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Ty & Hunter
Sealed with a Kiss
On the outside, Molly Gifford has it all—a hot legal career and Daniel Hunter, her equally hot boyfriend. But what she really wants is a family. So when she discovers her real father, she doesn't hesitate to pack her bags. Even though it means leaving her old life behind…
A year later Daniel Hunter's still trying to get on with his life. Then Molly shows up at his door, begging for help. Her newfound father is under arrest for murder, and she's convinced Hunter is the only attorney with the skill and reputation to get him off.
Hunter can't resist helping an innocent man. But this time he'll be the one walking away—even if it breaks both their hearts to do it…
A year later Daniel Hunter's still trying to get on with his life. Then Molly shows up at his door, begging for help. Her newfound father is under arrest for murder, and she's convinced Hunter is the only attorney with the skill and reputation to get him off.
Hunter can't resist helping an innocent man. But this time he'll be the one walking away—even if it breaks both their hearts to do it…
366 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published September 1, 2007
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Carly Phillips
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December 11, 2019
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November 10, 2008
Rating: 3.5 / 5
One thing you can always expect from a Carly Phillips book is that it'll be a light-hearted, sweet, sexy romance. Sealed With A Kiss definitely follows along that line. Though I do have to say that this book is a little more angsty in the beginning, and a little more emotionally deep than many of her other books.
If you plan to read this book, I'd highly recommend reading Phillips' book Cross My Heart first, as the two are connected. Not plot-wise, but character wise. Readers first meet the hero and heroine of Sealed With A Kiss in the previous book and there are a lot of references in this book to their prior interactions and events that happened between them. I read the last book quite a while ago, and though I remember enough about the book, the details of Molly and Hunter's relationship were quite fuzzy and it annoyed me that I couldn't remember more.
Anyway, in Sealed With A Kiss, it's been eight months since Molly left Hunter and his proposal behind in order to find the sense of family that has always been missing from her life. And she did find it with the discovery of her biological father and his family. But now her father stands accused of murder and Molly knows that Hunter, a great defense attorney, is the only person who can help clear his name. What she doesn't know is if he will help after how she left him.
At first, Hunter says no, but after one meeting with Molly, he realizes he still hasn't gotten her out from under his skin. So he agrees to help with the full intention that he'd allow her back into his life, but that this time he would be the one to walk away before she leaves him again. And he knows she will. No matter how happy Molly may say she is, Hunter knows that she still hasn't gotten over her issues and sense of need. Between her issues and his own - arising from being abandoned as a child - the two have a long path before they can find happiness together.
I really can't think of much to say about this book. It was pretty good. I didn't struggle through reading it...actually finished fairly quickly. And there was some yummy, hot sex. But for me, it just didn't have any kind of special zing to it. It was just kind of a sweet romance that I enjoyed reading, but not one that stood out in any way.
I liked the characters and storyline, and I thought it had a nice level of emotional development. It's a nice read for when you want something lighter and less serious, something that'll give you a smile and a sigh.
One thing you can always expect from a Carly Phillips book is that it'll be a light-hearted, sweet, sexy romance. Sealed With A Kiss definitely follows along that line. Though I do have to say that this book is a little more angsty in the beginning, and a little more emotionally deep than many of her other books.
If you plan to read this book, I'd highly recommend reading Phillips' book Cross My Heart first, as the two are connected. Not plot-wise, but character wise. Readers first meet the hero and heroine of Sealed With A Kiss in the previous book and there are a lot of references in this book to their prior interactions and events that happened between them. I read the last book quite a while ago, and though I remember enough about the book, the details of Molly and Hunter's relationship were quite fuzzy and it annoyed me that I couldn't remember more.
Anyway, in Sealed With A Kiss, it's been eight months since Molly left Hunter and his proposal behind in order to find the sense of family that has always been missing from her life. And she did find it with the discovery of her biological father and his family. But now her father stands accused of murder and Molly knows that Hunter, a great defense attorney, is the only person who can help clear his name. What she doesn't know is if he will help after how she left him.
At first, Hunter says no, but after one meeting with Molly, he realizes he still hasn't gotten her out from under his skin. So he agrees to help with the full intention that he'd allow her back into his life, but that this time he would be the one to walk away before she leaves him again. And he knows she will. No matter how happy Molly may say she is, Hunter knows that she still hasn't gotten over her issues and sense of need. Between her issues and his own - arising from being abandoned as a child - the two have a long path before they can find happiness together.
I really can't think of much to say about this book. It was pretty good. I didn't struggle through reading it...actually finished fairly quickly. And there was some yummy, hot sex. But for me, it just didn't have any kind of special zing to it. It was just kind of a sweet romance that I enjoyed reading, but not one that stood out in any way.
I liked the characters and storyline, and I thought it had a nice level of emotional development. It's a nice read for when you want something lighter and less serious, something that'll give you a smile and a sigh.
February 13, 2019
I wonder how I was able to finish the book. I hated the main characters and some things seemed a little far-fetched. But I will focus only on the main characters because they are the essence of the book.
Hunter. The only sour thing in Cross my heart was the epilogue because it was mentioned that after Molly left he started sleeping around like his life depended on it. That was strike one. Strike two came when the book began with him waking up next to his "sleeping" buddy and Molly knocking on his door and finding him with her. Strike three came when his strategy was to leave Molly as she did to him and in the next second he was all mussy and had completely forgotten his plan. The only good thing about him is that he pushed Molly to get over her issues.
Molly. When you spend most of the book knowing that the heroine wouldn't choose the hero over other people because she was holding them on higher esteem, you know that something is wrong with the book or at least the heroine. She has issues and doesn't really do anything to solve them which is bad. I did not like her character and I don't think that she loved or cared for Hunter as much as he did for her.
I didn't get all the drama that came when Molly left. She and Hunter didn't have a relationship or something and they had just gotten close to each other after years on him asking her out and her refusing. Overall the book was not for me and Ty's book was better. I wish we had seen him more.
