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Calamity Valley #2
Lone Star Protector
If you don’t fight for what you love, you won’t know what you’ve lost When Lauren Mackillop’s shady business partner gambles away her small business, she heads home to Surrender in Calamity Valley, Texas, to lick her wounds and plan her next move. But she walks straight into another battle to thwart a development company’s scheme to take over their charming Texas haven. Determined to safeguard her town, her senses are on alert when the sexy stranger she flirted with while briefly stranded at LAX turns up as the new owner of the saloon. Something’s going on, and this time, Lauren isn’t going to give in without a fight. Mark Sterrett has trouble on his heels and more on the way. To protect his family’s reputation from ruin he’s been tasked with ensuring this land deal goes through. But he’s up against more than he bargained for. Making his life more complicated, he’s drawn to the intriguing and enticing Lauren and as their attraction simmers and the threat to the town heightens, Mark wonders if he can get through the next two weeks with his conscience and his heart intact.
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Jennie Jones
18 books201 followersJennie Jones has been professionally involved in the arts most of her life. Theatre by theatre, stage by stage and later, book by book. From Wales to London to Auckland to Australia.
Jennie lives in Perth, Western Australia and remains a countryfied girl at heart. She has a passion for stately homes and rustic cottages, is fond of collecting too many vintage wares, has numerous pot plants she’s learning how to keep alive, and is happiest when writing stories about life, love, and everything between.
Jennie lives in Perth, Western Australia and remains a countryfied girl at heart. She has a passion for stately homes and rustic cottages, is fond of collecting too many vintage wares, has numerous pot plants she’s learning how to keep alive, and is happiest when writing stories about life, love, and everything between.
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June 7, 2019
I enjoyed being back in Calamity Valley for a meet up with some friends from the first book and to see Lauren overcome the Great-grandfathers curse and find her man and come to terms with her soothsaying gift, this one is a very up and down journey with a lot of humour, fun, and a sensual pull.
Lauren Mackillop always knew that she would return home to her town of Surrender but not the way it happened by being swindled out of her business, the long trek starts with a strange meeting with a man at LAX airport and a pull that she cannot get over, she tells a few stories but makes her way home to the fold of the family, her grandmother Ava, cousin Molly and aunt Marie and here starts a journey to bring the town back to life and stop the developers, but when the stranger from the airport shows up things are about to get a little strange.
Mark Sterret is on a mission to save his family and this means that he has to do what he can to help the developers get their hands on the land in Surrender, but when he runs into the beautiful woman from the airport again he knows he cannot do anything but help her and the town out with their problems, and in the meantime he also cannot help falling for the beautiful different Lauren.
This story has a lot going on there is fun and a very quirky side to this town but the love and caring that they all show each other stands out strongly, they band together against the developers, even though Mark’s family is in danger, he is always there for them and Lauren what a heroine trying so hard to come to terms with her gift and knows that she is falling head over heels with Mark, yes theirs was a rocky journey but what a HEA and I do look forward to Pepper’s story, thank you MS Jones, this is such a great story.
Lauren Mackillop always knew that she would return home to her town of Surrender but not the way it happened by being swindled out of her business, the long trek starts with a strange meeting with a man at LAX airport and a pull that she cannot get over, she tells a few stories but makes her way home to the fold of the family, her grandmother Ava, cousin Molly and aunt Marie and here starts a journey to bring the town back to life and stop the developers, but when the stranger from the airport shows up things are about to get a little strange.
Mark Sterret is on a mission to save his family and this means that he has to do what he can to help the developers get their hands on the land in Surrender, but when he runs into the beautiful woman from the airport again he knows he cannot do anything but help her and the town out with their problems, and in the meantime he also cannot help falling for the beautiful different Lauren.
This story has a lot going on there is fun and a very quirky side to this town but the love and caring that they all show each other stands out strongly, they band together against the developers, even though Mark’s family is in danger, he is always there for them and Lauren what a heroine trying so hard to come to terms with her gift and knows that she is falling head over heels with Mark, yes theirs was a rocky journey but what a HEA and I do look forward to Pepper’s story, thank you MS Jones, this is such a great story.
February 25, 2019
The first thing I fell for in this book was the way West Australian Author Jennie Jones infuses humour into her characters. From the get go when Lauren and Mark meet in the airport the stage is set for all kinds of humour. Lauren's Cousin, Molly, her aunt Momma Marie and her grandmother Wild Ava all add their own kind of quirky charm and humour to the mix in the town of Surrender.
