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Chances #3
Third Strike
Falling for your best friend's sister has never felt so bad yet so damn right.
From USA Today Bestselling author BJ Harvey comes the third and final standalone in the Chance series, this time it's the much anticipated story of Drew and Ashley.
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I have a long history of acting first and thinking it through later. In fact, I'm the definition of a screw up.
Case in point - I’m having a baby with a woman I can’t stand, my ex is now my best friend’s wife, and I’m in love with a woman I can never have.
My biggest secret is falling for my best friend’s sister twelve years ago.
My biggest mistake is thinking I could live without her.
And now my biggest regret is the look on her face the moment I tell everyone I’m already married to the woman they hate most.
From USA Today Bestselling author BJ Harvey comes the third and final standalone in the Chance series, this time it's the much anticipated story of Drew and Ashley.
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I have a long history of acting first and thinking it through later. In fact, I'm the definition of a screw up.
Case in point - I’m having a baby with a woman I can’t stand, my ex is now my best friend’s wife, and I’m in love with a woman I can never have.
My biggest secret is falling for my best friend’s sister twelve years ago.
My biggest mistake is thinking I could live without her.
And now my biggest regret is the look on her face the moment I tell everyone I’m already married to the woman they hate most.
227 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 9, 2019
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B.J. Harvey
60 books1,817 followersBJ Harvey is the USA Today Bestselling Author of the Bliss Series. She also regards herself as a smut peddler, suspense conjurer and a funny romance thinker upper.
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January 8, 2019
5 STARS
Oh.
Oh wow.
Oh my heart.
Oh the feels.
Oh the everything!
I simply loved this book.
There is nothing I love more than a flawed but completely redeemable hero. And it just doesn't get more flawed than Drew. He's so perfectly imperfect and with a heart of gold. The fact that you spend the entire book inside his head was one of my favorite things. You really get to see the heart of gold beneath the well-meaning intentions that turn out to be disastrous decisions.
Drew has always thought of his best friend's family as his own after the loss of his mother. So he's always known that Millen's little sister is entirely hands off. There's just one problem with that; he can't stay away from her. The odds are stacked against them and there's every reason why they can't work, but sometimes love happens when you least expect it.
Third Strike is a romance that spans 12 years; through heartbreak and devastation, life takes Drew and Ash through the ringer. I have to admit, had I not been inside of Drew's head, I probably would have not loved this book as much as I did. This is a man that makes his fair share of mistakes. But understanding the root of them and his intentions, you can't help but fall for his bumbling ways. He's successful, sexy and sure of himself in every aspect of his life...except when it comes to Ash.
This story is no walk in the park. It's painful, and tragic, and downright infuriating at times. But it's also beautiful and emotional and a book that sucks you right in and doesn't let you loose until the very last page. It owned my heart. It made me cry, it made me rage, it made me swoon. And there's one scene in particular that I'm fairly certain made me spontaneously ovulate...
But I digress. If you read the first book in this series, you may have some thoughts on Drew's character. But let me tell you, if you have doubts that you'd like him, you need to read this. He struggles with loyalty to his best friend and his love for his best friend's sister. Every painfully beautiful memory between him and Ash owned my hear.
I still haven't forgiven BJ for bastardizing my name with the twat of a character that she decided to name Lana, but man, even dealing with her was worth it for the experience of this book.
I've loved BJ's romcoms, but she's definitely stolen my heart completely with this beautifully angsty read. I loved it from start to finish and didn't want it to end. I devoured it in a day and can't recommend it enough!
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You’re my beginning, middle, and end, Ash.
Oh.
Oh wow.
Oh my heart.
Oh the feels.
Oh the everything!
I simply loved this book.
There is nothing I love more than a flawed but completely redeemable hero. And it just doesn't get more flawed than Drew. He's so perfectly imperfect and with a heart of gold. The fact that you spend the entire book inside his head was one of my favorite things. You really get to see the heart of gold beneath the well-meaning intentions that turn out to be disastrous decisions.
Drew has always thought of his best friend's family as his own after the loss of his mother. So he's always known that Millen's little sister is entirely hands off. There's just one problem with that; he can't stay away from her. The odds are stacked against them and there's every reason why they can't work, but sometimes love happens when you least expect it.
Third Strike is a romance that spans 12 years; through heartbreak and devastation, life takes Drew and Ash through the ringer. I have to admit, had I not been inside of Drew's head, I probably would have not loved this book as much as I did. This is a man that makes his fair share of mistakes. But understanding the root of them and his intentions, you can't help but fall for his bumbling ways. He's successful, sexy and sure of himself in every aspect of his life...except when it comes to Ash.
This story is no walk in the park. It's painful, and tragic, and downright infuriating at times. But it's also beautiful and emotional and a book that sucks you right in and doesn't let you loose until the very last page. It owned my heart. It made me cry, it made me rage, it made me swoon. And there's one scene in particular that I'm fairly certain made me spontaneously ovulate...
But I digress. If you read the first book in this series, you may have some thoughts on Drew's character. But let me tell you, if you have doubts that you'd like him, you need to read this. He struggles with loyalty to his best friend and his love for his best friend's sister. Every painfully beautiful memory between him and Ash owned my hear.
I still haven't forgiven BJ for bastardizing my name with the twat of a character that she decided to name Lana, but man, even dealing with her was worth it for the experience of this book.
I've loved BJ's romcoms, but she's definitely stolen my heart completely with this beautifully angsty read. I loved it from start to finish and didn't want it to end. I devoured it in a day and can't recommend it enough!
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February 3, 2019
I liked the first story in this series One Shot, and I LOVED the second story Second Chance. I think I may have built my hopes us a little too much for this one after reading the awesome second story. Drew was kind of a skanky manwhore before giving in and doinking his best friend’s (OFF LIMITS) virginal baby sister. But he was also kind of manwhore in between hook ups with Ashley too. He was warned off from her several times by her big brother Millen, but Drew just kept going back to hit that again, even knowing his best friend would be pissed off if he ever found out about their trysts. Of course Drew tried to break it off with Ash several times, but then he’d come back for more again. For a while it was fun experiencing their hook ups, but then it just got tedious. Especially since they decided they would still date other people in between said hookups, and this hook up thingy they had going on went off and on for almost 14 YEARS. Too many years.
Drew ended up looking like a pathetic puss. He refused to tell his best friend he had fallen for his sister. Drew should have had some balls, become a couple with Ashley and told Millen to piss off if he didn’t like it. Ash was right, he gave more shits about his best friend’s feelings than hers. That was about the only time Ashley had much of a backbone though. She let Drew come back over and over again for a day here or there over the years, and just so they could screw and then go back to their old lives again. She pathetically thought he'd grow up and finally want to be with her some day. Their whole scenario felt cheap (and kind of sleezy) to me.
Lana was back again here to give this rather boring story a bit of drama that it desperately needed. The whole Lana debacle was kind of an embarrassing rip off from the first story though.
The ending of this story was way too easy and felt way too fake. I just didn’t buy it, and after almost 14 years of their hookups, I honestly didn’t care if Ashley and Drew actually grew up and finally admitted to everybody that they were now going to be a couple.
April 9, 2019
2 ⭐⭐ - Meh!
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Detailed and honest review here
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I think you understand the story better if you read the previous books.
If you do not read, you will not understand many things.
Our hero has always put his friendship with the heroine's brother in the first place. It was many years of lies and indecision.
He ended up choosing the friendship.
Hero had several women and really started to fall in love with Kenzie. So much so that when she chose Millen, he ended up drunk in bed with Lana.
I think he would stay with Kenzie and not even remember the heroine, far from the eyes, far from the heart.
The poor heroine never moved on, but when she was about to start a romance with another guy, he shows up and spoils everything.
But even so he ends up choosing the friendship and not the love of the two. And he never speaks the words of love she longs for. She is a fool who, since adolescence, is in love with an immature and insecure guy.
