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Doomsday Preppers #1
Sky's the Limit
Tired of waiting for her big break in the fashion industry, Sky Gonzalez, eternal part-time student and overworked retail drone, quits her job, sublets her New York apartment, and embarks on a semester abroad study program in Paris. Paris! Time to throw caution to the winds and jump-start her dreams. What’s the worst that could happen? How about getting sent to the wrong Paris? As in Paris-frigging-Minnesota? Bye-bye career dreams. Bye-bye glamour and haute couture. Hello flannel shirts, mind-numbing cold, zero bars on the cell phone, and socially challenged mountain men with tons of unruly facial hair. So yeah, let the truck barreling her way hit her, please. Less painful. Logan should have dodged the little lost waif and kept on driving. Who in their right mind walked in the middle of the road, dressed in white from head to high heels, during a snowstorm? Clueless city girls, that's who. Sky is all that Logan has gladly left stylish, cosmopolitan, and a massive pain in the butt. He wouldn’t trade a single day in his quirky little corner of the woods for all the high-maintenance beauties the city can offer. Too bad this beauty has been deemed a health hazard and quarantined in his house. Damn his doomsday-prepper neighbors and their paranoid emergency protocols. Now he has to keep Sky in and the pandemic squad out until the roads are clear. The question is, will that happen before or after Sky realizes she's under house arrest? Ah, the best-laid plans...
350 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 16, 2018
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About the author
Elle Aycart
16 books1,885 followersAfter a colorful array of jobs all over Europe ranging from translator to chocolatier to travel agent to sushi chef to flight dispatcher, Elle Aycart is certain of one thing and one thing only: aside from writing romances, she has abso-frigging-lutely no clue what she wants to do when she grows up. Not that it stops her from trying all sorts of crazy stuff. While she is probably now thinking of a new profession, her head never stops churning new plots for her romances. She lives currently in Barcelona, Spain, with her husband and two daughters, although who knows, in no time she could be living at the Arctic Circle in Finland, breeding reindeer.
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January 8, 2018DNF at 50%
This book started off really great. It was funny. It had quirky side characters. The two main characters were very likable. I thought for sure I had 4 or 5 Star read in my hands. But after two solid hours of reading, I was ONLY at 27% and bored. NOTHING was happening. It was SO DAMN WORDY. I stuck it out for ANOTHER two hours, but it wasn't getting any better.
This had the potential to be so very good had the author done away with a lot of the unnecessary details. For instance, I didn't really need three pages devoted to how to make homemade lip balm. Or pages of makeup tips. In any case, this is just my two cents, and I am sure many many people will love this one.
This book started off really great. It was funny. It had quirky side characters. The two main characters were very likable. I thought for sure I had 4 or 5 Star read in my hands. But after two solid hours of reading, I was ONLY at 27% and bored. NOTHING was happening. It was SO DAMN WORDY. I stuck it out for ANOTHER two hours, but it wasn't getting any better.
This had the potential to be so very good had the author done away with a lot of the unnecessary details. For instance, I didn't really need three pages devoted to how to make homemade lip balm. Or pages of makeup tips. In any case, this is just my two cents, and I am sure many many people will love this one.
January 11, 2018
5 - "You aren't from anywhere around here, are you..?" Stars!
One thing you can guarantee with a read from Elle Aycart is that it’s going to be nothing like you have ever read before, and once again she delivers that with Sky’s the Limit.
I cannot say enough positive things about Sky and Logan’s story, it is literally like nothing I have ever read before, from that start where Sky finds herself stranded in the town of no-name with a nasty case of the flu, which brings the neighbors calling dressed in some really unique outfits.
Somewhere in the back on beyond, Minnesota.
The building of the relationship between her and Logan, a bearded hottie with a dry wit, dirty mouth and heart of gold. Arnie, her emotional support dog, the size of a small bear, who refuses to climb stairs. And let’s not forget the whole prepper side to the story. Seriously there were points I was laughing so hard I had to stop reading to gather myself together again.
This book had a bit of everything in it, and lot of stuff I hadn’t even anticipated. Lots of secondary characters pad it out nicely, and it’s good to note that the author has stories for a few of them in the pipeline. This is a series that have the potential to run and run, when you take into account all the weird and wonderful people that are already introduced, and just how much quirkier it could get with the addition of more like minded characters as the series progresses.
"I know you were kinky… Bearded men always are."
Have no fear, Elle as always delivers on the sexy-times, and after more than a few false (and usually comical) starts, this couple literally burn up pretty much every wall, surface and storage container they can get some alone time in.
"There are so many things I want to do to you, so many ways I want to fuck you, you won’t be able to walk properly for a week after I get my hands on you…"
The delay in their coming together was definitely gratifying when it happened!
"There’s something about being ravished that works for me…"
Another absolute winner for me, a great start to what I hope will be a series that I will revisit again and again in the years to come.
ARC generously provided by the author, and it was my pleasure to provide the above honest review in exchange.
One thing you can guarantee with a read from Elle Aycart is that it’s going to be nothing like you have ever read before, and once again she delivers that with Sky’s the Limit.
I cannot say enough positive things about Sky and Logan’s story, it is literally like nothing I have ever read before, from that start where Sky finds herself stranded in the town of no-name with a nasty case of the flu, which brings the neighbors calling dressed in some really unique outfits.
Somewhere in the back on beyond, Minnesota.
The building of the relationship between her and Logan, a bearded hottie with a dry wit, dirty mouth and heart of gold. Arnie, her emotional support dog, the size of a small bear, who refuses to climb stairs. And let’s not forget the whole prepper side to the story. Seriously there were points I was laughing so hard I had to stop reading to gather myself together again.
This book had a bit of everything in it, and lot of stuff I hadn’t even anticipated. Lots of secondary characters pad it out nicely, and it’s good to note that the author has stories for a few of them in the pipeline. This is a series that have the potential to run and run, when you take into account all the weird and wonderful people that are already introduced, and just how much quirkier it could get with the addition of more like minded characters as the series progresses.
"I know you were kinky… Bearded men always are."
Have no fear, Elle as always delivers on the sexy-times, and after more than a few false (and usually comical) starts, this couple literally burn up pretty much every wall, surface and storage container they can get some alone time in.
"There are so many things I want to do to you, so many ways I want to fuck you, you won’t be able to walk properly for a week after I get my hands on you…"
The delay in their coming together was definitely gratifying when it happened!
"There’s something about being ravished that works for me…"
Another absolute winner for me, a great start to what I hope will be a series that I will revisit again and again in the years to come.
ARC generously provided by the author, and it was my pleasure to provide the above honest review in exchange.
January 15, 2018
What a fabulous way to pop my Elle Aycart cherry! Beards, brains and bunkers—three words I never thought I’d say together but that’s just a smattering of what you can expect from a story that’s smart, hilarious and brings some verra sexy shenanigans between a couple who are seemingly complete opposites.
On the surface the scenario has been done before—naïve city girl, stranded in her heels in a snowstorm and rescued by a gruff brooding man. And you will never hear any complaints from me when it comes to that, but that’s where commonplace ends as we soon discover that Sky is no damsel.
The city girl can hillbilly it with the best of them.”
Logan is very much the bearded god amidst a town-full of nutty residents, a man who has perfected dirty talk and sarcastic wit and whose brain is one of his sexiest attributes. And this was where the initial slower burning start really came into play in creating lots of delicious build-up and banter between him and Sky whilst also giving us the chance to really get to know every part of them.
Don’t you find it a bit ironic that you have a hazmat suit, but you don’t have a measly condom?”
With additional humour coming courtesy of lively bunch of secondary characters who are as mad as a box of frogs, along with Sky’s dog, Arnie, who isn’t without his own little quirks and foibles, and more serious moments between our couple which pull harder on your heart, Sky’s the Limit is a fantastic opener to a series that has a huge amount of potential. A keeper which I highly recommend.
I knew you were kinky. Bearded men always are.”
