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STANDALONE, Contemporary romance with NO CLIFFY or cheating. After eight years, Henley Calvert is headed home. Back to the family farm and small town she left behind, never to be thought of again. Too much regret and shame to bear. But she’s the only one left to see to her family’s legacy, so she must return to Ashfall and face all the ghosts that haunt her. **** Gatlin Holt, the family farmhand, awaits her arrival, and lends a hand—in more ways than one. He reacquaints Henley with the lay of the land while helping her heal her soul with a new outlook on life. Yet every time she thinks some peace may be within reach, Henley hits another roadblock. The biggest of which is Keaton Cash—her childhood nemesis who owns the farm next door. **** And no, it’s not a love triangle. That’s impossible when Henley’s heart is closed, incapable of love.
378 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 14, 2016
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S.E. Hall
55 books3,153 followersS.E. Hall is the New York Times & USA Today bestselling author of the Evolve Series, the Full Circle Series/a spinoff of the Evolve Series, standalone contemporary romances Pretty Instinct, Pretty Remedy and Unstable, and her Smokin' Hot Shorts- Laid Over and Full Body Check, published in multiple countries and languages.
Hall has also co-written with authors Angela Graham, Erin Noelle, Hilary Storm and Ashley Suzanne.
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July 22, 2017
OMG, this book was sooooooooo good!
WARNING: I couldn't help by highlight half the things Keaton said, so be prepared for lots of quotes.
I'm usually not into OTT alpha males, but Keaton pushed all my buttons and made me fall for him faster than you can say 'holy cowboy'. The story started a bit muted and at first I thought Gatlin was going to be her love interest because Keaton doesn't enter the scene right away. But hell if by the end I wasn't praying for another 100 pages or so to magically appear from out of nowhere. This book had everything I didn't even know I wanted in a book.
First of all, the style. It was incredible. Beyond great. Given the cover, I'd kind of expected some cowboy smut. You know the kind. When the writing style is okay, but that's not why you're reading it. Instead, Unstable was amazingly written and it kept me glued to the pages.
Secondly, the plot. I liked how the mystery of what had happened in Henley's past was revealed piece by piece because it kept my curiosity high.
Henley herself was a complex character. The first 20 pages or so, I didn't quite like her, because not knowing what had happened in her past, I had no idea why she was handling coming back home the way she was. It was clear she was still hurting from what had happened and getting to know her better, witnessing her healing journey to a happier life, it was not just enjoyable, but powerful. SE Hall did a great job at portraying grief in some of its painful details, but also the steps to move forward.
But since this is mainly a romance, let me focus on my favorite part here: Keaton Cash. Now, normally I don't like alphas all that much. He's the exception. What I adored about him was that, even though he was possessive and commanding and, well, alpha, all he ever did was in her interests. He's not an a-hole. He was always trying to protect her, make her happy, cherish her. His utter devotion to her transpired.
Henley and Keaton were a perfect mix between childhood friends and enemies to lovers. And what made me swoon the most was that, even though Henley was clueless about his feelings for her, she had always been his one and only. Also, given how alpha and commanding he is, it was a good thing that Henley was a spitfire. She doesn't just bow down every time he makes a decision for the both of them, or takes control. She fires back. And their flirting/bantering/fighting was one of my favorite aspects of their relationship.
On a side note, the heath level was really high and all the steamy scenes were on point and hot as hell. Just thought I'd throw this out here, in case Keaton's personality hadn't already implied it.
Last, but not least, I was so not expecting one of the plot twists. It was the final blow to my heart, sending me in readers' heaven. Sure, I'd had a feeling that something like that might be happening, but then I'd dispelled it because there was a scene that contradicted my idea. It was genius, pure genius and it also showed us how much Keaton was in love with Henley.
One last thing. It was very low on angst. Even though it's a slow burn and at first Henley is a bit conflicted about what she's starting to feel for Keaton, it's clear to everybody they're MTB and when they start dating, they slip naturally into a relationship. Which is something I adore. There isn't much of externally caused drama either. Okay, there is a bit, but somehow I had expected more. Especially in the last part of the book, I thought something else would happen between the two of them, a bit of heartache, a misunderstanding. Instead we get to see them building their relationship, being supportive and taking big steps toward their future together.
So now I'll leave you with my favorite quotes, which is also the quote that convinced me to the read this book in the first place (thanks Mel!).
WARNING: I couldn't help by highlight half the things Keaton said, so be prepared for lots of quotes.
I'm usually not into OTT alpha males, but Keaton pushed all my buttons and made me fall for him faster than you can say 'holy cowboy'. The story started a bit muted and at first I thought Gatlin was going to be her love interest because Keaton doesn't enter the scene right away. But hell if by the end I wasn't praying for another 100 pages or so to magically appear from out of nowhere. This book had everything I didn't even know I wanted in a book.
"You know Gatlin and I are just friends. Why would it bother you?"
"Because I have a dick, you're my woman and I don't want you depending on another man for a God damn thing. That's my job. Anything and everything you need? That's all me, baby. And you can't say this is one of my macho things, 'cause he knew it too."
First of all, the style. It was incredible. Beyond great. Given the cover, I'd kind of expected some cowboy smut. You know the kind. When the writing style is okay, but that's not why you're reading it. Instead, Unstable was amazingly written and it kept me glued to the pages.
"Anyone ever told you it's creepy to always be sneaking up on people?" I ask in a chilled tone.
"So walking across the yard, in broad daylight, is that where the sneaking part came in?" He [Gatlin] cocks his head and challanges me with a gring. "Guess I always pictured sneaking with more tucks and rolls, some crouching. Maybe a Bond theme music playing in the background."
I turn my head so he doesn't see my mouth twitch.
"Next time I'll walk straight up the driveway, screaming and waving my hands, I promise."
Secondly, the plot. I liked how the mystery of what had happened in Henley's past was revealed piece by piece because it kept my curiosity high.
"Henley Calvert, I could ask you the same damn question. In fact, I'm askin'. What'd I ever do to you, besides always looking out for you and treat you like a queen?"
Henley herself was a complex character. The first 20 pages or so, I didn't quite like her, because not knowing what had happened in her past, I had no idea why she was handling coming back home the way she was. It was clear she was still hurting from what had happened and getting to know her better, witnessing her healing journey to a happier life, it was not just enjoyable, but powerful. SE Hall did a great job at portraying grief in some of its painful details, but also the steps to move forward.
"Hen, if I ever honk at you rather than come up to get you. walk with you, and open your door, either my legs are broken, or I've had a stroke. Or both, 'cause I shouldn't be driving if both my legs are broken. So call 9-1-1 immediately. You're a lady. My lady. And you will always be treated as such."
But since this is mainly a romance, let me focus on my favorite part here: Keaton Cash. Now, normally I don't like alphas all that much. He's the exception. What I adored about him was that, even though he was possessive and commanding and, well, alpha, all he ever did was in her interests. He's not an a-hole. He was always trying to protect her, make her happy, cherish her. His utter devotion to her transpired.
If you loved someone, what wouldn't you do for them? If your house caught fire, would you sit on the sidewalk and wait for the firemen to arrive, knowing your other half was still trapped inside? Or would you go back in and die with them, die trying to save them?"
