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Barriers #3
Burning Barriers
Lucy
We were high school prom king and queen.
He moved on. I moved east.
Seven years ago, I left Breckenridge, Colorado, hoping never to return.
All it took was one horrific night not too long ago to change everything.
Now, I’m back in Breckenridge to recover from a recent attack that nearly took my life as well as my best friend’s, and there is one person I hope I don’t run into.
His name is Jake Galloway.
My old boyfriend and my first true love.
I’ve never told anyone about him for fear of my deepest feelings resurfacing.
I’m more afraid of what will happen to me should my path cross with Jake’s again. I know memories of what we once had will hurt me more than anything I’ve recently gone through.
He’ll own my heart and my body all over again.
Jake
She took off running when I confessed I loved her but couldn’t give her the committed relationship she wanted. I needed to live my college years and party it up with lots of girls and booze.
Sex with Lucy Wyatt was an experience in and of itself. I thought I was doing right by moving on from her. I thought there was more out there than just Lucy, even if we burned for each other like a raging wildfire.
I haven’t seen her since the night she took off from my house. Little did I know life would throw me a curveball once I got to college.
I still screw women and drink all night long, but that has to do with the direction my life went seven years ago. It has nothing to do with college, simply because I never made it past my first week once classes began.
I lost Lucy. I lost out on the college experience. And, I lost my father all in the course of a few short months.
Now, Lucy’s back, and I want her more than ever. The minute my eyes trailed on her driving down the street, my desire for her burned more than ever. It’s as though seven years apart never happened. It’s just this time I’m not sure I can have her anymore.
Can old flames still burn? Lucy and Jake are about to find out.
**Mature Audiences Only 18+** Due to violence, language and sexual content.
We were high school prom king and queen.
He moved on. I moved east.
Seven years ago, I left Breckenridge, Colorado, hoping never to return.
All it took was one horrific night not too long ago to change everything.
Now, I’m back in Breckenridge to recover from a recent attack that nearly took my life as well as my best friend’s, and there is one person I hope I don’t run into.
His name is Jake Galloway.
My old boyfriend and my first true love.
I’ve never told anyone about him for fear of my deepest feelings resurfacing.
I’m more afraid of what will happen to me should my path cross with Jake’s again. I know memories of what we once had will hurt me more than anything I’ve recently gone through.
He’ll own my heart and my body all over again.
Jake
She took off running when I confessed I loved her but couldn’t give her the committed relationship she wanted. I needed to live my college years and party it up with lots of girls and booze.
Sex with Lucy Wyatt was an experience in and of itself. I thought I was doing right by moving on from her. I thought there was more out there than just Lucy, even if we burned for each other like a raging wildfire.
I haven’t seen her since the night she took off from my house. Little did I know life would throw me a curveball once I got to college.
I still screw women and drink all night long, but that has to do with the direction my life went seven years ago. It has nothing to do with college, simply because I never made it past my first week once classes began.
I lost Lucy. I lost out on the college experience. And, I lost my father all in the course of a few short months.
Now, Lucy’s back, and I want her more than ever. The minute my eyes trailed on her driving down the street, my desire for her burned more than ever. It’s as though seven years apart never happened. It’s just this time I’m not sure I can have her anymore.
Can old flames still burn? Lucy and Jake are about to find out.
**Mature Audiences Only 18+** Due to violence, language and sexual content.
142 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 28, 2014
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January 30, 2015
This could read as a standalone, but why would you want to do that? This series is fabulous! It just keeps getting better and better and to truly appreciate the characters, you should start from the beginning.
We first meet "Juicy Lucy" in Hidden Barriers, one of Sam’s roommates and Roller Derby teammates. It was hard not to love those Derby girls right away. Lucy and Sam do go through a horrific ordeal, one that almost takes their lives. Lucy decides to go back home to Breckenridge to recover and clear her head. She never thought she would bump in to him so quickly.
