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Second Chances Soulmate
This book has been immensely amended, due to all the advice, received from the readers.
Imagine waking up in bed next to a stranger...NAKED and the night was a mystery to the both of you!!!
Samara thought that she had found her soulmate, Hunter until that one shattering night when fate had played a cruel game on her and he broke her heart.
Because of her pompous father, she was arranged to marry the son of his potential new business partner in London that she had no clue about. She was not even shown a photograph of him. Was he ugly, was he bald, was he fat?
To make things worse, she was not only marrying a complete stranger but she was becoming a mother to his young son. She was not ready to take on either role. She wondered if the child would resent her as she resented her stepmother!
She could not go against her father's wishes because he was a prominent business Tycoon and her refusal would ultimately cause degradation to her family. She was afraid of disappointing her father and being a disgrace to him.
However, Samara would learn soon that no matter how hard you try, the past always catches up with you...
Imagine waking up in bed next to a stranger...NAKED and the night was a mystery to the both of you!!!
Samara thought that she had found her soulmate, Hunter until that one shattering night when fate had played a cruel game on her and he broke her heart.
Because of her pompous father, she was arranged to marry the son of his potential new business partner in London that she had no clue about. She was not even shown a photograph of him. Was he ugly, was he bald, was he fat?
To make things worse, she was not only marrying a complete stranger but she was becoming a mother to his young son. She was not ready to take on either role. She wondered if the child would resent her as she resented her stepmother!
She could not go against her father's wishes because he was a prominent business Tycoon and her refusal would ultimately cause degradation to her family. She was afraid of disappointing her father and being a disgrace to him.
However, Samara would learn soon that no matter how hard you try, the past always catches up with you...
288 pages, ebook
First published April 17, 2016
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Racheal Lachman
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Racheal Lachman
was born in
Durban, South Africa
to two wonderful, loving parents and a sister. She married her soulmate,
Sunil
and they have a beautiful daughter together,
Tashiana
. Her jobs include being a Legal Secretary, a Wife, a Mama and now an Author. Her childhood dream was to be able to put her imagination into words. In 2014,
Racheal
had an epiphany and her fingers could not stop typing but she held off from finalising her book because she was afraid of what people would say about it.
Racheal
realised that she was worried about absolutely nothing because she is definitely blessed with awesome friends and family. Xxx
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February 8, 2017
A fair debut though lacking in plot and arc. Lachman has written an organic prose that highlights the symbiosis between the very traditional Indian, and British cultures; unfortunately, these lovely insights provided little more than gloss. A gloss that was severely marred by the author's narrative, and simplistic exposition.
A one night stand involving the protagonists; an arranged marriage; an old flame bearing the dreaded oops-I'm-pregnant bomb; antagonistic parents-in-law; seemingly bi-polar male protagonist; throw in the misogynistic and racist father and what we have are the requirements for a solid story but we were given something far more mercurial.
It was a mess. The author lost control of her characters who in turn led us on an escalator ride of misunderstandings, lies, and just plain stupidity.
Samara and Yash met in Yash's bed the morning after a drunken night, with neither having a good grasp on the events that had transpired between them- to the point they did not know each other's names or if they had sex- and sadly, this reader remains unenlightened of said events despite having finished the book.
It seems Lachman needed a gasp-worthy opening but neglected to provide a resolution. I was extremely upset with Samara-not for the one night stand- but for placing herself in such a dangerous situation. That Yash ended up being a beautiful-should-be-a-Calvin-Klein-model-who-drives-a Bugatti, does not excuse her stupidity. She could have been raped or worse, murdered.
Admittedly, for me, this did nothing to endear either of them and their story suddenly was not something I wanted to read and although I finished it, I had never been so glad to read the last word of a book.
Notwithstanding that I disliked this, I'm still willing to read books by this author.
October 8, 2016
I enjoyed the story of these two people that believe they have no future. It is a sweet story in many ways, yet there is a harshness to it that keeps the reader wondering what are the secrets and what is the truth. It is crafted in such a way that it propels you through the story while you hold your breath. It is a good story and a good read. There is a lot of cultural aspects that brought a lot of life to the story for me. Anytime I can learn more about a culture it is a bonus.
September 12, 2016
My honest review:
I absolutely loved this book. Samara wakes up in Hunters bed and has no clue who he is. She finds out she kinda likes the guy. They date for a bit and then he is gone. Devastation ensues and Samara is heartbroken for years, but life goes on. She is in an arranged marriage and doesn't want it to continue. She lost her true love years ago, how could she ever love again? Yash wants a mother for his son and nothing more. What will happen? Awesome read, loved it and first time reading this author. You will love Samaras story and what ends up happening after the marriage. Great read!!
