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When Love Hurts
Ever since her grandmother died on the day of her high school graduation, Jessica never had a family. Now she's grown up and has fallen in love with a man named Chris that she thought was her soul mate. But she was wrong.
When she discovers evidence of Chris' infidelity she confronts him. One thing leads to another and she leaves his place battered and bruised. She goes into the home of her childhood friend Jaylen who isn't much of a child anymore with a growing business and bills of his own.She takes this time to confront her life, her situation and her overwhelming need for love. But will her need for love be too strong to resist when Chris shows up looking for her?
When she discovers evidence of Chris' infidelity she confronts him. One thing leads to another and she leaves his place battered and bruised. She goes into the home of her childhood friend Jaylen who isn't much of a child anymore with a growing business and bills of his own.She takes this time to confront her life, her situation and her overwhelming need for love. But will her need for love be too strong to resist when Chris shows up looking for her?
96 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 23, 2012
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January 11, 2018
One of the worst books that i have ever read. I guess everyone that rated this have literally never read a decent book in their life. not only was it so ridiculously fast paced that you didn't have a chance to sympathize with the characters you didn't even realize it was finished until you were reading the last word.
Jessica has to be one of the single most spineless characters in history. Her best friends Malcolm and Jaylen have to put up with her crazy life and the shenanigans she constantly gets into with her no good boyfriend, Chris.
Jessica has to be one of the single most spineless characters in history. Her best friends Malcolm and Jaylen have to put up with her crazy life and the shenanigans she constantly gets into with her no good boyfriend, Chris.
May 12, 2016
This book was one crazy rollercoaster of a ride. This is a 4 part series, and I'm not sure I'll be reading the next three books, because honestly I hated all of the characters. Jess is just totally pathetic and immature, Angela is a b#itch, and Chris and Malcolm are the most put together but still get on my nerves.
October 30, 2021
Yes Love Can Hurt
Jessica was raised by her grandmother and her best friends were Jaylen and Malcom (brothers) . They went to college together and Jaylen dropped out to pursue his dream and when Jessica met Chris he walked her into dropping out to pursue her photography but with no marketing ideas or creativity in that aspect things just did not jump off. As Jessica sees a perfect relationship in Jaylen and Angela, her own is deteriorating especially when Chris is randomly dropped off and kissing a woman right in front of her. Jaylen lives quite close and when her and Chris argue and violent also Jessica finds here self Done and at Jaylens door. While Jaylen sneaks Jessica in his place they have one unforgettable evening and when she’s goes back to Chris the friendship is broken. Chris promises gets him and Jessica engaged but one night out has her back at square A but pregnant! Jaylen puts them paws on Chris and him and Malcolm invite Jessica back into their lives…part 2 please
Jessica was raised by her grandmother and her best friends were Jaylen and Malcom (brothers) . They went to college together and Jaylen dropped out to pursue his dream and when Jessica met Chris he walked her into dropping out to pursue her photography but with no marketing ideas or creativity in that aspect things just did not jump off. As Jessica sees a perfect relationship in Jaylen and Angela, her own is deteriorating especially when Chris is randomly dropped off and kissing a woman right in front of her. Jaylen lives quite close and when her and Chris argue and violent also Jessica finds here self Done and at Jaylens door. While Jaylen sneaks Jessica in his place they have one unforgettable evening and when she’s goes back to Chris the friendship is broken. Chris promises gets him and Jessica engaged but one night out has her back at square A but pregnant! Jaylen puts them paws on Chris and him and Malcolm invite Jessica back into their lives…part 2 please
January 5, 2023
Triggering yet Intriguing…
This was an extremely fast read…I started last night and literally finished at midnight. I got so engrossed in the story that I couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to download the next book so I can see what happens next. I mean it’s very typical but you find yourself rooting for the underdog (to say the least).
