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Burnt Ashes #1.5
Snow Flakes
Before Burnt Ashes there was a young group of friends hungry for success.
Mackayla Smith wants nothing more than a happy family Christmas, but when your family is a group of antisocial, womanising boys… how much can she really expect?
Egos will be bruised this holiday, promises will be made, and hearts will be broken.
Welcome to a tale of happy holidays… Burnt Ashes style.
(NOVELLA.)
Mackayla Smith wants nothing more than a happy family Christmas, but when your family is a group of antisocial, womanising boys… how much can she really expect?
Egos will be bruised this holiday, promises will be made, and hearts will be broken.
Welcome to a tale of happy holidays… Burnt Ashes style.
(NOVELLA.)
96 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 19, 2014
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K.E. Taylor
5 books163 followers K E Taylor is a romance author with a passion for crafting swoon-worthy stories that tug at the heartstrings. Married for 15 years to her best friend, she’s the proud mother of five children, aged 11 to 22.
Her love for books knows no bounds—if it’s romance, she’s all in! When not immersed in writing or reading, K E Taylor enjoys spending time with her two dogs, Sprig and Honey, both named after fictional characters. Her grand-fur-baby, Feyre, a pampered miniature Weiner, who rules the household with her sassy attitude.
Dedicated to creating unforgettable characters and passionate tales, K E Taylor invites readers to dive into worlds full of love, heartache, and hope.
Her love for books knows no bounds—if it’s romance, she’s all in! When not immersed in writing or reading, K E Taylor enjoys spending time with her two dogs, Sprig and Honey, both named after fictional characters. Her grand-fur-baby, Feyre, a pampered miniature Weiner, who rules the household with her sassy attitude.
Dedicated to creating unforgettable characters and passionate tales, K E Taylor invites readers to dive into worlds full of love, heartache, and hope.
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December 5, 2014
I received a ARC of Snow Flakes... Maybe because I stalked the author until she agreed.
Holy shit, K.E Taylor done it again!
I didn't want this novella to end.
Okay, so we went back to the beginning with Burnt Ashes. Before they got signed, and when they were called Snow Flakes.
Each of the band got their own chapter, some more than others because of the story that was being told.
I think this time around, K.E, wanted to give the other boys more of a voice, and she did just that.
Braden was alive, and it was nice to hear what he was thinking, though it kinda made me really say to know that he's now dead.
Sam, Sam, Sam. :( I felt for him so much in this novella... I really want to know more of his back story. K.E PLEASE do the boys their own novella? Pretty please? I just wanted to jump into the BA world, and take that baseball bat and ... Okay, I won't say anymore. Apart from, BRADEN & TREY! my heroes!
Speaking of Trey... I have a huge soft spot for him. He made me spit out my coffee... He is so freaking funny. I really enjoy his chapters because we just never know what he's going to do or say, it makes it really fun.
This can be read as a standalone, but I'd recommend buying Life After You, book one in the Burnt Ashes series. It's a full length novel, and K.E really knows how to throw a curve ball. I sobbed like a baby.
This should be on everyone's Christmas list. It's fun, somewhat sexy... I think. (Poor Logan! P.S He can search my closet any day.) And just a general feel good novella. Very well written.
Holy shit, K.E Taylor done it again!
I didn't want this novella to end.
Okay, so we went back to the beginning with Burnt Ashes. Before they got signed, and when they were called Snow Flakes.
Each of the band got their own chapter, some more than others because of the story that was being told.
I think this time around, K.E, wanted to give the other boys more of a voice, and she did just that.
Braden was alive, and it was nice to hear what he was thinking, though it kinda made me really say to know that he's now dead.
Sam, Sam, Sam. :( I felt for him so much in this novella... I really want to know more of his back story. K.E PLEASE do the boys their own novella? Pretty please? I just wanted to jump into the BA world, and take that baseball bat and ... Okay, I won't say anymore. Apart from, BRADEN & TREY! my heroes!
Speaking of Trey... I have a huge soft spot for him. He made me spit out my coffee... He is so freaking funny. I really enjoy his chapters because we just never know what he's going to do or say, it makes it really fun.