I absolutely loved this book. Samara wakes up in Hunters bed and has no clue who he is. She finds out she kinda likes the guy. They date for a bit and then he is gone. Devastation ensues and Samara is heartbroken for years, but life goes on. She is in an arranged marriage and doesn't want it to continue. She lost her true love years ago, how could she ever love again? Yash wants a mother for his son and nothing more. What will happen? Awesome read, loved it and first time reading this author. You will love Samaras story and what ends up happening after the marriage. Great read!!
July 16, 2016
DNF @ 28%.
Insufrible. Personajes estúpidos, cero química, escritura fatal.
Insufrible. Personajes estúpidos, cero química, escritura fatal.
August 21, 2016
Second Chances Soulmate is book one in Now, Forever, and Always series by Rachael Lachman. It is set in India and in London. The book is interesting in that you get a slight feel for the Indian culture through the characters. This is the first book I have read that gives a hint of the Indian culture. This made it much more interesting. The book has so many emotions in it that you must have a box of tissues when reading it. It is also one that is very difficult to put down so it is good that it is easy to read.
Samara has managed to get her Father’s blessing to move to London and take a job with her brother’s brother-in-law as an Interior Decorator. Her Father wants her to marry and further her career only in her own home. Samara wants to have a career like her mother did and not live a sheltered boring life. While in London, Samara finds herself in bed with a stranger. Hunter finds himself with a woman who has stayed overnight which is not his style. The two of them decide to date but with the knowledge that a relationship will not be possible. Then Hunter drops her to marry someone else, breaking her heart.
Then Samara finds herself at her own wedding arranged by her Father and the groom’s father. Although she would like to defy her Father and refuse to marry someone she does not know, she can’t bring herself to deny her culture. Although marrying an Indian man, she will be living in London and caring for his son. When the marriage is complete and the time has come to unveil the groom, Samara gently takes the flowers away and upon seeing his face, she is horrified.
This book is a really good book and with some further editing out the grammatical mistakes should do well. I can’t wait to read the next two in the series.
Samara has managed to get her Father’s blessing to move to London and take a job with her brother’s brother-in-law as an Interior Decorator. Her Father wants her to marry and further her career only in her own home. Samara wants to have a career like her mother did and not live a sheltered boring life. While in London, Samara finds herself in bed with a stranger. Hunter finds himself with a woman who has stayed overnight which is not his style. The two of them decide to date but with the knowledge that a relationship will not be possible. Then Hunter drops her to marry someone else, breaking her heart.
Then Samara finds herself at her own wedding arranged by her Father and the groom’s father. Although she would like to defy her Father and refuse to marry someone she does not know, she can’t bring herself to deny her culture. Although marrying an Indian man, she will be living in London and caring for his son. When the marriage is complete and the time has come to unveil the groom, Samara gently takes the flowers away and upon seeing his face, she is horrified.
This book is a really good book and with some further editing out the grammatical mistakes should do well. I can’t wait to read the next two in the series.
September 30, 2016
I enjoyed getting to know a new culture and see how they do things different than we do. I thought this book started out slow but it does take off keeping the reader’s attention. It really is an emotional read with the author covering many issues. It must really be hard for a culture where the man’s word is law thinking that your children will marry within the race only to find they do not. Samara father is a very bullhead man with his beliefs. The author covers interracial marriage and the family dealing with it. Falling in love only to have it taken away in the most hurtful way, rebuilding you life only to have it be torn down again. One night of tying one on finds two people in bed not knowing how they got there or what happen. The author takes you through them getting to know each other and building a relationship to it being torn down leaving the reader guessing what happen in a short time period. Life goes on as each build a new life. One day Samara father said this is who you will marry never even getting to know the man or even see his face until after the wedding. Here the author gives Samara as well as the readers a shock. For me this is really where the story took off.
I found the first part of the book confusing with Samara calling her parents by their real name and not mother or father (or what the India would call them) for me this was a turn off. It took me a little while to understand these where her parents and not another character. The author uses filler that really doesn’t have much to do with the story just adds a little more to it. I thought Samara forgave Yash a little too fast one minute she wants nothing to do with him, has a bad dream when coming out of it she is all over him. I thought he over reacted about his son being sick but that is just me, it does add to the story.