His answer is automatic, a reverent promise said while his gaze locked with mine stays steady. "If I loved someone you'd find us with out fingers melted together, because I'd be right beside her, holding her hand, to the very end."
Henley and Keaton were a perfect mix between childhood friends and enemies to lovers. And what made me swoon the most was that, even though Henley was clueless about his feelings for her, she had always been his one and only. Also, given how alpha and commanding he is, it was a good thing that Henley was a spitfire. She doesn't just bow down every time he makes a decision for the both of them, or takes control. She fires back. And their flirting/bantering/fighting was one of my favorite aspects of their relationship.
"And just so you know, this is not a negotiation, Keaton. This is a bitchtatorship. I'm the bitch, especially in my own house, and I'm demanding you leave!"
On a side note, the heath level was really high and all the steamy scenes were on point and hot as hell. Just thought I'd throw this out here, in case Keaton's personality hadn't already implied it.
"I assure you, Darlin', my trigger is anything but quick. In fact, you'll squeeze yours off multiple times before I even cock back my hammer."
Last, but not least, I was so not expecting one of the plot twists. It was the final blow to my heart, sending me in readers' heaven. Sure, I'd had a feeling that something like that might be happening, but then I'd dispelled it because there was a scene that contradicted my idea. It was genius, pure genius and it also showed us how much Keaton was in love with Henley.
"You're also a stubborn smartass," he grunts. "I'll break ya one of these days. Can't wait. You'll come seek me out and snuggle up, wrap your arms around me, and lift your face up for a kiss. Gonna be great."
One last thing. It was very low on angst. Even though it's a slow burn and at first Henley is a bit conflicted about what she's starting to feel for Keaton, it's clear to everybody they're MTB and when they start dating, they slip naturally into a relationship. Which is something I adore. There isn't much of externally caused drama either. Okay, there is a bit, but somehow I had expected more. Especially in the last part of the book, I thought something else would happen between the two of them, a bit of heartache, a misunderstanding. Instead we get to see them building their relationship, being supportive and taking big steps toward their future together.
So now I'll leave you with my favorite quotes, which is also the quote that convinced me to the read this book in the first place (thanks Mel!).
"As your man," he hold up a finger, "don't argue. As your man, I drive. I pay for our meals. I carry heavy shit. I do any and all mechanical stuff including, but not limited to, oil changes, flat tires, gas fill-ups, and fixing or having fixed anything you break. If you cook, I clean. If there's a knock on the door late at night, I answer it. If someone makes you cry, I pay them a visit. Jars, I opened them. And babies, I get up every other time and bring them to you in bed if they're hungry. I very well may add to this list too, so be ready. I can write it down if you want me to."
February 6, 2017
4.5 stars
I fell in love with this author last night.
I didn't really know what to expect from this book, and I went in to it pretty blind. I read the blurb but no detailed reviews. I'm so glad I did. This was an unexpected story that completely won my heart.
Plot: 5 stars! I'm afraid to say too much and spoil it. Some reviewers seemed to be under the impression that this is a love triangle. IT IS NOT! It is nothing of the sort. Trust me. This is a story of a "broken" girl coming home after the last member of her family dies unexpectedly. Henley was sent away when she was 17 after a different tragedy and because of that severed all ties with her mother. She stayed away until 25 when he mother accidentally drowns and leaves the family farm to her. Henley has to work to be strong, figure out what she wants, and deal with her childhood nemesis that may not have been a nemesis at all. This story is a small town farm romance. I don't remember if the author gave the exact location, but I think somewhere in the west because of the cowboys and use of the word ranch (interchangeably with farm). It's an amazing love story tied together with the beautiful journey of a young woman slowly growing stronger and seeing how resilient she is. I felt that the second half of the book started to get a little cheesy which really started to bother me, but the last couple chapters completely saved the story for me. <---this is the reason for the half star deduction from the rating
Hero: 4 stars! I loved Keaton. He was so supportive of Henley. Keaton's love was unwavering through Henley's issues. It was endearing and amazing. This is kind of a second chance romance for Keaton (not really for Henley though). His love only belonged to one woman, Henley. While she was away he was never in a relationship (although he did do ONS) or cared for another woman. He was waiting for Henley and when she came back, he wasn't going to give her up for anything. Keaton is protective and possessive alpha over Henley. Swoon!!
Heroine: 5 stars! It is rare that I like a heroine more than the hero. Very rare, but Henley completely won me over. You don't realize where her mental health state really is until the very end of the book. Henley is incredibly strong and it is amazing seeing her journey throughout the book. Watching Henley's change in demeanor towards Keaton was adorable and lovely to read. I really can't say enough good things about this heroine.
Sex scenes: 4.5 stars! Hot and appropriate. :) Steamy stuff!
What I loved: Almost everything really.
What I disliked: It got a little cheesy towards the end of the book. Keaton's ONS bothered me a little bit just because I loved Keaton's and Henley's love story.
Will I read this author again? Oh yes! I can't wait to read her other works!
Spoiler/safety shit:
I fell in love with this author last night.
I didn't really know what to expect from this book, and I went in to it pretty blind. I read the blurb but no detailed reviews. I'm so glad I did. This was an unexpected story that completely won my heart.
Plot: 5 stars! I'm afraid to say too much and spoil it. Some reviewers seemed to be under the impression that this is a love triangle. IT IS NOT! It is nothing of the sort. Trust me. This is a story of a "broken" girl coming home after the last member of her family dies unexpectedly. Henley was sent away when she was 17 after a different tragedy and because of that severed all ties with her mother. She stayed away until 25 when he mother accidentally drowns and leaves the family farm to her. Henley has to work to be strong, figure out what she wants, and deal with her childhood nemesis that may not have been a nemesis at all. This story is a small town farm romance. I don't remember if the author gave the exact location, but I think somewhere in the west because of the cowboys and use of the word ranch (interchangeably with farm). It's an amazing love story tied together with the beautiful journey of a young woman slowly growing stronger and seeing how resilient she is. I felt that the second half of the book started to get a little cheesy which really started to bother me, but the last couple chapters completely saved the story for me. <---this is the reason for the half star deduction from the rating
Hero: 4 stars! I loved Keaton. He was so supportive of Henley. Keaton's love was unwavering through Henley's issues. It was endearing and amazing. This is kind of a second chance romance for Keaton (not really for Henley though). His love only belonged to one woman, Henley. While she was away he was never in a relationship (although he did do ONS) or cared for another woman. He was waiting for Henley and when she came back, he wasn't going to give her up for anything. Keaton is protective and possessive alpha over Henley. Swoon!!
Heroine: 5 stars! It is rare that I like a heroine more than the hero. Very rare, but Henley completely won me over. You don't realize where her mental health state really is until the very end of the book. Henley is incredibly strong and it is amazing seeing her journey throughout the book. Watching Henley's change in demeanor towards Keaton was adorable and lovely to read. I really can't say enough good things about this heroine.
Sex scenes: 4.5 stars! Hot and appropriate. :) Steamy stuff!
What I loved: Almost everything really.
What I disliked: It got a little cheesy towards the end of the book. Keaton's ONS bothered me a little bit just because I loved Keaton's and Henley's love story.
