E.R. nurse Leila Matthews’s whole life turned upon one single sentence: “Brody, I’m pregnant.” What she thought would be the happiest day of her life became a nightmare as she was abandoned by the father of her soon-to-be-born child. If her friend Jaxon wasn’t there to pick up the pieces, she couldn’t have coped. Then what had started out as a deep and abiding friendship became a soul-searing love.
Yet, while Jaxon is the man of her dreams, Leila doesn’t want her child to grow up not knowing its father. The situation, a triangle involving tortured pasts and unstoppable passion, will test everyone involved. Both suitors will seek forgiveness for terrible mistakes, and Leila will soon be pulled between two powerful men: a handsome CEO who owns all he surveys, and an ex-soldier whose M.C. teeters on the brink of the unforgivable. Leila must choose the man who is perfect for her future…and for the future of her child.
A.F. Crowell lives in Charleston, SC with her husband and two sons. They have two dogs, Diesel, a German Shepherd rescue and Dez, a black Labrador Retriever. She shares her love of books with her children, who have a head start on becoming life-long readers.
Romance fiction hit her radar when her husband forced her to watch Twilight one weekend when they were snowed in. That was it! From there her love grew; Contemporary Romance, Paranormal, YA and Dystopian are her preferred reads.
I was given an ARC with the promise of an honest review. So many things to say! Is it good? It's better than good! I read Pushed and fell in love with it even though it has a cliffhanger ending. I'm here to tell you that this one? It's even better! Yes, there is a cliffhanger and normally that irritates me because I have issues remembering the previous book. I can say for sure that I won't have the same issue with this series because it's so freaking good I could never forget! These characters are so fascinating! They all have their own issues that drag you in and you can feel for them! Lei? Love her, want to hug her and sympathize with her. She has a vulnerability that sucks me in every time but shows her strength in other ways. Brody? Sexy, determined, stubborn, supportive (not always as anyone who read Pushed knows) Jaxon? Him and Brody have so many similarities and yet so different. Let me tell you though...if what I suspect about the MC becomes fact I may have to hurt someone! If things go down wrong? I'm going to jump all over my kindle and break it! Hahaha! Yeah, I love these guys. I love Jane, too. Lei needs her strength and honesty to deal with these two guys. With the baby coming it helps to have a couple of females around for support in that area. She really needs to pull up her big girl panties and make final decisions. I only hope she decides to go with...nvm, I'm not sharing this part! If you haven't had the pleasure of reading Pushed yet, please do so before you read this bad boy. ;)
Received a copy for an honest review. Pulled picks up at the end of Pushed and low and behold you are in for a ride that has a love/hate relationship with the characters. AF Crowell gave us such great characters in Jaxon, Brody and Leila. There are so many ups and downs in this book. I found myself loving Brody and Jaxon then I am frustrated with both of them. Leila is another story. I was cheering for her but she has her moments of being able to frustrate me. I wanted to reach into the story and tell all of them to pull their heads out. It is like a huge game of tug of war and you are waiting for the rope to tear so there will be a release. AF Crowell Pushed now she has Pulled and oh how I am ready to be Torn. This series is appropriately named because you get all the emotions to feel exactly what the titles describe. I want Torn now because I want to see what in the world are these three going to do. You get heat, banter, stubbornness and moments of what the hell. I like the side characters as well because they give a good balance. Will Leila continue to be Pulled or will she figure out what her heart is telling her before she is Torn? Will Brody or Jaxon end up with Leila and if so can Leila handle the past and the secrets? I want to know more about what Jaxon has going on! Highly recommend this series. Love AF Crowell.
As a lucky Beta reader, I didn't have to wait long to read Pulled. I was left heart broken and wondering what was going to happen between Leila and Brody. Brody's reaction to Leila's news was not what she expected, and that one night changed Leila's future forever. Heart broken and stunned, Leila turns to Jaxon, the hot, sexy as sin, bad boy biker dude. What starts as a friendship, soon turns into so much more. As Leila and Jaxon's relationship blossoms, secrets and outside influences threaten their happily ever after. Once again Leila is left heart broken and questioning if she is doomed for love. As luck has it, Brody is there to help, stirring up old feelings she once had. Neither Brody nor Jaxon are willing to give up. Both want Leila, but who does she want more? I loved every part of this book. I felt like I was part of tornado, my emotions twisting and turning in all different directions. AF Crowell once again did an amazing job. Looking forward to what she has in store for Leila, Jaxon and Brody in Torn (book 3 of the Torn Series).
