual Whiskey Creek books where there is more interaction among the group of friends. But since much of this book took place in San Francisco, and was action packed, I didn't miss the change.

Apr 09, Kortney rated it it was amazing. This is the 10th book in the Whiskey Creek series by Brenda Novak. Right of the bat Brenda did a great job developing India and Rod's characters. She gave you enough of a backstory on India so that you could understand why India acted the way that she did but did not go too overboard where you got bored. She also gave you more backstory on Rod so that you could understand how he had turned out the way he did. In addition to the well developed characters Brenda did a great job of setting the scen This is the 10th book in the Whiskey Creek series by Brenda Novak.

In addition to the well developed characters Brenda did a great job of setting the scenes in the book. As the reader reads the story you are really able to picture yourself in the Amos household or on the porch where India is creating her master pieces. Something that I have always enjoyed about Brenda's books is how she incorporates suspense in romance books.

For instance in one of her previous books it was the crazy ex girlfriend. In this book it was the crazy ex boyfriend. I think this suspense helps keep the audience interested in the book all the way through as you want to find out what is going to happen in addition to seeing the romance build between the two main characters. It a great mix of suspense and romance. I don't think that there was anything that I would have changed about the book.

I am interested to see who the next character will be that will have a love interest. Can wait to read more books by Brenda Novak and I interested to see where she is going to take the series in the future. May 22, Heather rated it it was amazing. Brenda Novak's books are always the perfect antidote to any reading funk I might find myself in.

Her writing kicks me back into gear and gets me back to devouring pages and stories again. I feel like I've been teased with the Amos brothers all these years. Having read two of the brothers' stories, I've gotten a peek at them here and there, but now I feel like I'm really getting to see them. Discovering You has made them the center of attention, and Rod and India's story was a great way to do it. I love how complex Novak has made Rod. We first see him fresh from a fight, walking down the street, looking very tough and intimidating.

However, it doesn't take long for his sweet side to become obvious as well. I find it impossible to not find him completely irresistible. He even cuts India's grass without being asked! A man after my own heart. India is very complex too. She has not had it easy either, but she is still a wonderful person. It's no wonder it doesn't take long for Rod to take a liking to her. Like all good books, accompanying the good parts are the creepy, scary, dramatic parts.

Rod and India are very familiar with trouble, and they see plenty of drama in this book. Their battles with their own personal demons and feelings was just as exciting as the conflict with the murderous villain. Now I just need to deal with being teased with Natasha and Mack. I received this book in exchange for an honest review. Discovering You had a great mix of romance and suspense…but none of the tropes or devices that can annoy me in romances. All of the characters back stories had meat but were also completely plausible.

The interactions felt genuine…there was an instant attraction but no insta-love and the distance between them felt legitimate throughout rather than simply contrived to allow them to come together at the end. The somewhat inept efforts at surveillance etc were also pretty believable. Rod and India are completely believable in their somewhat bumbling attempts at detective work and the whole endeavor was a great way to bring them closer and engender trust. All in all Discovering You was a solid and enjoyable romance with a nice dash of suspense thrown in!

What a make-your-heart-race story for Rod Amos and India Sommers! The murderer of India's husband of six years wants her back or, in the alternative, revenge. Sebastian was her bad-boy boyfriend before she met and married Charlie, a heart surgeon from a well-to-do family. Within a year of Charlie's death, India moves to Whiskey Creek to start over. She meets Rod Amos, who has the reputation of a bad boy and lives next door with two of his brothers, their dad, his wife Anya, and Anya's daughter, What a make-your-heart-race story for Rod Amos and India Sommers!

She meets Rod Amos, who has the reputation of a bad boy and lives next door with two of his brothers, their dad, his wife Anya, and Anya's daughter, Natasha. The story explodes with danger when Sebastian is set free until more evidence is found to try him again. This was a suspenseful and dramatic addition to this series. The protection shown by the Amos brothers, especially Dylan, who took over their care when he was 18, is ever present. Rod has learned so much from him. I really liked how the author focused on the Amos family. Three out of five have had their story, and I look forward to Mack and Grady's adventures.

This can be read as a stand alone book, although I hope you will want to read more. Apr 28, Caroline rated it liked it Shelves: She was nonexistent for the most part and I really, really, wanted her present. India is trying to put her life back together and move on after the tragic murder of her husband. She decided to move to Whiskey Creek to escape the memories and get some much needed distance. She's not looking for a relationship, but she knows her next door neighbor, Rod, spells trouble. The tattooed bad boy next door just looks like trouble, especially when she runs into him after a fight.

Just like India, Rod had a rough childhood and grew up a little wild. He's mostly reformed, but it's diff India is trying to put her life back together and move on after the tragic murder of her husband.

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