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Bliss
**Please Note***
This is not a standalone novella. Please read books 1-3 of the Strand Brothers Series first before reading this one.
Obstacles must be overcome to find blissfully ever after.
Lacey Kincaid is more than ready to be Mrs. Even Strand. Of course things never come easy. She finds herself facing one final challenge.
E Strand is fighting a hellacious battle to be the husband, the Master Lacey deserves. Can he conquer in time to say his vows? Will E and Lacey find their bliss?
**Note** This book is not a thriller. However, due to language and content, it is recommended for an 18+ audience.
This is not a standalone novella. Please read books 1-3 of the Strand Brothers Series first before reading this one.
Obstacles must be overcome to find blissfully ever after.
Lacey Kincaid is more than ready to be Mrs. Even Strand. Of course things never come easy. She finds herself facing one final challenge.
E Strand is fighting a hellacious battle to be the husband, the Master Lacey deserves. Can he conquer in time to say his vows? Will E and Lacey find their bliss?
**Note** This book is not a thriller. However, due to language and content, it is recommended for an 18+ audience.
230 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 23, 2015
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About the author
Lora Ann
16 books151 followersA homeschooling mom by day and hot, steamy romance writer by night, there isn’t an adventure Lora Ann doesn’t mind taking.
The love of travel led her to the career of an international flight attendant as a young adult. And she still loves to travel, although her “wings” are now retired. Spending time with her sons, friends, hiking, and disappearing into the realm of all things possible, are just a few of her favorite things.
Lora does believe in happily-ever-after but knows that it doesn’t come without hard work and fight. Her stories reflect that real-life struggle and those who seek to destroy. Not only does Lora write romance, but she blends in action and adventure, suspense, crime, along with jaw dropping thrillers. Her newest genre is paranormal and dark urban fantasy. Buckle up and get ready for the ride of your life as you dive into her books.
She loves to hear from her readers as much as she loves hearing which book of hers is your favorite. Drop her an email: author.lora.ann@gmail.com
The love of travel led her to the career of an international flight attendant as a young adult. And she still loves to travel, although her “wings” are now retired. Spending time with her sons, friends, hiking, and disappearing into the realm of all things possible, are just a few of her favorite things.
Lora does believe in happily-ever-after but knows that it doesn’t come without hard work and fight. Her stories reflect that real-life struggle and those who seek to destroy. Not only does Lora write romance, but she blends in action and adventure, suspense, crime, along with jaw dropping thrillers. Her newest genre is paranormal and dark urban fantasy. Buckle up and get ready for the ride of your life as you dive into her books.
She loves to hear from her readers as much as she loves hearing which book of hers is your favorite. Drop her an email: author.lora.ann@gmail.com
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August 30, 2015
The perfect match
The love that Even and Lacey share is one of a kind. Rare and beautiful. But although the date is set, the ghost of past deeds won't leave them be. Wounded and unable to allow himself any weakness, Even pushes and strives to be everything for his soon to be bride. But there are always consequences to pushing yourself too far.
" Giving self-doubt and fear free rein was not only dangerous, but it also set me up to fail before I’d ever begun. Not optional. Lacey deserved a husband who could give her everything. Who would give her the world. And dammit all to hell, I would provide for my bride or die trying."
Family is always there to catch you when you fall. And the growing Stand families ties are strong. Together they unite to overcome any lingering fears. Together they show just what love really means. The bonds are set. And as Even and Lacey find their blissfully ever after, what will happen those those loose ends in the family?
" “Not only have you bound me to your heart. Mind. Body. And soul. But you’ve taken me to a whole new realm of bliss. Love just doesn’t seem strong enough of a word. Yes, I’m so in love with you I feel it all the way to my core.”'
The love that Even and Lacey share is one of a kind. Rare and beautiful. But although the date is set, the ghost of past deeds won't leave them be. Wounded and unable to allow himself any weakness, Even pushes and strives to be everything for his soon to be bride. But there are always consequences to pushing yourself too far.
" Giving self-doubt and fear free rein was not only dangerous, but it also set me up to fail before I’d ever begun. Not optional. Lacey deserved a husband who could give her everything. Who would give her the world. And dammit all to hell, I would provide for my bride or die trying."