He gets into a mess with Lana and does not tell her the details and the reasons for marrying the bitch.
More dramalhama and time apart.
The end was acceptable.
It was an okay reading, but I got tired of so many years lost through indecision.
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Detailed and honest review here
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I think you understand the story better if you read the previous books.
If you do not read, you will not understand many things.
Our hero has always put his friendship with the heroine's brother in the first place. It was many years of lies and indecision.
He ended up choosing the friendship.
Hero had several women and really started to fall in love with Kenzie. So much so that when she chose Millen, he ended up drunk in bed with Lana.
I think he would stay with Kenzie and not even remember the heroine, far from the eyes, far from the heart.
The poor heroine never moved on, but when she was about to start a romance with another guy, he shows up and spoils everything.
But even so he ends up choosing the friendship and not the love of the two. And he never speaks the words of love she longs for. She is a fool who, since adolescence, is in love with an immature and insecure guy.
He gets into a mess with Lana and does not tell her the details and the reasons for marrying the bitch.
More dramalhama and time apart.
The end was acceptable.
It was an okay reading, but I got tired of so many years lost through indecision.
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Ashley Ross: the girl who had a high school crush on me. The girl who gave me her virginity. The same woman who came into my hotel room, told me she loved me, and claimed me as her own all last night and well into this morning.
“Because you’re not the only one who’s fucking married, and as of an hour ago, she’s in labor” I state matter of factly.
I don’t see his fist coming until it’s slamming into my face.
“Kenzie, Lana, and now my sister? Third strike, motherfucker. We’re fucking done.”
I’ve even started casually—very casually—dating Kayley, a nurse from Mercy General. She is twenty-four, a brunette, and has a mouth like a hoover that she loves to use… and often.
He holds out his arm, and we clink our bottles together, eyes locked. “Two years to run amuck. Look out, women of Texas Tech.”
“Don’t stay away, because I’d rather have you here without having you, than not have you in my life at all.”
Ashley: Do you promise to always tell me the truth, even if you think it’ll hurt me? Drew: I don’t ever want to hurt you, Ash. And I’d never do it willingly. But yes, I will always be honest, even if I know you won’t like what I’m being honest about.
You see, Mom was Jon’s secretary. They worked closely together… very closely, it seems, and when things turned physical, Mom became Jon’s little secret. When she fell pregnant with me, I became an even bigger one because when she issued Jon an ultimatum to choose her or his wife and kids, Jon chose them. So Mom never told him about me, not until he received a letter from her lawyer having been instructed...
“This whole night is your turn. Let me cherish you and show you how much tonight means to me. How much you mean to me.”
“Now, I’m only going to say this one more time. I want you, Drew, and I don’t want to wait any longer because the person I was waiting for was you.”
“You’re the only man I ever wanted to share this moment with. But right now,” she says with a kiss so passionate and sweet that I swear she’s trying to kill me, “Right now I really need you to start moving.” She gives a little tentative roll of her hips, her expression only just giving away a slight wince.
Then she speaks and ruins me in the best possible way. “I love you.”
The past two years had seen us fall into a comfortable non-relationship where we’ve remained as close as ever, but we aren’t together. She’s busy with school, and I’ve been focused on forging my own career post-college, studying for my MBA
Ashley and I don’t talk about who we’re dating or even if we’re dating, something which I am extremely grateful for.
Ashley and I have had years of stolen moments and small grabs of time when we can actually just be us, but as much as she’s the person I love most in the world, we’re not in that place where we’re ready to face the consequences of being together.
Love you. Two words she’s said to me time and time again since that night in Vegas, but every time I hear them my heart jumps.
I’ve never said them back to her, that’s something I’ll do the moment I know she’s mine forever, but I hope she knows I feel the same way because every single time she says I love you, I say my own three words back to her.
“Love you, Drew,” she says softly, her eyes closed as she burrows her head into the pillow. “Always, Ash. Forever and always.”
What will he remember? Us lying to him for years? Sneaking behind his back? Or maybe thinking back to the number of fucking women you’ve been banging since the day we met!”
“I’ll take you however I can have you, Drew. It’s you that matters to me. I’ll take all the parts you give me, all the parts you let me see until I can have it all because I know in the end, it’ll be everything I’ll ever need.”
All I know is I’m not willing to lose her. And I’m not willing to lose the closest thing I’ve had to a brother—not counting my father’s sons.
She’s not once been in a relationship with another guy since the douchebag and prom night, and the fact that after more than six years, neither one of us have made the decision to tell Millen must mean we just weren’t meant to be.
Her head snaps up. “No, Drew. You’ve said your piece, and now it’s time to say what I think. You’re being a coward. You think you’re doing the right thing by me, but really, you’re sacrificing everything we could be because you’ve given up on the chance of it ever happening.”
“When you meet the man you’re meant to be with, you’ll know I’m right.
“Funny that since the night of my senior prom, I always thought you were that man.”
“Complicated? Fucked up? Toxic? Amazing? One of a kind? Something that could cost me more than just my heart? Maybe my sanity, and any hope of a future with someone who actually wants to be with me.”
“I try to get on with my life and just when I see the smallest glimmer of hope that there might be some way I can move on from you, you appear again and snatch it away, reeling me back in. And you don’t even have to try.
“You’ve just never realized that you’ve always been that man for me—you’ve just been too scared to fight for it… or us.”
“I want you, Ash. I don’t ever want you to doubt that.” “Yet five months ago, you chose my brother over me.”
The one bright light was meeting Kenzie Sharp in a bar in Davis.
The night I met her, I felt a flicker inside what had become a giant black hole in my chest. She had sass, she had style, and, during a drunken tirade when she stood on a bar and spoke of hope being dead and buried, I even saw something in her that called to me; she was a kindred spirit of sorts.
She was the first person since Ash who I actively pursued.
..and found myself falling for her.
Women like Kenzie make you want to hope that life has other plans for you, that maybe everything that’s happened in your past were simply stepping stones toward something bigger and better.
When he took Kenzie away to the lake house while still engaged to Lana, I made the second-biggest mistake of my life—I got drunk and slept with Lana.
“Well, I did peg you for a man-whore the first time I met you,” she says, slouching back into the cushions and crossing her long, tanned legs in front of her, drawing my attention to them.
...back at the one question I really didn’t expect. “How many times did you sleep with Lana?” “Twice. Once after I caught you and Kenz in the hallway, and once more when she called me all upset after finding out you’d gone away to the lake house.”
“What we had was never what it could’ve been because you were always running scared. How do I know that anything has changed?”
“Because you’re not the only one who’s fucking married, and as of an hour ago, she’s in labor,” I state matter of factly.
“Kenzie, Lana, and now my sister? Third strike, motherfucker. We’re fucking done.”
‘You’re not the only one who’s fucking married’ He married Lana and last night he told me he loved me.
The look on her face when I announced I was married to Lana will haunt me forever.
January 6, 2019
“𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐠𝐨.”
How many times can a heart break before it becomes completely irreparable? I knew it! I knew that Ashley and Drew’s story was going to be a tough one. I knew that this book was going to HURT SO GOOD! Make way for the BEST BOOK in the series…𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐤𝐞 by B.J. Harvey was an emotional MASTERPIECE…an ANGSTY gem that will rip your heart to shreds! I absolutely LOVED it!
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How many times can a heart break before it becomes completely irreparable? I knew it! I knew that Ashley and Drew’s story was going to be a tough one. I knew that this book was going to HURT SO GOOD! Make way for the BEST BOOK in the series…𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐤𝐞 by B.J. Harvey was an emotional MASTERPIECE…an ANGSTY gem that will rip your heart to shreds! I absolutely LOVED it!
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April 5, 2020
Many levels of convoluted. At first impressions Drew the H is a misguided fool exercising poor judgement, keeping secrets, hiding the truth and keeping silent about his feelings.
