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Second Chances #3
You Turn
Sometimes our first love is also meant to be our last...
After being dumped by her fiancé, Eleanor Carrington flees to Paris to help her self-medicated mother. While keeping her mom from popping pills like gummy bears, Eleanor launches a new, no-strings-attached life plan with absolutely NO falling in love whatsoever. On her part at least, because her self-esteem could do with one or two Frenchmen going un peu crazy for her.
What she doesn’t need is for her first Grand Amour, Zachary Murdoch, to burst back into her life. Whatever shit-show she’s just been through was a stroll. What Zach put her though was a climb up Mount Everest. Barefoot. In a bikini.
Now a club-owner in Paris, Zach is intrigued by the troubled woman who was once the sweet girl he had to give up. Offering a shoulder for her to cry on is what he owes her. Loving her is what he lost the right to. Because there’s a reason he broke up with Lenor and that reason is why she’s in Paris.
But Paris is known as the City of Love…
Will he be her turn at love?
*** You Turn is a contemporary adult romance and part of the Second Chances series. However, Lenor and Zach’s story can be read as a stand-alone novel. There is no cliffhanger. ***
After being dumped by her fiancé, Eleanor Carrington flees to Paris to help her self-medicated mother. While keeping her mom from popping pills like gummy bears, Eleanor launches a new, no-strings-attached life plan with absolutely NO falling in love whatsoever. On her part at least, because her self-esteem could do with one or two Frenchmen going un peu crazy for her.
What she doesn’t need is for her first Grand Amour, Zachary Murdoch, to burst back into her life. Whatever shit-show she’s just been through was a stroll. What Zach put her though was a climb up Mount Everest. Barefoot. In a bikini.
Now a club-owner in Paris, Zach is intrigued by the troubled woman who was once the sweet girl he had to give up. Offering a shoulder for her to cry on is what he owes her. Loving her is what he lost the right to. Because there’s a reason he broke up with Lenor and that reason is why she’s in Paris.
But Paris is known as the City of Love…
Will he be her turn at love?
*** You Turn is a contemporary adult romance and part of the Second Chances series. However, Lenor and Zach’s story can be read as a stand-alone novel. There is no cliffhanger. ***
292 pages, Paperback
First published October 6, 2014
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February 23, 2016
4 Second Chance Stars
You Turn should have been one of those predictable, slightly cheesy, romantic reads that threw in a little angst to mix things up...and yet it wasn't. It was unpredictable with some twists I never saw coming, it was light on the angst without being boring or cheesy, and it was romantic in a way that keeps you rooting for the couple throughout the entire book. In short? I really REALLY enjoyed this book.
After first meeting Eleanor in No Reverse, I have beenimpatiently waiting for her to finally get her HEA. Having read both No Reverse and Fast Forward I can tell you that you can definitely read this as a standalone, but I would recommend you read those two books anyway simply because they're fantastic.
Five years ago, eighteen year old Eleanor fell in love with Zachary Murdoch III and he shattered her. Two months ago Lenor's fiance of 4 years broke up with her to be with the love from his past. Heartbroken, Lenor runs to Paris to care for her recovering addict mother and to try to escape the heartbreak of her past. She wants to move forward, so the last thing she expects is the flesh and blood blast from her past.
You Turn is told in alternating flashbacks of present and the days of the past that led Lenor and Zach to first fall for each other and then for Zach to break her heart. What I loved is that the author gives you a clear division with the past being told solely in Zach's POV, and the present solely in Lenor's. This allows the reader to not only understand the characters that much better, it truly allows you to feel for the characters and the why's of what happened.
Zach never got over Lenor nor the way that things ended with them. He wants this new chance to prove to her that he's no longer the damaged and broken boy from the past that turned to booze, drugs and women for his comfort. He's moved on and made something of himself being the owner of a sucessful Parisian club. He has money and success but what he truly wants is her forgiveness. He would love a chance for her heart, but he knows that he will never deserve that again.
This is not a book that is overly steamy or even steamy at all, and even though that would usually bother me (what? I never hid my pervy ways. This is nothing new), I found that I loved the story and the second chance romance so much that I didn't even bat an eyelash at the lack of steam.
I fell for Zach hard in this book. Having seen the past from his eyes and knowing what drove his actions and decisions then truly allowed me to understand him that much more. Seeing the way that he tried to atone in the present and his clear love for Lenor was just...gah...I don't even have the words. It was emotional and lovely and at times broke even my poor black little heart.
Seeing the Zach from the past, he was definitely far from perfect. But it also helps you understand the Zach of the present that much more. The author did a great job with characterization and showing the true growth of both these MCs.
The romance between Zach and Lenor is a slow burn with a strong undercurrent of their chemistry. It's constantly present even through their push and pull. And while this romance is what I'd call steamy lite, it definitely still had it's moments.
It wasn't overly angsty yet it had it's share of turbulance. What truly made this book were the incredibly endearing characters. I loved the way the author portrayed Lenor through her struggle of losing her fiance, Josh, to another woman without having her come across as a vapid and selfish little rich girl. I was already strongly invested in her character in the first two books, and that only solidified for me here.
This was a beautiful and touching second chance romance that you won't be able to help but fall for.
If you haven't yet discovered this author, I strongly recommend you get acquainted.
On a side note, I'm really hoping we get a book for Sam next. I've been wanting one for him since Fast Forward
ARC courtesy of author in exchange for an honest review
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...sometimes our first love is also meant to be our last.
You Turn should have been one of those predictable, slightly cheesy, romantic reads that threw in a little angst to mix things up...and yet it wasn't. It was unpredictable with some twists I never saw coming, it was light on the angst without being boring or cheesy, and it was romantic in a way that keeps you rooting for the couple throughout the entire book. In short? I really REALLY enjoyed this book.
After first meeting Eleanor in No Reverse, I have been
Five years ago, eighteen year old Eleanor fell in love with Zachary Murdoch III and he shattered her. Two months ago Lenor's fiance of 4 years broke up with her to be with the love from his past. Heartbroken, Lenor runs to Paris to care for her recovering addict mother and to try to escape the heartbreak of her past. She wants to move forward, so the last thing she expects is the flesh and blood blast from her past.
What the man opposite me put me through was like climbing Mount Everest. Barefoot. In a bikini.
You Turn is told in alternating flashbacks of present and the days of the past that led Lenor and Zach to first fall for each other and then for Zach to break her heart. What I loved is that the author gives you a clear division with the past being told solely in Zach's POV, and the present solely in Lenor's. This allows the reader to not only understand the characters that much better, it truly allows you to feel for the characters and the why's of what happened.
Zach never got over Lenor nor the way that things ended with them. He wants this new chance to prove to her that he's no longer the damaged and broken boy from the past that turned to booze, drugs and women for his comfort. He's moved on and made something of himself being the owner of a sucessful Parisian club. He has money and success but what he truly wants is her forgiveness. He would love a chance for her heart, but he knows that he will never deserve that again.
"I don't believe in 'sorry.' I believe in the truth and the truth is that you were the first friend I ever had.
This is not a book that is overly steamy or even steamy at all, and even though that would usually bother me (what? I never hid my pervy ways. This is nothing new), I found that I loved the story and the second chance romance so much that I didn't even bat an eyelash at the lack of steam.
I fell for Zach hard in this book. Having seen the past from his eyes and knowing what drove his actions and decisions then truly allowed me to understand him that much more. Seeing the way that he tried to atone in the present and his clear love for Lenor was just...gah...I don't even have the words. It was emotional and lovely and at times broke even my poor black little heart.
I was the little girl who loved you from afar. I was the woman who gave herself away for you and ended up losing a lot of who she was."
"Then allow me to give you back some of what I stole."
