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In a Heartbeat
Jace
Alone and with a newborn, my life was about to change. I was in trouble. I had no idea where to start when my new, sexy as hell, neighbor showed up to help me. And thank God she did.
I’ve managed to put my life, and my heart, back together. A fresh start. A new, happy life. At least, that’s what I thought. Until the echoes of the past come back to haunt us.
Maddison
Leaving Philadelphia wasn’t exactly in my plans, but I had to. My life was in danger. But I won’t ever leave someone close to me again.
When I heard desperate cries come from the home next door, my terrified and broken heart lurched at the thought of another innocent life needing my help, and I knocked on his door.
Emily won over my heart as Jace did.
But the past is out to get me, and if we aren't careful, they're going to be in the firing line. Should I walk away to keep my heart safe? Or can love conquer all?
Alone and with a newborn, my life was about to change. I was in trouble. I had no idea where to start when my new, sexy as hell, neighbor showed up to help me. And thank God she did.
I’ve managed to put my life, and my heart, back together. A fresh start. A new, happy life. At least, that’s what I thought. Until the echoes of the past come back to haunt us.
Maddison
Leaving Philadelphia wasn’t exactly in my plans, but I had to. My life was in danger. But I won’t ever leave someone close to me again.
When I heard desperate cries come from the home next door, my terrified and broken heart lurched at the thought of another innocent life needing my help, and I knocked on his door.
Emily won over my heart as Jace did.
But the past is out to get me, and if we aren't careful, they're going to be in the firing line. Should I walk away to keep my heart safe? Or can love conquer all?
- GenresContemporaryFirefighters
248 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 11, 2021
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About the author
Adina D. Grey
41 books267 followersAdina D. Grey is a USA Today and International Bestselling Author. She was born and raised in Italy so it's no surprise she has a huge addiction to coffee, dogs, and books.
Her book addiction and passion for travelling led her into the creative world of words where she writes, blogs, and beta reads. Her writing covers various sub genres and tropes but she's a sucker for a HEA, this is a cliffhanger free zone.
When she's not writing or reading you can find her entertaining her toddler and husband, and enjoying family life.
Her book addiction and passion for travelling led her into the creative world of words where she writes, blogs, and beta reads. Her writing covers various sub genres and tropes but she's a sucker for a HEA, this is a cliffhanger free zone.
When she's not writing or reading you can find her entertaining her toddler and husband, and enjoying family life.
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August 25, 2021
Cute story however it seemed a bit too unrealistic. I realize Maddie is a doctor but she kinda forces herself into their lives and spends tons of money on them immediately. Things seemed too rushed even for love at first sight kinda situations. I definitely liked the characters and the general idea of the story
March 25, 2025
In a Heartbeat è il primo volume della serie "Nanteville 13 Fire Department", sinceramente sono rimasta così colpita da questa storia che non vedo l'ora di leggere il secondo volume.
Protagonista di questa storia è Jace, un vigile del fuoco da poco diventato padre e la cui compagna ha ben pensato di lasciarlo e "abbandonare" la bambina con lui.
Maddison la sua vicina di casa, arrivata a Nanteville dopo l'ennesimo scontro con il suo ex. Lavora come neonatologa nell'ospedale della piccola cittadina e non riesce a farsi indietro quando sente il pianto disperato della piccola Emily.
Tra i due c'è subito una forte intesa che cresce giorno dopo giorno, nonostante le cicatrici emotive che entrambi portano sul cuore.
Non vi dico altro riguardo la trama, vi posso solo dire che è una lettura veramente appassionante, è stato veramente difficile staccare gli occhi dal device.
La storia è narrata dal punto di vista alternato dei protagonisti, che l'autrice ha perfettamente delineato.
Lui è il classico golden boy, un uomo in grado di trasmettere sicurezza nonostante non si reputi all'altezza del ruolo che si appresta a ricoprire.
Maddie è adorabile, una ragazza sempre pronta ad aiutare e a cercare di proteggere la piccola Emily dal suo pesante passato.
Nel romanzo figurano diversi personaggi secondari, tra questi tenete d'occhio il fratello di Jace, Aidan.
Le descrizioni dei luoghi e degli eventi sono particolarmente curate anche se mi sarei aspettata un pizzico di azione in più dopotutto lui è un vigile del fuoco.
Protagonista di questa storia è Jace, un vigile del fuoco da poco diventato padre e la cui compagna ha ben pensato di lasciarlo e "abbandonare" la bambina con lui.
