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Familiar Ties
Max West is a widower raising Phoebe, his four-year-old daughter. Phoebe has to live with the fact that the day she was born is also the day of her mother's death. As her fifth year without her mother approaches, Phoebe finds solace in her godmother, Amy Riley, and her daughter, Grace Crawford, another single parent family.
Amy Riley is a successful fashion designer who spends most of her days raising her four-year-old daughter, Grace, while her wayward boyfriend is travelling the world making the next best film. As the fifth year without her best friend looms she finds comfort in her ex-boyfriend, Max, and his daughter, Phoebe.
These two “broken” families have a tough week to face as the dreaded day approaches. However through their past, present and debatable future will their choices affect the outcome both parents clearly want and are simply denying? Or will Phoebe and Grace lose the only “whole” family they have ever known?
Amy Riley is a successful fashion designer who spends most of her days raising her four-year-old daughter, Grace, while her wayward boyfriend is travelling the world making the next best film. As the fifth year without her best friend looms she finds comfort in her ex-boyfriend, Max, and his daughter, Phoebe.
These two “broken” families have a tough week to face as the dreaded day approaches. However through their past, present and debatable future will their choices affect the outcome both parents clearly want and are simply denying? Or will Phoebe and Grace lose the only “whole” family they have ever known?
181 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2012
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Naya Nikki
3 books17 followersNaya Nikki is a student writer who lives in London, England.
She published her debut novel, Familiar Ties, at the age of 19, with InkSpell Publishing.
She also as two free ebooks available.
She published her debut novel, Familiar Ties, at the age of 19, with InkSpell Publishing.
She also as two free ebooks available.
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May 3, 2012
Familiar Ties by Naya Nikki
Familiar Ties is what I would like to say is a true romance novel; it’s one of those books you pick up and don’t put down till you reach the end. I would say it was worth losing a bit of sleep.
Naya Nikki has written a fantastic novel, her writing is excellent, words flowed well; character description were developed so well you truly felt like you knew everyone. The story is told with different points of view and flashbacks looking at their lives together. Naya has done a terrific job and I loved this story.
We meet Amy and Max who are best friends and raising their daughters, who also happen to be best friends. Amy’s boyfriend is an actor and never around. Max’s wife died in child birth and Max has been raising his daughter with the help of Amy and his family.
Max and Amy also share a history and dated while in college but things changed but they stayed good friends. With Max losing his wife and Amy being alone most of the time, a great friendship is developed between the two of them.
Amy’s boyfriend has been gone a long time and on his return he realizes his family is slipping away and wants his family closer to him. Can Amy give him this, can she move away? Can Amy leave Max and his daughter? Life changing decision will happen, mistakes are made.
Can Max and Amy find their way back to each other?
You have to read Familiar Ties to find out the rest.
I have rated this book a 5 star rating as I loved it and will read anything Naya Nikki writes. I love a great romance novel.
Thank you to Inkspell Publishing for giving me a chance to read and review Familiar Ties by Naya Nikki.
Familiar Ties is what I would like to say is a true romance novel; it’s one of those books you pick up and don’t put down till you reach the end. I would say it was worth losing a bit of sleep.
Naya Nikki has written a fantastic novel, her writing is excellent, words flowed well; character description were developed so well you truly felt like you knew everyone. The story is told with different points of view and flashbacks looking at their lives together. Naya has done a terrific job and I loved this story.
We meet Amy and Max who are best friends and raising their daughters, who also happen to be best friends. Amy’s boyfriend is an actor and never around. Max’s wife died in child birth and Max has been raising his daughter with the help of Amy and his family.
Max and Amy also share a history and dated while in college but things changed but they stayed good friends. With Max losing his wife and Amy being alone most of the time, a great friendship is developed between the two of them.
Amy’s boyfriend has been gone a long time and on his return he realizes his family is slipping away and wants his family closer to him. Can Amy give him this, can she move away? Can Amy leave Max and his daughter? Life changing decision will happen, mistakes are made.
Can Max and Amy find their way back to each other?
You have to read Familiar Ties to find out the rest.
I have rated this book a 5 star rating as I loved it and will read anything Naya Nikki writes. I love a great romance novel.
Thank you to Inkspell Publishing for giving me a chance to read and review Familiar Ties by Naya Nikki.
April 6, 2012
Familiar Ties by Naya Nikki
A sentimental journey about second chances and the importance of family and friends.
My favorite line: “Little moments like these when the two broken families became one…”
Amy Riley has a beautiful daughter, a husband that’s always away following his dreams, and a devoted best friend that needs her more than he knows.
Max West is a widower raising his daughter, who happens to be best friends with his ex-girlfriend, Amy Riley. He’s struggling to come to terms with the death of his wife, and how to explain it to his daughter.
Told in flashbacks and alternating point of views, Familiar Ties is a sweet romance that deals with big issues: Explaining death to kids, following your dreams verses family responsibilities, tense custody battles, and how an unconventional family can pull together in tough times. Past, present, and future converge in a nicely woven tapestry of special, life-changing moments in each character’s life. This dreamy, melancholy journey will make you laugh, cry, and jump for joy.
A sentimental journey about second chances and the importance of family and friends.
My favorite line: “Little moments like these when the two broken families became one…”
Amy Riley has a beautiful daughter, a husband that’s always away following his dreams, and a devoted best friend that needs her more than he knows.
Max West is a widower raising his daughter, who happens to be best friends with his ex-girlfriend, Amy Riley. He’s struggling to come to terms with the death of his wife, and how to explain it to his daughter.
Told in flashbacks and alternating point of views, Familiar Ties is a sweet romance that deals with big issues: Explaining death to kids, following your dreams verses family responsibilities, tense custody battles, and how an unconventional family can pull together in tough times. Past, present, and future converge in a nicely woven tapestry of special, life-changing moments in each character’s life. This dreamy, melancholy journey will make you laugh, cry, and jump for joy.
May 2, 2012
This book was heart-achingly lovely. I adored the alternate views, as I've done that in some of my own books, though not as successfully, and I adore knowing how different characters are feeling. I loved the premise, as I am a HUGE fan of friends-to-lovers stories, and I also felt my heart squeeze with the "defining death to children" subplot. To sad, to tender, to moving not to feel affected by it. Well done, Ms. Nikki, your books will be an auto-buy for me from now on. I'm a fan!
April 19, 2012
After the death of Max's wife, Anna, the day that his daughter was born, his life begins to start spiraling out of control. He isn't sure how he can raise their daughter alone and he misses his wife. But he wasn't really alone; Max had his best friend Amy helping him whether he realized it at the time or not.
