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Love is Louder
When does love fall apart? Do you see it? Do you feel it? Can you save it?
When two worlds collide it sets off an unlikely chain of events, creating temptations and feelings that did not exist and changing the course of two random strangers.
A crumbling marriage to a successful husband,
A man fighting to keep his family together,
Two people looking to reconcile and bury their past lives.
Lives comes together that would never have been, where one secret will turn their worlds upside down.
What happens when the truth is finally exposed?
Will both sides end up hurt and alone?
When does love reappear? Do you see it? Do you feel it? Do you fight for it?
Love is beautiful.
Love is quiet.
Love is ugly.
Love is Louder.
When two worlds collide it sets off an unlikely chain of events, creating temptations and feelings that did not exist and changing the course of two random strangers.
A crumbling marriage to a successful husband,
A man fighting to keep his family together,
Two people looking to reconcile and bury their past lives.
Lives comes together that would never have been, where one secret will turn their worlds upside down.
What happens when the truth is finally exposed?
Will both sides end up hurt and alone?
When does love reappear? Do you see it? Do you feel it? Do you fight for it?
Love is beautiful.
Love is quiet.
Love is ugly.
Love is Louder.
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First published January 1, 2015
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Antoinette Candela
7 books162 followersAntoinette Candela is most likely listening to music at a very high volume right now and pondering her next book. She grew up in Upstate New York and is an avid New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys fan. As a child, she enjoyed reading and writing and penned her first story at the age of thirteen. She drives fast, is a neat freak, loves red wine, Scrabble and can't live without her iced coffee and a good pen.
Currently she lives in Massachusetts with her son and daughter in her neat and tidy home. When she's not planted in front of her computer writing, she can be found at the gym or at the beach soaking up the rays and enjoying a good book.
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February 19, 2017
Nooooooooooo. Candela, you are evil. I pulled an allnighter to have it end with a cliffy? No. No. No. *fake sobbing*
I started off disliking this book, imagining it some nonsensical love triangle that has surely been done with aplomb by authors like Tarryn Fisher with The Opportunist, E.K. Blair with Bang, and Mia Asher with Arsen: A Broken Love Story. By the second chapter, I knew this was different.
There is no vindictive ex-girlfriend, misguided wife, or vengeful boyfriend.
No. Love is Louder is about the circular relationship between the present and the past and how actions sometimes have oblique yet deadly consequences. There is a sequence of events that prefaces the story and these had me confused and anxious.
As this is both character and plot driven, Candela sets it up with a premise that alludes to a dangerous secret and a love-triangle. True on the secret but not the love-triangle; still, it's a story full of subtle allusions and offhand implications.
Once the author introduces the protagonists (and antagonists), things become even more confusing. The result is a uniquely mesmerizing portrait of people caught in a purgatory between what came before and what's still to come.
Candela's adept story-telling pulls emotions from you, including but not limited to anger, sadness, and empathy.
Anger because well..... James-the-husband. Portrayed as the devil, but really is he?
Sadness because.....Mason-the-other-man. Loves deeply despite the tragic curveballs life threw his way
Empathy for...Brie-the-loving-wife, who engenders our deepest sympathy even as we know something might be deeply off-kilter about her.
This story will have you gnawing fingernails while pondering if you might be better off not knowing the truth. I simply can't wait for the next installment and pray the author releases it SOON!
May 24, 2015
I really enjoyed this book, so much that I have been telling friends they need to read it as soon as I closed the last page. This isn’t your typical love triangle book as the cover and blurb would suggest, it is complex, emotional and a story of lives entwined in a much deeper way than you can imagine. Much deeper than the characters seem to know and their lives all seem to come back to their feelings towards a dead woman.
I loved Mason; he is sincere, honest, upright and doing his best to hold his family together in the face of tragedy since losing his sister to an apparent hit & run accident. A sister he loved deeply. His love for his sister and his family is both heartbreaking and lovely but it does seem to be holding Mason back from getting on with his own life. When old faces suddenly start to appear back in town, Mason has to fight harder to keep his family together. I also loved that we meet Mason as the washing machine repair guy rather than some high flying millionaire, a real refreshing change.
Brie and James on the face of it seem to have a perfect life and Brie idolises her husband but it does seem to be in an unhealthy way. She seems all put together in running her own business yet seems to be needy towards her Husband, the reasons why soon slowly starts to become apparent and you realise there is something unspoken about in their relationship. Though I did like Brie when she wasn’t in James presence she could be quite spunky when she had to be. James is a complex character that I hated initially for the way he was behaving towards his wife but in a way I felt sorry for him as he seemed to be carrying a few burdens.
It soon becomes clear that there is history between Mason and James and not of the good kind. There is an instant attraction between Brie and Mason that burns through this story but the complexity of their friendship seems to be heading towards something far more as Brie’s life suddenly starts to unravel and secrets are discovered. This is a great start to this series and I think the author has done a brilliant job in weaving a story that leaves a list of questions in its wake and keeps you guessing and wanting the next book already and as such I am really looking forward to it.
I loved Mason; he is sincere, honest, upright and doing his best to hold his family together in the face of tragedy since losing his sister to an apparent hit & run accident. A sister he loved deeply. His love for his sister and his family is both heartbreaking and lovely but it does seem to be holding Mason back from getting on with his own life. When old faces suddenly start to appear back in town, Mason has to fight harder to keep his family together. I also loved that we meet Mason as the washing machine repair guy rather than some high flying millionaire, a real refreshing change.
Brie and James on the face of it seem to have a perfect life and Brie idolises her husband but it does seem to be in an unhealthy way. She seems all put together in running her own business yet seems to be needy towards her Husband, the reasons why soon slowly starts to become apparent and you realise there is something unspoken about in their relationship. Though I did like Brie when she wasn’t in James presence she could be quite spunky when she had to be. James is a complex character that I hated initially for the way he was behaving towards his wife but in a way I felt sorry for him as he seemed to be carrying a few burdens.
It soon becomes clear that there is history between Mason and James and not of the good kind. There is an instant attraction between Brie and Mason that burns through this story but the complexity of their friendship seems to be heading towards something far more as Brie’s life suddenly starts to unravel and secrets are discovered. This is a great start to this series and I think the author has done a brilliant job in weaving a story that leaves a list of questions in its wake and keeps you guessing and wanting the next book already and as such I am really looking forward to it.
March 23, 2015
I have mixed feelings over this book. I loved Mason and there wasn't nearly enough of him. He's hot, sexy and protective of his family. I adored sweet little Lily. A book is always better with a precocious child. But I am not a fan of Brie. I feel a little bad for her but mostly I kinda wanted to slap her. It doesn't surprise me that her mother-in-law criticized her, she did nothing to show anybody that she could stand on her own feet. I get that she's broken but she needed to assert herself instead of letting James control her happiness. James. Ugh. I hate James. He's such a pig. But there is a glimpse of something there that makes me think he's not all bad. But then more of the story comes out and I hate him again.
I liked the mystery surrounding the accident. A lot. Not sure that I'm going to like the fallout though.
Even though there was a lot happening, I don't have issue with all the plots but there were a few things that seemed out of place. There's obviously more to Mason's story than we know but there was one flashback with an ex that came out of left field and left me hanging. I would have liked more about him and his past.
Overall, I am intrigued and I want to know the full story-how everything and everyone fits together and where everyone ends up.
The biggest struggle I have is with the connections between th characters.. I would have liked to see a little bit more of James and Brie's initial happiness. It was hard to read about them being intimate when I didn't feel their connection. In my head she was infatuated with Mason and I thought that was where this was headed.
One thing I really liked is that not everything was cookie cutter perfect. There's a lot of damaged people here which kept things interesting and makes me want to read the sequel.
I liked the mystery surrounding the accident. A lot. Not sure that I'm going to like the fallout though.
