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Finding Parker
Victoria Fisker has lived her life knowing that finding the right man will be difficult. She’s a virgin, and plans on staying that way until she marries. Refusing to stray from her convictions has caused most of her relationships to end poorly and prematurely.
As a result, she has lost faith in a man’s ability to accept her for who she is.
That is, until she meets Parker Bale.
Parker, a recent college graduate, shares her old-school values, and is also a virgin.
But, Parker has a secret.
A secret so unbelievable, that finding out just might end what Victoria believes to be the perfect relationship with the perfect man.
A contemporary romance with a few unexpected twists, Finding Parker is the tale of two 23-year-olds who meet surrounding a very odd set of circumstances.
Contemporary romance with no cheating, no sex outside the relationship, an HEA, and no cliffhanger.
As a result, she has lost faith in a man’s ability to accept her for who she is.
That is, until she meets Parker Bale.
Parker, a recent college graduate, shares her old-school values, and is also a virgin.
But, Parker has a secret.
A secret so unbelievable, that finding out just might end what Victoria believes to be the perfect relationship with the perfect man.
A contemporary romance with a few unexpected twists, Finding Parker is the tale of two 23-year-olds who meet surrounding a very odd set of circumstances.
Contemporary romance with no cheating, no sex outside the relationship, an HEA, and no cliffhanger.
260 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 28, 2014
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Scott Hildreth
99 books3,873 followersScott Hildreth in an international bestselling author. He has written more than fifty novels.
His preferred careers of being a hit man, serial killer, biker, military hero, mafia boss, boxer, vigilante, and tattoo artist will always be favorites, but as writing has become a full-time gig, he must live vicariously through the characters in his books who share his admiration for these professions.
He resides in Naples, Florida with his wife and children.
You can keep up with Scott’s self-published and traditionally published work here:
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His preferred careers of being a hit man, serial killer, biker, military hero, mafia boss, boxer, vigilante, and tattoo artist will always be favorites, but as writing has become a full-time gig, he must live vicariously through the characters in his books who share his admiration for these professions.
He resides in Naples, Florida with his wife and children.
You can keep up with Scott’s self-published and traditionally published work here:
Twitter: @ScottDHildreth
Face book "OFFICIAL LIKE" page - (for updates on released books and upcoming books)
www.facebook.com/ScottDHildreth
Facebook Author Page - (currently at 5,000 friend limit, but Scott invites you to come enjoy his contests, giveaways, and playful book banter) www.facebook.com/sdhildreth
Website (or to signup for Scott's newsletter) www.scotthildreth.com
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December 17, 2015
5 "yin to your yang" stars
Beautiful coming of age story.
Life altering truths.
I have highlightened so many sentences i will need to ponder over them...and make them "alive" through the further walk on my own memory lane towards another day cause:
"You should live every day as if you're going to die at midnight."
December, 12
Once again i was surprised by a read. I didn't quite know what to expect except for the "feelings" and essentially this book is exactly that - a FEELING!
the abundance of kindness, emotional spectre interwoven with ties of introspective search, finding and keeping.
acknowledging the existance of greater truth of life is on hightened on every page and it's overwhelming in my own process of finding them out, accepting them and recognizing them...
BEAUTIFUL. ENLIGHTNING. HEARTWORMING.
the story and the characters
are so interlinked that you have the feeling they are one and the same. They move through the pacing, they set the pacing, they are the pacing.
Parker Bale is a 23 year old college graduate in search of an employment. He answers an add that is intriguing and daring and he finds himself signing a contract with the middle aged rich man Kenton Wade. Parker's job includes a "search" - finding and courting women in order to find the one that would eventially become smth more. The setting is given, the location is marked and the "sight" is in proximity. Victoria Fisker is the one Parker sets his eyes upon.
Seems like an ideal, "too good to be true" job BUT the constant self-questioning that Parker puts himself through sets the bar higher in not only the search for "the one" but in settling his own thoughts, feelings, ethics considering friendship and finally love.
The connections run deep and the bonds are formed beyond imagining possible and the hidden truths come out in the light setting the tone for enlightment of event, people and places they are about to reach
My thoughts
I FELT: Kindness. Love. Tenderness. Life altering truths. Quotes that linger and stay with you reminding you what you somehow misplaced inside yourself while running the everyday fast lane called LIFE.
Truly different in tone and pace, but the writing style is recognizable and I can only make my statement that Scott Hildreth is a versatile author that can amaze with grandiose "life truths" and deliver them in such a simple, warm and wholehearted way.
December 5, 2014
Where do I start. This author seems to have outdone himself this time.
The book starts out with the male MC (Parker) signing a contract with a wealthy eccentric middle aged man. Parker's bound by contract to meet several women and court them in an effort to find a lover. The problem, at least initially, is the fact he signed a contract and didn't read it.
At all.
He signed it on a literal dare.
Parker is an attractive man and a college graduate. In his new "job", he gets unlimited expenses, a new BMW, etc, but he must take the women to the wealthy employers home once a week.
Right out of the gate, this book grabs you and doesn't let go. It makes you think, and think hard. It has a plot unlike anything else I've read in years, many...many years.
I'll have to admit, the ancillary characters in this book are stronger than Author Hildreth's MC's in previous books. The main characters in this book are amazing.
If you're like me, and you like a great story about having feelings, wondering what's going to happen in a relationship, and not trusting members of the opposite sex, this books hits you in the gut with a blind-side punch.
And keeps punching away until the end.
You'll never guess where this book will take you, but be prepared. It's a ride you'll not soon forget, and you'll want to immediately read over again. Many times.
Many, many, many quotable scenes, one-liners, and phrases.
A must read for anyone who thinks they know what love is about. Until you read this, YOU DON'T
Merged review:
Where do I start. This author seems to have outdone himself this time.
The book starts out with the male MC (Parker) signing a contract with a wealthy eccentric middle aged man. Parker's bound by contract to meet several women and court them in an effort to find a lover. The problem, at least initially, is the fact he signed a contract and didn't read it.
At all.
He signed it on a literal dare.
Parker is an attractive man and a college graduate. In his new "job", he gets unlimited expenses, a new BMW, etc, but he must take the women to the wealthy employers home once a week.
Right out of the gate, this book grabs you and doesn't let go. It makes you think, and think hard. It has a plot unlike anything else I've read in years, many...many years.
I'll have to admit, the ancillary characters in this book are stronger than Author Hildreth's MC's in previous books. The main characters in this book are amazing.
If you're like me, and you like a great story about having feelings, wondering what's going to happen in a relationship, and not trusting members of the opposite sex, this books hits you in the gut with a blind-side punch.
And keeps punching away until the end.
You'll never guess where this book will take you, but be prepared. It's a ride you'll not soon forget, and you'll want to immediately read over again. Many times.
Many, many, many quotable scenes, one-liners, and phrases.
A must read for anyone who thinks they know what love is about. Until you read this, YOU DON'T
The book starts out with the male MC (Parker) signing a contract with a wealthy eccentric middle aged man. Parker's bound by contract to meet several women and court them in an effort to find a lover. The problem, at least initially, is the fact he signed a contract and didn't read it.
At all.
He signed it on a literal dare.
Parker is an attractive man and a college graduate. In his new "job", he gets unlimited expenses, a new BMW, etc, but he must take the women to the wealthy employers home once a week.
Right out of the gate, this book grabs you and doesn't let go. It makes you think, and think hard. It has a plot unlike anything else I've read in years, many...many years.
I'll have to admit, the ancillary characters in this book are stronger than Author Hildreth's MC's in previous books. The main characters in this book are amazing.
If you're like me, and you like a great story about having feelings, wondering what's going to happen in a relationship, and not trusting members of the opposite sex, this books hits you in the gut with a blind-side punch.
And keeps punching away until the end.
You'll never guess where this book will take you, but be prepared. It's a ride you'll not soon forget, and you'll want to immediately read over again. Many times.
Many, many, many quotable scenes, one-liners, and phrases.
A must read for anyone who thinks they know what love is about. Until you read this, YOU DON'T
Merged review:
Where do I start. This author seems to have outdone himself this time.
The book starts out with the male MC (Parker) signing a contract with a wealthy eccentric middle aged man. Parker's bound by contract to meet several women and court them in an effort to find a lover. The problem, at least initially, is the fact he signed a contract and didn't read it.
At all.
He signed it on a literal dare.
Parker is an attractive man and a college graduate. In his new "job", he gets unlimited expenses, a new BMW, etc, but he must take the women to the wealthy employers home once a week.
Right out of the gate, this book grabs you and doesn't let go. It makes you think, and think hard. It has a plot unlike anything else I've read in years, many...many years.
I'll have to admit, the ancillary characters in this book are stronger than Author Hildreth's MC's in previous books. The main characters in this book are amazing.
If you're like me, and you like a great story about having feelings, wondering what's going to happen in a relationship, and not trusting members of the opposite sex, this books hits you in the gut with a blind-side punch.
And keeps punching away until the end.
You'll never guess where this book will take you, but be prepared. It's a ride you'll not soon forget, and you'll want to immediately read over again. Many times.
Many, many, many quotable scenes, one-liners, and phrases.
A must read for anyone who thinks they know what love is about. Until you read this, YOU DON'T
September 30, 2014
When I heard that "Finding Parker" was finally Live, I had two reactions (Ok, so I may have borrowed from Victoria a little...)
"Oh my fucking God, Parker. Yes. Yes. Yes"
Swiftly followed by...
"I'm going to devour this motherfucker"
You could say that I was *slightly* excited... And beyond the fact that it was being described as "A Love Story", I didn't know what kind of journey it was going to take me on.
I can tell you now, that is wasn't long before I knew this was going to be something a bit special; something that was going to affect me and stay with me; and I was absolutely certain that I didn't want it to end... Even when I was ripped to shreds, feeling raw and vulnerable...
"Sometimes when I have to do something I really despise, I count to five and just do it when five comes." ~Victoria
"One"...
From the moment the story began, I felt an inevitable flow of time and events and it reminded me of a quote by Lao Tse
"Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes, Don't resist them - that only creates sorrow.
Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like."
To relax. To live life to the full every.single.day. To be observant of signs pointing you a certain way, gives me a sense of peace...and to accept my past as something which has shaped me into who I am now, gives me strength.
"I have no regrets. To regret my past would be to admit I am not satisfied with who or what I have become.
Everything I have accomplished and all I have been exposed to - good or evil - has created what sits before you."~Downes
Scott Hildreth's sub characters always add so much (I want to know more about Downes!), but Kenton... He is something special...
"TWO"...
Then there are the Scottisms ~ the unique Hildreth~Humour... or Hildreth-haha's. I was close to choking with laughter at the sub sandwiches, eyebrow perfection "Pluck. Pluck. Pluck", chicken guts, a clown *raises eyebrow*, and my personal favourite....
