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Marrying the Marine
Fall in love with the Brides of Hilton Head Island, Sabrina Sims McAfee’s, International Bestselling contemporary romance series. MARRYING THE MARINE is an emotional, sexy love story with light suspense. When the alpha men in this series falls in love it’s always and forever. And their dashing brides couldn’t be happier. Book Criminal Investigator Braylon Wexler has arrived in Hilton Head Island to dutifully serve his country on Paris Island Military base. As soon as he arrives the calm he's been longing for is pleasantly shattered by the tantalizing stormy presence of Sandella Summers. She is an unexpected surprise that stirs a hot longing in him, like a hot poker through blazing coals.Sandella Summers is perfectly happy with baking her pies, her life is simple and pleasing, just the way she likes it. But her contentment is interrupted by the appearance of Braylon Wexler, a seductive and arrogant Marine, not her typical choice in a man.Sandella holds a secret to her heart, slowing Braylon down in his quest to win her over. But Braylon excites Sandella in ways she never thought possible. Braylon is a man of honor and he’s determined to not only to win her heart, but bring her family to closure of a deeply rooted conflict.As danger and menace ensue the two lovers, can they make peace with the past and truly let love heal? Will Braylon risk his heart and his life to get everything he wants?
181 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 31, 2014
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Sabrina Sims McAfee
26 books41 followersBestselling Author, Sabrina Sims McAfee, is your writer of contemporary romance, women's fiction, and romantic suspense. She loves writing about alpha men and sexy strong women, and the adventurous journeys they travel.
Currently, Sabrina is working on turning her books into movies, managing a recording artist, and is teaching aspiring authors how to self publish their own books and become a Bestselling Author.
She thanks all her readers for their loyal support.
Currently, Sabrina is working on turning her books into movies, managing a recording artist, and is teaching aspiring authors how to self publish their own books and become a Bestselling Author.
She thanks all her readers for their loyal support.
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April 10, 2017
This was my first time Reading this author's work. I thoroughly enjoyed it will not be my last. I loved how Sandy was able to change the Marines way of thinking. The Marine was definitely a ladies man. But her l innocence and more convinced him she was very special. As I said before I thoroughly enjoyed it I was reading more of a books.
December 7, 2015
The writing is not bad, it flows easily and evokes beautiful images. The reason I gave it one star? I did not like the heroes and the handling of this story at all. Please skip the rest of this review if you don't like spoilers.
The heroine is a virgin who usually does one of the following three things:
1) Cooks a variety of foods, pies and sweets,
2) takes care of someone/ helps someone,
3) blindly obeys her (clearly insane and backwards) dad.
The hero usually does one of the following three things:
1) Thinks of ways to have sex with the heroine. He also never wears condoms because this is a romance book and how are you going to get the marriage/ child ultimate finale/cliché if he wears condoms, you ignorant fool!?! Sheesh! What do you mean, 'venereal disease'? Is that a kind of pie?
2) is overbearing, juvenile, presumptuous and VERY crude,
3) can't explain why this woman makes him feel so differently, but she does, because reasons.
Quotes:
"His cock sang with electricity, then hardened like steel."
"Best pussy in the world."
"Sperm boiled in his hard spheres."
"I can't wait to sample your pie, he thought, thinking the sweet pie between her legs was probably just as sweet as the pies she baked."
"I'd much prefer friends with benefits," the hero thinks about the heroine. After two paragraphs: "You deserve a good man in your life." (Hm, what? How did we go from thought A to thought B?)
If you are still living in the 1950s and you want to read an easy book about a marine who feels extremely smug he was the first sexual partner of a woman (as in woman=object and virgin woman=brand new object, with tags on) then this book will rock your world. If you like your heroines experienced and with a bit of backbone, it will probably make you wince.
The heroine is a virgin who usually does one of the following three things:
1) Cooks a variety of foods, pies and sweets,
2) takes care of someone/ helps someone,
3) blindly obeys her (clearly insane and backwards) dad.
The hero usually does one of the following three things:
1) Thinks of ways to have sex with the heroine. He also never wears condoms because this is a romance book and how are you going to get the marriage/ child ultimate finale/cliché if he wears condoms, you ignorant fool!?! Sheesh! What do you mean, 'venereal disease'? Is that a kind of pie?
2) is overbearing, juvenile, presumptuous and VERY crude,
3) can't explain why this woman makes him feel so differently, but she does, because reasons.
Quotes:
"His cock sang with electricity, then hardened like steel."
"Best pussy in the world."
"Sperm boiled in his hard spheres."
"I can't wait to sample your pie, he thought, thinking the sweet pie between her legs was probably just as sweet as the pies she baked."
"I'd much prefer friends with benefits," the hero thinks about the heroine. After two paragraphs: "You deserve a good man in your life." (Hm, what? How did we go from thought A to thought B?)
If you are still living in the 1950s and you want to read an easy book about a marine who feels extremely smug he was the first sexual partner of a woman (as in woman=object and virgin woman=brand new object, with tags on) then this book will rock your world. If you like your heroines experienced and with a bit of backbone, it will probably make you wince.