Will I read this author again? Oh yes! I can't wait to read her other works!
Spoiler/safety shit:
nope
September 20, 2016Suspicious. I run light years away from love triangle
December 21, 2022
Slightly above 1 star, let's call it 1.5, only because the writing was not terrible. I don’t like to be mean and call a book “stupid,” but I don’t have any other word to describe this. I’m bewildered why it doesn’t have more 1 and 2 star reviews.
This SEEMS like a regular angsty small town read. Nothing about it says, “this is trying to be a dark mindfuck book.” But it takes a turn at the end that’s just mind-boggling, and makes no sense, and doesn’t fit the tone of the rest of the story.
Here’s the plot: The heroine, who's 25, has been away from her hometown for 8 years (for mystery sad reasons that get revealed as the story unfolds). She returns home to her mom’s ranch after her mom’s death. Then, she sort of has a love triangle with the ranch hand, Gaitlin, and Keaton, a guy from her past, all while she comes to to terms with her mom's death, and another tragic event from her past. That's the basic plot.
Now, even before the big “twist” at the end, I had a lot of problems with this book. Keaton is the love interest, but it feels like a whole sport to figure that out. We first meet the heroine’s ex boyfriend, so it seems like maybe he’s the love interest. Then, we meet the hot ranch hand Gaitlin, and THEN we meet Keaton. So, it feels like this book is trying to trick us about who the love interest is, for no reason. It's just wasting time before Keaton is introduced.
Also, Keaton has supposedly been pining after the heroine for over a decade, but I have no idea why. She doesn’t have a good personality, and this book doesn't make a convincing case for what it is about her that he's so drawn to. This story also calls itself “enemies to lovers” but that’s a lie. The heroine hates Keaton (and she gives into him almost right away, so she doesn’t actually hate him). Meanwhile, he loves her. That’s not "enemies to lovers!" Words have meaning!
Another issue with the book is that the heroine spends most of it throwing a pity party for herself. We later find out that it’s because If the heroine was going to blame herself THIS hard, it would make a lot more sense if she was at least a little bit to blame! Otherwise, when it's so OBVIOUSLY not her fault, it's tiresome how she uses it as a reason to lash out at everyone. Like, the reason she "hated" Keaton was
Anyway, here is the “twist” at the end: But this isn’t a dark romance with a wild world full of casually unhinged characters where that could work. The rest of this book is a regular small-town read, set in a realistic world. So it doesn't fit the tone, and it comes across as both cruel and ridiculous that the hero is so dismissive about this.
Also, once the reveal comes out, then it puts the title of this book, UNSTABLE, in a whole new light, and it honestly seems very callous about the topic of mental health. I have no idea what the author was trying to go for, here, but this missed the mark by miles.
This SEEMS like a regular angsty small town read. Nothing about it says, “this is trying to be a dark mindfuck book.” But it takes a turn at the end that’s just mind-boggling, and makes no sense, and doesn’t fit the tone of the rest of the story.
Here’s the plot: The heroine, who's 25, has been away from her hometown for 8 years (for mystery sad reasons that get revealed as the story unfolds). She returns home to her mom’s ranch after her mom’s death. Then, she sort of has a love triangle with the ranch hand, Gaitlin, and Keaton, a guy from her past, all while she comes to to terms with her mom's death, and another tragic event from her past. That's the basic plot.
Now, even before the big “twist” at the end, I had a lot of problems with this book. Keaton is the love interest, but it feels like a whole sport to figure that out. We first meet the heroine’s ex boyfriend, so it seems like maybe he’s the love interest. Then, we meet the hot ranch hand Gaitlin, and THEN we meet Keaton. So, it feels like this book is trying to trick us about who the love interest is, for no reason. It's just wasting time before Keaton is introduced.
Also, Keaton has supposedly been pining after the heroine for over a decade, but I have no idea why. She doesn’t have a good personality, and this book doesn't make a convincing case for what it is about her that he's so drawn to. This story also calls itself “enemies to lovers” but that’s a lie. The heroine hates Keaton (and she gives into him almost right away, so she doesn’t actually hate him). Meanwhile, he loves her. That’s not "enemies to lovers!" Words have meaning!
Another issue with the book is that the heroine spends most of it throwing a pity party for herself. We later find out that it’s because If the heroine was going to blame herself THIS hard, it would make a lot more sense if she was at least a little bit to blame! Otherwise, when it's so OBVIOUSLY not her fault, it's tiresome how she uses it as a reason to lash out at everyone. Like, the reason she "hated" Keaton was
Anyway, here is the “twist” at the end: But this isn’t a dark romance with a wild world full of casually unhinged characters where that could work. The rest of this book is a regular small-town read, set in a realistic world. So it doesn't fit the tone, and it comes across as both cruel and ridiculous that the hero is so dismissive about this.
Also, once the reveal comes out, then it puts the title of this book, UNSTABLE, in a whole new light, and it honestly seems very callous about the topic of mental health. I have no idea what the author was trying to go for, here, but this missed the mark by miles.
October 26, 2016
Frustratingly frustrated.....2.5***
How do you like a book and then not like a book? That is how I felt about this one. It is also a hard book to write a review on without revealing the whole plot.
This story is about Henley and the very sexy, alpha, dirty talking Keaton.
Henley has been gone for eight years following a tragedy that literally made her lose her mind. She was sent away at the age of 17 by her mother. Henley has been in San Diego and we really are not told what she has been doing in that time. She has not communicated with anyone back home in that time, including her own mother. There is where I start scratching my head. Her mother knows where she is and writes her constantly. Henley never responds. I find this crazy, especially in the circumstances that Henley was sent away. No airplanes? buses? boats? Come on..There is no way I am not seeing my kid for eight years regardless of her wanting to see me or not. Now her mom has passed away so Henley is back in town.
She is now the owner of a huge farm and really has no idea how she will manage this on her own. She meets a few people including the ex-boyfriend who is now the attorney handling the matters of the mother will and other financial matters. She was dating him prior to being sent away. He offers to help in anyway he can and she is not to receptive as she knew he always cheated even though she never confronted him about it. She arrives at her farm and realizes there is already someone on her farm. His name is Gatlin and he is the son of her mother's farm helper John. John died in the same accident as Henley's mom. Gatlin turns out to be exactly what Henley needs. She is a mess with feelings of guilt and sadness and no idea of how to move on. She is all alone and Gatlin is the emotional support she desperately needs.
Keaton shows up shortly after Henley gets to her farm. Immediately you realize his feelings for her as well as her feelings for him. She does not like Keaton at all. He has been sort of a tormentor since they were kids. They met when he was 10 and she was 8. At first I had no idea why she had such a dislike for Keaton, but as the story progresses you find out why. We find out that after Henley was sent away he went to her house to find out where she was and was never told which soured the relationship between him and Henley's mother.
Keaton is full on with her. He lets her know his feelings in no uncertain terms and of course initially she fights this. She is messed up in the head and thinks he is after her farm. Keaton could have been one amazing hero. I mean he was sexy, hot, dirty talking, and you could tell he has loved Henley for a long time. He also disliked Henley's ex-boyfriend and had been in a few skirmishes with him over the years. Keaton is a big help to Henley in her dealing with her past and all the deep rooted emotional feelings she carries around.