Even though there was a lot happening, I don't have issue with all the plots but there were a few things that seemed out of place. There's obviously more to Mason's story than we know but there was one flashback with an ex that came out of left field and left me hanging. I would have liked more about him and his past.
Overall, I am intrigued and I want to know the full story-how everything and everyone fits together and where everyone ends up.
The biggest struggle I have is with the connections between th characters.. I would have liked to see a little bit more of James and Brie's initial happiness. It was hard to read about them being intimate when I didn't feel their connection. In my head she was infatuated with Mason and I thought that was where this was headed.
One thing I really liked is that not everything was cookie cutter perfect. There's a lot of damaged people here which kept things interesting and makes me want to read the sequel.
April 8, 2015
This book has me completely confused and on edge and needing to know what happens!
We have Mason, who I love. His sister was killed by a hit and run driver 4 years ago and left behind a baby girl, who is everything to Mason. His life the past 4 years has pretty much revolved around helping raise her. And he is still suffering from the guilt over his sisters death.
We have Brie, who I'm so torn on as to how I feel about her. On the surface she appears to be a strong, independent woman, who runs her own business. But when it comes to her husband, and her mother-in-law, she's basically a doormat.
We have James, Brie's jerk of a husband who I really cannot stand. He claims to love his wife and appears to be protecting her from something, but that doesn't stop him from cheating on her and lying to her.
The lives of these 3 people become intertwined, creating a story that will leave you guessing and not sure of where it's leading next.
There's a lot happening in this book, we have glimpses and flashbacks to the past that connect to what is happening in the present. We have secrets that are starting to slowly be revealed. We have relationships that are falling apart and friendships that are growing.
And then we are thrown a curve ball, that could completely change everything, for everyone involved.
Man, was this book one heck of a ride. And holy cliffhanger...hold onto your hats boys and girls, things are about to get bumpy!
***I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.***
We have Mason, who I love. His sister was killed by a hit and run driver 4 years ago and left behind a baby girl, who is everything to Mason. His life the past 4 years has pretty much revolved around helping raise her. And he is still suffering from the guilt over his sisters death.
We have Brie, who I'm so torn on as to how I feel about her. On the surface she appears to be a strong, independent woman, who runs her own business. But when it comes to her husband, and her mother-in-law, she's basically a doormat.
We have James, Brie's jerk of a husband who I really cannot stand. He claims to love his wife and appears to be protecting her from something, but that doesn't stop him from cheating on her and lying to her.
The lives of these 3 people become intertwined, creating a story that will leave you guessing and not sure of where it's leading next.
There's a lot happening in this book, we have glimpses and flashbacks to the past that connect to what is happening in the present. We have secrets that are starting to slowly be revealed. We have relationships that are falling apart and friendships that are growing.
And then we are thrown a curve ball, that could completely change everything, for everyone involved.
Man, was this book one heck of a ride. And holy cliffhanger...hold onto your hats boys and girls, things are about to get bumpy!
***I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.***
May 16, 2015
I truly enjoyed this book.
This is my 1st book I have read from author Antoinette Candela and I am hooked!
I was introduce to her books by my Minxy sista Donna. Thank You Donna for telling me about Antoinette. When I met her back in March, I knew that I was going to love her books. I will say it again, I <3 my book friends! They are always introducing me to new authors and I love it!
Okay, so no more mushy, LOL!
Well, I really liked this story of Mason, Brie and James. It had a good amount of mystery, drama and what if's and some twists that had me guessing through out the book.
Brie and James are a married couple who are having problems early in their marriage. Brie is missing the hot sexy connection they once had. She is having doubts that her husband is being faithful and starts to look for attention elsewhere.
That is where Mason comes in. He gives Brie the attention she wants but she starts to want more and feels guilty about this. Mason is a tortured guy with a past of his sister Meadow's death that constantly haunts him. He meets Brie and finds himself wanting more than he ever has before.
The characters were well developed and their emotions poured off the pages into my heart while reading. I enjoyed how Antoinette captured us the reader into the world she created.
Being faithful as well as being untrustworthy are a big factors in this story.
Will Brie be with Mason or will she stay faithful to her husband Jason?
You will have to read to find out.
Go get this book!
**ARC kindly provided by AUTHOR in exchange for an honest review**
5 Cherries Popped
May 15, 2015
An emotional story of love, deceit, loss, and painful truths, I give Love is Louder 4.5 stars.
Where to begin with this review! I pulled an all nighter finishing this book because I could not put it down. There are so many feels I'm experiencing after reading this book, that is truly a tale of pain, loss, and fighting for something that you've given your all to. You have James, successful lawyer and used to be loving husband to Brie. He works late hours, doesn't always come home, he knows his wife is hurting but he's so focused on trying to prove himself, that he puts her on the back burner. I wanted to make him the bad guy, shake and point my finger at him, but as I read, I couldn't. He wants to do the right thing, he admits his short comings but is still holding on to a shocking secret he knows will not just destroy him, but his family. Brie, loving neglected wife. She loves her husband, but the longing she feels for him is making her go crazy. She's lonely, and that is a dangerous thing. She begins to realize a painful truth about her husband, that maybe they don't want to same things anymore, but how can she let him go? Mason is suffering from the loss of his sister, her death still a mystery that haunts him everyday. During a routine service job, he meets Brie and the events that follow set you up for 3 characters that are struggling with the same pain and are connected in a way that makes you think, no one will survive this.
From the synopsis I was thinking I was going to read about a love triangle, but I was wrong. What I got is a story of a couple trying to put the pieces of their marriage back together, and what happens when someone is thrown into the mix that makes you realize what you're missing. This story does start off a little slow, I think that had more to do with me being an impatient reader as I was trying to see if Brie and Mason would hook up! But as I kept reading prices just started to come to together, everyone's actions made since, the flashbacks the characters had were all starting to tie together to one secret that will shatter them all! This book had such an emotional pull on me. I was not just connected to one character, but all of them. I wanted a happy ending for all of them, but realized that was not the fate of this book. While cliffhanger annoy me most of the time, I can appreciate why it was done for this book. There is so much more to tell. You just see the tip of the iceberg at the end, and have not scratched the surface of what is to come. I can't wait to see what's next.
Where to begin with this review! I pulled an all nighter finishing this book because I could not put it down. There are so many feels I'm experiencing after reading this book, that is truly a tale of pain, loss, and fighting for something that you've given your all to. You have James, successful lawyer and used to be loving husband to Brie. He works late hours, doesn't always come home, he knows his wife is hurting but he's so focused on trying to prove himself, that he puts her on the back burner. I wanted to make him the bad guy, shake and point my finger at him, but as I read, I couldn't. He wants to do the right thing, he admits his short comings but is still holding on to a shocking secret he knows will not just destroy him, but his family. Brie, loving neglected wife. She loves her husband, but the longing she feels for him is making her go crazy. She's lonely, and that is a dangerous thing. She begins to realize a painful truth about her husband, that maybe they don't want to same things anymore, but how can she let him go? Mason is suffering from the loss of his sister, her death still a mystery that haunts him everyday. During a routine service job, he meets Brie and the events that follow set you up for 3 characters that are struggling with the same pain and are connected in a way that makes you think, no one will survive this.
From the synopsis I was thinking I was going to read about a love triangle, but I was wrong. What I got is a story of a couple trying to put the pieces of their marriage back together, and what happens when someone is thrown into the mix that makes you realize what you're missing. This story does start off a little slow, I think that had more to do with me being an impatient reader as I was trying to see if Brie and Mason would hook up! But as I kept reading prices just started to come to together, everyone's actions made since, the flashbacks the characters had were all starting to tie together to one secret that will shatter them all! This book had such an emotional pull on me. I was not just connected to one character, but all of them. I wanted a happy ending for all of them, but realized that was not the fate of this book. While cliffhanger annoy me most of the time, I can appreciate why it was done for this book. There is so much more to tell. You just see the tip of the iceberg at the end, and have not scratched the surface of what is to come. I can't wait to see what's next.
