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Trace + Olivia #2
Chasing Olivia
Book 2 in the Trace and Olivia Series
How far would you go to reignite the spark you once had?
Two years later, Trace and Olivia are as much in love as they’ve always been. But the spark they once had for life is waning and Trace is determined that they find it again. His solution? A road trip. But he doesn’t tell Olivia the real reason they’re heading north.
Olivia is happy to go on a road trip and have more adventures with Trace. Besides, she needs a distraction from the soap opera her life has become. With college over, this is the perfect opportunity to chase down the carefree girl she once was.
But life isn’t a fairytale and you can only escape reality for so long.
Love, laughs, and a hidden agenda.
That’s the name of the game when you’re Chasing Olivia.
(This book finishes Trace and Olivia's story. Book 1 is titled Finding Olivia)
How far would you go to reignite the spark you once had?
Two years later, Trace and Olivia are as much in love as they’ve always been. But the spark they once had for life is waning and Trace is determined that they find it again. His solution? A road trip. But he doesn’t tell Olivia the real reason they’re heading north.
Olivia is happy to go on a road trip and have more adventures with Trace. Besides, she needs a distraction from the soap opera her life has become. With college over, this is the perfect opportunity to chase down the carefree girl she once was.
But life isn’t a fairytale and you can only escape reality for so long.
Love, laughs, and a hidden agenda.
That’s the name of the game when you’re Chasing Olivia.
(This book finishes Trace and Olivia's story. Book 1 is titled Finding Olivia)
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First published December 1, 2013
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Micalea Smeltzer
86 books6,706 followersMicalea Smeltzer is an author from Northern Virginia. Her two dogs, Ollie and Remy, are her constant companions. As a kidney transplant recipient she's dedicated to raising awareness around the effects of kidney disease, dialysis, and transplant as well as educating people on living donation. When she's not writing you can catch her with her nose buried in a book.
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September 18, 2015
Great read. Really love Trace & Olivia. They are such a fun couple. I would have rated this 5 stars but I felt the book dragged in a few places as a couple of the scenes were overly detailed. But otherwise it was an enjoyable read. Looking forward to reading more books by Micalea Smeltzer.
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Angst Level: Low 2/10
Heat Level: Medium 5/10
HEA
Cheating/OW
Angst Level: Low 2/10
Heat Level: Medium 5/10
September 22, 2017
4 Stars
UPDATE: Chasing Olivia and the rest of the 'Trace + Olivia' series underwent a complete a make-over. The stories are newly edited and each book were given a new set of covers.
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What do you do when there is a sequel to one of your favorite books with the same main characters? Of course you read it. That's what I did back in August 2015 as well as this month with Chasing Olivia.
I love roadtrips. Period. I have been on a few myself in the past and the next will begin in just a few days actually. Yay! Roadtrips make me think of freedom: it's just your car, your friend(s) (or boy/girlfriend), the road and some great music. You are totally free to go wherever you want and stop wherever you want. Trace and Olivia did just that. Besides a few planned stops down the road, the rest was done on a whim. And let me tell you, they both did some crazy, fun and also surprising things on their way up north. I visited two of the spots Trace and Olivia went to and it was great to see the sights through their eyes. I am glad Micalea Smeltzer chose a roadtrip theme for this sequel.
Just like the first novel, this one is solely written in Olivia's POV. I can't make up my mind if I like alternate POV'S better or not, but the single POV worked absolutely fine here - although I sometimes wished I knew what Trace was thinking about. :'D
Whereas both novels were mostly fun and adventurous and Finding Olivia had an added angsty feature, Chasing Olivia was overshadowed by sad and distressing happenings.
Oliva was a totally different person compared to the first novel. Gone was the shy, naive and totally clumsy young woman. Olivia was fun and quite witty which I really liked. But you had to be when having to deal with a "child" like Trace. I'm all about not growing up and having fun and being silly but he was just too much at times.
One could see that Trace and Olivia spent the last two years together, as they appeared as a very experienced team. Unfortunately, a lot of their banter was too repetitive throughout the book with only a slight change of wording. I got bored after the third time and stopped counting after the fifth.
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UPDATE: Chasing Olivia and the rest of the 'Trace + Olivia' series underwent a complete a make-over. The stories are newly edited and each book were given a new set of covers.
Read full review here: https://5171milesbookblog.wordpress.com/
What do you do when there is a sequel to one of your favorite books with the same main characters? Of course you read it. That's what I did back in August 2015 as well as this month with Chasing Olivia.
I love roadtrips. Period. I have been on a few myself in the past and the next will begin in just a few days actually. Yay! Roadtrips make me think of freedom: it's just your car, your friend(s) (or boy/girlfriend), the road and some great music. You are totally free to go wherever you want and stop wherever you want. Trace and Olivia did just that. Besides a few planned stops down the road, the rest was done on a whim. And let me tell you, they both did some crazy, fun and also surprising things on their way up north. I visited two of the spots Trace and Olivia went to and it was great to see the sights through their eyes. I am glad Micalea Smeltzer chose a roadtrip theme for this sequel.
Just like the first novel, this one is solely written in Olivia's POV. I can't make up my mind if I like alternate POV'S better or not, but the single POV worked absolutely fine here - although I sometimes wished I knew what Trace was thinking about. :'D
Whereas both novels were mostly fun and adventurous and Finding Olivia had an added angsty feature, Chasing Olivia was overshadowed by sad and distressing happenings.
Oliva was a totally different person compared to the first novel. Gone was the shy, naive and totally clumsy young woman. Olivia was fun and quite witty which I really liked. But you had to be when having to deal with a "child" like Trace. I'm all about not growing up and having fun and being silly but he was just too much at times.
One could see that Trace and Olivia spent the last two years together, as they appeared as a very experienced team. Unfortunately, a lot of their banter was too repetitive throughout the book with only a slight change of wording. I got bored after the third time and stopped counting after the fifth.
