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Swept Away #3

A Way Back

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The battle to trust and communicate, fan the flames in Nia and Derek’s already over-heated relationship. It’s their way, a way back to one another.
A way back is further complicated by a constant threat to Nia’s safety. There is a traitor in their midst. Friendships are tested and broken, and Nia’s choices cause irreversible damage.
Their road to freedom and happiness is rough and terrifying, but it is the only way home.

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Publisher note: This is Book 3 in the Swept Away series. Each is a continuation of the previous book, and should be read in the numbered order.

212 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 20, 2015

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Rosemary Willhide

20 books425 followers
Rosemary is an actress, turned fitness instructor, turned author of mysteries and thrillers.

She's told stories and entertained people her entire life. Writing is her favorite because she doesn't have to leave the house or put on pants! Plus, the voices in her head do what she says, for the most part!

She lives in Las Vegas with her husband, Bill and their adopted pooches, Brownie and Cashew. She still teaches cycling classes. She claims they keep her sane-ish!

If you pick up one of her books you're in for a ride full of suspense, twists, humor and page turning drama. Also, there will be a rescue dog for some extra tail wagging fun.

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679 reviews1 follower
June 19, 2015
A way back is the last book in the swept away series by Rosemary Willhide. the story picks right up where the last book left off.and continues the story of Derek and Nia. they struggle with trust while someone is still out there trying to kill Nia. they have there ups and downs but never ever stop loving each other. this book finely gives them the happy ever after they so deserve. (cannot wait for Derek's Christmas Carol ) I recommend this series highly!
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47 reviews6 followers
May 15, 2015
Rosemary Willhide has done it once again. What away to end this Series. WOW Nia and Derek are one hot and silly couple. Rosemary Willhide brings you into the character from the very beginning. I felt every emotion whether they were happy, aroused or sad Rosemary ropes you in and keeps you captivated with what's to come next. This series will keep you coming back for more. I truly loved it.
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4,320 reviews
July 24, 2015
Yea

After reading book 2 I was a little mad the emotions that I was feeling were all over the place, this book brought Nia and Derek back together and through a rollercoaster of emotions. It also brings closure to the Larry problem. Once you start this book you won't want to put it down. Love it and Enjoy.
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1,132 reviews72 followers
December 1, 2022
A Way Back by Rosemary Willhide

Published: February 20, 2025
Luminosity Publishing LLP
Pages: 212
Genre: Romantic Suspense
KKECReads Rating: 4/5
I purchased this series on Amazon as a complete set, and I leave my review voluntarily.

Rosemary Willhide is an actress turned fitness instructor turned author of romantic suspense. She's told stories and entertained people her entire life. Writing is her favorite because she doesn't have to leave the house or put on pants! Plus, the voices in her head do what she says, for the most part! She lives in Las Vegas with her husband, Bill, and their adopted senior pooch, Brownie. She still teaches cycling classes. She claims they keep her sane-ish! If you pick up one of her books, you're in for a ride full of suspense, humor, and page-turning drama. Also, there will be a rescue dog for some extra tail-wagging fun.

“…you will forever be home.”

Nia and Derek have found their way back together, but the danger from the past isn’t behind them. As Derek gets more protective, Nia starts to feel like her world is shrinking. When someone shares Eden’s secret, the truth threatens to rip Derek and Nia apart forever.

There was more action in this book. I think this series primed Rosemary to be a thriller writer. She is fantastic at building tension and creating characters that could all be guilty.

I wish we had gotten a bit more from the wedding scene, but I did like the surprises that Nia got. The side characters in this series were fantastic, and again I say this series was the maiden voyage into Rosemary’s true direction of writing thrillers.

I still have issues with Derek and Nia’s relationship; they both act very young. Derek is supposed to be 33, but at times comes across as very young. Nia had moments where she seemed like a child, so that balance was awkward for me.