Amy knew, more than anything, that she wanted to be a mother, and when her one-time best friend Anna died, she turned to her boyfriend, who was rarely ever home, for comfort. When she found out she was going to be a mother, it was the happiest day of her life. Unfortunately for Amy, Jack didn't feel the same way. For Jack, what was most important to him was following his dreams.
From the moment that Anna died, the tragedy brought Max and Amy closer together for the sake of both of their children. For whatever reasons though, neither one of them would admit how they really felt about the other. For Amy, it was primarily because she wanted what was best for her daughter, even if that was a father that rarely spent time with Grace and was thousands of miles away most of the time. She thought, for Grace's sake, that she needed to try to make things work with Jack.
Everything was going pretty well for both Max and Amy until Jack unexpected shows back up in their lives. When Jack realizes that Amy and Grace have feelings for Max beyond just simple friendship, he puts into motion efforts to win Amy over.
Familiar Ties is such a sweet, heart-warming story. I found myself reading it into the early morning hours in an attempt to get to the end quicker to find out what happens. The story goes back and forth between present and past events but are easy to follow along with. Just when I thought that a past event wouldn't be touched on, it was. I felt like most everything that you could want to know about Max and Amy's history together was told. About the only thing that I find myself still wondering about is what exactly happened to Anna. You know that Anna died on the day of Phoebe's birth, but it's never specifically stated that she died giving birth. They knew that Anna was at risk with the pregnancy but unless I just don't remember, I can't recall what exactly happened to her.
I found myself laughing out loud at times and crying at other times. I really enjoyed the interaction with the kids, and I could see an innocent child saying things like what you'll find in this book.
I have to say that even when things weren't going so well for Max or Amy, I envied their lives. The friendships they have, the loving families. I enjoyed being in their world for all the longer it took me to read the book. I can certainly see myself reading Familiar Ties again at some point.
Although there were some issues, overall it was a well written story, and I look forward to reading more from Naya Nikki.
** I received an eARC copy of the book from InkSpell Publishing for review.**
Amy knew, more than anything, that she wanted to be a mother, and when her one-time best friend Anna died, she turned to her boyfriend, who was rarely ever home, for comfort. When she found out she was going to be a mother, it was the happiest day of her life. Unfortunately for Amy, Jack didn't feel the same way. For Jack, what was most important to him was following his dreams.
From the moment that Anna died, the tragedy brought Max and Amy closer together for the sake of both of their children. For whatever reasons though, neither one of them would admit how they really felt about the other. For Amy, it was primarily because she wanted what was best for her daughter, even if that was a father that rarely spent time with Grace and was thousands of miles away most of the time. She thought, for Grace's sake, that she needed to try to make things work with Jack.
Everything was going pretty well for both Max and Amy until Jack unexpected shows back up in their lives. When Jack realizes that Amy and Grace have feelings for Max beyond just simple friendship, he puts into motion efforts to win Amy over.
Familiar Ties is such a sweet, heart-warming story. I found myself reading it into the early morning hours in an attempt to get to the end quicker to find out what happens. The story goes back and forth between present and past events but are easy to follow along with. Just when I thought that a past event wouldn't be touched on, it was. I felt like most everything that you could want to know about Max and Amy's history together was told. About the only thing that I find myself still wondering about is what exactly happened to Anna. You know that Anna died on the day of Phoebe's birth, but it's never specifically stated that she died giving birth. They knew that Anna was at risk with the pregnancy but unless I just don't remember, I can't recall what exactly happened to her.
I found myself laughing out loud at times and crying at other times. I really enjoyed the interaction with the kids, and I could see an innocent child saying things like what you'll find in this book.
I have to say that even when things weren't going so well for Max or Amy, I envied their lives. The friendships they have, the loving families. I enjoyed being in their world for all the longer it took me to read the book. I can certainly see myself reading Familiar Ties again at some point.
Although there were some issues, overall it was a well written story, and I look forward to reading more from Naya Nikki.
** I received an eARC copy of the book from InkSpell Publishing for review.**
April 17, 2012
Familiar Ties by Naya Nikki
I was very fortunate to receive a great ARC copy of a book called Familiar Ties by Naya Nikki. This was a wonderful and heartfelt journey that the characters went on and by reading it I was drawn into this storyline. Max is a widower raising his daughter Phoebe after his wife dies during childbirth. He is helped through this tragedy of not only losing his wife but being a single father to a baby by Amy who was best friends with his wife. Soon after Max's wife dies Amy finds out that she is pregnant. From the beginning Max shows that he is a loyal and dear friend to Amy. He is there during her pregnancy and even at th birth of Grace who he even helped name. Where was Amy's good for nothing lake boyfriend? Following his all important career. These two families go through everything together as one big family whoever but yet separate known to one another's kids as Aunt Amy and Uncle Max. Many complications threaten this friendship can they overcome this. Can they truly realize what s staring them in the face. I highly recommend this book when it is released. Is there hope in finding love you will get a taste in this wonderful book. Thank you Naya for sharing your story.
I was very fortunate to receive a great ARC copy of a book called Familiar Ties by Naya Nikki. This was a wonderful and heartfelt journey that the characters went on and by reading it I was drawn into this storyline. Max is a widower raising his daughter Phoebe after his wife dies during childbirth. He is helped through this tragedy of not only losing his wife but being a single father to a baby by Amy who was best friends with his wife. Soon after Max's wife dies Amy finds out that she is pregnant. From the beginning Max shows that he is a loyal and dear friend to Amy. He is there during her pregnancy and even at th birth of Grace who he even helped name. Where was Amy's good for nothing lake boyfriend? Following his all important career. These two families go through everything together as one big family whoever but yet separate known to one another's kids as Aunt Amy and Uncle Max. Many complications threaten this friendship can they overcome this. Can they truly realize what s staring them in the face. I highly recommend this book when it is released. Is there hope in finding love you will get a taste in this wonderful book. Thank you Naya for sharing your story.
April 20, 2012
There are books that leave an impression on you long after they are finished. Familiar Ties is one of them. It cling to me long after I finished the book. I had read this book couple of months back and I can still feel the warmth between Max and Amy. The whole family practically glowed with love and I found myself basking the glory of their love. The trials and tribulations were heartfelt but so natural that I found myself nodding.
I cried, i laughed and rejoiced with the family over their small wins and losses.
Naya has a way with emotions thats hard to describe. I have read her short story "Coming Together" as well and it gave out the same glow to me. She writes from heart and has a bright future in writing. Its unique and quite homey. A must read for anyone who is looking for some cuddling and warm love.