The author does give you lots of drama, love, passion, lots of misunderstandings (but who wouldn’t misunderstand most of what these characters go through). I enjoyed watching Hunter and Samara fall in love. They have a lot of fun which really gets the reader into the read. Their break up was heart breaking to watch and a little confusing. After that night we fast forward three years to her father telling her who she will marry. She is a good daughter even though she doesn’t want to marry, she begs, pleaded but gives in. She never meets the man she will marry, doesn’t even see him until after the wedding and then all hell breaks loose. Yash is something else for sure even downright hateful but he does have a softer side. You are left wondering why he even married her if he hates her. There is a little confusion here for Samara and the reader but all comes out and it does end in a HAE but these characters will have to work on it, it does not come easy. Both are bullheaded wanting understanding without giving reason. We do not get to know what happen on the night Hunter and Samara meet there is a film of that footage but neither Samara or the reader will find the answer to that. I think it would have added a lot to the story had we gotten to read about it. But it is still a mystery.
I did enjoy the characters and had a lot of fun watching them fall in love. Their break up really hits you in the heart leaving you with question that will be answer at the end. Watching Samara go through marrying Yash gets you right in your heart, as the story goes on you are left knowing the answer but when you truly find it your mouth is hanging open. The pain of the marriage, honeymoon and going home you really feel. My heart went out to both of them. I really love Samara she is truly a sweet and caring character. Hunter I fell in love with him from the start, he wasn’t liked to much as he broke Samara heart with his playing ways. Yash I didn’t know what to think when I first really saw him I loved him but as I got to know him I didn’t care to much for him. He is just downright hateful but it is understandable when one is protecting ones heart. You will fall in love with him as the story unfolds. As the end comes your heart is broken all over again with all these characters had to go through to find true love. There is someone out there for everyone . If you do not find it the first time sometimes you get a second chance at finding your true soul mate.
Even with the above issues I had I found this to be a good read, at times a little confusing but I really enjoyed it. After the wedding is really what gave this a 4 stars it really pulls on your heart. I enjoyed the writing style of the author, she gives you wonderful characters that really stick in your mind. By the time I was over half way through I couldn’t put it down I had to know who, how and why. I enjoyed learning a little more about this authors culture I found it very interesting. If nothing else these character have learn that communication is the key to a happy HEA and I feel sure they will not let their past mistake every happen again. I was glad to see Samara father grow and embrace his whole family. It is a shame when family turns their back on each other just because of the person they fall in love with. Yash’s mother is something else she needs to take some calming pills but she does come around.
For the most part this was a good read with a very good plot that does hold you interest after awhile. Once the author gives you something to grab on to you do find yourself invested. I do look forward to reading more from this author and watching her grow in her writing. I hope you give her books a read I think a lot of readers will enjoy it.
I found the first part of the book confusing with Samara calling her parents by their real name and not mother or father (or what the India would call them) for me this was a turn off. It took me a little while to understand these where her parents and not another character. The author uses filler that really doesn’t have much to do with the story just adds a little more to it. I thought Samara forgave Yash a little too fast one minute she wants nothing to do with him, has a bad dream when coming out of it she is all over him. I thought he over reacted about his son being sick but that is just me, it does add to the story.
The author does give you lots of drama, love, passion, lots of misunderstandings (but who wouldn’t misunderstand most of what these characters go through). I enjoyed watching Hunter and Samara fall in love. They have a lot of fun which really gets the reader into the read. Their break up was heart breaking to watch and a little confusing. After that night we fast forward three years to her father telling her who she will marry. She is a good daughter even though she doesn’t want to marry, she begs, pleaded but gives in. She never meets the man she will marry, doesn’t even see him until after the wedding and then all hell breaks loose. Yash is something else for sure even downright hateful but he does have a softer side. You are left wondering why he even married her if he hates her. There is a little confusion here for Samara and the reader but all comes out and it does end in a HAE but these characters will have to work on it, it does not come easy. Both are bullheaded wanting understanding without giving reason. We do not get to know what happen on the night Hunter and Samara meet there is a film of that footage but neither Samara or the reader will find the answer to that. I think it would have added a lot to the story had we gotten to read about it. But it is still a mystery.