Overall, it’s a good story…has a good twist. If you’re older and have been through some things, you see the red flags in each of the relationships/people. Not one person is perfect within the book but most seem to lend something helpful to the story.
This was an extremely fast read…I started last night and literally finished at midnight. I got so engrossed in the story that I couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to download the next book so I can see what happens next. I mean it’s very typical but you find yourself rooting for the underdog (to say the least).
Overall, it’s a good story…has a good twist. If you’re older and have been through some things, you see the red flags in each of the relationships/people. Not one person is perfect within the book but most seem to lend something helpful to the story.
September 4, 2017
When Love Hurts (Jaylen and Jessica Book 1)
A quick read. Too quick for me. Jessica has an abusive 👦 friend and goes to stay with her best friends Jaylen and his brother Malcolm. She is "still in love" so she says. Goes back to Chris. Though she is preggo he beats her and puts her out. Now she's homeless.
A quick read. Too quick for me. Jessica has an abusive 👦 friend and goes to stay with her best friends Jaylen and his brother Malcolm. She is "still in love" so she says. Goes back to Chris. Though she is preggo he beats her and puts her out. Now she's homeless.
December 26, 2017
Overall, the premise of the plot is a good one. However, I was frustrated with Jessica. She acted more like a teen than an over twenty year old,her actions and choices made were stupid. She seemed more victim than anything else. No gumption or fighting spirit. I loved Jalen and Malcolm.I didn't like how this book ended. I hate cliffhangers.
July 1, 2018
Good book
It was a good book, the storyline was good and it was a fast paced read. Finished off in one day. Enjoyed it would get the second book to see what happened to jessica. Did not like Angela .
It was a good book, the storyline was good and it was a fast paced read. Finished off in one day. Enjoyed it would get the second book to see what happened to jessica. Did not like Angela .
November 26, 2018
This book started out slow grabbing my attention but in the end it was worth the wait. This is a four book series 2)I Won't Cry 3)We'll Make It Through 4) No Matter What. I guess I'm nosey like that to chk out Book 2.
April 11, 2020
Good book
I’m enjoying reading the book but Jessica has so many issues it’s hard to take it all in. What I don’t understand and does not make sense is, why don’t she just work for Jaylen. There is no reason for her to not have a job. That just didn’t add up to me.
I’m enjoying reading the book but Jessica has so many issues it’s hard to take it all in. What I don’t understand and does not make sense is, why don’t she just work for Jaylen. There is no reason for her to not have a job. That just didn’t add up to me.
May 8, 2020
Good, short read
Young girl, lives with her boyfriend. He is a cheating, lying jerk. She has two brothers, who have been her friends forever. She goes to them, after her boyfriend beats her up. Now, she left again, and is pregnant.
Young girl, lives with her boyfriend. He is a cheating, lying jerk. She has two brothers, who have been her friends forever. She goes to them, after her boyfriend beats her up. Now, she left again, and is pregnant.
July 9, 2020
I read the book in one night!
The story line is amazing. I couldn't stop reading it. The editing wasn't perfect but I get it. It makes you want to read more to find out what happens! Can't wait to read the next book.
The story line is amazing. I couldn't stop reading it. The editing wasn't perfect but I get it. It makes you want to read more to find out what happens! Can't wait to read the next book.
January 28, 2022
Great Quick Read
I was looking for something quick to read and came across this in my kindle library. So glad I made the choice to read it because I could not put it down. I’m looking forward to continuing the series and finding out what happens with Jessica next.
I was looking for something quick to read and came across this in my kindle library. So glad I made the choice to read it because I could not put it down. I’m looking forward to continuing the series and finding out what happens with Jessica next.
September 19, 2017
Interesting
The book was quite interesting. I think I will buy the next book in the series to see how it all unfolds for Jay and Jess.
The book was quite interesting. I think I will buy the next book in the series to see how it all unfolds for Jay and Jess.