So this story is about coming back home and dealing with a tragic past, many feelings of guilt, and finally moving on. It was interesting to see how the mind works and gives us what we need. This is also a romance and when Keaton and Henley get together it was hot. Thru the book SE Hall shows us how much Keaton has loved Henley thru the years, but at the same time she negates this. First of all your true love is out there somewhere, but you just wait around until she decides to come back. There is a tiny part where it says he looked for her. I wanted information and pages as to all the things he did to try and find her. She is the love of your life, so you knew she would be back someday. How did you know Keaton? The woman has been gone for eight years and did not even communicate with her own mother.
The premise of this book was interesting as to how our own minds work and I have already went on and on about the love between Keaton and Henley, so with that said, this could have easily been a 4-5 ** read for me because I really really liked the hottie that was Keaton. Like I said I needed a way bigger effort on his part to find the woman he loved so much and not wait around assuming she would be back. I also think Henley had issues that I do not think can be cured with just love. Keaton was easy to ignore the not normal with her. It was sweet of him to go along, but at a certain age some things are not normal and should not be ignored.
SE Hall is still one of my faves, but this one did not do it for me. This review is solely my opinion and I do not want to dissuade anyone from reading this story.
No cheating
Not a triangle
No OW/OM Drama
Hot sexy time
HEA
How do you like a book and then not like a book? That is how I felt about this one. It is also a hard book to write a review on without revealing the whole plot.
This story is about Henley and the very sexy, alpha, dirty talking Keaton.
Henley has been gone for eight years following a tragedy that literally made her lose her mind. She was sent away at the age of 17 by her mother. Henley has been in San Diego and we really are not told what she has been doing in that time. She has not communicated with anyone back home in that time, including her own mother. There is where I start scratching my head. Her mother knows where she is and writes her constantly. Henley never responds. I find this crazy, especially in the circumstances that Henley was sent away. No airplanes? buses? boats? Come on..There is no way I am not seeing my kid for eight years regardless of her wanting to see me or not. Now her mom has passed away so Henley is back in town.
She is now the owner of a huge farm and really has no idea how she will manage this on her own. She meets a few people including the ex-boyfriend who is now the attorney handling the matters of the mother will and other financial matters. She was dating him prior to being sent away. He offers to help in anyway he can and she is not to receptive as she knew he always cheated even though she never confronted him about it. She arrives at her farm and realizes there is already someone on her farm. His name is Gatlin and he is the son of her mother's farm helper John. John died in the same accident as Henley's mom. Gatlin turns out to be exactly what Henley needs. She is a mess with feelings of guilt and sadness and no idea of how to move on. She is all alone and Gatlin is the emotional support she desperately needs.
Keaton shows up shortly after Henley gets to her farm. Immediately you realize his feelings for her as well as her feelings for him. She does not like Keaton at all. He has been sort of a tormentor since they were kids. They met when he was 10 and she was 8. At first I had no idea why she had such a dislike for Keaton, but as the story progresses you find out why. We find out that after Henley was sent away he went to her house to find out where she was and was never told which soured the relationship between him and Henley's mother.
Keaton is full on with her. He lets her know his feelings in no uncertain terms and of course initially she fights this. She is messed up in the head and thinks he is after her farm. Keaton could have been one amazing hero. I mean he was sexy, hot, dirty talking, and you could tell he has loved Henley for a long time. He also disliked Henley's ex-boyfriend and had been in a few skirmishes with him over the years. Keaton is a big help to Henley in her dealing with her past and all the deep rooted emotional feelings she carries around.
So this story is about coming back home and dealing with a tragic past, many feelings of guilt, and finally moving on. It was interesting to see how the mind works and gives us what we need. This is also a romance and when Keaton and Henley get together it was hot. Thru the book SE Hall shows us how much Keaton has loved Henley thru the years, but at the same time she negates this. First of all your true love is out there somewhere, but you just wait around until she decides to come back. There is a tiny part where it says he looked for her. I wanted information and pages as to all the things he did to try and find her. She is the love of your life, so you knew she would be back someday. How did you know Keaton? The woman has been gone for eight years and did not even communicate with her own mother.
The premise of this book was interesting as to how our own minds work and I have already went on and on about the love between Keaton and Henley, so with that said, this could have easily been a 4-5 ** read for me because I really really liked the hottie that was Keaton. Like I said I needed a way bigger effort on his part to find the woman he loved so much and not wait around assuming she would be back. I also think Henley had issues that I do not think can be cured with just love. Keaton was easy to ignore the not normal with her. It was sweet of him to go along, but at a certain age some things are not normal and should not be ignored.
SE Hall is still one of my faves, but this one did not do it for me. This review is solely my opinion and I do not want to dissuade anyone from reading this story.
No cheating
Not a triangle
No OW/OM Drama
Hot sexy time
HEA
September 20, 2016
Reviewed for www.marysuedies.com
Unstable by S.E. Hall is deeply romantic and Keaton is a fabulous hero. But there are too many issues with the storyline, too much suspended reality, to make this a quality novel.
Henley Calvert has returned home after 8yrs. Her mother has passed away and Henley is left to manage the family farm. Henley hasn’t seen or spoken to anyone in Ashfall since the accidental death of her twin, Hadley. Following a breakdown, Henley’s mother sent her to San Diego to get professional help and Henley simply never returned. Henley blames herself for Hadley’s death and has existed in a sort of half-alive haze ever since. When she arrives back in Ashfall, Henley is surprised to learn that there is already an employee at the farm. The very handsome Gatlin Holt helps Hadley rediscover herself and work through both her mother and sister’s death.
Keaton Cash has loved Henley Calvert his entire life. When they were children he looked out for her, but now that they’re adults, he refuses to give up the opportunity to make her fall in love with him. Keaton is kind, handsome, and so romantic, I’m convinced he’s the reason that so many readers love this book.
Here’s why I can’t agree with them. Henley has been gone for 8yrs. She was sent to an institution in San Diego at 17yrs old, presumably not yet a high school graduate. When Henley turns 18 she checks herself out of the hospital, apparently finds a cushy job working from home, and settles into a condo in San Diego. Without any help from anyone. We are never told what Henley did for a living or how she affords a condo in San Diego. In fact we aren’t told anything about the EIGHT years she spends away from Ashfall at all. Do we assume she hasn’t made a single friend, had a single experience worth noting? Maybe Henley’s mother is somehow giving her money? But they haven’t had contact at all the entire time? Or maybe there’s a trust fund?
During these years that Henley is away, her mother apparently knows where she is. Her mother isn’t poor but never decides to get on a plane and go see her daughter. Not ever.
There’s also an incident where two attorneys agree to cover up a crime that one has committed in exchange for not pressing charges against Keaton. They even write it up as an agreement! This is against every ethical rule attorneys are required to follow, both of them would be disbarred and it is presented as a legal contract in the book.
Finally, there is the Gatlin issue. Please stop reading now if you don’t want to know everything.
