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Harte #2
Change of Harte
Eva is home. Kind of. She's on American soil and that's a start, at least. But nothing about her life outside Dublin feels familiar anymore. Facing the past is a more difficult than Eva anticipated and more dangerous than she could possibly imagine.
When Julian discovers the man who almost destroyed Eva is attempting to push his way back into her life Julian knows letting Eva go was the biggest mistake he ever made. Julian will have to face his own demons when he leaves Dublin and saving Eva will expose the secrets behind his games; secrets that could leave her hating him forever.
Round Two. Game on.
When Julian discovers the man who almost destroyed Eva is attempting to push his way back into her life Julian knows letting Eva go was the biggest mistake he ever made. Julian will have to face his own demons when he leaves Dublin and saving Eva will expose the secrets behind his games; secrets that could leave her hating him forever.
Round Two. Game on.
259 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 20, 2015
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November 30, 2014
4.5.....getting jiggy with it and still holding my breath......stars.
Yet again I find myself finishing a Brooke Harris book and realising I didn't put up a single status update because I was so engrossed in it that I just didn't want to stop reading.
If you've never tried this author before then Id highly highly recommend. I really love Brookes writing style and the two books I've now read of hers have very quickly pulled me in. They have become those books that you take to loo with you because you can't miss a single page, they've become one of those books that you stay up far too late to finish because you just need to know what's going to hapoen. This series (and yes it's a continuing series so you need to read book 1 first) has gripped me as a reader from book 1 and this second book certainly does not disappoint.
This instalment follows on the love/lust story of Eva and the highly mysterious alpha Julian (who also happens to be Irish and I'm a Brit girl who is sucker for an Irish accent.....pun intended), it's jammed packed with....... action, (yes there's blood, sweat and tears and other bodily fluids)........ mystery (yes there's a few "WTF" and "OMG" moments,....and last but not least some good old Romance......(well I say romance more like rough, animalistic, hot, sweaty, highly descriptive erotic sex scenes (yes ladies and gents this one gets you HOT all over).
And that's why its a 4.5 from me because it has a gripping storyline, words that flow, characters that's intrigue (and also bloody frustrate at times) and a finale that has me WTFing........
Yet again I find myself finishing a Brooke Harris book and realising I didn't put up a single status update because I was so engrossed in it that I just didn't want to stop reading.
If you've never tried this author before then Id highly highly recommend. I really love Brookes writing style and the two books I've now read of hers have very quickly pulled me in. They have become those books that you take to loo with you because you can't miss a single page, they've become one of those books that you stay up far too late to finish because you just need to know what's going to hapoen. This series (and yes it's a continuing series so you need to read book 1 first) has gripped me as a reader from book 1 and this second book certainly does not disappoint.
This instalment follows on the love/lust story of Eva and the highly mysterious alpha Julian (who also happens to be Irish and I'm a Brit girl who is sucker for an Irish accent.....pun intended), it's jammed packed with....... action, (yes there's blood, sweat and tears and other bodily fluids)........ mystery (yes there's a few "WTF" and "OMG" moments,....and last but not least some good old Romance......(well I say romance more like rough, animalistic, hot, sweaty, highly descriptive erotic sex scenes (yes ladies and gents this one gets you HOT all over).
And that's why its a 4.5 from me because it has a gripping storyline, words that flow, characters that's intrigue (and also bloody frustrate at times) and a finale that has me WTFing........
December 12, 2014
I admit to being a gluton for punishment so I came into the 2nd book knowing what I would get. The ending was unexpected. Will I read part 3? No idea, but I will say that this relationship dynamic is seriously frustrating, sad, toxic, and not at all sexy to me. But kudos to the author for drawing the reader in and getting a reaction. This story drives me nuts, and while it isn't my cup of tea, good on the author for capturing me into a world I not only do not understand but do not particularly like. Her characters are unexpected.
March 19, 2015
Lead characters can be annoying...
It irritates me how dumb Eva is at times. No matter what Jullian does, even almost dying for her, the smallest bits of gossip from sources that have proven to be unreliable fill her with doubt and insecurity. She jumps to conclusions based on misinformation and spins herself out of control. At what point do you stop listening to other people and trust what you know???
It irritates me how dumb Eva is at times. No matter what Jullian does, even almost dying for her, the smallest bits of gossip from sources that have proven to be unreliable fill her with doubt and insecurity. She jumps to conclusions based on misinformation and spins herself out of control. At what point do you stop listening to other people and trust what you know???