May 11, 2015
I have been reading Antoinette's books since her very first book, and I have to say that this is the best book that she has written. With Antoinette, her confidence shows in her writing. When she thinks that the story is not good enough or that people won't enjoy it it shows in her writing. I think that she is growing as an author and will be a go to author for lots of readers.
The characters in this book are complex, emotional, and each have their own little suitcase filled with a lifetime of damage.
I will say that I loved Mason for the very beginning. He is one of those men that loves with all that he has and will always fight for those that he loves. You can see that he is hurting from the loss of his sister from a hit and run accident all those years ago. He loves his niece as though she was his own and the connection that they both have is amazing.
Brie is the wife of the DA and has quite the lonely life. She has a up and coming photography business, but what she really wants is to be loved by her husband and to be shown that she is important. She has some issues in her past that she wants to forget, but she is having a hard time doing that with some of the situations that keep arising in her life.
James is a man that you want to hate, but at the same time you can see that he is trying to hide mistakes from his past that may make others not see his as powerful as he thinks that he is. He is willing to do what he needs to do to make his past just that- a thing of the past.
When the three lives intertwine together, they are just magic. The story takes so many turns that there were times that I sent her facebook messages asking her WTF she was thinking.
This is book one and I loved how she left it. I am sure that book 2 is going to blow us away just as much!
April 16, 2015
I was graciously given a ARC copy of Love Is Louder for an honest review..
Love is Louder is a complex, complicated, love story and it moves at a very fast pass. I really enjoyed this story, but it leaves you confused and with so many questions..
At first it was real hard to connect with character because you are thrown into the present, when when all their issues stem from their past.
There are a few flash backs, but they are all left a mystery..
I do have mixed emotions when it comes to Brie, she has some deep seeded issues.. There was times when I wasn't sure if I could stand anymore of her weaknesses, but I also have to say the story would not have been the same if her character was a stronger more assertive woman..
James (Brie's Husband) there lies more mystery for me. He is a puzzle and all the pieces are not fitting yet.. Does he truly love Brie ?
The Mother in Law lord she is something else. I loved Jame's father, and he is the only reason I think their is more to James's mother than we are understanding so far.. yes more mystery.
Mason awe I loved Mason, we don't learn to much about him, but he does play a major part in the story..
There are many more secondary characters that play a big roll in this large storm that is brewing..
This story has lots of mystery and leaves you with tons of questions and no answers and a big Cliffhanger.
After reading my review your probably thinking this is not the book for you. That is Not the case this book grabs your attention and it keeps you turning the page wanting and Needing More. The story is very well written and I am confident that things will truly come together in this next book.
I would recomend this book.. I can not wait to read more I hope it happens quickly...
Love is Louder is a complex, complicated, love story and it moves at a very fast pass. I really enjoyed this story, but it leaves you confused and with so many questions..
At first it was real hard to connect with character because you are thrown into the present, when when all their issues stem from their past.
There are a few flash backs, but they are all left a mystery..
I do have mixed emotions when it comes to Brie, she has some deep seeded issues.. There was times when I wasn't sure if I could stand anymore of her weaknesses, but I also have to say the story would not have been the same if her character was a stronger more assertive woman..
James (Brie's Husband) there lies more mystery for me. He is a puzzle and all the pieces are not fitting yet.. Does he truly love Brie ?
The Mother in Law lord she is something else. I loved Jame's father, and he is the only reason I think their is more to James's mother than we are understanding so far.. yes more mystery.
Mason awe I loved Mason, we don't learn to much about him, but he does play a major part in the story..
There are many more secondary characters that play a big roll in this large storm that is brewing..
This story has lots of mystery and leaves you with tons of questions and no answers and a big Cliffhanger.
After reading my review your probably thinking this is not the book for you. That is Not the case this book grabs your attention and it keeps you turning the page wanting and Needing More. The story is very well written and I am confident that things will truly come together in this next book.
I would recomend this book.. I can not wait to read more I hope it happens quickly...
May 18, 2015
I was graciously given a ARC copy of Love Is Louder for an honest review..
Love is Louder is a complex, complicated, love story and it moves at a very fast pass. I really enjoyed this story, but it leaves you confused and with so many questions..
At first it was real hard to connect with character because you are thrown into the present, when when all their issues stem from their past.
There are a few flash backs, but they are all left a mystery..
I do have mixed emotions when it comes to Brie, she has some deep seeded issues.. There was times when I wasn't sure if I could stand anymore of her weaknesses, but I also have to say the story would not have been the same if her character was a stronger more assertive woman..
James (Brie's Husband) there lies more mystery for me. He is a puzzle and all the pieces are not fitting yet.. Does he truly love Brie ?
The Mother in Law lord she is something else. I loved Jame's father, and he is the only reason I think their is more to James's mother than we are understanding so far.. yes more mystery.
Mason awe I loved Mason, we don't learn to much about him, but he does play a major part in the story..
There are many more secondary characters that play a big roll in this large storm that is brewing..
This story has lots of mystery and leaves you with tons of questions and no answers and a big Cliffhanger.
After reading my review your probably thinking this is not the book for you. That is Not the case this book grabs your attention and it keeps you turning the page wanting and Needing More. The story is very well written and I am confident that things will truly come together in this next book.
I would recomend this book.. I can not wait to read more I hope it happens quickly...
Love is Louder is a complex, complicated, love story and it moves at a very fast pass. I really enjoyed this story, but it leaves you confused and with so many questions..
At first it was real hard to connect with character because you are thrown into the present, when when all their issues stem from their past.
There are a few flash backs, but they are all left a mystery..
I do have mixed emotions when it comes to Brie, she has some deep seeded issues.. There was times when I wasn't sure if I could stand anymore of her weaknesses, but I also have to say the story would not have been the same if her character was a stronger more assertive woman..
James (Brie's Husband) there lies more mystery for me. He is a puzzle and all the pieces are not fitting yet.. Does he truly love Brie ?
The Mother in Law lord she is something else. I loved Jame's father, and he is the only reason I think their is more to James's mother than we are understanding so far.. yes more mystery.
Mason awe I loved Mason, we don't learn to much about him, but he does play a major part in the story..
There are many more secondary characters that play a big roll in this large storm that is brewing..
This story has lots of mystery and leaves you with tons of questions and no answers and a big Cliffhanger.
After reading my review your probably thinking this is not the book for you. That is Not the case this book grabs your attention and it keeps you turning the page wanting and Needing More. The story is very well written and I am confident that things will truly come together in this next book.
I would recomend this book.. I can not wait to read more I hope it happens quickly...
May 21, 2015
I liked this book but it was frustrating. Every time I felt like I got answer to a question I had I felt like I have 10 more questions. Don't get me wrong the book pulled me in. I kept reading because I wanted answers. The characters are engaging and the writing is great. Mason has been through so much with the death of his sister and helping to raise his niece. It kills him that he doesn't have answers about her death. Brie is in what seems like a loveless marriage. She gives her everything to James and he doesn't seem to give her anything. He is always busy with work and even when they do spend time together he just seems to want her for sex. He takes no real interest in her life. James has worked himself into one hell of a situation. He is telling Brie lies left and right. Plus he has a women at work making it obvious she is willing to sleep with him even know he is married. Over all I felt the worst for Brie. She is attracted to Mason and has all this guilt for it. She doesn't do anything with him and is getting the shaft in her marriage. All she wants is a baby and that is denied to her, while her husband does whatever he wants. I wanted to jump in the book and smack James around a bit for the way he treat Brie. I also wanted to shake Brie and make her stop second guessing herself. She gives into James to easily. I understand that she loves him and everything but at some point you have to worry about yourself instead of the other person. You have to love yourself more. The book ends on a cliffhanger so I am impatiently awaiting the release of the next book. I look forward to reading other books by Antoinette.
I was given this book in return for an honest review.
I was given this book in return for an honest review.