Maddison la sua vicina di casa, arrivata a Nanteville dopo l'ennesimo scontro con il suo ex. Lavora come neonatologa nell'ospedale della piccola cittadina e non riesce a farsi indietro quando sente il pianto disperato della piccola Emily.
Tra i due c'è subito una forte intesa che cresce giorno dopo giorno, nonostante le cicatrici emotive che entrambi portano sul cuore.
Non vi dico altro riguardo la trama, vi posso solo dire che è una lettura veramente appassionante, è stato veramente difficile staccare gli occhi dal device.
La storia è narrata dal punto di vista alternato dei protagonisti, che l'autrice ha perfettamente delineato.
Lui è il classico golden boy, un uomo in grado di trasmettere sicurezza nonostante non si reputi all'altezza del ruolo che si appresta a ricoprire.
Maddie è adorabile, una ragazza sempre pronta ad aiutare e a cercare di proteggere la piccola Emily dal suo pesante passato.
Nel romanzo figurano diversi personaggi secondari, tra questi tenete d'occhio il fratello di Jace, Aidan.
Le descrizioni dei luoghi e degli eventi sono particolarmente curate anche se mi sarei aspettata un pizzico di azione in più dopotutto lui è un vigile del fuoco.
August 8, 2022
Firstly thank you so much for the opportunity to read this ARC.
Here is my review.
I read this within 2 hours as its around 90ish pages so fairly quick to read.
Its a very fast paced book with it only being short but it is very character based and I think that really helps to make the read enjoyable as you quickly fall in love with both Maddie and Jace.
Its a very unique love story, where main characters Maddie and Jace save each other from their previous lives and at just the right time too.
This is the first book I have read by this author but it definitely isnt the last, I am about to check out her other books.
The only 'con' I have, is I noticed some spelling mistakes and misuse of words for example instead of using the word 'said' it was 'say' which to me, the sentence didnt quite sound right as I was reading it. Thats why I have rated this 4 stars.
Here is my review.
I read this within 2 hours as its around 90ish pages so fairly quick to read.
Its a very fast paced book with it only being short but it is very character based and I think that really helps to make the read enjoyable as you quickly fall in love with both Maddie and Jace.
Its a very unique love story, where main characters Maddie and Jace save each other from their previous lives and at just the right time too.
This is the first book I have read by this author but it definitely isnt the last, I am about to check out her other books.
The only 'con' I have, is I noticed some spelling mistakes and misuse of words for example instead of using the word 'said' it was 'say' which to me, the sentence didnt quite sound right as I was reading it. Thats why I have rated this 4 stars.
February 28, 2021
Adina D. Grey, can't stop surprising me. In such a small book, less than 100 pages, she managed to develop a truly fantastic story. The love between Jace and Maddie is beautifully developed so that you too fall in love with the protagonists. Obviously, should I be talking about that pinch of suspense that keep you glued to the end? In a heartbeat is a delicious HEA, and I can't wait to see what happens next.
February 25, 2021
This was my first book by Adina D. Grey and it won't be the last!
I found this book to be very character driven. I loved the connection between Jace and Maddie. They both came from very different paths and I loved how the author detailed this. I felt their connection jumped right up off the page and they made me invested into how their story would develop.
I can't wait to see what the author will do with this series and where she will take this world.
If you are looking for a light, quick read, I recommend this.
Be warned though. These characters will make you fall in love with them fast.
I found this book to be very character driven. I loved the connection between Jace and Maddie. They both came from very different paths and I loved how the author detailed this. I felt their connection jumped right up off the page and they made me invested into how their story would develop.
I can't wait to see what the author will do with this series and where she will take this world.
If you are looking for a light, quick read, I recommend this.
Be warned though. These characters will make you fall in love with them fast.
September 4, 2022
Book Review
In a Heartbeat
A Novella Written By Adina D. Grey
Fiction - Romance
Published 2021
⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
This story is told with dual points of view between the two main characters, Maddison and Jace.
Maddison is a neonatologist who relocates to a small town in New Hampshire to escape an abusive relationship. Jace is a firefighter who lives next door to the duplex Maddison buys when she relocates. Jace has been unlucky in relationships. He is now raising his newborn daughter alone after his girlfriend decides she does not want to be a mother. Luckily for Jace, Maddison is willing to help him out.
This book is a novella so things move quickly.