Gatlin is imaginary. Henley’s subconscious invents him to help her deal with her return to Ashfall. So leaving out the logistical problems with Gatlin, like who has been taking care of the farm and the animals and how Henley would run a 600 acre farm by herself anyway, this is a pretty clear sign of Henley being deeply Unstable. We know both from the title and Henley’s shrieking and strange behavior at the beginning of the book, that she isn’t mentally healthy. But instead of Keaton insisting that Henley get some kind of professional help, he thinks her imaginary friend is cute and that he has healed her with his love. Ugh.
I found S.E. Hall’s writing very romantic but there were just so many holes in Unstable.
Unstable by S.E. Hall is deeply romantic and Keaton is a fabulous hero. But there are too many issues with the storyline, too much suspended reality, to make this a quality novel.
Henley Calvert has returned home after 8yrs. Her mother has passed away and Henley is left to manage the family farm. Henley hasn’t seen or spoken to anyone in Ashfall since the accidental death of her twin, Hadley. Following a breakdown, Henley’s mother sent her to San Diego to get professional help and Henley simply never returned. Henley blames herself for Hadley’s death and has existed in a sort of half-alive haze ever since. When she arrives back in Ashfall, Henley is surprised to learn that there is already an employee at the farm. The very handsome Gatlin Holt helps Hadley rediscover herself and work through both her mother and sister’s death.
Keaton Cash has loved Henley Calvert his entire life. When they were children he looked out for her, but now that they’re adults, he refuses to give up the opportunity to make her fall in love with him. Keaton is kind, handsome, and so romantic, I’m convinced he’s the reason that so many readers love this book.
Here’s why I can’t agree with them. Henley has been gone for 8yrs. She was sent to an institution in San Diego at 17yrs old, presumably not yet a high school graduate. When Henley turns 18 she checks herself out of the hospital, apparently finds a cushy job working from home, and settles into a condo in San Diego. Without any help from anyone. We are never told what Henley did for a living or how she affords a condo in San Diego. In fact we aren’t told anything about the EIGHT years she spends away from Ashfall at all. Do we assume she hasn’t made a single friend, had a single experience worth noting? Maybe Henley’s mother is somehow giving her money? But they haven’t had contact at all the entire time? Or maybe there’s a trust fund?
During these years that Henley is away, her mother apparently knows where she is. Her mother isn’t poor but never decides to get on a plane and go see her daughter. Not ever.
There’s also an incident where two attorneys agree to cover up a crime that one has committed in exchange for not pressing charges against Keaton. They even write it up as an agreement! This is against every ethical rule attorneys are required to follow, both of them would be disbarred and it is presented as a legal contract in the book.
Finally, there is the Gatlin issue. Please stop reading now if you don’t want to know everything.
Gatlin is imaginary. Henley’s subconscious invents him to help her deal with her return to Ashfall. So leaving out the logistical problems with Gatlin, like who has been taking care of the farm and the animals and how Henley would run a 600 acre farm by herself anyway, this is a pretty clear sign of Henley being deeply Unstable. We know both from the title and Henley’s shrieking and strange behavior at the beginning of the book, that she isn’t mentally healthy. But instead of Keaton insisting that Henley get some kind of professional help, he thinks her imaginary friend is cute and that he has healed her with his love. Ugh.
I found S.E. Hall’s writing very romantic but there were just so many holes in Unstable.
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September 29, 2016
There is an old saying about boys, if he teases you in the playground then it means he likes you and that came to mind when I read this book however, this boy wasn’t really mean to this girl, more like the other way around.
Henley grew up on her family farm with her twin sister Hadley. Right next door was the Cash family and their son Keaton Cash. The boy that was like an annoying mosquito, as he could really get under Henley’s skin. This wasn’t the boy she fell in love with though, Merrick was her high school sweetheart, the boy she gave her heart and soul to. Until everything changed and her life was completely ripped apart.
Eight years later and Henley has returned to her home town and family farm. She is alone. Completely alone. She is a complete mess. Her past has been thrust back in front of her and she has a lot to deal with. Thank goodness for her farm hand Gatlin, at least she has someone she can count on to help her out. Running a farm on her own is very daunting and her emotions are in overdrive.
The last thing she needs is Keaton Fucking Cash knocking on her door. She is instantly suspicious of his intentions, he was the boy who was so mean to her when she was growing up and she can’t imagine he has changed at all. She couldn’t have been more wrong though. In fact the more time she spends with Keaton, she realises that the dislike she had for him was very one sided, it mostly came from her. The Keaton of today is not the picture she built up in her head all those years ago. Living in a small town means everyone knows your business, however there are some things that Henley would rather not have to deal with or face. Keaton seems to be determined to worm his way into her life, he has been waiting for this opportunity for years.
‘Do you secretly read Nicholas Sparks? ‘No idea who that is. I read you, Henley Gene.’ He lightly skims the back of his hand down my cheek. ‘Spent as much of my lifetime as I could reading you.’
What does he want though – to get his hands on Henley’s land or is it her heart he is after? Maybe the very things she has been running away from will turn out to be the answers to her finding some sense of happiness and closure. Maybe then she can open her heart and mind to love?
Henley grew up on her family farm with her twin sister Hadley. Right next door was the Cash family and their son Keaton Cash. The boy that was like an annoying mosquito, as he could really get under Henley’s skin. This wasn’t the boy she fell in love with though, Merrick was her high school sweetheart, the boy she gave her heart and soul to. Until everything changed and her life was completely ripped apart.
Eight years later and Henley has returned to her home town and family farm. She is alone. Completely alone. She is a complete mess. Her past has been thrust back in front of her and she has a lot to deal with. Thank goodness for her farm hand Gatlin, at least she has someone she can count on to help her out. Running a farm on her own is very daunting and her emotions are in overdrive.
The last thing she needs is Keaton Fucking Cash knocking on her door. She is instantly suspicious of his intentions, he was the boy who was so mean to her when she was growing up and she can’t imagine he has changed at all. She couldn’t have been more wrong though. In fact the more time she spends with Keaton, she realises that the dislike she had for him was very one sided, it mostly came from her. The Keaton of today is not the picture she built up in her head all those years ago. Living in a small town means everyone knows your business, however there are some things that Henley would rather not have to deal with or face. Keaton seems to be determined to worm his way into her life, he has been waiting for this opportunity for years.
‘Do you secretly read Nicholas Sparks? ‘No idea who that is. I read you, Henley Gene.’ He lightly skims the back of his hand down my cheek. ‘Spent as much of my lifetime as I could reading you.’
What does he want though – to get his hands on Henley’s land or is it her heart he is after? Maybe the very things she has been running away from will turn out to be the answers to her finding some sense of happiness and closure. Maybe then she can open her heart and mind to love?
July 24, 2017
Did not work for me.
The h was unstable.
Needs to seek professional help. Love does not cure mental disorders.
The h was unstable.
Needs to seek professional help. Love does not cure mental disorders.
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June 24, 2021DNF @ 69%
I just hate this woman. She shrieks and sobs and is just aggressive to everyone. I know she’s described as feisty but she’s just aggressive and grumpy. Not for me.
I just hate this woman. She shrieks and sobs and is just aggressive to everyone. I know she’s described as feisty but she’s just aggressive and grumpy. Not for me.