Copy received courtesy of Ardent Prose PR for an honest and unbiased opinion.
On the surface the scenario has been done before—naïve city girl, stranded in her heels in a snowstorm and rescued by a gruff brooding man. And you will never hear any complaints from me when it comes to that, but that’s where commonplace ends as we soon discover that Sky is no damsel.
The city girl can hillbilly it with the best of them.”
Logan is very much the bearded god amidst a town-full of nutty residents, a man who has perfected dirty talk and sarcastic wit and whose brain is one of his sexiest attributes. And this was where the initial slower burning start really came into play in creating lots of delicious build-up and banter between him and Sky whilst also giving us the chance to really get to know every part of them.
Don’t you find it a bit ironic that you have a hazmat suit, but you don’t have a measly condom?”
With additional humour coming courtesy of lively bunch of secondary characters who are as mad as a box of frogs, along with Sky’s dog, Arnie, who isn’t without his own little quirks and foibles, and more serious moments between our couple which pull harder on your heart, Sky’s the Limit is a fantastic opener to a series that has a huge amount of potential. A keeper which I highly recommend.
I knew you were kinky. Bearded men always are.”
Copy received courtesy of Ardent Prose PR for an honest and unbiased opinion.
February 14, 2018
4 Doomsday Stars
After realizing that her new job was not in Paris (France) but instead in snowy Paris (Minnesota), Sky finds herself in the middle of a snow blizzard with a non-cooperative car. Not the best day to be dressed in white, probably. Enters Logan, chemist and ex-CEO of a pharmaceutical company who left NY behind to open a biologically sustainable mushrooms farm, on a small town filled with Doomsday Preppers whose craziness it’s proportional to their preparation for the world’s collapse. (So, a lot.)
He rescues Sky from the blizzard and offers her a place to stay until she has to start her new job, but between insane neighbors, a possessive dog and YouTube beauty videos, temporary starts to look less appealing for them every day.
This was a sexy and sweet romance by Elle Aycart, that once again manage to create a whole scenario full of insane people you can’t help but fall in love with. It has a slow start and a takes a bit to get to “full steam”, and some of the trust issues present in the book weren’t amazing for me, but there are some great background stories on other characters, some truly hilarious moments, there’s a dog and a solid romance story. If you’re a fan of the author you are going to like this book.
Rating: 4 Stars
Characters Development: Sky was a nice girl, with some quirkiness, but honest and with a nice dog, so that’s pretty much enough in my book. Logan is your possessive and sexy alpha with a really sweet side. He had some trust issues that didn’t show him in his best light, but other than that a really nice hero. His sister, Megan, was great, and as always Ellle Aycart managed to create a whole town of hilarious and brilliant supportive characters. I do hope to read some of their stories in the future.
Steam: Hot.
Triggers:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
After realizing that her new job was not in Paris (France) but instead in snowy Paris (Minnesota), Sky finds herself in the middle of a snow blizzard with a non-cooperative car. Not the best day to be dressed in white, probably. Enters Logan, chemist and ex-CEO of a pharmaceutical company who left NY behind to open a biologically sustainable mushrooms farm, on a small town filled with Doomsday Preppers whose craziness it’s proportional to their preparation for the world’s collapse. (So, a lot.)
He rescues Sky from the blizzard and offers her a place to stay until she has to start her new job, but between insane neighbors, a possessive dog and YouTube beauty videos, temporary starts to look less appealing for them every day.
This was a sexy and sweet romance by Elle Aycart, that once again manage to create a whole scenario full of insane people you can’t help but fall in love with. It has a slow start and a takes a bit to get to “full steam”, and some of the trust issues present in the book weren’t amazing for me, but there are some great background stories on other characters, some truly hilarious moments, there’s a dog and a solid romance story. If you’re a fan of the author you are going to like this book.
Rating: 4 Stars
Characters Development: Sky was a nice girl, with some quirkiness, but honest and with a nice dog, so that’s pretty much enough in my book. Logan is your possessive and sexy alpha with a really sweet side. He had some trust issues that didn’t show him in his best light, but other than that a really nice hero. His sister, Megan, was great, and as always Ellle Aycart managed to create a whole town of hilarious and brilliant supportive characters. I do hope to read some of their stories in the future.
Steam: Hot.
Triggers:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
January 16, 2018
4.75 ‘All Prepped Up’ Stars
Hilarious, Steamy and absolutely brilliant! Elle Aycart in all her writing splendor!
Yep, that’s right, Elle Aycart did it again with this fantastic ‘Fashion Diva in Prepperland’ making me fall , hook, line and sinker for this quirky and amazing characters!
Sky, a true city-girl, like myself, ends up in the middle of No Name – that’s no typo, you guys – and nothing in the world could have prepared her for her rescuer, the very definition of mountain man, Logan. Even less when she realizes all post-apocalyptic OTT preparation going on around her! IT WAS HILARIOUS!
Sky’s The Limit really is a RomCom masterpiece! With PLENTY of sexy times and enough emotional and deep moments to touch our hearts, I couldn’t have asked for a better start for Elle Aycart’s brand new and SO promising series. I can’t wait to hear even more about this crazy gang! <3 <3 <3 <3 <3
Full review to follow...
Ps. You need to get to pre-order this baby STAT! You’ll thank me as soon as this preppers hits your kindle, believe me! Specially the not-really-prepper-but-still-reclusive hot bearded Logan!
ARC kindly provided by the author via ArdentProse for an honest review
Hilarious, Steamy and absolutely brilliant! Elle Aycart in all her writing splendor!
Yep, that’s right, Elle Aycart did it again with this fantastic ‘Fashion Diva in Prepperland’ making me fall , hook, line and sinker for this quirky and amazing characters!
Sky, a true city-girl, like myself, ends up in the middle of No Name – that’s no typo, you guys – and nothing in the world could have prepared her for her rescuer, the very definition of mountain man, Logan. Even less when she realizes all post-apocalyptic OTT preparation going on around her! IT WAS HILARIOUS!
Sky’s The Limit really is a RomCom masterpiece! With PLENTY of sexy times and enough emotional and deep moments to touch our hearts, I couldn’t have asked for a better start for Elle Aycart’s brand new and SO promising series. I can’t wait to hear even more about this crazy gang! <3 <3 <3 <3 <3
Full review to follow...
Ps. You need to get to pre-order this baby STAT! You’ll thank me as soon as this preppers hits your kindle, believe me! Specially the not-really-prepper-but-still-reclusive hot bearded Logan!
ARC kindly provided by the author via ArdentProse for an honest review
January 18, 2018
3.5 STARS
Sky's The Limit was a quirky, cute and sweet romance with just the right amount of sizzle and plenty of laughs. It was nothing like I expected and a total step away from what I'm used to from this author, but an entertaining and satisfying read nonetheless.
A paperwork error switching Sky Gonzalez's Paris, France internship to Paris, Minnesota is bad enough. But then her car breaks down in the middle of No Name, Minnesota in a snow storm and lands her smack dab into survivalist territory. Meeting a bunch of kooky people prepping for the end of the world is one thing. But living amongst them as she tries to figure out her next step? Well that's a whole different thing entirely.
Enter bearded sexy guy that offers her a solution to her problems by allowing her to crash at his house. But how can she trust a man that the locals refer to as the Alchemist? And the inconvenient attraction between them certainly doesn't help matters.
This was a slow paced, character driven story that admittedly didn't keep me riveted to the pages. Don't get me wrong, it was cute and entertaining, but it also wasn't something I had a problem putting down. I enjoyed the kooky side characters and the even kookier town. I enjoyed the slow burn romance between Sky and Logan. I even found myself googling all the beauty hacks Sky had up her sleeve throughout the story. Logan was an equal amount of sweet and sexy. He's definitely got his share of baggage courtesy of his pretentious ex wife, but he was still the perfect amount of swoony.
While I can't say this was my favorite book from the author, it was definitely intriguing enough to have me read the rest of the series. If you're looking for something different, light hearted, and with plenty of bearded sizzle, definitely pick this one up.
