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Legacies
The sequel to Hook Up further challenges stereotypical ideas about love, relationships, gender identity and sexuality. Reunite with Macy and Tobias as they continue their journey through the ups and downs of life. The story of their friend Emma's life unfolds and we discover details about her legacy, Sirens Hotel and the 'family' of people who run it — all of whom have had their lives changed for the better by 'The Countess.' Macy's family and friends work harder than ever to try to broaden the boundaries of relationships and celebrate life and love in all its diversity, without prejudice. They learn that life is too short hide your true self, so it is worth living to the fullest! Contains adult content.
94 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 30, 2015
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May 30, 2016
In this sequel to Hook-Up we get to know Macy better (I have also read the first book 'Hook Up') This story was well written and I enjoyed reading it. It was a very relaxing read, and I love the message in the story that everyone, no matter what their choices in life are, and whether those choices are different than my own or not, deserves not to be judged for those decisions, and if everyone accepted the diversity of love, humans are capable of, the world would be a better place.
April 22, 2017
I was excited to read more about Macy and Tobias, and loved the introduction of new characters and their complicated, dark pasts. Dark pasts that were turned into hopeful futures. The characters we knew from the first book become even more lovable in the second, and compel you to keep reading. Harvey Jones does a wonderful job of normalizing love of all kinds in these stories. Wonderful afternoon read!
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July 9, 2016"Legacies, subtitle: We are who we are" is an erotic fantasy novelette. Even though short it is much more than erotic literature. What sets it apart is that author Harvey Jones does not write lopsided erotica. She offers a complete spectrum of fantasies.
"Legacies" really describes a concept of "living and loving your way."
Though, at times, I felt the story was packing too much content, it is also the book's greatest strength. The story begins with Emma and Maylee's story. Emma has a flashback and remembers how her "good fortune" began. A child prostitute, she met Maylee, who because she is older teaches Emma, how to stay safe in this business.
When they discover that they are attracted to each other, they have made it. From then on, they can offer "their show" to clients. Matt, a rich American with pending divorce #4, brings them to the US, where they also get college education in return for tending to Matt and his friends. Sadly, Maylee gets addicted to drugs and dies.
Devastated, Emma grabs the money Maylee had hidden and runs... all the way to England... Heartbroken she brakes down in England, and good Fortune brings her to Brighton, where she meets Betty, a hotel owner. Betty, who has suffered many tragedies is like a surrogate mother to her and teaches Emma everything about the hotel business.
Eventually, after Betty's death, Emma will use this knowledge to set up her own foundation to help girls in despair, renovate a hotel in Tenby, South Wales and create a fantasy dream world for the hotel guests with everything the reader can imagine ( and more).
When Emma passes away from cancer, Macy & Tobias take over, but there are also Tom and Sanka, who will have a baby (Emma Bee), Scott, Daniel, Sam, Anton, Maxi, Carys... and all of them have "interesting love lives."
And, they live it!
".... A few people looked at them oddly when they left as Tobias was now dressed as Chantelle in her powder blue dress and looked stunning. Macy was wearing a halternack red flowery dress which showed off her large, curvy body. Neither of them thought twice about what other people thought - it was their life and their choice. Giggling, they hailed a cab..."
The beauty of the book is that author Jan Harvey lets their worlds coexist in mutual respect. Yes, the book features quite a bit of sex, but it also features weddings, babies and baby showers, traveling, and starting businesses... The book answers the question, which gets uttered quite frequently, "Why can't we all get along?" with "Yes, we can! (if we only try)"
The credo is "Don't waste time, enjoy your life now, honey!"
I received a free review copy of this very entertaining book in exchange for an objective an unbiased review.
Gisela Hausmann, author and blogger
"Legacies" really describes a concept of "living and loving your way."
Though, at times, I felt the story was packing too much content, it is also the book's greatest strength. The story begins with Emma and Maylee's story. Emma has a flashback and remembers how her "good fortune" began. A child prostitute, she met Maylee, who because she is older teaches Emma, how to stay safe in this business.
When they discover that they are attracted to each other, they have made it. From then on, they can offer "their show" to clients. Matt, a rich American with pending divorce #4, brings them to the US, where they also get college education in return for tending to Matt and his friends. Sadly, Maylee gets addicted to drugs and dies.
Devastated, Emma grabs the money Maylee had hidden and runs... all the way to England... Heartbroken she brakes down in England, and good Fortune brings her to Brighton, where she meets Betty, a hotel owner. Betty, who has suffered many tragedies is like a surrogate mother to her and teaches Emma everything about the hotel business.
Eventually, after Betty's death, Emma will use this knowledge to set up her own foundation to help girls in despair, renovate a hotel in Tenby, South Wales and create a fantasy dream world for the hotel guests with everything the reader can imagine ( and more).