This book contained many grammatical errors, especially in verb tense. I received an ARC of this book which often do contain some errors. The errors in this book distracted from my enjoyment of the book. I did like the storyline, but because of the many errors, I had to give this book 31/2 stars. I hope corrections were made before a final copy was released.
“We’re ready for a new life, the one I’ve always dreamt about.”
In a Heartbeat
A Novella Written By Adina D. Grey
Fiction - Romance
Published 2021
⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
This story is told with dual points of view between the two main characters, Maddison and Jace.
Maddison is a neonatologist who relocates to a small town in New Hampshire to escape an abusive relationship. Jace is a firefighter who lives next door to the duplex Maddison buys when she relocates. Jace has been unlucky in relationships. He is now raising his newborn daughter alone after his girlfriend decides she does not want to be a mother. Luckily for Jace, Maddison is willing to help him out.
This book is a novella so things move quickly.
This book contained many grammatical errors, especially in verb tense. I received an ARC of this book which often do contain some errors. The errors in this book distracted from my enjoyment of the book. I did like the storyline, but because of the many errors, I had to give this book 31/2 stars. I hope corrections were made before a final copy was released.
“We’re ready for a new life, the one I’ve always dreamt about.”
February 1, 2021
This is the first time I have read this author, but won't be the last. In a Heartbeat is probably the fastest book I have ever read, but it was really good. I loved the back story and the insta-love between Maddison and Jace. Jace has become an instant daddy and his neighbor Maddison comes to help him with the baby. These two hit it off and become close while carrying for Jace's daughter. However, when Maddison's past comes back can Jace save her before it's too late?
February 17, 2021
Wow this is the first book that I have read by this author and its less then 100 pages.
This was a sweet story of Jace and Maddie, they both have rough pasts and how a little girl was able to bring them together. The connection they all have is lovely.
This book would be good for a quick late night read.
This was a sweet story of Jace and Maddie, they both have rough pasts and how a little girl was able to bring them together. The connection they all have is lovely.
This book would be good for a quick late night read.
July 21, 2022
This is the first book I’ve read by this author and it won’t be the last. This is a very sweet short story with some suspense mixed in. Jace saw Maddie and just knew. This book goes over their journey. There was one part at the end I would have loved more clarification/expanded on. But this was a very good book.
July 22, 2022
This is my first book by Adina D. Grey, and it won't be my last. Adina writing makes you fall in love with the character she has written. The story of Jace and Maddie is one you can't help but fall in love with and root for!
February 2, 2021
A very sweet love story. Jace has trouble on his hands with Natalie. Maddie has trouble with an abusive ex. When a little bundle of joy brings them together sparks fly. I highly recommend this amazing book.
February 15, 2021
Jace opens his door to find he is now a single father - says something about his ex but then again that is how our story begins
Madison has had her experiences with bad ex's as well and she isn't looking to form bonds but when she sees Jace needs a helping hand with his new little bundle ...
Some things just can not be ignored
I was a bit surprised at the amount of story this author fits into this novella. Enough to give you a taste and a HEA but not truly enough to get you fully vested.
Actually, a perfect lunchtime or beach read
Madison has had her experiences with bad ex's as well and she isn't looking to form bonds but when she sees Jace needs a helping hand with his new little bundle ...
Some things just can not be ignored
I was a bit surprised at the amount of story this author fits into this novella. Enough to give you a taste and a HEA but not truly enough to get you fully vested.
Actually, a perfect lunchtime or beach read
February 12, 2021
The most unexpected surprises come in the littlest packages. This love story had me hooked from the first few pages.
Jace and Maddie are like watching a perfectly timed slow dance that leaves you mesmerized, warm, and smiling from ear to ear.
Jace and Maddie are like watching a perfectly timed slow dance that leaves you mesmerized, warm, and smiling from ear to ear.
February 14, 2021
A short but explosive read, Maddie had to move it was the only way before her ex killed her and now she was living next door to Jace who seemed to have his hands full with a new baby. Action packed with a dreamy man who falls for a beautiful woman, big yes for me. I voluntarily reviewed this book.
October 22, 2022
Fast novella read! A lot of spicy romance.
Maddison trying to re-do her life after a dangerous relationship and Jace has his own relationship to deal with!
Maddison trying to re-do her life after a dangerous relationship and Jace has his own relationship to deal with!
February 4, 2021
There is a lot packed into this short romance and I enjoyed every minute. Maddie and Jace’s instant connection jumped off the page and you could feel the love between these two. There is heat and drama that makes this story one you don’t want to stop reading. A first read for me by this author but definitely will not be my last.