ARC courtesy of author in exchange for an honest review
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I knew you were kinky. Bearded men always are.”
Sky's The Limit was a quirky, cute and sweet romance with just the right amount of sizzle and plenty of laughs. It was nothing like I expected and a total step away from what I'm used to from this author, but an entertaining and satisfying read nonetheless.
A paperwork error switching Sky Gonzalez's Paris, France internship to Paris, Minnesota is bad enough. But then her car breaks down in the middle of No Name, Minnesota in a snow storm and lands her smack dab into survivalist territory. Meeting a bunch of kooky people prepping for the end of the world is one thing. But living amongst them as she tries to figure out her next step? Well that's a whole different thing entirely.
Enter bearded sexy guy that offers her a solution to her problems by allowing her to crash at his house. But how can she trust a man that the locals refer to as the Alchemist? And the inconvenient attraction between them certainly doesn't help matters.
This was a slow paced, character driven story that admittedly didn't keep me riveted to the pages. Don't get me wrong, it was cute and entertaining, but it also wasn't something I had a problem putting down. I enjoyed the kooky side characters and the even kookier town. I enjoyed the slow burn romance between Sky and Logan. I even found myself googling all the beauty hacks Sky had up her sleeve throughout the story. Logan was an equal amount of sweet and sexy. He's definitely got his share of baggage courtesy of his pretentious ex wife, but he was still the perfect amount of swoony.
While I can't say this was my favorite book from the author, it was definitely intriguing enough to have me read the rest of the series. If you're looking for something different, light hearted, and with plenty of bearded sizzle, definitely pick this one up.
ARC courtesy of author in exchange for an honest review
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July 1, 2019
4.5 stars. Shades of Stars Hallow!! A quirky town, a neurotic dog, a city girl, a scruffy chemist and some super sexy times make for one enjoyable story.
January 7, 2018
“Can’t wait to have you. There are so many things I want to do to you, so many ways I want to fuck you, you won’t be able to walk properly for a week after I get my hands on you.”
Well, if the cover to this book doesn’t suck you in, I don’t know what will!
SKY’S THE LIMIT, book #1 in Elle Aycart’s brand new Doomsday Preppers Series was absolutely DELIGHTFUL! That might just be too tame of a word for it, but it’s the first thing that came to mind once I turned the very last page. It was also ridiculously funny, incredibly sexy, and overwhelmingly entertaining! I couldn’t have asked for a better start to a Romantic Comedy series.
Sky Gonzalez is quite the heroine. We don’t get the best impression of her at the beginning, but as the story went on, she became more and more endearing to me. Logan Nolting on the other hand, captivated me from the very start - my ultimate hero! Bearded, brawny, gruff - and deep down, a damn pussy cat. I loved him right away! I loved his first reaction to Sky and then as the story continued, I loved how he warmed up to her and understood her and then of course, started to fall for the sassy woman. Together, these two made quite the match, but it worked and it worked HARD!
Sky and Logan aren’t the only characters that you get to fall in love with. This whole world that Elle has created in NoName, Minnesota is spectacular! From hazmat suits, to ancient deviled eggs, to underground bunkers full of condoms - you all are in for quite the comedic thrill-ride. Elle has created a world that I so desperately want to be a part of. I can’t wait for everyone to experience this amazing romantic comedy. It is sure to bring smiles to the faces of romance readers everywhere!
I’m not sure what’s next for this series but I can tell you that there is some definite tension between two residents of NoName, that I so desperately want to learn more about.
Well, if the cover to this book doesn’t suck you in, I don’t know what will!
SKY’S THE LIMIT, book #1 in Elle Aycart’s brand new Doomsday Preppers Series was absolutely DELIGHTFUL! That might just be too tame of a word for it, but it’s the first thing that came to mind once I turned the very last page. It was also ridiculously funny, incredibly sexy, and overwhelmingly entertaining! I couldn’t have asked for a better start to a Romantic Comedy series.
Sky Gonzalez is quite the heroine. We don’t get the best impression of her at the beginning, but as the story went on, she became more and more endearing to me. Logan Nolting on the other hand, captivated me from the very start - my ultimate hero! Bearded, brawny, gruff - and deep down, a damn pussy cat. I loved him right away! I loved his first reaction to Sky and then as the story continued, I loved how he warmed up to her and understood her and then of course, started to fall for the sassy woman. Together, these two made quite the match, but it worked and it worked HARD!
Sky and Logan aren’t the only characters that you get to fall in love with. This whole world that Elle has created in NoName, Minnesota is spectacular! From hazmat suits, to ancient deviled eggs, to underground bunkers full of condoms - you all are in for quite the comedic thrill-ride. Elle has created a world that I so desperately want to be a part of. I can’t wait for everyone to experience this amazing romantic comedy. It is sure to bring smiles to the faces of romance readers everywhere!
I’m not sure what’s next for this series but I can tell you that there is some definite tension between two residents of NoName, that I so desperately want to learn more about.
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January 14, 2018Hello everyone!
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January 17, 2018
“Are you my safety net?”
“You bet I am.”
We love Elle Aycart’s writing, yet it’s been a while since we’ve read one of her books, so we were really looking forward to catching up with her emotional, cheeky, crazy hot sexy and amusing writing style with Sky’s the Limit, the first standalone in her new Doomsday Preppers series. What a quirky, odd, fun lot of characters we just encountered….and did we mention this book is hot?!
We will admit there were times we thought, ‘hmmm what are we reading?’ because this story, about a bunch of odd bods preparing for the end of the world, in their very own laughable and idiosyncratic way, ‘relentless wackos who believed the world was one influenza away from total extinction’ made for some peculiarly entertaining reading, and yet Elle Aycart provided a story setting that felt unique, whacky, emotional and we adored it all!
“It’s not only about the way others perceive you, it’s the way you perceive yourself that’s important. No matter how shitty your life is or how down you’re feeling, if you get up in the morning, dress nicely, and do your makeup, the day brightens, and your disposition with it….”
Sky Gonzales, a young social media obsessed beauty, thinks she’s heading to Paris, France and instead finds herself stranded in Paris, Minnesota, and well and truly out of her comfort zone, when she arrives in NoName Minnesota. Sky is used to wearing designer labels, and keeping her eager followers updated via her Instagram. NoName doesn’t have Wi-Fi or cell phone access, not only that but the town is full of doomsday preppers, in particular, The Pandemic Squad, a group of people readying themselves for the inevitable end of the world. Yep, Sky is way out of her depth, yet could these quirky folk provide Sky with a reality check and a new outlook on life? Time will tell!
“Look at me. What do you see?”
“You want me,” she said
“Yes, I do.”
Making her stay in NoName a little more bearable is her rescuer, the sexy, Alchemist, Logan Nolting. Wow! What a man, part laidback geek, part domineering alpha, with a very sexy dirty mouth and some mad bedroom skills. Logan, who, in a former life lived in the corporate world commanding a seven figure salary, now lives and loves the simple life in NoName, following his marriage break up. Logan was DIVINE! Seriously…..every girl needs a Logan Nolting in her life!
There was much to like about this quirky story that also dealt with some heavy issues. Although masked in humour, we experienced the sheer pain and emotion beneath the wit, our hearts going out to Sky during her moments of personal torment, drawing raw emotion underneath the fun delivery.
‘Love should be unconditional. I learned the hard way… when it was too late.'
The teasing and banter between all the characters and especially Sky and Logan was tremendous fun. The chemistry and passion between these two was off the charts HOT. An easy and entertaining read that left us with dopey grins and eagerly anticipating more of this series, and Ty’s book in particular!!
‘He brushed a strand of hair from her face. Tucked it behind her ear. “You’re fucking beautiful. You know that, right?'
Oh and we can’t leave without mention Arnie, Sky’s cantankerous and pampered pooch! Just wait until you share moments with Logan and Arnie…. …prepare to have your fur baby hearts melted!