I did enjoy the characters and had a lot of fun watching them fall in love. Their break up really hits you in the heart leaving you with question that will be answer at the end. Watching Samara go through marrying Yash gets you right in your heart, as the story goes on you are left knowing the answer but when you truly find it your mouth is hanging open. The pain of the marriage, honeymoon and going home you really feel. My heart went out to both of them. I really love Samara she is truly a sweet and caring character. Hunter I fell in love with him from the start, he wasn’t liked to much as he broke Samara heart with his playing ways. Yash I didn’t know what to think when I first really saw him I loved him but as I got to know him I didn’t care to much for him. He is just downright hateful but it is understandable when one is protecting ones heart. You will fall in love with him as the story unfolds. As the end comes your heart is broken all over again with all these characters had to go through to find true love. There is someone out there for everyone . If you do not find it the first time sometimes you get a second chance at finding your true soul mate.
Even with the above issues I had I found this to be a good read, at times a little confusing but I really enjoyed it. After the wedding is really what gave this a 4 stars it really pulls on your heart. I enjoyed the writing style of the author, she gives you wonderful characters that really stick in your mind. By the time I was over half way through I couldn’t put it down I had to know who, how and why. I enjoyed learning a little more about this authors culture I found it very interesting. If nothing else these character have learn that communication is the key to a happy HEA and I feel sure they will not let their past mistake every happen again. I was glad to see Samara father grow and embrace his whole family. It is a shame when family turns their back on each other just because of the person they fall in love with. Yash’s mother is something else she needs to take some calming pills but she does come around.
For the most part this was a good read with a very good plot that does hold you interest after awhile. Once the author gives you something to grab on to you do find yourself invested. I do look forward to reading more from this author and watching her grow in her writing. I hope you give her books a read I think a lot of readers will enjoy it.
September 17, 2016
***I was given this book for an unbiased review***
The Prologue caught my attention & made me accept an arc copy of the book.
It's a contemporary romance. The story is set in both India & London. Samara wakes up in a stranger's bed - both have no recollection of their mysterious night. Samara thinks of her father's reactions about this sinful act.
We are given an insight of her whirlwind romance with Hunter. Soon, he breaks her heart & tells her that he cannot love her & asks that she forgets him.
Three years later, she is bethroded to a stranger - a single father, chosen for her by her father. Samara hates this but she is like a fly caught in a spider trap - her father's decision is final.
She marries, only to realise that her past has caught up with her. How will she make her marriage work? How will she love again? Most of all, how can she forgive the lies & betrayal & move on?
It was a lovely Indian Romance with a twist. I will certainly read more from her!
Looking forward to book 2.
The Prologue caught my attention & made me accept an arc copy of the book.
It's a contemporary romance. The story is set in both India & London. Samara wakes up in a stranger's bed - both have no recollection of their mysterious night. Samara thinks of her father's reactions about this sinful act.
We are given an insight of her whirlwind romance with Hunter. Soon, he breaks her heart & tells her that he cannot love her & asks that she forgets him.
Three years later, she is bethroded to a stranger - a single father, chosen for her by her father. Samara hates this but she is like a fly caught in a spider trap - her father's decision is final.
She marries, only to realise that her past has caught up with her. How will she make her marriage work? How will she love again? Most of all, how can she forgive the lies & betrayal & move on?
It was a lovely Indian Romance with a twist. I will certainly read more from her!
Looking forward to book 2.
September 17, 2016
Great Love Story
I usually woulda not read this type of book I like when the characters tell the story themselves. But this little love story between Hunter aka Yash and Samara was so sweet I could not put this book down can't wait to read Riley and Emily's next! Happy Reading
I usually woulda not read this type of book I like when the characters tell the story themselves. But this little love story between Hunter aka Yash and Samara was so sweet I could not put this book down can't wait to read Riley and Emily's next! Happy Reading
October 1, 2016
I received an ARC for an honest review from the author. Thanks to Racheal for a great read.
This was a great story. Yash and Samara fall in love after spending some time together that began with a crazy drunken one night stand that Yash (aka "Hunter") refuses to tell Samara what happened that led them to end up spending the night together. After falling in love, a nightmare happens taking them away from each other. Now Samara is being married off to someone she doesn't know and is miserable about it. Finding out that her husband is actually the man she gave her heart to, who in turn tore it to shreds, nearly kills her, but she promises to be the mother to his son that he's never had and move on without the love of the man she really wants to be hers for real. Read on to see what happens to these two and how life turns out for this amazing family.
