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Girls of Wonder Lane #2
Crowned
Harley Laine is Louisville’s hottest rising reporter, and she knows that setting herself up at the top requires dressing for success. From all appearances, she has it all–a perfect job, great car, beautiful house, and designer clothes. A high-powered, successful man in her life might help her take things to the next level.
Ryan Temple is definitely not that man. Everything about him is absolutely wrong, from the way he dresses and his methods of employment to his living situation and his spiritual body art. He’s not even the kind of guy who would normally turn Harley’s head…but she can’t seem to get him off her mind.
When a gruff old biker and a teenage girl threaten to derail her planned rise to the top, will a quest for fame still be what her heart desires?
Ryan Temple is definitely not that man. Everything about him is absolutely wrong, from the way he dresses and his methods of employment to his living situation and his spiritual body art. He’s not even the kind of guy who would normally turn Harley’s head…but she can’t seem to get him off her mind.
When a gruff old biker and a teenage girl threaten to derail her planned rise to the top, will a quest for fame still be what her heart desires?
354 pages, Paperback
First published August 22, 2015
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About the author
Christina Coryell
21 books104 followersUSA Today bestselling author Christina Coryell was born and raised in southwest Missouri, where she lives with her husband and children. She had plenty of people tell her that her degree in English with an emphasis on Creative Writing would be useless. They were probably right. Added to her dual major in History, she became the least likely candidate for nearly every career on the planet, save being a writer. That suits her just fine.
Christina has written from the back hatch of an SUV, in a lawn chair while at soccer practice, in the front seat of her car, with kids climbing on her, and often with extremely loud noise in the background. At least half of her books have been written during baseball games.
She believes great fiction mirrors life, and great life contains a little humor, so it's difficult not to sprinkle a little funny business throughout her work. Oh...and character is everything.
She loves hearing from readers. You can find all the ways to connect with her at www.christinacoryell.com.
Christina has written from the back hatch of an SUV, in a lawn chair while at soccer practice, in the front seat of her car, with kids climbing on her, and often with extremely loud noise in the background. At least half of her books have been written during baseball games.
She believes great fiction mirrors life, and great life contains a little humor, so it's difficult not to sprinkle a little funny business throughout her work. Oh...and character is everything.
She loves hearing from readers. You can find all the ways to connect with her at www.christinacoryell.com.
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September 17, 2015
Coryell is one of my new go-to contemporary authors. Although she writes light, amusing dialogue and situations, deeper threads run through the Girls of Wonder Lane series that leave me reflecting on my own life.
I was intrigued by Harley Laine, reporter, in the last novel (Simply Mad), and Crowned shares her story in such a poignant way. She's a little like a modern-day Scarlett O'hara, chasing after the wrong things, focusing on outward appearance...until God shows her what's really important. I love how even though Harley seems superficial, she's really masking a deeply loving and giving heart that others see in her more than she can see in herself.
Another winner and I am anxiously awaiting the next book in this series!
I was intrigued by Harley Laine, reporter, in the last novel (Simply Mad), and Crowned shares her story in such a poignant way. She's a little like a modern-day Scarlett O'hara, chasing after the wrong things, focusing on outward appearance...until God shows her what's really important. I love how even though Harley seems superficial, she's really masking a deeply loving and giving heart that others see in her more than she can see in herself.
Another winner and I am anxiously awaiting the next book in this series!
July 22, 2017
Christina is such a gifted storyteller.
Every facet of her Camdyn an Wonder Lane books ooze with flawless prose and depth of character. The laughter and tears just keep coming. Each storyline is simply reflective and captivating.
Every facet of her Camdyn an Wonder Lane books ooze with flawless prose and depth of character. The laughter and tears just keep coming. Each storyline is simply reflective and captivating.
October 18, 2018
Loved it
But, I love everything Christina writes. This book is no exception. It is fun, witty and also a very enjoyable read.
But, I love everything Christina writes. This book is no exception. It is fun, witty and also a very enjoyable read.
November 2, 2015
Christina Coryell is rapidly becoming one of my favorite new authors. This lady knows how to write humor! I was first introduced to her characters with book one in this series, Simply Mad. After laughing my way through her first book, I was pretty sure she couldn’t write another book just as funny. I was wrong. Crowned kept me up laughing way past my bedtime. I think one of the hardest things to write is humor. I know this because I can’t write a funny scene to save my life. I have tired, humor is so hard!