Backstory: In One Shot (Book One) we first met Drew...as Kenzie’s ’arrangement’. Kenzie, was initially involved with Millen (Drew’s best friend). Millen ghosted Kenzie and later materialised at her place of work (bar), engaged to Lana. Lana’s father recently purchased the bar and Lana hates Kenzie...the feeling is entirely mutual (Lana’s father and Kenzie’s mother were involved in the past).
Millen and Drew are both unassuming and believe Lana to be harmless (if a Praying Mantis is harmless). In a moment of weakness, Drew allegedly impregnates his best friend’s fiancée and Lana claims Millen as the father. Drew eventually ‘grows a pair’ and declares he is the father nullifying the impending nuptials.
Lana is without a moral compass, after setting her sights on Millen years ago, she transfers that focus on entrapping guileless Drew-Millen remaining the ultimate goal. She has no redeeming qualities- and revels preying on her victims using her unborn baby as a weapon.
Drew remains in love with Ashley (Millen’s sister) for over a decade, out of fear he never openly claimed their relationship to anyone.
Deciding to attend Millen and Kenzie’s nuptials, Lana upstages the ceremony by scheduling an elective C-Section forcing him to acknowledge she is in Labour and revealing his marriage to her.
Ashley’s shocked outburst given they spent the night before together sans Drew admitting he married the wench, results in an altercation during which Millen disavows their friendship.
Later, all is revealed - the baby Travis, is not Drew’s...nor Millen’s. Ashley finally returns with a surprise and Millen and Drew mend their strained friendship.
Backstory: In One Shot (Book One) we first met Drew...as Kenzie’s ’arrangement’. Kenzie, was initially involved with Millen (Drew’s best friend). Millen ghosted Kenzie and later materialised at her place of work (bar), engaged to Lana. Lana’s father recently purchased the bar and Lana hates Kenzie...the feeling is entirely mutual (Lana’s father and Kenzie’s mother were involved in the past).
Millen and Drew are both unassuming and believe Lana to be harmless (if a Praying Mantis is harmless). In a moment of weakness, Drew allegedly impregnates his best friend’s fiancée and Lana claims Millen as the father. Drew eventually ‘grows a pair’ and declares he is the father nullifying the impending nuptials.
Lana is without a moral compass, after setting her sights on Millen years ago, she transfers that focus on entrapping guileless Drew-Millen remaining the ultimate goal. She has no redeeming qualities- and revels preying on her victims using her unborn baby as a weapon.
Drew remains in love with Ashley (Millen’s sister) for over a decade, out of fear he never openly claimed their relationship to anyone.
Deciding to attend Millen and Kenzie’s nuptials, Lana upstages the ceremony by scheduling an elective C-Section forcing him to acknowledge she is in Labour and revealing his marriage to her.
Ashley’s shocked outburst given they spent the night before together sans Drew admitting he married the wench, results in an altercation during which Millen disavows their friendship.
Later, all is revealed - the baby Travis, is not Drew’s...nor Millen’s. Ashley finally returns with a surprise and Millen and Drew mend their strained friendship.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 15, 2019
Third Strike is the 3rd book in the Chances Series, from rom-com author, BJ Harvey. But she veered slightly away from the humor and decided to hit us with a dose of heavy angst with this series. And boy did she nail it.
Drew has been a part of each book and was a pretty pivotal character in One Shot, I wasn't sure if Drew was going to be capable of redemption. Well not so much redemption, but able to get himself out of the mess he made with his life and the multiple poor choices that led him to finally getting his story.
Now, I'm gonna just assume if you're reading this review, you've read at least book one. If not, WTF is wrong with you? Who reads reviews from the 3rd book in a series if they haven't read the prior books!?!?!
Drew has made a lot of mistakes as Millen's best friend - there was that one time he was trying date the love of Millen's life, then that one time he knocked up that chick and now we're getting a chance to relive the romance that sparked between Drew and Millen's little sister, Ashley.
I wasn't really certain how BJH was going to tell this story. There was quite a big mess for Drew to clean up and I just didn't know if I could get over that whole Lana thing. But I loved watching the forbidden love story unfold between Ashley and Drew. My heart broke for the multiple false starts and heartbreak and I think part of my heart is still left on the curb of that fictional street, outside of that fictional restaurant.
But it wasn't enough for BJH to gut us with just the right love at the wrong time, she had to shatter us as Drew's story developed.
Third Strike was angsty, steamy and heartbreakingly beautiful. I've read every BJH release and this is by far her best one yet. Each book/story just gets better and better and I can't wait to see what she delivers next.
February 21, 2019
This is a story that has been simmering away in the background of the first two books and it’s finally Drew’s time to shine… well that is a slight exaggeration, more like his time to finally get his shit together is more apt?
This story begins with a prologue, one that this author loves to dangle in front of the reader to build the anticipation of what is to come. A few bombshells are dropped and then we go back to the beginning of how Drew first met Ashley and how their friendship developed over the years.
Drew has been flirting with Ashley since they were a young. However, she is forbidden fruit, his best friends baby sister. There are many reasons why he should stay away from her but there has always been this pull between them. Harmless flirtations as teenagers has led to many stolen moments between them. Most of them were times when Drew was entrusted with Ashley, as in his best mate was counting on him to look out for his sister.
They have been there for each other through tough times and happy times but it has always been a carefree, casual thing. They may often go off in their own directions, sometimes for several years, but all roads seem to lead back to each other. It’s like there is an unspoken promise, that they belong to each other.
They have never made a commitment to each other, how could he when Drew knew that Ashley would be better off with someone better than him. Someone that could give her everything she deserves. Why then does the thought of her settling down with someone else make him insanely jealous? Everyone knows the drill with these FWB arrangements right? It’s all fun and games until ‘feelings’ comes down the slide at the playground.
To add to the complication of what they have together, Drew has a baby daddy drama to deal with plus the crazy mother of the baby drama. He has let his best mate down time after time and disappointed people he truly care about. He knows that if he is to ever have a real chance of a future with Ashley he needs to get his shit together to be the man worthy of her.
This is a story that spans twelve years with a beautifully flawed man who desperately seeks his happy ever after with the girl he gave his heart to as a young man. Drew, you have redeemed yourself ☺
This story begins with a prologue, one that this author loves to dangle in front of the reader to build the anticipation of what is to come. A few bombshells are dropped and then we go back to the beginning of how Drew first met Ashley and how their friendship developed over the years.
Drew has been flirting with Ashley since they were a young. However, she is forbidden fruit, his best friends baby sister. There are many reasons why he should stay away from her but there has always been this pull between them. Harmless flirtations as teenagers has led to many stolen moments between them. Most of them were times when Drew was entrusted with Ashley, as in his best mate was counting on him to look out for his sister.
They have been there for each other through tough times and happy times but it has always been a carefree, casual thing. They may often go off in their own directions, sometimes for several years, but all roads seem to lead back to each other. It’s like there is an unspoken promise, that they belong to each other.
They have never made a commitment to each other, how could he when Drew knew that Ashley would be better off with someone better than him. Someone that could give her everything she deserves. Why then does the thought of her settling down with someone else make him insanely jealous? Everyone knows the drill with these FWB arrangements right? It’s all fun and games until ‘feelings’ comes down the slide at the playground.
To add to the complication of what they have together, Drew has a baby daddy drama to deal with plus the crazy mother of the baby drama. He has let his best mate down time after time and disappointed people he truly care about. He knows that if he is to ever have a real chance of a future with Ashley he needs to get his shit together to be the man worthy of her.
This is a story that spans twelve years with a beautifully flawed man who desperately seeks his happy ever after with the girl he gave his heart to as a young man. Drew, you have redeemed yourself ☺
December 16, 2019
*5 Stars*
Third Strike is my favourite book of this series. I'm so glad I finally caught up, and Drew's story was the one I was waiting for since One Shot. I was not disappointed.
