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Thunder Mountain Brotherhood #2
Thunderstruck
The lone cowboy
Damon Harrison never gets too involved. A cowboy at heart, Damon has turned his commitment phobia into a livingflipping houses. The only exceptions to that rule? His foster family at Thunder Mountain Ranch. And now those "exceptions" have talked Damon into working on a new project with a carpenter named Phil
Only, "Phil" is a nickname for Philomena Turner. She has a wicked way with carpentry and an even wickeder way of turning Damon's head. And the chemistry is like a lightning bolt of lust. But Phil wants a family and a home, and no hotshot cowboyeven a tantalizingly sexy onewill change that. All she can steal are a few nights of sizzling passion before she has to set this lone cowboy free
Damon Harrison never gets too involved. A cowboy at heart, Damon has turned his commitment phobia into a livingflipping houses. The only exceptions to that rule? His foster family at Thunder Mountain Ranch. And now those "exceptions" have talked Damon into working on a new project with a carpenter named Phil
Only, "Phil" is a nickname for Philomena Turner. She has a wicked way with carpentry and an even wickeder way of turning Damon's head. And the chemistry is like a lightning bolt of lust. But Phil wants a family and a home, and no hotshot cowboyeven a tantalizingly sexy onewill change that. All she can steal are a few nights of sizzling passion before she has to set this lone cowboy free
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published June 16, 2015
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Vicki Lewis Thompson
498 books1,537 followersNew York Times and USA Today bestseller Vicki Lewis Thompson believes love makes the world go around and laughter makes the trip worth taking. The recipient of RWA’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award and the author of more than ninety books, Vicki pioneered a new kind of romance hero with Nerd in Shining Armor. Following the success of her nerd stories, Vicki launched a boisterous paranormal series featuring a matchmaking witch and wizard, an ADD dragon named George, and a black cat inspired by her own precocious feline, Eve.
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April 23, 2022
Loved this story. So sexy. I love reading this author's stories, especially the sex scenes - and there was quite a lot in this book! Perfect. 5☆
April 27, 2015
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Another solid romance in the Thunder Mountain Ranch series. Their HEA was better than the first one, but still not enough. The epilogue was a great set-up for the next book. I was wondering how they were going to get Finn anc Chelsea back to Wyoming.
Another solid romance in the Thunder Mountain Ranch series. Their HEA was better than the first one, but still not enough. The epilogue was a great set-up for the next book. I was wondering how they were going to get Finn anc Chelsea back to Wyoming.
August 2, 2018
solita storia... ma è tropo caldo per leggere cose impegnative!!!
June 16, 2015
Autry's review posted at Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
The second installment in Vicki Lewis Thompson, Thunder Mountain Brotherhood series is a fun; light read that reminds us all of how family comes together in hard times. The effort to save the ranch is still going and most of the family is working hard to make sure the goal is met. While the family works towards saving the ranch, Rosie is working hard to set up Damon with his perfect woman.
Damon has been running though life living in the moment, flipping houses is perfect for him. He can buy a house, fixed it up, and sell it moving on and holding on to nothing. A tall, handsome, gray-eyed Californian who knows his way around power-tools heading home to help save the ranch that saved him; sudden he realizes his heart may still be in cowboy country. His foster mom Rosie has known all along that Damon just needs the right reason to stay and she’s hoping her secret plan will hold the reason.
Phil has worked in the construction industry for a while and has had her share of narrow-minded opinions on females running construction companies. Philomena has made strides in the community, becoming known as the best in construction. A tall, lean, red-haired beauty is the exact person to throw Damon off of his game. Add in the fact that Phil could out build Damon may be the quality that ties up his heart.
Sparks fly as soon as Damon sets his eyes on Phil, each one sizing up the other, it’s only a matter of time until the sheets are on fire. I love the chemistry that Vicki Lewis Thompson builds up between characters, even when focusing on the main couple she is able to give glimpses of past characters and their relationships, it makes the whole novel burst with love. Damon and Phil have set boundaries so there are no hard feelings when Damon leaves. As soon as the clothes go flying so does the boundaries; it’s up the Phil and Damon to figure out which feelings are worth following and which are better left alone. I really enjoyed reading Thunderstruck, the characters were well developed and the plot continued from the first novel flawlessly into this novel. Anyone who likes a light, afternoon read filled with love, hope, large families and cowboys would enjoy Thunderstruck.
Review copy provided for an honest review.
The second installment in Vicki Lewis Thompson, Thunder Mountain Brotherhood series is a fun; light read that reminds us all of how family comes together in hard times. The effort to save the ranch is still going and most of the family is working hard to make sure the goal is met. While the family works towards saving the ranch, Rosie is working hard to set up Damon with his perfect woman.
