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Distractions
After the end of a six-year relationship with an emotionally abusive boyfriend, Olivia Ward wants nothing more than to forget her deceitful ex and rebuild her demolished self-confidence. But when Alex Matlock, a devilishly handsome man with piercing hazel eyes and a beautiful smile, enters her cupcake shop just weeks after her break-up, Olivia knows he's the only one that can break down the walls surrounding her heart.
109 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 20, 2013
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August 12, 2016
★★★★4STARS
✦ I'm really enjoying this ✦
✦ What's supposed to be just good ol' rebound sex ✦
✦ Slowly turns into something more ✦
✦But what happens when your past catches up with you - is this going to be enough? ✦
Really looking forward to the final instalment of the Rebound Series
**ALEX, I'm watching you. Please don't screw this up! **
December 22, 2013
Even after the end of a long relationship when she should be taking time and having fun Olivia begins to unwillingly fall for her rebound man. She just can't help how her heart feels; even when it's breaking it's still in love with Alex. She lets a lot slide on "I'm sorry" because to her he's worth it.
Alex isn't used to someone caring so much for him that she's willing to give all of herself and he's scared that he doesn't deserve her. Which at the rate he keeps messing up maybe he doesn't. But that doesn't change the fact that they are in love with each other, even if they aren't willing to admit it to anyone, not even each other.
I'm not sure how the third book is going to play out, but I sure hope Alex gets his head out of his ass before it's too late. Olivia deserves the man he can be if he tries. And he better hurry up before creepy texter does something crazy! I cannot wait…bring on book three!
My Favorite Moment of Frustration: No matter what else is going on, once you've made up your mind, if you only have 4% battery life left you better send one heck of a quick text, and if you don't then….
I cannot wait to see how this plays out.
My Favorite Moment: Is it a girl or a boy? Discovering the answer was so funny and in the end he gets Bubbles!
Alex isn't used to someone caring so much for him that she's willing to give all of herself and he's scared that he doesn't deserve her. Which at the rate he keeps messing up maybe he doesn't. But that doesn't change the fact that they are in love with each other, even if they aren't willing to admit it to anyone, not even each other.
I'm not sure how the third book is going to play out, but I sure hope Alex gets his head out of his ass before it's too late. Olivia deserves the man he can be if he tries. And he better hurry up before creepy texter does something crazy! I cannot wait…bring on book three!
My Favorite Moment of Frustration: No matter what else is going on, once you've made up your mind, if you only have 4% battery life left you better send one heck of a quick text, and if you don't then….
I cannot wait to see how this plays out.
My Favorite Moment: Is it a girl or a boy? Discovering the answer was so funny and in the end he gets Bubbles!
August 29, 2014
Distractions is just what I needed to avoid reality and combat the chaos of over commitment. I'll be looking for more books by Emilia Winters in the future.
I almost gave this book five stars based solely on the smart marketing ploy. Book one was a freebie and a fun little 100 page book that told a great story. I couldn't wait to read what happened after the conclusion of book one and purchased book 2, also 100ish pages, for only $.99. Damn. That was also a great little book and I just purchased book 3 for $2.99.
It's kind of nice to buy a story piece by piece. If you love the story you buy more and if you hate it you don't have any investment in a book you don't enjoy. Since most of my books are freebies, I've actually spent more on these little short stories than most other books this summer. You know what? It was a pretty darn good investment.
I almost gave this book five stars based solely on the smart marketing ploy. Book one was a freebie and a fun little 100 page book that told a great story. I couldn't wait to read what happened after the conclusion of book one and purchased book 2, also 100ish pages, for only $.99. Damn. That was also a great little book and I just purchased book 3 for $2.99.
It's kind of nice to buy a story piece by piece. If you love the story you buy more and if you hate it you don't have any investment in a book you don't enjoy. Since most of my books are freebies, I've actually spent more on these little short stories than most other books this summer. You know what? It was a pretty darn good investment.
