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McAllister Family #1
After the Storm
Lila McAllister is exhausted. So much so that her grandfather forces her to go on a sabbatical. She takes off from the big city for some rest and relaxation in her family's home town of Galveston, Texas.
While there she meets Mixed Martial Arts fighter Zach Thomas. After a rocky first encounter, they end up stuck together during a hurricane, and while the storms rage outside, the heat between the two of them rises on the inside.
While there she meets Mixed Martial Arts fighter Zach Thomas. After a rocky first encounter, they end up stuck together during a hurricane, and while the storms rage outside, the heat between the two of them rises on the inside.
156 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 7, 2013
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December 3, 2013
Hotel heiress Lila McAllister wasn't looking for love, she wasn't even looking for a peace of mind. But when she's ordered by her grandfather to take a sabbatical during an impending hurricane, she may just be overwhelmed by another storm she didn't quite see coming her way.
MMA fighter Zach Thomas needs a moment out of the spotlight. Filled with hurt and anger over the betrayal by a close friend he needs to hide away and prepare for the fight of his life. He doesn't realize he will soon be fighting another fight to hold on to his heart.
When a chance meeting at an airport places both Lila and Zach on a collision course they both are about to enter a perfect storm they won't soon forget.
Te` Russ did a wonderful job of drawing me in hook, line and sinker. She tells the story of two people who aren't looking for love, but somehow find it staring them in the face. They find strength and encouragement in one another as they both experience tumultuous storms in their own lives. This is the second novel I have read by Ms. Russ, and I enjoy the way her characters draw you in and allow you to easily relate to them.
In this story she digs into the world of MMA and paints vivid pictures of a sport on the rise, with insight, clarity, and entertainment. For the lovers in the house, it's the perfect contemporary romance. And for those looking for a little bit of adventure, your blood is sure to boil over with this read. Great job!
MMA fighter Zach Thomas needs a moment out of the spotlight. Filled with hurt and anger over the betrayal by a close friend he needs to hide away and prepare for the fight of his life. He doesn't realize he will soon be fighting another fight to hold on to his heart.
When a chance meeting at an airport places both Lila and Zach on a collision course they both are about to enter a perfect storm they won't soon forget.
Te` Russ did a wonderful job of drawing me in hook, line and sinker. She tells the story of two people who aren't looking for love, but somehow find it staring them in the face. They find strength and encouragement in one another as they both experience tumultuous storms in their own lives. This is the second novel I have read by Ms. Russ, and I enjoy the way her characters draw you in and allow you to easily relate to them.
In this story she digs into the world of MMA and paints vivid pictures of a sport on the rise, with insight, clarity, and entertainment. For the lovers in the house, it's the perfect contemporary romance. And for those looking for a little bit of adventure, your blood is sure to boil over with this read. Great job!
September 24, 2015
This is my 4th book by this author and the 1st one in this series. A very sweet love story. A must read.
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January 24, 2015
This is a very romantic love story. I appreciated the journey from Lila and Zach's chance meeting, unexpected love, to their lifetime commitment to one another. Te' Russ delicately weaved a delicate, yet interesting connection between Lila, a down-to-Earth heiress, and Zach, a non-arrogant mixed martial arts fighter. Their personalities and lifestyles blended so well together. I did long for more description during their sexual encounters. Nothing too raunchy, but more to draw me in. Overall, this story was well-written and allowed me to complete the read feeling good.
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February 16, 2015
Lila McAllister had a health scare and she was forced to take to some time off and Zach Thomas is a MMA fighter who takes some time off before his next fight. There first meeting doesn't go over so well but then they end up stranded together. Even though they didn't have a very good first meeting you can tell that the more time they spend together the more they like each other. They both have to let their defenses down in order to see were things will lead. I loved this story and I can't wait to read the other books in this series.
August 18, 2014
A Sweet Romance- BRAB Online Book Club
This is my first read by this author. Zach and Lila met and did not hit it off at first. Fate intervened and made it impossible for them to ignore each other. Their romance developed and became a beautiful romance.
This is my first read by this author. Zach and Lila met and did not hit it off at first. Fate intervened and made it impossible for them to ignore each other. Their romance developed and became a beautiful romance.
January 11, 2015
After the Storm
This my second book by Te Russ and it was sweet and sensual. This author has a knack for writing beautiful, tasteful romance. I love the fact that she does not carryout out the conflict between the main characters too long.