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October 10, 2015
“Chasing Olivia” was the perfect conclusion to Trace + Olivia’s story! I honestly loved everything about it, and couldn’t have asked for a better ending. It was even better than the first installment – which can sometimes be hard to find – and I was completely addicted from start to finish. I loved going on this adventurous journey with Trace and Olivia, and I fell even more in love with them along the way. I loved their playful, sweet, and humorous banter with each other, and the road trip concept for this book was absolutely perfect. I will admit there were a few sad moments, but everything else in the book made up for it. I loved the flow of the book and thought the author’s writing style was amazing. It was wonderful to see many familiar faces from the first installment, and it was awesome to find out what happened with some of them. I thoroughly enjoyed reading Trace and Olivia’s incredibly romantic story, and I truly couldn’t have been happier with the outcome. It was simply perfection. I am totally and positively in love with the Trace + Olivia series, and I cannot wait to read the rest of it! Thank you, Micalea! :)
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November 25, 2015
"Olivia, he whispered, "you deserve to be told your beautiful every second, of every day, because it's true."
"105 is the number that comes to my head when I think of all the years I wanna be with you. Wake up every morning with you in my bed, that's precisely what I plan to do."
"I would go to the ends of the earth for you, because I love you and when someone owns your heart, like you do mine, you don't let them get away."
"I love how," his fingers glided back over my chest, "even after all this time, you're still affected by everything I do to you."
10 AMAZING STARS
Squueee... Just like the first book, Chasing Olivia makes us fall in love all over again!!! TRACE WENTWORTH,, I LOVE YOU. WHERE ARE YOU? haha.. I need you. This book teaches us a lot of lessons about LOVE and LIFE.
I love how Trace and Olivia love each other, you know that they're are not just lovers but also a friend. I want a third book that tells us about their story being parents. Please Ms.Micalea can we have that book?..
I miss them already.
This book holds a special place in my heart.:)
December 30, 2013
I loved Chasing Olivia. First off, you find out Olivia's mother is getting married to her best friends brother and also pregnant which is so weird and ackward since Nick is only 2 yrs older than her. I am glad her mother found someone to make her happy.
This book focuses more on Trace and Olivia going on a surprise road trip to Maine for her graduation present. During their trip, Trace basically creates his own live list to fulfill with Olivia like bungee jumping, singing in a karaoke bar, jumping off a 20ft waterfall. I loved the little quirky adventures they had together and how humerous the couple was also through out the whole book. It was sad about Gramps having cancer but glad he was there till the end. You do finally find out what has been going on with Avery and Luca also in this book.
I cannot wait for Trents story!
This book focuses more on Trace and Olivia going on a surprise road trip to Maine for her graduation present. During their trip, Trace basically creates his own live list to fulfill with Olivia like bungee jumping, singing in a karaoke bar, jumping off a 20ft waterfall. I loved the little quirky adventures they had together and how humerous the couple was also through out the whole book. It was sad about Gramps having cancer but glad he was there till the end. You do finally find out what has been going on with Avery and Luca also in this book.
I cannot wait for Trents story!
July 7, 2014
since i wasn't exactly the biggest fan of the first book, i was hesitant to start to this one. alas, i am a sucker for HEAs and i wasn't going to give this up. with that being said, i guessed probably 90% of the book before it even happened, but i wasn't complaining. i guess i was prepared for the writing style and the MCs from just finishing the previous book. i liked it a lot better than the first one, that's for sure. cute story. cute ending to a story, really.
one thing i can't help but mention is her mom. WTF? not gonna say shit no more.
one thing i can't help but mention is her mom. WTF? not gonna say shit no more.
January 2, 2014
I was given this book as an ARC for an honest review.
I gave this book 5 stars.
This is the second book in the Trace + Olivia Series.
But it can be read as a stand alone. I am sure it would be more enjoyable if you did read the first book though because it is a continuation of Trace and Olivia's story.
This is the first book that I have read from Micalea.
This is Trace and Olivia's story continued.
Trace and Olivia have been together for over 2 years now, and they feel like they are just living life day to day. Trace wants that spark back. So after Olivia graduates he surprises her and asks her to go on a road trip with him. You only live once right?
So Trace and Olivia embark on the next phase of their life. They encounter all sorts of exciting places and things to do. They learn to fall in love more then they already were. And Trace still has some surprises left for Olivia along the way.
I loved this book ... It was sweet and adorable. Trace is surely one of a kind. he is sarcastic and mouthy and just plain sexy. He loves Olivia like no other could. And tries to show her every chance he gets what she means to him. I did not read book one. Although it is on my TBR list now, I just went and got it. But I can say that I fell in love with these two and it was so easy to follow along on their continued story, I am sure there is so much I will learn once I read book one.
Not a lot of angst in this book, come on the journey with Trace and Olivia and share their life with them. Family, love, loss, surprises and so so much more!! Thank you for this beautiful story.
I laughed more then once, had a few tears trickle here and there. And was a very happy person when I read the last page. <3 Look forward to reading more from you<3
December 31, 2013
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. This can be seen on my website www.stephaniesbookreports.com after 1/1/14.
Lots of drama can happen in a couple of years. We start Chasing Olivia with Olivia's mom getting married. Olivia's getting a stepdad that's only a couple of years older than herself. To add to the stress her mom is pregnant. Living to adulthood being an only child and suddenly having to share your mom with a new husband and soon to be sibling is worrisome and extremely stressful. Changes are happening for Trace as well. His grandfather is wanting Trace to step up to CEO of the family company sooner rather than later. Tracy isn't happy about it but will do it because it's what expected. Olivia and Trace are miserable and need a break.
Trace plans the perfect get away for the two of them. It seems quite spur of the moment but he's been planning something similar for a little while. It's the sweetest gesture and Olivia appreciates the spontaneity they have during the trip. These two characters are perfect for each other. Their love for one another is entrancing and almost seems tangible if that's would even be possible.
It wouldn't be a true Trace trip with out some surprises along the way. I tell you, he's an awesome and funny dude.
I am rarely a crier at books. This one got me though. I sent a message to the author to share she got me! It wasn't an ugly cry, but just enough to call it a cry. I typically get so wrapped up in Micalea's stories that I suppose I feel some of the emotion she writes into the scene. This is a fun story and a great follow up to Finding Olivia.