Hunter. The only sour thing in Cross my heart was the epilogue because it was mentioned that after Molly left he started sleeping around like his life depended on it. That was strike one. Strike two came when the book began with him waking up next to his "sleeping" buddy and Molly knocking on his door and finding him with her. Strike three came when his strategy was to leave Molly as she did to him and in the next second he was all mussy and had completely forgotten his plan. The only good thing about him is that he pushed Molly to get over her issues.
Molly. When you spend most of the book knowing that the heroine wouldn't choose the hero over other people because she was holding them on higher esteem, you know that something is wrong with the book or at least the heroine. She has issues and doesn't really do anything to solve them which is bad. I did not like her character and I don't think that she loved or cared for Hunter as much as he did for her.
I didn't get all the drama that came when Molly left. She and Hunter didn't have a relationship or something and they had just gotten close to each other after years on him asking her out and her refusing. Overall the book was not for me and Ty's book was better. I wish we had seen him more.
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February 14, 2019This is not a romance when you have Hero sleeping around with OP and an indifferent heroine. Will never read because of Sofia's excellent review! Thanks for the heads-up hon!
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September 19, 2017
2nd book in the series. Just as great as the first one.
February 16, 2019
Hunter and Molly had unfinished business. Their relationship was different from any others that I’ve read because these two had feelings for each other but have never been a couple but yet it seems like they always were. They both had issues from their childhood that they carried around into adulthood and affected things. It was a bit complicated and in the midst of all that Molly broke Hunter’s heart.
Then Molly needs Hunter’s help in a personal matter at which at first he wasn’t willing to help her but his feelings for her no matter what was stronger. Molly has changed for the better and had gotten some closure about her childhood and she was determined to win Hunter but he was being very careful. But in the end he couldn’t resist her.
This was a quick read but packed with so many feelings and suspense that will have you turning the pages wondering what’s next.
Then Molly needs Hunter’s help in a personal matter at which at first he wasn’t willing to help her but his feelings for her no matter what was stronger. Molly has changed for the better and had gotten some closure about her childhood and she was determined to win Hunter but he was being very careful. But in the end he couldn’t resist her.
This was a quick read but packed with so many feelings and suspense that will have you turning the pages wondering what’s next.
February 18, 2019
We first meet Hunter and Molly in Cross my Heart and to say their story started out rough was an understatement. However, these two are truly meant for each other. I felt it within every page and every conversation and every action these two have. I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book after reading Cross my Heart. I literally read this book in one sitting. I think the only time I got up was to use the bathroom and get more coffee. Yes, Ms. Phillips is really that good at her story telling. I honestly wouldn't change one thing about this book. Other than maybe I just want more. That's just because I'm greedy and never want Ms. Phillips' books to end. They could go on and on and on and I would be more than happy. Highly recommend this series and really all of this author's books!!
Review by Tabitha
Review by Tabitha
May 12, 2009
Molly is a woman that has been searching for love and acceptance all of her life. Raised in Boarding schools and without much contact from her parents she needs that in her life. When she finds out that the man she thought was her father isn't, she is angry and hurt. But he tells her who her real father is and where to find him. What she finds when she goes to Connecticut to see her real father is a careing loveing man, who has been widowed for years but has raised two beautiful daughters with the help of his mother (the commander). He completely accepts Molly and brings her into his home and makes her apart of the family, even if the littlest sister is a teen-age brat.
Molly's father (the General) is accused of murdering his best friend and buisness partner. And the only man she can think of that can get her father off is Daniel Hunter. But Molly left Hunter a year ago, and his offer to go anywhere with her to start a new life, to find her family and find herself. But that isn't exactly what she has done. though she found the family, she isn't her real self for them. And she hasn't dealt with her self absorbed Mother either.
Hunter was devistated when Molly left him. He has lived hard and fast since she left, trying to drowned out his loss, but it hasn't worked. When Molly shows up on his doorstep asking for his help she finds his home a wreck and a woman in his bed. Yikes! She can't get out of there fast enough. But Hunter follows her down to her car and confronts her. He is still the same Sexy and irresistable man from last year even if he needs a shave and shower and a housekeeper. But he is wary of takeing on the case because of his past feelings for Molly.
Molly goes home thinking that Hunter isn't going to take the case and that she is back to square one for her fathers defense. But Hunter shows up dispite being nervous about his feelings for Molly and how she can hurt him again. Thinking that he can get her out of his system and leave her behind. But that isn't as easy as he thought. She worms her way back into his heart and so does her family. But he can see there is still work for her to do to find herself and deal with her Mother. So when the case is resolved he heads back home and leaves Molly there to figure out what she is going to do with herself and her life. Will she figure all of this out and be able to give herself to Hunter whole and intact? You need to read this fun and inspireing book to see.
Molly's father (the General) is accused of murdering his best friend and buisness partner. And the only man she can think of that can get her father off is Daniel Hunter. But Molly left Hunter a year ago, and his offer to go anywhere with her to start a new life, to find her family and find herself. But that isn't exactly what she has done. though she found the family, she isn't her real self for them. And she hasn't dealt with her self absorbed Mother either.
Hunter was devistated when Molly left him. He has lived hard and fast since she left, trying to drowned out his loss, but it hasn't worked. When Molly shows up on his doorstep asking for his help she finds his home a wreck and a woman in his bed. Yikes! She can't get out of there fast enough. But Hunter follows her down to her car and confronts her. He is still the same Sexy and irresistable man from last year even if he needs a shave and shower and a housekeeper. But he is wary of takeing on the case because of his past feelings for Molly.
Molly goes home thinking that Hunter isn't going to take the case and that she is back to square one for her fathers defense. But Hunter shows up dispite being nervous about his feelings for Molly and how she can hurt him again. Thinking that he can get her out of his system and leave her behind. But that isn't as easy as he thought. She worms her way back into his heart and so does her family. But he can see there is still work for her to do to find herself and deal with her Mother. So when the case is resolved he heads back home and leaves Molly there to figure out what she is going to do with herself and her life. Will she figure all of this out and be able to give herself to Hunter whole and intact? You need to read this fun and inspireing book to see.