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August 5, 2018
AWESOME BOOK!
I've found a new amazing author to stalk!
Bright witty writing, engaging story, relatable and well developed characters...
I'm in love.
So Sky, what brought you to our little town?” Ty asked, grabbing a slice of pizza.
“Presbyopia.”
A "city girl" meets a "mountain man" living in a small town filled with crazy Doomsday Preppers always ready for the world to go "BOOM" in a multitude of ways.
From natural catastrophes to epidemics they are ready to survive it all and when Sky arrives into town with Logan and showing flu symptoms they know what to do: QUARANTINE THEM BOTH!
Hazmat suits everywhere, an underground bunker full of condoms, some minor OW drama, fun and heartwarming scenes...the story unfolds, great friendships develop and two very different people fall passionately in love.
I adored the banters from both MC and secondary characters, I loved the dog and every scene he was part of...
“Aww, Arnie likes you,” Sky said.
Logan looked around, confused. It was daylight and he was on the sofa, wearing the hazmat suit and a monumental hard-on, the dog looming over him.
He pushed Arnie away and sat up. “No, he doesn’t. I was having the most amazing dream.”
“Really? What about?”
He glanced over his shoulder. They were alone. “You and I were exploring alternatives for our lack of goat intestines.”
“So that’s why you’re red and sweaty.” She looked down. “Oh, my. That’s impressive. You’re lucky Arnie didn’t confuse that with a chew toy.”
He grimaced, rearranging his erection. Wouldn’t that have been a blast, waking up to a beast castrating him.
I loved the weirdo setting and the characters' backgrounds.
I laughed a lot...
“You informed me that even though women prefer men in boxers and I was a prime example why, lack of support down under is linked to hernia. You recommended that if I wanted comfort without sacrificing scrotal support, the answer was boxer briefs.”
Her eyes were almost bugging out of her face. “Really?”
He nodded. “Less dangling but no strangulation, you said. And they sell boxer briefs in all textures and patterns, Superman and SpongeBob included. Don’t you remember?”
...and I got emotional...
“He’s very lucky to have you.”
Sky glanced at her dog, sitting by her feet. Looking worried and distressed as he always did when she cried. She petted his head reassuringly. “He sometimes disagrees.”
Logan chuckled. “He gets frustrated, but he’d go to hell and back for you. I know the feeling.”
“You do?”
“Sure. I get frustrated with you all the time.”
Even in this situation, Logan managed to make her smile. “Not that. I mean the going to hell and back part.”
He nodded.
Sky couldn’t move her gaze away from him. Those gorgeous eyes, that rough face. Jesus, she loved this man so much. He meant the world to her.
I loved it!
You can check Triggers in the section below 😉
⭐ 4.5 stars rounded up⭐
Sky's the Limit by Elle Aycart is book #1 in the Doomsday Preppers series. Can be read as a STANDALONE.
~ MY RATINGS ~
Writing: 4/5 I enjoyed it a lot but it was a bit too wordy and, expecially if you're not into fashion and makeup tutorials you might wish for less details on those.
Plot: 4/5
Hero: 4.5/5
Heroine: 5/5
Secondary Characters: 5/5
MC's chemistry: 4.5/5
Steam: 4/5 lots of it!!
Triggers: Explicit scenes, Heroine fights clinical depression (her mother died because she didn't want to treat her own severe depression), Hero separated from his wife (2 years before meeting the heroine) that doesn't want to sign divorce papers.
Recommended to: Contemporary Romance Readers
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January 19, 2018
Sky Gonzalez, Brooklyn fashionista, is looking forward to her time in Paris. Until she realizes her sister signed her up for an internship in Paris...Minnesota. While she’s there she runs into Logan Nolting, lumbersexual/chemist, and sparks fly. And weird shit happens, along with romance.
The Good. I am always, always up for a Latina heroine. Always. #diversityrules. When I saw Sky Gonzalez, I bought the book. It’s not perfect (I think the compulsion to say Sky Gonzalez over and over, like reminding the reader that she’s Latina was a bit much at times), but I liked that it’s even part of the conversation. Logan is the straight man in a sea of comedians...in this case, crazy doomsday prepper types in NoName, Minnesota. The setup is fun and quirky and it’s not an everyday type of location, which I enjoyed. I think the level of quirk is right up there with tv shows like Northern Exposure, etc. It’s that kind of funky but fun. Also, if nothing else, I got a ton of beauty hacks to test out and if I ever want to make my own lip balm, I just have to flip through this book.
The Bad. The quirk overtakes any romance. Logan and Sky were too busy being unusual and I wasn’t feeling the spark. I wanted more, and it made reading vast passages of this cute, but not compelling.
Everything in Between. I liked the secondary characters, and I wouldn't mind exploring this insane group of folks and seeing them find romance.
I liked it, but I wouldn’t say rush out and read it. If you’re into quirky and unusual, you may enjoy this. I wouldn’t say no to the next in the series, but I am hoping that the romance takes center stage, instead of being the sideshow.
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The Good. I am always, always up for a Latina heroine. Always. #diversityrules. When I saw Sky Gonzalez, I bought the book. It’s not perfect (I think the compulsion to say Sky Gonzalez over and over, like reminding the reader that she’s Latina was a bit much at times), but I liked that it’s even part of the conversation. Logan is the straight man in a sea of comedians...in this case, crazy doomsday prepper types in NoName, Minnesota. The setup is fun and quirky and it’s not an everyday type of location, which I enjoyed. I think the level of quirk is right up there with tv shows like Northern Exposure, etc. It’s that kind of funky but fun. Also, if nothing else, I got a ton of beauty hacks to test out and if I ever want to make my own lip balm, I just have to flip through this book.
The Bad. The quirk overtakes any romance. Logan and Sky were too busy being unusual and I wasn’t feeling the spark. I wanted more, and it made reading vast passages of this cute, but not compelling.
Everything in Between. I liked the secondary characters, and I wouldn't mind exploring this insane group of folks and seeing them find romance.
I liked it, but I wouldn’t say rush out and read it. If you’re into quirky and unusual, you may enjoy this. I wouldn’t say no to the next in the series, but I am hoping that the romance takes center stage, instead of being the sideshow.
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February 16, 2018No rating.
You lost me as soon as the heroine complained about leaving her expensive shoes behind and then promptly passing out in a strangers truck because she was ‘tired.’ Author, give this girl at least a tiny bit of common sense for us cynics over here paaalease!!!
You lost me as soon as the heroine complained about leaving her expensive shoes behind and then promptly passing out in a strangers truck because she was ‘tired.’ Author, give this girl at least a tiny bit of common sense for us cynics over here paaalease!!!
January 20, 2018
This is my first Elle Aycart book and I can’t wait to read more by this author! Fantastic witty banter, unique and fun characters, a sweet rescue dog, and some super hot steamy scenes- I loved it all! I can’t wait for more books in this series!
January 18, 2018
Spoilers:
The writing style was all right. But the story dragged a bit at the beginning. Nothing really happened until around 55%.
All these Prepper Things were going on my nerves. The suits, the evacuations, the talk about it, the "always in ones business thing", the interruptions. I couldn't take them seriously.
The heroine was, well, all over the pages. She was always perfectly styled, with make up, hair and nails done. Her cleavage was contoured and she had butt-cushions on. And always walking in super tall high-heels. Of course brand ones only. Like Valentino. And she only dresses in very expensive clothes, cast offs from her former boss. (And of course the shoes and dresses were always in the right size for her.)
And she was talking. Always sassy and funny and yuweeh. Also during sexy time. So much talking.
The hero was all right. A little jaded because of his ex, but no problem. But then, when the hero and heroine get to being intimate at last (because so many interruptions) he whips out the handcuffs. Wow. On their first time together. With no warnings. Just click and the heroine was restrained.
I found this off. I don't have anything about kinks (love to read about them) but here it seemed so staged. Like he needed to roughen up his solid character by being freaky in the bedroom. Didn't work for me.