This my second book by Te Russ and it was sweet and sensual. This author has a knack for writing beautiful, tasteful romance. I love the fact that she does not carryout out the conflict between the main characters too long.
May 6, 2016
Great Read
I thoroughly enjoyed Lila and Zach's story. It was a sweet romance without all the drama. I look forward to the next story in the series.
I thoroughly enjoyed Lila and Zach's story. It was a sweet romance without all the drama. I look forward to the next story in the series.
March 28, 2025
Love in the Family
Lily Mc Allister is an hotel heiress who has her own event planning business. She gets word of the planned closure of the, family-owned, bed and breakfast and she discusses her wish to buy the property from her grandfather. The dear bed and breakfast in Galveston, Texas is the very first property the Mc Allisters began their successful hotel chain with. Lily is urged to go on a much needed sabbatical after she faints amidst her family, then goes to her new Texas property to have privacy and time away from work.
Zachary Thomas finishes a fight, and gets challenged for his belt by a former friend and team member. Since there is time before the next bout, he flies to Texas to take a break.
Lily encounters Zach in baggage claims, and tugs the bag in his hand because she thinks it is hers. He tries to clear things by explaining, but she is tugging to claim her bag. They’re both annoyed, and he correctly points to the indication on the bag and she relents. While she drives to the property, she admits she should have apologized to that guy.
Zach gets directed to the bed and breakfast after he couldn’t book a room in the Mc Allister’s hotel nearby, and it is storming.
Lily tries to turn him away, and then lets him stay.
The story describes their lives and scrutinies, and how relationships require a bit more care to get it where those involved need it.
Lily Mc Allister is an hotel heiress who has her own event planning business. She gets word of the planned closure of the, family-owned, bed and breakfast and she discusses her wish to buy the property from her grandfather. The dear bed and breakfast in Galveston, Texas is the very first property the Mc Allisters began their successful hotel chain with. Lily is urged to go on a much needed sabbatical after she faints amidst her family, then goes to her new Texas property to have privacy and time away from work.
Zachary Thomas finishes a fight, and gets challenged for his belt by a former friend and team member. Since there is time before the next bout, he flies to Texas to take a break.
Lily encounters Zach in baggage claims, and tugs the bag in his hand because she thinks it is hers. He tries to clear things by explaining, but she is tugging to claim her bag. They’re both annoyed, and he correctly points to the indication on the bag and she relents. While she drives to the property, she admits she should have apologized to that guy.
Zach gets directed to the bed and breakfast after he couldn’t book a room in the Mc Allister’s hotel nearby, and it is storming.
Lily tries to turn him away, and then lets him stay.
The story describes their lives and scrutinies, and how relationships require a bit more care to get it where those involved need it.
December 10, 2020
Enjoyable
There seemed like there was going to be a storm from beginning to end in this enjoyable book Lila’s encounter with Zach at the airport had me wondering if they would survive each other until the end of the book I couldn’t help but laugh at the two stubborn people who tried to ignore the undeniable passion that was between them.
I really enjoyed the book I only gave for stars because it did have a few editing issues.
There seemed like there was going to be a storm from beginning to end in this enjoyable book Lila’s encounter with Zach at the airport had me wondering if they would survive each other until the end of the book I couldn’t help but laugh at the two stubborn people who tried to ignore the undeniable passion that was between them.
I really enjoyed the book I only gave for stars because it did have a few editing issues.
September 6, 2017
Good
Lila and Zach encountered each other at the right time. It lead to enemies to friends to lovers. The characters were developed, so I got a good sense of their past while understanding their present and future. Even though it appears to be rushed, real love doesn't have a timetable... or so I'm told.
Lila and Zach encountered each other at the right time. It lead to enemies to friends to lovers. The characters were developed, so I got a good sense of their past while understanding their present and future. Even though it appears to be rushed, real love doesn't have a timetable... or so I'm told.
October 4, 2020
Longtime Fan
Lila and Zach ha great chemistry. The first meeting between the two was a little dramatic, but was soon worked out. I would have love to know more about Chad's reasons for turning on Zach. Also, more about Lila's absence the spotlight and why her predicament caused so much drama.
Lila and Zach ha great chemistry. The first meeting between the two was a little dramatic, but was soon worked out. I would have love to know more about Chad's reasons for turning on Zach. Also, more about Lila's absence the spotlight and why her predicament caused so much drama.
November 14, 2018
Lovely story
Te Russ has a unique way of penning real and relatable characters that you root for, cry with, and imagine being. The McAllister family will not disappoint. Well worth the read.