February 9, 2019
Molly left everything behind to find herself but she wasn't expecting things to go the way they have. The man she thought was her father turns out not to be and he leads her to the man that actually is her dad. Molly decides to find him and hopes to form a loving and lasting relationship, something that has been sorely missing in her life. Not only does she find him she now has two half sisters and a grandmother to boot. When her father is accused of murder and is arrested she learns quickly that the attorney they hired to help him isn't worth his weight. She decides to turn to the man who tried to be a part of her life but who she turned down and left behind so that she could find herself. When a knock came to Hunter's door he wasn't expecting for it to be Molly. He hasn't seen her in close to a year and is still hurting from her departure. He doesn't want to help her out but being the nice guy that he is he can't just leave her hanging. He tells her that he will help but as far as they are concerned there is nothing to talk about. Follow along as the two try to help Molly's father and at the same time figure out just how they feel about each other. Hunter still has feelings, he never lost them but he doesn't want to get hurt again. Molly still hasn't found what she is looking for and although she has feelings for Hunter she doesn't know what to do about them. Will the two talk and let their true feelings show or will Hunter leave town saying bye to Molly forever? This was a touching read that had you cheering for the two to end up together. You couldn't help but wan them to figure it all out and come together in the end.
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.
February 17, 2019
This is another reissue that is perfectly refreshing and up to date. This second chance romance has everything you need in a read, romance, suspense, drama, twists, turns, and humor. Hunter and Molly went to law school together and were involved until Molly left to find her biological father. When she discovers he is being accused of murder the only person she feels can help is Hunter but will he put aside the fact she left him and actually help her now. Hunter does not want to get sucked into the drama but he cannot let Molly deal with this alone but he is not going to let his heart get involved again. Yea, right. It was so much fun to watch these two circle each other and figure everything out. This one can be read as a standalone but I really recommend you read Cross My Heart first for some of the back story and because it is a great book too! Definitely a great two-book series!
**Received this ARC for review**
**Received this ARC for review**
February 11, 2019
SEALED WITH A KISS by Carly Phillips is book Two in the Ty and Hunter Series. This is the story of Molly Gifford and Daniel Hunter. I have read the previous book 'Cross My Heart' which Hunter and Molly were in so that added to my enjoyment of this book.
Molly and Hunter were friends moving forward to something more when Molly up and left to find out about her real father. Now she is back asking for his help when that biological father is being accused of killing someone. Hunter and Molly both went through law school together and now Hunter is a successful lawyer. Hunter still hurt by her leaving does agree finally to help her which puts them working closely together again. Enjoyed reading their story.
Molly and Hunter were friends moving forward to something more when Molly up and left to find out about her real father. Now she is back asking for his help when that biological father is being accused of killing someone. Hunter and Molly both went through law school together and now Hunter is a successful lawyer. Hunter still hurt by her leaving does agree finally to help her which puts them working closely together again. Enjoyed reading their story.
February 13, 2019
4.5 Stars
I loved reading Sealed with a Kiss but before I go any further and to get the full jist of Molly and Hunter's story I would highly recommend reading Cross My Heart first as they are secondary characters in that story.
Molly Gifford and Daniel Hunter both had it tough growing up. Daniel in and out of foster homes and juvi and Molly with parents that could never really be bothered with her leaving them both with relationship issues.
When Hunter laid his heart on the line with Molly she upped and left. Now she's on his door step needing his help. Can Hunter put the past behind him and help Molly and will the love they both still blatantly still carry for each other get a second chance.
A great second chance romance from Carly Phillips that will not disappoint.
I loved reading Sealed with a Kiss but before I go any further and to get the full jist of Molly and Hunter's story I would highly recommend reading Cross My Heart first as they are secondary characters in that story.
Molly Gifford and Daniel Hunter both had it tough growing up. Daniel in and out of foster homes and juvi and Molly with parents that could never really be bothered with her leaving them both with relationship issues.
When Hunter laid his heart on the line with Molly she upped and left. Now she's on his door step needing his help. Can Hunter put the past behind him and help Molly and will the love they both still blatantly still carry for each other get a second chance.
A great second chance romance from Carly Phillips that will not disappoint.
February 20, 2019
Molly and Daniel have great chemistry and a good friendship throughout their years together in law school. Molly leaves Hunter behind in search of herself and her real father. Her mother is a selfish woman who only calls Molly when she needs something and has never really taught her about unconditional love or the love of a family.
Molly finds her real father and loves in with him, his mom and daughters trying to find her place in the family.
Her dad is arrested for murder so she asks Hunter to represent him and help her proof his innocence.
This gives Hunter time with Molly and gives them a chance to get to really know each other.
This was a really great read. Full of suspense, drama and a couple of family secrets.
Molly finds her real father and loves in with him, his mom and daughters trying to find her place in the family.
Her dad is arrested for murder so she asks Hunter to represent him and help her proof his innocence.
This gives Hunter time with Molly and gives them a chance to get to really know each other.
This was a really great read. Full of suspense, drama and a couple of family secrets.
February 12, 2019
I really really loved Molly and Hunter!
LOL Double really, just sayin! And the story-line was very entertaining and realistic. I’m making sure to say that so you guys understand this story, although crazy at time, was not beyond the realm of possibility nor do you have to suspend any kind of reality to say *that could happen* LOL But crazy it was …. Crazy FUN! SO MUCH! The mystery and suspense, the family, Hunter and Molly … all of it. Just plain cute!
Solid 4.5 stars (almost 5 so I'm rounding up lol) for this re-read!
Copy provided by the author for review team purpose
Solid 4.5 stars (almost 5 so I'm rounding up lol) for this re-read!