Jake Galloway *sigh*, he is something else. I loved him! A cowboy AND a firefighter, what?!?! Can you say swoon? Ok so he is not perfect, but he is pretty damn close! Jake is very up front with admitting his faults by having more than his fair share of notches on his bedpost. One of my favorite giggle out loud quotes; “She’s like all the other girls I slam. Just here for the weekend and gone the next.”
Slam. Ha ha ha classic….sounds like me and my girlies exchanging dirty little secrets.
Jake is also the first one to tell you that even though he drove Lucy away that his body and mind always belonged to her and only her. He just needed to show her that his biggest mistake was letting her go. “Luce, I love you more than my own life. Stay with me, please. Choose me this time.”
You would never know these two were apart for seven years. As soon as they see each other, it is as if time stood still, but could Lucy take a chance on the boy who drove her away? Lucy’s decision was not exactly cut and dry as she toyed with going back to Boston; “Do I stay with the man whom I love more than my own life or head back to the girls who gave me life when I thought I was already dead?”
I just love that there is realness to the characters. They could be your neighbor or your best friend, you truly feel like a part of this group and you cannot beat that there was even some hometown slang, this Boston girl thought that was…wicked. You will enjoy watching the barriers they have up protecting their hearts burn down. I cannot wait for the next book in this entertaining and solid series.
We first meet "Juicy Lucy" in Hidden Barriers, one of Sam’s roommates and Roller Derby teammates. It was hard not to love those Derby girls right away. Lucy and Sam do go through a horrific ordeal, one that almost takes their lives. Lucy decides to go back home to Breckenridge to recover and clear her head. She never thought she would bump in to him so quickly.
Jake Galloway *sigh*, he is something else. I loved him! A cowboy AND a firefighter, what?!?! Can you say swoon? Ok so he is not perfect, but he is pretty damn close! Jake is very up front with admitting his faults by having more than his fair share of notches on his bedpost. One of my favorite giggle out loud quotes; “She’s like all the other girls I slam. Just here for the weekend and gone the next.”
Slam. Ha ha ha classic….sounds like me and my girlies exchanging dirty little secrets.
Jake is also the first one to tell you that even though he drove Lucy away that his body and mind always belonged to her and only her. He just needed to show her that his biggest mistake was letting her go. “Luce, I love you more than my own life. Stay with me, please. Choose me this time.”
You would never know these two were apart for seven years. As soon as they see each other, it is as if time stood still, but could Lucy take a chance on the boy who drove her away? Lucy’s decision was not exactly cut and dry as she toyed with going back to Boston; “Do I stay with the man whom I love more than my own life or head back to the girls who gave me life when I thought I was already dead?”
I just love that there is realness to the characters. They could be your neighbor or your best friend, you truly feel like a part of this group and you cannot beat that there was even some hometown slang, this Boston girl thought that was…wicked. You will enjoy watching the barriers they have up protecting their hearts burn down. I cannot wait for the next book in this entertaining and solid series.
February 3, 2015
I was given a copy of Burning Barriers in exchange for my honest review for the blog tour.
Burning Barriers is a short read but yet still exciting to read. It keeps you hooked wanting more. At the last chapter you will be like oh no she didn't but at the end of the Epilogue you will be going AHHHHHH.....
"they say time heals all wounds, and right now, time with just Lucy and me is absolutely proving that statement"
So this is the story of Lucy and her high school sweetheart Jake who broke her heart. After that Lucy had endless meaningless relationships and the same goes for Jake. Now if you read Hidden Barriers you would know what happened to Lucy. After the "indecent" that's what we will call it - Lucy's parents convinced her to come back home for a few weeks to recover.
"Lucy, I love you more than my own life. Stay with me, please. Choose me this time."
Going back home Lucy new that it is inevitable that she will run in to the one person she doesn't want too. Soon old feeling return and it seems like she and Jake wasn't apart for 7 years at all.