Te Russ has a unique way of penning real and relatable characters that you root for, cry with, and imagine being. The McAllister family will not disappoint. Well worth the read.
September 28, 2019
Sweetest thing
Such a sweet love story! Zach and Lila were adorable and so in love. I wished there was more exposure to Zach's family, especially at the fight and wedding. The constant grammatical errors were a true annoyance. Please do better editing.
Such a sweet love story! Zach and Lila were adorable and so in love. I wished there was more exposure to Zach's family, especially at the fight and wedding. The constant grammatical errors were a true annoyance. Please do better editing.
May 21, 2022
4⭐️’s
Loved the characters and story content! However the love scenes have no creativity or sensuality as I find myself keep saying about this author! But she has great content otherwise so a good read none the less…
Loved the characters and story content! However the love scenes have no creativity or sensuality as I find myself keep saying about this author! But she has great content otherwise so a good read none the less…
September 24, 2023
Zach and Lila
This book was kind of boring and very lackluster. There was no emotion or passion jumping off the page. I've read some of the author's other books but this didn't live up to those.
This book was kind of boring and very lackluster. There was no emotion or passion jumping off the page. I've read some of the author's other books but this didn't live up to those.
October 11, 2023
Storm Indeed
I love Zach and Lila. Zach is so sweet, and he knew Lila was the one for him. It is always so wonderful how the men and women are tragically flawed, but in the end, love always wins.
I love Zach and Lila. Zach is so sweet, and he knew Lila was the one for him. It is always so wonderful how the men and women are tragically flawed, but in the end, love always wins.
January 9, 2019
Awesome Book
After the Storm was a great book! I couldn't put my kindle down! I enjoyed the storyline and the chemistry between the couple!
After the Storm was a great book! I couldn't put my kindle down! I enjoyed the storyline and the chemistry between the couple!
January 10, 2019
Loved it
Wow... I am loving this series already. Can't wait to start on Cassandra's book. Another good one by Ms. Russ.
Wow... I am loving this series already. Can't wait to start on Cassandra's book. Another good one by Ms. Russ.
July 6, 2019
Quick and easy read
Pretty good story. Quick and easy read.Not a ton of character development or prepping for the next story. I would have liked to know more.
Pretty good story. Quick and easy read.Not a ton of character development or prepping for the next story. I would have liked to know more.
November 14, 2019
🥰🥰🥰🥰
That was clever of Zach to act like a delivery man, and just show up with flowers, i think that was amazing, he didn’t gave up. Lila and Zach 🙌🏾
That was clever of Zach to act like a delivery man, and just show up with flowers, i think that was amazing, he didn’t gave up. Lila and Zach 🙌🏾
May 29, 2020
Love Wins
I truly loved this story. From the characters to the settings. I look forward to learning more about this family in this series.
I truly loved this story. From the characters to the settings. I look forward to learning more about this family in this series.
October 15, 2020
Storm
The series was quite a thrill in reading about the McAllisters family, each story could stand alone, but it was fun with each one.
The series was quite a thrill in reading about the McAllisters family, each story could stand alone, but it was fun with each one.
July 16, 2021
After the Storm
What can I say? I enjoyed every thing about this read. The back drop of the air b&b gave off cozy comfy vibes, cute unexpected romance and plot. Good read
What can I say? I enjoyed every thing about this read. The back drop of the air b&b gave off cozy comfy vibes, cute unexpected romance and plot. Good read
November 27, 2021
star rating 3.50
February 24, 2024
Awesome
This was an excellent read I enjoyed from open to close of this book
Now time to read the next book in the series
This was an excellent read I enjoyed from open to close of this book
Now time to read the next book in the series
July 18, 2020
This is my 4th book by Té Russ. It feels like she has intentionally stepped up the sexiness in this book, but it comes across a bit clumsy at times. Lila and Zach are a fling that turns into forever. It’s a cute well written book and I look forward to reading more of her work.
March 16, 2017
Very entertaining read
March 6, 2017
Just ok
The book was a good read but not as great as I expected. It was hyped up. Fairly quick relationship
The book was a good read but not as great as I expected. It was hyped up. Fairly quick relationship
September 9, 2016
Loved this book!
Lila and Zach were too cute. Lila was stubborn and Zach was sexy and loving. I really enjoyed their story. On to the next in the McAllister series.
Lila and Zach were too cute. Lila was stubborn and Zach was sexy and loving. I really enjoyed their story. On to the next in the McAllister series.
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