Copy provided by the author for review team purpose
April 29, 2011
Review by Jen:
Sealed with a Kiss is Carly Phillips' follow up to one of my favorite books of 2006, Cross My Heart. Each book stands alone, but as usual it probably makes a lot more sense if you read them in order since the main characters have parts in both stories.
Molly has a budding career and a great boyfriend, Hunter, but what she wants most is a family. So, when she discovers her real father, she leaves everything-and everyone-behind. A year later, Hunter is still not over Molly. She shows up on his door step asking for his help, as a lawyer, when he father is arrested for murder. Hunter can't resist the challenge, but is determined to be the person to walk away in the end.
I liked this book. Not as much as Cross My Heart, but it is still a good story. It was an interesting change to see both characters already in love with each other from the beginning, but fighting the attraction because they don't want to get hurt again. The romance part of the story was lacking for me. Since they were already in love with each other, it was more a case of spending time together to realize what they have. So, most of the story was concentrating on solving the murder mystery. And Ms. Phillips does a commendable job is creating an interesting and, while not very deep (this isn't strictly a mystery novel after all), well-written tale.
Sealed with a Kiss is Carly Phillips' follow up to one of my favorite books of 2006, Cross My Heart. Each book stands alone, but as usual it probably makes a lot more sense if you read them in order since the main characters have parts in both stories.
Molly has a budding career and a great boyfriend, Hunter, but what she wants most is a family. So, when she discovers her real father, she leaves everything-and everyone-behind. A year later, Hunter is still not over Molly. She shows up on his door step asking for his help, as a lawyer, when he father is arrested for murder. Hunter can't resist the challenge, but is determined to be the person to walk away in the end.
I liked this book. Not as much as Cross My Heart, but it is still a good story. It was an interesting change to see both characters already in love with each other from the beginning, but fighting the attraction because they don't want to get hurt again. The romance part of the story was lacking for me. Since they were already in love with each other, it was more a case of spending time together to realize what they have. So, most of the story was concentrating on solving the murder mystery. And Ms. Phillips does a commendable job is creating an interesting and, while not very deep (this isn't strictly a mystery novel after all), well-written tale.
July 30, 2009
Nope, not my cup of tea. I am seriously asking myself why I even bother to get any of Carly Phillips' books lately since she basically just writes crap lately. This is no exception!
The story is practically non-existent, and even if it was it is ridiculous. You're wondering from the start what it is with these people. Gosh, just get it on and shut the fuck up. I was this close to scream at them. Really. During the whole book you don't see any change at all. Of course in the end, everything is fine (which I expect and like usually) but here? I was just glad that damn book was over.
Seriously, what is CP thinking lately? Not only is the story crap and the protagonists are blank, stupid, blunt and everything else you can think of but even Phillips' writing style is sooo bad. Even a first class girl could write that stuff.
Man, I am not sure if I wanna ever read a book by her again. Probably not in the near future anyhow.
But if you ever wanna try her out, start and finish with the HOT ZONE series because those 4 books are the only ones worth reading!
Trust me!
The story is practically non-existent, and even if it was it is ridiculous. You're wondering from the start what it is with these people. Gosh, just get it on and shut the fuck up. I was this close to scream at them. Really. During the whole book you don't see any change at all. Of course in the end, everything is fine (which I expect and like usually) but here? I was just glad that damn book was over.
Seriously, what is CP thinking lately? Not only is the story crap and the protagonists are blank, stupid, blunt and everything else you can think of but even Phillips' writing style is sooo bad. Even a first class girl could write that stuff.
Man, I am not sure if I wanna ever read a book by her again. Probably not in the near future anyhow.
But if you ever wanna try her out, start and finish with the HOT ZONE series because those 4 books are the only ones worth reading!
Trust me!
March 8, 2012
Sesuai prediksi waktu baca buku pertama, buku kedua jauh lebih bagus dari buku pertama. Feel n emosi semua tokoh kerasa, dialognya pas (ada kocaknya, ada sedihnya, ada marahnya) - paling ngakak waktu adegan burung beonya bersuara soal percakapan antara Molly dan Hunter waktu uhuk" ;D. Ga nyesel baca n beli buku ini, dari awal bab sampe akhir, bisa mengisi kekosongan bacaan setelah kecewa dgn byknya novel" Stephanie Laurens terbitan Dastan yg sangat mengecewakan. Walau jika dibanding buku pertama, buku ini lebih menonjolkan sisi kekeluargaan dan romance (cerita soal kasus jadi hanya sekedar latar atau pelengkap saja), setidaknya tidak nanggung seperti buku pertama, mo diblg romance-suspense, tapi kok suspence n romancenya ga kuat. Nah buku ini memang condong ke romance, tapi enak utk dibaca. Moga temans tertarik dan suka juga setelah membaca buku ini seperti saya. kekeke.... \^o^/
September 3, 2013
Molly Gifford has a hot legal career and Daniel Hunter. Everything but a family. She discovers the where abouts of her real father, and packs her bags to find him, leaving her life and Daniel behind. A year later Daniel Hunter's still trying to get on with his life. So when Molly shows up at his door, begging for help, for her father,Hunter is a bit put off. But Hunter can't resist helping an innocent man. But this time he's going to do in his way. He plans on being the one to walk away..
Such a talented author, Carly does it again. True to her style, Carly weaves an awesome story that gets you caught up right in the middle. Her characters are real, the plot is real, and her story line
is real. You will love Molly, Daniel, Jesse, the General, and even the commander. It makes you believe in true love again. 5 stars.
Such a talented author, Carly does it again. True to her style, Carly weaves an awesome story that gets you caught up right in the middle. Her characters are real, the plot is real, and her story line
is real. You will love Molly, Daniel, Jesse, the General, and even the commander. It makes you believe in true love again. 5 stars.