Lots of drama can happen in a couple of years. We start Chasing Olivia with Olivia's mom getting married. Olivia's getting a stepdad that's only a couple of years older than herself. To add to the stress her mom is pregnant. Living to adulthood being an only child and suddenly having to share your mom with a new husband and soon to be sibling is worrisome and extremely stressful. Changes are happening for Trace as well. His grandfather is wanting Trace to step up to CEO of the family company sooner rather than later. Tracy isn't happy about it but will do it because it's what expected. Olivia and Trace are miserable and need a break.
Trace plans the perfect get away for the two of them. It seems quite spur of the moment but he's been planning something similar for a little while. It's the sweetest gesture and Olivia appreciates the spontaneity they have during the trip. These two characters are perfect for each other. Their love for one another is entrancing and almost seems tangible if that's would even be possible.
It wouldn't be a true Trace trip with out some surprises along the way. I tell you, he's an awesome and funny dude.
I am rarely a crier at books. This one got me though. I sent a message to the author to share she got me! It wasn't an ugly cry, but just enough to call it a cry. I typically get so wrapped up in Micalea's stories that I suppose I feel some of the emotion she writes into the scene. This is a fun story and a great follow up to Finding Olivia.
September 9, 2016
I just simply loved this book! From start to finish, I couldn't get enough! I really didn't want it to end. It's been two years since Finding Olivia ended and Trace and Olivia are just in love as ever. They are such a cute couple-I love how they are just perfect for each. They remind me of people that I could be friends with in real life, just laid-back people. They kinda of settle into a mundane, going through the motions life. So Trace suggest for them to go on a road trip to spiced up their life-have adventures once again. There were motives as to why Trace wanted to do this but still there were pure intentions there. As the book progresses, you see Trace and Olivia experience both happy and sad times. But one thing was clear through it all, they truly loved each other. For me, the story had a good flow to it. Olivia was once again relatable. I can a bit of myself in her and I think that's why I really loved her character. And Trace?! What can I say about that sexy, sweet, hunk of man. I just fall more in love with him as I read the book. There was never a doubt in my mind how much he loved Olivia through everything he did for her. He truly was a good guy and I loved everything that he did and said. There were parts that were sad and emotional but also some funny parts that I couldn't stop laughing. Micalea did a fantastic job with this follow-up to Trace and Olivia's story. I'm sad to see their story end but it was magnificent. I loved everything about this book! I will definitely be re-reading this again and both Finding & Chasing Olivia have become some of my favorite books. I recommend them highly!
May 26, 2014
Love, Laugh, and a Hidden Agenda.
That's the name of the game when you're Chasing Olivia
Gah! I'm sad that there won't be a third book for Trace and Olivia, but happy that there will be a third and fourth installment of the series, even though it won't focus on the two of them.
I am In love with Trace Wentworth!!Olivia is sooooo Lucky!
Even though sad events took place in this book, I still love it. It made the book realistic, it reminded me that life is not perfect and its very fragile, but all this sad events will help you rise and be stronger and LIVE. There were also happy Moments and it reminded me of what Olivia set on the first book "There can't be good without bad, and Vice versa"
I really want a side story of Nick (Avery's Older Brother who is like two year older than Olivia) and Nora (Olivia's Mom). I swear, I bet that would be interesting haha!! :D
A Side stroy of Luca and Avery won't be bad either hehehe :D
I can't wait for Trent's Love Story (Tempting Rowan)
That's the name of the game when you're Chasing Olivia
Gah! I'm sad that there won't be a third book for Trace and Olivia, but happy that there will be a third and fourth installment of the series, even though it won't focus on the two of them.
I am In love with Trace Wentworth!!Olivia is sooooo Lucky!
Even though sad events took place in this book, I still love it. It made the book realistic, it reminded me that life is not perfect and its very fragile, but all this sad events will help you rise and be stronger and LIVE. There were also happy Moments and it reminded me of what Olivia set on the first book "There can't be good without bad, and Vice versa"
I really want a side story of Nick (Avery's Older Brother who is like two year older than Olivia) and Nora (Olivia's Mom). I swear, I bet that would be interesting haha!! :D
A Side stroy of Luca and Avery won't be bad either hehehe :D
I can't wait for Trent's Love Story (Tempting Rowan)
December 18, 2013
If I could give this book more than 5 stars I would! Trace and Olivia are amazing! I can't wait to write this review!!!!!!!!!!!
December 29, 2020
Read #1: April 8, 2016
Read #2: August 11, 2016
Beautiful book. Loved it.
Read #2: August 11, 2016
Beautiful book. Loved it.
September 20, 2017
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If you LOVED Finding Olivia then you better prepare yourself to fall in love all over again with Chasing Olivia, the next installment in Micalea Smeltzer's Trace + Olivia series. Although I enjoyed reading Trace and Olivia's first book I found myself falling more and more in love with them throughout this story. So much has happened to these two in the past two years that readers instantly become hooked and want to learn every new detail about these two! I once again found myself inhaling the works on each page. The author has such a beautiful way with words that hooks her readers in and doesn't let them go until the very end.
Get ready for a romance overdrive (something I absolutely love in books) as Trace and Olivia go on a brand new adventure and discover parts of each other that they had no clue existed before. These two are even cuter then before and I cannot believe I haven't read it again since the very first time back in 2013 (wow has it already been 4 years?!). It's truly amazed me how many things I realize I have forgotten about this captivating read. In many ways it felt as if I was re-reading the book for the very first time all over again!
If you haven't had the chance to fall in love with Trace + Olivia yet then I suggest you start the series today!
I generously received this ARC from Give Me Books in exchange for an honest review...
If you LOVED Finding Olivia then you better prepare yourself to fall in love all over again with Chasing Olivia, the next installment in Micalea Smeltzer's Trace + Olivia series. Although I enjoyed reading Trace and Olivia's first book I found myself falling more and more in love with them throughout this story. So much has happened to these two in the past two years that readers instantly become hooked and want to learn every new detail about these two! I once again found myself inhaling the works on each page. The author has such a beautiful way with words that hooks her readers in and doesn't let them go until the very end.
Get ready for a romance overdrive (something I absolutely love in books) as Trace and Olivia go on a brand new adventure and discover parts of each other that they had no clue existed before. These two are even cuter then before and I cannot believe I haven't read it again since the very first time back in 2013 (wow has it already been 4 years?!). It's truly amazed me how many things I realize I have forgotten about this captivating read. In many ways it felt as if I was re-reading the book for the very first time all over again!