And the last thing I want to say: He was married. Separated from his wife, but married. And he didn't tell the heroine. It all came out when his wife visited and told the heroine that they were still married. No go for me. Even if he's separated, he should have told her before they were intimate. At least in my opinion. And he had 2 years to get divorced.
So that was it. I'm not going to read book 2, because I'm really not into all these Prepper Things.
The writing style was all right. But the story dragged a bit at the beginning. Nothing really happened until around 55%.
All these Prepper Things were going on my nerves. The suits, the evacuations, the talk about it, the "always in ones business thing", the interruptions. I couldn't take them seriously.
The heroine was, well, all over the pages. She was always perfectly styled, with make up, hair and nails done. Her cleavage was contoured and she had butt-cushions on. And always walking in super tall high-heels. Of course brand ones only. Like Valentino. And she only dresses in very expensive clothes, cast offs from her former boss. (And of course the shoes and dresses were always in the right size for her.)
And she was talking. Always sassy and funny and yuweeh. Also during sexy time. So much talking.
The hero was all right. A little jaded because of his ex, but no problem. But then, when the hero and heroine get to being intimate at last (because so many interruptions) he whips out the handcuffs. Wow. On their first time together. With no warnings. Just click and the heroine was restrained.
I found this off. I don't have anything about kinks (love to read about them) but here it seemed so staged. Like he needed to roughen up his solid character by being freaky in the bedroom. Didn't work for me.
And the last thing I want to say: He was married. Separated from his wife, but married. And he didn't tell the heroine. It all came out when his wife visited and told the heroine that they were still married. No go for me. Even if he's separated, he should have told her before they were intimate. At least in my opinion. And he had 2 years to get divorced.
So that was it. I'm not going to read book 2, because I'm really not into all these Prepper Things.
January 21, 2018
“Are you my safety net?”
“You bet I am.”
We love Elle Aycart’s writing, yet it’s been a while since we’ve read one of her books, so we were really looking forward to catching up with her emotional, cheeky, crazy hot sexy and amusing writing style with Sky’s the Limit, the first standalone in her new Doomsday Preppers series. What a quirky, odd, fun lot of characters we just encountered….and did we mention this book is hot?!
We will admit there were times we thought, ‘hmmm what are we reading?’ because this story, about a bunch of odd bods preparing for the end of the world, in their very own laughable and idiosyncratic way, ‘relentless wackos who believed the world was one influenza away from total extinction’ made for some peculiarly entertaining reading, and yet Elle Aycart provided a story setting that felt unique, whacky, emotional and we adored it all!
“It’s not only about the way others perceive you, it’s the way you perceive yourself that’s important. No matter how shitty your life is or how down you’re feeling, if you get up in the morning, dress nicely, and do your makeup, the day brightens, and your disposition with it….”
Sky Gonzales, a young social media obsessed beauty, thinks she’s heading to Paris, France and instead finds herself stranded in Paris, Minnesota, and well and truly out of her comfort zone, when she arrives in NoName Minnesota. Sky is used to wearing designer labels, and keeping her eager followers updated via her Instagram. NoName doesn’t have Wi-Fi or cell phone access, not only that but the town is full of doomsday preppers, in particular, The Pandemic Squad, a group of people readying themselves for the inevitable end of the world. Yep, Sky is way out of her depth, yet could these quirky folk provide Sky with a reality check and a new outlook on life? Time will tell!
“Look at me. What do you see?”
“You want me,” she said
“Yes, I do.”
Making her stay in NoName a little more bearable is her rescuer, the sexy, Alchemist, Logan Nolting. Wow! What a man, part laidback geek, part domineering alpha, with a very sexy dirty mouth and some mad bedroom skills. Logan, who, in a former life lived in the corporate world commanding a seven figure salary, now lives and loves the simple life in NoName, following his marriage break up. Logan was DIVINE! Seriously…..every girl needs a Logan Nolting in her life!
There was much to like about this quirky story that also dealt with some heavy issues. Although masked in humour, we experienced the sheer pain and emotion beneath the wit, our hearts going out to Sky during her moments of personal torment, drawing raw emotion underneath the fun delivery.
‘Love should be unconditional. I learned the hard way… when it was too late.'
The teasing and banter between all the characters and especially Sky and Logan was tremendous fun. The chemistry and passion between these two was off the charts HOT. An easy and entertaining read that left us with dopey grins and eagerly anticipating more of this series, and Ty’s book in particular!!
‘He brushed a strand of hair from her face. Tucked it behind her ear. “You’re fucking beautiful. You know that, right?'
Oh and we can’t leave without mention Arnie, Sky’s cantankerous and pampered pooch! Just wait until you share moments with Logan and Arnie…. …prepare to have your fur baby hearts melted!
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“You bet I am.”
We love Elle Aycart’s writing, yet it’s been a while since we’ve read one of her books, so we were really looking forward to catching up with her emotional, cheeky, crazy hot sexy and amusing writing style with Sky’s the Limit, the first standalone in her new Doomsday Preppers series. What a quirky, odd, fun lot of characters we just encountered….and did we mention this book is hot?!
We will admit there were times we thought, ‘hmmm what are we reading?’ because this story, about a bunch of odd bods preparing for the end of the world, in their very own laughable and idiosyncratic way, ‘relentless wackos who believed the world was one influenza away from total extinction’ made for some peculiarly entertaining reading, and yet Elle Aycart provided a story setting that felt unique, whacky, emotional and we adored it all!
“It’s not only about the way others perceive you, it’s the way you perceive yourself that’s important. No matter how shitty your life is or how down you’re feeling, if you get up in the morning, dress nicely, and do your makeup, the day brightens, and your disposition with it….”
Sky Gonzales, a young social media obsessed beauty, thinks she’s heading to Paris, France and instead finds herself stranded in Paris, Minnesota, and well and truly out of her comfort zone, when she arrives in NoName Minnesota. Sky is used to wearing designer labels, and keeping her eager followers updated via her Instagram. NoName doesn’t have Wi-Fi or cell phone access, not only that but the town is full of doomsday preppers, in particular, The Pandemic Squad, a group of people readying themselves for the inevitable end of the world. Yep, Sky is way out of her depth, yet could these quirky folk provide Sky with a reality check and a new outlook on life? Time will tell!
“Look at me. What do you see?”
“You want me,” she said
“Yes, I do.”
Making her stay in NoName a little more bearable is her rescuer, the sexy, Alchemist, Logan Nolting. Wow! What a man, part laidback geek, part domineering alpha, with a very sexy dirty mouth and some mad bedroom skills. Logan, who, in a former life lived in the corporate world commanding a seven figure salary, now lives and loves the simple life in NoName, following his marriage break up. Logan was DIVINE! Seriously…..every girl needs a Logan Nolting in her life!
There was much to like about this quirky story that also dealt with some heavy issues. Although masked in humour, we experienced the sheer pain and emotion beneath the wit, our hearts going out to Sky during her moments of personal torment, drawing raw emotion underneath the fun delivery.
‘Love should be unconditional. I learned the hard way… when it was too late.'
The teasing and banter between all the characters and especially Sky and Logan was tremendous fun. The chemistry and passion between these two was off the charts HOT. An easy and entertaining read that left us with dopey grins and eagerly anticipating more of this series, and Ty’s book in particular!!
‘He brushed a strand of hair from her face. Tucked it behind her ear. “You’re fucking beautiful. You know that, right?'
Oh and we can’t leave without mention Arnie, Sky’s cantankerous and pampered pooch! Just wait until you share moments with Logan and Arnie…. …prepare to have your fur baby hearts melted!
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February 4, 2018
I have never (since I became interested in books) ever read a book as crazy and insane as this one, a book about doomsday preppers. I’ve heard about preppers but I never knew some went to the extremes like they do in this book. They go above and beyond with their believes and it’s absolutely insane and awesome.