BJ threw me for a loop right at the start, with that damned revelation in the prologue. We then get Drew and Ashley's story which spans over a very long period of time. I really liked these two together, even though a lot of the time I wanted to tell them just to speak up to the others around them *ahem, Millen* and get past the fears holding them back.
Drew sure does go through an awful lot in this book, and even though he makes some silly choices at times, he has a good heart. He's really just a little bit misguided.
There is one particular who character who makes an appearance in this book who I absolutely despise. I hate them with a passion. They play into a huge part of the storyline as well, and I was very intrigued as to how Drews situation with them came about.
I really enjoyed the ride that this book takes you on, through all the ups and downs of Drews life so far. The ending also quite surprised me, but it was quite fitting after everything that had happened. These two are probably the most relatable characters for me, and it was great to finish out the series on their book. Definitely recommend.
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Third Strike is my favourite book of this series. I'm so glad I finally caught up, and Drew's story was the one I was waiting for since One Shot. I was not disappointed.
BJ threw me for a loop right at the start, with that damned revelation in the prologue. We then get Drew and Ashley's story which spans over a very long period of time. I really liked these two together, even though a lot of the time I wanted to tell them just to speak up to the others around them *ahem, Millen* and get past the fears holding them back.
Drew sure does go through an awful lot in this book, and even though he makes some silly choices at times, he has a good heart. He's really just a little bit misguided.
There is one particular who character who makes an appearance in this book who I absolutely despise. I hate them with a passion. They play into a huge part of the storyline as well, and I was very intrigued as to how Drews situation with them came about.
I really enjoyed the ride that this book takes you on, through all the ups and downs of Drews life so far. The ending also quite surprised me, but it was quite fitting after everything that had happened. These two are probably the most relatable characters for me, and it was great to finish out the series on their book. Definitely recommend.
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January 7, 2019
Third strike was a great story in would be the second book that I've read by B.J Harvey and I know it wont be last .This did have its ups an downs at times I was super frustrated with the characters and other points I fell even more in love with them . This can be read as a standalone
copy provided for honest review
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hero=8 heroine=8 secondary characters=8
Chemistry=9 steam=6 romance=8
humor=3 darkness level=3 action=3 mystery= 3
enjoyment=8 angst=4 story line=9 Story ending=9
character development=9 pacing= 9
cover= 10 Blurb =10 Stars =4
Is this part of a series =yes
Can it be read as a standalone = yes
would I recommend this book=yes
would I re read this book= yes
would I read future books by this author= yes
copy provided for honest review
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hero=8 heroine=8 secondary characters=8
Chemistry=9 steam=6 romance=8
humor=3 darkness level=3 action=3 mystery= 3
enjoyment=8 angst=4 story line=9 Story ending=9
character development=9 pacing= 9
cover= 10 Blurb =10 Stars =4
Is this part of a series =yes
Can it be read as a standalone = yes
would I recommend this book=yes
would I re read this book= yes
would I read future books by this author= yes
December 20, 2018
ARC received for an honest review
I have been impatiently awaiting the arrive of Third Strike, and Ms Harvey has not disappointed.
If you have read the previous two books, you will remember Drew and Ashley - Millen's best friend and his sister.
Firstly, if you have read my One Shot review, you will remember that I was not a fan of Millen - and I didn't get 10% into this book before he was pissing me off again.
But I digress - Drew and Ashley.
Theirs is a story that spans a decade, and spanned the whole range of my emotions.
Drew's life is all kinds of messed up, and there are people in his life that I just want to throat punch. I am sure you will too when you get reading.
This book is such a heartbreaking, emotional rollercoaster of a story. I may have shed a tear or two as I was reading.
I don't want to give anything away, as you need to feel the rush, the anger, the hurt, the love all for yourself.
I am going to miss this gang now that the series is over.
I have been impatiently awaiting the arrive of Third Strike, and Ms Harvey has not disappointed.
If you have read the previous two books, you will remember Drew and Ashley - Millen's best friend and his sister.
Firstly, if you have read my One Shot review, you will remember that I was not a fan of Millen - and I didn't get 10% into this book before he was pissing me off again.
But I digress - Drew and Ashley.
Theirs is a story that spans a decade, and spanned the whole range of my emotions.
Drew's life is all kinds of messed up, and there are people in his life that I just want to throat punch. I am sure you will too when you get reading.
This book is such a heartbreaking, emotional rollercoaster of a story. I may have shed a tear or two as I was reading.
I don't want to give anything away, as you need to feel the rush, the anger, the hurt, the love all for yourself.
I am going to miss this gang now that the series is over.
January 12, 2019
OMG I can't believe this is the last book in the series. I could not wait to read this book because Drew captured my heart since book one. I knew there was a reason why he was the way he was but I never imagined what went down because I just figured he was an arsehole for no reason. Why he acted so weird around Ashley. I mean he and Millen are best friends and Ashley is Millen's sister so I thought he would be cool to Ashley but he acted weird around her and to find out that he loved her all those years was amazing!
The journey Drew and Ashley went on through the years really broke my heart. Ashley loved Drew and she held back just like Drew did. Only Drew went on to get in a relationship that he hated and things went down that almost broke him. Thank God Ashley was their for him because he needed someone to be strong for him. Their love story has lasted 12 years and the ups and downs they go through was worth it in the end. When they finally come together as a couple was amazing and made me cry. I wanted more of them because this story was so amazing!
The journey Drew and Ashley went on through the years really broke my heart. Ashley loved Drew and she held back just like Drew did. Only Drew went on to get in a relationship that he hated and things went down that almost broke him. Thank God Ashley was their for him because he needed someone to be strong for him. Their love story has lasted 12 years and the ups and downs they go through was worth it in the end. When they finally come together as a couple was amazing and made me cry. I wanted more of them because this story was so amazing!
December 26, 2018
Ok as far as fave forbidden / second chance romances go this one definitely sits at the top of the list.
Drew and Ashley’s story is just full of angst. This book definitely puts you through the ringer. I’ll be honest there were times that I wanted to jump right in and literally slap the hell out of some of these characters.
While there is an HEA it doesn’t come easily and is riddled with heartbreak. And if you love stories that have ups and downs and ones that might make you want to throw your kindle/tablet/book etc then Third Strike is a definite must read. Out of this entire series I would say this one is the angstiest of them all.
This is one of those books that will definitely have your emotions all over the place.
Drew and Ashley’s story is just full of angst. This book definitely puts you through the ringer. I’ll be honest there were times that I wanted to jump right in and literally slap the hell out of some of these characters.
While there is an HEA it doesn’t come easily and is riddled with heartbreak. And if you love stories that have ups and downs and ones that might make you want to throw your kindle/tablet/book etc then Third Strike is a definite must read. Out of this entire series I would say this one is the angstiest of them all.
This is one of those books that will definitely have your emotions all over the place.
August 29, 2022
This was my favourite of the trilogy. Lana certainly left her mark on Mullen, Kenzie, Drew and Ash.
This is Drew’s struggle to be with Ash ….one step forward, six steps back.
All is not as it seems.
This is Drew’s struggle to be with Ash ….one step forward, six steps back.
All is not as it seems.
January 9, 2019
Third Strike (Chances #3) by BJ Harvey
5 stars!!!
BJ Harvey waited 4 years for a five-star review from me, and now she has had two on the trot. I absolutely adored Second Chance, but she blew it out the water for me with Third Strike, my new favourite of this series. This is testament to how her writing has grown in leaps and bounds and as she adds layers, depth, builds the angst, her character connection and a huge dose of emotion she has crafted a winning series.
Third Strike is almost all written through the male POV with our hero, Drew. Drew has been a side character throughout this series, and now BJ Harvey has given us his story, and what a doozy it was. There is something for everyone in this book, with second chance romance, best friends’ sister and a forbidden love trope that was executed to perfection. Spanning more than a decade, BJ Harvey ramps up the angst as Drew fights his love for someone he knows is totally off-limits and no matter which way he swings, he knows he will lose someone…the love of his life, or his best friend.