Damon has been running though life living in the moment, flipping houses is perfect for him. He can buy a house, fixed it up, and sell it moving on and holding on to nothing. A tall, handsome, gray-eyed Californian who knows his way around power-tools heading home to help save the ranch that saved him; sudden he realizes his heart may still be in cowboy country. His foster mom Rosie has known all along that Damon just needs the right reason to stay and she’s hoping her secret plan will hold the reason.
Phil has worked in the construction industry for a while and has had her share of narrow-minded opinions on females running construction companies. Philomena has made strides in the community, becoming known as the best in construction. A tall, lean, red-haired beauty is the exact person to throw Damon off of his game. Add in the fact that Phil could out build Damon may be the quality that ties up his heart.
Sparks fly as soon as Damon sets his eyes on Phil, each one sizing up the other, it’s only a matter of time until the sheets are on fire. I love the chemistry that Vicki Lewis Thompson builds up between characters, even when focusing on the main couple she is able to give glimpses of past characters and their relationships, it makes the whole novel burst with love. Damon and Phil have set boundaries so there are no hard feelings when Damon leaves. As soon as the clothes go flying so does the boundaries; it’s up the Phil and Damon to figure out which feelings are worth following and which are better left alone. I really enjoyed reading Thunderstruck, the characters were well developed and the plot continued from the first novel flawlessly into this novel. Anyone who likes a light, afternoon read filled with love, hope, large families and cowboys would enjoy Thunderstruck.
Review copy provided for an honest review.
May 2, 2015
4 1/2 Stars
Damon likes his simple life flipping houses in LA. However his deep affection and dedication to the people who finally gave him a home as a foster kid, make him go back to Wyoming to help build a cabin in a week. He thinks he is meeting up with a handyman named Phil to help him with the details, however Phil is short for Philomena and she is a handywoman!
I liked Damon a lot in the first book and this book just made it grow. Yes he has some rather old ideas but he is quick to realize his views are antiquated. He is a physical guy and one who doesn't shy away from hard discussions. I loved his honesty. Phil is just a joy of a character. I loved how she busted almost every heroine stereotype. She was funny, confident and I so enjoyed her guts at the end. To me they were one of the best couples Vicki Lewis Thompson has ever written. I can't wait to see them show up in other books!
We did get to see characters from the first book - Cade and Lexi's story. Cade and Lexi played a good role in this story and we get a little update on them as a couple - which pleased me because the ending of their book left me wanting. We also got to meet some other "boys" from the foster days who I anticipate will have books of their own someday.
I enjoyed this immensely and I can't wait for Finn's book next.
I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley and this is my honest review.
Damon likes his simple life flipping houses in LA. However his deep affection and dedication to the people who finally gave him a home as a foster kid, make him go back to Wyoming to help build a cabin in a week. He thinks he is meeting up with a handyman named Phil to help him with the details, however Phil is short for Philomena and she is a handywoman!
I liked Damon a lot in the first book and this book just made it grow. Yes he has some rather old ideas but he is quick to realize his views are antiquated. He is a physical guy and one who doesn't shy away from hard discussions. I loved his honesty. Phil is just a joy of a character. I loved how she busted almost every heroine stereotype. She was funny, confident and I so enjoyed her guts at the end. To me they were one of the best couples Vicki Lewis Thompson has ever written. I can't wait to see them show up in other books!
We did get to see characters from the first book - Cade and Lexi's story. Cade and Lexi played a good role in this story and we get a little update on them as a couple - which pleased me because the ending of their book left me wanting. We also got to meet some other "boys" from the foster days who I anticipate will have books of their own someday.
I enjoyed this immensely and I can't wait for Finn's book next.
I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley and this is my honest review.
May 31, 2020
I loved this book. I liked it a whole lot more than the first book. Damon owns his own construction company he flips houses for a living. He's has one man crew in other words. He grew up on Thunder Mountain foster home with Cade and Finn. He's one of the original Three and this is his book.
Damon has loved the way he runs his life flipping houses and moving from each house that he flips. He doesn't have a permanent resident and each time he turns over the keys to the new house he gets a thrill. You can't stand leave anything dirty or in disorder because of the way he grew up until he was 13. He loves Rosie and Herb and the bond he has with his brothers is great. Finn wasn't in the majority of this book however Cade was and their bond was awesome.
Damon has been talkin to Phil for the last 2 weeks concerning the project of building the new bunk house. However the funny part was that his pre-deposition to people and jumping to a conclusion had him thinking that Phil was a man. However Philomeno went by Phil for short. For the moment that Damon saw her he was lost even though it took him until the end of the book to realize that it's what happened.