"I guess I'm not your everything. Am I, Jake"
Jake knew that Lucy will return back home to her friends but he never expected her to actually up and leave like the way she did and take him by surprise. Jake is torn apart and doesn't truly know if he should go after her or stay where his mom needs him.
Now don't go getting your panties in a twist. Burning Barriers have a happy ending trust me.....
Burning Barriers is a good to the soul love story that will make you believe when you let your love go it will return back to you.
I give Burning Barriers 4 Burning Stars
Burning Barriers is a short read but yet still exciting to read. It keeps you hooked wanting more. At the last chapter you will be like oh no she didn't but at the end of the Epilogue you will be going AHHHHHH.....
"they say time heals all wounds, and right now, time with just Lucy and me is absolutely proving that statement"
So this is the story of Lucy and her high school sweetheart Jake who broke her heart. After that Lucy had endless meaningless relationships and the same goes for Jake. Now if you read Hidden Barriers you would know what happened to Lucy. After the "indecent" that's what we will call it - Lucy's parents convinced her to come back home for a few weeks to recover.
"Lucy, I love you more than my own life. Stay with me, please. Choose me this time."
Going back home Lucy new that it is inevitable that she will run in to the one person she doesn't want too. Soon old feeling return and it seems like she and Jake wasn't apart for 7 years at all.
"I guess I'm not your everything. Am I, Jake"
Jake knew that Lucy will return back home to her friends but he never expected her to actually up and leave like the way she did and take him by surprise. Jake is torn apart and doesn't truly know if he should go after her or stay where his mom needs him.
Now don't go getting your panties in a twist. Burning Barriers have a happy ending trust me.....
Burning Barriers is a good to the soul love story that will make you believe when you let your love go it will return back to you.
I give Burning Barriers 4 Burning Stars
January 22, 2015
Romance can be defined for many as simple as matters of the heart. For some unknown reason, I love a story that begins with the main character returning to their home town. That is where this story begins. The story is told in a unique way, which I find very appealing, from her point of view and his.
I was unfamiliar with Sara Shirley’s previous novels. Not having read her previous books, I was concerned that I would not be able to fully understand the characters or plot. However, as I turned each page, I found myself not only following the story but truly developing affection for her characters.
Lucy Wyatt, the main character, has returned home to her hometown of Breckenridge, a small picturesque country town. For me, this is the perfect setting for a romance. Lucy is not only beautiful but an independent, thoughtful and complicated young woman. She has returned home determined to reconcile her past and finally move on with her life. Jake Galloway is her past. He is handsome, rugged, romantic and sensitive to her needs. For the reader, the choice seems obvious, but for the young at heart it might not always be the case. Just as it can be in real life, love can be uncertain. You feel the characters internal struggle as they try to move forward. This turmoil is very real for these characters. The author reminds us all that falling in love with the right or wrong person can change your life forever.
My romantic heart wanted these two characters to find that lasting honest all-consuming love that I wish for everyone. Do they succeed in finding their way back to each other? You’ll have the read the book, just as I did, with heart and romanticism.
I was unfamiliar with Sara Shirley’s previous novels. Not having read her previous books, I was concerned that I would not be able to fully understand the characters or plot. However, as I turned each page, I found myself not only following the story but truly developing affection for her characters.
Lucy Wyatt, the main character, has returned home to her hometown of Breckenridge, a small picturesque country town. For me, this is the perfect setting for a romance. Lucy is not only beautiful but an independent, thoughtful and complicated young woman. She has returned home determined to reconcile her past and finally move on with her life. Jake Galloway is her past. He is handsome, rugged, romantic and sensitive to her needs. For the reader, the choice seems obvious, but for the young at heart it might not always be the case. Just as it can be in real life, love can be uncertain. You feel the characters internal struggle as they try to move forward. This turmoil is very real for these characters. The author reminds us all that falling in love with the right or wrong person can change your life forever.
My romantic heart wanted these two characters to find that lasting honest all-consuming love that I wish for everyone. Do they succeed in finding their way back to each other? You’ll have the read the book, just as I did, with heart and romanticism.