Sky and Logan’s relationship was different, refreshing and fun. I absolutely enjoyed these characters and their story. I couldn’t help but laugh at the experiences she went through after being stuck in a town she didn’t know. It also made me feel, when she explains what she went through, what she goes through it’s absolutely heartbreaking and her kickass dog, he’s just the tipping of this story he was awesome.
This book was definitely interesting to say the least, it kept me hooked from the beginning that’s for sure. When I received an ARC from Elle and read what this book was about I just knew I had to get started straight away and I’m glad I did. It was amazing.
This was my first read from this author and judging by this book I’ll definitely be reading more in the future.
Sky and Logan’s relationship was different, refreshing and fun. I absolutely enjoyed these characters and their story. I couldn’t help but laugh at the experiences she went through after being stuck in a town she didn’t know. It also made me feel, when she explains what she went through, what she goes through it’s absolutely heartbreaking and her kickass dog, he’s just the tipping of this story he was awesome.
This book was definitely interesting to say the least, it kept me hooked from the beginning that’s for sure. When I received an ARC from Elle and read what this book was about I just knew I had to get started straight away and I’m glad I did. It was amazing.
This was my first read from this author and judging by this book I’ll definitely be reading more in the future.
June 10, 2020
I absolutely adored this book, the characters and the quirky town. This was definitely one of the most fun books that I have had the extreme pleasure of reading. The loyalty of the towns people is unmatched and refreshing to see. I adore this town and everyone in it.
Sky aka Patient Zero aka Butterfly is one of my absolute favorite female characters....ever, she’s refreshingly honest and could truly find the bright side to anything. She just goes with the flow and makes the best out of it...including the quirky town. The way she is with her dog that she saved, that alone should say it all. Loyalty like that doesn’t come easy. She ends up basically landing in this quirky little town with Logan after he saved her. That’s when she becomes Patient Zero (lmao) and Logan nurses her back to health. I know, I know they just met each other, but they just go together.
Pretty sure my entire kindle was highlighted and there were way too many funny scenarios to go over, because this was just a great book. With all the quarantines and drills...I know, I know...funnier than it sounds. There was a little drama with his trying to be ex-wife....she just won’t sign the divorce papers trying to get more money from him...not a good person....at all, she is definitely no Sky. Logan was fun and I really liked him with Sky, he does mess up a bit, jumping to an incorrect conclusion...but he knows how to grovel. Luckily, Sky took all of this pretty well and the loyal, quirky towns people never gave up. They wanted to keep her. We do get a lot of heat, an epilogue and a hfn....honestly, such a great book.
Sky aka Patient Zero aka Butterfly is one of my absolute favorite female characters....ever, she’s refreshingly honest and could truly find the bright side to anything. She just goes with the flow and makes the best out of it...including the quirky town. The way she is with her dog that she saved, that alone should say it all. Loyalty like that doesn’t come easy. She ends up basically landing in this quirky little town with Logan after he saved her. That’s when she becomes Patient Zero (lmao) and Logan nurses her back to health. I know, I know they just met each other, but they just go together.
Pretty sure my entire kindle was highlighted and there were way too many funny scenarios to go over, because this was just a great book. With all the quarantines and drills...I know, I know...funnier than it sounds. There was a little drama with his trying to be ex-wife....she just won’t sign the divorce papers trying to get more money from him...not a good person....at all, she is definitely no Sky. Logan was fun and I really liked him with Sky, he does mess up a bit, jumping to an incorrect conclusion...but he knows how to grovel. Luckily, Sky took all of this pretty well and the loyal, quirky towns people never gave up. They wanted to keep her. We do get a lot of heat, an epilogue and a hfn....honestly, such a great book.
January 7, 2018
**My thanks to the author for providing me with a free copy for an honest review**
If i could have rated this book any more than five stars, i would have.
This book is Elle Aycart at her best and certainly has you provided with all sorts of weird information, so much humour that sometimes you find yourself with a silly grin on your face and some completely wacky characters that you cannot help but fall in love with.
Sky has found herself in the wrong Paris. Instead of France, she is in Paris Minnesota in the freezing cold. However Sky soon finds that the crazy inhabitants become friends and one individual certainly burrows his way into more that just her underwear.
This is certainly a book that you will not want to put down for anything and you will be wanting more the moment you have finished.
I am certainly looking forward to see who gets a book in the series next.
If i could have rated this book any more than five stars, i would have.
This book is Elle Aycart at her best and certainly has you provided with all sorts of weird information, so much humour that sometimes you find yourself with a silly grin on your face and some completely wacky characters that you cannot help but fall in love with.
Sky has found herself in the wrong Paris. Instead of France, she is in Paris Minnesota in the freezing cold. However Sky soon finds that the crazy inhabitants become friends and one individual certainly burrows his way into more that just her underwear.
This is certainly a book that you will not want to put down for anything and you will be wanting more the moment you have finished.
I am certainly looking forward to see who gets a book in the series next.
June 15, 2020
Can you die from cuteness?
Specifically: can you die from literary-based cuteness involving a capable, quippy, self-deprecating, mental illness suffering, sunshine heroine and an alpha-mallow hero who treats his girlfriend like she hung not only the moon but the entire cosmos - even when she's inconsolably depressed. Even when her giant softie of a dog gasses him with bacon-scented farts. Even when she tricks him into grooming his unruly beard. Even then.
...
I'm so overloaded by how much I loved this, I can barely think straight to review it properly.
Which is a damn shame because everyone, everyone, should read this bonkers tale of prepping for the apocalypse, YouTube beauty hacks, and nappy fungi.
Not to mention the absurdly funny dialogue. I live for flirty banter between my MCs, and Sky and Logan did not disappoint. Their conversations felt real and ridiculous and disgustingly cute. I want more of them! More tales of the ridiculous with these two sappy idiots.
More smut with room for laughter and awkwardness. Just more smut in general, please because goddammit, Logan is nothing if not a... pleaser.
I think I'd just like a Logan. I've fallen for many a literary hero. I've got so many fictional boyfriends at this point, it's basically a harem.
But Logan? Oh boy, he might have snuck his way to very top of my why can't these sincerely climbable men be real? And if they ever come into existence, I've got dibs, so back the fuck off list.
He's sweet.
He's respectful.
He's intelligent without being arrogant.
He's patient.
He's kind.
He's perfect.
But even better, he's perfect with imperfections.
...
Uh, I'll just be swooning over her. If I pass out, resuscitate me or something. I don't know how. Just ask Sky.
I can't wait for the next in the series.
But the prequel comes out tomorrow with Megan and Alec, so that should hold me until we get to Shayna and Ty.
At least, I hope it's Shayna and Ty.
For the love of doomsday, let it be Shayna and Ty!
...
I'm alright, I'm okay.
*totally isn't okay*
Specifically: can you die from literary-based cuteness involving a capable, quippy, self-deprecating, mental illness suffering, sunshine heroine and an alpha-mallow hero who treats his girlfriend like she hung not only the moon but the entire cosmos - even when she's inconsolably depressed. Even when her giant softie of a dog gasses him with bacon-scented farts. Even when she tricks him into grooming his unruly beard. Even then.
...
I'm so overloaded by how much I loved this, I can barely think straight to review it properly.
Which is a damn shame because everyone, everyone, should read this bonkers tale of prepping for the apocalypse, YouTube beauty hacks, and nappy fungi.
Not to mention the absurdly funny dialogue. I live for flirty banter between my MCs, and Sky and Logan did not disappoint. Their conversations felt real and ridiculous and disgustingly cute. I want more of them! More tales of the ridiculous with these two sappy idiots.
More smut with room for laughter and awkwardness. Just more smut in general, please because goddammit, Logan is nothing if not a... pleaser.
I think I'd just like a Logan. I've fallen for many a literary hero. I've got so many fictional boyfriends at this point, it's basically a harem.
But Logan? Oh boy, he might have snuck his way to very top of my why can't these sincerely climbable men be real? And if they ever come into existence, I've got dibs, so back the fuck off list.