"The piccolo player's a motherfucker"... Trust me, read it and you'll understand!
"Three"...
LOVE. Parker & Victoria. To find a love that is so exceptional, that defies odds. That person who allows you to just be yourself, but helps you to grow into the best person you can be. Yin/yang. Someone who really sees you... not your image, but your heart and your soul... is priceless, and beyond compare... Simply beautiful. And the sacrifices we make for those we love are beyond words...
"Life's greatest treasures will never be held, purchased, or bartered for. They will only be felt."
"Four"...
My favourite quote which warmed my heart, is actually the dedication "With swollen eyes and a heart filled with warmth, I dedicate this novel to my father. Pop, this one is for you."
So, Mr.Hildreth, it seems apt to end with the words of Parker which wholeheartedly reflect my thoughts...
"Thank you," I whispered.
"For?" He asked in a whisper.
"For," I hesitated.
"For being you."
Never stop being you. Your words have the ability to inspire, make people reflect, laugh, cry, heal and be more.
"Five"... swollen eyed, but thankful stars.
"Fuck"... I came to the end... But it's not really the end, and that's why I'm now smiling and thankful.
Stunning.
"Love without end."
"Oh my fucking God, Parker. Yes. Yes. Yes"
Swiftly followed by...
"I'm going to devour this motherfucker"
You could say that I was *slightly* excited... And beyond the fact that it was being described as "A Love Story", I didn't know what kind of journey it was going to take me on.
I can tell you now, that is wasn't long before I knew this was going to be something a bit special; something that was going to affect me and stay with me; and I was absolutely certain that I didn't want it to end... Even when I was ripped to shreds, feeling raw and vulnerable...
"Sometimes when I have to do something I really despise, I count to five and just do it when five comes." ~Victoria
"One"...
From the moment the story began, I felt an inevitable flow of time and events and it reminded me of a quote by Lao Tse
"Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes, Don't resist them - that only creates sorrow.
Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like."
To relax. To live life to the full every.single.day. To be observant of signs pointing you a certain way, gives me a sense of peace...and to accept my past as something which has shaped me into who I am now, gives me strength.
"I have no regrets. To regret my past would be to admit I am not satisfied with who or what I have become.
Everything I have accomplished and all I have been exposed to - good or evil - has created what sits before you."~Downes
Scott Hildreth's sub characters always add so much (I want to know more about Downes!), but Kenton... He is something special...
"TWO"...
Then there are the Scottisms ~ the unique Hildreth~Humour... or Hildreth-haha's. I was close to choking with laughter at the sub sandwiches, eyebrow perfection "Pluck. Pluck. Pluck", chicken guts, a clown *raises eyebrow*, and my personal favourite....
"The piccolo player's a motherfucker"... Trust me, read it and you'll understand!
"Three"...
LOVE. Parker & Victoria. To find a love that is so exceptional, that defies odds. That person who allows you to just be yourself, but helps you to grow into the best person you can be. Yin/yang. Someone who really sees you... not your image, but your heart and your soul... is priceless, and beyond compare... Simply beautiful. And the sacrifices we make for those we love are beyond words...
"Life's greatest treasures will never be held, purchased, or bartered for. They will only be felt."
"Four"...
My favourite quote which warmed my heart, is actually the dedication "With swollen eyes and a heart filled with warmth, I dedicate this novel to my father. Pop, this one is for you."
So, Mr.Hildreth, it seems apt to end with the words of Parker which wholeheartedly reflect my thoughts...
"Thank you," I whispered.
"For?" He asked in a whisper.
"For," I hesitated.
"For being you."
Never stop being you. Your words have the ability to inspire, make people reflect, laugh, cry, heal and be more.
"Five"... swollen eyed, but thankful stars.
"Fuck"... I came to the end... But it's not really the end, and that's why I'm now smiling and thankful.
Stunning.
"Love without end."
June 25, 2018
LMFAO—Yes that is how I am starting this review. I have to laugh because as a reader I NEVER know what I am going to get from this author. I was very intrigued to read this book after comprehending the prologue and chapter one but at the same time had no idea where the story would go. I have read all of Scott Hildreth books and in my opinion, this book is amazingly different from his previous work. I believe, the layers of the onion that I usually peel when reading his work where softer and more subtle. Which made for a wonderful read.
Finding Parker is A Love Story that at first took my mind to aspiring how I would love this type relationship for my children someday. At the same time did not think this tender story had anything for me personally, besides the enjoyment of a great book. However, EVERYTHING and I mean everything in God’s world happens for a reason and this book was another reminder of that for me.
I believe that relationships progress in stages, and this book was for me a perfect example of those stages. Most relationship start in your thoughts and Scott Hildreth laid that out wonderfully. The story starts with Kenton Ward as a mentor of sorts to Parker Bale and as with any great mentor he guides Parker in finding his own way. Through this thoughtful journey, he encounters Victoria Fisker. The below quote stopped me in my tracks because I am guilty of it on a daily bases. *over thinker extraordinaire*
As the story unfolded, I soon saw the relationships moving into what I consider the next stage, your feelings. The author did an amazing job at portraying the growing feelings that Parker and Victoria shared. The below quotes illustrate wonderfully these feelings.
The discovery of ones thoughts and feelings was not limited to just Parker and Victoria’s relationship. I felt that Scott Hildreth brilliantly interwove Kenton and Downes into the journey. The result being the evolution of a family
Now this is were my mind sat, in the middle of Kenton’s peach tea, all murky with fibers of the story floating around, for about 12 hours after finishing this book. I thought to myself what am I missing. I even called an insightful friend to discuss the story, she tried explaining, and I still did not piece it together. What it took was a “aha” moment, (yes another one) and it came in the form of remembering the knowing.
The magic happens in the knowing. The author anchored each character’s journey for beautiful relationships in the knowing; they knew that they were loved unconditionally. When you love in the knowing you understand that even in times of trouble that you are going to be ok because someone has your back. Kenton, Parker, Victoria, and Downes grew to love each other not with merely their thoughts, or feelings but bonded in the serenity of knowing that they shared an unreserved love. Mr. Hildreth you did a beautiful job at creating a true LOVE STORY.
Ask yourself are you loving the people in your life in the knowing? I know I did. I want to thank the author for the excellent reminder to strive for the knowing. Oh, and my husband thanks you too.
WELL DONE. Looking forward to your next book……
Finding Parker is A Love Story that at first took my mind to aspiring how I would love this type relationship for my children someday. At the same time did not think this tender story had anything for me personally, besides the enjoyment of a great book. However, EVERYTHING and I mean everything in God’s world happens for a reason and this book was another reminder of that for me.
I believe that relationships progress in stages, and this book was for me a perfect example of those stages. Most relationship start in your thoughts and Scott Hildreth laid that out wonderfully. The story starts with Kenton Ward as a mentor of sorts to Parker Bale and as with any great mentor he guides Parker in finding his own way. Through this thoughtful journey, he encounters Victoria Fisker. The below quote stopped me in my tracks because I am guilty of it on a daily bases. *over thinker extraordinaire*
As the story unfolded, I soon saw the relationships moving into what I consider the next stage, your feelings. The author did an amazing job at portraying the growing feelings that Parker and Victoria shared. The below quotes illustrate wonderfully these feelings.
The discovery of ones thoughts and feelings was not limited to just Parker and Victoria’s relationship. I felt that Scott Hildreth brilliantly interwove Kenton and Downes into the journey. The result being the evolution of a family
Now this is were my mind sat, in the middle of Kenton’s peach tea, all murky with fibers of the story floating around, for about 12 hours after finishing this book. I thought to myself what am I missing. I even called an insightful friend to discuss the story, she tried explaining, and I still did not piece it together. What it took was a “aha” moment, (yes another one) and it came in the form of remembering the knowing.
The magic happens in the knowing. The author anchored each character’s journey for beautiful relationships in the knowing; they knew that they were loved unconditionally. When you love in the knowing you understand that even in times of trouble that you are going to be ok because someone has your back. Kenton, Parker, Victoria, and Downes grew to love each other not with merely their thoughts, or feelings but bonded in the serenity of knowing that they shared an unreserved love. Mr. Hildreth you did a beautiful job at creating a true LOVE STORY.
Ask yourself are you loving the people in your life in the knowing? I know I did. I want to thank the author for the excellent reminder to strive for the knowing. Oh, and my husband thanks you too.
WELL DONE. Looking forward to your next book……
January 24, 2017
"Life is easy, all we have to do to live it, is breathe."
"Time passes at a constant rate. It never changes. A second is always a second. Sixty of them make a minute, and sixty minutes make one hour.
Always.
Our perception of the passage of time, however, changes. I believe when I am anxious of the arrival of a particular event, time seems to pass very slowly. If I allow myself to become consumed by smaller events preceding the larger event, time seems to pass more quickly.
In short, I have concluded thinking - or reasoning - creates the illusion of time passing slowly. Mindlessness allows us to fly through the days and nights as if they never existed. One may stand to reason, and I certainly do, that a thoughtful person lives a lifetime equal to three or four of that of a mindless couch potato."
Life.
As humans we have perfected going through the motions of this our so called life. Most days, we attempt to convince ourselves that we are happy, that we are content. Some of us believe in gratitude, a few of us even live each day thankful. We pretend that the numbness and the complacency that we feel are normal, and that this is what we are supposed to do. What forces one to start living? What forces one to start allowing themselves the opportunity to live? What would you do if you had a proverbial remote control for your life? Would you choose to rewind or fast forward through certain events? Would you choose to stop it at some point? Would you press pause to slow things down and have the ability to reevaluate the life that you are living? What we don't understand is that each of us already holds that remote in our hand. That remote comes to us in the form of choices. The choices that we make each and every day.
In the novel Finding Parker by author Scott Hildreth, we are being shown the value of living life in the now. This amazingly heartfelt love story isn't just about the love of two people, it's about love in it's purest form. The love of family and the love of self. The life lessons presented in this book are numerous, you just have to absorb them. Some of them are screaming at you, but the important ones are the ones that will surface as you are turning the page or even days later. The miracles manifested on the pages of this book, are the lessons between words.
I have read all of Mr. Hildreth's books, and have enjoyed each of them for different reasons. What draws me to his work is his ability to be tuned in to each and every one of his readers, in a way that most writers aspire to achieve. Most of us read a book because of a plot we think sounds intriguing, and our love and support of said author. I've stated publicly that I will read anything written by this man because of those very reasons, but for me, it's so much more. Scott's writing has the ability to tap into things we don't understand within ourselves. He manages to infuse into his stories bits and pieces of all of us. Everyone gets something entirely different from each of his books. He never fails to knock me to my knees and cause me to think about my life, my being, my worth, and my hopes and dreams. Every single time. He causes me to revisit and revise. He breaks me, and not at all in a bad way. He breaks me so that I can pick up each of my pieces, dust them off, and reassemble my life and myself into a better version of me. That? That, is amazing talent.