April 8, 2020
*Arc provided for an Honest Review *
Antoinette has done it again and does not disappoint in her new series., I really enjoyed this book and was engrossed from the very beginning. the prologue hooked me in and feeling heartbroken and feeling all the emotions Mason was feeling.
Mason is still heartbroken and feeling guilty over his sister Meadow. He is a hard working successful lovable Hott guy who deserves happiness.
Lily is Mason and Micah's niece and Meadows daughter. Who is a beautiful sweet 4 year old.
Brie is a beautiful and runs a successful photography studio. All she wants is to be happily married and have a child with her husband of four years, instead she is lonely and depressed in her marriage. Will her husband's lies and secrets destroy her. I really dislike her husband Joseph and keep hoping she fins the strength to leave him, Not that their passion and chemistry isn't there, he just isn't a nice guy.
I am rooting for Brie to be strong and finally choose her own happiness over what she thinks is the right thing to do. I am rooting for her and Mason!
There are some funny and intense chemistry moments between Brie and Mason. I was chuckling when Mason at the Bull was making sly comments to Joseph and making him sweat. The chemistry between Brie and Mason is Intensely Hott and thats without them even touching yet.
I definitely recommend anyone who doesn't mind a cliff-hanger and looking for a new kind of love story where Three adult lives are intertwined and will leave them all hurting and will test their relationship and friendships. I don't really like Cliff hangers but it gets me excited for more!
Antoinette has done it again and does not disappoint in her new series., I really enjoyed this book and was engrossed from the very beginning. the prologue hooked me in and feeling heartbroken and feeling all the emotions Mason was feeling.
Mason is still heartbroken and feeling guilty over his sister Meadow. He is a hard working successful lovable Hott guy who deserves happiness.
Lily is Mason and Micah's niece and Meadows daughter. Who is a beautiful sweet 4 year old.
Brie is a beautiful and runs a successful photography studio. All she wants is to be happily married and have a child with her husband of four years, instead she is lonely and depressed in her marriage. Will her husband's lies and secrets destroy her. I really dislike her husband Joseph and keep hoping she fins the strength to leave him, Not that their passion and chemistry isn't there, he just isn't a nice guy.
I am rooting for Brie to be strong and finally choose her own happiness over what she thinks is the right thing to do. I am rooting for her and Mason!
There are some funny and intense chemistry moments between Brie and Mason. I was chuckling when Mason at the Bull was making sly comments to Joseph and making him sweat. The chemistry between Brie and Mason is Intensely Hott and thats without them even touching yet.
I definitely recommend anyone who doesn't mind a cliff-hanger and looking for a new kind of love story where Three adult lives are intertwined and will leave them all hurting and will test their relationship and friendships. I don't really like Cliff hangers but it gets me excited for more!
May 11, 2015
What did I just read? This book had me hooked and what I thought was going to happen, never did. It was the complete opposite and so much more. I felt so bad for Brie...She thought she had the perfect life and then it shattered. She was married to a successful man who is the DA and she had her photography business. Every marriage has issues but not quite like theirs. James, her husband, is keeping some pretty important things private from her. She soon finds out what they are including catching him red handed. She falls apart. During this time, she has struck up a friendship with Mason. He is gorgeous, easy to talk to and drawn to her like she is to him. She knows they can't do anything despite all the sparks between them. Mason has had a bit of a rough time. Losing his dad and sister has rocked his world especially since his sister was pregnant. Him and the family are raising the baby. Things are about to change and I don't think its for the best. Just when you think you know what's going on, another twist happens and you're more confused than ever. *This book ends on a huge cliffhanger...* I really enjoyed reading this book especially with all the twists and turns it provides. It's a crazy ride that will keep you guessing til the very end! Can't wait to read book#2, I'm dying to know what happens next to Lily and Brie...
May 20, 2015
Looking at the cover of this book and you think yeah there will be a love triangle and you already know how it is going to end. But as I began to read this sad story I realized that yes, you can't judge a book by it cover.
This a story about a marriage on the brink of falling apart and a family trying desperately to keep each other happy and together no matter the costs. Both separate but intertwined din a way that will blow your mind as you begin to put the pieces together. Is there love? yes undeniably there is love a love so strong that you feel it from the pages. Is there betrayal? Yes, but on a level you would have never imagined possible. Will you love all of the characters? OMG yes you will love them all even the ones you will begin to hate because they all have baggage that protects the other a baggage that is so heavy it begins to crumble what they once had that was pure.
A story that has to be read from cover to cover with a box of tissue right next to you and a tall glass of wine to help you through both the hard and sexy times of this book. The romance is palpable and the sadness will bring you closer to the characters. In the end you will be begging more of these beautifully flawed characters. Bravo Anoinette, Bravo!
This a story about a marriage on the brink of falling apart and a family trying desperately to keep each other happy and together no matter the costs. Both separate but intertwined din a way that will blow your mind as you begin to put the pieces together. Is there love? yes undeniably there is love a love so strong that you feel it from the pages. Is there betrayal? Yes, but on a level you would have never imagined possible. Will you love all of the characters? OMG yes you will love them all even the ones you will begin to hate because they all have baggage that protects the other a baggage that is so heavy it begins to crumble what they once had that was pure.
A story that has to be read from cover to cover with a box of tissue right next to you and a tall glass of wine to help you through both the hard and sexy times of this book. The romance is palpable and the sadness will bring you closer to the characters. In the end you will be begging more of these beautifully flawed characters. Bravo Anoinette, Bravo!
May 4, 2015
Gah this book. I have been sitting on my review for this book for almost a month. I'm still trying to decide if I hate it or like it. Ok I'll be honest here and say I don't hate it. But this book definitely wasn't what I was expecting. For some reason I kind of got the impression that this was going to be a little love triangle. But let me assure you it's not.
This book really isn't a romance either. It is a book of three lives that are intertwined. Kind of a almost six dregrees of seperation between these characters.
Let's see who should I start with? I'll start with Mason. I think Mason is the one I felt the worse for through the whole story. Mason is still dealing with the death of his younger sister four years later. He's running three business's and taking care of his family and helping raise his niece. He's also learning things about his younger sister that he didn't know.
I really wanted to like Brie and at the beginning I did like her. But now I'm not sure how I feel about her. At first I thought she was strong, independent and fighting for her marriage. Even though she had thoughts of Mason, she didn't act on them. But than I had a change of heart on her and even almost a month later I'm not sure how I feel about her. I can say this though she truely does love James.
James.... Let me get to James. I know a lot of people are probably going to disagree with me on James. And I know I should probably hate James. But I just don't. I honestly kind of feel bad for him. He's obviously a man that is under a ton of pressure from his mother and his job. He also obviously has a blackmailer and is carrying a heavy secret on his shoulders. Does that mean I condone his cheating behavior? No it doesn't. But I do believe he does really love Brie.
I did really enjoy this book. It has a little bit of everything in it. It will make you giggle and make you cry. It will probably make you angry. It has several Wow I didn't see that coming moments.
I'm giving this book a 4 Out of 5 Stars. I can't wait to read the next part.
***I received a copy of this book from S.B.B. Promotions for my honest review***
This book really isn't a romance either. It is a book of three lives that are intertwined. Kind of a almost six dregrees of seperation between these characters.
Let's see who should I start with? I'll start with Mason. I think Mason is the one I felt the worse for through the whole story. Mason is still dealing with the death of his younger sister four years later. He's running three business's and taking care of his family and helping raise his niece. He's also learning things about his younger sister that he didn't know.
I really wanted to like Brie and at the beginning I did like her. But now I'm not sure how I feel about her. At first I thought she was strong, independent and fighting for her marriage. Even though she had thoughts of Mason, she didn't act on them. But than I had a change of heart on her and even almost a month later I'm not sure how I feel about her. I can say this though she truely does love James.