January 16, 2016
I was blown away by this book/series. I "purchased" four books (Frozen Barriers, Hidden Barriers, Burning Barriers, and Broken Barriers). The books were all for free so I thought why not. I didn’t anticipate a great read as lately it seems a lot of the "free" reads are smut filled, thrown together and poorly written books. However I have found some good authors by the "free" book.
Boy, I was in for a surprise!!! I wasn't anticipating being blown away with this refreshing read. Each book is a well written and complete story with no cliffhanger – each book is a standalone. It is told from alternating POVs. In my opinion, this made the story so much more complete seeing it from both sides. You get to see and feel what each one is thinking in the same situations. The words seemed to flow effortlessly and it was so easy to feel the emotion of these two people coming off the pages. The characters and scenes are descriptive enough that you feel you are there experiencing it right along with them. The erotica was just the right amount without being over the top. It is not a smut filled romance - it has just the right amount mixed in to compliment the story.
There are plenty of heartbreaking and dark moments with a mix of happiness and fun. Each book plays with your different emotions that will make you angry, laugh, smile, and cry. The way that she wrote each story keeps you connected and not wanting to put the book down. When you get done, you are eager to start the next one.
If you are looking for a great read with the perfect amount of sex mixed in, then you need to read the Barriers series books.
Boy, I was in for a surprise!!! I wasn't anticipating being blown away with this refreshing read. Each book is a well written and complete story with no cliffhanger – each book is a standalone. It is told from alternating POVs. In my opinion, this made the story so much more complete seeing it from both sides. You get to see and feel what each one is thinking in the same situations. The words seemed to flow effortlessly and it was so easy to feel the emotion of these two people coming off the pages. The characters and scenes are descriptive enough that you feel you are there experiencing it right along with them. The erotica was just the right amount without being over the top. It is not a smut filled romance - it has just the right amount mixed in to compliment the story.
There are plenty of heartbreaking and dark moments with a mix of happiness and fun. Each book plays with your different emotions that will make you angry, laugh, smile, and cry. The way that she wrote each story keeps you connected and not wanting to put the book down. When you get done, you are eager to start the next one.
If you are looking for a great read with the perfect amount of sex mixed in, then you need to read the Barriers series books.
January 30, 2015
Seven years later Lucy Wyatt returns to her hometown of Breckenridge, Colorado to recover from a recent encounter that almost took her and her best friend’s life away. Going home means a possible encounter with her first and only true love, Jake Galloway, a man she has never reveal to anyone who he is to her and afraid to admit out loud her true feelings of him.
Although Jake professed his love to Lucy back in high school he did not want to be committed in a relationship and wanted to live a college life with his buddies. Something he has always regretted since she walked away and moved east seven years ago. He catches Lucy driving on familiar streets again and he is determined to prove to her that she is the only one for him.
“It’s as though we’re back where we used to be, and nothing has changed, but yet everything has changed.”
This is the first book I have read from this series and for being a new author on my list; this 4 stars reads did not disappoint. This is a story of two people who never really got over each other regardless of where their life took them. Is it possible for your one true love, your soul mate to still be the one regardless of how things were left off? There were many moments that this book had me thinking and feeling things I least expected and had me questioning the characters actions. Love is not easy especially if it is the one you are meant to be with.
Although Jake professed his love to Lucy back in high school he did not want to be committed in a relationship and wanted to live a college life with his buddies. Something he has always regretted since she walked away and moved east seven years ago. He catches Lucy driving on familiar streets again and he is determined to prove to her that she is the only one for him.
“It’s as though we’re back where we used to be, and nothing has changed, but yet everything has changed.”
This is the first book I have read from this series and for being a new author on my list; this 4 stars reads did not disappoint. This is a story of two people who never really got over each other regardless of where their life took them. Is it possible for your one true love, your soul mate to still be the one regardless of how things were left off? There were many moments that this book had me thinking and feeling things I least expected and had me questioning the characters actions. Love is not easy especially if it is the one you are meant to be with.
