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Love could prove fatal in N.B. Baker’s thrilling debut, Everything. A seductive tale of romance and deception, its twists and turns lead to a shocking finale that proves no secret is left buried forever.
Ella Stone hasn’t had it easy. Abandoned by her parents when she was an infant, she was lucky to be raised by her grandparents on their vast ranch in Wyoming. But when they both pass away within a year of each other, Ella is forced to think about the future for the first time in her life.
Deciding that her new beginning lies in Detroit with her two best friends, Ella makes the big move. There she meets Hunter, a man whose passion for art immediately fascinates her. Their steamy relationship comes to an abrupt end, however, when she catches him in bed with another woman.
Despite Hunter’s seeming inability to take “it’s over” at face value, Ella struggles to move on. While exploring the city, her coincidental run-ins with a man named Chance St. John seem comical at first. That is, until one night when Chance rescues Ella from a brutal attack—then it seems like fate.
Ella and Chance embark on a whirlwind romance, becoming closer with each passing day. Their passionate exploits both in and out of bed give way to a deeper connection that Ella has never before experienced. But despite his obvious feelings for her, Chance remains tight-lipped about certain areas of his life. His frequent nightmares and inexplicable explosions indicate to Ella that he’s hiding something from his past.
The situation only gets stranger as Ella falls victim to a string of bizarre attacks; it appears as though someone is out to get her.
Danger seems to close in around Ella—little does she know that it is only beginning as Everything builds to an explosive climax. When Chance’s dark past is finally revealed, will it destroy them both?
Ella Stone hasn’t had it easy. Abandoned by her parents when she was an infant, she was lucky to be raised by her grandparents on their vast ranch in Wyoming. But when they both pass away within a year of each other, Ella is forced to think about the future for the first time in her life.
Deciding that her new beginning lies in Detroit with her two best friends, Ella makes the big move. There she meets Hunter, a man whose passion for art immediately fascinates her. Their steamy relationship comes to an abrupt end, however, when she catches him in bed with another woman.
Despite Hunter’s seeming inability to take “it’s over” at face value, Ella struggles to move on. While exploring the city, her coincidental run-ins with a man named Chance St. John seem comical at first. That is, until one night when Chance rescues Ella from a brutal attack—then it seems like fate.
Ella and Chance embark on a whirlwind romance, becoming closer with each passing day. Their passionate exploits both in and out of bed give way to a deeper connection that Ella has never before experienced. But despite his obvious feelings for her, Chance remains tight-lipped about certain areas of his life. His frequent nightmares and inexplicable explosions indicate to Ella that he’s hiding something from his past.
The situation only gets stranger as Ella falls victim to a string of bizarre attacks; it appears as though someone is out to get her.
Danger seems to close in around Ella—little does she know that it is only beginning as Everything builds to an explosive climax. When Chance’s dark past is finally revealed, will it destroy them both?
209 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2014
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N.B. Baker
2 books195 followersI'm Iowa born; but now I reside in Wyoming with my husband and children, including our four legged children, Kiera and Jade. I love to write in the spare time I have after working forty hours in the financial world and playing wife and mom (a.k.a. chef, doctor, housekeeper, taxi driver, zookeeper, homing device, and much more).
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June 10, 2014
Book – Everything
Author – NB Baker
Publication Date – February 20, 2014
Type – Stand Alone
Genre – Romance
Rating – 4 out of 5 Stars
Book provided by Author in exchange for an honest review.
Review
First thing about this book is the constant twist and turns the author writes about in this story. Ms. Baker also has the ability to make her characters realistic and come alive through her writing. These are characters who are easy to connect and fall in love with. I loved Chance and and Ella but Justin stole the show!
I still can’t get over this is a debut novel for the author. I loved how she was able to intertwine a mystery and romance along with angst, humor and love.
Re-Cap
Ella has lost everyone in her family and makes the decision to move to the city to be close with her friends. She wants to start over and begin a new chapter in her book. Along with this, it’s time to kick the current boyfriend to the curb when she finds out that he is a cheat. Ella needs to take a chance…and that chance is with a man she meets in Detroit with the same name.
But there is something hidden behind Chance’s eyes – but Ella won’t push until it comes about that someone is gunning for her and wants her dead. Will Chance finally reveal the secrets he has been holding back?
Wrap-Up
Awesome book full of suspense and romance. Oh and the sex scenes are total build up getting the anticipation levels off the charts!
April 25, 2014
This book will blow your socks off! It is a love story, with a big dose of mystery, suspense and thrilling sexy scenes.
First there is Ella. She is as gentle as her name implies. She is just looking for a place to set her "roots". She has lost everyone in her family. By moving to Detroit, she hopes to be close to her two best friends and start a new life full of hope and love.
Reality quickly sets in when she arrives early from a trip and finds her douchebag boyfriend in bed with a chick. I am so glad she throws his ass out of the apartment.
Then she literally runs into Chance. The name says it all... yes he is gorgeous so we are all cheering for her to take a "chance" with him. I know, I could not pass it up. But this man is different. He is a gentleman, quiet, loving, caring, and most of all, willing to stand up and defend her from "douchebag".
This love affair is scorching hot. Steamy scenes are just the beginning. The bed sheets are on fire! And this man is a romantic at heart.
He also has secrets that he will not share. Ella can tell he has been deeply hurt and hopes he will eventually share all with her.
As the plot thickens and attempts are made to kill Ella all bets are off. Who is doing this? "Douchebag"? Someone else? Why?
I hope you enjoy this novel as much as I did. I have singing the praises of N.B. Baker's debut novel for days. If you get a chance, check out the video trailer on her facebook page. It is a gem! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Author...
First there is Ella. She is as gentle as her name implies. She is just looking for a place to set her "roots". She has lost everyone in her family. By moving to Detroit, she hopes to be close to her two best friends and start a new life full of hope and love.
Reality quickly sets in when she arrives early from a trip and finds her douchebag boyfriend in bed with a chick. I am so glad she throws his ass out of the apartment.
Then she literally runs into Chance. The name says it all... yes he is gorgeous so we are all cheering for her to take a "chance" with him. I know, I could not pass it up. But this man is different. He is a gentleman, quiet, loving, caring, and most of all, willing to stand up and defend her from "douchebag".