This can be read as a standalone, but I'd recommend buying Life After You, book one in the Burnt Ashes series. It's a full length novel, and K.E really knows how to throw a curve ball. I sobbed like a baby.
This should be on everyone's Christmas list. It's fun, somewhat sexy... I think. (Poor Logan! P.S He can search my closet any day.) And just a general feel good novella. Very well written.
December 17, 2014
Taking you back to the beginning of Burnt Ashes, welcome to Christmas in Vancouver.
When I found out that K. E. Taylor was planning on writing a Christmas Novella, I was SOOOO dam excited!
Snow Flakes is told in six different POV’s.
Yes six, but don’t let that put you off!
Snow Flakes is told in Chace, Sam, Trey, Braden, Logan & Mac's POV’s. Firstly I love Logan and Kayla (Mac) in the main Burnt Ashes story so it was really nice for them to kind of take a back seat and let the other guys shine. There is just something that I absolutely adore the Burnt Ashes guys. They are cheeky, brilliant, charming and downright dirty.
My favorite POV by far was Sam’s every single one of his chapters left me wanting to read more of him.
I majorly enjoyed everyone’s POV, I was howling with laughter again and again.
As always there was amazing one liners and movie references from the guys. You really do forget that these guys are written by a woman, K. E. Taylor writes these guys spot on so much that I’ve been starting to wonder..
Hmmmm… Maybe it’s
?
It was also nice to get a POV from Braden’s POV as obviously in the main story line he is dead, Snow Flakes takes you back to the beginning before the band was signed and before all the following events transpired.
Another thing that I really loved was actually how pretty the inside of this ebook looked! This novella is totally beautiful from the Snow Flake page dividers to the chapter headers, i never thought a ebook could look so dam pretty!
I so hope she continues to write more Novellas for the guys, and this has me even more excited for Holding Onto You, I NEED more Kayla & Logan, god I think I just need more Burnt Ashes as a whole!! I cannot pin point which scene was my favorite, i just thoroughly enjoyed every part of this book! I don’t want to give anything away. I sped through the book and it left me needed more.
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Hey, erm K. E. Taylor
When I found out that K. E. Taylor was planning on writing a Christmas Novella, I was SOOOO dam excited!
Snow Flakes is told in six different POV’s.
Yes six, but don’t let that put you off!
Snow Flakes is told in Chace, Sam, Trey, Braden, Logan & Mac's POV’s. Firstly I love Logan and Kayla (Mac) in the main Burnt Ashes story so it was really nice for them to kind of take a back seat and let the other guys shine. There is just something that I absolutely adore the Burnt Ashes guys. They are cheeky, brilliant, charming and downright dirty.
My favorite POV by far was Sam’s every single one of his chapters left me wanting to read more of him.
I majorly enjoyed everyone’s POV, I was howling with laughter again and again.
As always there was amazing one liners and movie references from the guys. You really do forget that these guys are written by a woman, K. E. Taylor writes these guys spot on so much that I’ve been starting to wonder..
Hmmmm… Maybe it’s
?
It was also nice to get a POV from Braden’s POV as obviously in the main story line he is dead, Snow Flakes takes you back to the beginning before the band was signed and before all the following events transpired.
Another thing that I really loved was actually how pretty the inside of this ebook looked! This novella is totally beautiful from the Snow Flake page dividers to the chapter headers, i never thought a ebook could look so dam pretty!
I so hope she continues to write more Novellas for the guys, and this has me even more excited for Holding Onto You, I NEED more Kayla & Logan, god I think I just need more Burnt Ashes as a whole!! I cannot pin point which scene was my favorite, i just thoroughly enjoyed every part of this book! I don’t want to give anything away. I sped through the book and it left me needed more.
Hey, erm K. E. Taylor
July 1, 2015
Fast, funny, flirty, sexy, witty, and just the right amount of serious - K.E. Taylor has done it again, and all you'll want to do once you're done with this novella is to pack your bags and go on tour with the band.
Are any of them accepting applications for bffs or girlfriends?
I volunteer, K.E. Taylor, I volunteer!!!
