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By Design #4
Rough Drafts
One Year Later: Senator Candace Reid is beginning her campaign for Governor of New York in earnest. Things have been relatively quiet in the Senator's life. She and Jameson have fallen into a familiar routine, navigating work commitments and inevitable separations.
Now, Jameson is about to confront a demon from her past. While, Canadace's three grown children present the couple with a few surprises of their own. Candace and Jameson are about to discover that life seldom remains predictable when politics and parenthood mix. That means changing plans. New plans begins with creating some Rough Drafts.
Now, Jameson is about to confront a demon from her past. While, Canadace's three grown children present the couple with a few surprises of their own. Candace and Jameson are about to discover that life seldom remains predictable when politics and parenthood mix. That means changing plans. New plans begins with creating some Rough Drafts.
158 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 26, 2015
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September 2, 2015
As I've already said, this is a great series.
PS: Where do I apply to be part of J.D. & Candace's family?
PS: Where do I apply to be part of J.D. & Candace's family?
July 4, 2022
The saga continues!
And just gets better and better. More laughs more surprises. It's like living with them in a way as you get caught up in the ups and downs of their lives. Just proves no one is perfect and no family is perfect. But together you can overcome most things thrown at you. Great sequel off to number five now.
It's like a mini soap opera :)
And just gets better and better. More laughs more surprises. It's like living with them in a way as you get caught up in the ups and downs of their lives. Just proves no one is perfect and no family is perfect. But together you can overcome most things thrown at you. Great sequel off to number five now.
It's like a mini soap opera :)
September 2, 2015
I love this series! I know it will not last forever, but I will enjoy it as long as I can. JD & Candace make me laugh, as did Spencer, but they also make me feel mushy...and I so enjoy mushy! I am captivated by Candace's strength and JD's vulnerability. Keep writing them and I'll keep reading them. and if not, I'll just read one of this author's other series, which are great too. If you haven't tried them, do so now!
December 10, 2017
This is book 4 of the Design Series. Currently there are 10 books. Some are over 300+ pages. This one is only about 158 pages. Not only is it a romance between two women but also about their ever-going family. This is a pleasant series to pass a quiet weekend.
September 5, 2015
This was good, and a lot happens, but I'm interested to see how things pay off in the next installment.
January 14, 2022
The saga continues this time giving some storyline to Jameson's past family drama, unexpected baby news, and the ongoing campaign for Governor. There is still fun and love but with a more series tone. This book is also slightly longer (157 pages) but still what I consider a novella. (3.5 stars)
March 6, 2020
...and the drama continues.
December 1, 2020
Great series; I like having a series where the relationship develops and we follow them through the next stages and more day to day life. I'd be ok with some of the funny lines evolving with the story though.
September 6, 2015
Another installment to this story. Still a good story with lots of humor! Another book is in the works. Looking forward to it.
May 17, 2018
Amazing!
A well written fourth installment in the story of Candace and Jameson, this book sees some major changes for all involved. Jameson faces a demon and tries to reconcile past hurt. Candace is starting her run for governor and fires her campaign manager over trust issues. Candace's three adult children are all facing major changes as well, relying on Candace and Jameson for guidance. The characters continue to grow more complex with each book in this series. If you enjoy lesbian love stories with plenty of happiness (but not sappiness) be sure to add this book to your must-read list.
(No cliff-hanger.)
A well written fourth installment in the story of Candace and Jameson, this book sees some major changes for all involved. Jameson faces a demon and tries to reconcile past hurt. Candace is starting her run for governor and fires her campaign manager over trust issues. Candace's three adult children are all facing major changes as well, relying on Candace and Jameson for guidance. The characters continue to grow more complex with each book in this series. If you enjoy lesbian love stories with plenty of happiness (but not sappiness) be sure to add this book to your must-read list.
(No cliff-hanger.)
January 12, 2019
The love hasn't changed and the story just gets better. I know a lot of people aren't going to like the politics and the many things that seem like they wouldn't work in a romance, but I'm here to tell you- nothing is too much. It's realistic! We all have pasts and we all have issues that we've put off for 20 years or more and have to eventually face, and hope were lucky enough to do it with a partner that totally supports us. Its wonderful. Can't wait to get into book 5!