They had great chemistry their works good together. Rosie was playing Matchmaker which game and swore at first that his life was perfect the way it was however when he got back into LA the end of this book when he handed over the keys to the house that he just had finished flipping.
He realize that his life was not what he wanted he wanted what he'd had with Philomeno for that whole week during the fourth of July. He loved the house that she redesigned herself he loved her sleigh bed and he loved her. He drew 17 and 1/2 hours just to tell her that he loved her and that he wanted to marry her. It actually shocked him one will you marry me came out of his mouth. I was so glad when she said yes and they were teasing about their 50th and 75th wedding anniversary in the future.
In this book also Cade has to do with coming to terms with needing to talk to the chance family who he's related to is more of a procrastinator especially since he doesn't want to come to them with the hand out of asking for something but Thunder Mountain Academy really needed him to ask Dominique if she would be there for tographer for the calendar that they came up with in this book.
Damon actually had to pressure Cade into doing it. Overall excellent book and I can't wait to read more of these in July. Cade still waiting for Lexie to ask him to marry her. That sucked really but hopefully she get in gear soon at least they together.
Damon has loved the way he runs his life flipping houses and moving from each house that he flips. He doesn't have a permanent resident and each time he turns over the keys to the new house he gets a thrill. You can't stand leave anything dirty or in disorder because of the way he grew up until he was 13. He loves Rosie and Herb and the bond he has with his brothers is great. Finn wasn't in the majority of this book however Cade was and their bond was awesome.
Damon has been talkin to Phil for the last 2 weeks concerning the project of building the new bunk house. However the funny part was that his pre-deposition to people and jumping to a conclusion had him thinking that Phil was a man. However Philomeno went by Phil for short. For the moment that Damon saw her he was lost even though it took him until the end of the book to realize that it's what happened.
They had great chemistry their works good together. Rosie was playing Matchmaker which game and swore at first that his life was perfect the way it was however when he got back into LA the end of this book when he handed over the keys to the house that he just had finished flipping.
He realize that his life was not what he wanted he wanted what he'd had with Philomeno for that whole week during the fourth of July. He loved the house that she redesigned herself he loved her sleigh bed and he loved her. He drew 17 and 1/2 hours just to tell her that he loved her and that he wanted to marry her. It actually shocked him one will you marry me came out of his mouth. I was so glad when she said yes and they were teasing about their 50th and 75th wedding anniversary in the future.
In this book also Cade has to do with coming to terms with needing to talk to the chance family who he's related to is more of a procrastinator especially since he doesn't want to come to them with the hand out of asking for something but Thunder Mountain Academy really needed him to ask Dominique if she would be there for tographer for the calendar that they came up with in this book.
Damon actually had to pressure Cade into doing it. Overall excellent book and I can't wait to read more of these in July. Cade still waiting for Lexie to ask him to marry her. That sucked really but hopefully she get in gear soon at least they together.
December 9, 2019
The Brotherhood sure has some exciting times ahead of them. Damon has certainly walked into the quagmire with his pre conceived notions. But his mother and Lexi set him straight! Well... maybe someone else sets him 'straight'.
Phil is determined to show Damon just how good a contractor can be ~ among other things.
Cute, funny and glorious. Damon didn't know what hit him.
Phil is determined to show Damon just how good a contractor can be ~ among other things.
Cute, funny and glorious. Damon didn't know what hit him.
June 4, 2017
Fun series if you like horses and cowboys.
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Thunder Mountain Brotherhood (Book #2)
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February 3, 2024
Reread. Phil and Damon build a cabin and then build a life together.
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June 20, 2015
Originally Reviewed For: Bodice Rippers, Femme Fatales and Fantasy
Every now and then you run across a really fun series and for some reason for me, it usually has something to do with cowboys. Vicki Lewis Thompson has written an entire world for Harlequin Blaze, that I was disturbingly unaware of. She wrote this awesome series about the Chance family of Wyoming.. but that wasn't enough.. when she was finished telling their stories she discovered an entire new connection. The Thunder Mountan Brotherhood.
This series isn't about a typical family, nope it's about two people who couldn't have a family and proceeded to create their own.. saving countless boys from the foster system. Now they need those boys to come home and help save the ranch..
Thunderstruck is book two in the series and it tells the story of one of the original boys, Damon Harrison.