Snow Flakes - A Burnt Ashes Novella - takes us back to the days before the band was as big and successful as in Burnt Ashes. It grants us a closer look at the characters and shows us more of Braden, Mackayla's twin brother, whom we got curious about but unfortunately never really got to meet in the novel, due to his death prior to the happenings of Burnt Ashes. Not only does Snow Flakes however give us a glimpse of the band in its early stages, it also beautifully conveys just how close-knit its members are. They aren't just in a band together, aren't just best buddies... they are so much more than that - they are family that will stick together and up for each other no matter what.
Despite this being "only" a novella, each character gets a chapter (or two), and the reader gets to experience what's unfolding through the respective character's eyes, which add a lot of depth and allows the reader to emotionally connect to every part of the story.
Burnt Ashes and Snow Flakes were really promising reads, and I am sure that Taylor's next novels will be filled with just as much awesomeness, which will most likely have them end up amongst my top reads of the year!
Are any of them accepting applications for bffs or girlfriends?
I volunteer, K.E. Taylor, I volunteer!!!
Snow Flakes - A Burnt Ashes Novella - takes us back to the days before the band was as big and successful as in Burnt Ashes. It grants us a closer look at the characters and shows us more of Braden, Mackayla's twin brother, whom we got curious about but unfortunately never really got to meet in the novel, due to his death prior to the happenings of Burnt Ashes. Not only does Snow Flakes however give us a glimpse of the band in its early stages, it also beautifully conveys just how close-knit its members are. They aren't just in a band together, aren't just best buddies... they are so much more than that - they are family that will stick together and up for each other no matter what.
Despite this being "only" a novella, each character gets a chapter (or two), and the reader gets to experience what's unfolding through the respective character's eyes, which add a lot of depth and allows the reader to emotionally connect to every part of the story.
Burnt Ashes and Snow Flakes were really promising reads, and I am sure that Taylor's next novels will be filled with just as much awesomeness, which will most likely have them end up amongst my top reads of the year!
February 22, 2015
Great Introduction!!
I love this group of dysfunctional misfits.. This is a very quick read... I was lost at first trying to keep up with who was who and which one was narrating the screen, so I found myself going back and re-reading a bit at first, but it all came together. This was a great introduction to these characters you get to learn a little about all them. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the Burnt Ashes Series ..
I love this group of dysfunctional misfits.. This is a very quick read... I was lost at first trying to keep up with who was who and which one was narrating the screen, so I found myself going back and re-reading a bit at first, but it all came together. This was a great introduction to these characters you get to learn a little about all them. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the Burnt Ashes Series ..
April 29, 2015
A really great and insightful novella. Loved reading from all the boys POVs.
February 28, 2016
Was nice reading a little about everyone pre Burnt Ashes book 1 gives you more of an insight of all the characters.
June 3, 2015
Reviewed on behalf of Ladies Living in Bookland
So, this lovely festive novella gives us a brief glimpse at the "Snow Flakes" group members, but most importantly friends and family. At the particularly festive (or not-so-festive) time of year we see the friends coming together, getting s glimpse at their individual stories and where they all come from....
The boys; Logan, Braden, Sam, Trey and Chace are all typical young guys. But all have their hidden depth which I know we will read more about. But they are all hilarious in their own ways.
The girls, Mac/Kayla and Lola are the meaningful ones who stand by the guys and try to regain some normality amongst the chaos..,
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Except:
Maybe I can bring back some of the old good feelings for Christmas, instead of the old bitter and lonely ones that have been plaguing me for the longest time. This year, I have decided I want to focus on my brother and the band.
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But as family gets closer, and people let them down, they all end up where they are meant to be, and that's together. Laughing and joking about it all. But seeing the true meaning of their friendships amongst the holiday antics...
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Excerpt:
He’s right. We are a family. A f****d up one, sure, but we have each other’s backs when it counts. “I think we should also say thanks to Mac and Braden,” I say, raising my beer bottle. The others follow suit. “To Mac and Braden. Braden for opening his home and bringing us stragglers together.”