January 6, 2012
I really liked this book, but I think it helped that most of the story was included in the first book of the series. In this book, it went straight to the point. Since the history was already there, there was no need to repeat it. This one was fun, sad, funny and charming. I really like Molly and Hunter. Great team with a great supporting cast that didn't overwhelm the main charcters. Thanks for another great read!
May 1, 2013
As predicted in my review of Cross my Heart, Sealed with a Kiss was WAY more entertaining and believable. Both Hunter and Molly's story were well developed and did not seem so far-fetched to me. But that's just my opinion.....
June 25, 2023
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the ships we encounter today are; They are large, robust and self-propelled watercraft used to transport cargo across the seas and oceans. This was not the case hundreds of years ago, and current ships went through centuries of development until they became what they are today.
In ancient times, sailors used rafts, bamboo logs, reed bales, inflated animal hides, and baskets covered with pitch to cross small bodies of water.
As a matter of fact, the first boat; it was in the form of a simple frame made of interconnected rods and sewn animal hides that skillfully covered them. These boats could easily carry large and heavy loads. Information about similar old boat examples; You can find it among bull boats, Eskimo canoes, and British Islander merchant ships on the North American plains. In addition to these, another old-style boat is the one carved from the log and the ends of which are sharpened. Some of these were 60 feet (approx. 18 m) long.
When we look at the history of seafaring in ancient times, we come across a very interesting study of human strength and survival instincts. For example, in ancient times, the simple shovel mechanism we know was not used. Instead, people used their hands to move through the water in tiny boats. They propelled their rafts forward, pushing the masts to the bottom of the rivers. Increasingly, using his creative instincts and ingenuity, man redesigned the posts by straightening them and widening one end, thus making it usable in deeper waters. Later, this form was masterfully redeveloped and the blade fixed to the sides of the boat was transformed into the shape of a wide oar.
Invention of the sail
The invention of the sail was the greatest turning point in maritime history. Sails replaced human muscle movements, and sailboats were able to travel longer with heavier loads. The first ships used square sails, which were best suited to sail downwind. Side sails were invented later.
The Egyptians credit the emergence of advanced sailing cargo ships. These were made by connecting and stitching together small pieces of wood. These cargo ships were used to transport large stone pillars used in the construction of monuments.
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the ships we encounter today are; They are large, robust and self-propelled watercraft used to transport cargo across the seas and oceans. This was not the case hundreds of years ago, and current ships went through centuries of development until they became what they are today.
In ancient times, sailors used rafts, bamboo logs, reed bales, inflated animal hides, and baskets covered with pitch to cross small bodies of water.
As a matter of fact, the first boat; it was in the form of a simple frame made of interconnected rods and sewn animal hides that skillfully covered them. These boats could easily carry large and heavy loads. Information about similar old boat examples; You can find it among bull boats, Eskimo canoes, and British Islander merchant ships on the North American plains. In addition to these, another old-style boat is the one carved from the log and the ends of which are sharpened. Some of these were 60 feet (approx. 18 m) long.
When we look at the history of seafaring in ancient times, we come across a very interesting study of human strength and survival instincts. For example, in ancient times, the simple shovel mechanism we know was not used. Instead, people used their hands to move through the water in tiny boats. They propelled their rafts forward, pushing the masts to the bottom of the rivers. Increasingly, using his creative instincts and ingenuity, man redesigned the posts by straightening them and widening one end, thus making it usable in deeper waters. Later, this form was masterfully redeveloped and the blade fixed to the sides of the boat was transformed into the shape of a wide oar.
Invention of the sail
The invention of the sail was the greatest turning point in maritime history. Sails replaced human muscle movements, and sailboats were able to travel longer with heavier loads. The first ships used square sails, which were best suited to sail downwind. Side sails were invented later.
The Egyptians credit the emergence of advanced sailing cargo ships. These were made by connecting and stitching together small pieces of wood. These cargo ships were used to transport large stone pillars used in the construction of monuments.
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November 10, 2016
If i haven't read the first book (Ty and Lacey's story in Cross My heart) or it wasn't still fresh on my mind, i would have probably rated this book higher. But with the previous book's lead-in and its characters' charm and likability, it made rooting for Hunter and Molly a little challenging.
Hunter, like it says in the book, is a natural charmer, and i liked him even in the first book. Molly, on the other hand, can get on someone's nerves. If it weren't for her endearing family, and yes, that includes Jessie, and her relationship with Hunter, i'd describe Molly as someone i'm not interested in meeting and becoming her friend.
I wish more highlight was given to Molly and her growing relationship with her dad. His storyline served as a great way for Molly and Hunter to reconnect, but a good father-daughter reconnection could have been explored more.
Sealed With a Kiss had its good points though. I'm glad the author didn't make an attempt of trying to make this book a mysterious murder story. I already knew who killed Paul from the beginning and it kinda helped me focus on Molly's relationships with her family and Hunter more.
The epilogue (which left out an update of Edna! Ugh!) by Jessie was a little off, although it was understandable (she had her own POV sections in the book). I thought that might have been the author's way of hinting of a possible three-quel that features Jessie (although i haven't seen any blurb about this yet).
Overall, SWAK was okay. Not really bad, but not great either. Simply okay. It would have worked best if it were a stand-alone novel. Because between the series' two main couples, Jessie's line from the epilogue is a kinda telling: "...but I hope I meet a guy who loves me that much one day." She was talking about Ty and Lacey.
As a recommendation, if you've read Cross My Heart first, i suggest you take some time before taking on SWAK. And if you happened to come across this book first, hurry up and start reading Cross My Heart first.
Hunter, like it says in the book, is a natural charmer, and i liked him even in the first book. Molly, on the other hand, can get on someone's nerves. If it weren't for her endearing family, and yes, that includes Jessie, and her relationship with Hunter, i'd describe Molly as someone i'm not interested in meeting and becoming her friend.
I wish more highlight was given to Molly and her growing relationship with her dad. His storyline served as a great way for Molly and Hunter to reconnect, but a good father-daughter reconnection could have been explored more.