February 14, 2021
This was beautiful sweet story of two that not sure that they good enough for love. What do you do with all that beautiful smile cuddle cheeks this is a must read
April 19, 2021
Jace and Maddie find each other both going through
A difficult situations in their lives. Jaces fiancé decides she doesn’t want them anymore or their child & leaves Jace. Maddie moves to a new town to get away from an abusive relationship; she purchases house that used to be owned by Jace & is next to his own house. Jace comes home to find a baby on his porch; his baby girl Emily with a note from Natalie; giving up her parental rights. Maddie comes home & hears a baby crying so she goes next door to see if she can help; and a new beginning starts for them all. This is my first book I’ve read by Adina D. Grey & it won’t be my last.
A difficult situations in their lives. Jaces fiancé decides she doesn’t want them anymore or their child & leaves Jace. Maddie moves to a new town to get away from an abusive relationship; she purchases house that used to be owned by Jace & is next to his own house. Jace comes home to find a baby on his porch; his baby girl Emily with a note from Natalie; giving up her parental rights. Maddie comes home & hears a baby crying so she goes next door to see if she can help; and a new beginning starts for them all. This is my first book I’ve read by Adina D. Grey & it won’t be my last.
September 3, 2022
I Insta-love, next door neighbor, single dad
Quick and easy to read.
I looked past some of the errors in the book because it is an ARC copy. Hopefully they were fixed prior to release.
That being said this was short and sweet as a novella should be.
I found the instalove aspect to be a bit unrealistic. A baby was literally dropped on Jace’s doorstep and he’s already falling for the baby expert next door.
But, I was in love when Jace found Maddie and Emily sleeping on the couch together. Jace looking forward to his daughter’s first Christmas and hoping His future children look like Maddie was sweet. The spice between them which was nice.
Overall, I enjoyed this one. If you’re looking for an hour read, pick this one up.
Quick and easy to read.
I looked past some of the errors in the book because it is an ARC copy. Hopefully they were fixed prior to release.
That being said this was short and sweet as a novella should be.
I found the instalove aspect to be a bit unrealistic. A baby was literally dropped on Jace’s doorstep and he’s already falling for the baby expert next door.
But, I was in love when Jace found Maddie and Emily sleeping on the couch together. Jace looking forward to his daughter’s first Christmas and hoping His future children look like Maddie was sweet. The spice between them which was nice.
Overall, I enjoyed this one. If you’re looking for an hour read, pick this one up.
July 20, 2022
This book got me out of a reading slump. I just needed something lighthearted and cute and not only did it deliver but it exceeded my expectations. I will be reading the rest of this authors books when time allowed.
April 16, 2021
This was my first read by this author and certainly won’t be my last. The story of Maddison and Jace will fill your heart with love. Maddison meets Jace when she moves next door to him. Jace is a single father who has no clue how to take care of a baby. Maddison comes to his rescue and sparks fly! These two have definite chemistry! This story may be a quick read but it has suspense, lust and even possibly love! I really enjoyed the interactions between these two as you can tell they belong together. This story is about second chances in life and finding your soulmate. I definitely recommend this delightful story!
February 19, 2021
This was a lovely short read with a satisfying happily ever after. The main characters were relatable and the resolution to the story was satisfying.
August 24, 2022
ARC Review
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This was a quick spicy read. Maddie is escaping an abusive Ex while Jace is struggling at suddenly becoming a single Father after his Ex drops the baby on his doorstep. Luckily Maddie is a neonatologist and pretty much jumps him and gives him a crash course in all things baby.
They inevitably develop feelings for one another and things progress very quickly. Then the Ex’s start making appearances and all Hell breaks loose.
There’s sweetness, spice & drama at every turn in this story.
I finished in just a couple hours so it’s a fast read but filled with drama to keep you entertained.
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Just a few things I wish were done differently:
There were lots of grammatical errors but knowing this was an ARC could explain the lack of editing. There were a couple words used in the spicy scenes that made me cringe but everyone has different tastes for that sort of thing. The story has a lot going on and felt a bit rushed at times with the relationship moving extremely fast but it was still a sweet story it just felt a little too fast for me.
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3/5⭐️⭐️⭐️
2/5🌶🌶
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This was a quick spicy read. Maddie is escaping an abusive Ex while Jace is struggling at suddenly becoming a single Father after his Ex drops the baby on his doorstep. Luckily Maddie is a neonatologist and pretty much jumps him and gives him a crash course in all things baby.