September 16, 2022
Another confusing chapter to this series. I still haven’t figured this all out. Eva is in New York working and Julian is still fucking around in Dublin. Then he gets a call about some dude in jail and rushes to NY to see him and he’s dying. Turns out to be Eva’s abusive father. They have some sort of connection that we kind of find out about but not really, but Eva doesn’t learn anything until the very end of the book. Then there is her sister and a bunch of crime drama that puts Eva unnecessarily in danger. This is when having 2 POVs is frustrating since we the reader know what’s going on and the other characters fuck it all up and make us mad.
There’s a bombshell at the end, so now I have to finish this series.
There’s a bombshell at the end, so now I have to finish this series.
April 3, 2018
So many surprising, unsuspected twists, I like it!
Still not the best connection with the characters, but we get a better look at Julian's childhood, making him less distant to the reader. There is a lot of attention on how Eva is supposedly broken and damaged due to her childhood abuse and her running away from home, and how Julian is helping her grow stronger/better by playing with her. I don't get this. She has never seemed damaged, shy or emotionally closed up and therefore, in my opinion, didn't need fixing in the first place. It doesn't impact my opinion of the book much, but is something that bothered me already in the first book.
Still not the best connection with the characters, but we get a better look at Julian's childhood, making him less distant to the reader. There is a lot of attention on how Eva is supposedly broken and damaged due to her childhood abuse and her running away from home, and how Julian is helping her grow stronger/better by playing with her. I don't get this. She has never seemed damaged, shy or emotionally closed up and therefore, in my opinion, didn't need fixing in the first place. It doesn't impact my opinion of the book much, but is something that bothered me already in the first book.
March 8, 2018
I read this as Playing Irish. I liked the story and did not know it wasn't a stand-alone. I ordered other two books in series and can't wait to continue the story. Strong characters and changing storyline.
March 10, 2018
I am loving Eva and Julian's story. So many twists and turns to the games. I am looking forward to finding out all the answers to the intriguing questions. Well written and fantastic characters and story line.
October 1, 2017
Great story
I really enjoyed this book. This is a wonderful tale of passion and intellect I highly recommend this book
Fascinating read
I really enjoyed this book. This is a wonderful tale of passion and intellect I highly recommend this book
Fascinating read
October 20, 2017
Good
This but had a lot of crazy twist and turns, but Jillian is good and Eva too.
I rooting for Jillian and Eva
This but had a lot of crazy twist and turns, but Jillian is good and Eva too.
I rooting for Jillian and Eva
January 19, 2024
Enjoyed. 3.5
February 2, 2015
Ahh that ending!!
OH MY GOSH! These books are so good it feels like leaving any detail is an injustice to future readers.
I have quickly fallen in love with Julian... even though I've found myself hoping Eva would slap him a time or two as well. These characters were so easy for me to love. Except for Nathan... there is just something about that guy that I can't stand. I fully expected him to have been in cahoots with the Da Luca's all along. Looking forward to the next installment. Oh and I have to add that I LOVE that Miss Harris actually gives us a full book to enjoy with each installment. She doesn't short change us with a story that takes less than an hour to read. LOVE IT!!
OH MY GOSH! These books are so good it feels like leaving any detail is an injustice to future readers.
I have quickly fallen in love with Julian... even though I've found myself hoping Eva would slap him a time or two as well. These characters were so easy for me to love. Except for Nathan... there is just something about that guy that I can't stand. I fully expected him to have been in cahoots with the Da Luca's all along. Looking forward to the next installment. Oh and I have to add that I LOVE that Miss Harris actually gives us a full book to enjoy with each installment. She doesn't short change us with a story that takes less than an hour to read. LOVE IT!!
February 5, 2015
Was really excited to read this to find out what happens and was sorely disappointed. This book was confusing, and off the wall. The main character Eva was already getting on my last nerve by the end of book 1, halfway through book 2 I wanted to strangle her. I had to keep rereading pages to make sure I didn't miss something or misread something because of the confusing storyline. It seems like the author was just adding stuff to make a 3rd book. The cliffhanger made me think "are you F'g kidding me!!" What else could you possibly do to these people. I am not really excited for book 3 but I want to find out what happens to Julian because he is about the only character who wasn't getting on my nerves by the end of book 2. Uggh
March 5, 2015
I cannot get enough of Julian. That man is a panty dropper for sure! The game, the damn game...who is really playing?
I was a little confused with the development of the story but don't get me wrong. It had been a long while since I read book one. There was so much going on and WOW! Just when you think you got it figured out a small piece of information is dropped that changes everything. Uhh I love this series. I cannot wait for the next installment because damn that cliffhanger at the end made me want to smash my kindle for being done lol.
Again, great read.