This love affair is scorching hot. Steamy scenes are just the beginning. The bed sheets are on fire! And this man is a romantic at heart.
He also has secrets that he will not share. Ella can tell he has been deeply hurt and hopes he will eventually share all with her.
As the plot thickens and attempts are made to kill Ella all bets are off. Who is doing this? "Douchebag"? Someone else? Why?
I hope you enjoy this novel as much as I did. I have singing the praises of N.B. Baker's debut novel for days. If you get a chance, check out the video trailer on her facebook page. It is a gem! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Author...
April 4, 2014
I want to thank Goodreads and the Author N.B. Baker for a copy of this wonderful book!!!!!!! I loved the characters!!!! I loved the story!!!!!!!!!! I want Chance!!!!! This book was so intense, and I couldn't put it down...only I had to for a few days and couldn't wait to get back in or I would have read it in one sitting! I loved how the story flowed and you got to know the characters without all the 2 pages of back ground history. The intense feelings between the two characters was fun, exhilarating and the hint that something was going on with Chase's character was a climax to the end, but not as climatic as the love scenes!!! I will definitley read N.B. Baker's next books! Good Job Girl!!!!!!!!!!
April 26, 2014
What an amazing debut novel this is. I really can't believe this is the authors first book. It was brilliant.
Ella has her heart broken and needs to start afresh. Chance is running from his demons. This is their intense story. It's a romantic story with so much more. It's a story full of suspense with twists and turns that literally had me on the edge of my seat. Let's not forget the hot sexy scenes between these two.
Cannot praise this author enough for such a fantastic read. I thoroughly loved it and ended up reading it in one sitting.
Ella has her heart broken and needs to start afresh. Chance is running from his demons. This is their intense story. It's a romantic story with so much more. It's a story full of suspense with twists and turns that literally had me on the edge of my seat. Let's not forget the hot sexy scenes between these two.
Cannot praise this author enough for such a fantastic read. I thoroughly loved it and ended up reading it in one sitting.
December 10, 2014
I read this book in 3 days because I couldn't put it down. At first I didn't know where it was going to go, but BAM it took me on a really awesome ride. While reading Everything I really could feel the love and understanding of El and Chance. I was actually having small outbursts (which my husband thought was funny) like What? Hit that girl. Things like that. Funny things. I laughed and I cried. There where some really good twists and turns which I really enjoyed.
It was a very good book.
December 8, 2014
I loved this book beyond words.
Strong Alpha hero with a spunky heroine and a storyline that kept you guessing.
Love
Strong Alpha hero with a spunky heroine and a storyline that kept you guessing.
Love
April 27, 2014
Ella Stone is looking for somewhere to lay her roots down. After losing everyone in her family and left financially stable for life, she decides to leave Wyoming where her grandparents raised her. She decides to move to Detroit, to be closer to her two best friends Sarah and Justin and start over.
Ella is returning home early from a recent trip back from Wyoming and decides to surprise her boyfriend early. What she was about to find out was the surprise is on her when she catches him in bed with another women! Ella leaves immediately and never looks back. She shortly recovers from her breakup and she finds it's odd how quickly she gets over him. Her best friend Sarah tells her she will know when the right one comes along because she will feel a "Zing" for them!:)
A couple of months pass and Ella is getting her life back in order. She is so grateful that her friends gave her a place to stay and always have her back. Ella is out one day doing some grocery shopping when she literally runs into the back of someone.
I look up to see where the deep,sexy male voice came from. My gaze traces long, lean legs covered in dark denim; a T-shirt that fits in just a way to emphasize each muscle under it without being too tight, a five o-clock shadow covering a strong jawline, ice-blue eyes, and dark brown hair. I know my mouth is hanging wide open, but I can't seem to close it as I look at this god standing before me.
That's just the first we see of Chance. Ella runs into him again and he ends up saving her from a horrible situation. Ella and Chance start seeing one another and instantly she feels the "Zing" with him. Chance is so different from any man she's met. He's romantic, caring, attentive, loving and affectionate.
He seemed to good to be true!
Ella and Chance are so amazing together! They can't get enough of each other! These two are hot and heavy in the sheets! They are flirty and playful and everyone around them sees how much these two are falling in love! Ella is waken one night to Chance having a horrible nightmare. When she ask Chance about it she can see the fear and hurt in his eyes.
"El, I don't want to lose you, I care about you, but there are things in my past...dark things.
Things happened that no one should ever have to experience, to have to live with the rest of their life. I don't have what it takes to share that right now. I don't want to taint you, to taint us. They are my demons, and I will work through them. Being with you, it helps me so much; you have no idea how much. I hope you understand. Please, baby, please understand."
Ella doesn't push him to tell her. She sees how it could tear him apart. So she decides she will show him he can trust her and she will be here for him when he's ready to share, if ever.
Shortly after, Ella's apartment is broken into and vandalized and she starts getting random phone calls from an unknown number. The phone calls turn into threatening voice mails that lead to someone attempting to kill Ella.
As the story starts turning I couldn't put my kindle down! I love a good romance story with suspense and I wanted to know who was doing this and why? I kept thinking I knew who it was, but I was way off!
I'm gonna warn you now that when you find out who it is and why, you better grab you a Kleenex because your heart will break!:(
Oh and the Epilogue!!! Gave me goosebumps and I shed some more tears there too!!
I'm gonna miss Ella and Chance and I loved her best friends Sarah and Justin too!
They had me cracking up! You will love that couple!
This book made me laugh, sad, happy, cry, shocked, surprised and just Wow!!!
I definitely recommend this book! You need to take a "Chance" on this book!:)
April 29, 2018
DNF @ 56%.
The h was in a relationship for 2 years and discovers her boyfriend was cheating in the most clichéd way. He attacks her and she is immediately attracted to the man that saves her. I was thrown by how quickly she is then in a relationship with a new guy. She doesn't give her ex a second thought. There was no story after that. It's just the H and h dating and sleeping together. It was slow and boring.
The h was in a relationship for 2 years and discovers her boyfriend was cheating in the most clichéd way. He attacks her and she is immediately attracted to the man that saves her. I was thrown by how quickly she is then in a relationship with a new guy. She doesn't give her ex a second thought. There was no story after that. It's just the H and h dating and sleeping together. It was slow and boring.