Sealed With a Kiss had its good points though. I'm glad the author didn't make an attempt of trying to make this book a mysterious murder story. I already knew who killed Paul from the beginning and it kinda helped me focus on Molly's relationships with her family and Hunter more.
The epilogue (which left out an update of Edna! Ugh!) by Jessie was a little off, although it was understandable (she had her own POV sections in the book). I thought that might have been the author's way of hinting of a possible three-quel that features Jessie (although i haven't seen any blurb about this yet).
Overall, SWAK was okay. Not really bad, but not great either. Simply okay. It would have worked best if it were a stand-alone novel. Because between the series' two main couples, Jessie's line from the epilogue is a kinda telling: "...but I hope I meet a guy who loves me that much one day." She was talking about Ty and Lacey.
As a recommendation, if you've read Cross My Heart first, i suggest you take some time before taking on SWAK. And if you happened to come across this book first, hurry up and start reading Cross My Heart first.
February 11, 2019
If you have read Cross my Heart then you would know who Hunter and Molly are. Then if you haven’t read it then stop right here and go read them because you will need the full effect of their story. Hunter has had a hard life of foster homes, juvenile detention and being scared straight. He knew his life needed to change so he became a lawyer for the people who he believes need to be fought for. Molly is a lawyer also who Hunter met in law school. They were always in competition with one another but all that time Hunter had a crush on Molly. When they are living in the same town, they start a relationship on shaky ground. At the end of Cross my Heart, Molly leaves Hunter behind with a broken heart. Molly thinks she needs to find a family and when she gets the chance, she takes it. All good things can be too good to be true when Molly’s father is arrested for murder. Who does she turn to for help? Hunter and he isn’t up for helping the ex that left him without a backwards glance. He knows though if you want to move on from the past then he needs to face Molly and get the closure he deserves. Their chemistry is intense and Hunter tries to keep it under control so that Molly won’t hurt him again.
While helping Molly though he finally learns what her baggage is about and tries to make her see life is not all about needing a family to fulfill all your needs. There is more to life than losing yourself just to make other people happy. With Molly and Hunter trying to navigate their love life and get the charges drop against her father there is something lurking beneath the surface. I like their story and Hunter is a guy you would want in your corner. Molly I didn’t care for her character too much because she was all about pleasing her new family instead of being herself. They both have issues that they need to face and conquer it. Their story is one of finding your place in the world without losing yourself. I like this one but I think Cross my Heart was the better story.
While helping Molly though he finally learns what her baggage is about and tries to make her see life is not all about needing a family to fulfill all your needs. There is more to life than losing yourself just to make other people happy. With Molly and Hunter trying to navigate their love life and get the charges drop against her father there is something lurking beneath the surface. I like their story and Hunter is a guy you would want in your corner. Molly I didn’t care for her character too much because she was all about pleasing her new family instead of being herself. They both have issues that they need to face and conquer it. Their story is one of finding your place in the world without losing yourself. I like this one but I think Cross my Heart was the better story.
February 10, 2019
Sealed with a Kiss
Imagine going through an entire lifetime thinking one man was your father and then also having a mother who thought of you.... or didn’t really think of you as she was too busy with one man or another. That’s what Molly Gifford has to come to terms with in her late twenties. It now makes sense that her “dad” never treated her like his own, only sending the occasional birthday card and sporadic phone calls. He finally gives her the gift of her biological father’s name.
Molly leaves her life in New York behind and travels yo Connecticut to find the father she never knew existed. Leaving behind her best friend Daniel Hunter. Molly can’t find love and happiness until she finds herself.
Eight months after Molly finds her real family, tragedy strikes with her father’s business partner being found murdered. And General Frank Addams, Molly’s father is arrested for the crime. After feeling her fathers attorney is inadequate, Molly decides to call the best criminal defense attorney in NY state, Daniel Hunter, or Hunter ash is friends call him.
Hunter is reluctant to help Molly since she broke his heart by leaving him last year but he also can’t say no. He travels to CT to meet the family. After learning about the man Frank is, he knows he needs to take the case. Hunter stays in the family home with Molly, her grandmother, the Commander and Jessie, Molly’s teenage sister. Their other sister Robyn is away at college.
The police have no evidence against Frank, just a strong motive, the oldest one in time: money. Paul Markham, the deceased, had milked the company dry. There was no murder weapon found and no one could place Frank at the office that night.
Enter Hunter. He decides he has to help the General even if it means ripping his heart out by being so close to Molly, again.
I will not give away more info.... just that this book does have a happy ending. A must read.
Imagine going through an entire lifetime thinking one man was your father and then also having a mother who thought of you.... or didn’t really think of you as she was too busy with one man or another. That’s what Molly Gifford has to come to terms with in her late twenties. It now makes sense that her “dad” never treated her like his own, only sending the occasional birthday card and sporadic phone calls. He finally gives her the gift of her biological father’s name.
Molly leaves her life in New York behind and travels yo Connecticut to find the father she never knew existed. Leaving behind her best friend Daniel Hunter. Molly can’t find love and happiness until she finds herself.
Eight months after Molly finds her real family, tragedy strikes with her father’s business partner being found murdered. And General Frank Addams, Molly’s father is arrested for the crime. After feeling her fathers attorney is inadequate, Molly decides to call the best criminal defense attorney in NY state, Daniel Hunter, or Hunter ash is friends call him.
Hunter is reluctant to help Molly since she broke his heart by leaving him last year but he also can’t say no. He travels to CT to meet the family. After learning about the man Frank is, he knows he needs to take the case. Hunter stays in the family home with Molly, her grandmother, the Commander and Jessie, Molly’s teenage sister. Their other sister Robyn is away at college.
The police have no evidence against Frank, just a strong motive, the oldest one in time: money. Paul Markham, the deceased, had milked the company dry. There was no murder weapon found and no one could place Frank at the office that night.
Enter Hunter. He decides he has to help the General even if it means ripping his heart out by being so close to Molly, again.