Seeing the Zach from the past, he was definitely far from perfect. But it also helps you understand the Zach of the present that much more. The author did a great job with characterization and showing the true growth of both these MCs.
The romance between Zach and Lenor is a slow burn with a strong undercurrent of their chemistry. It's constantly present even through their push and pull. And while this romance is what I'd call steamy lite, it definitely still had it's moments.
It wasn't overly angsty yet it had it's share of turbulance. What truly made this book were the incredibly endearing characters. I loved the way the author portrayed Lenor through her struggle of losing her fiance, Josh, to another woman without having her come across as a vapid and selfish little rich girl. I was already strongly invested in her character in the first two books, and that only solidified for me here.
This was a beautiful and touching second chance romance that you won't be able to help but fall for.
If you haven't yet discovered this author, I strongly recommend you get acquainted.
On a side note, I'm really hoping we get a book for Sam next. I've been wanting one for him since Fast Forward
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Sometimes our first love is also meant to be our last...
After being dumped by her fiancé, Eleanor Carrington flees to Paris to help her self-medicated mother. While keeping her mom from popping pills like gummy bears, Eleanor launches a new, no-strings-attached life plan with absolutely NO falling in love whatsoever. On her part at least, because her self-esteem could do with one or two Frenchmen going un peu crazy for her.
What she doesn’t need is for her first Grand Amour, Zachary Murdoch, to burst back into her life. Whatever shit-show she’s just been through was a stroll. What Zach put her though was a climb up Mount Everest. Barefoot. In a bikini.
Now a club-owner in Paris, Zach is intrigued by the troubled woman who was once the sweet girl he had to give up. Offering a shoulder for her to cry on is what he owes her. Loving her is what he lost the right to. Because there’s a reason he broke up with Lenor and that reason is why she’s in Paris.
But Paris is known as the City of Love…
Will he be her turn at love?
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November 26, 2014
2.5 Stars
I thought the story was very well written. Although the time lapses did make me dizzy. I just could not get past the wrong doings of our dear hero, Zach. You see, these kiddles, were dating when they were 18 and he fucked Lenor over. You knew that right away but you didn't know how bad it was, Lenor had no idea how bad it was. It was oogey...enter at your own risk . So yeah couldn't get over that. They pick up 5 years later and you go back and forth between past and present but yeah couldn't get over that. I had a feeling about it, but yeah couldn't get over that.
Another rant...
Clearly can't get over it :):)
PS. I normally never spoil major twists or reveals but this was one was THAT bad I felt I needed too. I wished I had read some of the reviews before I proceeded here. So here you, go, Golden Rule.
I thought the story was very well written. Although the time lapses did make me dizzy. I just could not get past the wrong doings of our dear hero, Zach. You see, these kiddles, were dating when they were 18 and he fucked Lenor over. You knew that right away but you didn't know how bad it was, Lenor had no idea how bad it was. It was oogey...enter at your own risk . So yeah couldn't get over that. They pick up 5 years later and you go back and forth between past and present but yeah couldn't get over that. I had a feeling about it, but yeah couldn't get over that.
Another rant...
Clearly can't get over it :):)
PS. I normally never spoil major twists or reveals but this was one was THAT bad I felt I needed too. I wished I had read some of the reviews before I proceeded here. So here you, go, Golden Rule.
November 26, 2014
2.5 stars
I can't write an actual review about this book because it will just be me spewing horrible words over and over again.
First off, the writing in this book was excellent. Marion Croslydon has a special way with words. I'd read another book of hers if I thought it would be completely different than this.
Because this book was so well written, it completely ripped my heart out. I cannot believe that I actually finished this, because usually I would DNF as soon as this book when where I figured it was going. But, like a total head case I had to twist the knife further by actually finishing.
Lenor deserved better in her life. Better from her mother, her father and Zach. The only person I think truly cared for her was her cousin, Charlie, and she wasn't much help either.
The thing that Zach did to Lenor can never be forgiven. I don't see how someone can come back from that. I truly dont. I sure as fuck wouldn't give Zach another chance if I was Lenor. The short span of time in the present day disturbed me. It seemed like everything important happened in the span of 2 weeks. I don't honestly think Zach was a better man in the present than he was in the past. It didn't ring true to me. The last 40% or so just killed any good feelings I had.
This book put me through the emotional ringer. I wish I could say I'd recommend this to someone. But I personally cannot. I know some people will actually enjoy this book, but the subject matter was not for me. Like I said, the writing was flawless. Its captivating and drew me in. So give it a try... or don't :/
*I said I wasn't going to write a review, but I guess in the end I did. And I only used a few bad words. Go me.
I can't write an actual review about this book because it will just be me spewing horrible words over and over again.
First off, the writing in this book was excellent. Marion Croslydon has a special way with words. I'd read another book of hers if I thought it would be completely different than this.
Because this book was so well written, it completely ripped my heart out. I cannot believe that I actually finished this, because usually I would DNF as soon as this book when where I figured it was going. But, like a total head case I had to twist the knife further by actually finishing.
Lenor deserved better in her life. Better from her mother, her father and Zach. The only person I think truly cared for her was her cousin, Charlie, and she wasn't much help either.
The thing that Zach did to Lenor can never be forgiven. I don't see how someone can come back from that. I truly dont. I sure as fuck wouldn't give Zach another chance if I was Lenor. The short span of time in the present day disturbed me. It seemed like everything important happened in the span of 2 weeks. I don't honestly think Zach was a better man in the present than he was in the past. It didn't ring true to me. The last 40% or so just killed any good feelings I had.
This book put me through the emotional ringer. I wish I could say I'd recommend this to someone. But I personally cannot. I know some people will actually enjoy this book, but the subject matter was not for me. Like I said, the writing was flawless. Its captivating and drew me in. So give it a try... or don't :/
*I said I wasn't going to write a review, but I guess in the end I did. And I only used a few bad words. Go me.
November 26, 2014
Meh....not great but not terrible
February 23, 2015
Get ready for a life-changing journey to Paris and a chance to find l'amour again!
Please note that YOU TURN is a standalone novel and can be read on its own. There is no cliffhanger.
YOU TURN is Lenor's story. We met Lenor in NO REVERSE, the first installment in the Second Chances Series. She was the 'other woman', but she was also kind-hearted and simply fighting for her man. But, maybe--maybe--Josh was never meant to be the one?
Will Zachary be her turn at love?
Please note that YOU TURN is a standalone novel and can be read on its own. There is no cliffhanger.
YOU TURN is Lenor's story. We met Lenor in NO REVERSE, the first installment in the Second Chances Series. She was the 'other woman', but she was also kind-hearted and simply fighting for her man. But, maybe--maybe--Josh was never meant to be the one?
Will Zachary be her turn at love?
November 23, 2014
I first met Lenor in Marion Croslydon's novel No Reverse. I wasn't sure how to feel about her, but when things didn't end well for her, I hoped she'd get a chance at finding love again and with You Turn, Marion has done just that. Everything I'd wanted for Lenor and more was in this book.
I sort of liked the Lenor I met in No Reverse. There wasn't too much in there about her as an individual, so when I realized I was really going to get to know her, I was very excited. Everything I thought I knew about Lenor was wrong. I had no idea how strong she was and that she'd had another huge betrayal in her past. I wasn't really sure how to feel about Zach, especially since it became apparent he'd broken Lenor's heart once before and done it brutally. However as time went on and Zach and Lenor spent more time together, I began to see what may have happened and how they could make things work with each other this tie around. I thought it was horrible they had the parents they did. Those men and women were never fit to be parents and it seemed so wrong their sins messed with their children. When you read the book you'll find out what a piece of work Louise, Lenor's mother is and her pompous father too, and how Zach's parents worked to mess him up too.