September 15, 2016
5 "Your infuriating stars"
Unstable is one of those books where I can say you will definitely finish with a happy sigh, I loved every minute of reading it.
A childhood friends then to adulthood romance with a love hate relationship.
Henley and Keaton have been farm neighbors since they were little and have always had a love hate relationship, the hate part being more on Henley's side as she saw Keaton as a pain in the rear and nicknamed him Ass of Ashfall.
Henley left the small farming home town after the death of her sister and now years later she is back following the death of her only parent.
Unstable is a moving story with little twists and turns, it's heartwarming & heartbreaking at the same time. The banter between the characters is funny you can tell they were childhood friends as the same torment and teasing continues between the two even as adults.
Keaton will warm your heart, make you smile and make you swoon, I absolutely loved him, he is another hot cowboy for my BBF shelf.
"I loved you since you were ten, I loved you while you were gone, and I love you now".
Told in Henleys pov you are swept away with the plot, beautiful words, taken through the highs and lows which lead to a beautiful hea.
Arc gratefully recieved for review: BBBf-sizzlereads-bestbookboyfriends
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Unstable is one of those books where I can say you will definitely finish with a happy sigh, I loved every minute of reading it.
A childhood friends then to adulthood romance with a love hate relationship.
Henley and Keaton have been farm neighbors since they were little and have always had a love hate relationship, the hate part being more on Henley's side as she saw Keaton as a pain in the rear and nicknamed him Ass of Ashfall.
Henley left the small farming home town after the death of her sister and now years later she is back following the death of her only parent.
Unstable is a moving story with little twists and turns, it's heartwarming & heartbreaking at the same time. The banter between the characters is funny you can tell they were childhood friends as the same torment and teasing continues between the two even as adults.
Keaton will warm your heart, make you smile and make you swoon, I absolutely loved him, he is another hot cowboy for my BBF shelf.
"I loved you since you were ten, I loved you while you were gone, and I love you now".
Told in Henleys pov you are swept away with the plot, beautiful words, taken through the highs and lows which lead to a beautiful hea.
Arc gratefully recieved for review: BBBf-sizzlereads-bestbookboyfriends
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September 30, 2016
S.E. Hall delivers a swoon worthy romance with Unstable.
This story appears to be a love triangle but it is anything but.
We meet Henley Gene Calvart, Gaitlyn and Keaton in this book. Automatically you think love triangle but really this is a beautiful story of loss, love, friendship, and discovery.
Keaton Cash is an alpha with the sweetest heart and his devotion to Henley is one that romance movies are made of.
Gaitlyn is the farm hand that is always there for you when you need a friend and appears to be not so bad to look at either. He always knew the right thing to say to Henley and was just such a strong support system for her.
I found myself so captivated by this story, I shed tears as Henley comes to terms with the losses she has had to endure throughout her life. I swooned and found myself loving Keaton Cash and I wanted Gailtyn as a friend.
The ending of this book will blow you away and having you appreciating it so much more I mean WOW WOW WOW. I didn't see it coming and when it did I gasped out loud and thought oh em gee BRILLIANT JUST BRILLIANT!!!
The writing in this book is just fantastic. One of the best books I've read ever.
I have already read this book multiple times and this is one book that definitely belongs on your bookshelf.
March 19, 2022
1. This is not a love triangle, despite how the synopsis sounds
2. I figured out the big reveal like 4o pages in
3. I kinda love Keaton Cash
2. I figured out the big reveal like 4o pages in
3. I kinda love Keaton Cash
September 21, 2016
5 Stars!
S.E. Hall is a favorite author of mine. Her words soothe my soul and make mny heart race. From her flowing storylines to captivating plots, this author knows how to bring out the steam and feels in her books. But this book right here? HER BEST TO DATE.
Unstable was a brilliant romance full of passion, intensity, twists, turns, and second chances. I had to pleasure of beta reading this book and what a great honor it was. Watching this book be made, chapter by chapter, and watching how everything unfolded was amazing. Unstable is like NO other book S.E. has ever written. She is going to make you feel while keeping you on your toes.
And then we have the stars of this book.. Henley, Keaton, and Gaitlin. Three complex and complicated characters that are going to steal your heart and rock your world. SHE is coming home. HE has always wanted her. And HE is there to help her move on. It's been years and now everything is going to change. What happens when Henley returns to the one place that she left?
I fell hard and fast for Henley. She was an amazing character that will make your heart bleed. I rooted for her... hard. She needed that happy ending. She needed that unconditional love. She needed to heal and find a way to move on. The steps she took... and the progress she made... I was in awe of her at times.
Then our two men... both intrigued me but Keaton Cash stole my heart. The honesty and loyalty he showed was amazing. The support and guidance blew me out of the water. It has been a long time since I swooned for a book boyfriend like I did with Keaton. But let's not forget Gaitlin... he was a character that intrigued me. He was mysterious and interesting yet no less important.
This book was so so good. If I could give it 10 stars and shout from the rooftops I would. Pick up this book if you are a new fan and fall for S.E.'s words. And loyal fans, get ready for a brand new favorite from our favorite.
I highly recommend this book.
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S.E. Hall is a favorite author of mine. Her words soothe my soul and make mny heart race. From her flowing storylines to captivating plots, this author knows how to bring out the steam and feels in her books. But this book right here? HER BEST TO DATE.
Unstable was a brilliant romance full of passion, intensity, twists, turns, and second chances. I had to pleasure of beta reading this book and what a great honor it was. Watching this book be made, chapter by chapter, and watching how everything unfolded was amazing. Unstable is like NO other book S.E. has ever written. She is going to make you feel while keeping you on your toes.
And then we have the stars of this book.. Henley, Keaton, and Gaitlin. Three complex and complicated characters that are going to steal your heart and rock your world. SHE is coming home. HE has always wanted her. And HE is there to help her move on. It's been years and now everything is going to change. What happens when Henley returns to the one place that she left?
I fell hard and fast for Henley. She was an amazing character that will make your heart bleed. I rooted for her... hard. She needed that happy ending. She needed that unconditional love. She needed to heal and find a way to move on. The steps she took... and the progress she made... I was in awe of her at times.
Then our two men... both intrigued me but Keaton Cash stole my heart. The honesty and loyalty he showed was amazing. The support and guidance blew me out of the water. It has been a long time since I swooned for a book boyfriend like I did with Keaton. But let's not forget Gaitlin... he was a character that intrigued me. He was mysterious and interesting yet no less important.
This book was so so good. If I could give it 10 stars and shout from the rooftops I would. Pick up this book if you are a new fan and fall for S.E.'s words. And loyal fans, get ready for a brand new favorite from our favorite.
I highly recommend this book.
Review Post---> Coming Soon!
September 6, 2016
SE Hall continues to amaze me as a reader with each new book she writes. She’s proven she can write the coming of age stories and the new adult stories filled with wit and humor. Sexy steamy love stories, yep, Hall’s conquered that story line too. With Unstable, Hall extends her writing that much more by giving us an emotionally charged, riveting story that will leave you breathless until the very end. She’s now managed to give you the heartbreak along with all the other characteristics she’s known for creating.