When Emma passes away from cancer, Macy & Tobias take over, but there are also Tom and Sanka, who will have a baby (Emma Bee), Scott, Daniel, Sam, Anton, Maxi, Carys... and all of them have "interesting love lives."
And, they live it!
".... A few people looked at them oddly when they left as Tobias was now dressed as Chantelle in her powder blue dress and looked stunning. Macy was wearing a halternack red flowery dress which showed off her large, curvy body. Neither of them thought twice about what other people thought - it was their life and their choice. Giggling, they hailed a cab..."
The beauty of the book is that author Jan Harvey lets their worlds coexist in mutual respect. Yes, the book features quite a bit of sex, but it also features weddings, babies and baby showers, traveling, and starting businesses... The book answers the question, which gets uttered quite frequently, "Why can't we all get along?" with "Yes, we can! (if we only try)"
The credo is "Don't waste time, enjoy your life now, honey!"
I received a free review copy of this very entertaining book in exchange for an objective an unbiased review.
Gisela Hausmann, author and blogger
April 18, 2016
The story continued on from Hook up by telling the story of the hardship and troubled life of Emma, I was really enjoying it up until the point that every character who was related to Macy had a problem with their sexuality, that in one family we had a gay male couple (Macy's Son), a couple that had a crossdressing husband and a wife who was a Dominatrix also swingers (Macy and Tobias) and another couple where the girlfriend was a transgender (Macy's other son's girlfriend) if the story had just concentrated on the main characters helping others at the hotel it would have been a great story of acceptance but it just went a little to far and became to much and lost all credibility.
I felt that it had become very over the top when it could have told more about the people who visited the hotel or who worked there and Macy could have helped them with the same sexual problems and needs instead.
Disappointed and I struggled to finish it when it could have been so good.
I felt that it had become very over the top when it could have told more about the people who visited the hotel or who worked there and Macy could have helped them with the same sexual problems and needs instead.
Disappointed and I struggled to finish it when it could have been so good.
January 3, 2016
Having read Hook Up not too long ago, the characters of Macy and Tobias were still fresh in my mind. This sequel weaves in new characters and takes the storyline in a totally unexpected direction. The main theme as before was tolerance and acceptance and here we see that beauty may be found in places where others see ugliness and that love may be found, sometimes and in fact often, in unexpected places. As always, I don't want to give away spoilers, but suffice it to say Legacies by Harvey Jones has many layers and if you are able to open up your mind and see beyond the barriers then you will enjoy this book very much.
May 3, 2016
Having read "Hook Up," I enjoyed reading more about Macy and Tobias' relationship as it evolved in the sequel. This book also goes into Emma's background. There is sex, drama and intrigue throughout the narrative, all making "Legacies" a thoroughly fun and fast read. Like it's predecessor, "Legacies" delves into important social issues - very relevant and needed at this time - teaching tolerance and acceptance, while also telling an interesting story. I highly recommend this book; it comes at a time when education and appreciation of alternative lifestyles is particularly significant and necessary.
April 11, 2016
I read legacies before I read hook up, I still was able to get into the book and understand it. I actually thought this book was a sweet book, it shows how people are kind, caring and accepting of who others are no matter their choices.
The only reason I gave it 4/5 stars was because of the age, I'm 24 and it could have been my grandad/ nanna embarking on these lust and love filled relationships. However, that being said, if i forgot about the age I really enjoyed it.
The only reason I gave it 4/5 stars was because of the age, I'm 24 and it could have been my grandad/ nanna embarking on these lust and love filled relationships. However, that being said, if i forgot about the age I really enjoyed it.
April 12, 2016
I read legacies before I read hook up, I still was able to get into the book and understand it. I actually thought this book was a sweet book, it shows how people are kind, caring and accepting of who others are no matter their choices.
The only reason I gave it 4/5 stars was because of the age, I’m 24 and it could have been my grandad/ nanna embarking on these lust and love filled relationships. However, that being said, if i forgot about the age I really enjoyed it.
The only reason I gave it 4/5 stars was because of the age, I’m 24 and it could have been my grandad/ nanna embarking on these lust and love filled relationships. However, that being said, if i forgot about the age I really enjoyed it.
September 9, 2016
Legacies continue from the authors first book Hook Up. It adds new characters and you get to "meet" the family. Really enjoyed reading this. Lots of sexy scenes, great storyline and at times it makes you hold your breathe. Happy and sad parts. exactly what a should have. Great characters and beautifully written would recommend this to any romance and short story fans xx
March 31, 2017
Having read the first book Hook Up, I was curious to see where Legacies was going to go. It was interesting to read more about Macy and Tobias' relationship and to learn about her children and their lives. I also enjoyed "meeting" new people and seeing examples of the impact that one person can have on the lives of others. This story was another great example of the importance of tolerance and acceptance of diversity. A recommended read!
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