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A fab short, festive read and I can't wait to read more and see where the few potential matchmakes could go ;)
So, this lovely festive novella gives us a brief glimpse at the "Snow Flakes" group members, but most importantly friends and family. At the particularly festive (or not-so-festive) time of year we see the friends coming together, getting s glimpse at their individual stories and where they all come from....
The boys; Logan, Braden, Sam, Trey and Chace are all typical young guys. But all have their hidden depth which I know we will read more about. But they are all hilarious in their own ways.
The girls, Mac/Kayla and Lola are the meaningful ones who stand by the guys and try to regain some normality amongst the chaos..,
--------
Except:
Maybe I can bring back some of the old good feelings for Christmas, instead of the old bitter and lonely ones that have been plaguing me for the longest time. This year, I have decided I want to focus on my brother and the band.
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But as family gets closer, and people let them down, they all end up where they are meant to be, and that's together. Laughing and joking about it all. But seeing the true meaning of their friendships amongst the holiday antics...
----------
Excerpt:
He’s right. We are a family. A f****d up one, sure, but we have each other’s backs when it counts. “I think we should also say thanks to Mac and Braden,” I say, raising my beer bottle. The others follow suit. “To Mac and Braden. Braden for opening his home and bringing us stragglers together.”
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A fab short, festive read and I can't wait to read more and see where the few potential matchmakes could go ;)
January 6, 2015
Firstly I loved Life After You so much I was unsure how I would feel after reading what Logan was like before, but he didn’t disappoint. Snow Flakes is written before Burnt Ashes were Burnt Ashes, they could have been called anything, but I am glad they went with Burnt Ashes. There story is written from 6 points of view, Chace, Kayla, Braden, Sam, Trey and of course Logan. I thought it would get confusing but it was surprisingly easy to remember who was who. I was totally team Logan after Life After You but also the others didn't have the spotlight so it was nice to get to know them and now I am totally team Sam. He’s the kind of guy that the mothers want to mother and the daughters well.. I will leave that to your imagination. It was also nice to read what Braden was all about as he has already died in Life After You so it was interesting to read what he was like from his point of view and not what we are getting told he was like.
It is written beautifully yet again, I am still surprised that it is written by a woman as only one of the point of views was a female part.
It is written beautifully yet again, I am still surprised that it is written by a woman as only one of the point of views was a female part.
November 22, 2016
Short, sweet, powerful, hilarious. It's everything that I love in a book and more.
This book has popped my cherry in two different ways, the first being that I have never read a book in more than two different point of views... Snow Flakes has six!!! But it totally works! It was genius!
Secondly, I have never read a book by K.E Taylor before and it certainly won't be my last.
What I loved most about this book is that it shows family isn't always blood. It can be dysfunctional, it can be filled with arguments, but it can also be filled with love, respect and friendship.
I would advise you all to read this short, festive read. 5 stars from me!
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This book has popped my cherry in two different ways, the first being that I have never read a book in more than two different point of views... Snow Flakes has six!!! But it totally works! It was genius!
Secondly, I have never read a book by K.E Taylor before and it certainly won't be my last.
What I loved most about this book is that it shows family isn't always blood. It can be dysfunctional, it can be filled with arguments, but it can also be filled with love, respect and friendship.
I would advise you all to read this short, festive read. 5 stars from me!
#2OCCAB
July 11, 2015
After reading LAY, I was so excited to read this and learn more about the characters past. I certainly wasn't disappointed!
I found myself smiling like an idiot for the majority of this book, discovering more about each individual character, in their POV! It was fantastic!
I hate spoilers, but I found myself being saddened occasionally by a particular POV! :'(
But, if a book makes me emotional and tearful, I know it's amazing!
I need more! Pleeeeease! Hehe.
Another 5* read, this author is definitely going places!!
I found myself smiling like an idiot for the majority of this book, discovering more about each individual character, in their POV! It was fantastic!
I hate spoilers, but I found myself being saddened occasionally by a particular POV! :'(
But, if a book makes me emotional and tearful, I know it's amazing!
I need more! Pleeeeease! Hehe.
Another 5* read, this author is definitely going places!!