They inevitably develop feelings for one another and things progress very quickly. Then the Ex’s start making appearances and all Hell breaks loose.
There’s sweetness, spice & drama at every turn in this story.
I finished in just a couple hours so it’s a fast read but filled with drama to keep you entertained.
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Just a few things I wish were done differently:
There were lots of grammatical errors but knowing this was an ARC could explain the lack of editing. There were a couple words used in the spicy scenes that made me cringe but everyone has different tastes for that sort of thing. The story has a lot going on and felt a bit rushed at times with the relationship moving extremely fast but it was still a sweet story it just felt a little too fast for me.
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3/5⭐️⭐️⭐️
2/5🌶🌶
December 21, 2024
I got the amazing opportunity to read this as an ARC
and it DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!!
FAST PACED!!
Jace and Emilie are absolutely amazing together and they are each other saving grace from the crap life has thrown at them.
I love the green flags our MMC shows and doesn’t pressure her into anything
I will definitely be on the lookout to see what happens next and will look at what else this author has to offer 💖
and it DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!!
FAST PACED!!
Jace and Emilie are absolutely amazing together and they are each other saving grace from the crap life has thrown at them.
I love the green flags our MMC shows and doesn’t pressure her into anything
I will definitely be on the lookout to see what happens next and will look at what else this author has to offer 💖
April 13, 2021
This was a very quick read for me. I was easily immersed into the pages and in Jace and Maddison's story. A little angst, some scary suspense and sweet love with tantalizing heat.
April 12, 2021
This was a beautifully written sweet story. I am a sucker for a single dad story. I loved Jace and Maddie journey. I love sweet baby Emily too. This is the first book I’ve read from this author. Can’t wait to read more. Their story definitely made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
March 21, 2025
4,5 ⭐️
"𝑴𝒂 𝒍𝒂 𝒑𝒂𝒖𝒓𝒂 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆, ????𝒂 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒈𝒏𝒂 𝒄𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒊 𝒔𝒖𝒔𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒓𝒂 𝒅𝒖𝒃𝒃𝒊 𝒂𝒍𝒍'𝒐𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒐, 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒊𝒍 𝒈𝒐𝒄𝒄𝒊𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒐 𝒅𝒆𝒍 𝒓𝒖𝒃𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒅𝒆 𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒏 𝒉𝒐 𝒂𝒗𝒖𝒕𝒐 𝒊𝒍 𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐 𝒅𝒊 𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒆."
Può l'acquisto di una casa in una piccola cittadina cambiare la vita di due persone ?
Ebbene si... è quello che è successo ai nostri protagonisti Maddison e Jace.
Maddison è una bellissima ragazza, svolge la professione di neonatologa, ma vive con la costante paura, perché vittima di violenza fisica e psicologica da parte dell'ex fidanzato che non si rassegna alla fine della loro storia, continuando a perseguitarla.
Dopo l'ennesima aggressione grazie all'aiuto della sua amica Lorie, decide finalmente di dare una svolta alla sua vita, fuggendo da Philadelphia per trasferirsi in una cittadina tranquilla e sicura: Nanteville.
Ma un giorno i pianti di un bambino provenienti dalla casa accanto, la mettono in allarme decidendo di bussare alla porta del vicino.
Ad aprirgli é Jace, un pompiere e padre single, ritrovatosi improvvisamente a doversi occupare da solo della figlia appena nata, avuta dalla storia con la sua ex.
"𝑴𝒊 𝒑𝒊𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝑱𝒂𝒄𝒆. 𝑴𝒊 𝒇𝒂 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓 𝒃𝒆𝒏𝒆. 𝑩𝒆𝒏𝒆 𝒆 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒛𝒂 𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒆𝒓𝒊. 𝑳𝒂 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒆𝒗𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒛𝒛𝒂 𝒎𝒊 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒑𝒊𝒔𝒄𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒖𝒏'𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒂 𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒖𝒐𝒔𝒂."
Maddison si dimostra subito gentile, comprensiva e disponibile, un angelo venuto dal nulla ,pronta ad aiutarlo in questo percorso per lui nuovo.
"𝑺𝒆𝒊 𝒖𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒍𝒐 𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒔𝒐 𝒏𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒆 𝒗𝒊𝒕𝒆. 𝑸𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒐 𝒉𝒂𝒊 𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒔𝒂𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝒎𝒊𝒂 𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂, 𝒍'𝒉𝒂𝒊 𝒇𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒆 𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂 𝒅𝒆𝒍 𝒎𝒊𝒐 𝒄𝒖𝒐𝒓𝒆."