Harley Laine is the woman you are both jealous of and want to be your BBF. She’s a successful television reporter, beautiful, and appears to have her life together. She’s fashionable dressed and dates good looking guys. Her guiding goal in life is to be important.
She’s also the woman who spends every Friday night alone at a greasy diner, dressed down in comfy clothes because nobody really knows her. The people she feels closest to in this world are the line cook and the homeless man who sits on the bench outside.
Harley is a perfect example of not judging a book by its cover. Of course, that’s also a lesson she needs to learn. I loved taking this journey with her. We learn that she’s really a broken soul who needs Christ. Is it possible for her to find love when she doesn’t understand the power of His love? She has to go back and restore past relationships before she can move forward, but she is strong enough to do that without God?
Cheering for Harley and Ryan came easy, but watching her grow as a person was much harder. Christina did a great job of bringing this character to life. She has the crazy family, nosey friends, and high-stress job that all add up to a late night read.
Harley Laine is the woman you are both jealous of and want to be your BBF. She’s a successful television reporter, beautiful, and appears to have her life together. She’s fashionable dressed and dates good looking guys. Her guiding goal in life is to be important.
She’s also the woman who spends every Friday night alone at a greasy diner, dressed down in comfy clothes because nobody really knows her. The people she feels closest to in this world are the line cook and the homeless man who sits on the bench outside.
Harley is a perfect example of not judging a book by its cover. Of course, that’s also a lesson she needs to learn. I loved taking this journey with her. We learn that she’s really a broken soul who needs Christ. Is it possible for her to find love when she doesn’t understand the power of His love? She has to go back and restore past relationships before she can move forward, but she is strong enough to do that without God?
Cheering for Harley and Ryan came easy, but watching her grow as a person was much harder. Christina did a great job of bringing this character to life. She has the crazy family, nosey friends, and high-stress job that all add up to a late night read.
August 3, 2015
This was such an amazing story! I have been following the works of Christina Coryell since the start of this Camdyn Series. It's great to see old friends pop up in each subsequent book. I had been dying to hear more about Harley since her first appearance, it felt like there was so much more to her story. I don't want to leave spoilers, but I will say this....it's a must read. On the surface, it may seem that this is just a feel good story - when you dive more deeply into it, you realize that this is truly a story of beauty from ashes and remembering where you come from. You can pretend to be someone else all you want, but you can never escape who you truly are. You can never move forward until you come to terms with your past. If you haven't already, I recommend starting with the first book of the Camdyn Series and work your way to this novel. "Crowned" can be read as a standalone, but I wouldn't recommend it. If you have Kindle Unlimited, you can read the previous books for free. If not, they are each less than $4 and worth it! Note to the author: I am highly anticipating both Denton and Jake's stories!!!!
August 7, 2015
Harley Laine is a small town girl trying to make it big in the world as a journalist. She dresses for the job she wants and puts on a front of having a perfect life and having it together. Even the people closest to her, don't know her secret. Ryan is a man that doesn't fit into Harley's perfect world but ends up turning her world completely upside down. Harley learns a lot about her self and the person that she wants to be. Together, Harley and Ryan are perfect together. They will take their world by storm.
This is another fantastic book by Christina Coryell. I am never disappointed when I read her books. I love how they are all inter-connected. They even connect to characters and events to her Camden books (which I happen to love!). Christina has a talent for storytelling and her books are just fantastic. I couldn't put this one down!
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. My honest review.....hurry up and buy this book (and all the others too)! You won't be sorry!
This is another fantastic book by Christina Coryell. I am never disappointed when I read her books. I love how they are all inter-connected. They even connect to characters and events to her Camden books (which I happen to love!). Christina has a talent for storytelling and her books are just fantastic. I couldn't put this one down!
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. My honest review.....hurry up and buy this book (and all the others too)! You won't be sorry!
September 5, 2016
Well, Christina Coryell has written yet another good book! When I read her very first book, book one in the Camdyn series, I was astounded by her talent and knew this was an author I wanted to watch. Since then, I have read every book she's written, this one making 6, and have enjoyed them all.
I have to admit, the Camdyn series is my favorite of all! Simply just perfect.
This one is book two in the Girls of Wonder Lane series and features Harley Laine, whose real name will remain a surprise. Harley is a news reporter who is looking for that one great story that will land her a spot on the news desk.
No more of the synopsis here, but please read this book. Christina is a very talented young woman whose books should be on your shelf. I eagerly anticipate the next one.