September 8, 2016
What a Beautiful love story after Braylon Captured the killer for Sandella's Family then proved that he wasn't the father of some chicks baby plus some more things don't want to give it all away lol Then he showed Sandella plus her Family why it's okay to fall in love with a Marine!!!!! ❤️❤️ This was my first time with this Arthur and most definitely want be my last now on to book # 2 in this series...Happy reading everyone ☺️☺️☺️☺️
December 6, 2014
T
To much corny sex. Could have used less dirty words more true to life activity would have made a better story.
To much corny sex. Could have used less dirty words more true to life activity would have made a better story.
February 26, 2019
Not My Cup Of Tea
My mama always told me that if you don't have anything nice to say then don't say anything at all, so in that spirit my review is....Ummm..NO!!!!👎🏾👎🏾
My mama always told me that if you don't have anything nice to say then don't say anything at all, so in that spirit my review is....Ummm..NO!!!!👎🏾👎🏾
September 28, 2014
Mixed feelings- BRAB Online Book Club
This is my first time reading this author's work, and while it was a pleasant read, it was very predictable to me.
The author described the first meeting between the main characters as one of lust, especially on his part. She was a virgin but somehow, I didn't see the relevance in repeatedly mentioning it. The dialogue described what he wanted to do to her sexually, in such graphic terms that it got redundant after awhile.
The second half of the book where he reopened her mother's murder was a bit more interesting but was still predictable. The only surprise was the gender of the baby, in my opinion. The fact that his ex was claiming that her son was his and he had doubts but never took precaution when having sex. The story seemed disjointed too.
This is my first time reading this author's work, and while it was a pleasant read, it was very predictable to me.
The author described the first meeting between the main characters as one of lust, especially on his part. She was a virgin but somehow, I didn't see the relevance in repeatedly mentioning it. The dialogue described what he wanted to do to her sexually, in such graphic terms that it got redundant after awhile.
The second half of the book where he reopened her mother's murder was a bit more interesting but was still predictable. The only surprise was the gender of the baby, in my opinion. The fact that his ex was claiming that her son was his and he had doubts but never took precaution when having sex. The story seemed disjointed too.
September 14, 2015
I can appreciate when writing a story, events and endings can happen anyway the writer wants it to; however this book was not only unrealistic but corny and although the author attempted to make the story line sexy it was a fine line crossing into a unappealing description. The writing style needs work along with the plot because it left me confused as to if the killer/rapist went to jail or died. Just all over the place! Then...once you're done there's a excerpt for the next book Marrying the Millionaire, if it's anything like Marrying a Marine then NO THANK YOU!"
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February 4, 2017First time reading this author. An Ok read. Very predictable.
May 25, 2015
This is probably one of the most poorly written books I have ever read. Not counting the typos, the writing itself was crude and elementary. There are better ways to write "love scenes" without being vulgar especially when the other dialogue is portrayed as coming from a more innocent place.
June 19, 2015
What a poorly written book. There was nothing in this book to grab and hold my attention. I just could not read anymore of it.
December 7, 2015
Engaging story. I hope future books will have have more polish and better editing.
June 7, 2017
3.5 stars
December 17, 2018
An enjoyable read!
An enjoyable read! The way the past controlled the present was pointedly present in this novel, to the point where the hatred for the Marines was so intense one wondered what could break it. The author chose the love between Sandella and Baylor to do so and also the determination of Baylor to right the wrong done in the past. The inclusion of the story relating to Madison and Baylor's relationship was interesting, it would have been more entertaining to read what would have been the struggle of the writer had gone in that direction. Still enjoyed it!
An enjoyable read! The way the past controlled the present was pointedly present in this novel, to the point where the hatred for the Marines was so intense one wondered what could break it. The author chose the love between Sandella and Baylor to do so and also the determination of Baylor to right the wrong done in the past. The inclusion of the story relating to Madison and Baylor's relationship was interesting, it would have been more entertaining to read what would have been the struggle of the writer had gone in that direction. Still enjoyed it!
July 15, 2019
Braylon and Sandelle when tides collide
Opposite as night and day. Hilton Head Island being the backdrop of this story is whimsical. You have suspense meets contemporary romance. As Braylon is the embodiment of everything Kane, Sandelle's father hates and distrust. Yet through it all with strong convictions to protect and survive. What was to be a bone of contention, became the healing in which Kane needed to give his blessing.
Mix in paternal drama and entrepreneurial dreams and you have a novella that makes you want to see what happens next.
Opposite as night and day. Hilton Head Island being the backdrop of this story is whimsical. You have suspense meets contemporary romance. As Braylon is the embodiment of everything Kane, Sandelle's father hates and distrust. Yet through it all with strong convictions to protect and survive. What was to be a bone of contention, became the healing in which Kane needed to give his blessing.
Mix in paternal drama and entrepreneurial dreams and you have a novella that makes you want to see what happens next.