December 7, 2014
I really enjoyed this book, but the ending gave me chills. When I read the last sentence I would have bet money that my kindle had malfunctioned because I was trying like crazy to turn the next page but there wasn’t any more. It left me sitting there wondering what I even felt.
Ella isn’t a weak woman; she tackles life head on and goes full steam ahead, until she runs into the brick wall named Chance. Finding her boyfriend in a compromising situation she doesn’t crumble and fall apart, she cries and gets the heck out of that relationship so she can start over once again. With her grandparent’s ranch in Wyoming, she had started over in another city to be closer to her two best friends Sarah and Justin. Living on the ranch wasn’t in her plans, but she never wanted to let go of that connection she had from her childhood. Owning a book store with Sarah gives her the independence she wants plus the chance to take a few days for herself to really figure out what she is going to do. A second run into with Chance was the beginning of a new world for her.
Chance is harboring some deep painful secrets but one thing is for sure, he is a protector. Finding Ella in a dangerous situation he acts and asks questions later. When he takes her home that night he begins to feel something for her, but is interrupted before it could go any farther. After this they became a couple and he fit into her world with Sarah and Justin. The twist is Chance might think he is protecting Ella and saving her but it could be Ella is the one saving Chance and giving him a new start. It is going to take a lot for him to tell her what is causing his nightmares and why he can’t be with her any more, but thank goodness both Ella and Chance have Cory to drop enough hints to keep them both willing to fight for each other.
The only negatives I found with this book are the characters emotions tended to be up and down. They would be intense and full of emotion and then like flipping a switch they had calmed down and were back to being stable. This happen often but not so much that I would discourage anyone from reading. The other thing that I wasn’t fond of was there seem to be some major time lapse between scenes. In some places weeks went by, months went by, there were just several times I would have liked to of been told what they did in that time frame. Other than that I can’t think of anything I would change. The characters all played a major role in the story and all were so well developed it was easy to make a connection to them. The story was full of suspense, mystery and love and there is also some humor mixed in.
Ella isn’t a weak woman; she tackles life head on and goes full steam ahead, until she runs into the brick wall named Chance. Finding her boyfriend in a compromising situation she doesn’t crumble and fall apart, she cries and gets the heck out of that relationship so she can start over once again. With her grandparent’s ranch in Wyoming, she had started over in another city to be closer to her two best friends Sarah and Justin. Living on the ranch wasn’t in her plans, but she never wanted to let go of that connection she had from her childhood. Owning a book store with Sarah gives her the independence she wants plus the chance to take a few days for herself to really figure out what she is going to do. A second run into with Chance was the beginning of a new world for her.
Chance is harboring some deep painful secrets but one thing is for sure, he is a protector. Finding Ella in a dangerous situation he acts and asks questions later. When he takes her home that night he begins to feel something for her, but is interrupted before it could go any farther. After this they became a couple and he fit into her world with Sarah and Justin. The twist is Chance might think he is protecting Ella and saving her but it could be Ella is the one saving Chance and giving him a new start. It is going to take a lot for him to tell her what is causing his nightmares and why he can’t be with her any more, but thank goodness both Ella and Chance have Cory to drop enough hints to keep them both willing to fight for each other.
The only negatives I found with this book are the characters emotions tended to be up and down. They would be intense and full of emotion and then like flipping a switch they had calmed down and were back to being stable. This happen often but not so much that I would discourage anyone from reading. The other thing that I wasn’t fond of was there seem to be some major time lapse between scenes. In some places weeks went by, months went by, there were just several times I would have liked to of been told what they did in that time frame. Other than that I can’t think of anything I would change. The characters all played a major role in the story and all were so well developed it was easy to make a connection to them. The story was full of suspense, mystery and love and there is also some humor mixed in.
June 20, 2014
e he can land his fist against her face, Hunter all of a sudden is on the ground. What in the hell is going on with Hunter? Is he high on drugs?
When she opens her eyes, she finally realizes that she is now in the arms of Chance St. John. He has beat the crap out of Hunter and has become her knight in shining armour. Taking her back to her house, Ella invites he up for a drink and conversation. Completely amazed that this beautiful man is sitting on her couch, they start to do the awkward dance of flirting.
Things start to take off for Chance and Ella pretty fast from this point on. It's the "zing" that has pulled these two lost souls together. Finding comfort and love in one another has brough Ella to a new point in her life that she has never been too.
Chance is the dream guy that she has always wanted. He's caring, romantic, sexy as hell and the best lover that she has ever had. There's only one problem with Chance. he's hiding a deep dark secret that he's not willing to share. At times he seems to drift off into this dark dream like state, only to snap out of if just as fast. He has nightmares that he's trying to help someone, but when Ella tries to talk to him about it, he goes all quiet.
It's not until Ella starts having issues with an author that is due for a book signing, that things start to heat up in this story. Then Ella finds herself being the victim and stalked by some unknown person who is out to do her some severe physical harm. Questions start to surface about Chance and his past. Is all the problems Ella is having due to this? Will Ella and Chance be able to survive the problems that are starting to cause a rift in their relationship? Will their love for one another be strong enough to overcome all these obstacles?
*****
I found "Everything" to be a pretty fast read. The book moves quickly though the relationships of Ella and Chance. You can't help yourself to be drawn into their world. They both are such engaging people who you feel like you want them as friends.
Now this book does have some graphic sex scenes in it, but it's nothing that I would really call erotic. To me it was just mind-blowing sex that wasn't embarrassing to read. It was hot and steamy, but nothing that I would categorize as erotic.
Not wanting to give away the ending, I can hint around that the author does throw you a curve ball that I wasn't suspecting. It was a nice little twist to such a great and loving story.
When she opens her eyes, she finally realizes that she is now in the arms of Chance St. John. He has beat the crap out of Hunter and has become her knight in shining armour. Taking her back to her house, Ella invites he up for a drink and conversation. Completely amazed that this beautiful man is sitting on her couch, they start to do the awkward dance of flirting.
Things start to take off for Chance and Ella pretty fast from this point on. It's the "zing" that has pulled these two lost souls together. Finding comfort and love in one another has brough Ella to a new point in her life that she has never been too.
