Award-winning songstress, Archer Hall Santana feels like her life is imploding around her. Her high-profile marriage is ending, her career is on a crash and burn, and an unlikely betrayal proves there is no one in her corner. Archer is weary of pretending all is well when everything feels broken. Unable to bear any more heartache she is ready to put an end to it all and suffer the consequences of her actions. But life deals her a second chance when renowned filmmaker, Sinclair Cooper agrees to tell her story, promising to detail every dirty truth that had been previously hidden from the world. Sinclair isn’t known for holding back and going the extra yard to unearth Archer’s dirt proves to be enlightening and forces him to revisit his own ghosts. He can’t explain his attraction to the young woman whose lifestyle is completely at odds with his own. But everything about Archer suddenly has him vying to be her happily ever after.
For Deborah Fletcher Mello, writing is as necessary as breathing and she firmly believes that if she could not write she would cease to exist. Her first novel, TAKE ME TO HEART, earned her a 2004 Romance Slam Jam nomination for Best New Author. In 2005 she received Book of the Year and Favorite Heroine nominations for her novel THE RIGHT SIDE OF LOVE. In 2008, Deborah won the Romantic Times Reviewers Choice award for Best Series Romance for her ninth novel, TAME A WILD STALLION.
A true renaissance woman, Deborah's many career paths have included working as a retail buyer and size model for a national women's clothing chain, a finance manager for a well-known beverage organization, a sales manager for an infamous candy company, a telecommunications administrator and corporate trainer for a hotel-owning company, an art gallery director for a world-renowned artist, and an administrative consultant for multiple organizations throughout the United States. Deborah is also a licensed real estate broker and general building contractor.
Born and raised in Connecticut, Deborah maintains base camp in North Carolina but considers home to be wherever the moment moves her.
All you need is that one person who understands! Sinclair was just what the doctor ordered without a prescription! Arch was in need of some respite care from a life filled with drama at every turn. Sinclair had the rest she needed, the trust and love in one place away from the crowd. This story was short and covered topics without leaving the reader wondering! Nice and tight just like I like a good snack that satisfies!!!
Arch is a love story that is beautiful through and through, from the cover to the last page. Archer Hall Santana (Arch) is an award-winning singer, who on the surface, seems to have it going on but deep down she is hurting and drowning in the darkness and loneliness that haunts her to the core of her soul. She meets Sinclair Cooper (Sin), who is shooting a documentary to tell her story. In telling her story, he sees beyond the glamour and lights. He sees her hurt and pain. Feeling a connection and a linking to his past, Sin feels he must help Arch. He is determined to aid her in facing her inner demons while pulling her inner being and beauty to the forefront.
Sinclair is fine and sexy, mixed with just enough weakness and vulnerability, that his strength and love balance out what they share. He is just what Arch needs to help find her happy place, believe in herself and desire to want her soul and heart to be set free. She yearns for the truth of who she is and a sense of freedom but is unsure how to do it without ending it all. With Sin, he gives her the freedom to be; not whom others think she is or should be but to be her authentic self. They both find security in each other and a trust that allows them to share their deep and most hidden secrets that leads to a growing bond that is fireworks.
Deborah Fletcher Mello does a wonderful job connecting you with the characters. Arch is written in such a way that the characters are real and relatable, touching on subject matters that are thought to be sensitive by some. She brings awareness to these issues in such a beautiful and breathtaking way, which has you rooting for Archer, life, and true unconditional love. Throughout Arch, she gives you a front and center picture that leaves you with no choice but to turn the page in want of more. I absolutely love Archer and Sinclair’s story. This is one short story that I did not want to end!
Award-winning (songstress), Archer Hall Santana feels like her life is imploding around her. Her high-profile marriage is ending because her husband slept with her mom, and this an unlikely betrayal proves there is no one in her corner. Archer is weary of pretending all is well when everything feels broken. Unable to bear any more heartache she is ready to put an end to it all and suffer the consequences of her actions. But life deals her a second chance when renowned (filmmaker), Sinclair Cooper has agreed to tell her story, promising to detail every dirty truth that had been previously hidden from the world. Sinclair isn’t known for holding back and going the extra yard to unearth Archer’s dirt proves to be enlightening and forces him to revisit his own ghosts. The trauma he experienced at his mother’s hands. He can’t explain his attraction to the young woman whose lifestyle is completely at odds with his own. But everything about Archer suddenly has him vying to be her happily ever after.
I loved this story. A coming of age story but also taking control of your own destiny is the themes. Two beautiful people getting to know each other at the same time while conquering demons. Arch and Sin were beautiful and made for one another. I can see a possible spinoff or two from this but don't forget to pick up this book and give it a read. Ms Deborah's books do not disappoint.
Awesome love story, the only draw back is just it was a such a short story. Wanted more pages to read. Deborah is such a awesome writing. Love her work. Never disappointed when reading any of her books. Glad to know that there is another book on the way. Archer and Sinclair are really great together.
This book is about two souls and hearts that have been damaged and abused but through it all they find a love and passion that is beautiful and pure. Arch has to find a her way to a self that she has never known. Sin helps her become who she wants to be. Passionate, strong and loving characters and an exciting story! Loved it!!
A bad child hood can lead to both a successful professional and personal life. You need the right people and the right help to achieve success personally. Great short story. Like several other authors, I own all of Mello's works. I love her writing style, the little bits of everyday reality and some comedic expressions in her works.
I am not normally a short story reader, but Wow Arch was great. From the first scene Ms Mello draws you into something unexpected in a romance story. Was Arch what Sin needed or was Sin what Arch needed...No spoilers......Bravo Deborah Mello
This book had me spelled bound. I couldn't put it down. What a great love story. I wanted more, but I was okay with the ending. It would be nice for a book two. Just a thought
Excellent novella by Deborah Fletcher Mello. From the beginning I sensed that Sin and Arch were kindred spirits. While he's gathering information to tell her story, it forces him to deal with his own demons. This was enlightening and sensual, loved it!
Excellent story. Beautiful cover. Music, love, drama, past hurt, pain, forgiveness was the theme. Definitely enjoyed it. I am looking forward to the next story in this series.
This book was so awesome from beginning to end!! I was rooting for Archer from the beginning! Deborah Fletcher Mello has done it again!! This is a must read!!
I enjoyed this short love story. Archer and Sinclair are a perfect match for each other. This is a must read for all. I give this a true thumbs up, great writing Deborah Mello.
I have always enjoyed ALL of author, Deborah Mello's books!!! This was unlike any other. She gave us the downside, then she showed us how love ruled in favor for Arch and Sinclair. Truly a none-stopper reader.
Great short read I love it the Love that brought Archer and Sinclair together . No matter what you are going thought . There is someone just for you !!!!!