January 29, 2015
Well I have to say despite all my connections with the area they lived in in the first two books I think this may be my favorite of them all !! We met Lucy in book 2 and she has been through a world of hurt more than once in her life. Leaving home when her high school boyfriend broke up with her 7 years ago to now heading back home to recover from the horrible encounter with Stone. I am still not over that....WOW
The one person that has kept Lucy away from home all this time ends up being the first person she sees as she rolls into town with her music blasting in her lil car !! Jake may just be what Lucy needs to recover , if he can get past her big sister Ellen !! I truly loved both Lucy and Jake , they have never gotten over each other and now face to face it isn't that hard to admit it. I love the honesty and real emotion they have. They made a lot of mistakes and have no problem owning up to them. How much work will Jake have to put in to get Lucy to stay ? There is a little bit of crazy in this book and I really didn't expect the BIG SCENE , it was heartbreaking but also a great twist I did not see coming. A little bit of suspense at the end there leaving us hanging when the POV shifted , nicely played !! Between the old flames reuniting and the dual POV this book had me from the start !!
The one person that has kept Lucy away from home all this time ends up being the first person she sees as she rolls into town with her music blasting in her lil car !! Jake may just be what Lucy needs to recover , if he can get past her big sister Ellen !! I truly loved both Lucy and Jake , they have never gotten over each other and now face to face it isn't that hard to admit it. I love the honesty and real emotion they have. They made a lot of mistakes and have no problem owning up to them. How much work will Jake have to put in to get Lucy to stay ? There is a little bit of crazy in this book and I really didn't expect the BIG SCENE , it was heartbreaking but also a great twist I did not see coming. A little bit of suspense at the end there leaving us hanging when the POV shifted , nicely played !! Between the old flames reuniting and the dual POV this book had me from the start !!
December 10, 2014
If you haven’t read any of Sara Shirley’s books, what are you waiting for?
I am a huge Sara Shirley fan and absolutely adore the character Lucy Wyatt in Hidden Barriers, the second installment in the Barriers Series. Her fiery temper and quick comebacks left me wanting her story, and Sara Shirley did just that. She knocked Lucy’s story out of the park.
After enduring a horrific near-death experience, which can be read in Hidden Barriers, Lucy moves back home to Breckinridge, Colorado, in order to heal and re-evaluate her priorities. Once she arrives in town, she comes to the realization that her world is about to be totally turned upside-down by way of the one person whom she has fought hard to keep on the backburner but has always found a way to surface in her thoughts.
Jake Galloway is a hard working ranch owner and part-time firefighter. He has used countless women in the past, but there is one woman who has always held his heart. Seeing Lucy Wyatt roll into town just might mean his days of meaningless sex have come to an end.
I loved Lucy’s story and the entire Barriers Series thus far. Ms. Shirley’s writing has only gotten better. I cannot wait for her next adventure.
I am a huge Sara Shirley fan and absolutely adore the character Lucy Wyatt in Hidden Barriers, the second installment in the Barriers Series. Her fiery temper and quick comebacks left me wanting her story, and Sara Shirley did just that. She knocked Lucy’s story out of the park.
After enduring a horrific near-death experience, which can be read in Hidden Barriers, Lucy moves back home to Breckinridge, Colorado, in order to heal and re-evaluate her priorities. Once she arrives in town, she comes to the realization that her world is about to be totally turned upside-down by way of the one person whom she has fought hard to keep on the backburner but has always found a way to surface in her thoughts.
Jake Galloway is a hard working ranch owner and part-time firefighter. He has used countless women in the past, but there is one woman who has always held his heart. Seeing Lucy Wyatt roll into town just might mean his days of meaningless sex have come to an end.
I loved Lucy’s story and the entire Barriers Series thus far. Ms. Shirley’s writing has only gotten better. I cannot wait for her next adventure.