Chance is the dream guy that she has always wanted. He's caring, romantic, sexy as hell and the best lover that she has ever had. There's only one problem with Chance. he's hiding a deep dark secret that he's not willing to share. At times he seems to drift off into this dark dream like state, only to snap out of if just as fast. He has nightmares that he's trying to help someone, but when Ella tries to talk to him about it, he goes all quiet.
It's not until Ella starts having issues with an author that is due for a book signing, that things start to heat up in this story. Then Ella finds herself being the victim and stalked by some unknown person who is out to do her some severe physical harm. Questions start to surface about Chance and his past. Is all the problems Ella is having due to this? Will Ella and Chance be able to survive the problems that are starting to cause a rift in their relationship? Will their love for one another be strong enough to overcome all these obstacles?
*****
I found "Everything" to be a pretty fast read. The book moves quickly though the relationships of Ella and Chance. You can't help yourself to be drawn into their world. They both are such engaging people who you feel like you want them as friends.
Now this book does have some graphic sex scenes in it, but it's nothing that I would really call erotic. To me it was just mind-blowing sex that wasn't embarrassing to read. It was hot and steamy, but nothing that I would categorize as erotic.
Not wanting to give away the ending, I can hint around that the author does throw you a curve ball that I wasn't suspecting. It was a nice little twist to such a great and loving story.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 1, 2014
What a fantastic book!!! Really just a wonderful read!!! Please be sure to get this one - it’s so good. I can’t say anything bad. The beginning was great, the middle not too long but enough substance to keep your attention and the ending…..OMG! So good!!!! What a wonderful debut novel!!! N.B. Baker has now a fan for life!!!!
Ella is sweet and charming and I have her in my head as a tiny little cute pixie type thing. But she’s got fire…..she’s passionate in love and extremely loyal to her friends (aka Family) and fierce when she needs to be.
After coming home from home (she’s from Wyoming) and finding a girl riding her boyfriend of two years she’s heart broken. Well…..not really. More just pissed that she wasted two years. She moves into an “apartment” at her BFF’s house and tries to move on with her life. She’s at the grocery store one day and runs into Chance….
Chance is amazing. He’s a gentleman, he’s caring, loving, funny and HOT!!! He’s very sweet and romantic but in a manly kind of way. He’s wonderful and definitely book boyfriend material. However, his past will haunt them both. The things they will have to overcome, heartbreak, injury, gun shots, etc. Will Chance open up to her and finally tell Ella about his past? Will she be ok with it? What about Chance’s family, will they support them?
He raises his head slowly, and I can see the concern etched in his face. Looking me directly in the eyes, he says, “Baby, if something were to ever happen to you…..” He pauses and takes a deep breath before he continues, “That would absolutely destroy me. It’s my job to keep you safe. Do you understand that? El, you’re my everything. I love you.”
My heart instantly goes into overdrive, feeling like it’s going to burst right out of my chest, and tears fall from my eyes. I put my hands on each side of his face and lean up so we are just a few inches apart, looking directly into each other’s eyes. “I love you too. From the bottom of my soul, I love you.”
I mean really? How great is that? There’s mystery in this book, a lot of it actually. There’s fun and lots and lots of ROMANCE!!!! I loved this book!!! Such a quick summer read for the beach or vacation. You will only be sorry if you don’t read Everything!
Ella is sweet and charming and I have her in my head as a tiny little cute pixie type thing. But she’s got fire…..she’s passionate in love and extremely loyal to her friends (aka Family) and fierce when she needs to be.
After coming home from home (she’s from Wyoming) and finding a girl riding her boyfriend of two years she’s heart broken. Well…..not really. More just pissed that she wasted two years. She moves into an “apartment” at her BFF’s house and tries to move on with her life. She’s at the grocery store one day and runs into Chance….
Chance is amazing. He’s a gentleman, he’s caring, loving, funny and HOT!!! He’s very sweet and romantic but in a manly kind of way. He’s wonderful and definitely book boyfriend material. However, his past will haunt them both. The things they will have to overcome, heartbreak, injury, gun shots, etc. Will Chance open up to her and finally tell Ella about his past? Will she be ok with it? What about Chance’s family, will they support them?
He raises his head slowly, and I can see the concern etched in his face. Looking me directly in the eyes, he says, “Baby, if something were to ever happen to you…..” He pauses and takes a deep breath before he continues, “That would absolutely destroy me. It’s my job to keep you safe. Do you understand that? El, you’re my everything. I love you.”
My heart instantly goes into overdrive, feeling like it’s going to burst right out of my chest, and tears fall from my eyes. I put my hands on each side of his face and lean up so we are just a few inches apart, looking directly into each other’s eyes. “I love you too. From the bottom of my soul, I love you.”
I mean really? How great is that? There’s mystery in this book, a lot of it actually. There’s fun and lots and lots of ROMANCE!!!! I loved this book!!! Such a quick summer read for the beach or vacation. You will only be sorry if you don’t read Everything!
June 18, 2014
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I'm totally blown away by this debut! I'm so grateful NB Baker has the support system to live her dream so we can be spoiled with her talent.
Ella was raised by her grandparents on their ranch in Wyoming, and NB Baker paints a beautiful picture of the mountains and the ranch!
Sarah and Justin, a newlywed couple, on honeymoon, befriend Elle and they become fast friends
After her grandparents pass on Elle goes to Detroit to visit Sarah and Justin where she meets Hunter, they start dating and after 2 years this ends sadly when Elle walks in on on him in a rather compromising position, but what really got to me was that not only did he hurt her but the nasty things he said to her had me wanting to kick some douch ass, I really don't like Hunter good riddance to bad rubbish Elle!
On a trip to the grocery store she bumps into a solid block of delicious, husky voiced, 5 o' clock shadowed kryptonite! Aka, Chance St. John the chemistry is there right from the start!
Again Chance comes to Elle's rescue when she's in a potentially dangerous situation! Chance takes her home and that original chemistry is ignited!
Chance has a dark secret which haunts him, and despite the love he feels for Elle, he can't share it with her, but in a way it's also to protect her, but as is Murphy law that's exactly what happens! Chance makes a decision that leaves them both shattered.