If you haven't had the chance to fall in love with Trace + Olivia yet then I suggest you start the series today!
September 20, 2017
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review for Stephanie's Book Reports.
Chasing Olivia is the second book in Michalea Smeltzer's Trace + Olivia Series.
Two years later and Trace and Olivia are as much in love as they've always been. But the spark they once had for life is waning and Trace is determined that they find it again. His solution? A road trip. However, he doesn't tell Olivia the real reason they are heading north. Olivia is perfectly happy to go with Trace and escape the soap opera her life as become. Shes looking forward to chasing down the carefree girl she once was. Life though is no a fairytale and you can only escape reality for so long. Love, laughs and a hidden agenda are the name of the game when your Chasing Olivia.
A couple of years have passed since Finding Olivia and Olivia's mom is getting married to a man that is only a couple of years older than Olivia. Holy shocker!!! Oh but wait she is pregnant too!!! I about fell off my couch. For some reason this information just shocked the crap out of me. Trace too is facing changes as his grandfather wants him to step up a CEP of the family company sooner than expected. Thus both Olivia and Trace are miserable. Life just isn't as fun as it was in college. To soon the real world will work it's way in and kick your butt. Trace though is planning the perfect get away and I for one love a road trip in a book. Olivia and Trace are just so perfect for each other and the beauty of it might have caused a tear or forty to fall from my eyes. It is by no means an ugly cry book but you will just have to read it yourself to see what had me in tears.
Micalea Smeltzer has done an amazing job with this series and Olivia and Trace. They have to be one of my favorite couples of all time.
Chasing Olivia is the second book in Michalea Smeltzer's Trace + Olivia Series.
Two years later and Trace and Olivia are as much in love as they've always been. But the spark they once had for life is waning and Trace is determined that they find it again. His solution? A road trip. However, he doesn't tell Olivia the real reason they are heading north. Olivia is perfectly happy to go with Trace and escape the soap opera her life as become. Shes looking forward to chasing down the carefree girl she once was. Life though is no a fairytale and you can only escape reality for so long. Love, laughs and a hidden agenda are the name of the game when your Chasing Olivia.
A couple of years have passed since Finding Olivia and Olivia's mom is getting married to a man that is only a couple of years older than Olivia. Holy shocker!!! Oh but wait she is pregnant too!!! I about fell off my couch. For some reason this information just shocked the crap out of me. Trace too is facing changes as his grandfather wants him to step up a CEP of the family company sooner than expected. Thus both Olivia and Trace are miserable. Life just isn't as fun as it was in college. To soon the real world will work it's way in and kick your butt. Trace though is planning the perfect get away and I for one love a road trip in a book. Olivia and Trace are just so perfect for each other and the beauty of it might have caused a tear or forty to fall from my eyes. It is by no means an ugly cry book but you will just have to read it yourself to see what had me in tears.
Micalea Smeltzer has done an amazing job with this series and Olivia and Trace. They have to be one of my favorite couples of all time.
September 16, 2017
Chasing Olivia is the second book in the Trace+Olivia Series by Micaela Smeltzer.
Chasing Olivia is not a standalone. You must read book one, Finding Olivia, first.
This book picks up two years after Finding Olivia ends. Olivia and Trace are in love, but the spark is waning. Olivia graduated from college, her mother is about to marry again. Trace is her rock, her unicorn boyfriend. A boyfriend without a filter.
They travel through the country, on a journey that will bring them to new adventures and dangers.
Chasing Olivia is the conclusion of Trace and Olivia´s story. Meet old friends and new acquaintances and family.
I reall loved their story and I think I want my own Trace now, pretty please.
I give 5 stars and say thank you, Micaela Smeltzer.
Chasing Olivia is not a standalone. You must read book one, Finding Olivia, first.
This book picks up two years after Finding Olivia ends. Olivia and Trace are in love, but the spark is waning. Olivia graduated from college, her mother is about to marry again. Trace is her rock, her unicorn boyfriend. A boyfriend without a filter.
They travel through the country, on a journey that will bring them to new adventures and dangers.
Chasing Olivia is the conclusion of Trace and Olivia´s story. Meet old friends and new acquaintances and family.
I reall loved their story and I think I want my own Trace now, pretty please.
I give 5 stars and say thank you, Micaela Smeltzer.
August 12, 2014
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✯✯ 10 HUGE STARS!!!✯✯
"Our spark for life. I miss all those crazy adventures we had when we were crossing things off your list. The spontaneity, the craziness, I miss that."
Where oh where do I even start??!! I am usually pretty good at knowing exactly what to say when I'm writing a review. Let me start off with I had the honor of BETA reading this. I am so in love with Trace & Olivia!! I fell in love with them when I read Finding Olivia. But, this book doubled that love.
We start off with a wedding!!! Yes, I got all excited at 1st thinking finally Trace & Olivia are getting married. But, no it's not theirs. Remember Olivia's mom & Avery's brother hooking up. Yea, now they're getting married & they are getting ready to have a baby. CRAZY I know!!! But, yea that's where we are at.
After Olivia & Avery graduate college Trace has something up his sleeve like usual. He bring's Olivia to same spot where she gave Trace her 'Live List'. He has a whole picnic set up. He gets out his guitar starts signing & proposes to Olivia.✯sigh✯ Now, Olivia is still working at the jewelery store. But, as for Trace he still works at the garage fixing cars. But, Gramps is grooming him to take over the family business for when he retires.
Trace & Olivia get some real shitty news. With that they decide to go on a road trip North. They have no idea where they want to go or do. Except end up in Maine. Olivia thinks it's a spur of the moment trip. But, if you read Finding Olivia, you know Trace always has a plan somewhere up his sleeve.
I really think this trip was more about Trace. Which I LOVE !! Their trip was great. They did a bunch of awesome stuff. From singing, jumping off bridges. To hotel rooms smelling like it's had dead people in it. LOL!! They also met such awesome people. It wasn't all perfect either. There was a bunch of bumps in the road as well. Trace & Olivia never have it easy 100% of the time.