January 25, 2015
~*~ Obsessed by books arc given in exchange for an honest review ~*~
"Luce, I love you more than my own life. Stsy with me please.Choose me this time."
This is a skillfully written tale of young love, broken hearts and a tragic twist of fate that see's Lucy and Jake getting a second chance of forever. After a near death experience which is detailed in the previous novel, Lucy arrives to rest and recuperate in her picturesque hometown. She is a feisty, witty character that hides her pain behind her sass. Having been broken by Jake's rejection of her love previously Lucy has a wall around her heart to defend her from the attraction she still feels for him.
Jake is a part fire fighter and farm hand who is gorgeous and knows it. Making his way through every available skirt in the area he lives with the regret of letting the one lady go that held his heart. Seeing her return to town he grabs the opportunity to make things right. Too much too young and his fear let him destroy what he had.
Is the path to love easy? It never is but this story is artfully crafted so you fall in love with Lucy and Jake although at times you may want to shake them as they can be stubborn!
A heart warming 4 star read.
"Luce, I love you more than my own life. Stsy with me please.Choose me this time."
This is a skillfully written tale of young love, broken hearts and a tragic twist of fate that see's Lucy and Jake getting a second chance of forever. After a near death experience which is detailed in the previous novel, Lucy arrives to rest and recuperate in her picturesque hometown. She is a feisty, witty character that hides her pain behind her sass. Having been broken by Jake's rejection of her love previously Lucy has a wall around her heart to defend her from the attraction she still feels for him.
Jake is a part fire fighter and farm hand who is gorgeous and knows it. Making his way through every available skirt in the area he lives with the regret of letting the one lady go that held his heart. Seeing her return to town he grabs the opportunity to make things right. Too much too young and his fear let him destroy what he had.
Is the path to love easy? It never is but this story is artfully crafted so you fall in love with Lucy and Jake although at times you may want to shake them as they can be stubborn!
A heart warming 4 star read.
July 15, 2015
Independent reviewer for Archaeolibrarian I Dig Good Books.
**Disclaimer: I received a copy of these four books from HEA Bookshelf in exchange for a fair and honest review.**
Lucy and Jake have a past together. They have loved and lost. They have tried to move on. When their paths in life cross over one another will they open their hearts to accept love and offer forgiveness?
I was so excited that this story was about Lucy, Sam’s roommate and roller derby girl! These girls are tight and mean everything to each other. They all intrigued me during book two so I really enjoyed Lucy getting her own book! Naturally, I loved it, just as I loved the first two, and will probably love every single one after this one. The author does a home run job again and doesn’t disappoint. I love reading stories about old flames reconnecting and breaking through the barriers they built up over time and over their heartache they experienced. This story, although shorter than the others, still carries its strong emotions and feel goods. It keeps you reading, pulling you in, and won’t let you go. This book, and the others, are a part of one of those series that give you goosebumps as you read them and things start falling into place.
What are you waiting for? Go one-click your copy today!
**Disclaimer: I received a copy of these four books from HEA Bookshelf in exchange for a fair and honest review.**
Lucy and Jake have a past together. They have loved and lost. They have tried to move on. When their paths in life cross over one another will they open their hearts to accept love and offer forgiveness?
I was so excited that this story was about Lucy, Sam’s roommate and roller derby girl! These girls are tight and mean everything to each other. They all intrigued me during book two so I really enjoyed Lucy getting her own book! Naturally, I loved it, just as I loved the first two, and will probably love every single one after this one. The author does a home run job again and doesn’t disappoint. I love reading stories about old flames reconnecting and breaking through the barriers they built up over time and over their heartache they experienced. This story, although shorter than the others, still carries its strong emotions and feel goods. It keeps you reading, pulling you in, and won’t let you go. This book, and the others, are a part of one of those series that give you goosebumps as you read them and things start falling into place.
What are you waiting for? Go one-click your copy today!