The story was very fast paced and kept me on my toes. I loved how the chapters were set up going between the past and the present, especially in the beginning, to help give us an idea of what had happened between Zach and Lenor and to give us some insight to their personalities. All it took to hook me was the first chapter and I had so many questions that kept getting answered and creating more as I read. I literally read this book in a matter of hours. I devoured it and was left wanting to see more of Zach and Lenor. There were moments when I was happy and then there were moments when I was devastated as truths came forward and realized Lenor and Zach and others were in pain.
There's no way I can do full justice to this novel in words. It is really a story that needs to be read to be experienced. Don't let the beautiful and inspired cover fool you. This novel is more than about sex, it's about love, second chances, family, relationships, and finding yourself and being true to you. It's a fabulous novel and Marion Croslydon has outdone herself with it. I can not wait for her next novel. I'm hoping it'll be Sam's story, but I'll take anything she writes.
I sort of liked the Lenor I met in No Reverse. There wasn't too much in there about her as an individual, so when I realized I was really going to get to know her, I was very excited. Everything I thought I knew about Lenor was wrong. I had no idea how strong she was and that she'd had another huge betrayal in her past. I wasn't really sure how to feel about Zach, especially since it became apparent he'd broken Lenor's heart once before and done it brutally. However as time went on and Zach and Lenor spent more time together, I began to see what may have happened and how they could make things work with each other this tie around. I thought it was horrible they had the parents they did. Those men and women were never fit to be parents and it seemed so wrong their sins messed with their children. When you read the book you'll find out what a piece of work Louise, Lenor's mother is and her pompous father too, and how Zach's parents worked to mess him up too.
The story was very fast paced and kept me on my toes. I loved how the chapters were set up going between the past and the present, especially in the beginning, to help give us an idea of what had happened between Zach and Lenor and to give us some insight to their personalities. All it took to hook me was the first chapter and I had so many questions that kept getting answered and creating more as I read. I literally read this book in a matter of hours. I devoured it and was left wanting to see more of Zach and Lenor. There were moments when I was happy and then there were moments when I was devastated as truths came forward and realized Lenor and Zach and others were in pain.
There's no way I can do full justice to this novel in words. It is really a story that needs to be read to be experienced. Don't let the beautiful and inspired cover fool you. This novel is more than about sex, it's about love, second chances, family, relationships, and finding yourself and being true to you. It's a fabulous novel and Marion Croslydon has outdone herself with it. I can not wait for her next novel. I'm hoping it'll be Sam's story, but I'll take anything she writes.
October 14, 2014
This was a good book to read. It was romantic, it had a lot of drama and angst, secrets and lies, and it has beautiful ending. I enjoyed reading it. It has a very well written dual POV. I like that it goes back and forth from past to present, it helps to understand their actions, Zachary’s most of all. Knowing what happened to him in the past, his loss, his bad choices, his change, helped to understand him and fall in love with him.
I liked Lenor. She’s a good daughter, despite of her bad relationship with her mother, she took care of her. Lenor is damaged, she have loved twice and she’s been let down twice. I totally relate to her. However, she has a chance to start over with Zach. I understood why she struggle about Zach, letting him in again meant giving him another chance to break her heart again, but she needed to move on, she needed closure. It was chance she needed to take, for her own sake. It was selfish, she did it without thinking about Zach’s feelings, but I’d have done the same thing.
Zachary was fascinating. You can see I was always in his side, right? He did things that he regretted for five years, and despite of that, he decided to mature, to become a better man. He did good, because when he had his second chance, he proved himself to Lenor, he proved that he was a man worth loving, a man worth forgiving. I love a man who changes out of love, and Zach did it without any hope of getting her back again in his life, that gives him more credit.
There were some things overwhelming about this book. There was so much french. Don't get me wrong, I love the language, it’s very romantic, but I felt it was overused, in my opinion. There were also some moments rushed in the book. Everything else was great, specially the end.
September 30, 2014
You Turn is one of those books where you know the main characters are going to end up together but instead of being predictable and boring it makes it worth your while. It is a light read (for me at least) for the most part, but the author sure knows when to throw a heartbreaking twist that leaves a reader coated in disbelief (I know I was). This book is a light read for me because despite the—shall we say—gloomy start of the book and the main characters’ predicament, the romantic sparks in the air made it lighter.
This book is told in both the main characters’—Zach’s and Eleanor’s—POVs, and it shows both the past and the present. Including their past in Zach’s POV is a nice touch in the story because the readers get to know the other side of what happened five years ago. The plot fits perfectly against each other. I like the way the chapters—the intervals of the past and present—are arranged.
The characters are easy to like. The impression I got from Eleanor Carrington is she’s not capable of holding onto anger for long. Yes, she was still hurting from the sudden break up with her ex-fiancée, but I didn’t get the feeling that she’s angry. I don’t know if that’s good or bad.
Zachary Murdoch (the present Zach) is laid back and cool. I felt his devotion to Eleanor right from the start. However, the man he became remains a mystery to me. I get it that he was waiting for Eleanor to step back into his life, but I don’t think I had enough emotions from the present him to really figure him out. I just know that he loves her. I am also not sure if that’s a good thing or not.
I want to say so much more, but I do not want to spoil anything. If I haven’t mentioned it, I really liked this book. Both sweet and heartbreaking, You Turn struck me as a story of not just first love and second chances, but also of heartaches, painful truths, dire mistakes and forgiveness.
~ Zee
This book is told in both the main characters’—Zach’s and Eleanor’s—POVs, and it shows both the past and the present. Including their past in Zach’s POV is a nice touch in the story because the readers get to know the other side of what happened five years ago. The plot fits perfectly against each other. I like the way the chapters—the intervals of the past and present—are arranged.
The characters are easy to like. The impression I got from Eleanor Carrington is she’s not capable of holding onto anger for long. Yes, she was still hurting from the sudden break up with her ex-fiancée, but I didn’t get the feeling that she’s angry. I don’t know if that’s good or bad.
Zachary Murdoch (the present Zach) is laid back and cool. I felt his devotion to Eleanor right from the start. However, the man he became remains a mystery to me. I get it that he was waiting for Eleanor to step back into his life, but I don’t think I had enough emotions from the present him to really figure him out. I just know that he loves her. I am also not sure if that’s a good thing or not.
I want to say so much more, but I do not want to spoil anything. If I haven’t mentioned it, I really liked this book. Both sweet and heartbreaking, You Turn struck me as a story of not just first love and second chances, but also of heartaches, painful truths, dire mistakes and forgiveness.
~ Zee
not-for-me-wtf
March 15, 2015DNF around 15%
August 20, 2022
3.75 stars
Couldn’t put this down.
Angsty second chance romance. The reveal towards the end is not great and I understand why some readers rated low. My rating is for the writing and my inability to put the book down once I’d started.
Unsure whether I’ll read the first two books in the series. I liked the closure that happened in this book between the H in book one and two and the h.
Couldn’t put this down.
Angsty second chance romance. The reveal towards the end is not great and I understand why some readers rated low. My rating is for the writing and my inability to put the book down once I’d started.
Unsure whether I’ll read the first two books in the series. I liked the closure that happened in this book between the H in book one and two and the h.
October 23, 2014
3.75 Their Turn Stars!!
Source: eARC for Honest Review Courtesy from Author and ATOMR Promotions
When we first meet Eleanor in the Second Chance series I have to admit that I never really warmed up to her but everyone deserves their HEA so I was happy to read this story. In here we get to see a different side of the ever perfect Lenor.
After being dumped by her ex so he can be with his wife and their baby she goes to Paris to help her manipulative cow of a mother. Here she catches up with her first love. Now she's forced to deal with her past so she can move forward and maybe finally have her turn at happiness.
"Lenor, sometimes our first love is also meant to be our last. Mistakes are made, but we learn to grown from them, and then we do."