I really think this was the PERFECT way to end their story. But, I'm still very heartbroken that Micalea is ending Trace & Olivia. They really are one of MY favorite couples I've read. There was so so so much emotion in this book. One minute I'm smiling. Then, I'm laughing. Then, I'm balling my eyes out. I really love Trace. I need to find my real life Trace. The way he makes sure to tell Olivia that she's beautiful every chance he gets. I love how even though he thinks she is asleep he still tells her that he loves her.
This is a definite MUST READ !!! You will not be disappointed!
"Olivia, he whispered, "you deserve to be told your beautiful every second, of every day, because it's true."
"105 is the number that comes to my head when I think of all the years I wanna be with you. Wake up every morning with you in my bed, that's precisely what I plan to do."
"I would go to the ends of the earth for you, because I love you and when someone owns your heart, like you do mine, you don't let them get away."
"I love how," his fingers glided back over my chest, "even after all this time, you're still affected by everything I do to you."
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✯✯ 10 HUGE STARS!!!✯✯
"Our spark for life. I miss all those crazy adventures we had when we were crossing things off your list. The spontaneity, the craziness, I miss that."
Where oh where do I even start??!! I am usually pretty good at knowing exactly what to say when I'm writing a review. Let me start off with I had the honor of BETA reading this. I am so in love with Trace & Olivia!! I fell in love with them when I read Finding Olivia. But, this book doubled that love.
We start off with a wedding!!! Yes, I got all excited at 1st thinking finally Trace & Olivia are getting married. But, no it's not theirs. Remember Olivia's mom & Avery's brother hooking up. Yea, now they're getting married & they are getting ready to have a baby. CRAZY I know!!! But, yea that's where we are at.
After Olivia & Avery graduate college Trace has something up his sleeve like usual. He bring's Olivia to same spot where she gave Trace her 'Live List'. He has a whole picnic set up. He gets out his guitar starts signing & proposes to Olivia.✯sigh✯ Now, Olivia is still working at the jewelery store. But, as for Trace he still works at the garage fixing cars. But, Gramps is grooming him to take over the family business for when he retires.
Trace & Olivia get some real shitty news. With that they decide to go on a road trip North. They have no idea where they want to go or do. Except end up in Maine. Olivia thinks it's a spur of the moment trip. But, if you read Finding Olivia, you know Trace always has a plan somewhere up his sleeve.
I really think this trip was more about Trace. Which I LOVE !! Their trip was great. They did a bunch of awesome stuff. From singing, jumping off bridges. To hotel rooms smelling like it's had dead people in it. LOL!! They also met such awesome people. It wasn't all perfect either. There was a bunch of bumps in the road as well. Trace & Olivia never have it easy 100% of the time.
I really think this was the PERFECT way to end their story. But, I'm still very heartbroken that Micalea is ending Trace & Olivia. They really are one of MY favorite couples I've read. There was so so so much emotion in this book. One minute I'm smiling. Then, I'm laughing. Then, I'm balling my eyes out. I really love Trace. I need to find my real life Trace. The way he makes sure to tell Olivia that she's beautiful every chance he gets. I love how even though he thinks she is asleep he still tells her that he loves her.
This is a definite MUST READ !!! You will not be disappointed!
"Olivia, he whispered, "you deserve to be told your beautiful every second, of every day, because it's true."
"105 is the number that comes to my head when I think of all the years I wanna be with you. Wake up every morning with you in my bed, that's precisely what I plan to do."
"I would go to the ends of the earth for you, because I love you and when someone owns your heart, like you do mine, you don't let them get away."
"I love how," his fingers glided back over my chest, "even after all this time, you're still affected by everything I do to you."
December 30, 2013
If you thought Finding Olivia was good, then you haven't seen anything yet! Chasing Olivia takes you on a road trip you won't want to end! Hot characters, amazing plot, perfect ending, I cannot recommend this book and series enough! I completely adored the first book in this series, so I couldn't believe it when the author asked me if I would like to beta read this book! I was seriously happy about getting my Trace fix early ;) Beta reading this book was so awesome! The author is such an amazing writer! This book was pretty different to the first book in the series, but it was all about seeing the characters develop after what they had been through in the first book! I freaking loved it! The plot was so cute and so hot! I loved the whole idea of it with the road trip and the real reason for the road trip! There were also some seriously sad points in the plot as well that sort of make you value life that little bit more! The plot for me went at the perfect pace and there were some twists and turns to keep it interesting and to keep me wanting to read on, even though I would have read on regardless lol! The plot was a little bit different to what I was expecting, but I do like when that happens with a book and I loved that the plot of this book had me gripped, even though it wasn't very climatic! The plot wasn't supposed to be climatic though because it was about the two main characters relationship! The characters were again amazing! Olivia was again the main female character and she had grown so much since the first book! She was more at ease with herself and that was pretty amazing to see! I still connected with her brilliantly as well! Olivia in this book got to see the real value of family and that was all because of Trace! He showed her just how much family means and to treasure it while it's there! I just overall loved Olivia and her personality in this book and the first book! Trace in this book was so funny! He was still so sarcastic and so full of himself that it makes me love him even more! Plus, he still wore plaid! I mean, hello! I want a guy like Trace! Seriously! Trace also continued to push Olivia outside her comfort zone in this book, which in turn, made her grow more confident! I just adored Trace and his hotness! Trace and Olivia easily became one of my favourite book couples after reading Finding Olivia, but after reading them in this book, it sealed the deal for them being in my top five favourite book couples! They are such an amazing couple and I've loved every second of reading their story! The ending of this book was perfect! Absolutely perfect! I actually spend half an hour just sitting there crying it was that perfect lol! I'm really sad that this is the end of Trace and Olivia's story, but another character in this book, Trent, will be getting his own book and Trace and Olivia are hopefully going to make appearances in that one, so I'm excited to see how Trent's book is going to go! The cover for this book is absolutely stunning! It suits the first book's cover perfectly as well! I fell in love with it as soon as I saw it! Big thank you to Micalea for an allowing me to beta read Chasing Olivia and to Stephanie's Book Reports for having me on the Blog Tour!
December 31, 2013
Review Originally Posted at: Book Freak
I liked the first book in the Trace and Olivia Series, Finding Olivia – but the second book is indeed a charm. No first-book syndrome for this one - because I fell in love with it one chapter at a time.