Unstable is the emotional story of a young girl returning home to small town life in the wake of losing her estranged mother. For the first time in years Henley has to face the fears that drove her away. She has struggles, deeply complex emotions, thoughts and feelings that will engage you until the very end. Hall keeps you guessing as you read Henley’s story by creating well thought out plot lines, characters and circumstances that’ll have you mad one minute and crying the next. She is able to penetrate your heart and tug on those heartstrings and making you feel as if you are a part of Henley’s story.
SE Hall is just one of those authors you need to one click. Each of her stories are equally as good as the next and she just continues to grow leaps and bounds with each book she writes. You truly can’t go wrong one clicking one of her books. If you are looking for a heartfelt read smattered with humor, sexy alpha males and beautiful countryside then look no further than Unstable.
Unstable is the emotional story of a young girl returning home to small town life in the wake of losing her estranged mother. For the first time in years Henley has to face the fears that drove her away. She has struggles, deeply complex emotions, thoughts and feelings that will engage you until the very end. Hall keeps you guessing as you read Henley’s story by creating well thought out plot lines, characters and circumstances that’ll have you mad one minute and crying the next. She is able to penetrate your heart and tug on those heartstrings and making you feel as if you are a part of Henley’s story.
SE Hall is just one of those authors you need to one click. Each of her stories are equally as good as the next and she just continues to grow leaps and bounds with each book she writes. You truly can’t go wrong one clicking one of her books. If you are looking for a heartfelt read smattered with humor, sexy alpha males and beautiful countryside then look no further than Unstable.
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June 20, 2021If you see the no cheating. That's technically true. But he WAS IN LOVE WITH THE HEROINE AND SLEPT WITH MANY MANY WOMEN BECAUSE HE WASN'T STRONG ENOUGH TO WAIT OR FIGHT AND SHE WASN'T IMPORTANT ENOUGH FOR HIM TO DO WITHOUT.
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January 16, 2020
A very sweet romance ... love an Alpha male who knows how to respect women and treat them well. Adorable ❤️
July 1, 2021
A loving love story
This book is a delight. Westerns aren’t usually my thing, but I’m glad I made an exception for this story. It’s all about the healing power of love and that’s so welcome in these very strange days.
Highly recommended.
This book is a delight. Westerns aren’t usually my thing, but I’m glad I made an exception for this story. It’s all about the healing power of love and that’s so welcome in these very strange days.
Highly recommended.
December 23, 2022
This! This is how you write a romance. Keaton is a hero for the ages!
May 24, 2022
A spicy and tense little western romance that may have taken me a while to read but that wasn't the books fault.
I would recommend this for any western romance readers who need something with more angsty spice and quality substance without being sweet.
I would recommend this for any western romance readers who need something with more angsty spice and quality substance without being sweet.
September 22, 2016
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A sweet and sexy, love/hate relationship with a few twists and turns!
Henley is back in town after being gone for eight years, to run her family farm and deal with the ghosts of her past. She isn’t ready to be back in Ashfall, and she’s definitely not ready to deal with her neighbor, Keaton. Keaton is all alpha male, and pure hotness, and as much as Henley doesn’t want to let him in, she ends up letting him in slowly and a truly amazing story is formed.
Throughout this book we get to see what drove Henley away eight years ago, and it broke my heart, and why she’s back now (also heartbreaking), but we get to see Henley grow and become a whole lot stronger than the girl we met in the beginning of this book. She’s been through a ton and a lot of hard situations, but letting Keaton in helps her learn to accept the past and to allow herself to move on and be happy.
Keaton Cash is alpha male to a T! He has wanted Henley forever and does everything in his power to get her to open up for him, and for her to accept his feelings for her. He may come off as a caveman, but the things he does for Henley in this book are definitely swoonworthy. He can be sweet as pie one minute, and bossy as hell the next, and I loved his character for this. I loved watching him bring Henley back and his relentless pursuit of her and making sure she was taken care of, even when she didn’t realize it.
Henley and Keaton’s story is beautifully written and I adored every second of it. I just wish we would have had more of these amazing characters! There are a few “spiritual” insights for Henley in this book and I loved them. I loved seeing how they guided her, or how her feelings ended up always being right. There is a twist in this book, but towards the middle I started to realize what it was, so I wasn’t 100% shocked, but I know some readers will be and I hope they enjoy it as much as I did! If you love a great contemporary romance that will take you on a wild ride and leave you happy and content, I highly suggest Unstable by S.E. Hall!
A sweet and sexy, love/hate relationship with a few twists and turns!
Henley is back in town after being gone for eight years, to run her family farm and deal with the ghosts of her past. She isn’t ready to be back in Ashfall, and she’s definitely not ready to deal with her neighbor, Keaton. Keaton is all alpha male, and pure hotness, and as much as Henley doesn’t want to let him in, she ends up letting him in slowly and a truly amazing story is formed.
Throughout this book we get to see what drove Henley away eight years ago, and it broke my heart, and why she’s back now (also heartbreaking), but we get to see Henley grow and become a whole lot stronger than the girl we met in the beginning of this book. She’s been through a ton and a lot of hard situations, but letting Keaton in helps her learn to accept the past and to allow herself to move on and be happy.
Keaton Cash is alpha male to a T! He has wanted Henley forever and does everything in his power to get her to open up for him, and for her to accept his feelings for her. He may come off as a caveman, but the things he does for Henley in this book are definitely swoonworthy. He can be sweet as pie one minute, and bossy as hell the next, and I loved his character for this. I loved watching him bring Henley back and his relentless pursuit of her and making sure she was taken care of, even when she didn’t realize it.
Henley and Keaton’s story is beautifully written and I adored every second of it. I just wish we would have had more of these amazing characters! There are a few “spiritual” insights for Henley in this book and I loved them. I loved seeing how they guided her, or how her feelings ended up always being right. There is a twist in this book, but towards the middle I started to realize what it was, so I wasn’t 100% shocked, but I know some readers will be and I hope they enjoy it as much as I did! If you love a great contemporary romance that will take you on a wild ride and leave you happy and content, I highly suggest Unstable by S.E. Hall!
September 26, 2016
5 star
I was pulled right into this story. S.E. is one of my go to authors and you know when she puts out a story it is going to be great. This is different than her other stories but that is not a bad thing. She makes sure with every one of her stories you fall in love with no one but all of the characters.
This story is about Henley, Keaton, and Gaitlin but don’t worry it’s not a love triangle. These three have all been through a lot. Henley seems to be the most broken but can these two fix her and help her finally learn to heal? This book brings out all your emotions and makes you feel everything in the story. Keaton always wanted Henley but things just got in the way. Now he wants his chance and will do everything in his power to win her love. Can he prove no matter what she always though that she was the only one for him?
I loved these characters and also the side characters. I felt I was able to connect with the characters and the story was a great read.
I highly recommend this book.
I was pulled right into this story. S.E. is one of my go to authors and you know when she puts out a story it is going to be great. This is different than her other stories but that is not a bad thing. She makes sure with every one of her stories you fall in love with no one but all of the characters.
This story is about Henley, Keaton, and Gaitlin but don’t worry it’s not a love triangle. These three have all been through a lot. Henley seems to be the most broken but can these two fix her and help her finally learn to heal? This book brings out all your emotions and makes you feel everything in the story. Keaton always wanted Henley but things just got in the way. Now he wants his chance and will do everything in his power to win her love. Can he prove no matter what she always though that she was the only one for him?