August 17, 2015
Incredible novella, giving me more that I didn't know I wanted or needed. KE really sets the scene and I love the interactions with the characters and especially loved getting to know a little more of Brayden. Fantastic job and amazing story. I cannot wait for more Burnt Ashes and as soon as book 2 is out I'll be on it (like a car bonnet). Congrats on an amazing story and I expect big things from this author.
December 7, 2014
Ok so k.e. has only gone and ruddy well do e it again!
This is the prequel to life after you, in this novella we see the start of burnt ashes.
Wil we see the rise or fall of logan dale and friends as they Try to make a name for themselves??
Want to know????.......... go on and read this superb piece of writing!
Safe to say now that all the characters hold a place in my heart (next to the freezer with the ice cream!) :)
Hope you all enjoy as much as I did! :)
This is the prequel to life after you, in this novella we see the start of burnt ashes.
Wil we see the rise or fall of logan dale and friends as they Try to make a name for themselves??
Want to know????.......... go on and read this superb piece of writing!
Safe to say now that all the characters hold a place in my heart (next to the freezer with the ice cream!) :)
Hope you all enjoy as much as I did! :)
December 17, 2014
When I heard there was a "prequel" for the novel Life After You, and it was set around Christmas, I was excited. The characters from Burnt Ashes crack me up. This is a light-hearted novella with a lot of laughs along the way. If you've read Life After You, you have GOT to get this one to see what the guys were like before. If you HAVEN'T read Life After You, what are you waiting for? I can't wait to see what Ms. Taylor has in store for the guys next :).
August 1, 2015
Just going to say i haven't read any of this authors books before. Well i don't know where to start except I absolutely loved this book it was a short read but saying that so much was going on in the book a good intro to the next instalment you got to know a little of every character in this series all ready got Life After you waiting on my kindle highly recommend i am giving it 5 shiny gold stars
December 9, 2014
I really enjoyed reading more about the other band members in this novella. The only complaint I have is that it ended too soon, I want more of the boys and Kayla, I don't think I will ever have enough of them.
January 1, 2015
Ok really loved this book :) however I did get a bit confused about the PoV change lol I was half way through when I realised the names are on the snowflakes haha sorry my bad lol but a great read hun well done :) oh and my fave is Logan ;) hehe xx
August 31, 2015
Another well deserved 5 star read from the brilliant K.E. Taylor and i absolutely loved every word of it. A short, quick festive read that leaves you wanting to read more about this group of friends.
Highly recommended to everyone.
Highly recommended to everyone.
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December 5, 2014
Loved it! Poor Logan. Really enjoyed reading from all of the bands pov's.
December 5, 2014
Amazing, very enjoyable. Love the burnt ashes boys so much. Cant wait for more in her series.
February 27, 2015
I loved this novella.
Getting to know the boys of BA was fantastic.
I loved that everyone had their own chapters, and I am so happy that K.E is doing each of the boys their own book.
Getting to know the boys of BA was fantastic.
I loved that everyone had their own chapters, and I am so happy that K.E is doing each of the boys their own book.
June 20, 2015
This was such a wicked read. It was funny & got a lot of laughs from start to finish. Love it all the way through.
January 21, 2020
Somehow I missed this and only now have gotten to read it after reading Life After You a few months back.. I LOVE this series and it was an awesome little glimpse back at how the guys got started. Was so nice to go back to this and actually get to be inside Bradon's head a bit too as he was already gone when I hard first started reading. Will surely be back for the rest of the series as I'll forever be a Burnt Ashes fan ;-)
November 26, 2018
Stumbled across this book while looking for Christmas reads. It was short but just enough to introduce me to a gang of characters I really liked. Seeing it part of a series has me very excited.
September 28, 2016
Couldn't put it down & again didn't want it to end.. Great insight into the individual characters, loved it.
May 10, 2018
Somehow I missed this and only now have gotten to read it after reading Life After You a few months back.. I LOVE this series and it was an awesome little glimpse back at how the guys got started. Was so nice to go back to this and actually get to be inside Bradon's head a bit too as he was already gone when I hard first started reading. Will surely be back for the rest of the series as I'll forever be a Burnt Ashes fan ;-)
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