Two years later, Trace and Olivia were pretty much still in love with each other but were acting more like a married old couple. Trace decided to go to a road trip to bring the spark back not just into their relationship but into their lives as well. He tells Olivia they would be heading north, but not the real reason why. This REASON had caused me my tears while reading this story. I thought I would just be laughing and smiling, and then all of a sudden, one knock, a door was opened, and boom! One heck of a surprise for Olivia, and for ME.
Olivia needed this road trip. Her mother just got married to a man two years older than her. She just graduated from college, and is torn between applying for a job and writing a book. This is one perfect opportunity for her to think, to live life before it becomes tedious and to spend time with a guy she loved most.
They knew they needed it, but never really realized how much this trip would change them both…
I must insert one more book boyfriend into my heart, there should be another space for TRACE.
He’s totally charming, his humor was greatly appreciated, he’s so naughty but in a good way, he was not shy about his emotions, I love that he sings, he’s really down to earth, he would do ANYTHING for her, he gives her so much surprises and there is just a lot of good things about him I like. This road trip is not just for Olivia but for him as well. He needed a breather, and an escape. Because just when everything falls into its proper place, a tragedy looms over his head.
I find this book more beautiful than the first one because I couldn’t keep myself from smiling. It started out to be a feel-good book – Trace and Olivia - road trip, okay… but what I didn’t expect was the surprises along the way, the people they meet that would change their lives and the people they would lose which is just heartbreaking. It was an unexpected, but it didn’t make the story less beautiful. This was one great road trip every reader would enjoy and look forward too. As for me, I couldn’t wait for Trent’s book!!
★ARC Copy was given in exchange for an honest review.★
January 1, 2014
I have completely and utterly fallen in love with Trace and Olivia. Sometimes I decide to read a book because there are characters that remind you so much of your own relationship and this book does that for me. It takes me back to when I was first dating my husband and this sense of living in the moment that we had.
We all have our good moments, our bad moments, our fun moments, our loving moments. Sometimes the every day tasks get in the way and things become a little repetitive. I like to think of it as getting comfortable in your skin around someone you live with and are dating! But that doesn't work forever.
So here is Trace and Olivia, two years into dating, living together, and in love. They have been through so much already and I truly believe that made them so much stronger. Trying times can make you or break you, and it definitely created a bond between the two of them that is solid and unbreakable.
Trace decides to take Olivia on a road trip. Olivia thinks it's to help escape the reality of what's going on at home (you will have to read the book, I am not giving it away), but while the trip will help Trace, Olivia has no clue what she is in for and how it will change her life forever.
This whole book is written so magically. It centers on the relationship between two people and how what goes on in their life affects them. It is real. Their situations are what people go though on a daily basis. There is laughter (because Trace is a smart-ass, which I love), there are tears, because life can be so much harder than we want it to be and curves are thrown our way, but most importantly there is love, because no matter what, loving someone and having them in your life will get you through anything. Love challenges you, inspires you, and makes you do the one thing that is so important: Live.
Review can be found on the blog tour stop tomorrow at: http://bawakas-bookfair.blogspot.com
We all have our good moments, our bad moments, our fun moments, our loving moments. Sometimes the every day tasks get in the way and things become a little repetitive. I like to think of it as getting comfortable in your skin around someone you live with and are dating! But that doesn't work forever.
So here is Trace and Olivia, two years into dating, living together, and in love. They have been through so much already and I truly believe that made them so much stronger. Trying times can make you or break you, and it definitely created a bond between the two of them that is solid and unbreakable.
Trace decides to take Olivia on a road trip. Olivia thinks it's to help escape the reality of what's going on at home (you will have to read the book, I am not giving it away), but while the trip will help Trace, Olivia has no clue what she is in for and how it will change her life forever.
This whole book is written so magically. It centers on the relationship between two people and how what goes on in their life affects them. It is real. Their situations are what people go though on a daily basis. There is laughter (because Trace is a smart-ass, which I love), there are tears, because life can be so much harder than we want it to be and curves are thrown our way, but most importantly there is love, because no matter what, loving someone and having them in your life will get you through anything. Love challenges you, inspires you, and makes you do the one thing that is so important: Live.
Review can be found on the blog tour stop tomorrow at: http://bawakas-bookfair.blogspot.com
January 1, 2014
First I have to tell you three things.
1- I love Trace + Olivia
2- I love Trace + Olivia
3- I love Avery and Luca ALMOST as much as I love Trace + Olivia
Oh and I can’t forget Nick and Nora- le sigh….
This book picks up after the end of Finding Olivia. It continues the love story and lives of Trace and Olivia and their friends and family.
Trace and Olivia go through many emotionally trying times- both happy and sad. They help each other to be strong and true to their hearts.
Their singing in the coffeehouse in NH- goosebumps! The playlist that goes long with this book is amazing.
The story was well- written and the characters had depth and vibrancy. The pace and flow of the story was well- timed with the possible exception of Avery’s revelation.Seemed abrupt-and while it worked with Avery’s character it was definitely an awkward part of the story.
The banter was hilarious. Between each other and friends and family was perfect.
The family and friends- of both Trace and Olivia’s- LOVE them all- an amazing supporting cast.
After three years I did wonder how Olivia could be embarrassed by anything anyone had said- but it lent comic relief-especially in some of the more intense scenes.
Overall I loved this series. The characters were in love, and worked together to get through some pretty incredible situations.
Trace was a perfectly hot and tender gentleman with a dirty mouth and an intense love and passion for Olivia and the life they were building together.
Olivia is just as wonderful. A strong woman who is able to learn to live and love without losing herself. It would have been easy to have her play the victim- but she doesn’t and all the better for the story. She could be a bit whiny at times just as he could be a little overbearing, and MS makes it work.
This was a genuine love story- with all of it twists and turns and plenty of steam.
Highly recommend this series.
Now for Trent’s story!
1- I love Trace + Olivia
2- I love Trace + Olivia
3- I love Avery and Luca ALMOST as much as I love Trace + Olivia
Oh and I can’t forget Nick and Nora- le sigh….
This book picks up after the end of Finding Olivia. It continues the love story and lives of Trace and Olivia and their friends and family.