December 4, 2017
Awesome book
This book was all around a great book. There was nothing I didn’t like about it. Great job on this mater piece.
This book was all around a great book. There was nothing I didn’t like about it. Great job on this mater piece.
December 7, 2017
Great book to read
I enjoyed this book. The only thing I did not like about this book was that it was too short.
I enjoyed this book. The only thing I did not like about this book was that it was too short.
January 28, 2018
Love Sometimes Hurts
Life is very difficult for Jessica, but it is easier to deal with when you have friends and family that love you. Lessons learned.
Life is very difficult for Jessica, but it is easier to deal with when you have friends and family that love you. Lessons learned.
April 13, 2018
Good story
I was impressed with how Jaylen and Malcolm looked after Jess. I loved he story, but again, please edit, edit, edit prior to releasing.
I was impressed with how Jaylen and Malcolm looked after Jess. I loved he story, but again, please edit, edit, edit prior to releasing.
July 11, 2018
If you're looking for a quick-read without any real character development or plot, then this is an OK read but I've definitely read this story before.
August 1, 2018
Awesome start
This is an awesome start for this series. Can’t wait to read part 2,3,4. Great job. This book will keep you on your toes wondering why. It’s a must
This is an awesome start for this series. Can’t wait to read part 2,3,4. Great job. This book will keep you on your toes wondering why. It’s a must
September 21, 2018
Absolutely love this book
I was on the edge of my seat from the first word. Can’t wait to see what’s in store in the rest of the series.
I was on the edge of my seat from the first word. Can’t wait to see what’s in store in the rest of the series.
December 19, 2018
Good story
This was a pretty good story but its hard to get past how stupid Jessica is. Hopefully things will work out in part two.
This was a pretty good story but its hard to get past how stupid Jessica is. Hopefully things will work out in part two.
February 5, 2019
Yessss!
I absolutely Cannot wait to read the sequel to this book! I could not stop reading every chance I got I would read read read‼️
I absolutely Cannot wait to read the sequel to this book! I could not stop reading every chance I got I would read read read‼️
April 9, 2019
Good book
Can’t wait to read more. I can’t wait to see what happens next and I am looking for part 2 now
Can’t wait to read more. I can’t wait to see what happens next and I am looking for part 2 now
July 19, 2019
This book kept me mesmerized!!!
Jaylen, Jessica and Malcolm's story plays out in real life e everyday. That is when your best friends see you going down a path of destruction.
Jaylen, Jessica and Malcolm's story plays out in real life e everyday. That is when your best friends see you going down a path of destruction.
November 8, 2019
Great read
Loved the book. I was so excited to read the rest of the series until I found out it’s not available on Kindle. Now I’ll never know how the story ends
Loved the book. I was so excited to read the rest of the series until I found out it’s not available on Kindle. Now I’ll never know how the story ends
April 16, 2020
Good read
This books kept my attention from the first page. I was able to read this book in one sitting and I can’t wait to read the next one to see what happens next.
This books kept my attention from the first page. I was able to read this book in one sitting and I can’t wait to read the next one to see what happens next.
July 12, 2020
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Couldn’t put this read down.
Really enjoyed this story and ready to start on the second book! Will share this book with friends
Couldn’t put this read down.
Really enjoyed this story and ready to start on the second book! Will share this book with friends
August 4, 2020
Love it
I can relate to this book and can not wait until I can get the next book to find out what is going to happen.
I can relate to this book and can not wait until I can get the next book to find out what is going to happen.
December 6, 2020
Love story
Fast pace. The storyline was great. You can feel the pain and compassion between the characters. By the end you'll want to read more.
Fast pace. The storyline was great. You can feel the pain and compassion between the characters. By the end you'll want to read more.
December 20, 2021
Emotional
This book is based on true experiences that women go through in life. I really enjoyed reading this book. I just purchased part 2.
This book is based on true experiences that women go through in life. I really enjoyed reading this book. I just purchased part 2.
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