January 25, 2015
Jake pushed Lucy away several years ago. Lucy packed up and moved from Colorado to the east coast to start a new life and heal the heartache Jake had left her with. Seven years later, due to tragic events she has to come back to find healing with her family in Colorado. Turns out, the only person she doesn't want to see, the one responsible for part of her broken spirit, might be the only person that can help her heal.
This is definitely my favorite book of the series so far. The first two I felt dragged on too long and could have been cut a little shorter. This one was perfect.
Once again, Sara Shirley has written a sweet sexy story with strong characters. Who doesn't love a sexy firefighting cowboy and a derby girl that can hold her own?
There were some things that I didn't understand the reason for the conflict, but in the end it didn't really affect the story much.
This is definitely my favorite book of the series so far. The first two I felt dragged on too long and could have been cut a little shorter. This one was perfect.
Once again, Sara Shirley has written a sweet sexy story with strong characters. Who doesn't love a sexy firefighting cowboy and a derby girl that can hold her own?
There were some things that I didn't understand the reason for the conflict, but in the end it didn't really affect the story much.
March 1, 2015
4.5 stars
Jake pushed Lucy away several years ago. Lucy packed up and moved from Colorado to the east coast to start a new life and heal the heartache Jake had left her with. Seven years later, due to tragic events she has to come back to find healing with her family in Colorado. Turns out, the only person she doesn't want to see, the one responsible for part of her broken spirit, might be the only person that can help her heal.
This is definitely my favorite book of the series so far. The first two I felt dragged on too long and could have been cut a little shorter. This one was perfect.
Once again, Sara Shirley has written a sweet sexy story with strong characters. Who doesn't love a sexy firefighting cowboy and a derby girl that can hold her own?
There were some things that I didn't understand the reason for the conflict, but in the end it didn't really affect the story much.
~Jennifer
Jake pushed Lucy away several years ago. Lucy packed up and moved from Colorado to the east coast to start a new life and heal the heartache Jake had left her with. Seven years later, due to tragic events she has to come back to find healing with her family in Colorado. Turns out, the only person she doesn't want to see, the one responsible for part of her broken spirit, might be the only person that can help her heal.
This is definitely my favorite book of the series so far. The first two I felt dragged on too long and could have been cut a little shorter. This one was perfect.
Once again, Sara Shirley has written a sweet sexy story with strong characters. Who doesn't love a sexy firefighting cowboy and a derby girl that can hold her own?
There were some things that I didn't understand the reason for the conflict, but in the end it didn't really affect the story much.
~Jennifer
December 29, 2014
Lucy comes back home to heal after her brush with death at the hands of Stone. She sees Jake when she just gets into town and knows that he is going to still be trouble. Jake decides to let it all hang out and go after Lucy and not let her leave this time without knowing that him letting her go last time was the biggest mistake of his life. Lucy was a bit of a mess throughout this book and goes from knowing what she wants to doing a total 180. When things happen towards the end, Lucy decides that she isn't strong enough to deal. It was a decent book but I could have done with more back story on her and Jake and less on the sexual tension throughout this book. Both Lucy and Jake used sex as a distraction during their time apart and I found it disheartening for both. I would have liked a little more time for the characters to find out more about each other, instead of both deciding they still loved each other after 7 years without questioning how, and if, they are different people now.
January 14, 2015
~~~Zarah's Review~~~~
A quick read
4 stars
I received this title courtesy of Sweet and Sassy Book-Aholics for an honest review
The 3rd book in Sara Shirley's, Barrier series, Burning Barriers is the story of Lucy and Jake.
Lucy, Sam's best friend from Hidden Barriers returns home scarred and scared after the attack by Stone at the end of book 2. She left home eight years ago after having her heart broken by her first love, Jake.
Although her broke up with her all those years ago, Jake has always regretted letting her go. Both of them have used sex with numerous other partners over the years to try and rid their minds of each other, both failed. When she comes back to town to recover he is determined not to make the same mistake twice.