Damon loves his foster family, he even became blood brothers with two of his foster brothers. They are the ones who stuck by him. Who gave him a chance at normalcy but he can't let anyone else in. He can't even manage to live a stationary life. He flips houses for a living and while that's a rather good income he also lives in the houses as he flips them.. then when he's done, he packs up and moves on. But even Damon knows family, real family comes first so when his foster parents ask him to come build a new cabin for them, he's happy to oblige and fortunately, he has Phil on hand to help him out. What a savior this guy is turning out to be.. *grins*
Philomena "Phil" Turner only child of a construction worker has worked sites as long a she can remember. She's good at her craft and happy to be helping out at Thunder Mountain. Only she's sure she's being set up by the family. If only she wasn't enjoying the emails and texts so much it might not be a bad thing when Damon discovers that "Phil" is really Philomena..
It's fun to watch misconceptions fall. What Ms. Lewis does in Thunderstruck is subtle but very real. She has a female in a decidedly male career and without preaching or aggressive behavior she makes the hero see that yes, women can do a "mans" job. And Damon becomes very adamant in his pride of Phil's work.
That was the easy part, getting Damon to accept love was way harder. He has let his childhood rule him for a very long time, maybe forgetting the unconditional love he received during his teen years.
This is a feel good romance and a sweet story. Take a chance on love this summer and enjoy the book.
Shauni
This review is based on the ARC of Thunderstruck, provided by netgalley
Every now and then you run across a really fun series and for some reason for me, it usually has something to do with cowboys. Vicki Lewis Thompson has written an entire world for Harlequin Blaze, that I was disturbingly unaware of. She wrote this awesome series about the Chance family of Wyoming.. but that wasn't enough.. when she was finished telling their stories she discovered an entire new connection. The Thunder Mountan Brotherhood.
This series isn't about a typical family, nope it's about two people who couldn't have a family and proceeded to create their own.. saving countless boys from the foster system. Now they need those boys to come home and help save the ranch..
Thunderstruck is book two in the series and it tells the story of one of the original boys, Damon Harrison.
Damon loves his foster family, he even became blood brothers with two of his foster brothers. They are the ones who stuck by him. Who gave him a chance at normalcy but he can't let anyone else in. He can't even manage to live a stationary life. He flips houses for a living and while that's a rather good income he also lives in the houses as he flips them.. then when he's done, he packs up and moves on. But even Damon knows family, real family comes first so when his foster parents ask him to come build a new cabin for them, he's happy to oblige and fortunately, he has Phil on hand to help him out. What a savior this guy is turning out to be.. *grins*
Philomena "Phil" Turner only child of a construction worker has worked sites as long a she can remember. She's good at her craft and happy to be helping out at Thunder Mountain. Only she's sure she's being set up by the family. If only she wasn't enjoying the emails and texts so much it might not be a bad thing when Damon discovers that "Phil" is really Philomena..
It's fun to watch misconceptions fall. What Ms. Lewis does in Thunderstruck is subtle but very real. She has a female in a decidedly male career and without preaching or aggressive behavior she makes the hero see that yes, women can do a "mans" job. And Damon becomes very adamant in his pride of Phil's work.
That was the easy part, getting Damon to accept love was way harder. He has let his childhood rule him for a very long time, maybe forgetting the unconditional love he received during his teen years.
This is a feel good romance and a sweet story. Take a chance on love this summer and enjoy the book.
Shauni
This review is based on the ARC of Thunderstruck, provided by netgalley
June 13, 2015
See more of my reviews on my blog Thoughts At One In The Morning.
Upon finishing, my initial reaction:
LOVE TIMES TEN. Oh my goodness, I can't even..... it was just so lovely. I want to read it again.
My Thoughts (full review):
When I step into a story, sometimes it pulls me in so deep that I feel like I'm there. That I want to be there, need to be. I've discovered, with this beauty of a story by Vicki Lewis Thompson, how that really feels. This isn't the first time I've been in this world--I read A Last Chance Christmas which has many of the same characters as Thunderstruck, so it was great to see them again. I love revisiting these places when they hold a special place in my heart, and I love meeting new couples.
Damon and Phil (Philomena is her full name) are working together at Thunder Mountain Ranch on a cabin. When Damon first meets Phil, he thought that she was a man from their communication via email. He's shocked at first, then impressed by her work ethic and skill, and, of course, can't stop his attraction. And she can't stop hers either. They indulge in a little fun at the end of the work day, but they both know that what they have won't last. Damon will be leaving and going back to his life in California flipping houses because it's what he enjoys, and Phil accepts that. But there's no denying the feelings that are developing, and it's only a matter of time before they have to decide what they really want.