I cried, i laughed and rejoiced with the family over their small wins and losses.
Naya has a way with emotions thats hard to describe. I have read her short story "Coming Together" as well and it gave out the same glow to me. She writes from heart and has a bright future in writing. Its unique and quite homey. A must read for anyone who is looking for some cuddling and warm love.
May 13, 2012
This is a story about two people, their lives and their connection to each other.
Max is an author, a widower and also a single father of a 4 year old. He lost his wife to childbirth and has been raising Phoebe singlehandedly ever since. Well, almost singlehandedly. Amy, a successful designer, also almost a single mother - since her wayward boyfriend is always away chasing his own dreams in the tinsel town. They are not only best friends but also a huge lifeline for each other when it comes to raising their kids Grace and Phoebe. They have a history too. They had dated back in college but then Max had ended up marrying Amy’s best friend Anna. Amy had been heartbroken but she never really stopped loving him. The plot covers about a week when suddenly things change… What changes, you might ask! Max and Amy finally confront their feelings for each other. But there are the kids to be considered and not to forget Jack, Amy’s boyfriend. What happens and how it happens is for you to find out.
This is really a heartwarming story not only about love, but also friendship and family. Max’s relationship with his brother & sister-in-law and Amy’s relationship with her mother and Jack - are all very different from each other. Also, the different stages of love, friendship and companionship that Amy and Max go through over the time are portrayed beautifully. Also, I liked the way the author has slowly eased us into their lives by alternating between the past & the present.
And of course Grace & Phoebe are so sweet. You can’t help but falling in love with them. Especially when Phoebe makes a ‘cheese sammitch’ for Grace, I couldn’t help but go ‘awwwww’.
Overall it is a great read so go ahead and get yourself a copy!
Max is an author, a widower and also a single father of a 4 year old. He lost his wife to childbirth and has been raising Phoebe singlehandedly ever since. Well, almost singlehandedly. Amy, a successful designer, also almost a single mother - since her wayward boyfriend is always away chasing his own dreams in the tinsel town. They are not only best friends but also a huge lifeline for each other when it comes to raising their kids Grace and Phoebe. They have a history too. They had dated back in college but then Max had ended up marrying Amy’s best friend Anna. Amy had been heartbroken but she never really stopped loving him. The plot covers about a week when suddenly things change… What changes, you might ask! Max and Amy finally confront their feelings for each other. But there are the kids to be considered and not to forget Jack, Amy’s boyfriend. What happens and how it happens is for you to find out.
This is really a heartwarming story not only about love, but also friendship and family. Max’s relationship with his brother & sister-in-law and Amy’s relationship with her mother and Jack - are all very different from each other. Also, the different stages of love, friendship and companionship that Amy and Max go through over the time are portrayed beautifully. Also, I liked the way the author has slowly eased us into their lives by alternating between the past & the present.
And of course Grace & Phoebe are so sweet. You can’t help but falling in love with them. Especially when Phoebe makes a ‘cheese sammitch’ for Grace, I couldn’t help but go ‘awwwww’.
Overall it is a great read so go ahead and get yourself a copy!
May 28, 2012
3.5 stars
Familiar Ties is a cute little book that welcomes you into its small world – a lovely family with 2 adorable girls and some adults. I really liked the way the book is structured, it is very clever. Firstly, unlike chapters, the book is divided into 7 days. And secondly, I like the way the book moves between the past and present so effortlessly picking up with the same sentence. I am sure a lot of Naya’s thoughts and hard work went into making it seem so effortless.
Regarding the plot, it is a sweet romantic book about how destiny plays a role in our life and how so many words are left unsaid.
I am especially in awe of the way Naya depicts the kids and how they think and act and talk. It is spot-on! I personally find it difficult to get into the mind of a kid and bring forward his/her reactions and thoughts that will resemble the thoughts of a kid and not an adult. Naya has completely mastered this!
At times, I got frustrated with how the characters acted though.
The book makes for a simple, quick reading in one sitting (like I read it).
My favorite aspect of the book – the way Naya depicts these little magical moments of our everyday life. Very sweet!
Familiar Ties is a cute little book that welcomes you into its small world – a lovely family with 2 adorable girls and some adults. I really liked the way the book is structured, it is very clever. Firstly, unlike chapters, the book is divided into 7 days. And secondly, I like the way the book moves between the past and present so effortlessly picking up with the same sentence. I am sure a lot of Naya’s thoughts and hard work went into making it seem so effortless.
Regarding the plot, it is a sweet romantic book about how destiny plays a role in our life and how so many words are left unsaid.
I am especially in awe of the way Naya depicts the kids and how they think and act and talk. It is spot-on! I personally find it difficult to get into the mind of a kid and bring forward his/her reactions and thoughts that will resemble the thoughts of a kid and not an adult. Naya has completely mastered this!
At times, I got frustrated with how the characters acted though.
The book makes for a simple, quick reading in one sitting (like I read it).
My favorite aspect of the book – the way Naya depicts these little magical moments of our everyday life. Very sweet!
October 28, 2012
Seven days can change your life, are you ready?
Familiar Ties is a very sweet love story between two best friends, Max and Amy. Both of them have a family of their own, and without realising it themselves they have one together as well. Which will they choose?
This story is so very sweet, and the children seem like the perfect children I have ever encountered.
In my opinion this book contains one of the largest childhood dreams we all have ever had. We want our best friend as our sibling!
This was a fun quick read that made me smile.
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Familiar Ties is a very sweet love story between two best friends, Max and Amy. Both of them have a family of their own, and without realising it themselves they have one together as well. Which will they choose?
This story is so very sweet, and the children seem like the perfect children I have ever encountered.
In my opinion this book contains one of the largest childhood dreams we all have ever had. We want our best friend as our sibling!
This was a fun quick read that made me smile.
(same cover picture, more or less,
)
April 29, 2012
It was a good short story. Sometimes I don't like reading ARCs because I'm not sure if the things I pick up on are also discovered during the editing process or not. This was a complicated story and I noted a few inconsistencies in the plot. Read full review at Girl Who Reads .
September 12, 2012
I've thought about what to say about this story and I do agree with most, it is a heartwarming touching story. ... But, yeah sadly, there is a but, and yet, I'm still giving it 4 stars because the details can be overlooked.
Please be aware I may give **SPOILERS**
My issues: The back story on how and why Amy and Max were ex's was very minimal. I know there was a mention of a scare when they were younger. So I think my over imaginative mind decided that's why they split up when they were teens. Yet, somehow remained friends throughout the years.