Trace and Olivia go through many emotionally trying times- both happy and sad. They help each other to be strong and true to their hearts.
Their singing in the coffeehouse in NH- goosebumps! The playlist that goes long with this book is amazing.
The story was well- written and the characters had depth and vibrancy. The pace and flow of the story was well- timed with the possible exception of Avery’s revelation.Seemed abrupt-and while it worked with Avery’s character it was definitely an awkward part of the story.
The banter was hilarious. Between each other and friends and family was perfect.
The family and friends- of both Trace and Olivia’s- LOVE them all- an amazing supporting cast.
After three years I did wonder how Olivia could be embarrassed by anything anyone had said- but it lent comic relief-especially in some of the more intense scenes.
Overall I loved this series. The characters were in love, and worked together to get through some pretty incredible situations.
Trace was a perfectly hot and tender gentleman with a dirty mouth and an intense love and passion for Olivia and the life they were building together.
Olivia is just as wonderful. A strong woman who is able to learn to live and love without losing herself. It would have been easy to have her play the victim- but she doesn’t and all the better for the story. She could be a bit whiny at times just as he could be a little overbearing, and MS makes it work.
This was a genuine love story- with all of it twists and turns and plenty of steam.
Highly recommend this series.
Now for Trent’s story!
January 24, 2014
I love a book that makes me feel good and I can't put down. I had that happen with Finding Olivia- the first book in the series- and Chasing Olivia did not disappoint. It has the same chemistry that I loved with the first book, with a little added drama just to suck you in and keep you interested.
The book starts out 2 years after Finding Olivia ended. We start out at the wedding of her mom and her best friends brother (yep Nick and Nora). Her mom is pregnant and is taking a huge leap of faith marrying a much young man. Trace and Olivia are still living together and we find out that Olivia is still feeling the effects of her "dad's" attack. Trace has been there through the think and thin and is ready for a future. After finding out that Gramps (Trace's grandfather) is dying, Trace needs to get away and suggests a road trip with Olivia. They need to get away from it all and get back in touch with their relationship. Along the way they have many adventures and run into some interesting characters (of course I am not going to tell you because I am not one to ruin a good book for anyone). What I love is that they find themselves along the way, the REAL them. The person that they may not have even known was there.
Of course, we get Avery and Luca in this book too! The fun loving, screwed up best friends/couple that will make you laugh one minute and make you cry the next. That is the thing about both of the Olivia books that I loved. The characters are ones that you WANT to get to know. You just can't help it. Michaela is so good and roping you in to make you feel what they are feeling. I am not one to cry in a book, it just don't happen since I read so much. I have seen it all. I will say that she got me with this book. It was not a bad cry per say, but a cry none the less.
The next book will be about Trent, Trace's brother and I can't wait. I am sure we will love him just as much as Olivia and Trace.
The book starts out 2 years after Finding Olivia ended. We start out at the wedding of her mom and her best friends brother (yep Nick and Nora). Her mom is pregnant and is taking a huge leap of faith marrying a much young man. Trace and Olivia are still living together and we find out that Olivia is still feeling the effects of her "dad's" attack. Trace has been there through the think and thin and is ready for a future. After finding out that Gramps (Trace's grandfather) is dying, Trace needs to get away and suggests a road trip with Olivia. They need to get away from it all and get back in touch with their relationship. Along the way they have many adventures and run into some interesting characters (of course I am not going to tell you because I am not one to ruin a good book for anyone). What I love is that they find themselves along the way, the REAL them. The person that they may not have even known was there.
Of course, we get Avery and Luca in this book too! The fun loving, screwed up best friends/couple that will make you laugh one minute and make you cry the next. That is the thing about both of the Olivia books that I loved. The characters are ones that you WANT to get to know. You just can't help it. Michaela is so good and roping you in to make you feel what they are feeling. I am not one to cry in a book, it just don't happen since I read so much. I have seen it all. I will say that she got me with this book. It was not a bad cry per say, but a cry none the less.
The next book will be about Trent, Trace's brother and I can't wait. I am sure we will love him just as much as Olivia and Trace.
January 3, 2014
I AM SO FREAKING HAPPY THAT I DECIDED TO READ THIS BOOK! TO BE HONEST, WHAT DREW ME IN, WAS THE STUNNING COVER! ISN'T IT PHENOMENAL??!!??? I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THE FIRST NOVEL, "FINDING OLIVIA" AND I WAS SO ANXIOUS TO READ THIS ONE. THE STORY STARTS OFF TWO YEARS AFTER THE END OF THE FIRST NOVEL. OLIVIA AND TRACE ARE STILL IN LOVE AND ARE LIVING TOGETHER IN HIS APARTMENT ABOVE THE GARAGE. EVERYTHING IS PERFECTLY NORMAL, NO DRAMA, NO EXCITEMENT; JUST "NORMAL". TRACE WANTS OLIVIA TO GET THAT SPECIAL "SPARK" BACK IN HER LIFE, SO HE TAKES HER ON AN ADVENTURE UP NORTH, AND SHOWS HER SHE CAN NOT ONLY FIND HERSELF BUT FINALLY "CHASE" HER DREAMS.
THE LOVE BETWEEN TRACE AND OLIVIA IS SO REAL AND HEARTWARMING, I JUST MELTED. GAWD, I FREAKIN LOVE TRACE SO MUCH..YES, PLAID AND ALL! I DON'T CARE WHAT COLOR PLAID HE WEARS..IT IS HELLA SEXY!!! WHEWW!! AND DON'T FORGET THE FACIAL "SCRUFF" HE IS ALWAYS ROCKING!!! HOT DAMN!!!! TRACE IS THE ULTIMATE BOOK BOYFRIEND. HE IS SEXY, SMART, GENEROUS, STRONG, MODEST, FLIRTY, I BET HE SMELLS DAMN GOOD, AND HE CAN COOK AND SING!! YES, I WANT HIM! CAN YOU TELL?? LOL
I THINK OLIVIA GREW SO MUCH IN THIS STORY. HER LIFE CHANGED DRASTICALLY AND SHE HANDLES IT SO WELL AND I ADMIRE HER COURAGE FOR ALWAYS STRIVING TO FOLLOW HER HEART AND ACHIEVE HER DREAMS. I READ THIS BOOK IN A FEW HOURS AND I CANNOT WAIT TO READ THE NEXT BOOK IN THE SERIES. OOHHHH BRING IT ON!