Thunderstruck blew me away! I already want to read it again. I felt like I was there, with Damon and Phil, at Thunder Mountain Ranch. It's beautifully told, and the romance is perfection. You can sense the depth of their affections and can see them contain it to protect themselves. I just couldn't get enough and I wanted to stay in their world forever. Since this is a series, there are other books featuring my favorite people at my favorite place. I already know what some of my next reads are going to be already because I must read all the other love stories from the Thunder Mountain Brotherhood series!
My Rating: Exceptional
Upon finishing, my initial reaction:
LOVE TIMES TEN. Oh my goodness, I can't even..... it was just so lovely. I want to read it again.
My Thoughts (full review):
When I step into a story, sometimes it pulls me in so deep that I feel like I'm there. That I want to be there, need to be. I've discovered, with this beauty of a story by Vicki Lewis Thompson, how that really feels. This isn't the first time I've been in this world--I read A Last Chance Christmas which has many of the same characters as Thunderstruck, so it was great to see them again. I love revisiting these places when they hold a special place in my heart, and I love meeting new couples.
Damon and Phil (Philomena is her full name) are working together at Thunder Mountain Ranch on a cabin. When Damon first meets Phil, he thought that she was a man from their communication via email. He's shocked at first, then impressed by her work ethic and skill, and, of course, can't stop his attraction. And she can't stop hers either. They indulge in a little fun at the end of the work day, but they both know that what they have won't last. Damon will be leaving and going back to his life in California flipping houses because it's what he enjoys, and Phil accepts that. But there's no denying the feelings that are developing, and it's only a matter of time before they have to decide what they really want.
Thunderstruck blew me away! I already want to read it again. I felt like I was there, with Damon and Phil, at Thunder Mountain Ranch. It's beautifully told, and the romance is perfection. You can sense the depth of their affections and can see them contain it to protect themselves. I just couldn't get enough and I wanted to stay in their world forever. Since this is a series, there are other books featuring my favorite people at my favorite place. I already know what some of my next reads are going to be already because I must read all the other love stories from the Thunder Mountain Brotherhood series!
My Rating: Exceptional
June 16, 2015
Books, Coffee & Passion
I've been counting the days to read the second book in this series. Vicki Lewis Thompson did a great job in the end of the first book and really piqued my curiosity about Damon and Phil's story.
Damon and Phil are going to work together on a new project that will take place in Thunder Mountain Ranch, so they start exchanging e-mails regarding the project but they only meet in person when Damon returns to the ranch.
Damon has his demons, just like Cade and Finn, so he keeps things simple in his life. He loves his job, he's a loner and a commitment isn't really something he ever wanted or needed.
Phil is a independent, strong and beautiful woman who also loves her job. Due to her choice of career, some men (weak men) are intimidated by her and she hasn't met her match. Until Damon.
Rosie, Damon's foster mom, thinks Phil and Damon are perfect for each other and she's right. As soon as they meet, sparks are flying everywhere. Their relationship started a little too fast but it kind of made sense because they have an explosive chemistry and they bond over their love for their jobs in the construction industry. But there comes a point where Damon has to choose if he needs or wants a commitment with Phil.
I loved both Damon and Phil. I really liked the way they interacted with each other and with all the secondary characters (there's new additions and I'm hoping that some of them might get a book too!). All of them are really special and I think that's what makes this series so perfect! It goes without saying that I can't wait for Finn and Chelsea's book!!!
Thunderstruck can be read as a standalone because there's enough background to dive into the story without reading the first book, but I definitely recommend both books in this series. I'm definitely, irrevocably in love with Thunder Mountain Brotherhood Series.
I've been counting the days to read the second book in this series. Vicki Lewis Thompson did a great job in the end of the first book and really piqued my curiosity about Damon and Phil's story.
Damon and Phil are going to work together on a new project that will take place in Thunder Mountain Ranch, so they start exchanging e-mails regarding the project but they only meet in person when Damon returns to the ranch.
Damon has his demons, just like Cade and Finn, so he keeps things simple in his life. He loves his job, he's a loner and a commitment isn't really something he ever wanted or needed.
Phil is a independent, strong and beautiful woman who also loves her job. Due to her choice of career, some men (weak men) are intimidated by her and she hasn't met her match. Until Damon.
Rosie, Damon's foster mom, thinks Phil and Damon are perfect for each other and she's right. As soon as they meet, sparks are flying everywhere. Their relationship started a little too fast but it kind of made sense because they have an explosive chemistry and they bond over their love for their jobs in the construction industry. But there comes a point where Damon has to choose if he needs or wants a commitment with Phil.
I loved both Damon and Phil. I really liked the way they interacted with each other and with all the secondary characters (there's new additions and I'm hoping that some of them might get a book too!). All of them are really special and I think that's what makes this series so perfect! It goes without saying that I can't wait for Finn and Chelsea's book!!!