Then there was Anna. SO many unanswered questions regarding her. Gonna go out on a limb and say she died because of complications during giving birth to Phoebe. Only it's never specified, but something does get mentioned later, but it is so vague. In a particular part of the story it's mentioned about a hasty wedding and the reason behind it was the impending birth of Max and Anna's child, Phoebe. Apparently, she was the one to encourage the marriage so quickly? That confused me. I know they had a rocky relationship, it was mentioned. Yet, they were so in love too... Strange you give details that it was rocky, a quick marriage, then Anna dies and Max falls into depression. CONFUSION!!! I understand mourning someone you love, but I got the impression they weren't IN love, they married because she was pregnant. It was very clear that both Max and Amy were devastated by losing Anna, but it was Amy who pulled him out of his depression. I won't give this spoiler out, but there was one vague comment like I stated earlier that did somewhat clarify why Anna seemed to push for a quick marriage. Forgive me for so many spoilers, but I was confused when I finished. I still loved the story, I just felt it needed so much more.
Another issue that I wasn't so clear on was that they were all friends. (Anna is Amy's best friend but was with Amy's ex, Max) This brings me back to my first issue: Amy and Max's earlier relationship. I should mention that Anna was around as they were teens too. Obviously reading between the lines they settled for friendship or denied their true feelings as teens and moved on to different people later in life. Max with Anna and Amy with Jack. Interesting how the other encourages the other to someone else and it falls apart.
Then there is quite obviously the wayward boyfriend of Amy's, Jack. Nikki goes in detail about them a tad bit more, but at times she would almost make this jerk seem decent even after everything he has done. I'm actually shocked Amy went back to Jack after reading what he put her through during their earlier relationship. AND why she continued it...was she delusional???? At times I thought she strung both guys like she didn't know what she wanted. She was trying to do right by her daughter Grace, but wow, was she going about it really wrong. Good thing she comes to her senses before it was too late. Yeah, she makes a huge mistake because she thinks it's best for Grace. Amy was very blind until it took going with Jack to LA & someone else to clue her in even though deep inside she knew that she was denying herself and her daughter. I think as a mother here this is what agitated me the most about her.
I LOVED Phoebe, Grace, Jayden, Brayden...AND I totally LOVED LOVED Cassidy and Ryan!!!! I wish this story could have evolved into a series to help with the finer details, you know? A lot of potential for a series with this story!
Still overall I would rate this a 4 and recommend it. I'm still scratching my head to understand some details that seem left out or up to the reader to fill in. BUT they can be overlooked because it was a very heartwarming story worthy of 4 stars.
Please be aware I may give **SPOILERS**
My issues: The back story on how and why Amy and Max were ex's was very minimal. I know there was a mention of a scare when they were younger. So I think my over imaginative mind decided that's why they split up when they were teens. Yet, somehow remained friends throughout the years.
Then there was Anna. SO many unanswered questions regarding her. Gonna go out on a limb and say she died because of complications during giving birth to Phoebe. Only it's never specified, but something does get mentioned later, but it is so vague. In a particular part of the story it's mentioned about a hasty wedding and the reason behind it was the impending birth of Max and Anna's child, Phoebe. Apparently, she was the one to encourage the marriage so quickly? That confused me. I know they had a rocky relationship, it was mentioned. Yet, they were so in love too... Strange you give details that it was rocky, a quick marriage, then Anna dies and Max falls into depression. CONFUSION!!! I understand mourning someone you love, but I got the impression they weren't IN love, they married because she was pregnant. It was very clear that both Max and Amy were devastated by losing Anna, but it was Amy who pulled him out of his depression. I won't give this spoiler out, but there was one vague comment like I stated earlier that did somewhat clarify why Anna seemed to push for a quick marriage. Forgive me for so many spoilers, but I was confused when I finished. I still loved the story, I just felt it needed so much more.
Another issue that I wasn't so clear on was that they were all friends. (Anna is Amy's best friend but was with Amy's ex, Max) This brings me back to my first issue: Amy and Max's earlier relationship. I should mention that Anna was around as they were teens too. Obviously reading between the lines they settled for friendship or denied their true feelings as teens and moved on to different people later in life. Max with Anna and Amy with Jack. Interesting how the other encourages the other to someone else and it falls apart.
Then there is quite obviously the wayward boyfriend of Amy's, Jack. Nikki goes in detail about them a tad bit more, but at times she would almost make this jerk seem decent even after everything he has done. I'm actually shocked Amy went back to Jack after reading what he put her through during their earlier relationship. AND why she continued it...was she delusional???? At times I thought she strung both guys like she didn't know what she wanted. She was trying to do right by her daughter Grace, but wow, was she going about it really wrong. Good thing she comes to her senses before it was too late. Yeah, she makes a huge mistake because she thinks it's best for Grace. Amy was very blind until it took going with Jack to LA & someone else to clue her in even though deep inside she knew that she was denying herself and her daughter. I think as a mother here this is what agitated me the most about her.
I LOVED Phoebe, Grace, Jayden, Brayden...AND I totally LOVED LOVED Cassidy and Ryan!!!! I wish this story could have evolved into a series to help with the finer details, you know? A lot of potential for a series with this story!
Still overall I would rate this a 4 and recommend it. I'm still scratching my head to understand some details that seem left out or up to the reader to fill in. BUT they can be overlooked because it was a very heartwarming story worthy of 4 stars.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 2, 2012
Can seven days change the course of your life? For widower Max West it did ...
Max West is an author, widower and father to four year old Phoebe. His wife Anna had died in childbirth from complications, and since that time he had been a single father trying to raise his daughter the best he can. His best friend, Amy Riley, a fashion designer, and a single mother to four year old Grace, tries to deal with her absent actor boyfriend Jack. Both Max and Amy had leaned on each other over the years: she helped him through his grief; while he was the shoulder she needed every time her boyfriend left to chase his dream of being an actor; together they raised their little girls like a typical family. Max and Amy have a past history, they went out with each other in college, were best friends and yet he chose Anna to be his wife, leaving Amy brokenhearted, even though she remained best friends since childhood with Anna. What they don't realize is that they really have been in love with each other since their college days. It takes the seven days before the fifth anniversary of Anna's death and Phoebe's fifth birthday for them to realize that they are soul mates and are meant to be together ... will they finally admit it to themselves and to each other? Will two "broken" families become one?