This was a great story. Yash and Samara fall in love after spending some time together that began with a crazy drunken one night stand that Yash (aka "Hunter") refuses to tell Samara what happened that led them to end up spending the night together. After falling in love, a nightmare happens taking them away from each other. Now Samara is being married off to someone she doesn't know and is miserable about it. Finding out that her husband is actually the man she gave her heart to, who in turn tore it to shreds, nearly kills her, but she promises to be the mother to his son that he's never had and move on without the love of the man she really wants to be hers for real. Read on to see what happens to these two and how life turns out for this amazing family.
September 15, 2016
Samara wakes up in Hunters bed as no clue who he is or what happened at the club she was at celebrating her friend Emily's bday. Well all of sudden they hit it off and Samara knows she loves Hunter on her 21'st birthday Hunter tells her he can't love her he has to marry someone else. Years go by and Samara had to wed the man her father set her up to marry and guess who it is it's Hunter. But is Hunter anything that Samara thought he was? Will they both stop with there stubbornness and tell each other the truth? Tons of drama and love in this book I loved it. Besides wanting to slap Hunter myself lol great book deserves 5 beautiful ending stars I received this book for a unbiased review
June 19, 2016
Too much miscommunication in this book that it gave me a major headache. Both the hero and heroine were such tools throughout the whole book that I couldn't find any liking or attachment towards them. If they both just shut up and talked to each other without assumptions and interruptions they could have saved each other a lot of trouble. I get it, those miscommunication where suppose to give readers angst throughout the book but it was overplayed and not well executed. It's such a shame because the premise of the book was really exciting and intriguing. What a let down. *SIGH*
September 13, 2016
Loved it. What a surprise. Wake up and find someone in your bed. Then to have a romance out of it. It was exciting to see what happens next between these two. I recommend it. It was enjoyable. I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
November 16, 2020
Enjoyed..!!
Enjoyed reading the story. It has good insight on love, family bonding, trust in a relationship and how important resilience is for one to have a happy peaceful life. Second chances are always a little endearing as this one. Pick this one and you will have a good read.
Enjoyed reading the story. It has good insight on love, family bonding, trust in a relationship and how important resilience is for one to have a happy peaceful life. Second chances are always a little endearing as this one. Pick this one and you will have a good read.
July 20, 2016
What for pete's sake did I just read?!
I really had high hopes for this book because most reviews rated it in 5 stars that is why I pursued reading it hoping that eventually it will get better, had I known it will be like this I would have not wasted my time.
So this is what happened, S and H shared a past but it ended when H broke it up with S to save her from being hurt which in return hurt her even more (Ugh! What is up with that? What kind of logic is that?). Years later they had been fixed for marriage by their parents. All throughout the book, I believed that these two have the most ridiculous and unreasonable arguments ever!
I really am sorry that I hate this book. I appreciate the author but not this story. One fact tho, the endearment "Sweetness" is cringeworthy.
I really had high hopes for this book because most reviews rated it in 5 stars that is why I pursued reading it hoping that eventually it will get better, had I known it will be like this I would have not wasted my time.
So this is what happened, S and H shared a past but it ended when H broke it up with S to save her from being hurt which in return hurt her even more (Ugh! What is up with that? What kind of logic is that?). Years later they had been fixed for marriage by their parents. All throughout the book, I believed that these two have the most ridiculous and unreasonable arguments ever!
I really am sorry that I hate this book. I appreciate the author but not this story. One fact tho, the endearment "Sweetness" is cringeworthy.
July 18, 2016
This story was okish. The writing was ok, but the heroine was a complete doormat. I was annoyed by the complete lack of communication on both sides and the hero's reactions just didn't ring true, amongst other things he hadn't even given her his real name and yet he was going to propose!!!
The epilogue was pretty much just a rush of facts and the one resolution I was looking for was unsolved.
I've read worse, but won't be reading more of this series as I just couldn't get onboard with the characters.
The epilogue was pretty much just a rush of facts and the one resolution I was looking for was unsolved.
I've read worse, but won't be reading more of this series as I just couldn't get onboard with the characters.
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July 22, 2016DNF at 17%. This book was painful. I managed to get to 17% only because this book is on the shorter side. The writing is just not for me. Unrealistic dialogue, telling instead of showing, weird errors that needed some serious editing (lack of commas, capitalizing common nouns, etc.)...life is just too short.
November 13, 2016
Really enjoyed this story of Samara & Hunter and all the twists and fate playing games.
Lots of angst and intense drama that keeps you flipping through to get to the end/truth.
A beautiful love story with so much Indian culture and melodramatic parents who want to be in your business! What an ending!!
Looking forward to more Racheal.
Lots of angst and intense drama that keeps you flipping through to get to the end/truth.