Lauren and Mark both arrive in Surrender with very different agendas. Lauren is there to help save her home town after losing everything she's worked for, whilst Mark is there to protect his family from the danger his estranged father's corrupt dealings have threatened them with. The chemistry and banter between these two was really enjoyable and you just never knew what each one was going to do or say next, or if it would be the right thing.
The corruption that has bought Mark to town is part of a realestate takeover that the bad guy wants desperately and he seems willing to resort to whatever it takes to get it.
I loved this little town of 30 people, all willing to work together to create a new beginning for their town. The way they stood by each other, including newcomer Mark and their decision to fight against the realestate company, was simply wonderful, as well as infused with the humour I mentioned.
There is a bit of everything in this novel, romance, suspense and a touch of the paranormal. I look forward to catching up on book one and will wait in anticipation for book 3.
Thanks to NetGalley and Tule Publishing for a copy in return for an honest review.
Lauren and Mark both arrive in Surrender with very different agendas. Lauren is there to help save her home town after losing everything she's worked for, whilst Mark is there to protect his family from the danger his estranged father's corrupt dealings have threatened them with. The chemistry and banter between these two was really enjoyable and you just never knew what each one was going to do or say next, or if it would be the right thing.
The corruption that has bought Mark to town is part of a realestate takeover that the bad guy wants desperately and he seems willing to resort to whatever it takes to get it.
I loved this little town of 30 people, all willing to work together to create a new beginning for their town. The way they stood by each other, including newcomer Mark and their decision to fight against the realestate company, was simply wonderful, as well as infused with the humour I mentioned.
There is a bit of everything in this novel, romance, suspense and a touch of the paranormal. I look forward to catching up on book one and will wait in anticipation for book 3.
Thanks to NetGalley and Tule Publishing for a copy in return for an honest review.
March 3, 2019
Like your stories with suspense, a family curse and inherited paranormal abilities being used to thwart big business developers out to take over the valley? Look no further - this has got the lot as well as plenty of humorous moments, strange happenings and great community spirit working together.
Calamity Valley has three small towns - Hopeless, Surrender and Reckless. Each has its own member of the Mackillop family living there, and each older member of the family has their own unique and special mystic way inherited from their maternal ancestors. They need their powers to help free their communities from the curses put on them by the Great Grandfathers - aka the GGs - which meant all the men who courted the Mackillop ladies left. The first story in the series is Lone Star Hero and that concerns the Hopeless community. This is the second story in the series and is about Surrender. I believe that it can be read as a standalone but it does include many characters introduced in the first story and follows on from events in it, too.
Lauren Mackillop is returning to her home in Surrender after being duped by her business partner. Mark Sterrett is moving there to take over the lease on the saloon. The two meet accidentally in the airport but both play roles rather than tell the truth. Both have secrets but only by learning to trust and work together can they thwart both the developers and the curse as well as have any chance at finding love together.
This is a fun, engaging read that had me laughing out loud. I'd enjoyed the first story in the series and this was equally as entertaining - I can't wait to read the next one! I requested and was given a copy of this book, via NetGalley. This is my honest review of the book after choosing to read it.
Calamity Valley has three small towns - Hopeless, Surrender and Reckless. Each has its own member of the Mackillop family living there, and each older member of the family has their own unique and special mystic way inherited from their maternal ancestors. They need their powers to help free their communities from the curses put on them by the Great Grandfathers - aka the GGs - which meant all the men who courted the Mackillop ladies left. The first story in the series is Lone Star Hero and that concerns the Hopeless community. This is the second story in the series and is about Surrender. I believe that it can be read as a standalone but it does include many characters introduced in the first story and follows on from events in it, too.
Lauren Mackillop is returning to her home in Surrender after being duped by her business partner. Mark Sterrett is moving there to take over the lease on the saloon. The two meet accidentally in the airport but both play roles rather than tell the truth. Both have secrets but only by learning to trust and work together can they thwart both the developers and the curse as well as have any chance at finding love together.
This is a fun, engaging read that had me laughing out loud. I'd enjoyed the first story in the series and this was equally as entertaining - I can't wait to read the next one! I requested and was given a copy of this book, via NetGalley. This is my honest review of the book after choosing to read it.
February 24, 2019
The intriguing Mackillup women and their unique talents never fail to give us a fun story. This one is no exception. Lauren returns to Surrender, TX after her business partner costs her everything. Now she needs to figure out what comes next for her. when the sexy stranger from the airport shows up in town, Lauren knows something is up but she's just not sure what. Soon Laura is in the middle of a town battle against that same stranger. What will happen when these two go head to head.
