Treasured

Embracing #1

by Delisa Lynn

Lila Carls had one goal...
To attend New York University. She’s dreamt of being a lawyer most of her life, and she worked hard to get into NYU. What she hadn’t planned was falling in love with Liam before she left. Knowing she was about to go across the country and leave her boyfriend behind hurt more than she thought it would.
Liam Ellis fell for the blue-eyed beauty the minute he saw her…
He always knew someday he and Lila would be together. Only now that she was finally his, she was leaving for NYU.
Lila’s dream was everything she thought it would be and more, because that’s where she met Evan Martin…
Evan was a country boy with a big heart, but when his high school girlfriend crushed him, he needed a change. So he packed up and moved to New York City. The last thing on his mind was a relationship, and he was very much enjoying the single life...that was until Lila.
Evan and Lila became quick friends, and although he knows she has boyfriend he wants more…
To complicate things even more, tragedy strikes leaving Lila feeling broken and alone. Who will she turn to? Can she ever find her way back to the man who captured her heart and soul?
Or will she settle for the next best thing?

Genres: New Adult

277 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 16, 2015

About the author

Delisa Lynn grew up in Columbus,Ohio. She works in the medical field by day, and let's her characters come to life at night. She is an avid reader, mainly any book with Alpha males or a good romance novel. If she isn't working or writing you can find her curled up with her fur baby and her kindle. Or watching a good movie with her husband. She is a huge reality TV junkie.

Reviews

[Ajs Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lila has always had a crush on Liam, even when she was dating someone else. When they finally get together, Liam announces that he's going into the army. Knowing She is going away to college, Lila goes with the flow and stands by her man. What she doesn't expect, is to becomes very close with a new friend, Evan.

While Liam is away, tragedy strikes. Not knowing what to do, Lila leans on Evan. He is there for her in more ways then one.

When your heart loves more then one person at a time, things become complicated. In order to be happy, Lila has to let one or both go.

This is a definite must read. The tolls I went thru reading this are just crazy! I fell in love with Liam from the beginning but I have a soft spot for Evan too! What happens in Lila's crazy life? You'll have to read and find out!!

5 out of 5 stars!

[Nstefa · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series is amazing so I give it 4.5 🌟 stars !!! It’s got angst, betrayal, and a roller coaster of emotions but all the books are intertwined so you must read them In order to have the full stories!!!!

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[Le Ann Foster · Rating 5 out of 5]

☆☆Reviewed for Hooked On Books ☆ ☆

I gave this book 5 stars!

How do you describe the perfect book? The storyline, the characters, the emotions will have you so wrapped up you will not want it to end. I fell in love with story. The storyline is not your typical love story. The characters has a realism feel and you become so engrossed into them that you feel their anger, love, the heart break to love again. I feel everything that Lila feels and I can see why she has a hard time choosing between Liam and Evan.

Lila and Liam falls in love in high school. Liam goes into the Army. Lila goes to New York for college. While in NY she meets Evan. Evan and Lila become friends. When tragedy happens will Lila choose the one she loves with her soul or the 9 be with her heart?

Delisa is a new author to me, but I can say I will be reading more from her.

[Gina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions in this book are 100% my own.
This is one of those books that stays with you long after you stopped reading. I felt like the characters were real and I was a part of their life. I was very emotionally attached to them. When they showed emotions, I experienced the same ones.
Lila has the heart wrenching decision of deciding who she wants to be with…Liam or Evan? Both men love her unconditionally. That makes her decision that much harder. You have to wonder how you can love two people at the same time.
My heart goes out to Lila. It’s a hard decision to make when you feel like you love both men. It sounds great to have two men professing their love to you. Honestly, I wouldn’t want to be in that situation on having to make a choice.
I can’t wait to read book 2.

[Kerry Richardson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has a very emotional storyline so be prepared to use plenty of tissues. I liked the characters and there were some unexpected twists and turns but I struggled to understand the concept of loving two men at the same time. I kind of get that you can have feelings for two guys but for me I think you can't have both, you need to make a choice and stick with it, you can't keep going between them both as in the end surely everyone ends up hurt and that just breeds resentment. I am looking forward to the next instalment though but don't know how long I have to wait for it!

[Carissa Lynch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This story had me on edge. I loved both guys, Liam and Evan, and just like Lila, I felt torn. She's always had a soft spot for Liam and when he goes into the army, Lila sticks by his side. But then tragedy strikes and she must rely on Evan for support. I loved the way he was there for her when she needed him most. A well written story, tense love triangle, and characters you can't help feeling attached to! Excited to read the next book! Great story!

[Monica Moudy · Rating 1 out of 5]

I have to honestly say this book made me have so many different emotions. First off I can't get over how trashy Lila is. This book is all over the place. I hate how she can't stay faithful to one man. Ughhhhhh. This literally has me so furious. I can honestly say I won't be reading the next book.

[Hooked On Books · Rating 5 out of 5]

I gave this book 5 stars!

How do you describe the perfect book? The story line, the characters, the emotions will have you so wrapped up you will not want it to end. I fell in love with story. The story line is not your typical love story. The characters has a realism feel and you become so engrossed into them that you feel their anger, love, the heart break to love again. I feel everything that Lila feels and I can see why she has a hard time choosing between Liam and Evan.

Lila and Liam falls in love in high school. Liam goes into the Army. Lila goes to New York for college. While in NY she meets Evan. Evan and Lila become friends. When tragedy happens will Lila choose the one she loves with her soul or the 9 be with her heart?

Delisa is a new author to me, but I can say I will be reading more from her.

[Ebbie ~Author Groupies · Rating 4 out of 5]

Treasured is the first book in the Embracing Series. It's the story of Liam, Lila and Evan. This book is an emotional journey of loss, friendship, and love. There is cheating and a huge cliff hanger ending.

Treasured had my emotions all over the place. One minute I was crying, the next smiling and then more crying. I loved the characters. Liam is such a good guy and a sweetheart. Lila is a sweet girl and I think she has good intentions but she gets sidetracked easily. I wanted to hate Evan but he has good qualities too and was there for Lila when she needed someone. I don't know if it's possible to truly love two people at the same time; Lila would have you believe that it is possible.

I enjoyed the authors writing style. The story flowed effortlessly from one event to the next. I cannot wait to read Salvaged to see how this story ends.

[Nancy Metsch · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am so MAD!!!!!!
Just shows what an amazing Author Delisa is. Cause I am so mad at Lila Rae Carls. ** Spoiler free review** They say you cant help who you fall in love with and it doesn't matter how many times it happens to a person. I know this story continues. I cant wait to see what happens next

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is a great book to read

[Renea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love triangle

I'm still processing the ending and I'm glad there is a book 2 to look forward to. Well written and enjoyable read.

[Beret Brenckman]

Too ya