I loved these characters and also the side characters. I felt I was able to connect with the characters and the story was a great read.
I highly recommend this book.
September 17, 2016
May be favorite yet!!
Wow.... as always what a incredible story... You took me on several twists and turns and some that truly shocked me and did not figure out until I read them..... I can't tell you how many times I seriously laughed out loud at the story or cried with those same characters. Absolutely amazing job I felt like I was living the story as one of the characters myself. Thank you for the journey!!!
Wow.... as always what a incredible story... You took me on several twists and turns and some that truly shocked me and did not figure out until I read them..... I can't tell you how many times I seriously laughed out loud at the story or cried with those same characters. Absolutely amazing job I felt like I was living the story as one of the characters myself. Thank you for the journey!!!
October 6, 2016
WOW
Amazing story, amazing characters and a plot that makes you remember to tell those you love how you feel while you can. Never wait ... to buy and read this story, because, SE Hall nails it!!!
Amazing story, amazing characters and a plot that makes you remember to tell those you love how you feel while you can. Never wait ... to buy and read this story, because, SE Hall nails it!!!
June 9, 2023
Keaton Cash is my new favorite Man book boyfriend. Loved, even though I didn’t care for the girl in the beginning. Cute, fate, Love Story.
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September 23, 2016
Awesome story: lots of laughter as well as lots of tears. Henley hasn't spoken to her mother since the "incident" when she shipped Henley off to the loony bin. Now 8 years later, Henley's back home for her mother's funeral and totally overwhelmed with guilt! Keaton, her neighbor and arch-enemy as well as ex-boyfriend, Merrick, are both competing for her attention AGAIN! But only one has good intentions while the other is following an evil and deceitful agenda. Will Henley be able to tell the difference before she loses everything?
September 21, 2016
Is it possible to be a superfan? SE Hall is one of my favorite authors. She delivers exactly what I need every time. Fantastic writing, complex characters, laughter, tears, suspense and heat. Henley has returned home after eight years. She's not happy to be home, there are too many bad memories there. But, she's the only one left and someone has to take over the family farm. She's not sure she can do this. Walk back into town and wonder if everyone is pointing and staring. When she meets Gatlin, the farmhand, she starts to believe she can do this with his help. He's quick with a helping hand and a monologue full of wise words and heart-felt advice. Then she's reminded who lives next door. Keaton Fucking Cash. She's afraid he's going to want to buy her farm and that is not going to happen. After a few run-ins with the sexy Keaten, she starts remembering that he was always there for her growing up. She never knew how he felt, even though she felt the same. It wasn't meant to be. He was supposed to be with someone else. He has a lot of things to say to Henley, mostly that he's not going to let her get away again. He's going to make her see that they are forever. He's going to be there for her every step of the way. Even though she doesn't want his help. She has to prove to herself, Keaton, Gatlin, and the town, that she can do it without their help. But, a few dreams point her in the direction of forgiveness. She learns to ask for help. To trust in herself. To let go of the past. To believe in love and happily ever after. To believe in herself. I loved this story! Henley made me laugh and cry! I loved her strength and her big heart. Keaton loves her something fierce. He's not just sexy. He's smart, dedicated and isn't going to take no for an answer!
"I can be both, Hen. Your best friend and your man. I can be everything you need."
"I assure you, Darlin', my trigger is anything but quick. In fact, you'll squeeze yours off multiple times before I even cock back my hammer."
"You're being a chauvinistic pig."
"Oink."
"I can be both, Hen. Your best friend and your man. I can be everything you need."
"I assure you, Darlin', my trigger is anything but quick. In fact, you'll squeeze yours off multiple times before I even cock back my hammer."
"You're being a chauvinistic pig."
"Oink."
September 17, 2016
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QueenZany 5 Star Review
Unstable
S.E. Hall
SYYYY!!! Another breathtaking novel!!!!
“Unstable” is a luminous experience of wondrous proportions!
Which had me spellbind. God knows I was up till the crack of dawn reading. For this wondrous love story! That had a mix of banter, lust, and soul. Plus a love that will surely last an infinity!
Just an Amazing story I couldn't resist. Now If we had a Keaton!! Life would be perfect!! SYYYY
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
QueenZany 5 Star Review
Unstable
S.E. Hall
SYYYY!!! Another breathtaking novel!!!!
“Unstable” is a luminous experience of wondrous proportions!
Which had me spellbind. God knows I was up till the crack of dawn reading. For this wondrous love story! That had a mix of banter, lust, and soul. Plus a love that will surely last an infinity!
Just an Amazing story I couldn't resist. Now If we had a Keaton!! Life would be perfect!! SYYYY
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
September 28, 2016
LEEANN'S REVIEW
5 STARS
Whenever I pick up a book by S.E Hall, I know it is going to exceed my expectations. When I started reading Unstable I realized I was gping to get way more than I bargained for.
This is a story that will pull at your heart strings. It will have you laughing out loud one minute and dabbing your eyes with a tissue the next.
Henley and Keaton have always been enimies.. Or so Henley thought. The truth is much more entertaining! She has returned home after years away only to find that everything is the same, but different. She is seeing things a whole lot clearer and learning some home truths along the way.
I loved these characters so much. They are just gorgeous together. Perfectly matched so to speak. She is strong willed and independent, but no match for her man. He is the ultimate country boy turned alpha man who likes to look after what he considers his and, he definitely considers Henley his!
This is one of those books that you never want to put down and when you get to the end it really leaves you wanting more. It is packed with all the feels, brilliant writing, loveable characters and a storyline that hits it out if the park. There are a couple of little twists that accentuate the story and make it more real and there is a healthy dose of romance with just the right amount of sexy. Couple that with the right balance of angst humour and you have the perfect book to get lost in for a little while.
Well worth getting your one click finger out for because S.E Hall does not disappoint.
LOVE, LOVE, LOVED IT!
5 STARS
Whenever I pick up a book by S.E Hall, I know it is going to exceed my expectations. When I started reading Unstable I realized I was gping to get way more than I bargained for.
This is a story that will pull at your heart strings. It will have you laughing out loud one minute and dabbing your eyes with a tissue the next.
Henley and Keaton have always been enimies.. Or so Henley thought. The truth is much more entertaining! She has returned home after years away only to find that everything is the same, but different. She is seeing things a whole lot clearer and learning some home truths along the way.
I loved these characters so much. They are just gorgeous together. Perfectly matched so to speak. She is strong willed and independent, but no match for her man. He is the ultimate country boy turned alpha man who likes to look after what he considers his and, he definitely considers Henley his!
This is one of those books that you never want to put down and when you get to the end it really leaves you wanting more. It is packed with all the feels, brilliant writing, loveable characters and a storyline that hits it out if the park. There are a couple of little twists that accentuate the story and make it more real and there is a healthy dose of romance with just the right amount of sexy. Couple that with the right balance of angst humour and you have the perfect book to get lost in for a little while.
Well worth getting your one click finger out for because S.E Hall does not disappoint.
LOVE, LOVE, LOVED IT!
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