Family is always there to catch you when you fall. And the growing Stand families ties are strong. Together they unite to overcome any lingering fears. Together they show just what love really means. The bonds are set. And as Even and Lacey find their blissfully ever after, what will happen those those loose ends in the family?
" “Not only have you bound me to your heart. Mind. Body. And soul. But you’ve taken me to a whole new realm of bliss. Love just doesn’t seem strong enough of a word. Yes, I’m so in love with you I feel it all the way to my core.”'
August 25, 2015
I love the Strand brothers! This is a great book just like the rest of the series. Love Even & Lacey's story! One HOT love story! I couldn't put it down once I started reading.
August 23, 2015
First off you do need to read this series in order. We were first introduced to the Strand Brothers in “Branded” Book 1” was Nik Strand’s & Aimee Taylor’s story. “Bound” Book 2 was Even (Pronounced Evan & the youngest brother) Strand & Lacey Kincaid’s story. And, “Broken” Book 3 was Alex Strand’s & Sofie Fields story. Bliss is the conclusion in the Strand Brothers Series and is a Novella. Bliss is a fast read!
Lora Ann you did it again “Bliss” is OMG Hot, Hawt, Hot & steamy with “panty melting scenes”!!!! Bliss is also not a dark read like Broken was and is the continuation of Even & Lacey’s story. Will they find their Bliss? I am not telling but, it is one h*ll of a SEXY read!
I loved this book, series and love this author. I am looking forward to reading more. Shhh!! I hear there may be a little somethin, somethin that Lora Ann is putting together but, I can’t tell you!
Warning: This book is not a thriller. It is, however, one HOT read which contains a lot of sex, including BDSM, and graphic language. It is recommended for an 18+ audience.
Bliss was a complimentary copy provided for an honest review. I give Bliss 5 stars. I loved the conclusion.
Lora Ann you did it again “Bliss” is OMG Hot, Hawt, Hot & steamy with “panty melting scenes”!!!! Bliss is also not a dark read like Broken was and is the continuation of Even & Lacey’s story. Will they find their Bliss? I am not telling but, it is one h*ll of a SEXY read!
I loved this book, series and love this author. I am looking forward to reading more. Shhh!! I hear there may be a little somethin, somethin that Lora Ann is putting together but, I can’t tell you!
Warning: This book is not a thriller. It is, however, one HOT read which contains a lot of sex, including BDSM, and graphic language. It is recommended for an 18+ audience.
Bliss was a complimentary copy provided for an honest review. I give Bliss 5 stars. I loved the conclusion.
December 23, 2015
Bliss is a stunning epilogue to Even and Lacey's story. Filled with delicious foreplay and eventually marital bliss.
Even is working hard to get his body healed and back in shape after his horrible dance with the grim reaper. Pushing himself to the limits in order to be able to pleasure his bride on their wedding night.
Lacey is strong and this stunning sub is learning to assert her dominance when it counts. All while worrying and planning for their blessed day.
The book gives us a look at all of our favorites from The Strand Brothers Series.
This book permeates love and sex. The attraction between these couples was undeniably hot! Make sure you have your significant other around. You will need it.
** I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Reviewed on behalf of Bookalicious Babes Blog. **
Even is working hard to get his body healed and back in shape after his horrible dance with the grim reaper. Pushing himself to the limits in order to be able to pleasure his bride on their wedding night.
Lacey is strong and this stunning sub is learning to assert her dominance when it counts. All while worrying and planning for their blessed day.
The book gives us a look at all of our favorites from The Strand Brothers Series.
This book permeates love and sex. The attraction between these couples was undeniably hot! Make sure you have your significant other around. You will need it.
** I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Reviewed on behalf of Bookalicious Babes Blog. **
August 29, 2015
If you have been reading The Strand Brothers Series, this will be the icing on the cake with a cherry on top.
Even Strand was seriously injured in the last book and now he is trying to recuperate and come back to his old self. His wedding is one month away and he is worried he will not be "fully recovered" physically. Promises he made to Lacey to not have sex with her until their wedding day are harder to keep once he realizes his performance was not affected.
As always, the brothers and friends all stand as one helping each other.
This is a short novella worth reading for fans of this series. A lot of demons a laid to rest, while others are still hanging on. Seems to me we are not completely done with these characters. I am sure there is more to come!