A beautiful love story with so much Indian culture and melodramatic parents who want to be in your business! What an ending!!
Looking forward to more Racheal.
August 5, 2016
I did enjoy reading this story. At times I did get frustrated with the main characters going back and forth with "I want you to tell me what is going on--- I'm not ready to talk about it" then "I'm ready to talk---- but I don't want to hear it now"
July 31, 2016
Good story. It was different than the others that I've read only because most of the main characters are Indian and I am not familiar with all those terms. Still liked it.
February 9, 2017
Samara had just woken up from her one-night stand. That's interesting!
Being born into the Indian heritage, Samara fears her inebriated behavior would upset her overbearing, temperamental father and bring disgrace to her family name. And that was why she aimed never to see or speak of Hunter ever again, especially since he was an arrogant, conceited jerk. Still, she can't help they way he turns her on. He was definitely an alluring mystery. If only she didn't have this pesky arranged marriage. What was the point of playing the happy bride when it felt like her world was ending?
It was a little hard to keep track of some of the characters (Niall, Sahir, Nisha, Sanjana - I lost track of who was who, truthfully.) There may have been too many characters in the book. Mehndi Night (I don't know what that is - the wedding, maybe?) was an all-around confusing day.
I guess the most confusing part of the story was the constant shift in time. The first chapter indicated a time frame of 3 years ago before the prologue; but then another chapter specifies a time 3 years ago from that. So where are we? When is this?
The concept was interesting, and I liked the way it started off, but I felt like I was trying to figure the story out most of the time. The romance was pretty compelling, but I just got lost in all the mayhem. I think the story could've benefited more with a simpler design.
Being born into the Indian heritage, Samara fears her inebriated behavior would upset her overbearing, temperamental father and bring disgrace to her family name. And that was why she aimed never to see or speak of Hunter ever again, especially since he was an arrogant, conceited jerk. Still, she can't help they way he turns her on. He was definitely an alluring mystery. If only she didn't have this pesky arranged marriage. What was the point of playing the happy bride when it felt like her world was ending?
It was a little hard to keep track of some of the characters (Niall, Sahir, Nisha, Sanjana - I lost track of who was who, truthfully.) There may have been too many characters in the book. Mehndi Night (I don't know what that is - the wedding, maybe?) was an all-around confusing day.
I guess the most confusing part of the story was the constant shift in time. The first chapter indicated a time frame of 3 years ago before the prologue; but then another chapter specifies a time 3 years ago from that. So where are we? When is this?
The concept was interesting, and I liked the way it started off, but I felt like I was trying to figure the story out most of the time. The romance was pretty compelling, but I just got lost in all the mayhem. I think the story could've benefited more with a simpler design.
May 14, 2018
Excellent read. Thoroughly enjoyed every bit of the book. Was difficult to put down, finished reading it in one night! Loved how the Indian culture was merged into this contemporary setting. Well done Racheal, cant wait for the next one!
February 25, 2020
Awaken to my hearts desire
This is a good delightful complex story of misunderstandings, sizzling passions, and family expectations for another person heart and life about whom they should marry.
This is a good delightful complex story of misunderstandings, sizzling passions, and family expectations for another person heart and life about whom they should marry.
January 16, 2020
The little blurb of information didn't translate into the novel itself... All in all, was disappointing. However, excellent quality.
February 28, 2020
This is a wonderful story of two people in love and they are pull apart by family issues. They years later the where in a marriage. And this where the drama began.
September 17, 2016
Second Chances Soulmate is a story with deep roots. Set in India & London the story is about Samara, a young Indian woman trying to find her way while honoring her Indian cultural traditions. She moves to London to pursue a career in Interior Design.
Samara and her best friend Emily head out to celebrate Emily’s birthday. Samara wakes up the next morning with a hangover and she realizes not only is she not alone, she is not at home. She is in a loft lying next to Hunter.
“Who are you?” She squeezed the sheet tighter around her naked body.
“The million dollar question is – who are you and what were you doing in my bed?”….
Fast forward three years and Samara finds herself about to be married. A marriage arranged by her father according to Indian tradition. Her heart was broken by Hunter and she now must marry a stranger with a young son!
The book goes back and forth between the present and three years prior when she first met Hunter. There are many emotions throughout the book. Both Samara and Hunter struggle with trying to please their families and uphold tradition.
Hunter had a short temper. At times and there was a lot miscommunications between Hunter and Samara leading to drama, angst and heartbreak.