I enjoyed how the story flowed and that things wrapped nicely. Honestly, I’m relieved that I don’t have to read Derek calling Nia sweetie anymore… that term makes me cringe.

I would love to have some follow-up for the side characters; there were many side storylines throughout this series. Overall, it was a well-thought-out plot, and the action was bananas.

Reading this series after reading the Hope Ridge series made me appreciate just how far Rosemary has blossomed as a writer. I feel like she has found her space with thrillers. Her character development has become solid, and she has a gift for writing twists that will leave you stunned.
1,557 reviews45 followers
August 3, 2017
Heading back to Derek’s to pick up some of her things, Nia is surprised when she sees Derek, he tells her that he’s trying to work everything out and that he’s never going to give up on them.
With some help from her friends Nia is given no choice but to listen to Derek and is glad her friends forced her to. They have an amazing time making up for their time apart.
With Derek finally wrapping up First Bite in L.A, and Nia was having her bachelorette party. The next morning the press has a field day, with pictures of Nia, as she was encouraged by her friends to drink too much, only to return to find Nia, sick and lets her know how sorry he is.
After Nia gets over being sick they decide to celebrate Naked Thanksgiving, which has a few mishaps. The deal through the media, the stalker and their own problems and insecurities, with an ending, you don’t see coming Derek and Nia finally work their way to their happily ever after.
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841 reviews4 followers
May 4, 2019
I just got off the roll a coaster. This book was wild, sexy, action packed and I was caught up in the story I felt like it was happening to me. The love between Derek and Nia is so strong. They had some very interesting ups and downs, but love will always win. Enjoy this wonderful sexy series.
191 reviews
March 16, 2022
EXCELLENT!

What a way to end this series!! So much drama and romance and some heartbreak along with steamy sex!! What more could a girl want!!
29 reviews4 followers
February 23, 2015
Omg I read A Way Back (Swept Away Book 3) by Rosemary Willhide and it was great. It picks up where book two ends Nia is back in Vegas and upset because Derek is still in L.A. and isn’t fighting for them. All of a sudden Derek shows back up at home and he has a bunch of changes in his life that he has done to help Nia and him be together. Of course nothing is easy for Nia and Derek and there are people out to break them up and cause Nia harm. Of course Nia and Derek are smoking hot together and the chemistry is off the chart do they get their happily ever after or not. You need to read this book another 5 stars from Rosemary.
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72 reviews12 followers
July 16, 2020
Nia and Derek's story continues in book 3 and final of the Swept Away Series. As with Rosemary's style, the story brings to life the love, joy, frustration and fear from all angles of their relationship into a climatic finish.
Toppled with sexy moments throughout that anyone would want for themselves.
As I read the last page, I felt such a loss knowing that Nia and Derek's story is at a close......hopefully not. Congratulations Rosemary I would recommend this series to everyone.
4 reviews7 followers
November 8, 2016
Who is your movie star love? I know you have one, and they absolutely would fall in love with a normal girl like you. Matt Damon and Matthew McConaughey did! Nia Kelly was just that girl. Smoking hot sex, lots and lots of panty melting sex, danger and heroics, and of course the adjustment to Hollywood fame and shame. This book is off the charts good and you better have your significant other or B.O.B handy cause your gonna need it.....often.
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289 reviews3 followers
March 29, 2015
Great finale

This book had me laughing and crying. I really enjoy the banter between Nia and Derek. The downfalls of the book were there are a lot of editing issues and for Nia being so strong, she seems to make a lot of bad decisions. Even so, I would definitely recommend this trilogy.
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232 reviews7 followers
August 31, 2016
Rosemary Willhide has done it once again. What away to end this Series. WOW Nia and Derek are one hot and silly couple. Rosemary Willhide brings you into the character from the very beginning. I felt every emotion whether they were happy, aroused or sad Rosemary ropes you in and keeps you captivated with what's to come next. This series will keep you coming back for more. I truly loved it.
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