Elle decides to fight for their love and goes to see Chance, and this time she's the heroine and comes to Chance's rescue! Now the dark secret is revealed and I'm reaching for my trusted bff, kleenex. Now that it's all out Chance and Elle can live their lives!
"Everything" is a SHOUT FROM THE ROOFTOPS ★★★★★ read that I'd highly recommend!
Reviewed by Heidi
I'm totally blown away by this debut! I'm so grateful NB Baker has the support system to live her dream so we can be spoiled with her talent.
Ella was raised by her grandparents on their ranch in Wyoming, and NB Baker paints a beautiful picture of the mountains and the ranch!
Sarah and Justin, a newlywed couple, on honeymoon, befriend Elle and they become fast friends
After her grandparents pass on Elle goes to Detroit to visit Sarah and Justin where she meets Hunter, they start dating and after 2 years this ends sadly when Elle walks in on on him in a rather compromising position, but what really got to me was that not only did he hurt her but the nasty things he said to her had me wanting to kick some douch ass, I really don't like Hunter good riddance to bad rubbish Elle!
On a trip to the grocery store she bumps into a solid block of delicious, husky voiced, 5 o' clock shadowed kryptonite! Aka, Chance St. John the chemistry is there right from the start!
Again Chance comes to Elle's rescue when she's in a potentially dangerous situation! Chance takes her home and that original chemistry is ignited!
Chance has a dark secret which haunts him, and despite the love he feels for Elle, he can't share it with her, but in a way it's also to protect her, but as is Murphy law that's exactly what happens! Chance makes a decision that leaves them both shattered.
Elle decides to fight for their love and goes to see Chance, and this time she's the heroine and comes to Chance's rescue! Now the dark secret is revealed and I'm reaching for my trusted bff, kleenex. Now that it's all out Chance and Elle can live their lives!
"Everything" is a SHOUT FROM THE ROOFTOPS ★★★★★ read that I'd highly recommend!
Reviewed by Heidi
November 16, 2014
I stumbled upon this writer during a blog takeover and am so glad that I did. This is her debut novel and I truly enjoyed her writing style. The pace was good and so was the story line. I am a big fan or romantic suspense and this book had it in spades.
The story follows Ella as she starts to pick up the pieces of her life. She hasn't had it easy but she manages with the help of her best friends Sarah and Justin. During an encounter with her sleazy ex, she is rescued by Chance. He is the definition of mysterious and hot, complete with a cryptic tattoo on his back. They feel an instant connection and can't stay away from each other.
As they spend more time together, their connection deepens and there is plenty steamy goodness. Ella opens up about her past but Chance holds his cards close to his chest. As Chance's past catches up to him and puts Ella at risk, he does the only thing he can think of to protect her, push her away. However, this does not solve the problem and only causes them both more suffering.
Finally having had enough, their friends step in and talk some sense into Ella. She goes to get her man back but comes upon a surprise. Luckily she was there when she was to save the day. After this final revelation, Chance spills all and finally puts his past demons to rest. And the epilogue, chills!
I loved how the secondary characters in this book only enhanced the story. They showed a depth to each of the characters that wouldn't have been achieved without them in the story. They all played a significant role while keeping the focus on Chance and Ella.
Overall, it was a great story that gave me everything I love- suspense, angst, steam and a happy ending. I look forward to future work from this author.
The story follows Ella as she starts to pick up the pieces of her life. She hasn't had it easy but she manages with the help of her best friends Sarah and Justin. During an encounter with her sleazy ex, she is rescued by Chance. He is the definition of mysterious and hot, complete with a cryptic tattoo on his back. They feel an instant connection and can't stay away from each other.
As they spend more time together, their connection deepens and there is plenty steamy goodness. Ella opens up about her past but Chance holds his cards close to his chest. As Chance's past catches up to him and puts Ella at risk, he does the only thing he can think of to protect her, push her away. However, this does not solve the problem and only causes them both more suffering.
Finally having had enough, their friends step in and talk some sense into Ella. She goes to get her man back but comes upon a surprise. Luckily she was there when she was to save the day. After this final revelation, Chance spills all and finally puts his past demons to rest. And the epilogue, chills!
I loved how the secondary characters in this book only enhanced the story. They showed a depth to each of the characters that wouldn't have been achieved without them in the story. They all played a significant role while keeping the focus on Chance and Ella.
Overall, it was a great story that gave me everything I love- suspense, angst, steam and a happy ending. I look forward to future work from this author.
April 21, 2014
I really enjoyed this book....it's got so much to offer...
Ella is sassy, with a bouncy, full personality - the kind of girl everyone wants to be friends with - despite her somewhat sad start to life.
She catches her boyfriend with another girl and it's no surprise...I had Hunter pegged as a total douche right from the start...which means that "sisterly solidarity" is immediately present and you're routing for her to find her HEA.
In steps the delicious Chance St. John - a super hot hero, who is compassionate, romantic, thoughtful - every girls dream.
But something is holding Chance back. What has caused his raw pain? Caused his nightmares and the demons that he carries with him? What is he keeping from Ella?
Chance is put to the test when strange things start happening, putting Ella's life in jeopardy, and his protective instinct kicks in.
Will he trust her with his secrets, thereby giving reason for his over-protectiveness? Will they get their HEA or will it all end in tears?
I loved the chemistry between Ella and Chance and there are some super hot scenes between them as they get to know one another.
The writing style flows beautifully from one chapter to the next, keeping the reader spellbound.
A real quick read, I found this to be an intense page turner which had me hooked right till the end.
Ella is sassy, with a bouncy, full personality - the kind of girl everyone wants to be friends with - despite her somewhat sad start to life.
She catches her boyfriend with another girl and it's no surprise...I had Hunter pegged as a total douche right from the start...which means that "sisterly solidarity" is immediately present and you're routing for her to find her HEA.
In steps the delicious Chance St. John - a super hot hero, who is compassionate, romantic, thoughtful - every girls dream.
But something is holding Chance back. What has caused his raw pain? Caused his nightmares and the demons that he carries with him? What is he keeping from Ella?
Chance is put to the test when strange things start happening, putting Ella's life in jeopardy, and his protective instinct kicks in.