March 30, 2018
Strong continuation
While not quite as impressive as the previous book in the series, this story does a good job of advancing the character development and storyline. The chemistry between the leading ladies and the development of the children as strong supporting characters is particularly nice.
While not quite as impressive as the previous book in the series, this story does a good job of advancing the character development and storyline. The chemistry between the leading ladies and the development of the children as strong supporting characters is particularly nice.
June 30, 2019
ARMSTRONG DOES MIRACLES
This is the first time I have loved a book series from book 1 to book 5 now. Usually like at book 3, I get bored and find some cliches that piss me off but this... this is good stuff that keeps me interested in every chapter and yearning for the next book.
Very good stuff.
This is the first time I have loved a book series from book 1 to book 5 now. Usually like at book 3, I get bored and find some cliches that piss me off but this... this is good stuff that keeps me interested in every chapter and yearning for the next book.
Very good stuff.
June 28, 2020
This book had a little bit more angst and drama than the previous books and I couldn't stop reading. Surprises and what consequenses those bring to the entire family.
I loved Pearl's son Jeffry and his history with Candance and to learn more about Jameson's past.
I can't wait to know more about the Fletcher-Reid family.
I loved Pearl's son Jeffry and his history with Candance and to learn more about Jameson's past.
I can't wait to know more about the Fletcher-Reid family.
March 3, 2018
The characters face new and bigger challenges in this book of the series. The chemistry between all the characters continues to flow as well as grow. Between campaigns, past demons, and unexpected futures the family will stick by each other and make it through it all.
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July 19, 2021Book 4
Fletcher-Reid clan are back in the fourth book of the series by JA Armstrong. We further dive into their lives and meet new members as the family continues to grow. This series is strong in love, laughter and sentiments. Looking forward to the next addition in the series.
Fletcher-Reid clan are back in the fourth book of the series by JA Armstrong. We further dive into their lives and meet new members as the family continues to grow. This series is strong in love, laughter and sentiments. Looking forward to the next addition in the series.
March 8, 2024
If a book makes my heart happy, it gets a 5* review. I can not get enough of these quick, heartfelt reads. In this installment, we see more of how the greater family units of Jameson and Candace grow together.
May 13, 2017
Since I enjoyed the books of the series I continued to read as I had access to the first six books.
September 20, 2017
Wow
What a turn of events... like the last 3 books in this series this is an amazing read. What a wonderful family. Can't wait to read book 5..
What a turn of events... like the last 3 books in this series this is an amazing read. What a wonderful family. Can't wait to read book 5..
February 23, 2018
ROUGH DRAFTS
Oh my, I love this series. Who is going to have the next baby? Think we will find out in the next novel? I am on my way to find out.
Oh my, I love this series. Who is going to have the next baby? Think we will find out in the next novel? I am on my way to find out.
November 22, 2019
Everyone just gets bett
Well book four now thats three books on one day and one is a oy to read bring on number five but not tiday sleep is calling
Well book four now thats three books on one day and one is a oy to read bring on number five but not tiday sleep is calling
April 25, 2020
The saga continues. I would have liked a bit longer books instead of all the short ones
October 13, 2021
Good book
So far I have thought this series is great. I love how all the characters interact with each other and how they will be there for each other no matter what.
So far I have thought this series is great. I love how all the characters interact with each other and how they will be there for each other no matter what.
May 13, 2022
Sweet story
I have enjoyed this funny heartfelt story of Candace and Jamison as they go thru life together as the grown children keep thing exciting.
I have enjoyed this funny heartfelt story of Candace and Jamison as they go thru life together as the grown children keep thing exciting.
February 11, 2024
A heartwarming book of familial relationships and passion with a partner.
April 23, 2024
4.5 stars. So cute. This family loves having babies my goodness. LOL. I love these characters so much.
May 7, 2024
Love Candace & Jameson!. There's 16 of these little buggers to work my way through.. not that it's a hardship. I wonder if I can get them all read by the weekend 🤔.
September 25, 2025
Things are heating up and getting complicated for the household. I love this series and the characters.
March 10, 2021
Okay so life is going well then a small spanner in the works. It seems like everyone thought Candace would be angry but i thought her reaction to the news was slightly dull. I wonder how this new baby will affect them and how long this new large happy family will stay a happy family. It seems like they are all coming together.
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March 15, 2022
Really good series. Hope the series continues.
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