June 29, 2023
Ambivalent
First time reading author. Needs to get another editor. Please! After 42% of the book showed the creativity of the author. Then back to predictable at 79%. Sometimes I believe that the author had forgotten what was written. As examples: when the characters, "Sandella and Braylon" on the island alone, reference to "Royce" getting dressed was mentioned. The rapist/killer of "Sugar, mother" reference to him and father spending time in jail as both had been killed. The grammar was okay but most of this story is "yawn" 😴, predictable.
First time reading author. Needs to get another editor. Please! After 42% of the book showed the creativity of the author. Then back to predictable at 79%. Sometimes I believe that the author had forgotten what was written. As examples: when the characters, "Sandella and Braylon" on the island alone, reference to "Royce" getting dressed was mentioned. The rapist/killer of "Sugar, mother" reference to him and father spending time in jail as both had been killed. The grammar was okay but most of this story is "yawn" 😴, predictable.
October 31, 2017
The best!
This was a very good book. Braylon and Sandella were so cute!!! This book was an emotional ride for me, but I'm happy Braylon was able to help out Sandella by finding her mother's killer. I'm also happy that they got their happy ending, despite Madison and her trying to come between them. First time reading from this author and won't be the last. Starting the next book to the series now. Great job
This was a very good book. Braylon and Sandella were so cute!!! This book was an emotional ride for me, but I'm happy Braylon was able to help out Sandella by finding her mother's killer. I'm also happy that they got their happy ending, despite Madison and her trying to come between them. First time reading from this author and won't be the last. Starting the next book to the series now. Great job
February 8, 2020
I love romance novels but this one was disappointing, some things were so unrealistic and I get that romance novels aren't supposed to make the most sense but geez this one questions our intelligence. Like as soon as he knows there is a secret he happens to find a box with all the answers. They start a business and all of a sudden she is producing hundreds of cakes but there is no mention of her baking any of them. I was very disappointed.
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July 9, 2017
Marrying the Marine
1st of the Hilton Head Series I like how the author tapped into a little bit of everything romance, suspense, and of course some babymama babydaddy drama to disrupt a new budding romance
1st of the Hilton Head Series I like how the author tapped into a little bit of everything romance, suspense, and of course some babymama babydaddy drama to disrupt a new budding romance
December 28, 2017
Marrying the Marine
I loved the story of Braylon and Sandella. The suspense made me want to read to the end of the book. I recommend this book to everyone who loves romance novels with a happy ending.
I loved the story of Braylon and Sandella. The suspense made me want to read to the end of the book. I recommend this book to everyone who loves romance novels with a happy ending.
July 25, 2019
Honor in Love
I enjoyed this romantic love story with it's sometimes funny, sometimes intense plot that is well written. Secrets, mystery, engaging characters and a likable h/h makes this a must read.
I enjoyed this romantic love story with it's sometimes funny, sometimes intense plot that is well written. Secrets, mystery, engaging characters and a likable h/h makes this a must read.
June 9, 2020
He a Marine and she works for his grandmother as a aide to his uncle. it was lust at first sight for both of them. But both things that could keep them apart. Her mother was killed and he may be a father. Can they over come these obstacles.
July 5, 2020
This has to be one of the worst books I've read in a long time. The H was a jerk and the h was so boring - the writing was juvenile and full of cliches - I rolled me eyes so many times I gave myself a headache
April 21, 2024
Enjoyable
Sandella did good marrying her marine! This is a wonderful book with intrigue, mystery& love! There was a wonderful but overbearing father and brothers! Braylon worked for & got his girl in the end! You will not be disappointed!
Sandella did good marrying her marine! This is a wonderful book with intrigue, mystery& love! There was a wonderful but overbearing father and brothers! Braylon worked for & got his girl in the end! You will not be disappointed!
April 5, 2018
Slow start
This novel took some getting into and even then it took a while for me to enjoy the plot, characters and narrative of this novel.
This novel took some getting into and even then it took a while for me to enjoy the plot, characters and narrative of this novel.
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June 22, 2018I read it sometime ago and now I need to read the rest of the series I always get hooked after the first one.
July 7, 2019
Good
This book is part of a series that is all about romance an women in the area around Hiltion Head island
This book is part of a series that is all about romance an women in the area around Hiltion Head island
November 2, 2019
Awesome read!
Love every twist and turn in the story line. Awesome story, very romantic and realistic. I appreciate the author's plot with page turning conclusions.
Love every twist and turn in the story line. Awesome story, very romantic and realistic. I appreciate the author's plot with page turning conclusions.
March 17, 2020
Didn't even finish it.
July 5, 2020
Enjoyed this book.
This book was romantic and fun. The story line seemed authentic. The characters seemed and like the people in a genuine town real. The setting was beautiful.
This book was romantic and fun. The story line seemed authentic. The characters seemed and like the people in a genuine town real. The setting was beautiful.
July 7, 2020
Good book with a little mystery too. I will read more books in this series.
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