Even Strand was seriously injured in the last book and now he is trying to recuperate and come back to his old self. His wedding is one month away and he is worried he will not be "fully recovered" physically. Promises he made to Lacey to not have sex with her until their wedding day are harder to keep once he realizes his performance was not affected.
As always, the brothers and friends all stand as one helping each other.
This is a short novella worth reading for fans of this series. A lot of demons a laid to rest, while others are still hanging on. Seems to me we are not completely done with these characters. I am sure there is more to come!
September 4, 2015
OMG!!! I loved it. I was so glad to read about Even and Lacey again. They have been through so much. I was so upset before when they both were working so hard to get him back to where he was. Lacey coming to terms with her sister. I was a bit surprised that her sister didn't tell them yet what she did and knew about Caleb. I was hoping it would slip out. She at least needs to come clean with Tar. If that man really loves her and she him, she has got to let him know. Hopefully she can heal from it. I was happy for Nik and Aimee. They both deserve happiness with all that happened with them.
I am so looking forward to the new installment with Keeley and Tar. Hopefully we still get to have the Strand brothers and women along for the ride too.
I am so looking forward to the new installment with Keeley and Tar. Hopefully we still get to have the Strand brothers and women along for the ride too.
October 12, 2015
Review by: Jennifer
(4 stars)
So this was pretty much, the what happened after all the crap of book 3 went down. How was everyone healing both physically and emotionally. We got to hear from everybody not just E & Lacey.
E was hurt in book three, and is still dealing with the healing part. Lacey is preparing for their wedding. Alex, Sofie & Ari seem to be doing great. And Nic and Aimee.... well they still have their own little issues. I have a feeling we are in for a new story with Keeley and Tar, or at least I believe their should be one; talk about some issues there.
For the most part, it was a nice little check in with some very, very, hot steamy scenes.
I give this a 4.
(4 stars)
So this was pretty much, the what happened after all the crap of book 3 went down. How was everyone healing both physically and emotionally. We got to hear from everybody not just E & Lacey.
E was hurt in book three, and is still dealing with the healing part. Lacey is preparing for their wedding. Alex, Sofie & Ari seem to be doing great. And Nic and Aimee.... well they still have their own little issues. I have a feeling we are in for a new story with Keeley and Tar, or at least I believe their should be one; talk about some issues there.
For the most part, it was a nice little check in with some very, very, hot steamy scenes.
I give this a 4.
October 11, 2015
So this was pretty much, the what happened after all the crap of book 3 went down. How was everyone healing both physically and emotionally. We got to hear from everybody not just E & Lacey.
E was hurt in book three, and is still dealing with the healing part. Lacey is preparing for their wedding. Alex, Sofie & Ari seem to be doing great. And Nic and Aimee.... well they still have their own little issues. I have a feeling we are in for a new story with Keeley and Tar, or at least I believe their should be one; talk about some issues there.
For the most part, it was a nice little check in with some very, very, hot steamy scenes.
I give this a 4.
E was hurt in book three, and is still dealing with the healing part. Lacey is preparing for their wedding. Alex, Sofie & Ari seem to be doing great. And Nic and Aimee.... well they still have their own little issues. I have a feeling we are in for a new story with Keeley and Tar, or at least I believe their should be one; talk about some issues there.
For the most part, it was a nice little check in with some very, very, hot steamy scenes.
I give this a 4.
October 15, 2015
Make sure you read all three previous books in the Strand Brothers series before you read this novella.
I absolutely loved that the author wrote this for us. After such a brilliant series I didn't think the author could get any better. Well she did. Pure perfection. We get to read more of the brothers and what happened after book three.
This is a must read for anyone that read and loved this series. A sprinkling of marshmallows on the hot chocolate. Delicious:)
I absolutely loved that the author wrote this for us. After such a brilliant series I didn't think the author could get any better. Well she did. Pure perfection. We get to read more of the brothers and what happened after book three.