He's sweet.
He's respectful.
He's intelligent without being arrogant.
He's patient.
He's kind.
He's perfect.
But even better, he's perfect with imperfections.
...
Uh, I'll just be swooning over her. If I pass out, resuscitate me or something. I don't know how. Just ask Sky.
I can't wait for the next in the series.
But the prequel comes out tomorrow with Megan and Alec, so that should hold me until we get to Shayna and Ty.
At least, I hope it's Shayna and Ty.
For the love of doomsday, let it be Shayna and Ty!
...
I'm alright, I'm okay.
*totally isn't okay*
January 8, 2021
Crazy small town community
It’s been a few years since I read a book by this author, I’m glad I found this on my never ending TBR list and decided it was worth a read.
Sky’s the Limit was fun and quirky, thanks to a small town community of Doomsday Preppers who have zero boundaries and are all about their emergency protocols.
The 2 main characters Sky and Logan are complete opposites, but of course are just perfect for each other......or would be if not for the crazy locals continually interrupting them. Lots of chemistry between these 2, and I love when there’s a pet with a big personality in the storyline as well.
It’s been a few years since I read a book by this author, I’m glad I found this on my never ending TBR list and decided it was worth a read.
Sky’s the Limit was fun and quirky, thanks to a small town community of Doomsday Preppers who have zero boundaries and are all about their emergency protocols.
The 2 main characters Sky and Logan are complete opposites, but of course are just perfect for each other......or would be if not for the crazy locals continually interrupting them. Lots of chemistry between these 2, and I love when there’s a pet with a big personality in the storyline as well.
January 12, 2018
3.5 stars - I was given a copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads.
At the start of this story, Sky is one of the most aggravating characters I’ve ever encountered. She is high maintenance, fashion obsessed and completely lacking common sense. Wittering on about labels and shoes in a Minnesota blizzard, she is whiny and unapologetically useless. I’d like to say that she grew on me but by the time we got to her youtube hacks she just seemed like a teenage girl who had forgotten to grow up.
Logan is better. I loved his diapers-to-mushrooms work and I love that he left his high paying city job and relocated for more meaningful work and relationships. But while I loved Logan, I just couldn’t understand his interest in Sky - a completely superficial city girl who regularly wears bum padding and contours her cleavage.
I continued with this story because there are some wonderful laugh out loud moments. I loved Logan’s bizarre little town and I enjoyed the various strains of Doomsday Preppers. So many of the characters in this story are exaggerated, larger than life and wonderfully quirky. From Sky’s farting dog to the quarantine prone preppers to Sky’s religious landlady to Logan’s sister and her paramilitary crew - this is a fun and unusual read. I
This book is at it’s best when it is light and funny. Some slightly darker threads about depression and illness are introduced that slow the story down and don’t necessarily fit the overall tone. These storylines needed more development to make them meaningful - as it was, I felt they just detracted from the book.
This will appeal to readers who share Sky’s passion for fashion and beauty more than it did to me. It will probably appeal to young urban female readers who enjoy chicklit and youtube beauty hacks.
At the start of this story, Sky is one of the most aggravating characters I’ve ever encountered. She is high maintenance, fashion obsessed and completely lacking common sense. Wittering on about labels and shoes in a Minnesota blizzard, she is whiny and unapologetically useless. I’d like to say that she grew on me but by the time we got to her youtube hacks she just seemed like a teenage girl who had forgotten to grow up.
Logan is better. I loved his diapers-to-mushrooms work and I love that he left his high paying city job and relocated for more meaningful work and relationships. But while I loved Logan, I just couldn’t understand his interest in Sky - a completely superficial city girl who regularly wears bum padding and contours her cleavage.
I continued with this story because there are some wonderful laugh out loud moments. I loved Logan’s bizarre little town and I enjoyed the various strains of Doomsday Preppers. So many of the characters in this story are exaggerated, larger than life and wonderfully quirky. From Sky’s farting dog to the quarantine prone preppers to Sky’s religious landlady to Logan’s sister and her paramilitary crew - this is a fun and unusual read. I
This book is at it’s best when it is light and funny. Some slightly darker threads about depression and illness are introduced that slow the story down and don’t necessarily fit the overall tone. These storylines needed more development to make them meaningful - as it was, I felt they just detracted from the book.
This will appeal to readers who share Sky’s passion for fashion and beauty more than it did to me. It will probably appeal to young urban female readers who enjoy chicklit and youtube beauty hacks.
July 31, 2018
4/4.5 stars
January 19, 2018
I can honestly say that I never thought I would find myself surrounded by a community of Doomsday Preppers, and even though it’s only in a fictional sense, as big city girl, Sky Gonzalez, maneuvers her way through a crash course in survival and a pandemic squad whose unannounced drills and game plan don’t quite play into Sky’s fashion sense and beauty regiment, I found myself giggling at the absurdity of the situation but also understanding how the idiosyncrasies and crazy standards of the inhabitants of No Name, Minnesota, can make a woman like Sky - one whose appearance seems to mean EVERYTHING to her – reevaluate her life choices and reconsider high society/big city’s fakery as well as what’s important in the grand scheme of things when one never knows when the world might end;)
Logan Nolting is one FINE mountain man. He’s a nerdy, socially challenged chemist who is all about developing practices that are environmentally friendly, and while for the life of me I can’t understand how and why he puts up with this kooky mix of survivalists, he seems to fit in better than he think he does, handling everything the pandemic squad throws at him and doing what he can to not pose a security threat to this motley crew of doomsdayers.
What I love most about Sky is that she’s not the woman her appearance and lifestyle depict her to be; in fact, Sky proves rather quickly that the woman Logan’s pegged as is only partly true because while she does love fashion, brand names, and beauty products, she can make do and think on the fly, which is way more than his ex ever could do.
Elle Aycart really stepped outside of the box for her newest release, and I’m so glad she did! The setting and characters that Aycart introduced readers to are definitely eccentric and over the top when it comes to their end of the world practices, but the people of No Name, Minnesota, are actually happier and more alive than most city dwellers who lavish themselves with an extravagant and materialistic lifestyle.
Sky’s the Limit is a great introduction to Aycart’s Doomsday Preppers series; the groundwork was quite extensive in book one when it comes to building this world where all escape plans are created, explored, and firmly established making survival possible even in the worst of end days’ possibilities like a Zombie Apocalypse. As Sky is introduced into this prepper lifestyle and required to conform to their standards and run their required drills, readers are also given a crash course into what it takes to survive, and while I can’t say that I would want to live in such an environment, it makes sense that someone like Sky…the woman she becomes by being around the No Name residents and Logan…definitely
Even though Sky and Logan’s story felt a bit too long and a tad slow at the beginning, I really enjoyed meeting Aycart’s new cast of characters and I can’t wait to see whose stories she’ll make a part of this new series.
4.5 Poison Apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
Logan Nolting is one FINE mountain man. He’s a nerdy, socially challenged chemist who is all about developing practices that are environmentally friendly, and while for the life of me I can’t understand how and why he puts up with this kooky mix of survivalists, he seems to fit in better than he think he does, handling everything the pandemic squad throws at him and doing what he can to not pose a security threat to this motley crew of doomsdayers.
What I love most about Sky is that she’s not the woman her appearance and lifestyle depict her to be; in fact, Sky proves rather quickly that the woman Logan’s pegged as is only partly true because while she does love fashion, brand names, and beauty products, she can make do and think on the fly, which is way more than his ex ever could do.
Elle Aycart really stepped outside of the box for her newest release, and I’m so glad she did! The setting and characters that Aycart introduced readers to are definitely eccentric and over the top when it comes to their end of the world practices, but the people of No Name, Minnesota, are actually happier and more alive than most city dwellers who lavish themselves with an extravagant and materialistic lifestyle.