Lenor has loved Zach since they were kids. For Zach once Lenor turned 18 he stared to think of her differently but while his own dysfunctional family was falling apart he started to lean on Lenor and develop feelings for her to only turn around and crush her heart later.
"This guy's hurt you, he knows that. He'll be a friend as long as you don't want him to be more. So what do you really want?" I shut my eyes even more tightly and rub my flat hands over my thighs. "I'm scared." "I know you are sweetie, and he is too. That's why it's worth taking the risk."
As Lenor is in Paris trying to find happiness she realizes that with her ex- Josh that she never let him all the way in because of Zach. Zach has regretted many choices from his past and once he realized what he lost he cleans up his act and forever pines about the what if of what could have been with Eleanor. Once Zach sees Lenor again he jumps at the opportunity for any form of a second chance with Lenor, even if it is only friends. As Zach and Lenor wade through friends to lovers, Zach's past collides with his present and all hell breaks loose.
"Eleanor Carrington." He seems to revel in the sound of my name like I have with his. "I so wanted to be your turn at love. It was my most fervent prayer." He kisses the inside of my wrist. "You are my wildest, sweetest dream and I'll keep dreaming about you because no one, no one, can ever take that dream away from me. Not even you."
The prologue alludes to the secrets and once they finally come out it is a hard pill to swallow when we think one thing (yuk) but thankfully as we read on we realize that we too jump to conclusions until we get to hear Zach's side of the story. I was starting to really like Lenor until this part and then when she was being so stubborn and wouldn't listen to anyone she started to grate on me. Thankfully she took this as an opportunity to move forward with her own life and not be anyone's puppet any more. Don't get me wrong Zach's secret was a tough one to swallow for Lenor and myself.
I love Marion Croslydon's second chance stories. She has a knack at getting her characters to the root of the issue and then being able to forgive and move on happily.
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October 15, 2014
Rating: 4.5 stars
Title: You Turn
Series: Second Chances Series
Author: Marion Croslydon
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Heat: 2 stars
Source: ARC provided by AtoMr Promotions
Cover: 5 stars
Characters: 5 stars
Plot: 5 stars
Heat: 2 stars
Freshness: 5 stars
Addictiveness: 5 stars
Total: 4.5 stars (21/24)
*** You Turn is a contemporary adult romance and part of the Second Chances series. However, Lenor and Zach’s story can be read as a stand-alone novel. There is no cliffhanger. ***
Emotional roller coaster! Hurtful romance! Are you ready to go through some pain, to find love?
I have given this cover five stars because I not only find it classy and tasty, but after reading the book it became meaningful. Love it!
You Turn is a love story. Like most love stories, the couple goes through a lot until they find their balance. That's where it ends the predictability. Ms. Croslydon has created a plot full of turns and twists, and every time I've felt comfortable within this read, something happened to end with all my preconceived notions.
This book is not an easy read. It's intense, painful and very much alive. All characters are multi-dimensional and they sneak up your senses and overexpose all your feeling to the maximum. You never know if you will agree with their actions, but it doesn't really matter as long you understand them. Ms. Croslydon weaves a very cohesively plot, that doesn't let room for you to doubt her characters. By the end of the book you have gone through a cathartic experience and you love, connect and relate to all characters.
"Emotionally unavailable fathers and emotionally unstable mothers. In other words, from very messed-up families."
This story brings out love from several directions, and portraits pains from different kinds of relationships. Both main characters have horrible parents and let them dictate their actions several times along this story.
"What the man opposite me put me through was like climbing Mount Everest. Barefoot. In a bikini."
Emotions runs deep in this one!
I'm a fan of feelings. I love to dive deep into my reads and go through the journey with characters as if I'm their friend, not spectator. You Turn does this and more.
I would love to read more of this author, in fact, I know I must read both previous books from this series. If you are like me, and you enjoy free-falling-type of adrenaline, you CANNOT miss this book!
Title: You Turn
Series: Second Chances Series
Author: Marion Croslydon
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Heat: 2 stars
Source: ARC provided by AtoMr Promotions
Cover: 5 stars
Characters: 5 stars
Plot: 5 stars
Heat: 2 stars
Freshness: 5 stars
Addictiveness: 5 stars
Total: 4.5 stars (21/24)
*** You Turn is a contemporary adult romance and part of the Second Chances series. However, Lenor and Zach’s story can be read as a stand-alone novel. There is no cliffhanger. ***
Emotional roller coaster! Hurtful romance! Are you ready to go through some pain, to find love?
I have given this cover five stars because I not only find it classy and tasty, but after reading the book it became meaningful. Love it!
You Turn is a love story. Like most love stories, the couple goes through a lot until they find their balance. That's where it ends the predictability. Ms. Croslydon has created a plot full of turns and twists, and every time I've felt comfortable within this read, something happened to end with all my preconceived notions.
This book is not an easy read. It's intense, painful and very much alive. All characters are multi-dimensional and they sneak up your senses and overexpose all your feeling to the maximum. You never know if you will agree with their actions, but it doesn't really matter as long you understand them. Ms. Croslydon weaves a very cohesively plot, that doesn't let room for you to doubt her characters. By the end of the book you have gone through a cathartic experience and you love, connect and relate to all characters.
"Emotionally unavailable fathers and emotionally unstable mothers. In other words, from very messed-up families."
This story brings out love from several directions, and portraits pains from different kinds of relationships. Both main characters have horrible parents and let them dictate their actions several times along this story.
"What the man opposite me put me through was like climbing Mount Everest. Barefoot. In a bikini."
Emotions runs deep in this one!
I'm a fan of feelings. I love to dive deep into my reads and go through the journey with characters as if I'm their friend, not spectator. You Turn does this and more.
I would love to read more of this author, in fact, I know I must read both previous books from this series. If you are like me, and you enjoy free-falling-type of adrenaline, you CANNOT miss this book!
October 14, 2014
Review Originally Posted at: Book Freak
PURCHASE IT ►►► AMAZON
Who wouldn’t fall in love in the city of love?
I have been reading Marion Croslydon’s Second Chances series since the first book, and now on its third, with different set of characters, I am still loving this series, and falling harder than before. Not only Marion is giving Eleonor her chance in her happy ending, but this book is all about second chances!
Love is much sweeter the second time around. Eleonor’s heart had been broken once. But Josh wasn’t the first one after he had broken off the engagement. It was to an old family friend who had set her aside, humiliated her, and crushed her spirits. Now, five years after, right after she was dumped by her fiancé, and just as when she was enjoying what Paris has to offer – he came back into her life.
But unlike the boy she was crazy in love with, Zachary is now a man. An irresistible, sexy and sensitive man who is far way different than the one who had crashed her heart. He was trying to get close again, offering her help, friendship, and who else knows. But she had grown up, she won’t let him do what he did to her. She’s wiser, stronger or at least she think so.
The heart never forgets. But there are still secrets that needed to be unfolded, and most of it really
surprised me. It had my hairs rising from my arms, a lot of WTF and this-is-so-not-happening moments. All characters have baggage and secrets from their past that is threatening their present and their future.
Just as when you thought you’d be getting your HEA, a revelation would pop and set things afire again. But this time, it would take more than sorry for her to forgive him. Would she allow the past to dictate the present? Or would she forgive him again and allow him back in her life?
Great characters, setting and twists - I finished this book in one sitting, falling in love and breaking my heart in the process for both Lenor and Zach. This book is filled with beautiful scenes (both heartwarming and heartbreaking) I couldn’t choose a favorite. All I know that once you have start reading this, you wouldn’t have the heart to put it down. Because finally, it’s Eleonor’s time for her happy ending.
•Complimentary Copy was given in exchange for an honest review.•
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October 16, 2014
This fast past paced story kept me on my toes from the beginning to the end. I couldn't seem to put it down for long. I love a story of second chances and this one didn't disappointment one bit.