I had a slight problem keeping the names and terms straight as they were not traditional names (at least not traditional like Bob or Sue). But it added a wonderful sense of culture in the book and that I would not change!
The only thing missing is how Samara & Hunter ended up in his loft. Since his loft is above a night club that he owns there is “video footage” of them from that night. I want to know what exactly was on the video! The author brings up this video many times but we never find out! It is a real hole left in the story!
“How did I really end up at your loft?”
He sighed, “Because it’s upstairs.”……
“I’ve seen the security footage of that night and quite frankly…”
I loved the chemistry between Samara and Hunter.
“I have never met another woman like you Samara and I don’t think I ever will.”
“Is that a good thing or a bad thing?”
He gave her that sexy look that was clearly only reserved for women, “It’s an extraordinary thing. You are so…different.”
The editing could be a little bit better but I still enjoyed the story! Looking forward to Riley & Emily’s story next! Maybe they can find that video……
4 stars
an ARC was provided for my honest review
Samara and her best friend Emily head out to celebrate Emily’s birthday. Samara wakes up the next morning with a hangover and she realizes not only is she not alone, she is not at home. She is in a loft lying next to Hunter.
“Who are you?” She squeezed the sheet tighter around her naked body.
“The million dollar question is – who are you and what were you doing in my bed?”….
Fast forward three years and Samara finds herself about to be married. A marriage arranged by her father according to Indian tradition. Her heart was broken by Hunter and she now must marry a stranger with a young son!
The book goes back and forth between the present and three years prior when she first met Hunter. There are many emotions throughout the book. Both Samara and Hunter struggle with trying to please their families and uphold tradition.
Hunter had a short temper. At times and there was a lot miscommunications between Hunter and Samara leading to drama, angst and heartbreak.
I had a slight problem keeping the names and terms straight as they were not traditional names (at least not traditional like Bob or Sue). But it added a wonderful sense of culture in the book and that I would not change!
The only thing missing is how Samara & Hunter ended up in his loft. Since his loft is above a night club that he owns there is “video footage” of them from that night. I want to know what exactly was on the video! The author brings up this video many times but we never find out! It is a real hole left in the story!
“How did I really end up at your loft?”
He sighed, “Because it’s upstairs.”……
“I’ve seen the security footage of that night and quite frankly…”
I loved the chemistry between Samara and Hunter.
“I have never met another woman like you Samara and I don’t think I ever will.”
“Is that a good thing or a bad thing?”
He gave her that sexy look that was clearly only reserved for women, “It’s an extraordinary thing. You are so…different.”
The editing could be a little bit better but I still enjoyed the story! Looking forward to Riley & Emily’s story next! Maybe they can find that video……
4 stars
an ARC was provided for my honest review
November 30, 2016
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Second Chances Soulmate was a great 5 star read.
Samara finds herself in Hunters bed and can’t quite remember how she got there, actually Hunter can’t remember anything either. They eventually start to date until one day he leaves, shattering her heart.
Moving forward her father has set up an arranged marriage for her. Due to her broken heart she doesn’t see how she could ever love again. She was going into the unknown but Samara would learn quickly that no matter how hard you try, the past always catches up with you…
Lets just say that Samara gets the shock of her life when she see’s her husband for the first time during their ceremony. Definitely didn’t see that coming.
I really enjoyed this book, there are several different topics covered within the book. Samara goes through quite the emotional journey to finding love once again. There are several surprises, some are shocking. I really enjoyed both Samara and Hunter they were a great couple to read about. Racheal Lachman does a great job of pulling you into their story. You will not want to put it down until your done. 1-click and get started today.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. Reviewed by MAustin from Alpha Book Club
Second Chances Soulmate was a great 5 star read.
Samara finds herself in Hunters bed and can’t quite remember how she got there, actually Hunter can’t remember anything either. They eventually start to date until one day he leaves, shattering her heart.
Moving forward her father has set up an arranged marriage for her. Due to her broken heart she doesn’t see how she could ever love again. She was going into the unknown but Samara would learn quickly that no matter how hard you try, the past always catches up with you…
Lets just say that Samara gets the shock of her life when she see’s her husband for the first time during their ceremony. Definitely didn’t see that coming.
I really enjoyed this book, there are several different topics covered within the book. Samara goes through quite the emotional journey to finding love once again. There are several surprises, some are shocking. I really enjoyed both Samara and Hunter they were a great couple to read about. Racheal Lachman does a great job of pulling you into their story. You will not want to put it down until your done. 1-click and get started today.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. Reviewed by MAustin from Alpha Book Club
September 7, 2016
** I was given this book for an honest review **
This is the first book I read with Indian characters in it. It was something new but I enjoyed it.