This novel presents us with four individuals, each of them looking for an angel without realizing that they are doing so. Each of them finding their angel in themselves and in each other. Parker is a gentleman, first and foremost. He has integrity, and values, and morals, and ethics. He is complicated, yet he really isn't, he's actually quite simple. Victoria is an independently strong woman who knows that sometimes life just "unravels." It does, and it has for her, and yet she is the epitome of grace and courage. Kenton is a man who hasn't always lived a life that he's been proud of, yet he has no regrets, and wants to embody every second of the moment, and all of the joy that moment holds. Downes, ah... Downes, an under played character in my opinion that brings so much to this story. He's a man of loyalty and honor. He's a silent hero. These characters form an unconventional family, but a family in it's truest form. Once again, showing us that family doesn't have to be blood related. A family is simply about love. A family is made up of people who love unconditionally. Treat everyone with respect and kindness, you don't know why they've appeared in your life and what you are supposed to learn from them. You never know if that person is your angel.
This work isn't anything like any of the author's previous books. I admit that as I started reading, I found myself thinking, wow… Mr. Hildreth's writing has matured. It wasn't his writing, it was the fact that he had taken on mature gentlemanly role models and wrote them impeccably. Impeccably. So for that, I go on record with an apology. I was wrong in my first assessment. I should have known better. Scott did a perfect job of bringing the complexities of theses charters to life. This story? This story is beautiful. It is truly a love story. In so many ways. I challenge anyone who has taken the time to read this review to read it. You will get from it exactly what you as an individual needs at that moment. It will speak to your soul. It will leave a smile on your heart. You will be forever changed. You will find a better version of you because of it.
"The value of a person's life is measured by the amount of people they touch living it."
This book teaches us that maybe it's not about the ending. Maybe it's really about the journey. What do you want your journey to be? What stops do you choose to take along the way? You have that choice. Do you want to rewind or fast foreword, or do you just want to slow it down? We have the remote controls for our lives. Make the choices that empower you to live the life you you want. How do you choose to spend your time traveling the road map of your so called life?
Think about it.
"With swollen eyes and a heart filled with warmth, I dedicate this novel to my father.
Pops this one is for you."
"Time passes at a constant rate. It never changes. A second is always a second. Sixty of them make a minute, and sixty minutes make one hour.
Always.
Our perception of the passage of time, however, changes. I believe when I am anxious of the arrival of a particular event, time seems to pass very slowly. If I allow myself to become consumed by smaller events preceding the larger event, time seems to pass more quickly.
In short, I have concluded thinking - or reasoning - creates the illusion of time passing slowly. Mindlessness allows us to fly through the days and nights as if they never existed. One may stand to reason, and I certainly do, that a thoughtful person lives a lifetime equal to three or four of that of a mindless couch potato."
Life.
As humans we have perfected going through the motions of this our so called life. Most days, we attempt to convince ourselves that we are happy, that we are content. Some of us believe in gratitude, a few of us even live each day thankful. We pretend that the numbness and the complacency that we feel are normal, and that this is what we are supposed to do. What forces one to start living? What forces one to start allowing themselves the opportunity to live? What would you do if you had a proverbial remote control for your life? Would you choose to rewind or fast forward through certain events? Would you choose to stop it at some point? Would you press pause to slow things down and have the ability to reevaluate the life that you are living? What we don't understand is that each of us already holds that remote in our hand. That remote comes to us in the form of choices. The choices that we make each and every day.
In the novel Finding Parker by author Scott Hildreth, we are being shown the value of living life in the now. This amazingly heartfelt love story isn't just about the love of two people, it's about love in it's purest form. The love of family and the love of self. The life lessons presented in this book are numerous, you just have to absorb them. Some of them are screaming at you, but the important ones are the ones that will surface as you are turning the page or even days later. The miracles manifested on the pages of this book, are the lessons between words.
I have read all of Mr. Hildreth's books, and have enjoyed each of them for different reasons. What draws me to his work is his ability to be tuned in to each and every one of his readers, in a way that most writers aspire to achieve. Most of us read a book because of a plot we think sounds intriguing, and our love and support of said author. I've stated publicly that I will read anything written by this man because of those very reasons, but for me, it's so much more. Scott's writing has the ability to tap into things we don't understand within ourselves. He manages to infuse into his stories bits and pieces of all of us. Everyone gets something entirely different from each of his books. He never fails to knock me to my knees and cause me to think about my life, my being, my worth, and my hopes and dreams. Every single time. He causes me to revisit and revise. He breaks me, and not at all in a bad way. He breaks me so that I can pick up each of my pieces, dust them off, and reassemble my life and myself into a better version of me. That? That, is amazing talent.
This novel presents us with four individuals, each of them looking for an angel without realizing that they are doing so. Each of them finding their angel in themselves and in each other. Parker is a gentleman, first and foremost. He has integrity, and values, and morals, and ethics. He is complicated, yet he really isn't, he's actually quite simple. Victoria is an independently strong woman who knows that sometimes life just "unravels." It does, and it has for her, and yet she is the epitome of grace and courage. Kenton is a man who hasn't always lived a life that he's been proud of, yet he has no regrets, and wants to embody every second of the moment, and all of the joy that moment holds. Downes, ah... Downes, an under played character in my opinion that brings so much to this story. He's a man of loyalty and honor. He's a silent hero. These characters form an unconventional family, but a family in it's truest form. Once again, showing us that family doesn't have to be blood related. A family is simply about love. A family is made up of people who love unconditionally. Treat everyone with respect and kindness, you don't know why they've appeared in your life and what you are supposed to learn from them. You never know if that person is your angel.
This work isn't anything like any of the author's previous books. I admit that as I started reading, I found myself thinking, wow… Mr. Hildreth's writing has matured. It wasn't his writing, it was the fact that he had taken on mature gentlemanly role models and wrote them impeccably. Impeccably. So for that, I go on record with an apology. I was wrong in my first assessment. I should have known better. Scott did a perfect job of bringing the complexities of theses charters to life. This story? This story is beautiful. It is truly a love story. In so many ways. I challenge anyone who has taken the time to read this review to read it. You will get from it exactly what you as an individual needs at that moment. It will speak to your soul. It will leave a smile on your heart. You will be forever changed. You will find a better version of you because of it.
"The value of a person's life is measured by the amount of people they touch living it."
This book teaches us that maybe it's not about the ending. Maybe it's really about the journey. What do you want your journey to be? What stops do you choose to take along the way? You have that choice. Do you want to rewind or fast foreword, or do you just want to slow it down? We have the remote controls for our lives. Make the choices that empower you to live the life you you want. How do you choose to spend your time traveling the road map of your so called life?
Think about it.
"With swollen eyes and a heart filled with warmth, I dedicate this novel to my father.
Pops this one is for you."
April 4, 2018
Didn't exactly wow me. I found parts of it incredibly long -winded and I was tempted to skim. The story was kind of intriguing...but just as it was getting good it started to get too wordy. I'm feeling a bit ambivalent about this one...
I guess I liked the idea of the story, but just wasn't thrilled with the execution. And, I wasn't totally convinced of the romance between Parker and Victoria. I know I'm in the minority here, but it was just OK for me. 3 1/2 stars
I guess I liked the idea of the story, but just wasn't thrilled with the execution. And, I wasn't totally convinced of the romance between Parker and Victoria. I know I'm in the minority here, but it was just OK for me. 3 1/2 stars
September 29, 2014
So I could catch you, and what a catch.
"Life is easy, all we have to do to live it, is breathe"
One of my favorite quotes throughout this brilliant novel. I am the type of person it takes a lot to elicit any real emotion, or feelings if you will. Only two books have ever made me stop and re-evaluate my life and the choices I have made thus far. Broken People and this one, oddly enough both written by Scott Hildreth. I cried, I laughed, I wondered and most of all I felt.
"You should live everyday as if you're going to die at midnight"
My new words to live by. Throughout this novel Parker searches for nothing more than what EVERYONE wants family, love and a since of belonging and he finds it. In the oddest way.
"Simply existing satisfies me as long as you are part of the existing"
That saying is something I am sure everyone longs to hear. That someone is happy simply because you exist in their world. While reading this novel I found how important 'finding your other half' really is. Not only to you, but to those closest to you as well. The love Parker finds is something I to wish to find someday.
"Life's greatest treasures will never be held, purchased, or bartered for. They will only ever be felt."
I knew this book was going to be nothing short of amazing. (I mean come on have you read a bad Hildreth book yet? No? Okay then) I had a preconceived feeling about how this book was going to go and it was nothing like I thought it was going to be. It was so much better. This book is truly a treasure and I felt Every. Single. Word. This book had it all, the good, the bad and the extremely heart breaking parts of life.
"The value of a person's life is measured by the amount of people they touch in living it"
I can say with honesty that you have touched a lot of lives, not just i this book but all of them and if you wanted your funeral would would overrun and into the streets. If there was ever a novel to to start your life long Hildreth obsession, Finding Parker is that book.
"Life is easy, all we have to do to live it, is breathe"
One of my favorite quotes throughout this brilliant novel. I am the type of person it takes a lot to elicit any real emotion, or feelings if you will. Only two books have ever made me stop and re-evaluate my life and the choices I have made thus far. Broken People and this one, oddly enough both written by Scott Hildreth. I cried, I laughed, I wondered and most of all I felt.
"You should live everyday as if you're going to die at midnight"
My new words to live by. Throughout this novel Parker searches for nothing more than what EVERYONE wants family, love and a since of belonging and he finds it. In the oddest way.
"Simply existing satisfies me as long as you are part of the existing"
That saying is something I am sure everyone longs to hear. That someone is happy simply because you exist in their world. While reading this novel I found how important 'finding your other half' really is. Not only to you, but to those closest to you as well. The love Parker finds is something I to wish to find someday.
"Life's greatest treasures will never be held, purchased, or bartered for. They will only ever be felt."
I knew this book was going to be nothing short of amazing. (I mean come on have you read a bad Hildreth book yet? No? Okay then) I had a preconceived feeling about how this book was going to go and it was nothing like I thought it was going to be. It was so much better. This book is truly a treasure and I felt Every. Single. Word. This book had it all, the good, the bad and the extremely heart breaking parts of life.
"The value of a person's life is measured by the amount of people they touch in living it"
I can say with honesty that you have touched a lot of lives, not just i this book but all of them and if you wanted your funeral would would overrun and into the streets. If there was ever a novel to to start your life long Hildreth obsession, Finding Parker is that book.
July 28, 2015
DNF @ 43%
Plain and simply just bored and had no connection to Parker and his unbelievably boring life and thoughts.
Time to move on!
Plain and simply just bored and had no connection to Parker and his unbelievably boring life and thoughts.
Time to move on!
October 1, 2014
As Usual I had to take a couple days to reflect, to get the courage to write a review that would even give the book the just words it deserves.