After reading the first book, I could not wait to get into book 2. This book literally ripped me into but in a good way. Right now I am just sitting here thinking about what in the world is going to happen!!!
When book 1 ends, I was so mad at Brody at how he reacted to Leila’s pregnancy. I was hoping there was a reason for it but also I was hoping Brody would get it together. I was pissed at Brody throughout half of this book. I wanted to scream and shake him and tell him he needed to wake up because he was losing his whole world. Then comes Jaxon.
I also fell in love with Jaxon. He was threw for Leila without skipping a beat. When Brody left her high and dry, Jaxon was there to pick up the pieces. He was so sweet and loving to Leila and so excited about the pregnancy. Then he also pissed me off.
The men in this book literally have me torn in too. How can I pick just one?? Yes Brody made mistakes but he is trying and then Jaxon also made mistakes but he is also trying to do better. How am I supposed to feel about her only being with one??? I can’t make myself choose between just one and I know someone’s heart is going to be completely broken. I loved this book and I honestly cannot wait to get my hands on book 3. If you haven’t read these books you are missing out so much because they are amazing!!!
I was one of the lucky ones that got to BETA read this baby. I have been dying to get my hands on this book. Pulled starts right where Pushed ended. I have to say that I love it when authors do that. No confusion. No flashbacks. I was hooked from the moment I turned to chapter one. AF Crowell really knows how to draw you in and keep you hooked throughout the entire story. I couldnt put it down. In this book the title really does tell you alot about the story. With every thing that happened with Leila, Brody and JAXON poor Leila is definitely being pulled in 2 very different directions. I cant wait to find out which man she chooses. Im for sure TORN. I cant believe how twisted my emotions got. One minute I loved Jaxon, the next it was Brody. I kept changing my opinion on both men throughout the book. I didnt know that was possible. I cant wait for the conclusion in TORN.
Pulled book 2 in the Torn Series by AF Crowell... This book continues where Pushed (book 1) left off. It drew me in right from the beginning. I literally couldn't put it down. I carried my kindle everywhere -that's how good it was!! I'm so torn right now...my emotions were going back and forth between Brody & Jaxon. The title of this fits to a T as Leila is being pulled in two different directions. Which guy is she going to end up with Brody or Jaxon? Find out in Torn (Book 3) which can't come soon enough.
*Awesome book, I give it 5 stars Highly recommend but read Pushed first*
The story picked up where Pushed ended. The series is well named I am truly torn, I initially was in like with Brody and loved Jaxon now I am just so disappointed in both of them. Leila deserves her HEA. I loved the story, this book did what a good story should it pulled me in as if this was happening to a friend. I give book 5 well deserved stars, good story, hot sex & yummy book boyfriends A. j. Crowell book 3 can't come fast enough for me.
Well holy crap you've gone and done it again AF Crowell. You made me Fall in love with both Brody and Jaxon. And I will not choose between them. I understand things are tough between Lei and Brody and Jaxon but I refuse to pick sides. I'm hoping For the best outcome though. I'm also think that there are some surprises in store for us in Torn. Can't wait to see what happens and how it all comes together
I am so interned in Jaxon, Lei & Brody's story I just can't see straight. Both men are special in their own ways and both men love Lei so fiercely that I think The Torn series is the perfect name for this trilogy. Because I am so totally torn between the two I just don't know how Lei will choose. ❤️
This second book in the Torn Series is as exciting as Pushed. All sorts of twists and turns continue to plague Leila. You'll be left anxiously awaiting the final book, Torn!!
Wow! Not only did the first book leave you with a cliffhanger but it picks right back up in the 2nd book of the series. I loved reading the diff pov's of Leila, Jaxon & Brody. Her brother Drew is ever so protective, & her bestfriend Barb keeps the humor & helps her friend in ways nobody else can. Jane is like the mother Leila lost & gives her advice that not only confuses her more but guides her to the choice she needs to make. Leila has to choose between Brody (the baby daddy) who left her heart broken after telling him the news. Than there is Jaxon who is there as a friend picking up the pieces & they fall in love. Her German Shepard Ruger is protective over Leila especially with her growing bump that he will not let anybody raise their voice at her. This book will be hard to put down but so worth the ups, downs & all the laughs you get.