James.... Let me get to James. I know a lot of people are probably going to disagree with me on James. And I know I should probably hate James. But I just don't. I honestly kind of feel bad for him. He's obviously a man that is under a ton of pressure from his mother and his job. He also obviously has a blackmailer and is carrying a heavy secret on his shoulders. Does that mean I condone his cheating behavior? No it doesn't. But I do believe he does really love Brie.
I did really enjoy this book. It has a little bit of everything in it. It will make you giggle and make you cry. It will probably make you angry. It has several Wow I didn't see that coming moments.
I'm giving this book a 4 Out of 5 Stars. I can't wait to read the next part.
***I received a copy of this book from S.B.B. Promotions for my honest review***
June 14, 2015
3 stars
I am not sure how to start off this review. I came into the book thinking that it would be a romance with a sort of love triangle but it was not. The events that take place in the book are more true to real life than you can imagine. The characters interactions will keep you on your toes. And there are lots of secrets that will not be told. I honestly can not decide if I liked this book or not. I am leaning more toward I did. But some of the things the characters did, I wanted to reach into the book and shake them.
As the story begins, the lives of three of the characters will become entwined in the present just as much as in the past. James and Mason grew up together, not really liking each other either. Mason knew what kind of man James was but has he changed now that he is back in town after getting his Harvard law degree?
Brie is living the life that she has always dreamed about, married to James, who loves her, a thriving photography business while the only thing missing is a child of her own. She longs for a child. But James keeps putting her off about having children. He starts to work longer hours, leaving Brie home to do what she wants without him. She keeps herself busy but in the back of her mind, she starts to think that there is more going on than just work for James.
Mason meets Brie as he is the repairman. Her washer is broke among other things. As Mason and Brie seems to have this unmistakable attraction to each other. But she is married after all. Nothing can happen. Mason has other things in his life to keep him busy than to lust after a married woman. But as fate would have it, he continues to run into Brie. They form a sort of friendship.
As the days bleed into each other, issues of a failed marriage, chances of losing a child and secrets of the past come to haunt James, Brie and Mason. The three of them will have to come face to face with unpleasant decisions. But in the end, who will be standing? Can the secrets that are told, shatter their lives as they know it? Although so answers are revealed, there are so many more not. I hope that these will be answered in book 2 of this series.
I am not sure how to start off this review. I came into the book thinking that it would be a romance with a sort of love triangle but it was not. The events that take place in the book are more true to real life than you can imagine. The characters interactions will keep you on your toes. And there are lots of secrets that will not be told. I honestly can not decide if I liked this book or not. I am leaning more toward I did. But some of the things the characters did, I wanted to reach into the book and shake them.
As the story begins, the lives of three of the characters will become entwined in the present just as much as in the past. James and Mason grew up together, not really liking each other either. Mason knew what kind of man James was but has he changed now that he is back in town after getting his Harvard law degree?
Brie is living the life that she has always dreamed about, married to James, who loves her, a thriving photography business while the only thing missing is a child of her own. She longs for a child. But James keeps putting her off about having children. He starts to work longer hours, leaving Brie home to do what she wants without him. She keeps herself busy but in the back of her mind, she starts to think that there is more going on than just work for James.
Mason meets Brie as he is the repairman. Her washer is broke among other things. As Mason and Brie seems to have this unmistakable attraction to each other. But she is married after all. Nothing can happen. Mason has other things in his life to keep him busy than to lust after a married woman. But as fate would have it, he continues to run into Brie. They form a sort of friendship.
As the days bleed into each other, issues of a failed marriage, chances of losing a child and secrets of the past come to haunt James, Brie and Mason. The three of them will have to come face to face with unpleasant decisions. But in the end, who will be standing? Can the secrets that are told, shatter their lives as they know it? Although so answers are revealed, there are so many more not. I hope that these will be answered in book 2 of this series.
May 12, 2015
TRACY'S REVIEW
3.5 STARS
Brie thought she had it all. Married to the love of her life James. A company she owns doing what she loved. On the outside it seemed like she had the perfect life, but behind closed doors it was anything but.
Mason was your typical attractive single male. Working, living life with women, avoiding serious relationships and love. There was only one person he loved and that was his 4 year old niece.
What happens when these two meet and feelings start to develop? Can they stay friends and be nothing more? What happens when they realize their lives are crossing more than they never thought was possible? Will things get to be too much for Brie to handle?
So I only gave this 3.5 stars because at about 10% into the book I was able to predict what was going to happen throughout the rest of it. I'm not quite sure if I'm 100% correct since this ended up being a cliffhanger story. I'll read the next one just so I can see what happened. So because the fact the author is getting me to want to read the next one, I gave it a good rating.
3.5 STARS
Brie thought she had it all. Married to the love of her life James. A company she owns doing what she loved. On the outside it seemed like she had the perfect life, but behind closed doors it was anything but.
Mason was your typical attractive single male. Working, living life with women, avoiding serious relationships and love. There was only one person he loved and that was his 4 year old niece.
What happens when these two meet and feelings start to develop? Can they stay friends and be nothing more? What happens when they realize their lives are crossing more than they never thought was possible? Will things get to be too much for Brie to handle?
So I only gave this 3.5 stars because at about 10% into the book I was able to predict what was going to happen throughout the rest of it. I'm not quite sure if I'm 100% correct since this ended up being a cliffhanger story. I'll read the next one just so I can see what happened. So because the fact the author is getting me to want to read the next one, I gave it a good rating.
July 3, 2015
I really liked this book! I began reading it expecting a typical angst filled romance of a woman torn between two men. I was SO pleasantly surprised to quickly read otherwise. This book has a complex plot with characters that have true depth. Nothing feels contrived or forced.
There are three main characters whose lives are mysteriously intertwined through one pregnant woman (Meadow) killed by a hit and run driver four years prior. Mason, Meadow's sister, seems to be the perfect all American man. Brie is the married woman he has serious chemistry with. James is Brie's unfaithful husband. Before the end of the book, I was actually feeling compassion for James, even as I disliked him. Invoking those feelings in a reader takes serious talent from the writer.
There are several minor characters that are vital to the development of the book. They have been just as deeply developed as the major characters and are much more than mere "extras".
The book ends with many unanswered questions, but in no way leaves the reader feeling cheated. I'm looking forward to the sequel.
There are three main characters whose lives are mysteriously intertwined through one pregnant woman (Meadow) killed by a hit and run driver four years prior. Mason, Meadow's sister, seems to be the perfect all American man. Brie is the married woman he has serious chemistry with. James is Brie's unfaithful husband. Before the end of the book, I was actually feeling compassion for James, even as I disliked him. Invoking those feelings in a reader takes serious talent from the writer.
There are several minor characters that are vital to the development of the book. They have been just as deeply developed as the major characters and are much more than mere "extras".
The book ends with many unanswered questions, but in no way leaves the reader feeling cheated. I'm looking forward to the sequel.
June 9, 2015
I give it 4.5 stars !!!
When I started reading it, i thought that it would be another love triangle, but I had found a new thing, I hate some characters and love others, and spent the entire book trying to think about all those secrets under the rug, and I really hate JAmes for the way he treated Brie, he isn't my favorite person, I know he's a man with many ghosts but he likes to lie, and deceive, and cheat, and I can't believe that Brie stays with him for so long, I know sometimes we try to fix our lives with sex when the love isn't enough, but is not fair to herself.
Mason, what I could say about Mason, he has a lot of troubles for himself, he is tortured for not save his sister, but mostly because he tries to make everyone happy, and sometimes you just can't. I really liked his humor, and his smiles, and the way he is with Lily.
Amazing book, lots of angst and a really interesting end, you would want to have book 2 at the minute you closed this. I really loved.
When I started reading it, i thought that it would be another love triangle, but I had found a new thing, I hate some characters and love others, and spent the entire book trying to think about all those secrets under the rug, and I really hate JAmes for the way he treated Brie, he isn't my favorite person, I know he's a man with many ghosts but he likes to lie, and deceive, and cheat, and I can't believe that Brie stays with him for so long, I know sometimes we try to fix our lives with sex when the love isn't enough, but is not fair to herself.