Inizia così la sua quotidianità in casa loro, sviscerando il suo istinto materno verso questa creatura abbandonata dalla madre per cui inizia da affezionarsi e provare amore.
Ma il sentimento non é rivolto solo alla bambina, bensì anche al padre, così quando credeva che la sua vita non sarebbe cambiata, ritorna nuovamente a vivere.
Ma nel momento in cui tutto sembrava procedere per il verso giusto, circondata da amore e affetto, il passato torna a bussare alle loro porte, mettendo in subbuglio la loro serenità e non solo.
Che dire, non é il primo libro che leggo dell'autrice, ma ad oggi è il mio preferito: l'ho adorato dall'inizio alla fine.
Il doppio pov ci permette di conoscere entrambi i protagonisti e i loro sentimenti.
I personaggi secondari non fanno solo da sfondo, ma hanno un ruolo importante durante tutta la narrazione.
Ho amato entrambi i protagonisti, Maddison che si è fatta carico di Emily come fosse sua; Jace é il golden boy, un ragazzo disposto a tutto per la sua famiglia.
È proprio il concetto di famiglia che ho adorato, trovato in una piccola cittadina in cui tutti sono presenti, amorevoli e disponibili.
"𝑴𝒂𝒅𝒅𝒊𝒆 𝒉𝒂 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒄𝒐𝒔𝒂 𝒅𝒊 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒊𝒄𝒐. 𝑬' 𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒐 𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒐 𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒆 𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆𝒏𝒆 𝒎𝒊 𝒄𝒂𝒑𝒊𝒔𝒄𝒂, 𝒄𝒐𝒏 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒂 𝒇𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒂' 𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒂 𝒂 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒍𝒆 𝒎𝒊𝒆 𝒑𝒂𝒖𝒓𝒆."
L'autrice con la sua scrittura semplice e fluida parla di argomenti importanti come la v1olenza fisica e psicologica, l'abbandono di un figlio e anche di famiglia.
Un genitore non é colui che mette al mondo un figlio, ma colui che se ne prende cura, crescendoloe amandolo.
La parte suspanse e i colpi di scena sono riusciti a tenermi incollata alle pagine.
Una storia di resilienza, in cui l'autrice ci manda un messaggio chiaro, invitandoci sempre a scappare da queste relazioni tossiche e denunciare.
Beh... adesso aspetto la storia di Charlie e Dylan.
Una lettura dolce, con un pò di spicy e adrenalina, il tutto dosato alla perfezione, che vi straconsiglio di leggere.
"𝑶𝒓𝒂 𝒔𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒔𝒂 𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒏𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒂 𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒆𝒅 𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊. 𝑬' 𝒒𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒐-𝒒𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒂 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒂𝒛𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒅𝒊 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒛𝒛𝒂, 𝒅𝒊 𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒏𝒛𝒂. 𝑬' 𝒊𝒍 𝒎𝒐𝒅𝒐 𝒊𝒏 𝒄𝒖𝒊 𝒊𝒍 𝒎𝒊𝒐 𝒄𝒖𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒓𝒂 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒐 𝒍𝒆𝒊 𝒎𝒊 𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒆, 𝒊𝒍 𝒎𝒐𝒅𝒐 𝒊𝒏 𝒄𝒖𝒊 𝒊𝒍 𝒎𝒊𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒓𝒑𝒐 𝒔𝒊 𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒐 𝒍𝒆𝒊 𝒆' 𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒂. 𝑬' 𝒗𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒓 𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒏 𝒖𝒐𝒎𝒐 𝒎𝒊𝒈𝒍𝒊𝒐𝒓𝒆, 𝒖𝒏 𝒑𝒂𝒅𝒓𝒆 𝒎𝒊𝒈𝒍𝒊𝒐𝒓𝒆, 𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒛𝒊𝒆 𝒂 𝒍𝒆𝒊. 𝑬' 𝒊𝒎𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒏 𝒇𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒐 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒆𝒎𝒆 𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒆, 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒖𝒏𝒒𝒖𝒆 𝒔𝒇𝒊𝒅𝒂 𝒅𝒐𝒗𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐 𝒂𝒇𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒆, 𝒍𝒂 𝒂𝒇𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐 𝒇𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒐 𝒂 𝒇𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒐."