Throughout this series we have had glimmers of Drew as a character and if you thought you knew him…scrub the slate clean, because Drew is something else altogether. Drew wears his heart on his sleeve in this book and BJ Harvey cuts him open for the reader to see, there was no hiding for Drew in this book. The angst, the heartbreak and the pure devastation is testament to the deep-rooted feelings that both these characters have for one and other and knowing on the other hand that it would never, ever work.
My heart was put through the wringer in this book, every ounce of compassion, love and anger were expertly extracted as the tears fell, the frustration built and the anger bubbled to uncontrollable levels. If you have read this series you are well aware of she who shall not be named, and she is back to her vile best in Third Strike. This book was pure torture at times, but those are often the best kinds of books, infuriating, heart-breaking, heart-warming, stunningly beautiful, emotional and down-right tragic at times.
Drew will capture your hearts as easily as he did Ashley’s, Millen’s sister and our flawed hero’s heart is pulled in all directions. Despite being confident, assured and sexy as hell, Drew still has his issues and being the “adopted” son of Millen’s family only pulls his moral compass even further from his hearts. Drew had so much to lose and always tries to do the best he can to juggle all the balls and keep everyone happy, even if that meant he was the loser in the end. Drew is the king of mistakes as he fumbles through his conscience and what his heart is telling him, but his heart was always in the right place. There is so much I want to spill, but I cannot ruin it for you, but wrap your Kindle in bubble wrap, as it is in for one hell of a bumpy ride. I cannot wait to see what comes next from BJ Harvey as we sadly say goodbye to this motley crew.
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5 stars!!!
“The day I stop believing will be the day I know I’ve lost you, and that’s not something I’m willing to think about.”
BJ Harvey waited 4 years for a five-star review from me, and now she has had two on the trot. I absolutely adored Second Chance, but she blew it out the water for me with Third Strike, my new favourite of this series. This is testament to how her writing has grown in leaps and bounds and as she adds layers, depth, builds the angst, her character connection and a huge dose of emotion she has crafted a winning series.
“Do it right and make it count.”
“I’ll make it right, then I’ll make her mine. I promise.”
Third Strike is almost all written through the male POV with our hero, Drew. Drew has been a side character throughout this series, and now BJ Harvey has given us his story, and what a doozy it was. There is something for everyone in this book, with second chance romance, best friends’ sister and a forbidden love trope that was executed to perfection. Spanning more than a decade, BJ Harvey ramps up the angst as Drew fights his love for someone he knows is totally off-limits and no matter which way he swings, he knows he will lose someone…the love of his life, or his best friend.
“I’d never want to hurt you. This is the only time I’ll ever do it willingly.”
Throughout this series we have had glimmers of Drew as a character and if you thought you knew him…scrub the slate clean, because Drew is something else altogether. Drew wears his heart on his sleeve in this book and BJ Harvey cuts him open for the reader to see, there was no hiding for Drew in this book. The angst, the heartbreak and the pure devastation is testament to the deep-rooted feelings that both these characters have for one and other and knowing on the other hand that it would never, ever work.
“I’m a hot mess, wrapped up in a cloud of fuck-ups, with no light at the end of the tunnel to show me the way to future happiness.”
My heart was put through the wringer in this book, every ounce of compassion, love and anger were expertly extracted as the tears fell, the frustration built and the anger bubbled to uncontrollable levels. If you have read this series you are well aware of she who shall not be named, and she is back to her vile best in Third Strike. This book was pure torture at times, but those are often the best kinds of books, infuriating, heart-breaking, heart-warming, stunningly beautiful, emotional and down-right tragic at times.
“You’re either all the way in or you let me go. One of us has to draw a line in the sand.”
Drew will capture your hearts as easily as he did Ashley’s, Millen’s sister and our flawed hero’s heart is pulled in all directions. Despite being confident, assured and sexy as hell, Drew still has his issues and being the “adopted” son of Millen’s family only pulls his moral compass even further from his hearts. Drew had so much to lose and always tries to do the best he can to juggle all the balls and keep everyone happy, even if that meant he was the loser in the end. Drew is the king of mistakes as he fumbles through his conscience and what his heart is telling him, but his heart was always in the right place. There is so much I want to spill, but I cannot ruin it for you, but wrap your Kindle in bubble wrap, as it is in for one hell of a bumpy ride. I cannot wait to see what comes next from BJ Harvey as we sadly say goodbye to this motley crew.
“Forever and always.”
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January 13, 2021
Drew and Ash. A love story that spans a lifetime and one I still can’t stop thinking about. BJ Harvey has written one of her most powerful books to date with Third Strike. Digging deep to relay every single bit of intensity that is this couple. Taking the notion of a forbidden love to new heights with this all-encompassing story of want and need and the very definition of meant to be.
Having been able to see Drew as the funny ‘sidekick’ so to speak to his best friend Millen in prior books, I was always very curious about his side of things and if his good intentions were sincere or if he was the screw up he portrayed. From the very start, I felt the want that Drew had for Ash, as they meet one sunny afternoon, poolside at Millen’s house when they were just 20 and 17. Theirs was an immediate reaction to the other and is the beginning of years of heartache and despair that I wasn’t sure either would survive.
The Author takes us on a journey through the many twists and turns that ultimately define Drew and Ash’s romance. My heart broke right along with them as they are desperate to keep their affair private, not wanting to hurt Millen and threaten long-time relationships.
The passion between them is beyond incredible. Talk about no one else existing when they are together. These two have as strong a pull towards one another as I’ve ever seen. And as they experience a plethora of starts and stops, years of frustration with a hint of sweet joy mixed in just to mess with their hearts over and over again, I was as broken up as they were, about their missed opportunities to come clean and to have the life they were supposed to have with each other.
I loved seeing Drew grow into a responsible and loving man. His transformation wasn’t easy and the underlying reasons as to his newfound pride and struggle for responsibility is the biggest surprise of all. Reaching rock bottom, I was truly proud of him and to watch as those closest to him feel the same had me in tears.
With an ending that had me blubbering like a fool, Third Strike will undoubtedly be one of my very favorites for 2019. BJ Harvey put me through the wringer and I applaud her ability to write a book rich with emotion that brought me to my knees more than once.
It is simply superb and deserves 5+ huge stars! This one is not to be missed.
Having been able to see Drew as the funny ‘sidekick’ so to speak to his best friend Millen in prior books, I was always very curious about his side of things and if his good intentions were sincere or if he was the screw up he portrayed. From the very start, I felt the want that Drew had for Ash, as they meet one sunny afternoon, poolside at Millen’s house when they were just 20 and 17. Theirs was an immediate reaction to the other and is the beginning of years of heartache and despair that I wasn’t sure either would survive.
The Author takes us on a journey through the many twists and turns that ultimately define Drew and Ash’s romance. My heart broke right along with them as they are desperate to keep their affair private, not wanting to hurt Millen and threaten long-time relationships.
The passion between them is beyond incredible. Talk about no one else existing when they are together. These two have as strong a pull towards one another as I’ve ever seen. And as they experience a plethora of starts and stops, years of frustration with a hint of sweet joy mixed in just to mess with their hearts over and over again, I was as broken up as they were, about their missed opportunities to come clean and to have the life they were supposed to have with each other.
I loved seeing Drew grow into a responsible and loving man. His transformation wasn’t easy and the underlying reasons as to his newfound pride and struggle for responsibility is the biggest surprise of all. Reaching rock bottom, I was truly proud of him and to watch as those closest to him feel the same had me in tears.
With an ending that had me blubbering like a fool, Third Strike will undoubtedly be one of my very favorites for 2019. BJ Harvey put me through the wringer and I applaud her ability to write a book rich with emotion that brought me to my knees more than once.
It is simply superb and deserves 5+ huge stars! This one is not to be missed.