Zach shattered Lenor's heart 5 years ago. But since then, he's done a lot of growing up. Now, he's ready to accept the fact that Lenor meant more to him. But he has to prove himself to her and he's not going to give up.
I can't blame Lenor for doubting Zach. It would be hard to put your heart on the line again. Lucky for Zach, Lenor is a very forgiving woman (more than I would be that's for sure). I'm sure that the fact that her heart never forgot him helped out a lot too.
The mix of all the drama, angst, and secrets made for a wonderful story you will enjoy.
Zach shattered Lenor's heart 5 years ago. But since then, he's done a lot of growing up. Now, he's ready to accept the fact that Lenor meant more to him. But he has to prove himself to her and he's not going to give up.
I can't blame Lenor for doubting Zach. It would be hard to put your heart on the line again. Lucky for Zach, Lenor is a very forgiving woman (more than I would be that's for sure). I'm sure that the fact that her heart never forgot him helped out a lot too.
The mix of all the drama, angst, and secrets made for a wonderful story you will enjoy.
October 17, 2014
Kirstin's Review:
You Turn by Marion Croslydon 5 out of 5 stars
I love a book set in Paris. It brings back amazing memories of an extraordinary city. I also loved this book.
Zach and Lenor have a long history together. They were friends when they were children and they were young lovers when Zach needed her most. Unfortunately, that part of their history ended in turmoil when tragedy struck both of their families and resulted in Zach stomping all over her heart. Now, things are different and their paths have crossed again. Can they be friends? Can they be lovers? Can Lenor allow herself to fall in love with him again? Let's hope so!!!! I know I'd be willing!
So, if you love Paris and enjoy a good solid romance, then this is the book for you!
You Turn by Marion Croslydon 5 out of 5 stars
I love a book set in Paris. It brings back amazing memories of an extraordinary city. I also loved this book.
Zach and Lenor have a long history together. They were friends when they were children and they were young lovers when Zach needed her most. Unfortunately, that part of their history ended in turmoil when tragedy struck both of their families and resulted in Zach stomping all over her heart. Now, things are different and their paths have crossed again. Can they be friends? Can they be lovers? Can Lenor allow herself to fall in love with him again? Let's hope so!!!! I know I'd be willing!
So, if you love Paris and enjoy a good solid romance, then this is the book for you!
October 15, 2014
See Original Review Here
http://fangirlavue.blogspot.com/2014/10/you-turn-by-marion-croslydon-review.html#more
Hey there fANGIRL Readers,
Before I begin my rambling, I just want to mention that You Turn is one of the best books I've read so far this year. To say that I devoured this novel is an understatement, and giving it just a 5 star rating feels almost insulting.
Let's begin . . .
We buckle up for an emotional ride with Eleanor Carrington, our main protagonist. 24 year old "Lenor", is fresh from a break up, leaving the D.C Native (my home city btw!) hurt, bitter, and incredibly frustrated. She's back in Paris, where she spent her childhood years before leaving home to study at Georgetown University, but is left with no time to pull herself together after her failed relationship with her ex-fiance Josh. Another dish of this-can't-be-my-life-right-now has once again been served steaming hot.
What's on her menu you ask?
For starters,
A Hearty Entree of:
My Mother OD'd On Pills.
A bitter, not refreshing, but refreshing enough glass of:
She Survived.
To wrap up the meal with something to intensify your palate,
A Sweet Decadent Desert of:
The Man Who Broke My Heart 5 Years Ago, Has Suddenly Made His Way Back Into My Life.
Yea, you can most certainly say she has alot on her plate.
Dealing with her own life ontop her recovering addict of a mother, is enough to drive someone insane. * Cue drum-roll! * In comes Mr.Heartbreaker to the rescue!
Zachary Murdoch lll is the epitome of the perfect "love interest." He and Lenor were childhood friends and neighbors. They both grew up in Paris to wealthy parents, and immediately formed a very complicated friendship. Lenor was much younger than Zach, and in many ways it definitely showed. Zach was into partying, drinking, sex, and experimenting with drugs. While, Eleanor proved to be such a sweet and innocent young girl. Despite her parent's disapproval, especially her father's, she fell for the lover boy, but in the end was left brokenhearted. Now 5 years later, Zach has found a way to wiggle back into her life, (not intentionally . . . well partially), and has hopes of rekindling his friendship with Eleanor.
I was completely swept of my feet with his character, but we'll get to that soon enough.
The story is told in not-so alternating chapters switching from first Zach, to Eleanor. It travels effortlessly, between the past, (5 years ago) and to the present day. What's interesting, is that all chapters covering the past events were only viewed from Zachary's POV, which happened to be one of my favorite aspects of this story. I don't think I've see this much character growth in a story just yet. Reading Zach's thoughts when he was younger, was a leap of a difference from the man he actually turned out to be. Thank goodness it wasn't one of those one-chapter-I'm-this-way-and-the-next-I'm-a-completely-different-person type of stories. Nope, this story was paced to where you felt as if you were growing up with the characters as well. Not too slow of a pace, but not too fast and rushed either. Younger Zach was definitely a confused soul. Alot of things were happening in his life, especially surrounding his parents, and I don't think he knew how to handle it. He was so hot and cold towards Eleanor. One minute he seemed to have no interest in her at all, then the next he was the "ideal boyfriend," taking her for rides on his boat "Renegade", to kissing her passionately on the beach. Eleanor was so fragile to him, which I believed was the reasoning behind his behavior. He wanted to love her, but was so conflicted with his feelings, he didn't know how to express it. But older, present day Zach was so much different. You can see and feel, the love he had for Lenor, and some of his gestures were so incredibly sweet, even I felt a tinge of jealousy. But it was almost painful to witness them try to remain just friends, when clearly both wanted more. I can't count how many times I mentally begged Eleanor to forgive Zachary for the pain he inflicted onto her heart those years ago. The man had definitely redeemed himself.
" Sometimes our first love is also meant to be our last. Mistakes are made, but we learn to grow from them, and then we do. "
I was completely #TeamZachary until I discovered the secret he had been hiding for years. The heart shattering, bone chilling, where's-the-nearest-toilet-because-I'm-so-disgusted-&-need-to-throw-up secret.
Okay I'm lying, I was still rooting for Zachary even after shit hit the fan, but only because I believe people deserve second chances!
After finishing the story, I literally laid in bed and said "There is no way I can just give this book 5 stars." I felt like 5 stars just wasn't enough, and it isn't. First of all, another aspect of the story that I loved so much was the writing. My goodness, You Turn is so . well . written . The words, the dialogue, the everything just had such amazing flow to it. So slow, and smooth like honey. The writing was beautiful to me, and not in a classic or gimmicky type of way, just simple. Simple, but yet complex all at the same time. I also was captivated completely by the back drop of the story . . . Paris.
From the places that were referenced, to the cuisine, (thanks to my love of Food Network, I was familiar with all the dishes) and even the language used in the dialogue, I felt as if I were actually there. I pictured myself as Eleanor at a Parisian cafe, sipping some expensive French wine from an equally expensive glass with my freshly French manicured nails, saying,
" Bonjour " or " Salut "
to everyone that passed by because obviously these are the only two words that I know lol.
Reading the dialogue, especially when in French was such a pleasure. Whenever I would read the words aloud in my head, I always formed this thick accent, where the words just rolllleeeddd off the tongue, and most of the French dialogue were translated in English, so you're not entirely confused and scrambling to use google for an explanation.
" Vous ne pouvez pas vous passer I'une de l'autre. Vous venez de vous quitter. "
You can't get enough of each other. You said goodbye only a few hours ago.