Will he trust her with his secrets, thereby giving reason for his over-protectiveness? Will they get their HEA or will it all end in tears?
I loved the chemistry between Ella and Chance and there are some super hot scenes between them as they get to know one another.
The writing style flows beautifully from one chapter to the next, keeping the reader spellbound.
A real quick read, I found this to be an intense page turner which had me hooked right till the end.
April 25, 2014
This book starts off with Ella coming home fro Wyoming. When she enters her apartment she finds her boyfriend, Hunter, in bed with some girl name Tiffany. So Ella moves out and dumps him. Moves in above garage apartment of her bestfriends house Sara & Justin.
After a few passes, Ella bumps into an alpha hot man, named Chance. They have chemistry from the get go. Then they bump into each other again at Mikes bar. after he saves her froM her ex trying to beat her. Chance takes her home. and Then asks her out for a real date. Needless to say this is the beginning of a beautiful start.
This book offers love, drama, suspense. and sizzling hot wild sex. Chance has a dark secret that he is scared to share with Ella. Will this secret keep them being together? And Ella has some strange things happening that could put her life in danger? This book was amazing gave me EVERYTHING that I love in book.
One of my first favorite quotes were :
“El, your my everything”
Total swoon over those words.. I want to be someone’s everything Heather
Everything keep me on the edge throughout the book. And Won me over. I can’t wait to read another book written by NB Baker. what an amazing author!!
After a few passes, Ella bumps into an alpha hot man, named Chance. They have chemistry from the get go. Then they bump into each other again at Mikes bar. after he saves her froM her ex trying to beat her. Chance takes her home. and Then asks her out for a real date. Needless to say this is the beginning of a beautiful start.
This book offers love, drama, suspense. and sizzling hot wild sex. Chance has a dark secret that he is scared to share with Ella. Will this secret keep them being together? And Ella has some strange things happening that could put her life in danger? This book was amazing gave me EVERYTHING that I love in book.
One of my first favorite quotes were :
“El, your my everything”
Total swoon over those words.. I want to be someone’s everything Heather
Everything keep me on the edge throughout the book. And Won me over. I can’t wait to read another book written by NB Baker. what an amazing author!!
October 9, 2014
I really enjoyed this debut novel by NB Baker.
It was the perfect mix of suspense, angst, steamy romance, everything you need to keep your attention and wanting more.
Ella is ready for a change. She decides after the death of her grandparents to move to Detroit to be near the only "family" she has left, her two best friends. She starts to date Hunter and thinks that everything is going well, until she arrives home early one night and finds him in bed with another girl.
Within days she runs into Chance St. John. He's mysterious and handsome and there is this connection that the two of them have. The only thing is that Ella's not sure if she wants her heart broken again. Chance seems like the perfect person for her, but there is a darkness there that Ella just can't put her finger on.
Chance and Ella together are scorching hot. And I loved the two of the together. Both have pasts that need to be addressed before either of them can move on.
Loved this book and can't wait for more from NB Baker!
4.5 stars
It was the perfect mix of suspense, angst, steamy romance, everything you need to keep your attention and wanting more.
Ella is ready for a change. She decides after the death of her grandparents to move to Detroit to be near the only "family" she has left, her two best friends. She starts to date Hunter and thinks that everything is going well, until she arrives home early one night and finds him in bed with another girl.
Within days she runs into Chance St. John. He's mysterious and handsome and there is this connection that the two of them have. The only thing is that Ella's not sure if she wants her heart broken again. Chance seems like the perfect person for her, but there is a darkness there that Ella just can't put her finger on.
Chance and Ella together are scorching hot. And I loved the two of the together. Both have pasts that need to be addressed before either of them can move on.
Loved this book and can't wait for more from NB Baker!
4.5 stars
October 5, 2014
N.B Baker had me cussin at her within 3% into the book!!! In a good way of course!!
Awesome Debut! I was introduced to Everything by N.B Baker at an event and i was so enthralled with the teasers and description of this book i knew i HAD to have it and read!!
Chance Chance Chance!! I fell in love with him at 'STARFRUIT'
Ella has had a rough life with feeling loved and wanted due to her parents giving her up when she was born. Her Grandparents showered her with love and showed her how it feels. She thought she in a loving relationship but there wasn't a 'ZING' there, but what she thought was a decent life turned into more disappointment.
Chance is battling his own dark demons and Ella is the light at the end of a very dark and troubling tunnel.
Hop on and enjoy the journey as Chance and Elaa find their way through the darkness together!!
This story had so many twists and turns i didn't know which way was up and i absolutely loved it!! I laughed, cried and yelled (quite a bit) Looking forward to see what come next from this talented author!!
Awesome Debut! I was introduced to Everything by N.B Baker at an event and i was so enthralled with the teasers and description of this book i knew i HAD to have it and read!!
Chance Chance Chance!! I fell in love with him at 'STARFRUIT'
Ella has had a rough life with feeling loved and wanted due to her parents giving her up when she was born. Her Grandparents showered her with love and showed her how it feels. She thought she in a loving relationship but there wasn't a 'ZING' there, but what she thought was a decent life turned into more disappointment.
Chance is battling his own dark demons and Ella is the light at the end of a very dark and troubling tunnel.
Hop on and enjoy the journey as Chance and Elaa find their way through the darkness together!!
This story had so many twists and turns i didn't know which way was up and i absolutely loved it!! I laughed, cried and yelled (quite a bit) Looking forward to see what come next from this talented author!!
April 25, 2014
Wow!! I really loved this book!! Once I started it, I did not want to put it down and when I did, my hands just kept reaching for my kindle!! There is so many twists and turns going on you can't help but want to know what is going to happen next.
Ella and Chance are no stranger to heartache. Once they meet they have that instant connection. I love that together they help each other heal. Ella has opened up to Chance about her past but he keeps his closed off. When his past comes back to haunt him will Ella be hurt? Will it tear them apart?
I really loved Ella's best friends Sarah and Justin. I loved how great and caring they was when it came to Ella. They are the kinds of friends I think everyone deserves.
The epilogue......OMG can you say cold chills?? I LOVED it!!!!