Familiar Ties is a lovely story that will pull at your heartstrings. The author weaves a heartwarming tale of friendship, love and family. The storyline is well written and flows effortlessly, it draws the reader into Max and Amy's story, and you can't help but feel for them as their story unfolds. The story is set in the United Kingdom, and is narrated over a span of seven days in the present time with alternating point of view chapters between Max and Amy, and also includes flashbacks of earlier times in their lives. The characters are realistic and engaging, it is easy for the readers to embrace these warmhearted people, except for Amy's tardy boyfriend Jack, who I did not like at all. Best of all is the relationship between Phoebe and Grace, these two little charmers will keep you laughing and smiling, you can't help but fall in love with these two special little girls.
Familiar Ties is a beautifully written story that not only has a tender romantic side, but also talks about family dynamics and responsibilities; parenting; heartache; death, loss and grieving; and true friendship. Max and Amy's journey will have the reader feeling the gamut of emotions: it will make you smile, laugh, cry and sigh. This story is tissue worthy ... just wait until you read the ending, it is so worth it.
Familiar Ties is a debut novel for author Naya Nikki, and I think she has created a wonderful novel that everyone will enjoy. Kudos and best wishes on your writing career, I look forward to reading many more of your books in the future.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of the book from the author in exchange for my honest review and participation in a virtual book tour event.
Virtual Book Tour Event: On Saturday, June 2, 2012, in association with Tourz de Codex, author Naya Nikki participated in a virtual book tour event with an Author Guest Post on Jersey Girl Book Reviews.
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Max West is an author, widower and father to four year old Phoebe. His wife Anna had died in childbirth from complications, and since that time he had been a single father trying to raise his daughter the best he can. His best friend, Amy Riley, a fashion designer, and a single mother to four year old Grace, tries to deal with her absent actor boyfriend Jack. Both Max and Amy had leaned on each other over the years: she helped him through his grief; while he was the shoulder she needed every time her boyfriend left to chase his dream of being an actor; together they raised their little girls like a typical family. Max and Amy have a past history, they went out with each other in college, were best friends and yet he chose Anna to be his wife, leaving Amy brokenhearted, even though she remained best friends since childhood with Anna. What they don't realize is that they really have been in love with each other since their college days. It takes the seven days before the fifth anniversary of Anna's death and Phoebe's fifth birthday for them to realize that they are soul mates and are meant to be together ... will they finally admit it to themselves and to each other? Will two "broken" families become one?
Familiar Ties is a lovely story that will pull at your heartstrings. The author weaves a heartwarming tale of friendship, love and family. The storyline is well written and flows effortlessly, it draws the reader into Max and Amy's story, and you can't help but feel for them as their story unfolds. The story is set in the United Kingdom, and is narrated over a span of seven days in the present time with alternating point of view chapters between Max and Amy, and also includes flashbacks of earlier times in their lives. The characters are realistic and engaging, it is easy for the readers to embrace these warmhearted people, except for Amy's tardy boyfriend Jack, who I did not like at all. Best of all is the relationship between Phoebe and Grace, these two little charmers will keep you laughing and smiling, you can't help but fall in love with these two special little girls.
Familiar Ties is a beautifully written story that not only has a tender romantic side, but also talks about family dynamics and responsibilities; parenting; heartache; death, loss and grieving; and true friendship. Max and Amy's journey will have the reader feeling the gamut of emotions: it will make you smile, laugh, cry and sigh. This story is tissue worthy ... just wait until you read the ending, it is so worth it.
Familiar Ties is a debut novel for author Naya Nikki, and I think she has created a wonderful novel that everyone will enjoy. Kudos and best wishes on your writing career, I look forward to reading many more of your books in the future.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of the book from the author in exchange for my honest review and participation in a virtual book tour event.
Virtual Book Tour Event: On Saturday, June 2, 2012, in association with Tourz de Codex, author Naya Nikki participated in a virtual book tour event with an Author Guest Post on Jersey Girl Book Reviews.
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May 14, 2012
My Summary:
Max West is a widower and father to four year old Phoebe. Max's wife Anna died giving birth to Phoebe, but Anna's best friend Amy has been there as a support to Max and Phoebe. Amy has her own daughter Grace, who has become best friends with Phoebe. Their lives are so entwined, that they function as a family unit without even realizing it.
One big obstacle in this situation is that Grace's father, Jack, doesn't want to let go of Grace or Amy. Amy has kept up with her relationship with Jack for Grace's sake. With the stress of Jack being gone all the time, their relationship has suffered. Amy has learned to lean on Max more for support.
As the anniversary of Anna's death approaches, Max and Amy come to realize that their feelings for each other go deeper than friendship. They must decide if it's worth the risk of their friendship to take that leap. In the span of seven days, this family's lives change dramatically.
My Take:
What an amazingly sweet story. The story takes you back to the past, so you can see how the bond between Max and Amy has grown. Amy has helped Max cope with the loss of his wife, while Max has been there for Amy during the birth of her daughter. Their bond is so touching. The signs were there from early on that their relationship was more than just friendship.
I loved Max immediately. He's such a sweet dad and that's why I fell for him. I have a soft spot for good dad's. He's completely put his daughter's happiness and well being as his top priority. Even though she's lost her mother, he's made sure that she has been surrounded in love and has had a female influence in her life.
As for Amy, I liked her and could relate to her on many levels. She's stood by Max and has helped parent Phoebe. They just work well together as a unit. The only thing that frustrated me about Amy is that she stood by Jack for too long and ignored her feelings for Max.
I thoroughly did enjoy this book, but I had a few questions regarding their past and events surrounding the death of Anna. It seemed like Max and Amy had a history with each other before Anna and Max were together. We get little snippets of information, but I felt like I was missing something. Also, I never really got a clear understanding of what exactly happened with Anna, what Max and Anna's relationship was really like, or what health issues she had that caused her death. With these questions in my mind, I had to go back and review the book to see if I missed something. Alas, I couldn't find the answers I needed, so I felt like I was left to create a picture in my mind.
Overall, it was a really pleasant, sweet love story about a couple who has come through heartache and loss to find a love that is true. One of my favorite parts of the story was the ending. I absolutely adore seeing where things are later on in their lives. If you're looking for a more tender love story, this is a great pick for you.
Max West is a widower and father to four year old Phoebe. Max's wife Anna died giving birth to Phoebe, but Anna's best friend Amy has been there as a support to Max and Phoebe. Amy has her own daughter Grace, who has become best friends with Phoebe. Their lives are so entwined, that they function as a family unit without even realizing it.