I will not give away more info.... just that this book does have a happy ending. A must read.
February 12, 2019
What do you do when your father is arrested for the murder of his best friend and business partner? Why, you call your own best friend, of course, who also happens to be the best criminal attorney you know and your ex! That’s what Molly did in Carly Phillip’s book Sealed with a Kiss. She also hoped that he would take the case and was the first step to them getting back together.
Their relationship was a long one . . . it ranged from law school through working together in his hometown through her running away to “find” herself. Of course, Daniel Hunter, aka Hunter, views her run as another abandonment. He has grown up in foster homes where he heard all his life that he would “never amount to anything.” After being removed from his last foster home based on a revenge action from a wealthy member of the community, he determined to prove everyone wrong. His success as an attorney has proven his worth. Along the way, he became enamored of Molly who was so focused on her career that she forever rejected his advances. He was not deterred. In fact, she was secretly hoping he would someday be successful and was warming up to him when her mother’s world fell apart and she decided to move on.
What Hunter did not know was that after leaving, she learned that the person who raised her as a father wrote to her and told her that he was not her biological father and told her who her father was and where she could find him. Her real father and his family accepted her into their fold and it was her real father who is arrested for murder, thus bringing Molly to get Hunter involved with her new family.
The slow progress and loving environment of the family makes it challenging for Hunter to keep to his stand to avoid entanglements with Molly as he defends her father. How will this relationship work out? How will Hunter’s other friends fit into his scheming and work? Will Molly’s family accept Hunter into their fold? Lots of twists and turns as this story unfolds.
Their relationship was a long one . . . it ranged from law school through working together in his hometown through her running away to “find” herself. Of course, Daniel Hunter, aka Hunter, views her run as another abandonment. He has grown up in foster homes where he heard all his life that he would “never amount to anything.” After being removed from his last foster home based on a revenge action from a wealthy member of the community, he determined to prove everyone wrong. His success as an attorney has proven his worth. Along the way, he became enamored of Molly who was so focused on her career that she forever rejected his advances. He was not deterred. In fact, she was secretly hoping he would someday be successful and was warming up to him when her mother’s world fell apart and she decided to move on.
What Hunter did not know was that after leaving, she learned that the person who raised her as a father wrote to her and told her that he was not her biological father and told her who her father was and where she could find him. Her real father and his family accepted her into their fold and it was her real father who is arrested for murder, thus bringing Molly to get Hunter involved with her new family.
The slow progress and loving environment of the family makes it challenging for Hunter to keep to his stand to avoid entanglements with Molly as he defends her father. How will this relationship work out? How will Hunter’s other friends fit into his scheming and work? Will Molly’s family accept Hunter into their fold? Lots of twists and turns as this story unfolds.
February 2, 2019
Although it’s not necessary, for maximum enjoyment please read “Cross My Heart” before reading “Sealed With A Kiss” as you will get a better understanding of Hunter and Molly’s past experiences that shape the story in this book.
What an exhilarating story! I really couldn’t put it down! It has everything: love, family drama, murder/mystery, witty/funny scenes and exceptionally well written love scenes that will make your toes curl! I laughed out loud, I cried, I was captivated by a wonderfully complex story line!
Hunter and Molly went to law school together. Forever, Hunter has been captivated by Molly, and she by him. Hunter is an exceptional lawyer with an excellent reputation, and he practices in his hometown where he is close to his friends who are the “only family” he has. A year ago, while Molly was also living in his hometown, she helped untangle the mystery affecting Ty and Lacey (re: “Cross My Heart), and she and Hunter became close, but now she has moved away to find herself, and to get to know her biological father and her other family. When her father is accused of murder, Molly turns to the only man who she trusts to help. Hunter was crushed when Molly left him to find herself, but he can’t turn his back on the only woman who affects him this way, therefore, he decides to join Molly and her family as they solve the mystery behind the murder of their neighbor and friend. While Hunter and Molly’s relationship evolves further, will Hunter be able to come to terms with his past? Will he be able to get Molly to come to terms with her past as well? Because without this, he doesn’t think that they have a chance for a future… Again, absolutely loved this story! Bravo Carly!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
What an exhilarating story! I really couldn’t put it down! It has everything: love, family drama, murder/mystery, witty/funny scenes and exceptionally well written love scenes that will make your toes curl! I laughed out loud, I cried, I was captivated by a wonderfully complex story line!
Hunter and Molly went to law school together. Forever, Hunter has been captivated by Molly, and she by him. Hunter is an exceptional lawyer with an excellent reputation, and he practices in his hometown where he is close to his friends who are the “only family” he has. A year ago, while Molly was also living in his hometown, she helped untangle the mystery affecting Ty and Lacey (re: “Cross My Heart), and she and Hunter became close, but now she has moved away to find herself, and to get to know her biological father and her other family. When her father is accused of murder, Molly turns to the only man who she trusts to help. Hunter was crushed when Molly left him to find herself, but he can’t turn his back on the only woman who affects him this way, therefore, he decides to join Molly and her family as they solve the mystery behind the murder of their neighbor and friend. While Hunter and Molly’s relationship evolves further, will Hunter be able to come to terms with his past? Will he be able to get Molly to come to terms with her past as well? Because without this, he doesn’t think that they have a chance for a future… Again, absolutely loved this story! Bravo Carly!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 15, 2019
I have never read a book by Carly Phillips I haven’t loved and this was a short fast paced book. I was hooked from the very beginning and this book is sweet, sexy and full of twists and turns. We met Daniel Hunter and Molly Gifford in Cross My Heart and this is their book. This could be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading Cross My Heart first. I really liked how this was read in multiple points of views. Daniel is a brilliant Criminal attorney that loves to do pro bono for the underdog. He is sophisticated with the right apartment, clothes and etiquette but he still feels like the vulnerable boy in Foster Care. His only family is Ty, Lacey, Flo in love with Molly and finally gets the guts to tell her how he feels and that he will follow her anywhere. She turns him down and says she needs to get her life in order and it devastates him. He fills his life with work, booze and women. Molly hears from the guy she thought was her father and tells her father father is in Connecticut. She gets to know her father, grandmother two half sisters Robin, Jessie then he’s arrested for killing his best friend and business partner. The only thing she thinks about is getting him the best criminal attorney and that’s Hunter. It’s hard because they didn’t end on the best terms. She doesn’t tell him something she thinks will make him not trust her father but it ends up not trusting her. I loved getting to see Ty and Lacey again and lets him know he has impossible expectations. If her father didn’t kill his best friend then who did? I loved how there were twists and turns to the very end. I love his best friend widow Sonya and son Seth. Will family always mean more to Molly than Hunter? I highly recommend this series. I received an ARC and volunteered to write a honest review.