This new book is not what I expected at all. This book Finding Parker was like opening a present. A present you have been waiting for and can't wait to open. Well I did! As I read chapter after chapter I was drawn into the life and experiences of Parker Bale. I loved the whole story with all it's funny little tid bits and so many quotes I loved such as...."The Value of a persons life is measured by the amount of people they touch in living it." I fell in love with each of the characters perfectly in their own way. Even Katelyn had me smiling as she "Fumble F#$*ed her way into a room" so Imperfectly Perfect. lol
I cannot say enough about this book. I don't want to give anything away.You just have to read it for yourself. All of Scott's book are interpreted by each person differently. So dive in. I did and I am so glad I did. I totally give it five plus stars.
This author, Scott Hildreth can just keep writing books that touch your heart ,make you think (like Parker) and leave you craving for more. EVERY TIME!
Once again, Thank You! B
This new book is not what I expected at all. This book Finding Parker was like opening a present. A present you have been waiting for and can't wait to open. Well I did! As I read chapter after chapter I was drawn into the life and experiences of Parker Bale. I loved the whole story with all it's funny little tid bits and so many quotes I loved such as...."The Value of a persons life is measured by the amount of people they touch in living it." I fell in love with each of the characters perfectly in their own way. Even Katelyn had me smiling as she "Fumble F#$*ed her way into a room" so Imperfectly Perfect. lol
I cannot say enough about this book. I don't want to give anything away.You just have to read it for yourself. All of Scott's book are interpreted by each person differently. So dive in. I did and I am so glad I did. I totally give it five plus stars.
This author, Scott Hildreth can just keep writing books that touch your heart ,make you think (like Parker) and leave you craving for more. EVERY TIME!
Once again, Thank You! B
February 8, 2015
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If you want something that will touch your soul and leave you in a place of wonder and profound peace.. read this epic story. Truly I felt like I met some extraordinary people.. and am just utterly at a loss for words. Epic.. wonderful and amazing.
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September 29, 2014
BEAUTIFUL
Scott wrote a powerful message in this story. It was a beautiful story about love and loss. Something each of us can relate to in one form or another. It will have you thinking about Life. Love. Family. Finding Parker is not like anything Scott has written. This story - in my opinion - show cases just how talented Scott is. He has written a story that focuses on the importance of what really matters in life. it's not always about the sex and hook ups. It's about finding The. One. The one you are willing to lay all cards on the table for. Taking risks. Following your heart. Friendships. Family. Unconditional Love.
Bravo Scott. You made my heart smile with this one and my eyes water.
<3.
Scott wrote a powerful message in this story. It was a beautiful story about love and loss. Something each of us can relate to in one form or another. It will have you thinking about Life. Love. Family. Finding Parker is not like anything Scott has written. This story - in my opinion - show cases just how talented Scott is. He has written a story that focuses on the importance of what really matters in life. it's not always about the sex and hook ups. It's about finding The. One. The one you are willing to lay all cards on the table for. Taking risks. Following your heart. Friendships. Family. Unconditional Love.
Bravo Scott. You made my heart smile with this one and my eyes water.
<3.
February 19, 2015
Favorite Quotes:
“How easily we become distracted by beauty. It’s quite sad. If only we could close our eyes and become attacked to what’s on the inside,”
“Life is easy. All we have to do to live it is breathe. Making all the right choices regarding life and living it takes some serious thought, though.”
“As I felt myself collapse onto the floor, I was certain I would die on my first date with Victoria. A mouth full of sandwich and a piece of salami lodged in my throat, the paramedics would announce my death upon arrival. Parker Bale. Dead at twenty-three, a victim of being a stupid sandwich eating fool.”
“You know, we fear what we don’t understand and find serenity in what we’re incapable of understanding.”
“Parker caused me to feel. Simply stated, I stand afraid I’ll never be the same. I am forever ruined by his simple, caring, thoughtful, and often silent ways.”
“Almost immediately, he covered his mouth with his hand and began to bounce up and down. He resembled a four year old boy who desperately needed to pee and couldn’t find a place to do so.”
My Review:
I am more than a bit stunned by my reaction to this surprisingly poignant book. If you have read any of my reviews, you know that I am a cold hearted cougar who likes steamy books. I loved this book and - gasp - there was zero sex. I have even more shocking news… while it is a fact that I rarely cry, I found myself blinking back an unaccustomed moisture that suddenly filled my eyes… and I will also cop to the fact that I had to put my beloved kindle down several times - as I was sobbing! Finding Parker was a quick and easy read, simply written, oh so touching and moving, yet not maudlin at all. I enjoyed the well-placed and sneaky use of humor, and the unexpected use of expletives. I laughed aloud at the piccolo joke. I adored each character and would love to know them personally. The writing was well-paced, well-crafted, easy to follow, and totally engrossing. I read it in one sitting and wanted more. But, I’m greedy like that.
“How easily we become distracted by beauty. It’s quite sad. If only we could close our eyes and become attacked to what’s on the inside,”
“Life is easy. All we have to do to live it is breathe. Making all the right choices regarding life and living it takes some serious thought, though.”
“As I felt myself collapse onto the floor, I was certain I would die on my first date with Victoria. A mouth full of sandwich and a piece of salami lodged in my throat, the paramedics would announce my death upon arrival. Parker Bale. Dead at twenty-three, a victim of being a stupid sandwich eating fool.”
“You know, we fear what we don’t understand and find serenity in what we’re incapable of understanding.”
“Parker caused me to feel. Simply stated, I stand afraid I’ll never be the same. I am forever ruined by his simple, caring, thoughtful, and often silent ways.”
“Almost immediately, he covered his mouth with his hand and began to bounce up and down. He resembled a four year old boy who desperately needed to pee and couldn’t find a place to do so.”
My Review:
I am more than a bit stunned by my reaction to this surprisingly poignant book. If you have read any of my reviews, you know that I am a cold hearted cougar who likes steamy books. I loved this book and - gasp - there was zero sex. I have even more shocking news… while it is a fact that I rarely cry, I found myself blinking back an unaccustomed moisture that suddenly filled my eyes… and I will also cop to the fact that I had to put my beloved kindle down several times - as I was sobbing! Finding Parker was a quick and easy read, simply written, oh so touching and moving, yet not maudlin at all. I enjoyed the well-placed and sneaky use of humor, and the unexpected use of expletives. I laughed aloud at the piccolo joke. I adored each character and would love to know them personally. The writing was well-paced, well-crafted, easy to follow, and totally engrossing. I read it in one sitting and wanted more. But, I’m greedy like that.
October 1, 2014
Damn, I'm feeling a little scared about posting a review after seeing everyone else's because they all f****** ROCKED!!! So here it goes...
Scott, I absolutely feel in love with Finding Parker just as I have with all of your books. I've been patiently waiting (not really) for this one to come and it was well worth the wait.
You truly have a gift when it comes to writing. Not many authors can write different genre's and nail it every single time. This is one of the many reasons why I'm drawn to you. Your words have so much meaning behind them and many times I've stopped and asked myself "if this were my last day on this earth, would I do anything different?" At this moment in time, no. "I have no regrets. To regret my past would be to admit I am not satisfied with who or what I have become. Everything I have accomplished and all I have been exposed to - good or evil - has created what sits before you." I used to dwell on the past, but now that I'm older I view things differently and try to live everyday like it's my last "because when you're gone you won't have an opportunity."
I'm not going to go into details of the story because for one I don't want to spoil it for anyone else who hasn't read it and happens to come across reading this review. You need to experience all of it "until the bitter end."
I hope you don't find this review too disappointing ha ha
It's good to have you back Scott and I look forward to reading many books to come. <3 :)
Scott, I absolutely feel in love with Finding Parker just as I have with all of your books. I've been patiently waiting (not really) for this one to come and it was well worth the wait.
You truly have a gift when it comes to writing. Not many authors can write different genre's and nail it every single time. This is one of the many reasons why I'm drawn to you. Your words have so much meaning behind them and many times I've stopped and asked myself "if this were my last day on this earth, would I do anything different?" At this moment in time, no. "I have no regrets. To regret my past would be to admit I am not satisfied with who or what I have become. Everything I have accomplished and all I have been exposed to - good or evil - has created what sits before you." I used to dwell on the past, but now that I'm older I view things differently and try to live everyday like it's my last "because when you're gone you won't have an opportunity."
I'm not going to go into details of the story because for one I don't want to spoil it for anyone else who hasn't read it and happens to come across reading this review. You need to experience all of it "until the bitter end."
I hope you don't find this review too disappointing ha ha
It's good to have you back Scott and I look forward to reading many books to come. <3 :)
October 20, 2014
Let me just start by saying that I could kick myself in the ass for waiting to read this masterpiece.
Even though I knew where this book was going and what was going to happen, it was all still a surprise to me. This was a very touching book, and I actually learned a lot from it. I loved this book! I laughed, I cried, and when I say I cried, I mean I CRIED!!
This love story was exactly that, and I don't know if I'm jaded by most of the books I have read in the past, but I kept waiting for something bad to happen, for Parker to turn into an asshole, but this truly was a love story, so that never happened. I'm trying not to give any spoilers away, but in true Scott Hildreth fashion, with his writing, there is hidden meaning within the book and he always keeps you thinking.
This book was very refreshing to read. It will make you think, it will make you reevaluate what's important in your life and it will make you live in the moment and smell all the wonderful smells that are around you everyday, that maybe you have been missing.
Once again, Thank You Scott Hildreth for an awesome book!! Can't wait for what's next!
Even though I knew where this book was going and what was going to happen, it was all still a surprise to me. This was a very touching book, and I actually learned a lot from it. I loved this book! I laughed, I cried, and when I say I cried, I mean I CRIED!!
This love story was exactly that, and I don't know if I'm jaded by most of the books I have read in the past, but I kept waiting for something bad to happen, for Parker to turn into an asshole, but this truly was a love story, so that never happened. I'm trying not to give any spoilers away, but in true Scott Hildreth fashion, with his writing, there is hidden meaning within the book and he always keeps you thinking.
This book was very refreshing to read. It will make you think, it will make you reevaluate what's important in your life and it will make you live in the moment and smell all the wonderful smells that are around you everyday, that maybe you have been missing.
Once again, Thank You Scott Hildreth for an awesome book!! Can't wait for what's next!
September 30, 2014
Scott Hildreth has his own unique style as a writer, one that makes you ponder your very existence, one that makes you want to be a better person. Finding Parker was no exception. It was an inspiring story that touched my soul. The intensity of my feelings can not easily be described with simple words. As he often does, Scott has once again rendered me speechless. What I can tell you is....you will fall in love with this story, the characters and the concept. I walked away from this book with tears flowing and a soft smile playing on my lips.
You heart will soar from all the love you will feel.
This story….These feelings….Heartfelt and Beautiful!
This book awakened emotions in me I didn't know I was capable of.