"𝑴𝒂 𝒍𝒂 𝒑𝒂𝒖𝒓𝒂 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆, ????𝒂 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒈𝒏𝒂 𝒄𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒊 𝒔𝒖𝒔𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒓𝒂 𝒅𝒖𝒃𝒃𝒊 𝒂𝒍𝒍'𝒐𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒐, 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒊𝒍 𝒈𝒐𝒄𝒄𝒊𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒐 𝒅𝒆𝒍 𝒓𝒖𝒃𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒅𝒆 𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒏 𝒉𝒐 𝒂𝒗𝒖𝒕𝒐 𝒊𝒍 𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐 𝒅𝒊 𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒆."
Può l'acquisto di una casa in una piccola cittadina cambiare la vita di due persone ?
Ebbene si... è quello che è successo ai nostri protagonisti Maddison e Jace.
Maddison è una bellissima ragazza, svolge la professione di neonatologa, ma vive con la costante paura, perché vittima di violenza fisica e psicologica da parte dell'ex fidanzato che non si rassegna alla fine della loro storia, continuando a perseguitarla.
Dopo l'ennesima aggressione grazie all'aiuto della sua amica Lorie, decide finalmente di dare una svolta alla sua vita, fuggendo da Philadelphia per trasferirsi in una cittadina tranquilla e sicura: Nanteville.
Ma un giorno i pianti di un bambino provenienti dalla casa accanto, la mettono in allarme decidendo di bussare alla porta del vicino.
Ad aprirgli é Jace, un pompiere e padre single, ritrovatosi improvvisamente a doversi occupare da solo della figlia appena nata, avuta dalla storia con la sua ex.
"𝑴𝒊 𝒑𝒊𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝑱𝒂𝒄𝒆. 𝑴𝒊 𝒇𝒂 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓 𝒃𝒆𝒏𝒆. 𝑩𝒆𝒏𝒆 𝒆 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒛𝒂 𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒆𝒓𝒊. 𝑳𝒂 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒆𝒗𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒛𝒛𝒂 𝒎𝒊 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒑𝒊𝒔𝒄𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒖𝒏'𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒂 𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒖𝒐𝒔𝒂."
Maddison si dimostra subito gentile, comprensiva e disponibile, un angelo venuto dal nulla ,pronta ad aiutarlo in questo percorso per lui nuovo.
"𝑺𝒆𝒊 𝒖𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒍𝒐 𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒔𝒐 𝒏𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒆 𝒗𝒊𝒕𝒆. 𝑸𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒐 𝒉𝒂𝒊 𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒔𝒂𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝒎𝒊𝒂 𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂, 𝒍'𝒉𝒂𝒊 𝒇𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒆 𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂 𝒅𝒆𝒍 𝒎𝒊𝒐 𝒄𝒖𝒐𝒓𝒆."
Inizia così la sua quotidianità in casa loro, sviscerando il suo istinto materno verso questa creatura abbandonata dalla madre per cui inizia da affezionarsi e provare amore.
Ma il sentimento non é rivolto solo alla bambina, bensì anche al padre, così quando credeva che la sua vita non sarebbe cambiata, ritorna nuovamente a vivere.
Ma nel momento in cui tutto sembrava procedere per il verso giusto, circondata da amore e affetto, il passato torna a bussare alle loro porte, mettendo in subbuglio la loro serenità e non solo.
Che dire, non é il primo libro che leggo dell'autrice, ma ad oggi è il mio preferito: l'ho adorato dall'inizio alla fine.
Il doppio pov ci permette di conoscere entrambi i protagonisti e i loro sentimenti.
I personaggi secondari non fanno solo da sfondo, ma hanno un ruolo importante durante tutta la narrazione.
Ho amato entrambi i protagonisti, Maddison che si è fatta carico di Emily come fosse sua; Jace é il golden boy, un ragazzo disposto a tutto per la sua famiglia.
È proprio il concetto di famiglia che ho adorato, trovato in una piccola cittadina in cui tutti sono presenti, amorevoli e disponibili.
"𝑴𝒂𝒅𝒅𝒊𝒆 𝒉𝒂 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒄𝒐𝒔𝒂 𝒅𝒊 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒊𝒄𝒐. 𝑬' 𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒐 𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒐 𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒆 𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆𝒏𝒆 𝒎𝒊 𝒄𝒂𝒑𝒊𝒔𝒄𝒂, 𝒄𝒐𝒏 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒂 𝒇𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒂' 𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒂 𝒂 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒍𝒆 𝒎𝒊𝒆 𝒑𝒂𝒖𝒓𝒆."
L'autrice con la sua scrittura semplice e fluida parla di argomenti importanti come la v1olenza fisica e psicologica, l'abbandono di un figlio e anche di famiglia.
