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Save the Last Dance for Me
Evie Bennington faces a dilemma. She is attracted to Dillon, a blond, green-eyed hunk and he is attracted to her. They sizzle on the dance floor and between the sheets. But Evie promises her dying mother never to date a white man. So how can she even consider a future with Dillon?
Then it seems as if Fate steps in to solve her problem when Dillon inexplicably disappears. Confused and heart broken, Evie tries to move on with her life. But she can never forget the man she now realizes is her one true love. Dillon had promised to always love her and never leave her. So Evie is shocked to discover that Dillon’s disappearance was by his own choice! Now he says he regrets his earlier decision and wants her back. But even though just the sight of him makes her quiver for his lovemaking, how can Evie trust him not to break her heart again?
Then it seems as if Fate steps in to solve her problem when Dillon inexplicably disappears. Confused and heart broken, Evie tries to move on with her life. But she can never forget the man she now realizes is her one true love. Dillon had promised to always love her and never leave her. So Evie is shocked to discover that Dillon’s disappearance was by his own choice! Now he says he regrets his earlier decision and wants her back. But even though just the sight of him makes her quiver for his lovemaking, how can Evie trust him not to break her heart again?
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First published August 27, 2014
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Candy Caine
73 books156 followersWith nearly 200 short stories, several novels and novellas in print, hot and spicy, Candy Caine keeps her husband, Robert, on his toes in their Long Island, NY home. Supportive with her writing career, he’s always willing to help her make certain the scenes in her stories are authentic. After all, technique is so important for good writing. When asked why she began to write, Candy says: “I’ve always loved books and my biggest thrill is to bring the joy of reading to others. That’s what writing is all about.” Candy is the alter ego of Candace Gold. While Candace usually writes the less erotic books, Candy is the one who writes the erotica and does her best to curl poor Candace’s hair.
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November 6, 2014
** JOSIE'S 3.5 STAR REVIEW **
When I read the blurb I will admit the interracial romance caught my eye as well how Dillon and Evie sizzle on the dance floor. Going in I had an idea the topic would be an intense read since it was based on an interracial relationship. The author handle the topic really well. Yes there was conflict and drama but not from the outside but more so from inner turmoil’s. The author wrote Dillon and Evie’s love story in a way that is easy to follow and not long or drawn out.
Evie’s mom wants the best for Evie. She wants her to go to school and meet and marry a nice black man. The only thing she asks Evie is to never fall for a white man. Little does her mother know that Dillon, is white and he is going after Evie with everything he has. When Evie sees Dillon for the first time, she notices he is gorgeous but he just rubs her the wrong way. Bumping into each other constantly Evie and Dillion start a friendship that will go against everything Evie was raised to believe.
Dillon’s character was a strong one. Although he born in Indiana and raised on a farm he is not your average country boy. He does not see color as an issue when he sees Evie. He sees a beautiful smart intelligent woman, whom he wants. He is not afraid to be in a relationship with Evie and will face the challenges as long as they do it together.
“I was wrong. This is where I should be. I let her fears influence me, which was wrong. I shouldn’t have allowed whatever caused her to feel that way affect me.”
“All that doesn’t matter. Only you and I do. It’s what inside a person that counts not the color of their skin.”
Just when Dillon and Evie seem to have their relationship on track tragedy strikes and Dillon makes a decision to walk away from Evie. A decision that has haunted him for years. Evie is left betrayed, angry and remembering her mother’s word about not trusting a white man. Evie moves and meets a nice black named Ty whom she finds comfort in. I loved Ty. I could really sense that he truly was in love with Evie. All is well until Dillon comes back and Evie is left with questions.
I found this to be a quick read. I wished there was more detail into Dillon and Evie’s reconciliation. All in all the author throws in secrets and revelations that add a bit of excitement into the story. I really loved her writing, the details flowed nicely over all it was an enjoyable read.
When I read the blurb I will admit the interracial romance caught my eye as well how Dillon and Evie sizzle on the dance floor. Going in I had an idea the topic would be an intense read since it was based on an interracial relationship. The author handle the topic really well. Yes there was conflict and drama but not from the outside but more so from inner turmoil’s. The author wrote Dillon and Evie’s love story in a way that is easy to follow and not long or drawn out.
Evie’s mom wants the best for Evie. She wants her to go to school and meet and marry a nice black man. The only thing she asks Evie is to never fall for a white man. Little does her mother know that Dillon, is white and he is going after Evie with everything he has. When Evie sees Dillon for the first time, she notices he is gorgeous but he just rubs her the wrong way. Bumping into each other constantly Evie and Dillion start a friendship that will go against everything Evie was raised to believe.
Dillon’s character was a strong one. Although he born in Indiana and raised on a farm he is not your average country boy. He does not see color as an issue when he sees Evie. He sees a beautiful smart intelligent woman, whom he wants. He is not afraid to be in a relationship with Evie and will face the challenges as long as they do it together.
“I was wrong. This is where I should be. I let her fears influence me, which was wrong. I shouldn’t have allowed whatever caused her to feel that way affect me.”
“All that doesn’t matter. Only you and I do. It’s what inside a person that counts not the color of their skin.”
Just when Dillon and Evie seem to have their relationship on track tragedy strikes and Dillon makes a decision to walk away from Evie. A decision that has haunted him for years. Evie is left betrayed, angry and remembering her mother’s word about not trusting a white man. Evie moves and meets a nice black named Ty whom she finds comfort in. I loved Ty. I could really sense that he truly was in love with Evie. All is well until Dillon comes back and Evie is left with questions.
I found this to be a quick read. I wished there was more detail into Dillon and Evie’s reconciliation. All in all the author throws in secrets and revelations that add a bit of excitement into the story. I really loved her writing, the details flowed nicely over all it was an enjoyable read.