My only disappointment was that the book was so short, but I really enjoyed it and I like Sara's style of writing
A quick read
4 stars
I received this title courtesy of Sweet and Sassy Book-Aholics for an honest review
The 3rd book in Sara Shirley's, Barrier series, Burning Barriers is the story of Lucy and Jake.
Lucy, Sam's best friend from Hidden Barriers returns home scarred and scared after the attack by Stone at the end of book 2. She left home eight years ago after having her heart broken by her first love, Jake.
Although her broke up with her all those years ago, Jake has always regretted letting her go. Both of them have used sex with numerous other partners over the years to try and rid their minds of each other, both failed. When she comes back to town to recover he is determined not to make the same mistake twice.
My only disappointment was that the book was so short, but I really enjoyed it and I like Sara's style of writing
March 15, 2016
Absolutely Perfect Love Story - ***stand alone, but best if read in order***
This is the 3rd book in the series & if you are reading this then I hope you have read the two previous books. This is Sam's best friend, Lucy's story. After almost dying by the hands of Sam's ex-boyfriend in the last book. She is heading back home to heal and clear her head. She hasn't been back in 7 years after her 1st love, Jake, broke her heart. You get to see how both Jake & Lucy have loved each other through all these years, but can they find there way past all the hurt & be together against all odds? This book, just like the rest of the series, will have you not wanting to put the book down. There is the prefect combination of suspense & hot romance to keep you turning the pages.
This is the 3rd book in the series & if you are reading this then I hope you have read the two previous books. This is Sam's best friend, Lucy's story. After almost dying by the hands of Sam's ex-boyfriend in the last book. She is heading back home to heal and clear her head. She hasn't been back in 7 years after her 1st love, Jake, broke her heart. You get to see how both Jake & Lucy have loved each other through all these years, but can they find there way past all the hurt & be together against all odds? This book, just like the rest of the series, will have you not wanting to put the book down. There is the prefect combination of suspense & hot romance to keep you turning the pages.
December 8, 2014
I was so excited to read this, I am a big fan of the Barriers series and this was one delightful addition! Lucy was one of my favorite characters from Hidden Barriers and I couldn't wait to get my hands on this!! I loved it!! I loved getting to see where Lucy grew up and of course meeting a big reason why she was nervous to make a visit back.....JAKE!!! Wait til you meet him!!! Thank you Sara Shirley!! My full review will be added soon!!
December 28, 2014
loved this book. lucy and jake get a second chance at love. lucy finds herself back home after a life changing event. jake is caught by surprise when lucy shows back up in town but decides this time he wont let her run away.
this story is a great way to wrap up the story of one of my favorite characters.
this story is a great way to wrap up the story of one of my favorite characters.
June 26, 2015
I loved every piece of this book. It was outstanding, amazing, and definitely going into my reread pile for the future. I stumbled across this author a while back with book two in this series and was completely blown away. And once again, this author gave me a beautiful romance that spoke to my heart and soul!
Give this series a chance! You won't be disappointed!
Give this series a chance! You won't be disappointed!
December 11, 2014
So with each book of this series I fall harder for each man. Holy hell do I love Jake. And Lucy is one tough chick! I absolutely LOVE LOVE this series and cannot wait for the next book. Such an amazing author and every book is better than the last somehow.
January 19, 2015
Love a great second chance romance book and Burning Barriers was just that. The storyline was well thought out and a great addition to the Barriers series. Loved the chemistry between Lucy & Jake. Can't wait for Drew's book to be released!! Great job Sara on a fabulous series!!
February 26, 2016
Wow
This was an amazing series I loved all three books and they just got better and better. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who loves real like stories. I can relate to all three girls. It us a must read.
This was an amazing series I loved all three books and they just got better and better. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who loves real like stories. I can relate to all three girls. It us a must read.
January 15, 2015
3 stars
February 5, 2015
A short wonderful read :)
June 22, 2015
Review to come
October 29, 2016
this was simply awful
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