This is a great short read. It didn't take me anytime to finish it. The only thing I can complain about is that I just wanted more!!!! This was my first N.B. Baker book but it def won't be my last :)
Ella and Chance are no stranger to heartache. Once they meet they have that instant connection. I love that together they help each other heal. Ella has opened up to Chance about her past but he keeps his closed off. When his past comes back to haunt him will Ella be hurt? Will it tear them apart?
I really loved Ella's best friends Sarah and Justin. I loved how great and caring they was when it came to Ella. They are the kinds of friends I think everyone deserves.
The epilogue......OMG can you say cold chills?? I LOVED it!!!!
This is a great short read. It didn't take me anytime to finish it. The only thing I can complain about is that I just wanted more!!!! This was my first N.B. Baker book but it def won't be my last :)
May 31, 2014
What a wonderful Debut novel for N.B. Baker.
This book will leave you wanting more and get your creative juices flowing. You will follow the character through her high points and her low points. The interaction between Ella and her best friend is hilarious. I found myself laughing out loud many times at some of their conversations.
Then lets bring Chance in the picture. Well Hotness. just hotness and he comes with the southern charm! Chance did have a big secret from his past and reading you just knew that it would be dark. Come to find out it was worse than I thought. This secret seems to follow Chance around with him everywhere. So he starts to do what he thinks is best to protect Ella. Well turns out he might not have made the best decision. Well anyways, we all read the blurb so I'm not gonna keep going into that. Everything was well written especially for a first time writer and I will look forward to more work being done by NB Baker.
This book will leave you wanting more and get your creative juices flowing. You will follow the character through her high points and her low points. The interaction between Ella and her best friend is hilarious. I found myself laughing out loud many times at some of their conversations.
Then lets bring Chance in the picture. Well Hotness. just hotness and he comes with the southern charm! Chance did have a big secret from his past and reading you just knew that it would be dark. Come to find out it was worse than I thought. This secret seems to follow Chance around with him everywhere. So he starts to do what he thinks is best to protect Ella. Well turns out he might not have made the best decision. Well anyways, we all read the blurb so I'm not gonna keep going into that. Everything was well written especially for a first time writer and I will look forward to more work being done by NB Baker.
June 21, 2014
I cannot believe that this book is a debut effort from NB Baker. It is simply a never ending roller coaster ride of action, plot twists, drama and sex. I was stunned that this is NB’s first book. One word: Amazing.
Ella has not had an easy life by any means. Upon catching her slimy boyfriend in bed with another woman, she decides to take charge of her life and move to Detroit. It is by chance and irony that she meets a man named Chance. Chance is one of my all time book boyfriends. There relationship is raw, sensual and erotic. But as so often happens, the past comes calling. And what is the secret from his past that Chance is hiding? Everything held me in suspense until the very end. There are no holes in this plot, no slow points, or letdown in action. Everything is gripping. The writing is flawless, the plot is flawless, the sex is scorching. I can’t wait to see what this author comes up with next. I am still coming down from this book.
5 out of 5 stars
Ella has not had an easy life by any means. Upon catching her slimy boyfriend in bed with another woman, she decides to take charge of her life and move to Detroit. It is by chance and irony that she meets a man named Chance. Chance is one of my all time book boyfriends. There relationship is raw, sensual and erotic. But as so often happens, the past comes calling. And what is the secret from his past that Chance is hiding? Everything held me in suspense until the very end. There are no holes in this plot, no slow points, or letdown in action. Everything is gripping. The writing is flawless, the plot is flawless, the sex is scorching. I can’t wait to see what this author comes up with next. I am still coming down from this book.
5 out of 5 stars
March 25, 2014
Wow this book blew me away. Usually I Can tell after the first few pages where a story is going to go but not with this one. It kept me on the edge of my seat with all the twists and turns. Ella has managed to put a painful relationship behind her and move on with Chance but this is where it gets interesting. NB continuously threw me for a loop every time you thought their relationship was going to go but noooo it went the freakin opposite direction. The ending really got me as well in a good way. This book has it all drama,suspense,love and of course comedy. The secondary characters are hilarious especially in a bad situation. The sex scenes were off the charts off but tastefully done. You defitnly need to purchase this debut book by a talented author who knows how to suck her readers in from the beginning.
April 27, 2014
Everything has for sure knocked my socks off. It is absolutely impossible to stop reading. I had to read it in one sitting.
In this book we have the story of newly single Ella Stone but there was something about him that caught her eyes and had her attracted to him and Chance St. John who, as the story progresses we find out, has a dark past and we would eventually discover what it is.
Their journey is full of passion, drama, intrigue, heartbreak, steaminess, mystery and love. All the twists and turns had me more and more glued to then story.
N.B. debit novel has for sure not left me disappointed. Everything about this book was amazing from the beginning.
I am looking forward to read more from her in the future.
≧◔◡◔≦ 5 ✰ read ≧◉◡◉≦
>>>Complimentary copy provided in exchange for an honest review<<<
In this book we have the story of newly single Ella Stone but there was something about him that caught her eyes and had her attracted to him and Chance St. John who, as the story progresses we find out, has a dark past and we would eventually discover what it is.
Their journey is full of passion, drama, intrigue, heartbreak, steaminess, mystery and love. All the twists and turns had me more and more glued to then story.
N.B. debit novel has for sure not left me disappointed. Everything about this book was amazing from the beginning.
I am looking forward to read more from her in the future.
≧◔◡◔≦ 5 ✰ read ≧◉◡◉≦
>>>Complimentary copy provided in exchange for an honest review<<<
April 25, 2014
There is certainly everything in this book. Romance, intrigue, mystery, drama. However to me I was not THAT enthralled by the story. I did enjoy this read and there was certainly a lot in the romance & sex department to keep most people happy. I however got bored in some places. For me, there was too much sex and in fact if it wasn't for the sex there wouldn't be much storyline. And that says a lot for me as I generally like my smuttiness. This book drag on far too much for me. There was an over description of the littlest things that begun to annoy me. And then when it got to the end I felt like it was all too rushed. It's not bad, it's better than great but it's not fantastic for me. But that is my opinion and I know it won't match someone else. Overall still a good read and worth your time.