Mason, what I could say about Mason, he has a lot of troubles for himself, he is tortured for not save his sister, but mostly because he tries to make everyone happy, and sometimes you just can't. I really liked his humor, and his smiles, and the way he is with Lily.
Amazing book, lots of angst and a really interesting end, you would want to have book 2 at the minute you closed this. I really loved.
April 28, 2015
While the contents are a slow moving for me, I found love is louder to be amazing and once you start piecing this together in your mind you can't stop reading.
Have you ever been in the place where the world stops and steals your breath and makes you wonder what you have left?mason is a strong man that has been burned and even more so is trying to find a means to whom killed his sister? While trying to be the father his niece deserve but there are dark secrets he isn't aware of, Brie is stuck in a battle of lies and secrets from the man she is supposed to spend forever with her husband James is so deep in his own lies and secrets he's ruining their marriage and doesn't even stop to think how this will all affect her in the end... Will he driver her into the arms of another man?will she forgive and over look everything to get her fairy tail ending or will she end it all on her own?
June 2, 2015
Really enjoyed this. A great group of characters. Very refreshing storyline. I like having a character I love to hate. In James I had just that. I really, really didn't like him at all. The beautiful Brie was completely wasted on him. She is fragile but beautiful, I really hope she gets her mojo back in book two.
The ending stayed me!!! poor Brie. I am really hoping Mason is the one to out her back together. I enjoyed the storyline with Lily and hated Lisa almost as much as James!!!
I an wondering who pyjamas is protecting, I suspect it's his mother???? I also want to know more about Mason's ex. Who was she and where did her dream job take her??? I wonder if this storyline will feature more in the next book???
So many unanswered questions!?? I cannot wait for the next book!!!
The ending stayed me!!! poor Brie. I am really hoping Mason is the one to out her back together. I enjoyed the storyline with Lily and hated Lisa almost as much as James!!!
I an wondering who pyjamas is protecting, I suspect it's his mother???? I also want to know more about Mason's ex. Who was she and where did her dream job take her??? I wonder if this storyline will feature more in the next book???
So many unanswered questions!?? I cannot wait for the next book!!!
April 9, 2015
I really enjoyed this story. It was very well written.
I am a huge fan of Mason. I sure wish there was more of him in the book. Brie I felt like I understand her character. I wanted to not like her, but I really felt bad for her. James. What can I say about him. I didn't like him at all. Arrogant, rich, above the law. I'm glad towards the end he was getting what he deserved. I really hope there will be a second book because I need to know how everything ends up.
I am a huge fan of Mason. I sure wish there was more of him in the book. Brie I felt like I understand her character. I wanted to not like her, but I really felt bad for her. James. What can I say about him. I didn't like him at all. Arrogant, rich, above the law. I'm glad towards the end he was getting what he deserved. I really hope there will be a second book because I need to know how everything ends up.
July 11, 2015
Love is Louder is the first book I have read from Antoinette Candela, and I am impressed! Antoinette brings us a story of love and compassion. Of tangled webs and sacrifice. Of family and romantic loyalty, and of strength and weakness. I enjoyed reading the story of James and Brie and how their lives intersected with the past unbeknownst to each other. I was left with a lot of questions and am looking forward to reading the next intallment in the Love Is Louder series to get some answers!
May 15, 2015
*An ARC was provided in exchange of an honest review*
I definitely enjoyed this read! A story is told and it is not your usual love is grand, kind of book. You get to see what also comes along with love when person opens their heart to another. There's pain, sadness, depression, hurt that mixes in with all the joy, happiness, and giddiness. I could not stop reading! It was so relatable!
I definitely enjoyed this read! A story is told and it is not your usual love is grand, kind of book. You get to see what also comes along with love when person opens their heart to another. There's pain, sadness, depression, hurt that mixes in with all the joy, happiness, and giddiness. I could not stop reading! It was so relatable!
December 28, 2017
1 star
Here goes my review, the summary of the book is what got me attached, but then when I read the book I would like to apologize to myself for wasting my time...
First of all this book has A very strong plot but unfortunately the author had a weak way to portraying the story, I mean the books is soooooo slow, there’s a lot of pages but not much action happening, the characters are the worst ever, and everyone is flat in the book, the heroine is so boring and doesn’t have a backbone, she literally does t stand up for herself even tho her husband did awful things to her, I honestly regret reading it, and I won’t be competing this series,
By the way what with the fucked up cliffhanger, it made me feel annoyed not excited
1 star for the summary that’s all
Here goes my review, the summary of the book is what got me attached, but then when I read the book I would like to apologize to myself for wasting my time...
First of all this book has A very strong plot but unfortunately the author had a weak way to portraying the story, I mean the books is soooooo slow, there’s a lot of pages but not much action happening, the characters are the worst ever, and everyone is flat in the book, the heroine is so boring and doesn’t have a backbone, she literally does t stand up for herself even tho her husband did awful things to her, I honestly regret reading it, and I won’t be competing this series,
By the way what with the fucked up cliffhanger, it made me feel annoyed not excited
1 star for the summary that’s all
September 22, 2025
frustrating
I wish I had known that this book was written ten years ago, ends on a cliffhanger, and no sequel has been written before I committed hours to reading it.
I wish I had known that this book was written ten years ago, ends on a cliffhanger, and no sequel has been written before I committed hours to reading it.
June 29, 2015
✯✯4 Crazy Twisted Stars!!✯✯
Wow!! This book was not was what I was expecting. I was expecting a loveless, miserable marriage. One of the married characters start a hot, sexy affair. NOPE !! There was a problem marriage. But, everything that came after was not what I was expecting.
James and Brie are getting ready to celebrate their 4th wedding anniversary. And, they are not still in the honeymoon phase anymore. They recently moved back to James hometown when he got the job as the new District Attorney. James is under a lot of pressure with this new job. James's mother does not make things easy either. He's got this woman he works with throwing herself at him every chance she gets. James is spending more and more time at the office and drinks after with his colleagues then spending time at home with his wife.
Brie is in love with her husband. She opened her own photography studio that has done so good. Brie is booked at work with people wanting her to expand from doing baby pictures, engagement stuff like that to going and doing their weddings. Brie spends most nights alone in a big house with her husbands dinner sitting there waiting for him. She is lonely and afraid her husband is keeping things from her. Brie took up yoga to help her with her stress.
Mason. Oh Mason. On the outside he looks like he has it all. Him and his brother own and run three very successful businesses. He's a walking wet dream and doesn't have to worry about going to bed alone if he didn't want too. But, Mason is broken. Four years ago his sister Meadow was walking home and the night ended terribly. A hit-in-run. Meadow didn't make it but the doctors were able to save her unborn daughter. Four years later they have no answers to what/why happened. Mason and his family will never give up looking for answers of why this happened. His niece is the love of his life. Mason will do whatever he can to protect her, make her smile and love her.
These three are connected by so many different angles. James and Mason went to school together. Mason made it clear he knew James was a man whore and he was to stay away from his sister. Mason meets Brie to fix her washer and the sparks fly instantly between these 2. Brie will never cheat on her husband. Mason stays far far away from married women.
Every time Mason and Brie turn around they are bumping into each other. When James runs into Mason and is caught red-handed doing James things. He's thrown for a loop when he finds out Mason and Brie know each other and have become friends. James tries to be a better husband. But, is it too late? Meadow's case is being reopened and somehow James finds himself right smack in the middle of it. Brie can not handle any of it.