THE LOVE BETWEEN TRACE AND OLIVIA IS SO REAL AND HEARTWARMING, I JUST MELTED. GAWD, I FREAKIN LOVE TRACE SO MUCH..YES, PLAID AND ALL! I DON'T CARE WHAT COLOR PLAID HE WEARS..IT IS HELLA SEXY!!! WHEWW!! AND DON'T FORGET THE FACIAL "SCRUFF" HE IS ALWAYS ROCKING!!! HOT DAMN!!!! TRACE IS THE ULTIMATE BOOK BOYFRIEND. HE IS SEXY, SMART, GENEROUS, STRONG, MODEST, FLIRTY, I BET HE SMELLS DAMN GOOD, AND HE CAN COOK AND SING!! YES, I WANT HIM! CAN YOU TELL?? LOL
I THINK OLIVIA GREW SO MUCH IN THIS STORY. HER LIFE CHANGED DRASTICALLY AND SHE HANDLES IT SO WELL AND I ADMIRE HER COURAGE FOR ALWAYS STRIVING TO FOLLOW HER HEART AND ACHIEVE HER DREAMS. I READ THIS BOOK IN A FEW HOURS AND I CANNOT WAIT TO READ THE NEXT BOOK IN THE SERIES. OOHHHH BRING IT ON!
December 18, 2013
Oh my Luke, I mean Trace (a joke between the author and I) "he smirked. "Are you thinking about the three orgasms I gave you this morning?" I mean Trace he's a dedicated man, "he chuckled. "I have your name close to my junk, so you're taken my man-hood," he reasoned." He still acts like a playful little kid, "fine," he said as I stood. "But make it snappy, woman," he smacked my butt." The man this time around is seriously horny as ever I mean he jokes about sex, loves having sex, and Olivia the poor girl just can't get a break, I mean with a man like Luke who in the hell would want one? "You're beautiful, Olivia. Don't ever doubt that. Besides, if anyone starts staring at you, I'll take care of it. You're mine," he growled huskily, nibbling on my earlobe, "and I'll make sure they know it." He skimmed his nose along my neck and murmured, "Your boobs look really good in this." Yep way to ruin a moment Trace-y boy! GOD DAMN, I WANT LUCA AND AVERY'S STORY SO DAMN BAD!
July 28, 2016
Lovely book. I'm always a fan of happy-ever-afters. When do I get to meet my Trace?! Damn! (Cue in: Where Are You by Natalie ft. Justin Roman)
That guy's too good to be true! He's way tooooo romantic, and you can really feel his love for Olivia!
To Micalea Smeltzer:
for sharing Trace and Olivia's love story with us. Looking forward for more stories! :)
The real reason behind the 'road trip' was really unexpected. Got me there :)
That guy's too good to be true! He's way tooooo romantic, and you can really feel his love for Olivia!
To Micalea Smeltzer:
for sharing Trace and Olivia's love story with us. Looking forward for more stories! :)
The real reason behind the 'road trip' was really unexpected. Got me there :)
January 2, 2014
I really loved reading Trace and Olivia's story in Finding Olivia, so naturally I was excited when I found out about Chasing Olivia. I couldn't wait to get my hands on it!
It turns out that I loved this book almost as much as Finding Olivia! It was a fun read. Olivia grew so much since then and it was fun to see the woman she had become.
The plot was a little weak, but the writing more than made up for it. They went on a road trip to get their spark back, but it was very clear they never even lost it to begin with. Other than a few hiccups, the story was well written and the characters were fantastic.
I heart me some Trace! He's so sweet!!! BTW
This book gets five glittery stars because as usual, Micalea delivers a wonderful read.
It turns out that I loved this book almost as much as Finding Olivia! It was a fun read. Olivia grew so much since then and it was fun to see the woman she had become.
The plot was a little weak, but the writing more than made up for it. They went on a road trip to get their spark back, but it was very clear they never even lost it to begin with. Other than a few hiccups, the story was well written and the characters were fantastic.
I heart me some Trace! He's so sweet!!! BTW
This book gets five glittery stars because as usual, Micalea delivers a wonderful read.
October 8, 2014
I didn't think I could love Trace more than in the 1st book but I was so wrong, he is just .... just damn perfect. This book picks up two years later and Olivia and Trace are living together, in love and planning their future together. The little things he does for her are just so ...... just so perfect. Their are still difficult times ahead but they are such a solid couple and they get through them together. This is a fantastic story beautiful written and a perfect finale to this fantastic couple.
November 3, 2014
Loved the conclusion of Olivia & Trace's story. What a roller coaster of emotions I had during this book. You definitely need tissues. This was such a beautifully written book. It flowed nicely & it kept me turning the pages. Yes there were plenty of tears but l did laugh. Enjoyed the steamier parts & the relationship that Trace & Olivia had. Loved all the other characters in this book especially Avery. She had me in tears from laughing. Happy we found out what was going on with her. Looking forward to reading Trent's story. Great series & will continue with it.
December 31, 2013
Chasing Olivia is the perfect conclusion to Trace and Olivia´s story.
This story is so wonderful that I was blown away. It is so irresistible that once you start reading it, you simply can´t stop until you finish it.
Love this series so much and I can´t recommend it high enough.
≧◔◡◔≦ 5 ✰ read ≧◉◡◉≦
>>>ARC received in exchange for an honest review<<<
This story is so wonderful that I was blown away. It is so irresistible that once you start reading it, you simply can´t stop until you finish it.
Love this series so much and I can´t recommend it high enough.
≧◔◡◔≦ 5 ✰ read ≧◉◡◉≦
>>>ARC received in exchange for an honest review<<<
December 27, 2013
I fell in love with these characters in Finding Olivia and if it's possible, I love them even more now. And I think I'm going to follow their example and make 2014 the year that I really LIVE. I'm going to try new things and just try to enjoy what life has to offer.
January 11, 2014
Wow!! What a ending to a series. I love these characters so much and I have enjoyed reading about their journey. The ending to this story was so perfect but I'm still sad that it's the last time I'll get to read about Trace & Olivia.
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