One big obstacle in this situation is that Grace's father, Jack, doesn't want to let go of Grace or Amy. Amy has kept up with her relationship with Jack for Grace's sake. With the stress of Jack being gone all the time, their relationship has suffered. Amy has learned to lean on Max more for support.
As the anniversary of Anna's death approaches, Max and Amy come to realize that their feelings for each other go deeper than friendship. They must decide if it's worth the risk of their friendship to take that leap. In the span of seven days, this family's lives change dramatically.
My Take:
What an amazingly sweet story. The story takes you back to the past, so you can see how the bond between Max and Amy has grown. Amy has helped Max cope with the loss of his wife, while Max has been there for Amy during the birth of her daughter. Their bond is so touching. The signs were there from early on that their relationship was more than just friendship.
I loved Max immediately. He's such a sweet dad and that's why I fell for him. I have a soft spot for good dad's. He's completely put his daughter's happiness and well being as his top priority. Even though she's lost her mother, he's made sure that she has been surrounded in love and has had a female influence in her life.
As for Amy, I liked her and could relate to her on many levels. She's stood by Max and has helped parent Phoebe. They just work well together as a unit. The only thing that frustrated me about Amy is that she stood by Jack for too long and ignored her feelings for Max.
I thoroughly did enjoy this book, but I had a few questions regarding their past and events surrounding the death of Anna. It seemed like Max and Amy had a history with each other before Anna and Max were together. We get little snippets of information, but I felt like I was missing something. Also, I never really got a clear understanding of what exactly happened with Anna, what Max and Anna's relationship was really like, or what health issues she had that caused her death. With these questions in my mind, I had to go back and review the book to see if I missed something. Alas, I couldn't find the answers I needed, so I felt like I was left to create a picture in my mind.
Overall, it was a really pleasant, sweet love story about a couple who has come through heartache and loss to find a love that is true. One of my favorite parts of the story was the ending. I absolutely adore seeing where things are later on in their lives. If you're looking for a more tender love story, this is a great pick for you.
August 12, 2013
Given a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review
***Review From Amy Conley For The Nerd Girl Page***
Max West is a widower raising Phoebe, his four-year-old daughter. Phoebe has to live with the fact that the day she was born is also the day of her mother's death. As her fifth year without her mother approaches, Phoebe finds solace in her godmother, Amy Riley, and her daughter, Grace Crawford, another single parent family.
Amy Riley is a successful fashion designer who spends most of her days raising her four-year-old daughter, Grace, while her wayward boyfriend is travelling the world making the next best film. As the fifth year without her best friend looms she finds comfort in her ex-boyfriend, Max, and his daughter, Phoebe.
These two “broken” families have a tough week to face as the dreaded day approaches. However through their past, present and debatable future will their choices affect the outcome both parents clearly want and are simply denying? Or will Phoebe and Grace lose the only “whole” family they have ever known?
My Review:
I really loved this book it was a fairly quick read but very promising! When I read the blurb I knew I HAD to read this book and I was not disappointed at all it was everything I was looking for in a book!
The story is absolutely amazing and so beautiful it just pulls at your heartstrings you won't be able to get through it without getting emotional (be sure to have tissues nearby)
It's written very well and I love that the author mixed things up to delve into the past a little bit and showed us flashbacks of what happened to lead the character's where they are and the journey they took to get there. Usually I have a hard time with the whole back and forth past to present thing because things get too confusing or get off track but I didn't find any of that in this book it has perfect flow and the right kind of balance to keep you captivated and wanting more with every page!
It's an amazing story of how two friends come to find what was in front of them all along if only they'd would have realized it sooner and finding the perfect moment to capture the love they have for each other and building the family they always longed for!
I'll definitely be keeping my eye on this author for future books I can't wait to see what she will be writing next!
***Review has been written in conjunction with Nerd Girl Official***
***Review From Amy Conley For The Nerd Girl Page***
Max West is a widower raising Phoebe, his four-year-old daughter. Phoebe has to live with the fact that the day she was born is also the day of her mother's death. As her fifth year without her mother approaches, Phoebe finds solace in her godmother, Amy Riley, and her daughter, Grace Crawford, another single parent family.
Amy Riley is a successful fashion designer who spends most of her days raising her four-year-old daughter, Grace, while her wayward boyfriend is travelling the world making the next best film. As the fifth year without her best friend looms she finds comfort in her ex-boyfriend, Max, and his daughter, Phoebe.
These two “broken” families have a tough week to face as the dreaded day approaches. However through their past, present and debatable future will their choices affect the outcome both parents clearly want and are simply denying? Or will Phoebe and Grace lose the only “whole” family they have ever known?
My Review:
I really loved this book it was a fairly quick read but very promising! When I read the blurb I knew I HAD to read this book and I was not disappointed at all it was everything I was looking for in a book!
The story is absolutely amazing and so beautiful it just pulls at your heartstrings you won't be able to get through it without getting emotional (be sure to have tissues nearby)
It's written very well and I love that the author mixed things up to delve into the past a little bit and showed us flashbacks of what happened to lead the character's where they are and the journey they took to get there. Usually I have a hard time with the whole back and forth past to present thing because things get too confusing or get off track but I didn't find any of that in this book it has perfect flow and the right kind of balance to keep you captivated and wanting more with every page!
It's an amazing story of how two friends come to find what was in front of them all along if only they'd would have realized it sooner and finding the perfect moment to capture the love they have for each other and building the family they always longed for!
I'll definitely be keeping my eye on this author for future books I can't wait to see what she will be writing next!
***Review has been written in conjunction with Nerd Girl Official***
June 3, 2012
In my opinion, it was pretty obvious from the start how this book was going to end, but that didn't deter me. It's one of those books that you just have to keep reading because you want to know how the ending is going to come about. I have never read a book of this sort of genre but I was extremely pleased by this book. The plot was interesting and unique and there were elements of romance, family drama and friendship. This book really touches you and even though I have absolutely no personal experience of the dramas that the character's faced, I still felt really connected to the plot.
I especially liked the layout of the book, if that's the the right word. Each chapter is a different day and the book actually only takes place over the course of a week, though it feels much longer. Interspersed between the main bulk of the book are flashbacks to different periods of each persons life. You would think that this would make the plot really jumpy and hard to follow, but on the contrary, these little insights increase your understanding of the characters and the plot.
The characters were all very likeable, that is, apart from the one character you aren't supposed to like. This book is written from the third person, but you still feel like you have an insight into how each of the characters is feeling. There are lots of 'aww' moments when reading about the children's antics, but the book's main focus is on the single parents, Max and Amy. It's interesting to see how all the character's fit together from their past and present lives and I just hope that when I grow up, I will have a tight knit support group around me as the characters have in this novel. My heart really went out to all the characters of the group, especially when it came to making those hard sacrificial decisions. You really start to root for certain characters, willing them to follow their hearts and be happy.