I truly believe that every time an author writes, they give us a part of themselves. This notion is completely apparent when reading Finding Parker. Thank You Scott! I am truly grateful for this gift
You heart will soar from all the love you will feel.
This story….These feelings….Heartfelt and Beautiful!
This book awakened emotions in me I didn't know I was capable of.
I truly believe that every time an author writes, they give us a part of themselves. This notion is completely apparent when reading Finding Parker. Thank You Scott! I am truly grateful for this gift
June 9, 2015
5 Ying To My Yang Stars
Everyone knows I am all about the
in the books I read.
But...
When I found out Hildreth was writing a LOVE STORY I was intrigued.
I have loved his other books so of course I had to see what this one was about.
Did I know what expect? NO
All I knew was it was a TRUE LOVE STORY.
In hindsight it was....but.... it was also so much more.
I savored each and every word in this book.
First off the dedication.....*signs*
"With swollen eyes and a heart filled with warmth, I dedicate this novel to my father. Pop, this one is for you."
I HEART IT BIG TIME
Were do I begin.
Parker Bale~
Parker is what many men now a days need to be.
Honorable
Values
Trustworthy
Respectful
Selfless
Generous
Compassionate
Noble
"Chivalry, sir, is not dead."
He is in all things A GENTLEMAN.
Yes ladies in ALL things.
Recently graduated from college he is in search for a job.
In his search he comes across a very unique job offer.
Now this job I hate to say this I was scratching my head when I found out what it was. Not sure at this point were this story was going. But being that Scott wrote it I knew it was going to lead to something.
So Parker signed a contract with his employer Kenton. He would be provided transportation and money to use to find The Perfect Woman.
"The greatest rewards in life are provided to those who take the greatest risks.
So he agrees and signs the contract.
And so the journey begins for Parker to find that perfect woman.
"Simple things, please simple minds"
Victoria~
Victoria keeps to herself.
She works in a restaurant were she is not appreciated at all.
Growing up she has always dreamed of being a chief.
But in reality that will never happen for her.
She is a caregiver to her mother who is dependent on narcotics. She is the sole provider for her and her mother.
And while doing this it prevented her from being able to enjoy the things most people take for granted.
She yearned for something normal, but life for her would be nothing more.
Until she meets the unique Parker Bale.
We don't always plan what happens in our life. Sometimes, things just unravel.
“You should live everyday as if you're going to die at midnight”
Both Parker and Victoria have lost.
”Life is hard. No, Life is tough”
BUT
Yet they have found so much.
I loved this whole book. Kenton, Parker, Victoria and even Downes.
I love the memories Parker had throughout the book. Memories of his grandmother giving him advice. Advice that stayed with him forever.
"When a man treats a woman with honor, it is a testament to the honor of the woman who raised him"
The advice Kenton bestowed onto Parker. So touching.
I just have to say VICTORIA.
She had me laughing so much.
So sweet, funny, true and innocent.
This book TRUELY is a LOVE STORY.
And
Spiritual
Yes I said spiritual. At least to me it was.
There are 3 main characters in this story.
And 3 lives that change forever.
Scott brings out so many feeling when he is telling this story.
By the time I got to about 80% in the book I can say I did a lot of
So much Love an compassion.
Family....Family is not always blood related...
I had a feeling early on what was going on but was NEVER prepared for what was to come with this story.
So many meaningful quotes that anyone could relate to in real life aspects.
Do me a favor...
Take this advice...
Read this book...
It's difficult to judge a book or give an honest opinion about a story until you've completed reading it. The ending ties everything together and turns all which preceded it into a finished story. The ending has the ability to make or break a story, and typically wraps everything up with a nice little bow, allowing a series of highlighted events to come together and make a perfect sense as a whole."
This book Made it in my opinion.
In the words of Kenton~
”Until the bitter end”
(I heart that man big time)
Merged review:
5 Ying To My Yang Stars
Everyone knows I am all about the
in the books I read.
But...
When I found out Hildreth was writing a LOVE STORY I was intrigued.
I have loved his other books so of course I had to see what this one was about.
Did I know what expect? NO
All I knew was it was a TRUE LOVE STORY.
In hindsight it was....but.... it was also so much more.
I savored each and every word in this book.
First off the dedication.....*signs*
"With swollen eyes and a heart filled with warmth, I dedicate this novel to my father. Pop, this one is for you."
I HEART IT BIG TIME
Were do I begin.
Parker Bale~
Parker is what many men now a days need to be.
Honorable
Values
Trustworthy
Respectful
Selfless
Generous
Compassionate
Noble
"Chivalry, sir, is not dead."
He is in all things A GENTLEMAN.
Yes ladies in ALL things.
Recently graduated from college he is in search for a job.
In his search he comes across a very unique job offer.
Now this job I hate to say this I was scratching my head when I found out what it was. Not sure at this point were this story was going. But being that Scott wrote it I knew it was going to lead to something.
So Parker signed a contract with his employer Kenton. He would be provided transportation and money to use to find The Perfect Woman.
"The greatest rewards in life are provided to those who take the greatest risks.
So he agrees and signs the contract.
And so the journey begins for Parker to find that perfect woman.
"Simple things, please simple minds"
Victoria~
Victoria keeps to herself.
She works in a restaurant were she is not appreciated at all.
Growing up she has always dreamed of being a chief.
But in reality that will never happen for her.
She is a caregiver to her mother who is dependent on narcotics. She is the sole provider for her and her mother.
And while doing this it prevented her from being able to enjoy the things most people take for granted.
She yearned for something normal, but life for her would be nothing more.
Until she meets the unique Parker Bale.
We don't always plan what happens in our life. Sometimes, things just unravel.
“You should live everyday as if you're going to die at midnight”
Both Parker and Victoria have lost.
”Life is hard. No, Life is tough”
BUT
Yet they have found so much.
I loved this whole book. Kenton, Parker, Victoria and even Downes.
I love the memories Parker had throughout the book. Memories of his grandmother giving him advice. Advice that stayed with him forever.
"When a man treats a woman with honor, it is a testament to the honor of the woman who raised him"
The advice Kenton bestowed onto Parker. So touching.
I just have to say VICTORIA.
She had me laughing so much.
So sweet, funny, true and innocent.
This book TRUELY is a LOVE STORY.
And
Spiritual
Yes I said spiritual. At least to me it was.
There are 3 main characters in this story.
And 3 lives that change forever.
Scott brings out so many feeling when he is telling this story.
By the time I got to about 80% in the book I can say I did a lot of
So much Love an compassion.
Family....Family is not always blood related...
I had a feeling early on what was going on but was NEVER prepared for what was to come with this story.
So many meaningful quotes that anyone could relate to in real life aspects.
Do me a favor...
Take this advice...
Read this book...
It's difficult to judge a book or give an honest opinion about a story until you've completed reading it. The ending ties everything together and turns all which preceded it into a finished story. The ending has the ability to make or break a story, and typically wraps everything up with a nice little bow, allowing a series of highlighted events to come together and make a perfect sense as a whole."
This book Made it in my opinion.
In the words of Kenton~
”Until the bitter end”
(I heart that man big time)
Everyone knows I am all about the
in the books I read.
But...
When I found out Hildreth was writing a LOVE STORY I was intrigued.
I have loved his other books so of course I had to see what this one was about.
Did I know what expect? NO
All I knew was it was a TRUE LOVE STORY.
In hindsight it was....but.... it was also so much more.
I savored each and every word in this book.
First off the dedication.....*signs*
"With swollen eyes and a heart filled with warmth, I dedicate this novel to my father. Pop, this one is for you."
I HEART IT BIG TIME
Were do I begin.
Parker Bale~
Parker is what many men now a days need to be.
Honorable
Values
Trustworthy
Respectful
Selfless
Generous
Compassionate
Noble
"Chivalry, sir, is not dead."
He is in all things A GENTLEMAN.
Yes ladies in ALL things.
Recently graduated from college he is in search for a job.
In his search he comes across a very unique job offer.
Now this job I hate to say this I was scratching my head when I found out what it was. Not sure at this point were this story was going. But being that Scott wrote it I knew it was going to lead to something.
So Parker signed a contract with his employer Kenton. He would be provided transportation and money to use to find The Perfect Woman.
"The greatest rewards in life are provided to those who take the greatest risks.
So he agrees and signs the contract.
And so the journey begins for Parker to find that perfect woman.
"Simple things, please simple minds"
Victoria~
Victoria keeps to herself.
She works in a restaurant were she is not appreciated at all.
Growing up she has always dreamed of being a chief.
But in reality that will never happen for her.
She is a caregiver to her mother who is dependent on narcotics. She is the sole provider for her and her mother.
And while doing this it prevented her from being able to enjoy the things most people take for granted.
She yearned for something normal, but life for her would be nothing more.
Until she meets the unique Parker Bale.
We don't always plan what happens in our life. Sometimes, things just unravel.
“You should live everyday as if you're going to die at midnight”
Both Parker and Victoria have lost.
”Life is hard. No, Life is tough”
BUT
Yet they have found so much.
I loved this whole book. Kenton, Parker, Victoria and even Downes.
I love the memories Parker had throughout the book. Memories of his grandmother giving him advice. Advice that stayed with him forever.
"When a man treats a woman with honor, it is a testament to the honor of the woman who raised him"
The advice Kenton bestowed onto Parker. So touching.
I just have to say VICTORIA.
She had me laughing so much.
So sweet, funny, true and innocent.
This book TRUELY is a LOVE STORY.
And
Spiritual
Yes I said spiritual. At least to me it was.
There are 3 main characters in this story.
And 3 lives that change forever.
Scott brings out so many feeling when he is telling this story.
By the time I got to about 80% in the book I can say I did a lot of
So much Love an compassion.
Family....Family is not always blood related...
I had a feeling early on what was going on but was NEVER prepared for what was to come with this story.
So many meaningful quotes that anyone could relate to in real life aspects.
Do me a favor...
Take this advice...
Read this book...
It's difficult to judge a book or give an honest opinion about a story until you've completed reading it. The ending ties everything together and turns all which preceded it into a finished story. The ending has the ability to make or break a story, and typically wraps everything up with a nice little bow, allowing a series of highlighted events to come together and make a perfect sense as a whole."
This book Made it in my opinion.
In the words of Kenton~
”Until the bitter end”
(I heart that man big time)
Merged review:
5 Ying To My Yang Stars
Everyone knows I am all about the
in the books I read.
But...
When I found out Hildreth was writing a LOVE STORY I was intrigued.
I have loved his other books so of course I had to see what this one was about.
Did I know what expect? NO
All I knew was it was a TRUE LOVE STORY.
In hindsight it was....but.... it was also so much more.
I savored each and every word in this book.
First off the dedication.....*signs*
"With swollen eyes and a heart filled with warmth, I dedicate this novel to my father. Pop, this one is for you."