June 10, 2014
I received a complimentary copy of this book through Crazy Cajun Book Addicts for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this debut book by new author NB Baker. Ella Stone returns home from a trip to find her boyfriend having an affair, she walks out on the relationship and with the help of her best friends begins a new chapter in her life. Months later she meets Chance St John, they quickly fall into a hot and very loving relationship but Chance is hiding something in his past from Ella. When things start happening to Ella putting her life in danger will Chance finally open up to her will the stay together or will Chance's past pull them apart??? This book had me hooked from the first page I had finished it in a few hours as I just had to see what happened next. I will definitely be reading more from the new author.
I really enjoyed this debut book by new author NB Baker. Ella Stone returns home from a trip to find her boyfriend having an affair, she walks out on the relationship and with the help of her best friends begins a new chapter in her life. Months later she meets Chance St John, they quickly fall into a hot and very loving relationship but Chance is hiding something in his past from Ella. When things start happening to Ella putting her life in danger will Chance finally open up to her will the stay together or will Chance's past pull them apart??? This book had me hooked from the first page I had finished it in a few hours as I just had to see what happened next. I will definitely be reading more from the new author.
September 2, 2014
I just could not put this book down NB Baker you are awesome! I hope that you enjoy it as I did. I was intrigued throughout the whole book wondering what would happen next.
Ella and Chance have both had to deal with heartache. Once they meet they have that immediate connection. Although Chance keeps his passed closed off Ella has actually let him in. But the past can’t always stay hidden as much as one tries, will this end up hurting Ella or will they be able to work through this? The sex scenes are so damn HOT it was so mind blowing even when they are just dreams (makes you need to take a cold shower afterward..Lol) But seriously it is CALIENTE!! Chance is one Hot Sexy car aficionado.
Ella has best friends who are her supporters and help her as much as they can. They are wonderful Sarah and Justin are awesome.
I just want more! Definitely more of CHANCE Please <3
Ella and Chance have both had to deal with heartache. Once they meet they have that immediate connection. Although Chance keeps his passed closed off Ella has actually let him in. But the past can’t always stay hidden as much as one tries, will this end up hurting Ella or will they be able to work through this? The sex scenes are so damn HOT it was so mind blowing even when they are just dreams (makes you need to take a cold shower afterward..Lol) But seriously it is CALIENTE!! Chance is one Hot Sexy car aficionado.
Ella has best friends who are her supporters and help her as much as they can. They are wonderful Sarah and Justin are awesome.
I just want more! Definitely more of CHANCE Please <3
April 15, 2014
Ella came home from a business trip early to find her fiance in bed with his model. Her world was shattered as she left their place and knew she had to start a new life with out him. Chance came to the city to start a new life after tragic event took his loved ones. He was looking for a new start to his life and a new place to heal.
This is a book with hurt, romance, murder, friendship, betrayal and love through out the story line. The characters show such emotions and you can feel what they are dealing with while you read this book.
The story pattern and characters work well together from start to finish. I can not find anything bad in this book at all. If you love a great romance book then this is a must for your collection.
This is a book with hurt, romance, murder, friendship, betrayal and love through out the story line. The characters show such emotions and you can feel what they are dealing with while you read this book.
The story pattern and characters work well together from start to finish. I can not find anything bad in this book at all. If you love a great romance book then this is a must for your collection.
June 20, 2014
Impact-full and romantic with an ending that will make you heart melt... I know mine did!!!
This book was filled with Bad ass strong woman that would make us proud to be a woman. No weaklings here, but that is not to say Ella wasn't feminine because she was she just didn't take crap from anyone that tried to take what was hers or take with out asking.
And by Chance she meet the man that will make her fairytale dreams come true. His name.... CHANCE. Isn't the author smart?
Yeah she bumps into him literally bumps into him and sparks fly. But it isn't until he happens to save her from her ex. that they get together.
The best part is that it really isn't El that needs saving in this story. But I will let you read for your self. I give this story my Heart with the full 5 stars!
This book was filled with Bad ass strong woman that would make us proud to be a woman. No weaklings here, but that is not to say Ella wasn't feminine because she was she just didn't take crap from anyone that tried to take what was hers or take with out asking.
And by Chance she meet the man that will make her fairytale dreams come true. His name.... CHANCE. Isn't the author smart?
Yeah she bumps into him literally bumps into him and sparks fly. But it isn't until he happens to save her from her ex. that they get together.
The best part is that it really isn't El that needs saving in this story. But I will let you read for your self. I give this story my Heart with the full 5 stars!
July 7, 2014
I can't believe this is a debut novel!! Ella leaves a failing relationship and meets Chance by accident, not once but twice! It's meant to be, right!? Ella can't believe how easy their relationship came together. But now odd things are happen and she feels like Chance is keeping something from her. She has seen glimpses of a darker prince than she thought her prince charming was..can she find out what he's hiding and will it be more than she thought? Is her everything, really nothing....
Everything was EVERYTHING I needed and more!! I couldn't put it down once I started! The steam between Ella and Chance was off the chain!! The suspense in trying to figure out what Chance was hiding and the flow of the story was amazing! Great debut novel!!
Everything was EVERYTHING I needed and more!! I couldn't put it down once I started! The steam between Ella and Chance was off the chain!! The suspense in trying to figure out what Chance was hiding and the flow of the story was amazing! Great debut novel!!
June 17, 2014
This was a beautiful story. The characters are well developed and the story flows smoothly. There is a lot of steamy romance and true friendships. There is also a lot of action going on that keeps you on the edge of your seat guessing what is going to happen next. The secondary characters are really great too, and very easy to like as well. I love the story between Ella and Chance. There is a darkness that Chance is battling and Ella has been through some bad stuff as well. So these two finding each other is perfect. The strength that is shown from Ella is amazing and the love that Chance has is one in a million. I highly recommend this book.
June 29, 2014
"I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads."
An impressive debut novel, which promises great things in the future. The characters were well written, and the hot, romantic sections were steamy. There were some lovely lighthearted moments. The plot twists and misdirects worked well, and created some believable tension. I would definitely read more by this talented writer.
An impressive debut novel, which promises great things in the future. The characters were well written, and the hot, romantic sections were steamy. There were some lovely lighthearted moments. The plot twists and misdirects worked well, and created some believable tension. I would definitely read more by this talented writer.
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