Un genitore non é colui che mette al mondo un figlio, ma colui che se ne prende cura, crescendoloe amandolo.
La parte suspanse e i colpi di scena sono riusciti a tenermi incollata alle pagine.
Una storia di resilienza, in cui l'autrice ci manda un messaggio chiaro, invitandoci sempre a scappare da queste relazioni tossiche e denunciare.
Beh... adesso aspetto la storia di Charlie e Dylan.
Una lettura dolce, con un pò di spicy e adrenalina, il tutto dosato alla perfezione, che vi straconsiglio di leggere.
"𝑶𝒓𝒂 𝒔𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒔𝒂 𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒏𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒂 𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒆𝒅 𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊. 𝑬' 𝒒𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒐-𝒒𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒂 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒂𝒛𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒅𝒊 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒛𝒛𝒂, 𝒅𝒊 𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒏𝒛𝒂. 𝑬' 𝒊𝒍 𝒎𝒐𝒅𝒐 𝒊𝒏 𝒄𝒖𝒊 𝒊𝒍 𝒎𝒊𝒐 𝒄𝒖𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒓𝒂 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒐 𝒍𝒆𝒊 𝒎𝒊 𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒆, 𝒊𝒍 𝒎𝒐𝒅𝒐 𝒊𝒏 𝒄𝒖𝒊 𝒊𝒍 𝒎𝒊𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒓𝒑𝒐 𝒔𝒊 𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒂 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒐 𝒍𝒆𝒊 𝒆' 𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒂. 𝑬' 𝒗𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒓 𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒏 𝒖𝒐𝒎𝒐 𝒎𝒊𝒈𝒍𝒊𝒐𝒓𝒆, 𝒖𝒏 𝒑𝒂𝒅𝒓𝒆 𝒎𝒊𝒈𝒍𝒊𝒐𝒓𝒆, 𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒛𝒊𝒆 𝒂 𝒍𝒆𝒊. 𝑬' 𝒊𝒎𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒖𝒏 𝒇𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒐 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒆𝒎𝒆 𝒔𝒂𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒆, 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒖𝒏𝒒𝒖𝒆 𝒔𝒇𝒊𝒅𝒂 𝒅𝒐𝒗𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐 𝒂𝒇𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒆, 𝒍𝒂 𝒂𝒇𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐 𝒇𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒐 𝒂 𝒇𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒐."
February 18, 2021
I loved this book! It was short but sweet with a little bit of spice! Jayce and Maddie are two people who have gone through different forms of relationship trouble but end up saving each other in the end. When Jayce’s ex leaves a baby on his door step, how will he get by?
I felt that this book was really fast paced but overall the plot line was great! This book ends with a HEA and is a refreshing read for sure. I thought some of the terminology used in the dialogue was kind of stiff but the emotion that she writes into the plot drew the story together for me
I felt that this book was really fast paced but overall the plot line was great! This book ends with a HEA and is a refreshing read for sure. I thought some of the terminology used in the dialogue was kind of stiff but the emotion that she writes into the plot drew the story together for me
August 13, 2022
This is the first book I have read by Adina!
I received an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!
I really enjoyed the story line and while some of it felt a bit choppy and some of the dialogue felt a bit awkward, I really enjoyed Maddison and Jace’s story.
Sometimes people come into our lives when we least expect it and that’s exactly what has happened for both of them.
Maddison is trying to get over a horrible breakup with an abusive ex, and Jace is still getting over the fact that his pregnant ex no longer wants the family she convinced him she wanted.
When Jace comes home to an unexpected surprise at his doorstep, Maddison steps in to help and what blossoms from there is exactly what they both needed.
I received an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!
I really enjoyed the story line and while some of it felt a bit choppy and some of the dialogue felt a bit awkward, I really enjoyed Maddison and Jace’s story.
Sometimes people come into our lives when we least expect it and that’s exactly what has happened for both of them.
Maddison is trying to get over a horrible breakup with an abusive ex, and Jace is still getting over the fact that his pregnant ex no longer wants the family she convinced him she wanted.
When Jace comes home to an unexpected surprise at his doorstep, Maddison steps in to help and what blossoms from there is exactly what they both needed.
March 14, 2021
There is a lot packed into this short romance and I enjoyed every minute. Maddie and Jace’s instant connection jumped off the page and you could feel the love between these two. There is heat and drama that makes this story one you don’t want to stop reading. A first read for me by this author but definitely will not be my last.
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