My Review For Pulled by AF. Crowell 5+++++ Oh my…....This story just continues to get better and better. I seriously could not put this book down, it’s just that good. The writing is superb! This triangle of love has so many twists and turns, happy and heart- broken moments. I love Brody and Leila, but I’m really in love with Jax and Leila. I’m on pins and needles waiting for the next book so, that I can find out just what happens! I’ve waited forever to read a good honest love triangle and AF you have given me that and so much more. This is without a doubt a series to read. The names of the books, so fit the storyline. I highly recommend this series…Bring on Torn!!!
This is book 2 of the series and follows on directly from Pushed, book 1. Again I really enjoyed this book. It is very much character driven, we get to see more of Leila, Brody and Jaxon. We join Leila through her rollercoaster pregnancy. Where she is both abandoned and saved by Jaxon and Brody in different ways. Can she forgive them for abandoning her in her hour of need, can she love 2 men for different reasons, who will win her heart. All these questions kept me intrigued and entertained throughout the book. I have to say that both men have their redeeming qualities and I wouldn't be able to choose if I were Leila. This book is really well written and I am already eagerly anticipating book three in the series. I award this book 5 stars ~ Rosie
Leila, Brody, and Jaxon are back!! Woohoo!! Leila is in the middle of her pregnancy and broken hearted. Falling in love with Jaxon wasn't in her plans but soon it happens.
I'm so invested in these characters are so much that I'm finding myself torn between loving and hating Brody and Jaxon myself. From the every first sentence on the very first page, you will be PULLED in and wanting more!
AF Crowell has totally shown that writing and storytelling is coursing thru her blood!!
I cannot say how much I adore Jax and Leila. They have that easy back and forth that I think we could all want. The only issue is Jax sometimes hides things and handles it poorly when Leila asks after it.
But compared to Brody? Jax wins. Hands down. Yes, Brody does have his moments, but are they too little, too late?
Leila comes across with much more integrity as the book continues and you are rooting for her to choose the right man and make the best situation for her and the baby.
AF really outdid herself and I for sure will be white-knuckling until Torn: Book 3 appears!
I don't know if my heart can take the final book in this series. I am scared AF Crowell is going to rip my heart out. This is not one of those books where you know without a doubt who is going to end up together in the end.
This series has been amazing. I do not want to give out any spoilers so I am just going to say. READ this book. If you haven't read PUSHED yet do it NOW !!! This is one of those stories that you will fall in love with and be thinking about it for days, weeks, months to come..
Well holy crap you've gone and done it again AF Crowell. You made me Fallon love with both Brody and Jaxon. And I will not choose between them. I understand things are tough between Lei and Brody and Jaxon but I refuse to pick sides. I'm hoping For the best outcome though. I'm also think that there are some surprises in store for us in Torn. Can't wait to see what happens and how it all comes together
Wow idk what to say about this book! I loved it from beginning to end. As soon as a finished pushed I had to read this because of the ending. I honestly don't know which guy Lei should be with. Both men have such different personalities but both of them are so good to her. I loved reading Jaxon's POV. It just added to the interest of the book to me. Hopefully she can pick between those two men because I wouldn't be able to. Can't wait to read the next one!
All I can really say is awesome. Not only does this book take up from the first one without skipping a beat it grabs you in even deeper. The characters still make you love then hate them then love them again. Book three can not get here soon enough. AF Crowell you are so freaking awesome.
Well if I thought that Pushed was a gripping, angst riddled, fantastic read....Pulled is ten times more! Holy moley is this book fantastic! This series is in my top 5 of 2015 and not likely to be pulled in 2016! I can not wait to read torn! A.F. thank you so much for sharing your talent with the world! You are amazing!
This second book just keeps getting better and better. These three are killing me with the ins and outs. I love these characters but I am pulling for Jax. He is the winner in my book. I cannot wait to see how this turns out. Great writing and a fantastic storyline.
What do you do when you are caught in the middle of to hit men ... Both have their issues and you love them both the same ??? Leila has to think hard and choose wisely ... Jaxon picks up the broken pieces that Brody leaves of leilas heart... But in the end is join the right choice ??
The second book in the Torn trilogy left me pushed, pulled and torn all in one sitting. AF Crowell has done a fantastic job taking the reader on this roller coaster journey.