January 27, 2018
Loosened speed read
How I wish I could give this book half a star! Almost half the book was dedicated to sneak peaks from her other books. The story itself just felt like a discombobulated read. The book was way too rushed and there needed to be more character development, for the male lead I actually wanted to connect with his story, journey with him though the ordeal that he suffered through. This would have been a great opportunity for the author to give us a bit of insight into the life of a double amputee, but she fell mighty short of this. It felt like what happened to the hero was just haphazardly thrown into the story to give an air of 'angst'. For me this again failed to accomplish the goal.
How I wish I could give this book half a star! Almost half the book was dedicated to sneak peaks from her other books. The story itself just felt like a discombobulated read. The book was way too rushed and there needed to be more character development, for the male lead I actually wanted to connect with his story, journey with him though the ordeal that he suffered through. This would have been a great opportunity for the author to give us a bit of insight into the life of a double amputee, but she fell mighty short of this. It felt like what happened to the hero was just haphazardly thrown into the story to give an air of 'angst'. For me this again failed to accomplish the goal.
December 13, 2014
3.5 Stars
Evie is away at college working hard studying to become a physical therapist what she didn't expect was to find a handsome distraction Dillon. Dillon also a student working working towards his degree to become a veterinarian. After these two literally run into each other more than once sparks fly making it impossible to resist each other. Dillon is everything Evie's mom has warned her about white. Evie's mother has warned Evie her whole life to stay away from white men. White men will leave you and it's best to stay with your own kind. Although Evie promised her mother she would she cannot resist the attraction and chemistry her and Dillon have.
After Dillon promised Evie he wanted forever he disappears. Evie devastated by the loss of Dillon with no word she moves on and finds someone. What she doesn't expect Dillon's return and he wants her back and make up to her him leaving. Can Evie forgive Dillon or is it too late?
This story is is a quick smooth read. Candy's writing style is easy and flows so effortlessly. Why only a 3.5? I gave Save the Last Dance for Me a email 3.5 because I in my opinion the plot and college emotions were elementary. These two loathed each other, or should I say road the line of love & hate, for quite some time but the agree to.study together, have dinner, & sleep together the 2nd time they speak civil to each achieve other. I know that is not surprising but by their 3rd meeting they confess their love for each other. With that being said the plot, writing style, and characters are worth the read but frustrating with the lack of reality put into the characters' emotions. It's It's a sweet story and worth the time.
Reviewed for Hooked On Books
Evie is away at college working hard studying to become a physical therapist what she didn't expect was to find a handsome distraction Dillon. Dillon also a student working working towards his degree to become a veterinarian. After these two literally run into each other more than once sparks fly making it impossible to resist each other. Dillon is everything Evie's mom has warned her about white. Evie's mother has warned Evie her whole life to stay away from white men. White men will leave you and it's best to stay with your own kind. Although Evie promised her mother she would she cannot resist the attraction and chemistry her and Dillon have.
After Dillon promised Evie he wanted forever he disappears. Evie devastated by the loss of Dillon with no word she moves on and finds someone. What she doesn't expect Dillon's return and he wants her back and make up to her him leaving. Can Evie forgive Dillon or is it too late?
This story is is a quick smooth read. Candy's writing style is easy and flows so effortlessly. Why only a 3.5? I gave Save the Last Dance for Me a email 3.5 because I in my opinion the plot and college emotions were elementary. These two loathed each other, or should I say road the line of love & hate, for quite some time but the agree to.study together, have dinner, & sleep together the 2nd time they speak civil to each achieve other. I know that is not surprising but by their 3rd meeting they confess their love for each other. With that being said the plot, writing style, and characters are worth the read but frustrating with the lack of reality put into the characters' emotions. It's It's a sweet story and worth the time.
Reviewed for Hooked On Books
could-not-finish
December 10, 2014So I gave up on this book. What impressed me was how long I lasted. I went into this book with eyes wide open and no preconceptions. In fact even in today's day and age it's rare to see interracial couples starring in their own romance novels even though it's commonplace in society.
I had many a problem with Save the Last Dance for Me. What could have been a decent novel instead was overly rushed, dramatized and bland. So many times scenes try to evoke emotion but the moment is gone before you know it, days pass and it still hurts my head thinking about how much is glossed over, sped up and just plain skipped. Everything is in a rush as if the author and characters themselves were all being held at gunpoint to hurry it all up. The loss of a parent, the misunderstandings of racial stigmas and the secrets that are made to seem important but matter little overcloud this book. Personally it was a mess I just couldn't care about any of the characters or their stories, there was no emotion and everything felt told and pushed upon me.
Sadly I could not finish with all this crazy especially after the halfway point when we learn why her missing beau from the blurb went missing. All I can say about this instance is it was maddening and I just couldn't torture myself anymore... Sorry
Copy provided by Author for Honest Review
I had many a problem with Save the Last Dance for Me. What could have been a decent novel instead was overly rushed, dramatized and bland. So many times scenes try to evoke emotion but the moment is gone before you know it, days pass and it still hurts my head thinking about how much is glossed over, sped up and just plain skipped. Everything is in a rush as if the author and characters themselves were all being held at gunpoint to hurry it all up. The loss of a parent, the misunderstandings of racial stigmas and the secrets that are made to seem important but matter little overcloud this book. Personally it was a mess I just couldn't care about any of the characters or their stories, there was no emotion and everything felt told and pushed upon me.
Sadly I could not finish with all this crazy especially after the halfway point when we learn why her missing beau from the blurb went missing. All I can say about this instance is it was maddening and I just couldn't torture myself anymore... Sorry
Copy provided by Author for Honest Review
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