I HEART IT BIG TIME
Were do I begin.
Parker Bale~
Parker is what many men now a days need to be.
Honorable
Values
Trustworthy
Respectful
Selfless
Generous
Compassionate
Noble
"Chivalry, sir, is not dead."
He is in all things A GENTLEMAN.
Yes ladies in ALL things.
Recently graduated from college he is in search for a job.
In his search he comes across a very unique job offer.
Now this job I hate to say this I was scratching my head when I found out what it was. Not sure at this point were this story was going. But being that Scott wrote it I knew it was going to lead to something.
So Parker signed a contract with his employer Kenton. He would be provided transportation and money to use to find The Perfect Woman.
"The greatest rewards in life are provided to those who take the greatest risks.
So he agrees and signs the contract.
And so the journey begins for Parker to find that perfect woman.
"Simple things, please simple minds"
Victoria~
Victoria keeps to herself.
She works in a restaurant were she is not appreciated at all.
Growing up she has always dreamed of being a chief.
But in reality that will never happen for her.
She is a caregiver to her mother who is dependent on narcotics. She is the sole provider for her and her mother.
And while doing this it prevented her from being able to enjoy the things most people take for granted.
She yearned for something normal, but life for her would be nothing more.
Until she meets the unique Parker Bale.
We don't always plan what happens in our life. Sometimes, things just unravel.
“You should live everyday as if you're going to die at midnight”
Both Parker and Victoria have lost.
”Life is hard. No, Life is tough”
BUT
Yet they have found so much.
I loved this whole book. Kenton, Parker, Victoria and even Downes.
I love the memories Parker had throughout the book. Memories of his grandmother giving him advice. Advice that stayed with him forever.
"When a man treats a woman with honor, it is a testament to the honor of the woman who raised him"
The advice Kenton bestowed onto Parker. So touching.
I just have to say VICTORIA.
She had me laughing so much.
So sweet, funny, true and innocent.
This book TRUELY is a LOVE STORY.
And
Spiritual
Yes I said spiritual. At least to me it was.
There are 3 main characters in this story.
And 3 lives that change forever.
Scott brings out so many feeling when he is telling this story.
By the time I got to about 80% in the book I can say I did a lot of
So much Love an compassion.
Family....Family is not always blood related...
I had a feeling early on what was going on but was NEVER prepared for what was to come with this story.
So many meaningful quotes that anyone could relate to in real life aspects.
Do me a favor...
Take this advice...
Read this book...
It's difficult to judge a book or give an honest opinion about a story until you've completed reading it. The ending ties everything together and turns all which preceded it into a finished story. The ending has the ability to make or break a story, and typically wraps everything up with a nice little bow, allowing a series of highlighted events to come together and make a perfect sense as a whole."
This book Made it in my opinion.
In the words of Kenton~
”Until the bitter end”
(I heart that man big time)
September 30, 2014
Finding Parker – Scott Hildreth
5 stars
In the past 72 hours I have found myself unable to write a review on two exceptional books. I haven’t been able to write them because they were defining moments for me; they touched me so deeply that it felt as if they were written especially for me and only for me. Finding Parker by Scott Hildreth is book number two. If I give you a synopsis of what I held on to from this poetic piece it might hinder what YOU need to find for yourself as you turn the pages. I will tell you, once again this incredibly talented author has not only given us a glimmer into himself, but he has also shown us, in the most romantic way, how we are not “being” in this life as we should.
This account of three lives is one of the most compelling and thought provoking stories I have read this year. The wisdom laid out on the pages is too much to wrap your mind around in one sitting. Highlight what makes your breath hitch, stirs your feelings and come back to it later. I don’t know who taught Mr. Hildreth these life lessons that he has gifted to us or if they are simply wisdom he has gained throughout his own experiences in his life and it really is not our right to know him that intimately. However, when an authors work makes you think about yourself as a person, how you have loved, lost, handled your ups and downs and where all of those circumstances took you, then that is a brilliant mind that we should be so lucky to have insight to no matter how small or large that insight is.
There are powerful messages on these pages. Some clearly stated while others not. This is a book of “goodness.” We have so little of that in our world today. I encourage you and I challenge you to read this epic tale and NOT find ONE thing that awakens something inside you. This one is going to leave you on an emotional hangover; one so heavy that you will go back and read those pieces you highlighted over and over. Go find your inspiration …. And thank you Scott Hildreth.
5 stars
In the past 72 hours I have found myself unable to write a review on two exceptional books. I haven’t been able to write them because they were defining moments for me; they touched me so deeply that it felt as if they were written especially for me and only for me. Finding Parker by Scott Hildreth is book number two. If I give you a synopsis of what I held on to from this poetic piece it might hinder what YOU need to find for yourself as you turn the pages. I will tell you, once again this incredibly talented author has not only given us a glimmer into himself, but he has also shown us, in the most romantic way, how we are not “being” in this life as we should.
This account of three lives is one of the most compelling and thought provoking stories I have read this year. The wisdom laid out on the pages is too much to wrap your mind around in one sitting. Highlight what makes your breath hitch, stirs your feelings and come back to it later. I don’t know who taught Mr. Hildreth these life lessons that he has gifted to us or if they are simply wisdom he has gained throughout his own experiences in his life and it really is not our right to know him that intimately. However, when an authors work makes you think about yourself as a person, how you have loved, lost, handled your ups and downs and where all of those circumstances took you, then that is a brilliant mind that we should be so lucky to have insight to no matter how small or large that insight is.
There are powerful messages on these pages. Some clearly stated while others not. This is a book of “goodness.” We have so little of that in our world today. I encourage you and I challenge you to read this epic tale and NOT find ONE thing that awakens something inside you. This one is going to leave you on an emotional hangover; one so heavy that you will go back and read those pieces you highlighted over and over. Go find your inspiration …. And thank you Scott Hildreth.
October 23, 2014
I have read several of Scott Hildreth's books and they were absolutely amazing! Finding Parker was no exception. Because I HAD read his books before, I didn't even read the book description. I trusted in his name and the encouragement of my book reading buddies to grab it and hold on.
This book didn't start off in the way Scott's books usually begin their journey. There was no sex. There was only kindness and intelligence and giving and love and patience in the AMAZING characters he revealed.
I don't give away spoilers in my reviews...I rarely write reviews...I'm trying to be better. This is a book people need to read. This books shows us two people who were made for each other. They didn't care about how people looked (though they would say it definitely didn't hurt), they were kind to one another. Courted one another. Became a part of each others' lives. They found the family they never had. All with committed fidelity to each other.
The way they come together is a bit unconventional, but it isn't beyond the scope of possibility. Right away I fell in love with Parker with his vast vocabulary and Grandmotherly way of looking at life. And trust me, Victoria is as strong a character as you'll read; taking care of her mother mentally, physically, and financially.
This book swelled my heart with happiness and love. It shattered it to pieces, then rebuilt and strengthened it. I just have to say that Scott has a lifetime reader in me of his books. This was one of THE sweetest love stories I have ever read. Thank you for writing Parker and Victoria's story. It will stay with me forever!
This book didn't start off in the way Scott's books usually begin their journey. There was no sex. There was only kindness and intelligence and giving and love and patience in the AMAZING characters he revealed.
I don't give away spoilers in my reviews...I rarely write reviews...I'm trying to be better. This is a book people need to read. This books shows us two people who were made for each other. They didn't care about how people looked (though they would say it definitely didn't hurt), they were kind to one another. Courted one another. Became a part of each others' lives. They found the family they never had. All with committed fidelity to each other.
The way they come together is a bit unconventional, but it isn't beyond the scope of possibility. Right away I fell in love with Parker with his vast vocabulary and Grandmotherly way of looking at life. And trust me, Victoria is as strong a character as you'll read; taking care of her mother mentally, physically, and financially.
This book swelled my heart with happiness and love. It shattered it to pieces, then rebuilt and strengthened it. I just have to say that Scott has a lifetime reader in me of his books. This was one of THE sweetest love stories I have ever read. Thank you for writing Parker and Victoria's story. It will stay with me forever!
October 2, 2014
It's funny, Everyday I would wake up and check Scott's page for any updates about his new release, Finding Parker..I couldn't believe my eyes when he updated his status ....
For me reading comes to me easily but reviews are so damn hard..I usually just rate the book! So I'm just going to be short and sweet...
Sometimes finding love isn't always easy, some search high and low, others could find love at first sight....Maybe its not just about finding your mate but finding a family along the way....Seems like every book that Scott writes always teaches me a life lesson...Live It Now..Not Tomorrow.. But Now....
This book made feel, think and I'm going to risk more in my life...Because were living for today..
Btw....Love Victoria !! (If my husband read FP he would say Di this girl sounds just like you!!)
Highly recommend as always xxx
Thank You!
For me reading comes to me easily but reviews are so damn hard..I usually just rate the book! So I'm just going to be short and sweet...
Sometimes finding love isn't always easy, some search high and low, others could find love at first sight....Maybe its not just about finding your mate but finding a family along the way....Seems like every book that Scott writes always teaches me a life lesson...Live It Now..Not Tomorrow.. But Now....
This book made feel, think and I'm going to risk more in my life...Because were living for today..
Btw....Love Victoria !! (If my husband read FP he would say Di this girl sounds just like you!!)
Highly recommend as always xxx
Thank You!
August 2, 2015
My heart is racing of emotions. What can I say. This book is a pearl, a diamond, a beauty, so big of its contents.
The way its written.... Exceptional. Every page was a breath of kindness, love, understanding.
There were so much beautiful lines im gonna highlight every page.
The surroundings were small but soooo big in feelings.
There were only a few characters but they were so huge in their beeing.
The descriptions of surroundings and feelings were so beautiful and delicate expressed
(I have a headache of the tears )
The beautiful storyline was so exceptional my heartbeat worked overtime. It squeezed.
The contents of the story.....? Its a love story with capitals love.
Sometimes I wanted to ask the writer the question 'where in the hell did this story came from/of, how does your mind work.
Deep bow for you, im in awe
Are you really the same person from Hung?
The way its written.... Exceptional. Every page was a breath of kindness, love, understanding.
There were so much beautiful lines im gonna highlight every page.
The surroundings were small but soooo big in feelings.
There were only a few characters but they were so huge in their beeing.
The descriptions of surroundings and feelings were so beautiful and delicate expressed
(I have a headache of the tears )
The beautiful storyline was so exceptional my heartbeat worked overtime. It squeezed.
The contents of the story.....? Its a love story with capitals love.
Sometimes I wanted to ask the writer the question 'where in the hell did this story came from/of, how does your mind work.
Deep bow for you, im in awe
Are you really the same person from Hung?
October 12, 2014
Hope. That's the first word that comes to mind when I think of this story. Hope that there is that one special someone out there waiting to be found, no matter how unconventional the finding may be. This is a wonderful story of finding love, not just romantic love but that unconditional "family" kind of love. You know where you just love someone, in spite of their faults and even because of them.