January 9, 2019
* A review copy was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review *
~ 5 Forever and Always Stars ~
FULL REVIEW to come on Release Day....AMAZING!! My favorite of this series!! So full of angst and emotion...you will want to read this book/series
FULL REVIEW Now Posted::
Are you a fan of angst?? Then you need to read Third Strike by BJ Harvey.
Third Strike is the third and final book in BJ Harvey’s Chances Series. I wouldn’t recommend reading them out of order. Each book is about a new couple but the storyline is interconnected throughout all the books. So this is a series you will want to read from the beginning.
I am a HUGE fan of BJ Harvey’s writing. She continues to give us amazing storylines and characters we can fall in love with. Her writing is flawless and captivating. Third Strike is definitely my favorite in this series, and I loved the first 2 books.
I am not going to talk about the storyline much because I don’t want to spoil the other books in this series or this book. Plus this is a book you need to go into blind so that you can experience all the emotions that are brought out of these characters!!
I will say this, this book is about Drew (Millen’s BFF) and Ashley (Millen’s sister). We first met them in book 1....One Shot. I knew once I found out that these two were getting a book it was going to be good. This story spans over a 12 year timeframe. We get to see Drew and Ash when they first meet to the present time. I loved how h
This story was told and how everything unfolded. This book definitely had me pinned to the pages and kept me on my toes.
This is a story that is full of love, emotion, sexy times and heartbreak. Just know in the end your heart will be put back together.
Buckle up because this book will take you and your heart on one heck of a ride!!
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~ 5 Forever and Always Stars ~
FULL REVIEW to come on Release Day....AMAZING!! My favorite of this series!! So full of angst and emotion...you will want to read this book/series
FULL REVIEW Now Posted::
Are you a fan of angst?? Then you need to read Third Strike by BJ Harvey.
Third Strike is the third and final book in BJ Harvey’s Chances Series. I wouldn’t recommend reading them out of order. Each book is about a new couple but the storyline is interconnected throughout all the books. So this is a series you will want to read from the beginning.
I am a HUGE fan of BJ Harvey’s writing. She continues to give us amazing storylines and characters we can fall in love with. Her writing is flawless and captivating. Third Strike is definitely my favorite in this series, and I loved the first 2 books.
I am not going to talk about the storyline much because I don’t want to spoil the other books in this series or this book. Plus this is a book you need to go into blind so that you can experience all the emotions that are brought out of these characters!!
I will say this, this book is about Drew (Millen’s BFF) and Ashley (Millen’s sister). We first met them in book 1....One Shot. I knew once I found out that these two were getting a book it was going to be good. This story spans over a 12 year timeframe. We get to see Drew and Ash when they first meet to the present time. I loved how h
This story was told and how everything unfolded. This book definitely had me pinned to the pages and kept me on my toes.
This is a story that is full of love, emotion, sexy times and heartbreak. Just know in the end your heart will be put back together.
Buckle up because this book will take you and your heart on one heck of a ride!!
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January 15, 2019
Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! This series has been one fantastic roller coaster after another.
I was smitten with Drew since the first book and he may have had issues and reasons for being the way he was but he had his reasons. I mean, seriously you're really in a pickle if you get an ultimatum, either family or love and Drew had no choice but to pick family because the Ross's have always been like a family to him and Millen like a true brother. You really don't know if you should or could cross the line when it comes to your best friend's little sister. But sometimes love conquers all.
To have to have been put in a position of not knowing right from wrong or choosing right from wrong, it just leaves you completely shattered. This was my favorite book in the series and it stole my heart because of all the emotions and heartache Ash and Drew went through, it was just heartbreaking. They enjoyed their time together and never put a label on their "relationship" because they knew they couldn't. Ash was the bigger person in this story and I give her props for it. For as much as it hurt her and she loved Drew with all her heart, she knew what she had to do even if it broke her heart.
Lots of ups and downs and Drew really took the brunt of it all because he's the ONLY one who seemed to always find himself in situations that he later couldn't see himself out of. It killed me that he did this, but some of them were unintentional and just happened.
The end question is, can Ash and Drew get past all that has gotten in their way and live an HEA or will there always be obstacles and/or people in the way of their happiness?
Oh my achy little heart couldn't take anymore. I loved how the author gave us all the insight on how things developed between Drew and Ash in this story and didn't leave us wondering how it all became of their non-relationship to begin with.
This is totally a book worth your time, trust me this series will stick to you because all the characters are infuriatingly lovable.
4.5 STARS
**Received an ARC in exchange for an honest review**
I was smitten with Drew since the first book and he may have had issues and reasons for being the way he was but he had his reasons. I mean, seriously you're really in a pickle if you get an ultimatum, either family or love and Drew had no choice but to pick family because the Ross's have always been like a family to him and Millen like a true brother. You really don't know if you should or could cross the line when it comes to your best friend's little sister. But sometimes love conquers all.
To have to have been put in a position of not knowing right from wrong or choosing right from wrong, it just leaves you completely shattered. This was my favorite book in the series and it stole my heart because of all the emotions and heartache Ash and Drew went through, it was just heartbreaking. They enjoyed their time together and never put a label on their "relationship" because they knew they couldn't. Ash was the bigger person in this story and I give her props for it. For as much as it hurt her and she loved Drew with all her heart, she knew what she had to do even if it broke her heart.
Lots of ups and downs and Drew really took the brunt of it all because he's the ONLY one who seemed to always find himself in situations that he later couldn't see himself out of. It killed me that he did this, but some of them were unintentional and just happened.
The end question is, can Ash and Drew get past all that has gotten in their way and live an HEA or will there always be obstacles and/or people in the way of their happiness?
Oh my achy little heart couldn't take anymore. I loved how the author gave us all the insight on how things developed between Drew and Ash in this story and didn't leave us wondering how it all became of their non-relationship to begin with.
This is totally a book worth your time, trust me this series will stick to you because all the characters are infuriatingly lovable.
4.5 STARS
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January 24, 2020
January 2020
I picked this up again not realizing I'd read it before - or at least part of it. I still think it would benefit the reader to read the previous two books in the series. Having said that, this is still a good story.
What made this book great but not amazing: too much time elapsed between the scenes when the primary characters were together. It spans 14-15 years of a relationship that can't be, shouldn't be, is anyway but secret, then has a big culmination that is predictable with a happy ending. The trouble is that if you're reading this as a stand-alone, you might not get a lot of the background story with the secondary characters. The main character here of Drew tends to have a martyr complex, never being able to commit to anything except his friendship with his best friend Millen. He chose Millen again and again, to the detriment of his relationship with Ashley, who is Millen's sister. Again, I wish there had been more detail about the time that goes by between when Ashley and Drew are together. There's a fair amount of his inner dialogue, but I needed more of what influenced his iron-clad decision to keep the relationship a secret.
Oddly, the book doesn't suffer from hearing Ashley's side of things. There's a big climax at the end and we got zero background about that. For all the inner dialogue from Drew, there was no hint of what had happened. Maybe that's all covered in book one? I'll have to read it and find out. I really like BJ Harvey and picked the book up in the first place because it's narrated by Jacob Morgan (Zachary Webber). He's my favorite romance narrator and was, as always, excellent in his audiobook performance.
So my advice is to enjoy this - but after you've read at least the first book. You'll probably have a lot more idea of what's happening than I did.
July 2019
Even though I'm at least a third of the way thru this, I realise I need to read the first two books before going any further with this one. I think it will make a lot more sense.
I picked this up again not realizing I'd read it before - or at least part of it. I still think it would benefit the reader to read the previous two books in the series. Having said that, this is still a good story.
What made this book great but not amazing: too much time elapsed between the scenes when the primary characters were together. It spans 14-15 years of a relationship that can't be, shouldn't be, is anyway but secret, then has a big culmination that is predictable with a happy ending. The trouble is that if you're reading this as a stand-alone, you might not get a lot of the background story with the secondary characters. The main character here of Drew tends to have a martyr complex, never being able to commit to anything except his friendship with his best friend Millen. He chose Millen again and again, to the detriment of his relationship with Ashley, who is Millen's sister. Again, I wish there had been more detail about the time that goes by between when Ashley and Drew are together. There's a fair amount of his inner dialogue, but I needed more of what influenced his iron-clad decision to keep the relationship a secret.