May 2, 2023
Going on my previous book 1 review....I'm still here and still wondering what had me so intrigued to be here 10 years later. 4 stars again but not for the story line but for me having this in my tbr so let's hope book 3 grips me because I'm really feeling like an AGT judge who is quickly going for the X button. Bring on book 3. PS. Did book 1 and 2 in 1 day....hmmmmm....at least my skills have improved in 10 years.
November 2, 2020
It was ok. I didn't bother to keep reading and see how things worked out in book #3.
Read Caleb's book instead it was much more romantic and worth the money.
Read Caleb's book instead it was much more romantic and worth the money.
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February 9, 2021DNF (paused) at 17%. Lost my interest after I finished the first book.
March 8, 2014
I was given this book in exchange for an honest review.
I read the first book and fell in love with the characters right away. This book just made me love them all the more. This is such a short story you could read this in one sitting, but with being a short story there is a lot of ups and downs. I love that the author could put so much in such few pages without it seeming overdone. I can't wait to read the next installment and other works from the author.
I read the first book and fell in love with the characters right away. This book just made me love them all the more. This is such a short story you could read this in one sitting, but with being a short story there is a lot of ups and downs. I love that the author could put so much in such few pages without it seeming overdone. I can't wait to read the next installment and other works from the author.
May 19, 2014
Oh Alex....men can be stupid sometimes! !!! They don't think like we do..men from Mars women from Venus comes to mind.
Life can get in the way..Unfortunately. .and spoil a lovely relationship.
Olivia..again a loving warm beautiful woman. have patience.
There ..my rant over for now.
This story is fantastic. love reading about Luke Adam and Caleb.
Dear Beth..thinking of you.
totally love Bubbles hee hee. that's my nickname years ago
Roll on book 3 x
Life can get in the way..Unfortunately. .and spoil a lovely relationship.
Olivia..again a loving warm beautiful woman. have patience.
There ..my rant over for now.
This story is fantastic. love reading about Luke Adam and Caleb.
Dear Beth..thinking of you.
totally love Bubbles hee hee. that's my nickname years ago
Roll on book 3 x
July 6, 2014
Fantastic
The first two book were so unbelievably good. I could not put the two books down. I finished Book one and two in two days. I am an avid reader, I read a lot of book, these books blew me away. Looking forward to Book three. I know I would give this book more than 5 stars!!!
The first two book were so unbelievably good. I could not put the two books down. I finished Book one and two in two days. I am an avid reader, I read a lot of book, these books blew me away. Looking forward to Book three. I know I would give this book more than 5 stars!!!
August 18, 2014
I love Olivia and Alex's story. This book has some good moments and some intense when it comes to Alex dealing with his childhood demons. I think Olivia is good for him. I cried at the end of this book because it always seems that some misunderstanding tends to cause heartache in relationships and Alex and Olivia are not immune to them....I cannot wait to read book 3.
June 26, 2015
Another great addition to the series. Both characters are very likable. They both have some issues to work through and are busy in their work lives. In this book we see the characters trying to navigate a new relationship with busy work lives. Relationships take work, its not always sunshine and roses. This is what they find out. Ready for the last book.
March 24, 2014
Alex and Olivia can't get enough of one another. If Alex could just move on from his past things would be a little smoother for them. A little bit of a roller coaster relationship. And now Olivia has an admirer that not so stable.
February 10, 2014
I'm so frustrated! I need the last book and I need it now!
May 20, 2014
I'm really loving this series, the characters and story are brilliant. I highly recommend this author and series.
April 28, 2014
Fab quick read, really enjoyable, started the first book to fill a gap, but then had to read the subsequent books as I needed to know what happened.
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June 11, 2014goood
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June 26, 2014
wow. this second books just leaves you hanging....for more. I can't wait to read the last book to find out how it all ends.
August 14, 2014
These are so addictive!!! Loving Olivia & Alex and where this story is going.
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