Scott manages yet again to pull you into the story, connect you with the characters. I'm not going to give you the cliff notes version, you just simply need to read it. Absorb it. Hats off to you Mr. Hildreth on a job VERY well done.
Scott manages yet again to pull you into the story, connect you with the characters. I'm not going to give you the cliff notes version, you just simply need to read it. Absorb it. Hats off to you Mr. Hildreth on a job VERY well done.
October 22, 2014
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3.5 stars - read all the way to the end of this review pretty please!!!
Finding Parker is the latest book by Scott Hildreth I read and loved his book Undefeated here’s a link to my review. I was given a copy of this new book in exchange for an honest review so here goes...
I’m going to be honest and say straight from the off that this book wasn’t really my cup of tea, I almost gave up on it but I’m actually glad that I finished it.
Parker is an interesting character, he is a twenty something guy who is the epitome of a ‘gentleman’. I’m going to be brutal I didn’t like him as a love interest, I’m not saying that he is an unlikable character because he’s not it’s just that he’s not my idea of a leading man. I found him pretentious and effeminate and to be honest a bit of a wuss.
I know that my review will go against the grain because the majority of reviews are 5 stars it moved me ones. But reading is a very personal experience and this is mine.
I liked Victoria she is strong and filthy mouthed and generally likeable and sweet.
For me the ancillary characters were by far the most interesting and engaging, Kenton and Downes had me intrigued and I found myself thinking about them more than I was interested in Parkers POV.
This book is full of inspirational quotes and platitudes and there were some sentiments that were profound and interesting.
To be honest I don’t feel that this was a traditional ‘love story’ because for me I didn’t feel a passionate connection between Parker and Victoria. They had a beautiful friendship and they brought out the best in each other. Perhaps as a basis for longevity and happiness friendship is a better place to start than an intense desire and sexual want for one another.
About halfway through this book I started to panic, when you have been given a book to review I always feel incredibly rude when I say I’m sorry but it wasn’t for me. Finding Parker was for me going to be one of those cringe worthy emails to the PR Company going I’m sorry but I don’t think that I should post this review L
Then from about 80% this book got me!
I kicked and screamed and tried hard not to be dragged under but then it happened I started to understand this story.
This is deliberately not a traditional love story; to me this is more like a social commentary on how love used to be. These days love is about sex and passion and desire, and this book
takes the idea of love back to basics.
It throws in your face that love is forever and sex changes everything, the ideas in this book are old fashioned and simple. It dissects the idea of a gentleman and old fashioned respect for family and traditional values.
I kind of loved that!!
I don’t want to spoil anything but I cried like an idiot for about the last 3 chapters!!!!
I think this could be a book that needs a reread as I think I would probably love it the second time round. But in the first instant this book gets 3.5 stars from me.
3.5 stars - read all the way to the end of this review pretty please!!!
Finding Parker is the latest book by Scott Hildreth I read and loved his book Undefeated here’s a link to my review. I was given a copy of this new book in exchange for an honest review so here goes...
I’m going to be honest and say straight from the off that this book wasn’t really my cup of tea, I almost gave up on it but I’m actually glad that I finished it.
Parker is an interesting character, he is a twenty something guy who is the epitome of a ‘gentleman’. I’m going to be brutal I didn’t like him as a love interest, I’m not saying that he is an unlikable character because he’s not it’s just that he’s not my idea of a leading man. I found him pretentious and effeminate and to be honest a bit of a wuss.
I know that my review will go against the grain because the majority of reviews are 5 stars it moved me ones. But reading is a very personal experience and this is mine.
I liked Victoria she is strong and filthy mouthed and generally likeable and sweet.
For me the ancillary characters were by far the most interesting and engaging, Kenton and Downes had me intrigued and I found myself thinking about them more than I was interested in Parkers POV.
This book is full of inspirational quotes and platitudes and there were some sentiments that were profound and interesting.
To be honest I don’t feel that this was a traditional ‘love story’ because for me I didn’t feel a passionate connection between Parker and Victoria. They had a beautiful friendship and they brought out the best in each other. Perhaps as a basis for longevity and happiness friendship is a better place to start than an intense desire and sexual want for one another.
About halfway through this book I started to panic, when you have been given a book to review I always feel incredibly rude when I say I’m sorry but it wasn’t for me. Finding Parker was for me going to be one of those cringe worthy emails to the PR Company going I’m sorry but I don’t think that I should post this review L
Then from about 80% this book got me!
I kicked and screamed and tried hard not to be dragged under but then it happened I started to understand this story.
This is deliberately not a traditional love story; to me this is more like a social commentary on how love used to be. These days love is about sex and passion and desire, and this book
takes the idea of love back to basics.
It throws in your face that love is forever and sex changes everything, the ideas in this book are old fashioned and simple. It dissects the idea of a gentleman and old fashioned respect for family and traditional values.
I kind of loved that!!
I don’t want to spoil anything but I cried like an idiot for about the last 3 chapters!!!!
I think this could be a book that needs a reread as I think I would probably love it the second time round. But in the first instant this book gets 3.5 stars from me.
October 9, 2014
A love story written by Scott Hildreth....really??? I had to read it to believe it....especially after falling for Mike Ripton in the Fighter Erotic Romance series. But it's Scott, so of course I dropped everything I was reading to pick this one up because he rocks!
Does a man like Parker Bale actually exist?!?! I would find it hard to believe. He was the most sincere and caring gentleman.....a character unlike any I've read before. A true gentleman to the core!
This love story started quite unexpectedly.....wasn't sure how I felt about the "contract", but Parker, being such a sincere person, helped me to accept it for what it was. The relationships in this book were so powerful, from Parker and Victoria, Parker and Kenton, Victoria and her mother, Victoria and Kenton, and even the relationships formed with Downes. Kenton.....what can I say....I was pretty heartbroken, but this man became everything to Parker and Victoria, a representative of someone they both needed in their lives, and he was an inspiration to me for them!!
By the end of this book, I seriously had to sit and reflect for quite some time on what this book meant to me. It had so much meaning that I couldn't even explain it to anyone....there are too many significant quotes and thoughts from the book for me to reiterate, but just know they all were truly insightful. Parker's grandmother was a wise soul and raised an amazing young man. It was nice to read a love story without all the craziness, angst, and cheating, and without sex scene after sex scene. This was just a beautiful story of two people who found each other through unexpected measures.
I felt like Parker and Victoria came full circle by the end and I really loved the Epilogue! If you are looking for a beautiful love story, one that you will not likely forget anytime soon, then you should read this book. I KNOW I will not be forgetting this one for a while.....it's been a couple days and I needed to gather my thoughts on this one before writing this review, but I cannot seem to stop thinking about this book.... love when that happens!
Thank you Scott!
Does a man like Parker Bale actually exist?!?! I would find it hard to believe. He was the most sincere and caring gentleman.....a character unlike any I've read before. A true gentleman to the core!
This love story started quite unexpectedly.....wasn't sure how I felt about the "contract", but Parker, being such a sincere person, helped me to accept it for what it was. The relationships in this book were so powerful, from Parker and Victoria, Parker and Kenton, Victoria and her mother, Victoria and Kenton, and even the relationships formed with Downes. Kenton.....what can I say....I was pretty heartbroken, but this man became everything to Parker and Victoria, a representative of someone they both needed in their lives, and he was an inspiration to me for them!!
By the end of this book, I seriously had to sit and reflect for quite some time on what this book meant to me. It had so much meaning that I couldn't even explain it to anyone....there are too many significant quotes and thoughts from the book for me to reiterate, but just know they all were truly insightful. Parker's grandmother was a wise soul and raised an amazing young man. It was nice to read a love story without all the craziness, angst, and cheating, and without sex scene after sex scene. This was just a beautiful story of two people who found each other through unexpected measures.
I felt like Parker and Victoria came full circle by the end and I really loved the Epilogue! If you are looking for a beautiful love story, one that you will not likely forget anytime soon, then you should read this book. I KNOW I will not be forgetting this one for a while.....it's been a couple days and I needed to gather my thoughts on this one before writing this review, but I cannot seem to stop thinking about this book.... love when that happens!
Thank you Scott!
September 30, 2014
This isn’t the usual type of book I read. We all know what I’m about so I won’t elaborate. I only picked this because the author & I had 0% compatibility based on the fact we’ve read none of the same books. Not a one. If you’re looking for something totally random to read might as well see what this guy is into is exactly what I thought. I loved this book, it made my cold heart melt. This is a true love story. For anyone who has ever found the ying to their yang you’ll get it.
End of the chapter where Parker accepted the job had my attention. I wanted to stop reading then because I sensed it but couldn’t quite put my finger on what it was. The dialogue let me know this wasn’t a book full of stupid people talking about and doing stupid things. Now this is the male POV I was looking for. It seemed authentic, possibly because it was actually written by a man, which is rare these days (or at least rare for the types of books I read).
Parker, in real life, is the type of guy you want to instantly drop panties for. Unfortunately Parker isn’t going to put out on the first date or even the 2nd for that matter. He can hold a conversation & expects you to. He’d have me doing nightly drives past his house after the first one. I’d be thinking “fuck I actually need to read a real book”. I’d never say fuck around him & god I like that word. He’s too smart to go for the usual so I’d have to step it up. Parker thinks you’re better than the usual hair twirling, ass swaying, girlish giggles. In other words Parker would be a challenge.
50% in and I want to stop reading this book. I’m suspicious. I have that freaking feeling again. This shit is about to get real. I don’t do real. Real makes my heart hurt. 78% in I was freaking frantic. I couldn’t read fast enough. After I finished my only though was now that’s a love story. It had true love, it had loss, it had heart break. I adored it & an hour later I also realized….it had NO SEX. (What’s wrong with me).
Dear Mr. Hildreth…smartly played. I’m reading everything you freaking write Mister.
End of the chapter where Parker accepted the job had my attention. I wanted to stop reading then because I sensed it but couldn’t quite put my finger on what it was. The dialogue let me know this wasn’t a book full of stupid people talking about and doing stupid things. Now this is the male POV I was looking for. It seemed authentic, possibly because it was actually written by a man, which is rare these days (or at least rare for the types of books I read).
Parker, in real life, is the type of guy you want to instantly drop panties for. Unfortunately Parker isn’t going to put out on the first date or even the 2nd for that matter. He can hold a conversation & expects you to. He’d have me doing nightly drives past his house after the first one. I’d be thinking “fuck I actually need to read a real book”. I’d never say fuck around him & god I like that word. He’s too smart to go for the usual so I’d have to step it up. Parker thinks you’re better than the usual hair twirling, ass swaying, girlish giggles. In other words Parker would be a challenge.