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April 2, 2020
This was a fun read. I had lots of mixed feelings because it felt as though it had so much potential, but it just didn't access it. I feel as though I may have had a much greater time had I read the first book in the series, without it it felt as though not everything added up, like this world was being forced on me. The whole clairvoyance element felt really out of place to me, especially at the beginning when I wasn't used it it.
Also, it romance element didn't really feel like it was there. By that I mean that it wasn't developed in a realistic way. Sure, I totally understand that they had an instant attraction, that's okay, but nothing really happened after that. The focus was more on distrust therefore not allowing any romance to ensue, but somehow it still happened.
A lot of elements of this book just felt out of place. It was as if there was no real resolution at the end, everything just came together in an uncomfortable way. As mentioned previously, I think it could have had a lot of potential but it just didn't do anything with it. Plus, none of the characters (apart from Marie) had any personality. I though that Lauren felt very materialistic and self centered in the beginning but that kinda dissipated into nothing after while.
Overall, this was alright. It could have been much better and I probably would have had a better experience had I read the first book in the series. Nonetheless, I still enjoyed myself despite everything that annoyed me.
Also, it romance element didn't really feel like it was there. By that I mean that it wasn't developed in a realistic way. Sure, I totally understand that they had an instant attraction, that's okay, but nothing really happened after that. The focus was more on distrust therefore not allowing any romance to ensue, but somehow it still happened.
A lot of elements of this book just felt out of place. It was as if there was no real resolution at the end, everything just came together in an uncomfortable way. As mentioned previously, I think it could have had a lot of potential but it just didn't do anything with it. Plus, none of the characters (apart from Marie) had any personality. I though that Lauren felt very materialistic and self centered in the beginning but that kinda dissipated into nothing after while.
Overall, this was alright. It could have been much better and I probably would have had a better experience had I read the first book in the series. Nonetheless, I still enjoyed myself despite everything that annoyed me.
February 26, 2019
Lone Star Protector by Jennie Jones
If you don’t fight for what you love, you won’t know what you’ve lost
When Lauren Mackillop’s shady business partner gambles away her small business, she heads home to Surrender in Calamity Valley, Texas, to lick her wounds and plan her next move. But she walks straight into another battle to thwart a development company’s scheme to take over their charming Texas haven. Determined to safeguard her town, her senses are on alert when the sexy stranger she flirted with while briefly stranded at LAX turns up as the new owner of the saloon. Something’s going on, and this time, Lauren isn’t going to give in without a fight.
Mark Sterrett has trouble on his heels and more on the way. To protect his family’s reputation from ruin he’s been tasked with ensuring this land deal goes through. But he’s up against more than he bargained for. Making his life more complicated, he’s drawn to the intriguing and enticing Lauren and as their attraction simmers and the threat to the town heightens, Mark wonders if he can get through the next two weeks with his conscience and his heart intact.
This is Lauren Mackillop and Mark Sterrett's story.
“Heading to Texas, are you?” the man standing next to her said as they queued for the check-in counter. “You won’t know what’s hit you.”
Oh, but she would.
Born under the stars, with a curse on her head to boot, she was well versed in rugged living and hadn’t wanted to go back to any of it. But here she was at LAX, flight booked.
“It’s hotter than a stolen tamale in Texas,” the man said.
Mark Sterrett was used to dealing with whatever came his way. He took life in his stride. But the job he was about to embark on had been forced on him, and he wasn’t in the best of moods. Not that his grim expression had made any difference to the guy with the bald head now sitting opposite him.
“It’s hot in Texas,” the guy said, continuing a conversation that had been mostly one-sided and going on for a few minutes.
Mark picked a pretzel from the bag he’d bought and munched on it. The little guy had taken a seat at the café table in Terminal One, LAX without asking but Mark pushed the packet of pretzels toward him, not wanting to be selfish just because his life had hit the pits.
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book."
Lone Star Protector by Jennie Jones is a 3 star book.
Jennie's Books with Tule:
Lone Star Hero
Calamity Valley Series
Lone Star Protector
Calamity Valley Series
If you don’t fight for what you love, you won’t know what you’ve lost
When Lauren Mackillop’s shady business partner gambles away her small business, she heads home to Surrender in Calamity Valley, Texas, to lick her wounds and plan her next move. But she walks straight into another battle to thwart a development company’s scheme to take over their charming Texas haven. Determined to safeguard her town, her senses are on alert when the sexy stranger she flirted with while briefly stranded at LAX turns up as the new owner of the saloon. Something’s going on, and this time, Lauren isn’t going to give in without a fight.