The story starts off with Samara awaking in Hunter's bed and the night was a complete and utter mystery to the both of them.
Samara falls in love with Hunter but she is not entirely sure about how he feels about her. It is her 21st Birthday and she goes to celebrate with him (at his second home) but something happens and he tells her that he cannot love her. She is heartbroken.
Three years later, her father arranges for her marriage to a potential new business partner, which she is lucid about. She hates that she cannot go against her father's wishes and cause a degradation to her family's name.
Her wedding is set and her stomach churns at the thought of marrying a stranger. There is a twist to the story but I do not want to give too much away and spoil it for others.
It was a really sweet romance. There were several issues I had with this book and with some editing, the book will be much better. It's fast paced and there is no beating around the bush or boring scenes where you have to scroll more than read.
I will certainly read more from this author.
This is the first book I read with Indian characters in it. It was something new but I enjoyed it.
The story starts off with Samara awaking in Hunter's bed and the night was a complete and utter mystery to the both of them.
Samara falls in love with Hunter but she is not entirely sure about how he feels about her. It is her 21st Birthday and she goes to celebrate with him (at his second home) but something happens and he tells her that he cannot love her. She is heartbroken.
Three years later, her father arranges for her marriage to a potential new business partner, which she is lucid about. She hates that she cannot go against her father's wishes and cause a degradation to her family's name.
Her wedding is set and her stomach churns at the thought of marrying a stranger. There is a twist to the story but I do not want to give too much away and spoil it for others.
It was a really sweet romance. There were several issues I had with this book and with some editing, the book will be much better. It's fast paced and there is no beating around the bush or boring scenes where you have to scroll more than read.
I will certainly read more from this author.
September 9, 2016
N.B. - This book was given to me, by the Author, for an honest review.
The story was on a shorter side. I did not like the beginning with Samara waking up in a stranger's bed. It portrayed her as "loose" woman but as the story goes on, she does have ethics.
Both of them want to please their families but they end up hurting each. If they only shut up for once and followed their heart, they would have saved each other a lot of heartache. I do like the games mentioned in this book - especially truth or dare - made me remember my childhood.
I get that there is supposed to be *angst* but sometimes too much of it makes the story a bit too unbelievable.
With that said, the writing was quite good for a first time Author. Look forward to reading more from her.
The story was on a shorter side. I did not like the beginning with Samara waking up in a stranger's bed. It portrayed her as "loose" woman but as the story goes on, she does have ethics.
Both of them want to please their families but they end up hurting each. If they only shut up for once and followed their heart, they would have saved each other a lot of heartache. I do like the games mentioned in this book - especially truth or dare - made me remember my childhood.
I get that there is supposed to be *angst* but sometimes too much of it makes the story a bit too unbelievable.
With that said, the writing was quite good for a first time Author. Look forward to reading more from her.
August 1, 2016
2,5 stars
This book had so much potential but was poorly executed.
I'm sorry to say I didn't like it.
The characters acted like children in middle school, it was all a mistery-not so mistery, lies that didn't need to be said and stupid behavior from the both of them. From the first time they met to the end. I only save the epilogue. At least they were good in it.
And sorry, but I have no intention to read the sequel with Emily and Riley, she was acting weird in this story, I can't imagine how is she going to act in her book. No thanks.
I repeat, I'm very sorry about this because this story had a lot of things that I love in the books I read :(
This book had so much potential but was poorly executed.
I'm sorry to say I didn't like it.
The characters acted like children in middle school, it was all a mistery-not so mistery, lies that didn't need to be said and stupid behavior from the both of them. From the first time they met to the end. I only save the epilogue. At least they were good in it.
And sorry, but I have no intention to read the sequel with Emily and Riley, she was acting weird in this story, I can't imagine how is she going to act in her book. No thanks.
I repeat, I'm very sorry about this because this story had a lot of things that I love in the books I read :(
July 9, 2016
I liked this book. It had drama and intrigue and heartbreak and misunderstandings and foolish pride. It has a HEA and the next book will continue with different characters from this book. There is no cheating in this book. The H is an asshole in the second half but he comes around. The h is so annoying and whiny sometimes but I liked her better in the second half. Weird, I know. The epilogue is great. I can't imagine having parents that into your business. Wow, but it all turns out really well.
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