February 11, 2019
From the moment they met in law school, Hunter and Molly became the best of friends, but Hunter always wanted more. Molly was a little apprehensive though, given past hurts, and pushed off his advances. But, before long he began to sneak past her defenses, and she soon gave in and accepted his offer for a date. Not long after they fell hard for one another, but she always felt a small part of herself was missing, she longed to know more about her real father, and began digging, and when she discovered his whereabouts she knew she had to leave and find him. Which also meant putting an end to her relationship with Hunter, and that hurt more than she cared to admit.
Now she is back in town, standing on his doorstep praying he can provide the help she needs to clear her father of murder charges. She just has to hope that he can look past the hurt she caused him in the past, and agree to work alongside her once again.
Sealed with a Kiss is a gripping little page-turner that comes brimming with drama, suspense, heart-wrenching emotion, and steam riddled throughout it's pages. Hold on tight cause this one will take you on a thrilling literary ride, it sucked me in and wouldn't let go until I had devoured every last page. You couldn't help but feel for these characters, both had been dealt a crappy hand in life, and I had to admire the way they continued to bounce back from every set-back they faced, they were quite inspiring. I thoroughly enjoyed this one, it was a perfectly blended story, that satisfied on all fronts! Highly recommend!
I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest and unbiased opinion.
Now she is back in town, standing on his doorstep praying he can provide the help she needs to clear her father of murder charges. She just has to hope that he can look past the hurt she caused him in the past, and agree to work alongside her once again.
Sealed with a Kiss is a gripping little page-turner that comes brimming with drama, suspense, heart-wrenching emotion, and steam riddled throughout it's pages. Hold on tight cause this one will take you on a thrilling literary ride, it sucked me in and wouldn't let go until I had devoured every last page. You couldn't help but feel for these characters, both had been dealt a crappy hand in life, and I had to admire the way they continued to bounce back from every set-back they faced, they were quite inspiring. I thoroughly enjoyed this one, it was a perfectly blended story, that satisfied on all fronts! Highly recommend!
I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest and unbiased opinion.
February 12, 2019
SEALED WITH A KISS by Carly Phillips is book 2 in the Ty and Hunter Series. This is the story of Molly Gifford and Daniel Hunter. I have read the previous book 'Cross My Heart' which Hunter and Molly were in as secondary characters and I am so glad they are the main characters now in book 2. In book 1 Molly and Hunter were friends who were moving forward to something bigger something more when Molly just up and left to find out more about her real father. 8 months later, things have gone nuts for Molly because her bio dad has been accused of murder. In Molly's eyes, there is only one person she can only think of one who can help her in this situation - Hunter. The question is would he even be willing to help the woman who hurt him so badly and then just leave after helping her or will things between Molly and Hunter turn super hot and all romantic once again?
This story shows us what makes Hunter and Molly tick and why they are the way they are. It also gives the readers insight into why they have built really high emotional walls. I enjoyed the added insights into Molly and Hunter and why they did and/or didn't do things.
The sexual chemistry between them is amazing, but is really enough for a lasting relationship between them ?
Can they both get past their childhoods and the hurts and have a bright and strong future together? This was such a great 2nd chance at love romance read that is so sweet and steamy. I loved the HEA- who wouldn't? It's a Carly Phillips book!!
My Rating: 4.5 stars *****
This story shows us what makes Hunter and Molly tick and why they are the way they are. It also gives the readers insight into why they have built really high emotional walls. I enjoyed the added insights into Molly and Hunter and why they did and/or didn't do things.
The sexual chemistry between them is amazing, but is really enough for a lasting relationship between them ?
Can they both get past their childhoods and the hurts and have a bright and strong future together? This was such a great 2nd chance at love romance read that is so sweet and steamy. I loved the HEA- who wouldn't? It's a Carly Phillips book!!
My Rating: 4.5 stars *****
February 12, 2019
I am so glad I didn’t have to wait long for this book! Molly and Hunter both had issues growing up that I can’t begin to understand, but felt so bad for them. When Hunter put his heart out to Molly in the last book and she crushed it, I felt Hunter’s pain. Unfortunately he turned into someone his friends didn’t like because of all his drinking and women. Molly found out who she thought was her biological father was not who she grew up with. Since Molly has always wanted a family to be a part of, she found her biological father (who didn’t know about her) and her two sisters. I know it had to be hard for her sisters to find out about her. The oldest of the two was happy, but the youngest took a dislike to Molly. When their father was accused and arrested of murder for his real estate partner, they were all devastated. I was glad Molly went back to Hunter to see if he would represent her father as he is the best criminal lawyer around. I didn’t blame Hunter for turning her down at first after the way she had left him. But Hunter is such a good guy, he drove to Molly’s place in Connecticut to see what he could do. I loved their time together, the understanding that Hunter saw about Molly’s problem with her mother and family, the closeness Hunter came with Molly’s family, and his feelings for Molly. There is so much going on behind the scenes that cause trouble for Molly and hamper Hunter in his case. This is a very touching book that I strongly encourage you to read the book. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader’s Copy of this book.
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