*I was given a copy of this book by the author. I was not encouraged to give a positive review and my opinions are my own and honest.
I have to admit, the Camdyn series is my favorite of all! Simply just perfect.
This one is book two in the Girls of Wonder Lane series and features Harley Laine, whose real name will remain a surprise. Harley is a news reporter who is looking for that one great story that will land her a spot on the news desk.
No more of the synopsis here, but please read this book. Christina is a very talented young woman whose books should be on your shelf. I eagerly anticipate the next one.
*I was given a copy of this book by the author. I was not encouraged to give a positive review and my opinions are my own and honest.
August 10, 2015
Wow!!!I just finished Crowned by Christina Coryell and I must say that she is a zany, wonderful story teller that brings her characters to life.
Harley is the quirky reporter from Channel 6 in Louisville that wants to be noticed and enter Ryan, the hunky stranger that notices her but has a different philosophy." He's not changing the world.he's just not allowing the world to change him."You will love the adventure of these two and their romance.
All the characters in the story adds a richness to the book especially some old friends from Tenn.
I believe Psalms 103 is the theme of this book "David praising the Lord who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion."
This a must read book for everyone and I look forward to a lot more of Christina.
Harley is the quirky reporter from Channel 6 in Louisville that wants to be noticed and enter Ryan, the hunky stranger that notices her but has a different philosophy." He's not changing the world.he's just not allowing the world to change him."You will love the adventure of these two and their romance.
All the characters in the story adds a richness to the book especially some old friends from Tenn.
I believe Psalms 103 is the theme of this book "David praising the Lord who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion."
This a must read book for everyone and I look forward to a lot more of Christina.
August 10, 2015
This is a totally fantastic story. Well developed characters and plot. Using the vehicle of a young woman who wanted to be important, we learn what really matters about ourselves. I thoroughly enjoyed this story. The ups and downs were so well written, I felt as though I, personally, was experiencing what Harley was experiencing. From this story, I realize I need to examine my motives and whether or not I have allowed the world to change me. Thank you, Christina, for another superbly executed book. I was given a copy by the author in exchange for an honest review.
August 22, 2015
I know when I start a story by this author that I am in for a treat and this one was no exception. The main character is Harley, a wonderfully quirky television reporter who is trying to discover her importance and how she can make a difference, and I was pulled into her story from the first pages and thoroughly enjoyed following her journey. I was given a copy of this book in return for an honest review, and this is another one from this author that I can definitely recommend to anyone who enjoys wonderfully written Christian romance.
November 6, 2015
Love how the characters evolve, and intertwine with characters we had come to love.
The author has a great way of drawing you into the lives of these brilliant characters. I really felt like I was observing them. And connecting with how they think and feel. I also appreciated that I had more about characters I had already fallen in love with coming in the next book I read because they are all connected. Can't say enough about how great her books are.
The author has a great way of drawing you into the lives of these brilliant characters. I really felt like I was observing them. And connecting with how they think and feel. I also appreciated that I had more about characters I had already fallen in love with coming in the next book I read because they are all connected. Can't say enough about how great her books are.
August 22, 2015
What an awesome book! I love the characters! Christina was already my favorite author but this book is so outstanding! I love the journey Harley took in this book. I love the way Christina writes - it makes me feel like I am taking the journey with Harley. I can't wait to read more books by Christina! I was given a copy of the book to read and to write an honest review.
January 28, 2016
I enjoyed the journey Christina takes us on as Harley must re-evaluate her priorities in her life and answer the question “Who am I?” and does she like what she sees. I was so glad I opened this book up this week (1/24/16) as I had been thumbing through books and not finding much to hold me in the story. I could not put this one down. “Two Thumbs WAY Up!”
March 1, 2016
Well I started these in the wrong order and did not like the beginning. once I went back and read the first one first I was dying to read the next. since I had already read the beginning that I didn't like I didn't re-read it. it went really smooth a after that. I love these books!
July 16, 2016
Another fantastic story in the Girls of Wonder Lane series. I love how the author makes clever tie-ins with the other books! The characters are so well developed and I love how they all have a back story.
August 30, 2015
Harley and Ryan's story is truly amazing. Watching their relationship change is beautiful. You can feel God working through out this book. You won't be able to stop reading this book.
February 15, 2016
Wonderful
I loved this book. She is a wonderful author. I can't wait to dig into more books that she had written!
I loved this book. She is a wonderful author. I can't wait to dig into more books that she had written!
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