Sky’s the Limit is a great introduction to Aycart’s Doomsday Preppers series; the groundwork was quite extensive in book one when it comes to building this world where all escape plans are created, explored, and firmly established making survival possible even in the worst of end days’ possibilities like a Zombie Apocalypse. As Sky is introduced into this prepper lifestyle and required to conform to their standards and run their required drills, readers are also given a crash course into what it takes to survive, and while I can’t say that I would want to live in such an environment, it makes sense that someone like Sky…the woman she becomes by being around the No Name residents and Logan…definitely
Even though Sky and Logan’s story felt a bit too long and a tad slow at the beginning, I really enjoyed meeting Aycart’s new cast of characters and I can’t wait to see whose stories she’ll make a part of this new series.
4.5 Poison Apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
January 12, 2018
I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads.
Sky thinks she is going to Paris France to teach English. Thanks to a mix up she ends up in Paris Minnesota instead. She is a total fashionista and not prepared for life in rural Minnesota in the dead of winter. Stranded in the middle of storm after her car breaks fown, Sky meets Logan when he almost runs her over. Logan takes her home to his town of No Name, which is full of Doomsday Preppers.
So that is the set up for the story and it is a little contrived but it works. Sky turns out to be a pretty amazing woman. On the surface she appears to be a well put together city chick and she is. She is also she is also easy going, smart, resourceful, loving and strong. Logan is an intelligent, sexy alpha male in a mountain man kind of why, and a sane guy living among a bunch of crazy preppers. He is a perfect match for Sky.
I had a blast reading Sky’s the Limit. This story is so much fun. The romance builds as the story progresses and Logan and Sky struggle to get alone time thanks to the interference of the towns people. When they do get between the sheets it is smoking hot.
There is a fantastic supporting cast. They include the fun but nutty preppers, Sky's dog Arnie, who when you meet him is not at all what you expect; and Logan's bitchy ex. Sky's talent with beauty and fashion makes are popular in town and she surprisingly fits in. This story is full of fun, romance and has a dash of drama and it is pretty fabulous. It also has great nicknames and woman who won't put up with crap.
Sky’s the Limit is the first in Doomsday Preppers Book and I hope the author plans to write plenty more. I want to spend more time in No Name with these people who seem crazy but are ultimately pretty cool.
Sky thinks she is going to Paris France to teach English. Thanks to a mix up she ends up in Paris Minnesota instead. She is a total fashionista and not prepared for life in rural Minnesota in the dead of winter. Stranded in the middle of storm after her car breaks fown, Sky meets Logan when he almost runs her over. Logan takes her home to his town of No Name, which is full of Doomsday Preppers.
So that is the set up for the story and it is a little contrived but it works. Sky turns out to be a pretty amazing woman. On the surface she appears to be a well put together city chick and she is. She is also she is also easy going, smart, resourceful, loving and strong. Logan is an intelligent, sexy alpha male in a mountain man kind of why, and a sane guy living among a bunch of crazy preppers. He is a perfect match for Sky.
I had a blast reading Sky’s the Limit. This story is so much fun. The romance builds as the story progresses and Logan and Sky struggle to get alone time thanks to the interference of the towns people. When they do get between the sheets it is smoking hot.
There is a fantastic supporting cast. They include the fun but nutty preppers, Sky's dog Arnie, who when you meet him is not at all what you expect; and Logan's bitchy ex. Sky's talent with beauty and fashion makes are popular in town and she surprisingly fits in. This story is full of fun, romance and has a dash of drama and it is pretty fabulous. It also has great nicknames and woman who won't put up with crap.
Sky’s the Limit is the first in Doomsday Preppers Book and I hope the author plans to write plenty more. I want to spend more time in No Name with these people who seem crazy but are ultimately pretty cool.
January 15, 2018
* I received a free copy to read & review for Wicked Reads*
This story was fun, quirky, and different!
When city-girl, beauty blogger, Sky, finds herself stranded in the middle of a Minnesota blizzard she's completely unprepared. The social-media addict, Sky, has no idea where she is, she has no connection with the outside world (no cell signal), and she is totally miserable. Thankfully she's "spotted" by a local who offers to save her from freezing to death.
Logan if familiar with Sky's "type": Fashion conscious, Self-absorbed, selfish - all of which Logan despises. Being a gentleman, he can't ignore the damsel in distress. This is where the story begins.
I want to visit NoName, Minnesota! It sounds like a completely different world, the citizens are an odd-bunch. This is a complete town of Doomsday Preppers, each character has their own personality which totally adds to the story. Funny at times, serious at others, there is always something happening.
I really enjoyed this story, it's unique and humorous. I liked every single character, and I must say that Sky isn't as superficial as I first believed. Logan's brand of "mountain-man" is exactly what I would expect from a strong, alpha-male. I want to read more about this town and these people!
This story was fun, quirky, and different!
When city-girl, beauty blogger, Sky, finds herself stranded in the middle of a Minnesota blizzard she's completely unprepared. The social-media addict, Sky, has no idea where she is, she has no connection with the outside world (no cell signal), and she is totally miserable. Thankfully she's "spotted" by a local who offers to save her from freezing to death.
Logan if familiar with Sky's "type": Fashion conscious, Self-absorbed, selfish - all of which Logan despises. Being a gentleman, he can't ignore the damsel in distress. This is where the story begins.
I want to visit NoName, Minnesota! It sounds like a completely different world, the citizens are an odd-bunch. This is a complete town of Doomsday Preppers, each character has their own personality which totally adds to the story. Funny at times, serious at others, there is always something happening.
I really enjoyed this story, it's unique and humorous. I liked every single character, and I must say that Sky isn't as superficial as I first believed. Logan's brand of "mountain-man" is exactly what I would expect from a strong, alpha-male. I want to read more about this town and these people!
February 7, 2018
Logan and Sky's book was a bit quirky but it worked for them. Sky finds herself stranded on her way to Paris, Minnesota because her sister (who needs glasses) booked her a trip there instead of Paris, France. She is not dressed for the elements (think blizzard) and has all white on. She almost gets run over by Logan, who can't believe his eyes. He is no stranger to a fashion diva (his ex-wife was a piece of work) and thinks Sky is shallow and dumb. Sky quickly shows him that she has more to her than his preconceived notions of her. She is thrifty, frugal and can make her own concoctions for just about anything. He is unsure how to take her at first. They know they have attraction to each other, they just don't know if they are willing to risk their hearts.
It was an interesting story and the preppers provided some hilarious fodder in the book. Sky probably should have run when given the chance. Logan accepts his fate and hopes Sky will fall in love with him and the town at the same time.
When Logan does an epic no-no, he has to reevaluate what he wants out of life. It was nice to see Sky be true to herself in this book. She was dealt a crap hand by her parents but realizes that she had some issues herself to work on.
Depression was a component of this book and I felt it was dealt with quite well. It was a believable part of the story line and gave some facts that were surprising to me. Overall a good book.
It was an interesting story and the preppers provided some hilarious fodder in the book. Sky probably should have run when given the chance. Logan accepts his fate and hopes Sky will fall in love with him and the town at the same time.
When Logan does an epic no-no, he has to reevaluate what he wants out of life. It was nice to see Sky be true to herself in this book. She was dealt a crap hand by her parents but realizes that she had some issues herself to work on.
Depression was a component of this book and I felt it was dealt with quite well. It was a believable part of the story line and gave some facts that were surprising to me. Overall a good book.
March 10, 2022
I do not have shelves for preppers or poop scientists.
Fashionista thinks she signed up for a teaching program in Paris, France when it's really Paris, MN. In the middle of winter. Hilarity ensues when she meets a local scientist who is converting diapers/poop and learns the small town she's stranded in is comprised of doomsday preppers.
Fashionista thinks she signed up for a teaching program in Paris, France when it's really Paris, MN. In the middle of winter. Hilarity ensues when she meets a local scientist who is converting diapers/poop and learns the small town she's stranded in is comprised of doomsday preppers.
April 8, 2018
This book was such a great read!!!! I can’t wait to continue the series!!!!
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