Thunderstruck can be read as a standalone because there's enough background to dive into the story without reading the first book, but I definitely recommend both books in this series. I'm definitely, irrevocably in love with Thunder Mountain Brotherhood Series.
July 6, 2015
Enjoyed the characters in this book much more than the first book in the series, and liked there was less relationship drama.
Nice chemistry between Phil(omena) and Damon. It was believable and the sex was 'smokin hot'. Heroine was a great role model for women being successful in a male dominated profession and taking the initiative in their sexual relationship, while still retaining her femininity. Author did good job portraying his respect and attraction for both sides of her, and the intimacy that came with working closely on an intense project.
Both characters felt there was an end date on their relationship so they just decided to enjoy the sex. Had a great organic feel to how their intense feelings developed, as they just allowed themselves to be themselves for the week they were together, because of the expiry date. I liked that they worked so well as a couple, that they both struggled to honour their initial agreement to keep the relationship light
and not have it mean more. Great writing around how their affection slipped through anyway, because that was real and what they felt.
The conflict generated at the end felt like a stereotypical plot device that separated them prematurely. I could not figure out why she would initiate an end to their brief relationship, when they only had another day before he left.
A bit heavy going following their thought processes and eventual choices while separated, but lovely HEA in the end.
Nice chemistry between Phil(omena) and Damon. It was believable and the sex was 'smokin hot'. Heroine was a great role model for women being successful in a male dominated profession and taking the initiative in their sexual relationship, while still retaining her femininity. Author did good job portraying his respect and attraction for both sides of her, and the intimacy that came with working closely on an intense project.
Both characters felt there was an end date on their relationship so they just decided to enjoy the sex. Had a great organic feel to how their intense feelings developed, as they just allowed themselves to be themselves for the week they were together, because of the expiry date. I liked that they worked so well as a couple, that they both struggled to honour their initial agreement to keep the relationship light
and not have it mean more. Great writing around how their affection slipped through anyway, because that was real and what they felt.
The conflict generated at the end felt like a stereotypical plot device that separated them prematurely. I could not figure out why she would initiate an end to their brief relationship, when they only had another day before he left.
A bit heavy going following their thought processes and eventual choices while separated, but lovely HEA in the end.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 22, 2018
I’ll admit it. I’ve been dying to read this novel since the foreshadowing at the end of Midnight Thunder, the 1st novel in the series, but even without that, this was an absolutely fantastic novel. The quick recap of key points in the previous novel is through Damon reminiscing, allowing new readers to enter the series without boring returning readers. Thompson takes off with a flair that kept me on my toes, building a story based on so much more than simple romance. I enjoyed getting a closer look at Thunder Mountain Ranch, all the while enjoying a fantastically heated read.
Phil and Damon were an unlikely yet fantastically compatible couple. The sparks that flew between them definitely made the pages sizzle. At the same time, the genuine caring and bonding was fantastic. The look at Cade & Lexi’s continually developing relationship really tied it all together for me. Sure, I loved seeing & getting to know Damon & Phil, but getting up close with everyone else as well really drew in the big picture.
This series just keeps getting better and better. Once again Thompson had me hooked throughout, creating a wildly romantic and endlessly engaging budding romance that left me dying for more.
Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.
Phil and Damon were an unlikely yet fantastically compatible couple. The sparks that flew between them definitely made the pages sizzle. At the same time, the genuine caring and bonding was fantastic. The look at Cade & Lexi’s continually developing relationship really tied it all together for me. Sure, I loved seeing & getting to know Damon & Phil, but getting up close with everyone else as well really drew in the big picture.
This series just keeps getting better and better. Once again Thompson had me hooked throughout, creating a wildly romantic and endlessly engaging budding romance that left me dying for more.
Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.
April 14, 2016
Totally loved this book. Another one that I couldn't put down. The main characters creat a lot of hear. Watching them work through their own individual issues was extremely entertaining. Can't wait for the next one.
This is book two of the "Thunder Mountain Brotherhood"band is the story of Damon and Phil. Since the group has decided to go ahead and start the Academy there is the need for an additional cabin. Damon is the obvious choice to build it. He is excited to get started but he has things at home to take care of first so he needs someone local to help get things stated. Rosie decides to play matchmaker and gets Phil to help. However, since all the communications happen via email Damon has no idea the Phil is a woman. He has to overcome some stereotypes that a woman can do as good a job as he can. It would be easier if he wasn't so attracted to her. Can they keep their hands off each other ? How will they manage a long distance romance once the project is done and Damon goes home ?