50% in and I want to stop reading this book. I’m suspicious. I have that freaking feeling again. This shit is about to get real. I don’t do real. Real makes my heart hurt. 78% in I was freaking frantic. I couldn’t read fast enough. After I finished my only though was now that’s a love story. It had true love, it had loss, it had heart break. I adored it & an hour later I also realized….it had NO SEX. (What’s wrong with me).
Dear Mr. Hildreth…smartly played. I’m reading everything you freaking write Mister.
October 1, 2014
Wow! After looking forward to this book so much I can honestly say it was worth the wait! This book was amazing, I have loved every one of Scott's books but I think I can say that he has completely surpassed himself this time!
I loved the whole story, reading about Parker and Victoria had me hooked. I always get stuck on reviewing Scott's books because they are always brilliant and there is always a message in his stories.
Reading from the varied POVs I really enjoyed, I feel it gives the reader more of an insight into the characters and what they are thinking.
There were several funny parts in this as is Scott's great humour, but one part had me in hysterics and I laughed so much!! Loved it lol
I always find there are a few brilliant quotes in his books that stand out. The one's that stood out for me were,
'Life is easy. Live it while you're alive. Because when you're gone you won't have an opportunity'.
and...
'You should live every day as if you're going to die at midnight. And ask yourself throughout the course of each day, if this were my last day on this earth, would I do anything different?'
I love these quotes and I think they are so true. Living your life to the fullest that you possibly can and living each day as if it's your last, I think is great advice.
Kenton in this book is an amazing character, he is so selfless, generous and has great humour. I was shocked towards the end, didn't see that coming and it had me shedding a few tears!!
Basically this book was fantastic, it had me hooked, had me laughing and crying and I think is worth a lot more than 5*! Highly recommend this book and already can't wait for Scott's next one!
I loved the whole story, reading about Parker and Victoria had me hooked. I always get stuck on reviewing Scott's books because they are always brilliant and there is always a message in his stories.
Reading from the varied POVs I really enjoyed, I feel it gives the reader more of an insight into the characters and what they are thinking.
There were several funny parts in this as is Scott's great humour, but one part had me in hysterics and I laughed so much!! Loved it lol
I always find there are a few brilliant quotes in his books that stand out. The one's that stood out for me were,
'Life is easy. Live it while you're alive. Because when you're gone you won't have an opportunity'.
and...
'You should live every day as if you're going to die at midnight. And ask yourself throughout the course of each day, if this were my last day on this earth, would I do anything different?'
I love these quotes and I think they are so true. Living your life to the fullest that you possibly can and living each day as if it's your last, I think is great advice.
Kenton in this book is an amazing character, he is so selfless, generous and has great humour. I was shocked towards the end, didn't see that coming and it had me shedding a few tears!!
Basically this book was fantastic, it had me hooked, had me laughing and crying and I think is worth a lot more than 5*! Highly recommend this book and already can't wait for Scott's next one!
October 1, 2014
Finding Parker!
Well I think Parker found us, the reader! This is not your ordinary love story, this is an exceptional read. Not the normal story or book you would expect from this author, this was love and compassion. The characters showed us how you can love someone even though they are not blood related, and if you can open yourself up to this and embrace the love and the gesture of humanity, then you are winning the battle of life. Parker himself is a highly morale and upstanding young man and he finds the love and family he was destined to have, along with finding a father figure he has not had in his life in a long time.
This is a must read, and a superb book!
Well I think Parker found us, the reader! This is not your ordinary love story, this is an exceptional read. Not the normal story or book you would expect from this author, this was love and compassion. The characters showed us how you can love someone even though they are not blood related, and if you can open yourself up to this and embrace the love and the gesture of humanity, then you are winning the battle of life. Parker himself is a highly morale and upstanding young man and he finds the love and family he was destined to have, along with finding a father figure he has not had in his life in a long time.
This is a must read, and a superb book!
October 2, 2014
its hard to find a book that makes my cry and this book did it. I've read a lot of this authors books & this book is so different than what I've read from his other books. this book was so emotional that I can't,seem to start a new book.
two words.Book Hangover. thank you Scott Hildreth for such an amazing book !
two words.Book Hangover. thank you Scott Hildreth for such an amazing book !
November 23, 2014
Life's greatest treasures will never be held, purchased, or bartered for. They will only be felt.
If you can read this book and not FEEL it something is definitely wrong. I read all of the reviews on this book, all of the hype surrounding it. I expected it to be great, life changing even. I have read most of Scott Hildreth's books and I admit he has a strong writing style. He can often, and does often, impart the most simple wisdom's ( an oxymoron I know but it is what it feels like) in even his erotica novels. So when I began reading Finding Parker I was a little..er..disappointed? I felt like I was missing something. I mean the normal Hildreth style was there and it made me think but I wasn't wow'd. So I put it down for a few days determined to pick it back up and finish it. And finish it I did. This is what I thought...
Finding Parker is a love story, not even completely a romanticized love story as it deals with friendship and family along with the conventional relationship. It is about life, love, healing and ultimately loss. It is about restoration..of long forgotten values, past mistakes, happiness and life.
I fell in love with each and every character but Kenton, Kenton I loved the most. I found myself wanting to be in his company. To smell the ocean on him as he embraced me in an effort to soothe us both. In my opinion Kenton and Downes are the real stars of this book.I could relate on so many levels with Victoria, what she was going through with her mother as I have been there with my own. These characters would not have been who they were on their own, if their lives hadn't linked together to form a family.
These opposites literally require each other to form a component in which the whole is greater than than the assembled parts.
Needless to say, I changed my mind about the book. There came a point where I was such a blubbering mess that I had to stop reading again just to get myself together enough to see the words. There are so many quotes in the book that made me sit back reflect and ask myself the same questions they were asking. I cannot possibly put them all in this review but what I can do is tell you to read it for yourself and highlight yourself those passages that speak to you.
I have no regrets. To regret my past would be to admit I am not satisfied with who or what I have become. Everything I have accomplished and all I have been exposed to-good or evil-has created what sits before you. If I look solely at the reflection I make today, I stand proud.
Great job Scott Hildreth! This book is Relentlessbookchic approved and may you all find a piece of yourselves in Finding Parker.
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October 2, 2014
I knew from the very beginning of the book that this one was different... that dedication did it and I just knew this one was important!
How do you describe a book that makes you feel?
I felt so much during the time I spent reading it... I almost felt the scent of the beach... and when you take something or someone for granted you forget all about the little things and what they mean to you.
Indeed Scott, your books make me feel, they always have some kind of a lesson for me.
I'm kind of speechless right now... I just finished it, I'm on the train on my way to work and for the first time I couldn't wait to try and put in words what I'm feeling right now...
This book is so perfect, so well written, so many feelings brought goosebumps to my body... the all plot so meaningful, the characters so simple but to important to each other!
This book is a book about LOVE in all its meaning... friendship that leads to LOVE... Respect that leads to LOVE!
I wish I had highlighted all the quotes I liked it, I think I will read it again just for that, because you had so many good quotes in this book that I will forever cherish!
The end was so beautiful, I confess I shed a tear, on the train no less, lol, with a lot of people around me, but you know what? I'm proud of that tear that I shed from reading your book!
No... I won't talk about the story... you better read it to understand how I'm feeling right now. Sorry my reviews suck... but I think is important for me to describe how the book touched me, more than making a resume of the story!
Thank you so much for this book Scott!!
As always, after reading your books, I'm in AWE!!!
How do you describe a book that makes you feel?
I felt so much during the time I spent reading it... I almost felt the scent of the beach... and when you take something or someone for granted you forget all about the little things and what they mean to you.
Indeed Scott, your books make me feel, they always have some kind of a lesson for me.
I'm kind of speechless right now... I just finished it, I'm on the train on my way to work and for the first time I couldn't wait to try and put in words what I'm feeling right now...
This book is so perfect, so well written, so many feelings brought goosebumps to my body... the all plot so meaningful, the characters so simple but to important to each other!
This book is a book about LOVE in all its meaning... friendship that leads to LOVE... Respect that leads to LOVE!
I wish I had highlighted all the quotes I liked it, I think I will read it again just for that, because you had so many good quotes in this book that I will forever cherish!
The end was so beautiful, I confess I shed a tear, on the train no less, lol, with a lot of people around me, but you know what? I'm proud of that tear that I shed from reading your book!
No... I won't talk about the story... you better read it to understand how I'm feeling right now. Sorry my reviews suck... but I think is important for me to describe how the book touched me, more than making a resume of the story!
Thank you so much for this book Scott!!
As always, after reading your books, I'm in AWE!!!
October 21, 2014
5 stars and more...
This is the most beautiful story I have ever read. It's a happy story, you just feel happy when reading it. It might also be the most romantic story ever.
The characters are incredible, you will fall in love with every single one of them, I don't think I have ever liked all the characters in a story and I did in this one.
The author took me by surprise with a big twist that I did not see coming at all. It was an important part to the story and I really loved what he did with it, he made it a secret between Parker and Kenton and even though I was dying because I wanted Victoria to know I was glad the author chose to keep it a secret.
*A little bit of a SPOILER ahead*
The story might make you cry, even if you know something important is coming since the beginning of the story, you just know because it's right there, you might still cry. I knew it was coming, you might not know who, but you know someone will not make it in the end and you prepare yourself, you know someone is dying but still when it happens you cannot stop your emotions, you have already fallen in love with that character and you can't help but to cry. I cried, a LOT, I tried to prepare myself for what I knew would be a very sad part in the story but I couldn't stop myself from ugly crying.
The story will give you many emotions but mostly you will feel happy that you read such an awesome book, trust me.
Oh and I must say that this story has NO sex, at all, not even a little bit, it was good for a change.
This is the perfect happy story with a happy ending. Loved it and will recommend to all my friends.
This is the most beautiful story I have ever read. It's a happy story, you just feel happy when reading it. It might also be the most romantic story ever.
The characters are incredible, you will fall in love with every single one of them, I don't think I have ever liked all the characters in a story and I did in this one.
The author took me by surprise with a big twist that I did not see coming at all. It was an important part to the story and I really loved what he did with it, he made it a secret between Parker and Kenton and even though I was dying because I wanted Victoria to know I was glad the author chose to keep it a secret.
*A little bit of a SPOILER ahead*
The story might make you cry, even if you know something important is coming since the beginning of the story, you just know because it's right there, you might still cry. I knew it was coming, you might not know who, but you know someone will not make it in the end and you prepare yourself, you know someone is dying but still when it happens you cannot stop your emotions, you have already fallen in love with that character and you can't help but to cry. I cried, a LOT, I tried to prepare myself for what I knew would be a very sad part in the story but I couldn't stop myself from ugly crying.
The story will give you many emotions but mostly you will feel happy that you read such an awesome book, trust me.
Oh and I must say that this story has NO sex, at all, not even a little bit, it was good for a change.
This is the perfect happy story with a happy ending. Loved it and will recommend to all my friends.
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