This is a must read for anyone that read and loved this series. A sprinkling of marshmallows on the hot chocolate. Delicious:)
August 26, 2015
Oh my what an ending, lovely to catch up with these boy's, and finally Even and Lacey joined forever, can't wait for the story about Keeley and tar,
June 12, 2019
Awesome Awesome Awesome!!!! I love this series and the novella gave me that last little tidbit I needed until Lora Ann brings the brothers back in another story. After reading the Strand Brothers Series I am totally fantasizing about there being a Strand Brother out there for me!
October 21, 2015
This is not a stand alone it needs to be read in order in the series, Branded, Bound, Broken and then this one Bliss, this is a continuation of Even and Lacey's story, they share a special love, in the last book Broken Even was badley injured, he is now on the way to recovery and trying to get into the best shape possible for his up and coming wedding to Lacey, he doesn't want to let her down especially on their honeymoon, as usual things happen along the way, but the brother's and their ladies stand as one.
I have enjoyed everyone of the books in this series, i hope we get another book to hear more about Lacey's sister Keeley and Tar.
Well done Lora Ann a really enjoyable series and i will definitely be reading more of your work.
I have enjoyed everyone of the books in this series, i hope we get another book to hear more about Lacey's sister Keeley and Tar.
Well done Lora Ann a really enjoyable series and i will definitely be reading more of your work.
October 16, 2016
Love makes the body strong (maybe spoilers)
Even is not a patient man and he doesn't do weakness but after what has happened to him he has to learn patience and also to understand that others helping him are not a sign of weakness. Even did a deal with God for letting him live will he be able to keep his promise when all he wants to do is show Lacey the woman he loves how much he craves her. The mind might be willing but the body just isn't able his brother's and tar are on hand to help him mend his broken body it's going to be a long few weeks to be able to have the strength he needs for his honeymoon. Can they all pull this task off is Even able to let someone else take control and take advice from them after all he is a true master you really need to read it to find out. Lora Ann yet again you didn't just write a story I was living it the love Even has for Lacey shines through you words absolutely loved this book a must read
Even is not a patient man and he doesn't do weakness but after what has happened to him he has to learn patience and also to understand that others helping him are not a sign of weakness. Even did a deal with God for letting him live will he be able to keep his promise when all he wants to do is show Lacey the woman he loves how much he craves her. The mind might be willing but the body just isn't able his brother's and tar are on hand to help him mend his broken body it's going to be a long few weeks to be able to have the strength he needs for his honeymoon. Can they all pull this task off is Even able to let someone else take control and take advice from them after all he is a true master you really need to read it to find out. Lora Ann yet again you didn't just write a story I was living it the love Even has for Lacey shines through you words absolutely loved this book a must read
August 7, 2016
1st BASE !! 2nd BASE !!! 3rd BASE!! NO HOME RUN TILL WEDDING!!!!!!
QUOTE,,, You deserve to be cared for, Lacey. I can be difficult. Demanding. Hard to tolerate. But you own me. Every single part. I'm so fooking in love with you. And I will do my damnedest to make sure you know just how much every single day. You are mine. Forever and always.
This was a fun book to the Strand Brothers Trilogy!!! Getting ready to start the BEAUTIFUL ASHES SERIES ,,, Dark,,, which is Laceys twin ,, Keeley. Totally recommend to start at the beginning to get to know all the characters. The good guys and the bad guys. AWESOME JOB LORA ANN!!
QUOTE,,, You deserve to be cared for, Lacey. I can be difficult. Demanding. Hard to tolerate. But you own me. Every single part. I'm so fooking in love with you. And I will do my damnedest to make sure you know just how much every single day. You are mine. Forever and always.
This was a fun book to the Strand Brothers Trilogy!!! Getting ready to start the BEAUTIFUL ASHES SERIES ,,, Dark,,, which is Laceys twin ,, Keeley. Totally recommend to start at the beginning to get to know all the characters. The good guys and the bad guys. AWESOME JOB LORA ANN!!
April 23, 2016
Total Bliss
This again is another fantastic read by Lora. Even and Lacey are so darn sexy totally jealous of Lacey not going to lie. Everyone needs to read the whole series this will not disappoint.
This again is another fantastic read by Lora. Even and Lacey are so darn sexy totally jealous of Lacey not going to lie. Everyone needs to read the whole series this will not disappoint.
September 5, 2016
A great little continuation into the lives of the Strand Brothers and the women they love. I enjoyed reading it.
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