This kicks off right when Pushed ended. Lei leaving Brody because he couldn't handle her announcement that she is pregnant. That leaves the door wide open for Jaxon to come in and save her. In Lei's mind Brodyis out of the picture and the friendship startsto develop between her and Jaxon. Their friendship grows its easy tosee Jaxon can be everything Brody won't be. Unfortunately though Jaxon is hiding a lot of secrets things he cant really share with Lei who already has trust issues, this makes it worse. In the meantime Brody figuring out that he can handle new situation starts to work on building a friendship with Lei to earn her trust back.
AF Crowell does a good job depicting her main characters in such a way you can see all sides which can be hard to do. While I know who I want with Lei AF is not playing her hand at all. I enjoyed seeing the characters grow especially Brody who begins to realize that what he thought he wanted isn't at all.
With one book left I am hoping I am right with my prediction on who Lei ends up with, either way I can't wait to read wait AF has in store.
This is the 2nd book of the Torn series ,I recommended to read the first one to understand or get the characters . This story picks up where Pushed left off Leila just letting Brody know she is expecting his baby and ,Brody being douche about it. Jaxon completely picked up the pieces for Leila in this book and they became really great friends.I was not a huge fan of Leila in Pushed she was kind of immature and bratty to me I completely changed my mine in this novel I really understood her better, She is really trying to put the baby first in everything. I also found Brody to be a little bit arrogant of full of himself, I do believe he had feelings for Leila. This entire book I was so team Jaxon and then Boom now I am kinda team Brody. I have NEVER flip- flopped so much in a book about wheather I love or hate the characters . This is another cliff hanger which sucks that I have to wait to figure out what Leila is going to do ,I think she should just move and start over screw them both but them I love Jaxon the jerk and Brody the brat. I can not wait for the next book.
Hero(s) rating: 2 stars Heroine rating: 1 stars Sexual tension rating: 2 stars Sex scenes rating: 3 stars Sex scenes frequency: 2 stars Plot rating: 2 stars Dialogue rating: 1.5 stars Other woman/men drama: Storytelling rating: 2.5 stars Story ending rating: 2.5 stars Cliffhanger: HEA: ********************************************** Overall rating: 2 stars
To say this story took a major dive out of nowhere would be an overstatement. Complete madness!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am pissed off with this whole story and how much I grew to actually hate the h and was rooting for our original H (Brody) despite what he did. He tried to redeem himself. I like Jaxon as well but GAH!!
Leila was a walking contradiction. That's all I can say.
After finishing the cliffhanger ending of Pushed, the first in the series, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book. You need to read Pushed before starting this one. Believe me, it's going to be worth it. This is one series you do not want to miss.
I found myself quickly caught up in the story again by the end of the first chapter. My emotions were all over the place. My heart was breaking for Leila. I hated Brody. Jaxon is just my hero.In my opinion he was way more deserving of Leila's love than Brody. That is, until he started doing some pretty hurtful things. I really had trouble with Brody's actions at the end of Pushed. He has a lot to make up for.
I can't wait to read more in Torn, the third in the series. I will be reading it as soon as I can get my hands on it.
OH MY GOODNESS!!!!! What an AMAZINGLY emotional ride!!! Such a wonderful story with Leila, Brody and Jaxon and the ups and downs they all have. AF Crowell has written so much heart and anguish into her characters that I am right there with them; feeling the joy, the pain, wiping tears, shaking my head and flipping pages faster and faster. I cannot guess where their journey will take them, what roads are ahead of them and how things will turn out. I’m so TORN in my own feelings that I am on the edge of my seat waiting for the next book and find out where she takes us all. I need more than five stars!!
I'm not going to lie, I read this in one sitting. It. Was. Amazing!
Leila, Brody, and Jaxon are in one tangled mess! After Brody freaks out on Leila about her pregnancy, Jaxon comes to the rescue. He steps up to help Leila with whatever she needs. Their friendship continues to grow until it becomes more. Just when you think you know what's going to happen, something else completely different happens. I was so torn throughout the book there were so many different emotions she made you feel in each page. I seriously couldn't put it down! I'm definitely Team Brody and I can't wait to find out what happens next! This is quickly becoming one of my favorite series!
I know why this book was called Pulled it pulled you in all different direction. It's continued where Leila leave Brody and gets on a plane with Jaxon and that when Leila and Jaxon friendship turns into something more and this is where you get Pulled because Brody still love Leila. I must say I am on Brody side l do like Jaxon but he always put his club first. Can't wait for Torn. Highly Recommend you read this series Pushed first then Pulled. Fantastic AF. Crowell.!!!!!!!