Oddly, the book doesn't suffer from hearing Ashley's side of things. There's a big climax at the end and we got zero background about that. For all the inner dialogue from Drew, there was no hint of what had happened. Maybe that's all covered in book one? I'll have to read it and find out. I really like BJ Harvey and picked the book up in the first place because it's narrated by Jacob Morgan (Zachary Webber). He's my favorite romance narrator and was, as always, excellent in his audiobook performance.
So my advice is to enjoy this - but after you've read at least the first book. You'll probably have a lot more idea of what's happening than I did.
July 2019
Even though I'm at least a third of the way thru this, I realise I need to read the first two books before going any further with this one. I think it will make a lot more sense.
January 8, 2019
It's really hard to put into words the emotions I felt whilst reading this book, but completely emotional was how I found myself. Going from huge smiles to wracking sobs. This book is about circumstance, manipulation and being to afraid to stand up for what you truly believe in and want. Afraid to lose something when you stand to lose, no matter what way you turn.
This love story is one of an epic kind, one that you can't out run, one you can't truly leave behind, no matter the distance or the length in time. This love story and HEA was 15 years in the making. Maybe even before they met. But epic all the same.
Drew and Ashley are amazing and although this book isn't all hearts and flowers, it's beautiful. Their love story is powerful and damn near ends them both. Heartbreak isn't just fleeting in this book it stands front and centre for a lot of the time. The supporting cast have huge roles to play in this book and some play it with hate, revenge and selfishness. But it makes for a intense ride to say the least. Friendships and family are on the line throughout this story and there are more than a few moments that broke my heart.
I thoroughly recommend this amazing book and really can't recommend this series more. The way they are all interlinked and play pivotal roles in each others stories is brilliant. BJ Harvey really knows how to brighten your day but also how to stamp on you heart. Bravo
This love story is one of an epic kind, one that you can't out run, one you can't truly leave behind, no matter the distance or the length in time. This love story and HEA was 15 years in the making. Maybe even before they met. But epic all the same.
Drew and Ashley are amazing and although this book isn't all hearts and flowers, it's beautiful. Their love story is powerful and damn near ends them both. Heartbreak isn't just fleeting in this book it stands front and centre for a lot of the time. The supporting cast have huge roles to play in this book and some play it with hate, revenge and selfishness. But it makes for a intense ride to say the least. Friendships and family are on the line throughout this story and there are more than a few moments that broke my heart.
I thoroughly recommend this amazing book and really can't recommend this series more. The way they are all interlinked and play pivotal roles in each others stories is brilliant. BJ Harvey really knows how to brighten your day but also how to stamp on you heart. Bravo
January 13, 2019
I've been waiting on Third Strike for what seems like FOREVER, ever since Second Chance (Book 2) in the Chances Series gave that sneak peak. It's the story of Drew & Ash's story. See, Ash is Drew's best friend's little sister, and while he's not supposed to want her, they are perfect for each other. Their chemistry is off the charts of course, so though it takes a long time before they act on them, once they do, they light the sheets on fire, but it's all secretive when they can hook up. Somehow along they way though, they have caught strong feelings, but they're keeping it casual, and it really gets to be a lot of push & pull especially since they aren't telling her brother. Then there's the emotional aspect of it for me, as I just want to shake them both, because really now, it doesn't have to be this hard, but I really honestly believe they made it harder, especially Drew. And this all leads to the point to where I know crap is going to hit the fan, and once you read it, you will know what I speak of. That's when the twists really take off, and so does my f-bomb dropping because I'm so livid! And frankly, the cast of secondaries fall into three categories, the good, who stand behind everyone, the bad, who piss me off a bit, and the ugly, self explanatory. So yeah, this story pretty much had it all, and I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND Third Strike & BJ Harvey to ALL!
January 6, 2019
*4.5 stars*
I have been looking forward to this book for a long time now! Drew has been one of those characters that I've been curious but wary of considering everything that has happened.
It also hasn't been easy for Ashley, being the younger sister of Millen... Drew's best friend. Of course, being the big brother Millen is, both Drew and Ashley know they will lose someone that means a lot if they pursue what they are feeling for each other. But, for over a decade, they try but keep it no strings attached, but can't keep the feelings out.
I'm not gonna lie and say I wasn't nervous about this book considering everything that has happened with Drew. But after reading his story, it hasn't been easy for him. And he's just trying to make the best decisions he can (some being stupid... But that's a guy for you, I guess).
I'm so glad they FINALLY got their happily-ever-after after struggling for years to be together. I definitely recommend this series!
I have been looking forward to this book for a long time now! Drew has been one of those characters that I've been curious but wary of considering everything that has happened.
I'm a hot mess, wrapped up in a cloud of f*ck-ups, with no light at the end of the tunnel to show me the way to future happiness.
It also hasn't been easy for Ashley, being the younger sister of Millen... Drew's best friend. Of course, being the big brother Millen is, both Drew and Ashley know they will lose someone that means a lot if they pursue what they are feeling for each other. But, for over a decade, they try but keep it no strings attached, but can't keep the feelings out.
She won't be my dirty little secret. I won't let her be that for me.
You're ruining me for anyone else...And I'm not sure I can do it anymore.
I'm not gonna lie and say I wasn't nervous about this book considering everything that has happened with Drew. But after reading his story, it hasn't been easy for him. And he's just trying to make the best decisions he can (some being stupid... But that's a guy for you, I guess).
I'm so glad they FINALLY got their happily-ever-after after struggling for years to be together. I definitely recommend this series!
January 8, 2019
Woohoo! Drew's story is finally here. I've been looking forward to Drew since the first book in the series, One Shot. We all know from One Shot that Drew messes up big time. HUGE.
Mainly from Drew's POV, Third Strike is written in both the present and past tense, with the development of Drew and Ashley's relationship spanning more than a decade. Drew's attraction to Ashley was immediate upon meeting her, but as Ashley is his best friend Millen's (whom he considers family) little sister, she immediately enters the "Hands Off" zone. Drew is determined to do what he considers to be the right thing. Of course, the insane chemistry and crazy feelings both Drew and Ashley feel for each other makes it very hard for the boundaries Drew set not to be crossed. On the subject of Alana - oh man. I've hated her across all 3 books. She is evil. E.V.I.L.
Poor Drew. He made so many mistakes regarding Ashley. Some parts of this story I loved Drew, other parts I wanted to yell at him. But all the parts were fun to read - so much drama, so much angst, I enjoyed it all. I couldn't wait to get to the end to see it all come together. Great Read.
Mainly from Drew's POV, Third Strike is written in both the present and past tense, with the development of Drew and Ashley's relationship spanning more than a decade. Drew's attraction to Ashley was immediate upon meeting her, but as Ashley is his best friend Millen's (whom he considers family) little sister, she immediately enters the "Hands Off" zone. Drew is determined to do what he considers to be the right thing. Of course, the insane chemistry and crazy feelings both Drew and Ashley feel for each other makes it very hard for the boundaries Drew set not to be crossed. On the subject of Alana - oh man. I've hated her across all 3 books. She is evil. E.V.I.L.
Poor Drew. He made so many mistakes regarding Ashley. Some parts of this story I loved Drew, other parts I wanted to yell at him. But all the parts were fun to read - so much drama, so much angst, I enjoyed it all. I couldn't wait to get to the end to see it all come together. Great Read.
January 1, 2019
Oh, I know what you did here B.J! You set our expectations low for Drew in the other books only to hit us with his story like this!! I actually thought he is the most arrogant and cocky man alive that doesn't know how to appreciate true friendship & love. Deep down I always knew there's something more than meets the eye, that if Ash likes him, he can't be that bad. But I wasn't expecting to see all the beautiful and sometimes frustrating layers that Drew has.