Last but certainly not least, we can't forget about the plot. To me this story's plot is very reminiscent to a minor car crash. The ones where you're driving down the road, wind in your hair, singing your favorite song, then out of nowhere, WHAM! Someone runs into the back of your car. You just knew from the sound and feel of the impact that things weren't going to be okay. So you get out to check your car, only to find out that there's little to no damage. You have a few bruises, just a couple of scratches, and so does the other driver who caused the accident. But you're fine. You're both fine. All is forgiven.
Yep, that pretty much sums it up.
So, from this confession, you can clearly see that I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Usually I find things about the story that I disliked, but there was absolutely nothing about this book I would change. I mean, the story was just so well thought out, even the freaking cover (which is so luscious btw) has something to do with the story. I will forever praise Ms.Croslydon for her craft, and will continue to support her work. She has definitely gained a new fan.
I vow to rant, rave, holler, whatever about this book, until everyone that I know, and don't know, reads it.
It won't let you down. It won't disappoint. I PROMISE.
Jusqu'à la prochainefois,
Till next time . . . I think lol.
http://fangirlavue.blogspot.com/2014/10/you-turn-by-marion-croslydon-review.html#more
Hey there fANGIRL Readers,
Before I begin my rambling, I just want to mention that You Turn is one of the best books I've read so far this year. To say that I devoured this novel is an understatement, and giving it just a 5 star rating feels almost insulting.
Let's begin . . .
We buckle up for an emotional ride with Eleanor Carrington, our main protagonist. 24 year old "Lenor", is fresh from a break up, leaving the D.C Native (my home city btw!) hurt, bitter, and incredibly frustrated. She's back in Paris, where she spent her childhood years before leaving home to study at Georgetown University, but is left with no time to pull herself together after her failed relationship with her ex-fiance Josh. Another dish of this-can't-be-my-life-right-now has once again been served steaming hot.
What's on her menu you ask?
For starters,
A Hearty Entree of:
My Mother OD'd On Pills.
A bitter, not refreshing, but refreshing enough glass of:
She Survived.
To wrap up the meal with something to intensify your palate,
A Sweet Decadent Desert of:
The Man Who Broke My Heart 5 Years Ago, Has Suddenly Made His Way Back Into My Life.
Yea, you can most certainly say she has alot on her plate.
Dealing with her own life ontop her recovering addict of a mother, is enough to drive someone insane. * Cue drum-roll! * In comes Mr.Heartbreaker to the rescue!
Zachary Murdoch lll is the epitome of the perfect "love interest." He and Lenor were childhood friends and neighbors. They both grew up in Paris to wealthy parents, and immediately formed a very complicated friendship. Lenor was much younger than Zach, and in many ways it definitely showed. Zach was into partying, drinking, sex, and experimenting with drugs. While, Eleanor proved to be such a sweet and innocent young girl. Despite her parent's disapproval, especially her father's, she fell for the lover boy, but in the end was left brokenhearted. Now 5 years later, Zach has found a way to wiggle back into her life, (not intentionally . . . well partially), and has hopes of rekindling his friendship with Eleanor.
I was completely swept of my feet with his character, but we'll get to that soon enough.
The story is told in not-so alternating chapters switching from first Zach, to Eleanor. It travels effortlessly, between the past, (5 years ago) and to the present day. What's interesting, is that all chapters covering the past events were only viewed from Zachary's POV, which happened to be one of my favorite aspects of this story. I don't think I've see this much character growth in a story just yet. Reading Zach's thoughts when he was younger, was a leap of a difference from the man he actually turned out to be. Thank goodness it wasn't one of those one-chapter-I'm-this-way-and-the-next-I'm-a-completely-different-person type of stories. Nope, this story was paced to where you felt as if you were growing up with the characters as well. Not too slow of a pace, but not too fast and rushed either. Younger Zach was definitely a confused soul. Alot of things were happening in his life, especially surrounding his parents, and I don't think he knew how to handle it. He was so hot and cold towards Eleanor. One minute he seemed to have no interest in her at all, then the next he was the "ideal boyfriend," taking her for rides on his boat "Renegade", to kissing her passionately on the beach. Eleanor was so fragile to him, which I believed was the reasoning behind his behavior. He wanted to love her, but was so conflicted with his feelings, he didn't know how to express it. But older, present day Zach was so much different. You can see and feel, the love he had for Lenor, and some of his gestures were so incredibly sweet, even I felt a tinge of jealousy. But it was almost painful to witness them try to remain just friends, when clearly both wanted more. I can't count how many times I mentally begged Eleanor to forgive Zachary for the pain he inflicted onto her heart those years ago. The man had definitely redeemed himself.
" Sometimes our first love is also meant to be our last. Mistakes are made, but we learn to grow from them, and then we do. "
I was completely #TeamZachary until I discovered the secret he had been hiding for years. The heart shattering, bone chilling, where's-the-nearest-toilet-because-I'm-so-disgusted-&-need-to-throw-up secret.
Okay I'm lying, I was still rooting for Zachary even after shit hit the fan, but only because I believe people deserve second chances!
After finishing the story, I literally laid in bed and said "There is no way I can just give this book 5 stars." I felt like 5 stars just wasn't enough, and it isn't. First of all, another aspect of the story that I loved so much was the writing. My goodness, You Turn is so . well . written . The words, the dialogue, the everything just had such amazing flow to it. So slow, and smooth like honey. The writing was beautiful to me, and not in a classic or gimmicky type of way, just simple. Simple, but yet complex all at the same time. I also was captivated completely by the back drop of the story . . . Paris.
From the places that were referenced, to the cuisine, (thanks to my love of Food Network, I was familiar with all the dishes) and even the language used in the dialogue, I felt as if I were actually there. I pictured myself as Eleanor at a Parisian cafe, sipping some expensive French wine from an equally expensive glass with my freshly French manicured nails, saying,
" Bonjour " or " Salut "
to everyone that passed by because obviously these are the only two words that I know lol.
Reading the dialogue, especially when in French was such a pleasure. Whenever I would read the words aloud in my head, I always formed this thick accent, where the words just rolllleeeddd off the tongue, and most of the French dialogue were translated in English, so you're not entirely confused and scrambling to use google for an explanation.
" Vous ne pouvez pas vous passer I'une de l'autre. Vous venez de vous quitter. "
You can't get enough of each other. You said goodbye only a few hours ago.
Last but certainly not least, we can't forget about the plot. To me this story's plot is very reminiscent to a minor car crash. The ones where you're driving down the road, wind in your hair, singing your favorite song, then out of nowhere, WHAM! Someone runs into the back of your car. You just knew from the sound and feel of the impact that things weren't going to be okay. So you get out to check your car, only to find out that there's little to no damage. You have a few bruises, just a couple of scratches, and so does the other driver who caused the accident. But you're fine. You're both fine. All is forgiven.
Yep, that pretty much sums it up.
So, from this confession, you can clearly see that I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Usually I find things about the story that I disliked, but there was absolutely nothing about this book I would change. I mean, the story was just so well thought out, even the freaking cover (which is so luscious btw) has something to do with the story. I will forever praise Ms.Croslydon for her craft, and will continue to support her work. She has definitely gained a new fan.
I vow to rant, rave, holler, whatever about this book, until everyone that I know, and don't know, reads it.
It won't let you down. It won't disappoint. I PROMISE.
Jusqu'à la prochainefois,
Till next time . . . I think lol.
October 12, 2014
***Obsessed by Books arc copy given I'm exchange for an honest review***
I was new to this author and this series and read You Turn as a stand alone. I was drawn in to a world of grandeur, set mainly in Paris, pampered princesses and rich men who flaunted their wealth and used their wives and children as trophies and pawns. This is a story of second chances and first loves. It is elegantly written and I quickly admired the inner strength shown by Elenor. Recently dumped by her fiance she returns to her mother who is struggling with her addiction to alcohol and pills. Always a shadow of herself, putting everyone's needs before hers this is her story of finding herself and emerging from the hurt stronger, wiser and more grown up. I applauded her scene in Zach's office..for once she listened to her gut!