You must must read this!! It's seriously unlike any love triangle I've ever read. It has a lot of mystery and suspense in it. Whenever I thought I knew what was coming next or who did what. Yup..I was sitting there with my mouth wide open catching flies.Antoinette did a beautiful job making you go from loving someone to either feeling sorry for them, or hating them and sometimes wanting to shake and strangle them. All at the same time!! Even the secondary characters were very important. They supported the right people. Mason brother and Brie best friend I'd love to get into their heads. Antoinette needs to hurry up with the next book. When I finished with that cliffhanger my kindle almost went threw the wall. There's still so many unanswered and unasked questions that must be either asked or answered. I am waiting anxiously for the next part of Mason/Brie/James story...
Wow!! This book was not was what I was expecting. I was expecting a loveless, miserable marriage. One of the married characters start a hot, sexy affair. NOPE !! There was a problem marriage. But, everything that came after was not what I was expecting.
James and Brie are getting ready to celebrate their 4th wedding anniversary. And, they are not still in the honeymoon phase anymore. They recently moved back to James hometown when he got the job as the new District Attorney. James is under a lot of pressure with this new job. James's mother does not make things easy either. He's got this woman he works with throwing herself at him every chance she gets. James is spending more and more time at the office and drinks after with his colleagues then spending time at home with his wife.
Brie is in love with her husband. She opened her own photography studio that has done so good. Brie is booked at work with people wanting her to expand from doing baby pictures, engagement stuff like that to going and doing their weddings. Brie spends most nights alone in a big house with her husbands dinner sitting there waiting for him. She is lonely and afraid her husband is keeping things from her. Brie took up yoga to help her with her stress.
Mason. Oh Mason. On the outside he looks like he has it all. Him and his brother own and run three very successful businesses. He's a walking wet dream and doesn't have to worry about going to bed alone if he didn't want too. But, Mason is broken. Four years ago his sister Meadow was walking home and the night ended terribly. A hit-in-run. Meadow didn't make it but the doctors were able to save her unborn daughter. Four years later they have no answers to what/why happened. Mason and his family will never give up looking for answers of why this happened. His niece is the love of his life. Mason will do whatever he can to protect her, make her smile and love her.
These three are connected by so many different angles. James and Mason went to school together. Mason made it clear he knew James was a man whore and he was to stay away from his sister. Mason meets Brie to fix her washer and the sparks fly instantly between these 2. Brie will never cheat on her husband. Mason stays far far away from married women.
Every time Mason and Brie turn around they are bumping into each other. When James runs into Mason and is caught red-handed doing James things. He's thrown for a loop when he finds out Mason and Brie know each other and have become friends. James tries to be a better husband. But, is it too late? Meadow's case is being reopened and somehow James finds himself right smack in the middle of it. Brie can not handle any of it.
You must must read this!! It's seriously unlike any love triangle I've ever read. It has a lot of mystery and suspense in it. Whenever I thought I knew what was coming next or who did what. Yup..I was sitting there with my mouth wide open catching flies.Antoinette did a beautiful job making you go from loving someone to either feeling sorry for them, or hating them and sometimes wanting to shake and strangle them. All at the same time!! Even the secondary characters were very important. They supported the right people. Mason brother and Brie best friend I'd love to get into their heads. Antoinette needs to hurry up with the next book. When I finished with that cliffhanger my kindle almost went threw the wall. There's still so many unanswered and unasked questions that must be either asked or answered. I am waiting anxiously for the next part of Mason/Brie/James story...
August 11, 2015
This is the first book I read by Antoinette Candela and it won’t be the last. By looking at the cover you think it’s going to be about a love triangle. However it’s not. It’s more than that. Antoinette wrote a book to me that felt like real life characters. What she wrote about could happen in real life. That’s why I liked it so much. I like reading a book that you can relate to that it could happen in real life. Maybe not to you but to someone. I liked how each chapter was narrated by the different characters. It was different but it worked in this story.
The characters that you’ll meet are:
Mason, a gorgeous caring man (who is one of my favorite characters in this story). Micah who is Mason’s brother. Dana is a friend of Mason’s. Meadow is Micah and Mason’s sister. Lily (another favorite character of mine) who is Micah and Mason’s niece. Brie (another favorite character of mine) who is married to James. James I would just like to hit. (He is not a favorite character but he is a main one in the story) Ava is a friend of Brie’s. Lisa works with James.
All the characters that I mentioned above work very well in this story. They all belong. I don’t like to go in to detail because I don’t want to spoil it. If the blurb and what I’m typing out interests you to read it then go for it! To me Love is Louder ends in a cliffhanger so I can’t wait to find out what happens!
While reading Love is Louder, I smiled, wanted to reach inside my kindle to hit a few characters, and I also had a frown. To me all the emotions in this book made it realistic and there was never a dull, boring moment.
Some quotes/parts of the story I liked:
“I miss you every day, Do Re Mi,” I whisper with a smile on my face.
“You were a very stunning bride,” he says, his eyes softening as he gazes at me. “And your husband is one lucky man.”
“I just want to point out that I don’t usually take service calls. My brother, Micah, who was supposed to take this call, got sick this morning from a rough weekend, so I had to make this run. I hope you’re not disappointed.”
My favorite part of the story: “It was a birthday gift. A solid gold band engraved with a quote she made up. Love is Louder. That’s what she thought of the music we all played together and what she thought of her relationship with Micah and me. When Lily got older, I had planned to pass the ring down to her.”
Plot-5/5
Heat-4/5
Writing style-4/5
Overall rating- 4.5/5
I was kindly given a copy in exchange for an honest review
The characters that you’ll meet are:
Mason, a gorgeous caring man (who is one of my favorite characters in this story). Micah who is Mason’s brother. Dana is a friend of Mason’s. Meadow is Micah and Mason’s sister. Lily (another favorite character of mine) who is Micah and Mason’s niece. Brie (another favorite character of mine) who is married to James. James I would just like to hit. (He is not a favorite character but he is a main one in the story) Ava is a friend of Brie’s. Lisa works with James.
All the characters that I mentioned above work very well in this story. They all belong. I don’t like to go in to detail because I don’t want to spoil it. If the blurb and what I’m typing out interests you to read it then go for it! To me Love is Louder ends in a cliffhanger so I can’t wait to find out what happens!
While reading Love is Louder, I smiled, wanted to reach inside my kindle to hit a few characters, and I also had a frown. To me all the emotions in this book made it realistic and there was never a dull, boring moment.
Some quotes/parts of the story I liked:
“I miss you every day, Do Re Mi,” I whisper with a smile on my face.
“You were a very stunning bride,” he says, his eyes softening as he gazes at me. “And your husband is one lucky man.”
“I just want to point out that I don’t usually take service calls. My brother, Micah, who was supposed to take this call, got sick this morning from a rough weekend, so I had to make this run. I hope you’re not disappointed.”
My favorite part of the story: “It was a birthday gift. A solid gold band engraved with a quote she made up. Love is Louder. That’s what she thought of the music we all played together and what she thought of her relationship with Micah and me. When Lily got older, I had planned to pass the ring down to her.”
Plot-5/5
Heat-4/5
Writing style-4/5
Overall rating- 4.5/5
I was kindly given a copy in exchange for an honest review
June 26, 2015
★★★★★ Not the Typical Love Triangle!
Antoinette Candela has done a great job of sharing how individuals and choices impact not only the direction of their own lives, but the lives of others. This book sets the scene and builds the background for several characters as they work through the bitter reality of life, and the ugliness that can come from secrets, lies, and betrayal. How much should one be willing to fight for their marriage? What happens when someone else enters the picture and helps you see just what you are missing from life? How far should one go to protect another?
Mason Marks and his family have suffered a devastating loss. The death of his sister is a cold case that haunts him daily. Life is routine and structured, as he focuses his time on his businesses and caring for his family. During a service call, Mason meets Brie. Although she is married, he can’t seem to keep Brie out of his mind. Never mind that the fact that she is married to the one man Mason never liked in high school.
Brie is the loving, devoted wife of James Fleming, a successful lawyer turned DA. On the outside, this marriage seems to have it all, but late nights, long hours at work, and lack of communication begin create a divide in the marriage. The loneliness created in the marriage has Brie beginning to question her husband’s commitment to her, and her insecurities have her asking why they can’t seem to agree of the same path for their marriage and family. But can she walk away?