Well chosen when B.J. decided to write this book from Drew's POV and on that particular time frame. I don't think I could have understood Drew's decisions if I wasn't inside his head :))) He's one complex man, loyal but sometimes dummy (eh, men). But otherwise he's a sweetheart. And Ash deserves the trophy for the most understanding person alive. She is the constant from his life when he didn't even know that he need it. I loved their story and their journey was tough and complicated so I was over the moon when they reached their HEA.
Well chosen when B.J. decided to write this book from Drew's POV and on that particular time frame. I don't think I could have understood Drew's decisions if I wasn't inside his head :))) He's one complex man, loyal but sometimes dummy (eh, men). But otherwise he's a sweetheart. And Ash deserves the trophy for the most understanding person alive. She is the constant from his life when he didn't even know that he need it. I loved their story and their journey was tough and complicated so I was over the moon when they reached their HEA.
January 13, 2019
This is the third book in this phenomenal series, and is Drew and Ashley’s turn. This author does a brilliant job in penning this story, as we find out that Drew is nothing like the cocky, and arrogant bad boy he portrays in previous books. Ashley is his best friends’ sister, and their love is forbidden, yet neither of them can deny their feelings. This is a beautifully written powerful story, which is filled with angst, humor, emotion, heartbreak, twists, and love. I was completely enthralled throughout this page turner, and I cannot wait to read more form this exceedingly talented author, whose work I highly recommend for all.
January 15, 2019
I was eagerly awaiting this book after reading Second Chance and BJ didn’t disappoint. Drew and Ash had a bumpy ride from when they first met but I don’t think they could have taken any other route to end up where they did...which by the way was perfect in my eyes.
I would have liked Lana to go down in a firey ball of flames, but then again I’m a total b**ch!
I highly recommend Third Strike and the entire Chances series and BJ.
I would have liked Lana to go down in a firey ball of flames, but then again I’m a total b**ch!
I highly recommend Third Strike and the entire Chances series and BJ.
January 9, 2019
This is the third book in this series and I'm glad we get to see Drew's story. I devoured this book. Highly recommend
October 16, 2024
This is the last book in the series, I'm actually really sad about that. I want more of them all. I fell In love with them all and so heavily invested I don't want to say goodbye. But all good things must come to an end, to make room for more wonderful stories. I felt everything all 3 of these couples went through. I read all 3 books in one day, it was just that good. This book was just a great as the first two. Twists and turns , emotional rollercoaster ride, packed with so much action, spice, drama and more. Wonderful characters, storyline and plots. I can't wait to read more series from this author, highly recommend!
Drew has not had it easy, being brought up without a father losing his mother. He did gain a best friend/brother and his family. Life was looking pretty good for him at the moment. They both where at college together loving life. That is until he met his best friends little sister Ashley. He didn't expect to fall in love but life was cruel bitch at times. Their chemistry is off the charts, they sneak about, as they can never be together. Just as he thinks they can come clean about their relationship and finally be together, she's torn away from him.
So much happens, and he's a coward and she's had enough she don't want to hide there love anymore. But she has no choice but to walk away. Does he lose her for good? Does he grow a pair and fuck what her brother/ his best friend thinks? Grab it and find out.
Drew has not had it easy, being brought up without a father losing his mother. He did gain a best friend/brother and his family. Life was looking pretty good for him at the moment. They both where at college together loving life. That is until he met his best friends little sister Ashley. He didn't expect to fall in love but life was cruel bitch at times. Their chemistry is off the charts, they sneak about, as they can never be together. Just as he thinks they can come clean about their relationship and finally be together, she's torn away from him.
So much happens, and he's a coward and she's had enough she don't want to hide there love anymore. But she has no choice but to walk away. Does he lose her for good? Does he grow a pair and fuck what her brother/ his best friend thinks? Grab it and find out.
August 19, 2024
Kindle
Well written—that’s why I gave it an extra star. Subject matter—that’s why it deserves 1 star.
This is probably the worst mc I have read outside of dark romance. He starts off being a man child & ends up a man child with therapy. You have to listen to his “woe is me” crap for the entire book.
He starts by lusting after his best friend’s sister & begins an infatuation that lasts 14 years until the fmc finally gives in. Spoilers, it’s a somewhat happy ending. For 14 years he thinks only of himself while deluding himself into thinking he’s in love with the fmc & is only doing what’s best.
Am I supposed to believe this guy loves her while he sleeps with her at his whim? When does he show it? When he tells her at several times over the years (after hinting he loves her) that they have to stop seeing each other? Right after sexing her? When he goes caveman & breaks up a seemingly healthy relationship because he’s jealous? When he intimated that he’s never slept with anyone since Kayley?
He held a candle for this woman for years & never told her anything that didn’t pertain to himself. He was selfish & a martyr, and, if you’ve learned anything about me from my reviews, I hate martyrs.
Self serving, assholes.
Well written—that’s why I gave it an extra star. Subject matter—that’s why it deserves 1 star.
This is probably the worst mc I have read outside of dark romance. He starts off being a man child & ends up a man child with therapy. You have to listen to his “woe is me” crap for the entire book.
He starts by lusting after his best friend’s sister & begins an infatuation that lasts 14 years until the fmc finally gives in. Spoilers, it’s a somewhat happy ending. For 14 years he thinks only of himself while deluding himself into thinking he’s in love with the fmc & is only doing what’s best.
Am I supposed to believe this guy loves her while he sleeps with her at his whim? When does he show it? When he tells her at several times over the years (after hinting he loves her) that they have to stop seeing each other? Right after sexing her? When he goes caveman & breaks up a seemingly healthy relationship because he’s jealous? When he intimated that he’s never slept with anyone since Kayley?
He held a candle for this woman for years & never told her anything that didn’t pertain to himself. He was selfish & a martyr, and, if you’ve learned anything about me from my reviews, I hate martyrs.
Self serving, assholes.
January 11, 2019
More than 5 stars!!!
I really can’t stress enough how much I loved this book. I think my favourite thing about this book is the timeframe, it’s set over many years and it feel it gives the story real depth and the reader feels like they’re really on the journey with the characters.
The book is nearly all in Drew’s POV, it’s so rare to find a great book written in the male POV, BJ did a great job giving us a real look into his mind. He’s a totally mess for so long but all through out his life Ashley has always been his anchor, even when he didn’t deserve her and even when he was a total douche bag! But one thing is for sure he loves her fiercely and completely even when they aren’t on the same page.
Ashley is such a cool, sassy, smart and kind person. What she goes through for her man is nothing short of amazing, she never really gives up on him but she does step back at times so Drew can catch up because Ash always knew that Drew was her ‘one’ but Drew needed some time to get there too.
I’m not gonna sugar coat it the angst is off the charts, there are times when you literally have to put the book down and take some deep breaths but the journey is so worth it!!!
I really can’t stress enough how much I loved this book. I think my favourite thing about this book is the timeframe, it’s set over many years and it feel it gives the story real depth and the reader feels like they’re really on the journey with the characters.
The book is nearly all in Drew’s POV, it’s so rare to find a great book written in the male POV, BJ did a great job giving us a real look into his mind. He’s a totally mess for so long but all through out his life Ashley has always been his anchor, even when he didn’t deserve her and even when he was a total douche bag! But one thing is for sure he loves her fiercely and completely even when they aren’t on the same page.
Ashley is such a cool, sassy, smart and kind person. What she goes through for her man is nothing short of amazing, she never really gives up on him but she does step back at times so Drew can catch up because Ash always knew that Drew was her ‘one’ but Drew needed some time to get there too.
I’m not gonna sugar coat it the angst is off the charts, there are times when you literally have to put the book down and take some deep breaths but the journey is so worth it!!!
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