Mark Sterrett has trouble on his heels and more on the way. To protect his family’s reputation from ruin he’s been tasked with ensuring this land deal goes through. But he’s up against more than he bargained for. Making his life more complicated, he’s drawn to the intriguing and enticing Lauren and as their attraction simmers and the threat to the town heightens, Mark wonders if he can get through the next two weeks with his conscience and his heart intact.
This is Lauren Mackillop and Mark Sterrett's story.
“Heading to Texas, are you?” the man standing next to her said as they queued for the check-in counter. “You won’t know what’s hit you.”
Oh, but she would.
Born under the stars, with a curse on her head to boot, she was well versed in rugged living and hadn’t wanted to go back to any of it. But here she was at LAX, flight booked.
“It’s hotter than a stolen tamale in Texas,” the man said.
Mark Sterrett was used to dealing with whatever came his way. He took life in his stride. But the job he was about to embark on had been forced on him, and he wasn’t in the best of moods. Not that his grim expression had made any difference to the guy with the bald head now sitting opposite him.
“It’s hot in Texas,” the guy said, continuing a conversation that had been mostly one-sided and going on for a few minutes.
Mark picked a pretzel from the bag he’d bought and munched on it. The little guy had taken a seat at the café table in Terminal One, LAX without asking but Mark pushed the packet of pretzels toward him, not wanting to be selfish just because his life had hit the pits.
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book."
Lone Star Protector by Jennie Jones is a 3 star book.
Jennie's Books with Tule:
Lone Star Hero
Calamity Valley Series
Lone Star Protector
Calamity Valley Series
February 4, 2019
An imaginative and highly entertaining story.
It was no secret that all of the Mackillop women possessed mystical powers and that they were cursed. But, was it possible to break the curse? Lauren is about to find out when she returns to her hometown of Surrender, Texas, after her life fell apart in California. Lauren was needed to help restore Surrender and prevent Donaldson’s Property Development from swooping in and buying up the town. The one thing Lauren didn’t expect to happen was to run into the man she met at the airport; the one who kissed her and caused visions of the future to appear.
Mark Sterrett was being blackmailed. He would do anything to protect his family from the dangerous people who were making threats against them. The one thing Mark didn’t see happening was for him to fall for the woman he was supposed to be watching. As he got to know Lauren, he wanted to help her too. This put Mark in a sticky situation, but with a little luck and some good planning, he might be able to save his family, Lauren and the whole town of Surrender.
This is the second book in the Calamity Valley series, but it can be read as a stand-alone. In fact, I never had the chance to read the first book, but I will definitely be going back to read it soon. The author’s writing style felt so real, like I was part of the story. The book started out a little slow but I was glad I stuck with it. It was such a fun book to read. It is filled with action and interesting characters.
It was no secret that all of the Mackillop women possessed mystical powers and that they were cursed. But, was it possible to break the curse? Lauren is about to find out when she returns to her hometown of Surrender, Texas, after her life fell apart in California. Lauren was needed to help restore Surrender and prevent Donaldson’s Property Development from swooping in and buying up the town. The one thing Lauren didn’t expect to happen was to run into the man she met at the airport; the one who kissed her and caused visions of the future to appear.
Mark Sterrett was being blackmailed. He would do anything to protect his family from the dangerous people who were making threats against them. The one thing Mark didn’t see happening was for him to fall for the woman he was supposed to be watching. As he got to know Lauren, he wanted to help her too. This put Mark in a sticky situation, but with a little luck and some good planning, he might be able to save his family, Lauren and the whole town of Surrender.
This is the second book in the Calamity Valley series, but it can be read as a stand-alone. In fact, I never had the chance to read the first book, but I will definitely be going back to read it soon. The author’s writing style felt so real, like I was part of the story. The book started out a little slow but I was glad I stuck with it. It was such a fun book to read. It is filled with action and interesting characters.
April 9, 2019
Reviewed at Keeper Bookshelf
LONE STAR PROTECTOR is full of quirky characters, a great story, a touch of the paranormal in the form of a curse and some abilities, two people who obviously are meant for each other but start out hiding behind half-truths… and so many secondary characters that you’ll fall in love with along the way. In fact, I suspect that you’ll fall in love with the entire population of this very small town, Surrender (besides the bad guys) in short order.
The cover description pretty much tells you what you need to know to pick this one up… but the best parts are the residents of the town who will fight, squabble and disagree among themselves but will bond together to protect their town, their community in every way possible. I think I loved the residents as much as I did the main couple in this romance.