The quality of writing was superb and the words simply flowed off the page. I read the entire book in one sitting as time just flew by! I highly recommend 'Familiar Ties' as it leaves you feeling happy and this book is so endearing. This will no doubt be a great read for a warm summer day :)
I especially liked the layout of the book, if that's the the right word. Each chapter is a different day and the book actually only takes place over the course of a week, though it feels much longer. Interspersed between the main bulk of the book are flashbacks to different periods of each persons life. You would think that this would make the plot really jumpy and hard to follow, but on the contrary, these little insights increase your understanding of the characters and the plot.
The characters were all very likeable, that is, apart from the one character you aren't supposed to like. This book is written from the third person, but you still feel like you have an insight into how each of the characters is feeling. There are lots of 'aww' moments when reading about the children's antics, but the book's main focus is on the single parents, Max and Amy. It's interesting to see how all the character's fit together from their past and present lives and I just hope that when I grow up, I will have a tight knit support group around me as the characters have in this novel. My heart really went out to all the characters of the group, especially when it came to making those hard sacrificial decisions. You really start to root for certain characters, willing them to follow their hearts and be happy.
The quality of writing was superb and the words simply flowed off the page. I read the entire book in one sitting as time just flew by! I highly recommend 'Familiar Ties' as it leaves you feeling happy and this book is so endearing. This will no doubt be a great read for a warm summer day :)
June 13, 2012
Author: Naya Nikki
Published by: Inkspell Publishing
Age Recommend: Adult
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Raven Rating: 5
Blog Review For: GMTA
Review:
"Familiar Ties" by Naya Nikki was a sweet wonderful romance. The author did a wonderful job at sharing with us this wonderful well written novel that was narrated over a span of just seven days going from present time to flashbacks of earlier times in their lives. It was definitely a read that I could not put down until the end. This is really a story of romance...filled with friendship, love, family and all of the emotions just pouring out of this wonderful story.
Two friends... Max West and Amy Riley that are found raising their two lovely little girls(Phoebe and Grace). Max is a widower (author) and Amy was a ex girlfriend ... who was now with Jack. There are a lot of twist and turns in this novel that will keep you turning the pages to how this author will get these two people (Max and Amy) finally together. Once Max realizes that he can't live without Amy and Amy finally come to realism of what is important in her life....then.... On the fifth anniversary of Max' wife's death and also his daughters' fifth birthday.... will these two people (Max and Amy) realize that they are for each other and they can be a family? This is where I can only say you will have to pick up this excellent novel and then then you will find out.... what a ending! Saying I like this: "Little moments like these when two broken families become one..."
The author did a wonderful job at conveying death and grieving, parenting, friendship,heartache and love. You will be made to laugh out loud, smile and maybe even cry at all
the happenings in the beautifully written uplifting story.
"Familiar Ties" left me saying 'Wow' what a excellent read and I am sure if you pick up this novel you will not be disappointed. I would recommend "Familiar Ties" as a excellent read.
Published by: Inkspell Publishing
Age Recommend: Adult
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Raven Rating: 5
Blog Review For: GMTA
Review:
"Familiar Ties" by Naya Nikki was a sweet wonderful romance. The author did a wonderful job at sharing with us this wonderful well written novel that was narrated over a span of just seven days going from present time to flashbacks of earlier times in their lives. It was definitely a read that I could not put down until the end. This is really a story of romance...filled with friendship, love, family and all of the emotions just pouring out of this wonderful story.
Two friends... Max West and Amy Riley that are found raising their two lovely little girls(Phoebe and Grace). Max is a widower (author) and Amy was a ex girlfriend ... who was now with Jack. There are a lot of twist and turns in this novel that will keep you turning the pages to how this author will get these two people (Max and Amy) finally together. Once Max realizes that he can't live without Amy and Amy finally come to realism of what is important in her life....then.... On the fifth anniversary of Max' wife's death and also his daughters' fifth birthday.... will these two people (Max and Amy) realize that they are for each other and they can be a family? This is where I can only say you will have to pick up this excellent novel and then then you will find out.... what a ending! Saying I like this: "Little moments like these when two broken families become one..."
The author did a wonderful job at conveying death and grieving, parenting, friendship,heartache and love. You will be made to laugh out loud, smile and maybe even cry at all
the happenings in the beautifully written uplifting story.
"Familiar Ties" left me saying 'Wow' what a excellent read and I am sure if you pick up this novel you will not be disappointed. I would recommend "Familiar Ties" as a excellent read.
June 10, 2012
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I could desribe this book so easy In one word – heartwarming. It’s the only thing I felt during reading it. I don’t care how weird or lame it sounds.
I’m not a big fan of romances…. I don’t like them, but Familiar Ties catched my attention. At first with amazing cover of course – you just have to love it!
It’s just seven days, maybe not so ordinary but mostly normal. How much can change in just a week?
The story is about two friends, ex lovers - Amy and Max. They aren't together, but they act like a family. Amy officially is not alone, but she is a single parent - it's more complicated. Why don't they just be together?
I loved little flashbacks to the past in this book which explained the story - at first I was a little confused with the situation but it was being explained part by part which kept me wanting to read more and more!
I think this book gave me some clues about love and family. What is a real family? When do you know that you love someone? Does love destroy friendship?
Also, there was a lot of kids' thought about it. Phoebe and Grace were so lovely and smart that I couldn't help but smile while reading.
In sum, it's a wonderful story about love, family, friendship and more!
I could desribe this book so easy In one word – heartwarming. It’s the only thing I felt during reading it. I don’t care how weird or lame it sounds.
I’m not a big fan of romances…. I don’t like them, but Familiar Ties catched my attention. At first with amazing cover of course – you just have to love it!
It’s just seven days, maybe not so ordinary but mostly normal. How much can change in just a week?
The story is about two friends, ex lovers - Amy and Max. They aren't together, but they act like a family. Amy officially is not alone, but she is a single parent - it's more complicated. Why don't they just be together?
I loved little flashbacks to the past in this book which explained the story - at first I was a little confused with the situation but it was being explained part by part which kept me wanting to read more and more!
I think this book gave me some clues about love and family. What is a real family? When do you know that you love someone? Does love destroy friendship?
Also, there was a lot of kids' thought about it. Phoebe and Grace were so lovely and smart that I couldn't help but smile while reading.