This is book two of the "Thunder Mountain Brotherhood"band is the story of Damon and Phil. Since the group has decided to go ahead and start the Academy there is the need for an additional cabin. Damon is the obvious choice to build it. He is excited to get started but he has things at home to take care of first so he needs someone local to help get things stated. Rosie decides to play matchmaker and gets Phil to help. However, since all the communications happen via email Damon has no idea the Phil is a woman. He has to overcome some stereotypes that a woman can do as good a job as he can. It would be easier if he wasn't so attracted to her. Can they keep their hands off each other ? How will they manage a long distance romance once the project is done and Damon goes home ?
May 16, 2015
The second installment of this trilogy did not disappoint.. in it you are introduced to Phil and Damon. Both are excel at home renovations. So when Damon cannot make it to start the project of building another bunkhouse he takes his mom's advice and lets Phil start on the project. As he communicates with Phil, he finds he like talking shop. However, when he meets Phil in person he is blindsided with the fact that Phil is a girl.
Phil doesn't feel sorry for Damon when he has a hard time accepting her as a partner in the project. But when he expresses that he doesn't know if he can work with her because he is attracted to her, everything changes. As her and Damon find themselves drawn together more and more, this must each try to cope with the feelings that are overwhelming them.
In the end they must decide if their lives can every mesh together. Great story line. Looking forward to the next installment.
Phil doesn't feel sorry for Damon when he has a hard time accepting her as a partner in the project. But when he expresses that he doesn't know if he can work with her because he is attracted to her, everything changes. As her and Damon find themselves drawn together more and more, this must each try to cope with the feelings that are overwhelming them.
In the end they must decide if their lives can every mesh together. Great story line. Looking forward to the next installment.
May 28, 2015
I love this spinoff from Lewis’s previous series. Damon Harrison is one of the foster sons of Thunder Mountain Ranch. He is back to help save the ranch and get more than he expected. Damon is a great character. He thinks he is happy and does not need others. His foster mother is out to prove him wrong.
Philomena Turner goes by Phil and is about to met and help Damon build a log cabin. She is a match for Damon in more ways than one. I what really loved was her strength. She did what was best for her even as it broke her heart. Thank heavens it did not take Damon long to realize alone was not what he really wanted.
This is a fun series with great characters. There is still a lot to do to save the ranch and there are more characters who are connected to the ranch. That means more stories and that makes me very happy.
Philomena Turner goes by Phil and is about to met and help Damon build a log cabin. She is a match for Damon in more ways than one. I what really loved was her strength. She did what was best for her even as it broke her heart. Thank heavens it did not take Damon long to realize alone was not what he really wanted.
This is a fun series with great characters. There is still a lot to do to save the ranch and there are more characters who are connected to the ranch. That means more stories and that makes me very happy.
June 12, 2015
If you are looking for the perfect read for the beach, one that will only take you a couple of hours to read and one that is hot enough to make you jump into the water to cool off, then look no more. You have found it with this book.
The story is a simple one, yet it still is a timeless read; one that is sure to ring all of your romantic chimes. It is about two people who embark on an affair who believe that they can just walk away from each other after two weeks and not feel real pain. The sex is hot and spicy, but the characters are a little one dimensional until you near the end of the book.
The story line is uncomplicated, with the book tending to lean more towards the heat than a plot. You do get the requisite ‘happily ever after’.
A perfect book to spend the day with.
The story is a simple one, yet it still is a timeless read; one that is sure to ring all of your romantic chimes. It is about two people who embark on an affair who believe that they can just walk away from each other after two weeks and not feel real pain. The sex is hot and spicy, but the characters are a little one dimensional until you near the end of the book.
The story line is uncomplicated, with the book tending to lean more towards the heat than a plot. You do get the requisite ‘happily ever after’.
A perfect book to spend the day with.
June 10, 2015
Is book 2 in the Thunder Mountain Brotherhood series. Damon is a former foster boarder and bloodbrother of Cade and Finn,at The Thunder Mountain Ranch. He returns to Wyoming to help build a new dorm for the future Thunder Mountain Ranch Academy. He has to face his prejudices when he works with another carpenter,Phil,a woman. I liked the interplay between Phil and Damon. Damon struggles with permanent relationships. Phil is an independent, self-sufficient young woman who isn't looking for a long term relationship. Vicki writes beautiful love scenes which reflect the caring which develops over their short term affair. I couldn't wait to read how this relationship would end. I'm eagerly awaiting Finn's story. 4 1/2 stars
January 8, 2017
A hot and sexy read. Phil(omena) Turner is a perfect match for Damon Harrison and his foster mother knows it. She sets it up that Damon will not realise that he is going to be working with a female carpenter and it is therefore a double whammy when he meets her; he is thrown off balance by both her looks and her expertise with power tools. The smouldering chemistry between them from the moment they meet is off the charts but he is only there for seven days. He doesn't intend to change his lifestyle for anyone ....... but "Love" has other ideas. Whilst part of a series this can be read as a standalone. Highly recommended, would read more by this author. I particularly like the fact that there is no strong language in this book.