Zach is a duel personality and I loved his strength and his growth as shown in the flashback chapters written from his pov. He too grew up with a dysfunctional family...a father who was disgraced and a mother who turned to addiction to wipe out the pain. Dealing with his own demons led him to make some mistakes when he was younger that have impacted on his relationship with his Duchess, he still carries the burden of his past. This is his story too, as he strives to make the changes he feels he needs to deserve his first and only love. My only disappointment were the bedroom scenes...I like them hot hot hot! Although I must say they were tender and befitting of the characters.
It's a well written romantic tale of two young people that had to be apart to realise they were destined to be together....
"Crying isn't for the weak. Crying is for those who are moving on."
I was swept away into the beautiful city of love and the supporting cast of Charlie, Ziggy, Clara and Pierre add depth to the main characters and I hope to read more about them soon!
I was new to this author and this series and read You Turn as a stand alone. I was drawn in to a world of grandeur, set mainly in Paris, pampered princesses and rich men who flaunted their wealth and used their wives and children as trophies and pawns. This is a story of second chances and first loves. It is elegantly written and I quickly admired the inner strength shown by Elenor. Recently dumped by her fiance she returns to her mother who is struggling with her addiction to alcohol and pills. Always a shadow of herself, putting everyone's needs before hers this is her story of finding herself and emerging from the hurt stronger, wiser and more grown up. I applauded her scene in Zach's office..for once she listened to her gut!
Zach is a duel personality and I loved his strength and his growth as shown in the flashback chapters written from his pov. He too grew up with a dysfunctional family...a father who was disgraced and a mother who turned to addiction to wipe out the pain. Dealing with his own demons led him to make some mistakes when he was younger that have impacted on his relationship with his Duchess, he still carries the burden of his past. This is his story too, as he strives to make the changes he feels he needs to deserve his first and only love. My only disappointment were the bedroom scenes...I like them hot hot hot! Although I must say they were tender and befitting of the characters.
It's a well written romantic tale of two young people that had to be apart to realise they were destined to be together....
"Crying isn't for the weak. Crying is for those who are moving on."
I was swept away into the beautiful city of love and the supporting cast of Charlie, Ziggy, Clara and Pierre add depth to the main characters and I hope to read more about them soon!
October 25, 2014
I'm not going to lie, I am a little upset that I came across contemporary romance author, Marion Croslydon’s Second Chance Series, at Book 3 with, You Turn, but I am happy I found it. In fact, I'm overjoyed.
Lenor Carrington grew up loving her neighbor, Zach Murdoch. Hailing from the Hamptons, both are surrounded by family and friends that enjoy indulging in every excess life can afford them. While Lenor manages to escape the pressures, Zach can’t say no. After a terrible summer, Zach finds himself spiraling out of control, and breaking Lenor’s heart.
Flash forward five years, and it’s Lenor’s turn to let loose. After suffering from her second broken heart, Lenor decides it’s time for her to live for her…that is until Zach suddenly reappears in her life. As her world is burning around her, Zach is trying to repay Lenor with the support and friendship that he should have shown her five years ago. But, Lenor just wants to forgive, forget and move on. Finally.
You Turn is told mainly from Lenor’s point of view, with frequent flashbacks of the events that occurred five years earlier in the Hamptons, which lead to the rift between Zach and Lenor. Croslydon’s writing style makes it effortless for the reader to seamlessly shift from present to past, and understand wholly who her characters were and who they’ve become.
You Turn could have been a predictable and cheesy read, but instead it was unexpectedly romantic and realistic. Croslydon threw in twists and turns that I never saw coming as well as a deeper exploration of her character’s emotions. This story kept me rooting for the characters from the beginning, and it was a light read I didn’t want to put down.
I really enjoyed reading You Turn, and I look forward to reading more work by Marion Croslydon.
**A free copy was obtained from the author in exchange for an honest review.**
Lenor Carrington grew up loving her neighbor, Zach Murdoch. Hailing from the Hamptons, both are surrounded by family and friends that enjoy indulging in every excess life can afford them. While Lenor manages to escape the pressures, Zach can’t say no. After a terrible summer, Zach finds himself spiraling out of control, and breaking Lenor’s heart.
Flash forward five years, and it’s Lenor’s turn to let loose. After suffering from her second broken heart, Lenor decides it’s time for her to live for her…that is until Zach suddenly reappears in her life. As her world is burning around her, Zach is trying to repay Lenor with the support and friendship that he should have shown her five years ago. But, Lenor just wants to forgive, forget and move on. Finally.
You Turn is told mainly from Lenor’s point of view, with frequent flashbacks of the events that occurred five years earlier in the Hamptons, which lead to the rift between Zach and Lenor. Croslydon’s writing style makes it effortless for the reader to seamlessly shift from present to past, and understand wholly who her characters were and who they’ve become.
You Turn could have been a predictable and cheesy read, but instead it was unexpectedly romantic and realistic. Croslydon threw in twists and turns that I never saw coming as well as a deeper exploration of her character’s emotions. This story kept me rooting for the characters from the beginning, and it was a light read I didn’t want to put down.
I really enjoyed reading You Turn, and I look forward to reading more work by Marion Croslydon.
**A free copy was obtained from the author in exchange for an honest review.**
October 12, 2014
4.5stars
No Reverse (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...) is one of the books that took me by surprise when I read it. It had depth and maturity in its prose, storyline and content. It was also a second-chance romance for a couple with a shared painful past with its own unique take on this trope versus the other cookie-cutter books dealing with this plot.
The author does it again with You Turn. It was mature. Had depth. There were no repetitive "I-hurt-you-in-the-past-I'm-going-to-push-you-away". Zachary Murdoch makes this book. Here is a guy who re-invented himself from his previous bad boy/self-destructive ways to be worthy of her>. It was all for her. But when the time came, he was mature enough to accept that Lenor needed space to find herself and recover from her Josh-induced heartbreak.
While I admire the author's books for their complexities, realistic plot developments and avoidance of emotional outbursts to produce angst, I feel that the author generally skims through what should be emotionally power-packed events. Or maybe it was just my state of mind when I was reading this book. Or maybe it was because this was also about Lenor who was raised to be a Stepford Wife. I did not enjoy her weakness throughout this book but in the end, she had the strength to leave and let Zach work for it. Loved this.
No Reverse (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...) is one of the books that took me by surprise when I read it. It had depth and maturity in its prose, storyline and content. It was also a second-chance romance for a couple with a shared painful past with its own unique take on this trope versus the other cookie-cutter books dealing with this plot.
The author does it again with You Turn. It was mature. Had depth. There were no repetitive "I-hurt-you-in-the-past-I'm-going-to-push-you-away". Zachary Murdoch makes this book. Here is a guy who re-invented himself from his previous bad boy/self-destructive ways to be worthy of her>. It was all for her. But when the time came, he was mature enough to accept that Lenor needed space to find herself and recover from her Josh-induced heartbreak.
While I admire the author's books for their complexities, realistic plot developments and avoidance of emotional outbursts to produce angst, I feel that the author generally skims through what should be emotionally power-packed events. Or maybe it was just my state of mind when I was reading this book. Or maybe it was because this was also about Lenor who was raised to be a Stepford Wife. I did not enjoy her weakness throughout this book but in the end, she had the strength to leave and let Zach work for it. Loved this.
October 20, 2014
So I read You Turn as a stand-alone without having reading the other Second Chances series and it definitely held it's own. I was actually surprised as to how much I enjoyed it. Though you knew that Lenor and Zach were, inevitably, going to end up together in the end, their story was not at all boring. There was a lot of history with the two of them and that just added to the chemistry that was evidently still bubbling away.