I was a little confused with the development of the story but don't get me wrong. It had been a long while since I read book one. There was so much going on and WOW! Just when you think you got it figured out a small piece of information is dropped that changes everything. Uhh I love this series. I cannot wait for the next installment because damn that cliffhanger at the end made me want to smash my kindle for being done lol.
Again, great read.
December 1, 2014
OMG
Didn't see this coming. I couldn't put it down and the next thing I knew, we were at the end waiting to hear if he lives and a WIFE. what is in the letter Anthony was told about just before Julien went into Vertigo. This is a true cliffhanger. So much going on. We learned a lot, but now we need answers. Love it, How soon do we get book 3.?
Didn't see this coming. I couldn't put it down and the next thing I knew, we were at the end waiting to hear if he lives and a WIFE. what is in the letter Anthony was told about just before Julien went into Vertigo. This is a true cliffhanger. So much going on. We learned a lot, but now we need answers. Love it, How soon do we get book 3.?
March 11, 2015
I couldn't wait to read this after the first and I wasn't disappointed. Though I am left in suspense and can't wait for number 3. You're killing me here Brooke!! Again very well written. Lots of things were explained but then that twist?! OMG. I didn't think it could get better but it did. Hurry up already with Queen please! Had to be 5 stars!
February 12, 2015
The continued story was OK. Lacked development in a lot of areas and like the first one needed to be ran through another round of editing. There were quite a few careless spelling errors. I won't be suckered into getting the third installment unless it's free. Too many technical glitches and not enough depth fleshed out.
February 4, 2015
Crazy Confusing
I was hoping for some answers this time around. I was excited to get towards the end and boom! Cliffhanger! I was beginning to think that just maybe Julian's character was capable of redemption. Now, I hate him and I don't like the way the women share. It is sickening. Will I read the next enstallment? Yes! I want my happy ending!
I was hoping for some answers this time around. I was excited to get towards the end and boom! Cliffhanger! I was beginning to think that just maybe Julian's character was capable of redemption. Now, I hate him and I don't like the way the women share. It is sickening. Will I read the next enstallment? Yes! I want my happy ending!
April 30, 2015
Games, passion, hidden agendas, suspense, mystery, love, lust and oh BTW one HOT alpha Irishman by the name of Julian! Throw in a cliffhanger with a curve and I'm sitting on pins and needles waiting for the next round of games to be played!
December 18, 2014
I liked the book and story is good, there is so much angst and mystery, then the cliff hanger. WOW! hang on to your heart. I don't know how much more this girl can go through. She is already stronger than I would ever be able to be. Looking forward to the next book!
February 1, 2015
Good read
While the story was good with all the twist and turns, it has a lot of errors in the grammar department. I would still recommend reading both books and can't wait on the next on. I hope it's soon
While the story was good with all the twist and turns, it has a lot of errors in the grammar department. I would still recommend reading both books and can't wait on the next on. I hope it's soon
February 5, 2015
I loved this book but I can't believe Julian is married to Mia. After all that they have been through. Julian needs to start fessing up some . !!! What a cliffhanger to leave on. Curse you. he he. Please write faster I need more. x
February 15, 2015
Wow!
After reading the 1st book, I couldn't wait to get this one. This book made me fall in love with Julian even more. There is a major cliffhanger and I can't wait for the 3rd book!
After reading the 1st book, I couldn't wait to get this one. This book made me fall in love with Julian even more. There is a major cliffhanger and I can't wait for the 3rd book!
February 21, 2015
OMG
There are so many obstacles that I'm going crazy. Julian better be the man I hope he is or I am going to be missed. I can't out the book down, I only hope the other book is out.
There are so many obstacles that I'm going crazy. Julian better be the man I hope he is or I am going to be missed. I can't out the book down, I only hope the other book is out.
June 16, 2016
As the book progressed, It started to get very frustrating that the cycle was never ending, I get there is the need to have drama, but it got to be too much frustrating with the characters not learning from their experiences and getting in the same cycle over and over again... too much.
July 16, 2015
Amazing book and great story - I wish there was more books.
January 16, 2015
UGH!!! Can you say cliffhanger from hell!!! I'm not even sure what to think but when is the next book coming out I need to find out what is next!!!
December 9, 2014
I loved this book ! The story line with the massive twist at the end has left me hanging !
Can't wait for book 3 to find out what happens next !
Can't wait for book 3 to find out what happens next !
January 30, 2015
Well fuck. That just leaves you hanging, now doesn't it....
January 31, 2015
I need 3rd book NOW!!!
January 1, 2016
OMG no not a cliffhanger I want Harte 3 now !!!
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