June 14, 2015
I just love these cowboys!! Damon has been out on his own for the last several years, renovating houses and living in California. He doesn't want to settle down and isn't looking for a relationship. Philomena is a contractor herself and is helping Damon's foster parents build a new cabin on thje ranch they are trying to save. Working together sparks an intense affair between the two. Now will they stay together or will Damon's insecurities keep them apart. They have an explosive chemistry and will set your kindle on fire. I look forward to reading Finn's story next.
I was given a copy by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I was given a copy by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
April 24, 2015
I adored this book! I really didn't want it to end. I fell in love with Damon and his sexy grey eyes and his cowboy ways. I liked that Phil was smart and was able to prove herself capable of showing him women can do what a man can do maybe even better. When they first meet you can see the sparks flying and it wasn't even the Fourth of July yet. I loved the plot and the characters. Since this is the first book that I read in the series now I have to read book one! I am excited to go on the journey with each of these cowboys. I also liked that their relationship was more then sex.
April 10, 2016
Thunderstruck (Thundermountain Brotherhood) by Vicki Lewis Thompson is a must read cowboy romance and a fabulous series. It has all the elements of a great Blaze book too- a well written story, lots of passion and intense heat all packed inside a sexy trademark cover!
From the delicious and sexy cover to the very last page this Vicki Lewis Thompson book is a must read! Discover Thunder Mountain Brotherhood and find yourself a cowboy! There are so many on Vicki’s backlist to choose from. I always enjoy reading Vicki’s books.
I received this book from the author for a fair and honest review
From the delicious and sexy cover to the very last page this Vicki Lewis Thompson book is a must read! Discover Thunder Mountain Brotherhood and find yourself a cowboy! There are so many on Vicki’s backlist to choose from. I always enjoy reading Vicki’s books.
I received this book from the author for a fair and honest review
June 6, 2015
3.5 stars
*Received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
I wanted to like this more, I truly did. It's just the connection for me was too instantaneous. She was in love with him within two days. Two days, people. Two. A few emails before meeting face to face does not make up for lost time. Because in the emails he didn't even know she was a female! He thought she was a male. Really too much cheese and too over the top for me. Still rated higher because I love the author.
*Received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
I wanted to like this more, I truly did. It's just the connection for me was too instantaneous. She was in love with him within two days. Two days, people. Two. A few emails before meeting face to face does not make up for lost time. Because in the emails he didn't even know she was a female! He thought she was a male. Really too much cheese and too over the top for me. Still rated higher because I love the author.
May 23, 2015
This romance was muy caliente! Phil and Damon had chemistry for days. I loved their story. I don't think they could have stayed away from each other even if they wanted too.
The brotherhood, the project, the epilogue...I feel like I need to catch up. All I know is that I don't want to miss anything else where this family is concerned!!!
The brotherhood, the project, the epilogue...I feel like I need to catch up. All I know is that I don't want to miss anything else where this family is concerned!!!
August 4, 2015
4.5 Stars
I dropped a half star because I felt like the HEA was rushed (the opposite issue I had with the first book in this series), but I still really enjoyed this book. It was scorching hot, fun, and I loved seeing Cade and Lexi again. I would love for Ty and Brant to get their own books!
I dropped a half star because I felt like the HEA was rushed (the opposite issue I had with the first book in this series), but I still really enjoyed this book. It was scorching hot, fun, and I loved seeing Cade and Lexi again. I would love for Ty and Brant to get their own books!
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August 14, 2017"Thompson continues to do what she does best, tying together strong family values bound by blood and choice, interspersed with the more sizzling aspects of the relationship" (RT Book Reviews, 4 stars).
Miniseries: Thunder Mountain Brotherhood
Miniseries: Thunder Mountain Brotherhood
July 8, 2015
Loved it
I'm loving this series by Vicki Lewis Thompson...Damon and Phil have a great story and I'm crazy about the cowboys of the Thunder Mountain Brotherhood. I'm looking forward to the next book..if you like cowboys and HEA you'll love this book.
I'm loving this series by Vicki Lewis Thompson...Damon and Phil have a great story and I'm crazy about the cowboys of the Thunder Mountain Brotherhood. I'm looking forward to the next book..if you like cowboys and HEA you'll love this book.
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