In sum, it's a wonderful story about love, family, friendship and more!
June 21, 2012
This is a sweet romance and I loved the way it unfolded. It's a great story of about how time doesn't matter when you are in love, you can fall in love in matter of seconds or in just seven days. That is exactly how much time Max and Amy have to figure out if they will let this chance pass them by again or seize the moment and admit they have feeling for each other. My favorite characters are the little ones, Grace and Phoebe, who are absolutely precious and beautifully written. The author does a great job of capturing their voices and intelligence. They are so innocent and smart enough to know that their parents belong together and that blood is not the only thing that makes someone a parent. The chemistry between Max and Amy is so rich and inviting that I found myself cheering for them to figure it out already. The narrative is told from the present but also has bits of flashbacks from moments in Max and Amy's lives, which I liked seeing which circumstances got them to the point they are now and how just one thing done differently would have made all the difference. Now, though the description says that it is seven days before a tragic incident happened but the story really isn't about that, at least not really but the romance that could blossom or wither in those seven days.
July 11, 2012
First Reads
I won a copy of this book in a Goodreads' Giveaway
This love story is about Max and Amy and takes place over a seven day period. Max is raising Phoebe as a single father since his wife Anna died during childbirth. Amy is a single mother raising Grace. Grace's father Jack and is absent most of the time focusing on his work in the cinematic industry.
It's a very sweet contemporary love story, and I recommend it highly. I enjoyed each page; it was certainly a page turner. I fell in love with Phoebe and Grace. What precious little girls they are!
You can't help but root for Max and Amy. From the beginning you know they are destined to be together, but the author, Nikki, takes you on an up and down emotional ride as their relationship unfolds and blooms to different levels.
If you're looking for a sweet and clean romance, pick this book up and give it a try. It's certain to evoke happiness.
Happy Reading!
I won a copy of this book in a Goodreads' Giveaway
This love story is about Max and Amy and takes place over a seven day period. Max is raising Phoebe as a single father since his wife Anna died during childbirth. Amy is a single mother raising Grace. Grace's father Jack and is absent most of the time focusing on his work in the cinematic industry.
It's a very sweet contemporary love story, and I recommend it highly. I enjoyed each page; it was certainly a page turner. I fell in love with Phoebe and Grace. What precious little girls they are!
You can't help but root for Max and Amy. From the beginning you know they are destined to be together, but the author, Nikki, takes you on an up and down emotional ride as their relationship unfolds and blooms to different levels.
If you're looking for a sweet and clean romance, pick this book up and give it a try. It's certain to evoke happiness.
Happy Reading!
June 10, 2012
Originally posted at www.nilsa-rodriguez.blogspot.com
Can your life change in seven days??? Well, for Max West and Amy Riley, it did.
I thank the author for allowing me to read and review it. It was a short read, and a book I could not put down, so I read it in one afternoon. The book was a heartwarming, romance novel about two people, their lives and how at then end family and friends are all that matters
The book is about Max West and Amy Riley. Two good friends who find themselves raising two lovely little girls. Max is a widower and Amy is a girl attached to the wrong man. The book takes place in seven days as their life begin to take a turn, when Max realizes he can't live without Amy and they both confess the feelings they kept inside for so long, BUT there is one problem- Jack. Amy's boyfriend, who is not ready to let Amy or their daughter Grace go.
You have to read the book to find out how it all turns out! ^-^ *
I guarantee you won't be disappointed!
Can your life change in seven days??? Well, for Max West and Amy Riley, it did.
I thank the author for allowing me to read and review it. It was a short read, and a book I could not put down, so I read it in one afternoon. The book was a heartwarming, romance novel about two people, their lives and how at then end family and friends are all that matters
The book is about Max West and Amy Riley. Two good friends who find themselves raising two lovely little girls. Max is a widower and Amy is a girl attached to the wrong man. The book takes place in seven days as their life begin to take a turn, when Max realizes he can't live without Amy and they both confess the feelings they kept inside for so long, BUT there is one problem- Jack. Amy's boyfriend, who is not ready to let Amy or their daughter Grace go.
You have to read the book to find out how it all turns out! ^-^ *
I guarantee you won't be disappointed!
December 17, 2015
Familiar Ties is about two people who come together to form a family in the wake of chaos and tragedy. Max is a widower who is left to raise his daughter after his wife passes away giving birth. Amy is the best friend who becomes pregnant after mourning the loss of her best friend. Amy’s boyfriend, Jack, doesn’t want to settle down and be a day, so Amy and Max become each other’s lifeline. They have a past together, because they dated in college. But, the two form a close friendship and help each other raise their daughters.
There are a roller coaster of events that threaten the pair and they need to evaluate what they mean to each other and how important they are. It’s such a sweet, heartwarming, feel good story about what family really means. It’s a simple and good story that can be read quickly.
*Copy was provided for review.
There are a roller coaster of events that threaten the pair and they need to evaluate what they mean to each other and how important they are. It’s such a sweet, heartwarming, feel good story about what family really means. It’s a simple and good story that can be read quickly.
*Copy was provided for review.
July 4, 2012
Familiar Ties was a very enjoyable read; a sweet romance revolving around the heart and soul of a family before it became official. I highly recommend this for a fun weekend read. The characters are very well developed and not without their individual flaws. The conflict was real. Couples want their dreams to come true and the babies are the ones paying the price for those dreams. I thought Naya did an excellent job of portraying her story and I compliment her grasp of Amy's conflict between the heart of a mother and the desires of her own heart. Well done and highly recommended!
June 22, 2012
I was lucky enough to win a copy of this book :) I have to say, I absolutely fell in love with it. I loved everything; the characters, the plot, just everything. It's so heartbreakingly beautiful. The characters' love of their children is just so moving. The relationships between the different characters are relatable and real. I enjoyed reading about the characters as they grow and learn more about themselves and each other. They finally realize their innermost desires at the end of the book. I loved reading it, and I'll definitely be reading it again in the future.
June 22, 2012
It was a quick sweet easy read. I felt a litte bored a few times. It was a lttle cheesy but cute. 3.5 stars
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 7, 2012
Very heartwarming story to read. Enjoyable.
August 10, 2012
Interesting story line. Hard to read at points due to the shifting of voices. Seemed like there was a lot of backstory to the characters and was hard to follow at times.
May 9, 2016
Now this is a a real romance novel. I read it 2x because sometimes you can miss things. It was better a 2nd time!
August 30, 2012
3.75 stars....sweet story. I think I loved Phoebe and Grace more than the main characters!
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