You have Lenor who's trying to jump-start her life after being dumped by her fiance and then you have Zach who's more than made a life for himself in Paris. Even though they are old friends/neighbours, you get a foreboding feeling that something odd is going on in the background with their family history. Maybe it was just me but I found Zach's "reappearance" in Lenor's life a bit fishy from the get-go. Even still, it was nice to see a first love rekindle itself. I was pleasantly surprised as the story unfolded. Definitely worth the read if you're a romantic and you like lovers redeeming themselves the second time around!
You have Lenor who's trying to jump-start her life after being dumped by her fiance and then you have Zach who's more than made a life for himself in Paris. Even though they are old friends/neighbours, you get a foreboding feeling that something odd is going on in the background with their family history. Maybe it was just me but I found Zach's "reappearance" in Lenor's life a bit fishy from the get-go. Even still, it was nice to see a first love rekindle itself. I was pleasantly surprised as the story unfolded. Definitely worth the read if you're a romantic and you like lovers redeeming themselves the second time around!
January 2, 2015
This was a great surprise as a started reading the book I was surprised to realize the story related to the characters in no regrets. This was a very beautiful story to read. I really enjoy reading about Duchess and Zack and how their love was able to come together in Paris. I liked the background of the story being told in Paris as well as little tidbits of french that was spoken throughout the story. I think that added a special back drop to the story. I felt Duchess was smart, funny, dedicated to mom and her friendships. This was just a wonderful story I felt the tears coming down my face as I read the scene between Charlie and Duchess when she finds out the big secret that's been kept from her over the five years. My heart just broke for her and I felt it was so touching that Ziggy was the one to offer her some clarity of what that Zachary was thinking about during that time basis. I'm so happy this with the first story I read for 2015 and I hope to read more stories like this in the future.
October 16, 2014
You Turn is a wonderfully romantic read with emotion and angst that keep you turning the pages. I love second chance love stories and that is what we get with Lenor and Zach's story.
We meet Zach right away and get a piece of the history Lenor and Zach share. I was immediately intrigued and needing to know what happened from that time to the now, 5 years later. The past and present transitions were smooth and provide the perfect insight to Lenor and Zach. We're able to see the changes each make in their lives as they fight for what they want and how they want to live their lives.
You Turn hits all the right buttons, the reader gets an emotional second chance love story, great characterization and a romantic setting. This was the first I've read by Marion Croslydon but won't be the last.
We meet Zach right away and get a piece of the history Lenor and Zach share. I was immediately intrigued and needing to know what happened from that time to the now, 5 years later. The past and present transitions were smooth and provide the perfect insight to Lenor and Zach. We're able to see the changes each make in their lives as they fight for what they want and how they want to live their lives.
You Turn hits all the right buttons, the reader gets an emotional second chance love story, great characterization and a romantic setting. This was the first I've read by Marion Croslydon but won't be the last.
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January 29, 2022.
The std-walking male character ("H" doesn't suit him) was intimate with h's mom, just minus actual sex.
Yikes. 🤮 Too gross, and for what? Angst for the sake of angst?
The std-walking male character ("H" doesn't suit him) was intimate with h's mom, just minus actual sex.
Yikes. 🤮 Too gross, and for what? Angst for the sake of angst?
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February 29, 2016
It is 1:10am, and I just finished "You Turn" .
I had to let you know immediately how incredible it was, WOW- loved it from beginning to end. (Yup I have puffy eyes, from crying ) it was an emotional novel, especially having read "No Reverse" and "Fast Forward". You must read all 3 books they where fantastically romantic without exessive crudeness, that we find in alot of romance novels nowadays. Don't take me wrong I think sex in novels are a must...lol
Marion Croslydon, how did you make me go from hating Eleanor with a passion to crying for her, and feeling sorry for like crazy??? I didn't want to say goodbye to any of these carectors, how is Cassie, Lucas & Joshua doing???
Very well done...kudos to you♡♡♡
Can't wait for what comes next!!!
I had to let you know immediately how incredible it was, WOW- loved it from beginning to end. (Yup I have puffy eyes, from crying ) it was an emotional novel, especially having read "No Reverse" and "Fast Forward". You must read all 3 books they where fantastically romantic without exessive crudeness, that we find in alot of romance novels nowadays. Don't take me wrong I think sex in novels are a must...lol
Marion Croslydon, how did you make me go from hating Eleanor with a passion to crying for her, and feeling sorry for like crazy??? I didn't want to say goodbye to any of these carectors, how is Cassie, Lucas & Joshua doing???
Very well done...kudos to you♡♡♡
Can't wait for what comes next!!!
October 12, 2014
Zach and Lenor had history together until he broke her hear and went away. Five years later she gets her heart broken again by her fiance and she has to see her mother because of an incident. Little did she expect to see Zach again.
I thought that this book was enjoyable with a great mix of romance, steam and drama. I liked seeing the relationship rekindle between Zach and Lenor. I loved that there was a POV of both characters as well as seeing into the past and present of what happened then and how it turned out now. Overall it had a great story line, was well written and very addictive read because it was so hard to put down. Highly recommend you lovely readers to check out this book.
I thought that this book was enjoyable with a great mix of romance, steam and drama. I liked seeing the relationship rekindle between Zach and Lenor. I loved that there was a POV of both characters as well as seeing into the past and present of what happened then and how it turned out now. Overall it had a great story line, was well written and very addictive read because it was so hard to put down. Highly recommend you lovely readers to check out this book.
November 3, 2014
This reminds of the classic love story but with added twists.
Life is not straight forward for Eleanor she is trying to get her life back on track after her split from her fiancé trying to help her mom.
When she comes face to face with her first love Zachary but there is a past and hidden depths to the gap in which they haven't seen each other.
Eleanor is determined to live her life for herself and not hold back again when all the secrets and lies come tumbling out even if it means hurting herself in the process.
I would definitely recommend this as a read to anyone who loves the depth of a deep and true love story.
Life is not straight forward for Eleanor she is trying to get her life back on track after her split from her fiancé trying to help her mom.
When she comes face to face with her first love Zachary but there is a past and hidden depths to the gap in which they haven't seen each other.
Eleanor is determined to live her life for herself and not hold back again when all the secrets and lies come tumbling out even if it means hurting herself in the process.
I would definitely recommend this as a read to anyone who loves the depth of a deep and true love story.
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March 19, 2015Oh Zach!!!
I fell for Zach immediately. He was definitely a bit of a jerk in his young age but I could tell he potential. I felt so sorry for him and Lenor. They both grew up with enough money to do whatever they wanted but they sure didn't grow up with the true love of their parents. When they reconnect 5 years later Zach is a whole new man I thought he was good before but now he's way better. The past sneaks up on him though and it's not pretty. I really enjoyed their story.
I fell for Zach immediately. He was definitely a bit of a jerk in his young age but I could tell he potential. I felt so sorry for him and Lenor. They both grew up with enough money to do whatever they wanted but they sure didn't grow up with the true love of their parents. When they reconnect 5 years later Zach is a whole new man I thought he was good before but now he's way better. The past sneaks up on him though and it's not pretty. I really enjoyed their story.
September 30, 2014
I just finished this story and loved it! Classy and sweet, this is a love story that lasted through the years. Made me wish I had a boy/girl friendship like this. Marion Croslydon has created a story that the little girl all grown up and being chased by the guy she used to follow. Reminds me of a modern day "Sabrina". Loved it!
December 12, 2014
not really sure about this one, I liked it and read it all in one sitting, but at the same time I am not sure I liked what happened in this, and I'm not sire I can forgive what the H did. this book is basically about a poor little rich girl and the boy she has always loved. it was very melodramatic in places and while that was fine for the most part it screamed Days of our lives.
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