James is feeling pressure. Pressure at work, pressure at home…constant pressure... and secrets that add to the overwhelming stress. He knows his wife is struggling with the marriage. He loves her, and he wants to make thing right, but he just can’t seem to find the right way to fix his marriage. Temptation is around him daily, but making the right choices does not always come easy for James and, in fact, could destroy his family and all he has worked for.
As the lives of these characters begin to intertwine, decisions will be made, lines will be crossed, friendships will be formed, but answer will be left hanging.
Although considered a contemporary romance, this book could also fall under romantic mystery as it centers around a cold-case that will leave the reader asking for more.
Antoinette Candela has done a great job of sharing how individuals and choices impact not only the direction of their own lives, but the lives of others. This book sets the scene and builds the background for several characters as they work through the bitter reality of life, and the ugliness that can come from secrets, lies, and betrayal. How much should one be willing to fight for their marriage? What happens when someone else enters the picture and helps you see just what you are missing from life? How far should one go to protect another?
Mason Marks and his family have suffered a devastating loss. The death of his sister is a cold case that haunts him daily. Life is routine and structured, as he focuses his time on his businesses and caring for his family. During a service call, Mason meets Brie. Although she is married, he can’t seem to keep Brie out of his mind. Never mind that the fact that she is married to the one man Mason never liked in high school.
Brie is the loving, devoted wife of James Fleming, a successful lawyer turned DA. On the outside, this marriage seems to have it all, but late nights, long hours at work, and lack of communication begin create a divide in the marriage. The loneliness created in the marriage has Brie beginning to question her husband’s commitment to her, and her insecurities have her asking why they can’t seem to agree of the same path for their marriage and family. But can she walk away?
James is feeling pressure. Pressure at work, pressure at home…constant pressure... and secrets that add to the overwhelming stress. He knows his wife is struggling with the marriage. He loves her, and he wants to make thing right, but he just can’t seem to find the right way to fix his marriage. Temptation is around him daily, but making the right choices does not always come easy for James and, in fact, could destroy his family and all he has worked for.
As the lives of these characters begin to intertwine, decisions will be made, lines will be crossed, friendships will be formed, but answer will be left hanging.
Although considered a contemporary romance, this book could also fall under romantic mystery as it centers around a cold-case that will leave the reader asking for more.
May 7, 2015
I was excited to hear that Antoinette had a new book out. Love is Louder is different from her previous books but different is not a bad thing. I truly enjoyed the characters, Mason, Brie and even James although I tried really hard not to like him.
Brie and James are newlyweds and should be enjoying each others company but with a demanding job keeping James at work lengthy hours Brie unknowingly starts to look for attention elsewhere. Having a reputation for being a player, James' behavior had me on high alert from the start.
What is a woman to do when her worst fears come true? Do you stand by your man or do you kiss his ass goodbye? I felt for Brie. She loved James with everything she was and for some reason she just wasn't enough. I was mad at James for succumbing to the advances of the other woman so easily. I mean he repeated proclaimed his love for Brie but then poof...his clothes fell off and he didn't give her a second though.
Mason. I wish there would have been more of him and what makes him tick. He has all the fixings to make any woman swoon but we don't get enough history to see why he's so cut off from women....well until Brie. She's like his forbidden fruit, but he puts her needs and their friendship first.
The story focuses mostly on Brie and her relationship with her husband James and her new "friend", Mason. But the underlying story is Mason's sister, Meadow and her untimely death. When the investigation into her unsolved case is reopened it stirs emotions and secrets hidden begin to flutter to the surface.
It appears that there is much more of this story to tell and I for one am willing to tune in to see what the future holds for all of these characters. It appears that their connections run deeper than thought and that chaos will ensue upon all of the lies and deception being revealed. Will Brie and James be able to salvage their relationship? Could Mason be what Brie truly needs? I guess we will have to wait and see.
Brie and James are newlyweds and should be enjoying each others company but with a demanding job keeping James at work lengthy hours Brie unknowingly starts to look for attention elsewhere. Having a reputation for being a player, James' behavior had me on high alert from the start.
What is a woman to do when her worst fears come true? Do you stand by your man or do you kiss his ass goodbye? I felt for Brie. She loved James with everything she was and for some reason she just wasn't enough. I was mad at James for succumbing to the advances of the other woman so easily. I mean he repeated proclaimed his love for Brie but then poof...his clothes fell off and he didn't give her a second though.
Mason. I wish there would have been more of him and what makes him tick. He has all the fixings to make any woman swoon but we don't get enough history to see why he's so cut off from women....well until Brie. She's like his forbidden fruit, but he puts her needs and their friendship first.
The story focuses mostly on Brie and her relationship with her husband James and her new "friend", Mason. But the underlying story is Mason's sister, Meadow and her untimely death. When the investigation into her unsolved case is reopened it stirs emotions and secrets hidden begin to flutter to the surface.
It appears that there is much more of this story to tell and I for one am willing to tune in to see what the future holds for all of these characters. It appears that their connections run deeper than thought and that chaos will ensue upon all of the lies and deception being revealed. Will Brie and James be able to salvage their relationship? Could Mason be what Brie truly needs? I guess we will have to wait and see.
May 7, 2015
"Love is beautiful.
Love is quiet.
Love is ugly....Love is Louder."
Most of us read to escape reality and dive into a fairy tale Happily Ever After book. That is great, but man sometimes I love a good "true to life" love story, one that is not perfect.
Love. Who doesn't love to be in love? We love the high it gives us. Love can be the best feeling in the world or it can crush you because as beautiful as love is...it can be ugly.
I loved that this was not all hearts and flowers and that it went beyond a romance with an underlying "who dun it" making for an entertaining page turner.
Brie. The wife just wanting more. Holding on to a past demons and a secret desire.
James. The husband not getting enough or too much, you decide. He was an ass, but there was a small piece of me that actually felt bad for him...then I just wanted to kick him. He also has some major skeletons going on.
Mason. Needs closure and something beyond friends with benefits. Love him! I wanted more of him.
Add in a feisty BFF, the Mother-In-Law you want to slap and a sexy brother to complete a cast of well-rounded secondary characters.
Worlds collide making secrets come to light and some that are just bubbling to the surface when the book ended, giving me a good case of literary blue balls, but it left me yearning for more. Not the kind that made me want to throw my kindle, but the kind that left me wanting more and knowing I will find out more someday (wink, wink Antoinette) and it is going to be epic because...
"Love is unkind. Love hurts...Love is Louder."
Love is quiet.
Love is ugly....Love is Louder."
Most of us read to escape reality and dive into a fairy tale Happily Ever After book. That is great, but man sometimes I love a good "true to life" love story, one that is not perfect.
Love. Who doesn't love to be in love? We love the high it gives us. Love can be the best feeling in the world or it can crush you because as beautiful as love is...it can be ugly.
I loved that this was not all hearts and flowers and that it went beyond a romance with an underlying "who dun it" making for an entertaining page turner.
Brie. The wife just wanting more. Holding on to a past demons and a secret desire.
James. The husband not getting enough or too much, you decide. He was an ass, but there was a small piece of me that actually felt bad for him...then I just wanted to kick him. He also has some major skeletons going on.
Mason. Needs closure and something beyond friends with benefits. Love him! I wanted more of him.
Add in a feisty BFF, the Mother-In-Law you want to slap and a sexy brother to complete a cast of well-rounded secondary characters.
Worlds collide making secrets come to light and some that are just bubbling to the surface when the book ended, giving me a good case of literary blue balls, but it left me yearning for more. Not the kind that made me want to throw my kindle, but the kind that left me wanting more and knowing I will find out more someday (wink, wink Antoinette) and it is going to be epic because...
"Love is unkind. Love hurts...Love is Louder."
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