Lauren and Mark each have their secret agendas which make the sizzle between them a bit uncomfortable since they seem to be working at cross-purposes. Watching them work their way through the half-truths, the mistrust and eventually banding together to take down the bad guys was a fun journey. I enjoyed LONE STAR PROTECTOR and if you love small town romances with a touch of paranormal and some bad guys to thwart then you’ll want to pick this one up real soon.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
LONE STAR PROTECTOR is full of quirky characters, a great story, a touch of the paranormal in the form of a curse and some abilities, two people who obviously are meant for each other but start out hiding behind half-truths… and so many secondary characters that you’ll fall in love with along the way. In fact, I suspect that you’ll fall in love with the entire population of this very small town, Surrender (besides the bad guys) in short order.
The cover description pretty much tells you what you need to know to pick this one up… but the best parts are the residents of the town who will fight, squabble and disagree among themselves but will bond together to protect their town, their community in every way possible. I think I loved the residents as much as I did the main couple in this romance.
Lauren and Mark each have their secret agendas which make the sizzle between them a bit uncomfortable since they seem to be working at cross-purposes. Watching them work their way through the half-truths, the mistrust and eventually banding together to take down the bad guys was a fun journey. I enjoyed LONE STAR PROTECTOR and if you love small town romances with a touch of paranormal and some bad guys to thwart then you’ll want to pick this one up real soon.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
February 22, 2019
Well this was a fun story! It’s the second book in author Jennie Jones’ Calamity Valley series. Set in the Texas Panhandle, the series focuses on three cousins each blessed with some psychic ability and each facing the curse of their great grandfathers as they work to revitalise the towns of Hopeless, Surrender and Reckless, all of which faced uncertain futures.
The first story was set in Hopeless and featured Molly, who successfully faced up to her problems, found love and got her town back on the map. This story is Lauren’s and is set in Surrender, where she’s returned after her business partner lost her business in a poker game. She’s home to start again and save her town from developers who want to buy the land. Mark Skerrett is also headed to Surrender, having been blackmailed into spying on Lauren by the developer, who has threatened Mark’s family if he doesn’t get what he wants.
I loved these two! I loved the make believe that arose out of their first meeting, and the way that despite trust being somewhat scarce they worked together nonetheless to give the townspeople some hope.
The story is written with tongue firmly in cheek. It’s light and it flows really well with gentle humour poking its way in to lighten the tone when needed. Many of the characters are larger than life, Lauren’s aunt Maria being the stand-out. Of course our stars find their happy ever after and the town regains its sparkle — that’s a given — but the journey is an entertaining one.
The first story was set in Hopeless and featured Molly, who successfully faced up to her problems, found love and got her town back on the map. This story is Lauren’s and is set in Surrender, where she’s returned after her business partner lost her business in a poker game. She’s home to start again and save her town from developers who want to buy the land. Mark Skerrett is also headed to Surrender, having been blackmailed into spying on Lauren by the developer, who has threatened Mark’s family if he doesn’t get what he wants.
I loved these two! I loved the make believe that arose out of their first meeting, and the way that despite trust being somewhat scarce they worked together nonetheless to give the townspeople some hope.
The story is written with tongue firmly in cheek. It’s light and it flows really well with gentle humour poking its way in to lighten the tone when needed. Many of the characters are larger than life, Lauren’s aunt Maria being the stand-out. Of course our stars find their happy ever after and the town regains its sparkle — that’s a given — but the journey is an entertaining one.
February 27, 2019
The Calamity Valley, Texas Series is mysticism in the contemporary west, not so much the wild west. Lone Star Protector continues that concept with curses, special powers, meddling family and scheming land developers. Jennie Jones gives us another Mackillop woman, Lauren, returning to the valley. On the way she has no idea until she gets there that she has be fraternizing with the enemy.
Mark Sterrett is between a rock and a hard place. As the story progresses, he is drawn to Lauren. When the story begins, Lauren has been fooled by a man so the story is not just one to save the town but also one to rebuild her trust in others. These characters are facing some serious problems but are so likable you hope that all will be worked out for them. The story has a slow start while building up the background of the characters, the town and the takeover plot. Once that is all in place the pace increases, bringing a satisfying conclusion.
At least one more book since the scheming land developer has failed in Hopeless and Surrender, this story implies he has set his sights on Reckless. Fun reading to see the bad guys lose while the good guys win at life and at love.
An ARC of the book was given to me by the publisher through Net Galley which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Mark Sterrett is between a rock and a hard place. As the story progresses, he is drawn to Lauren. When the story begins, Lauren has been fooled by a man so the story is not just one to save the town but also one to rebuild her trust in others. These characters are facing some serious problems but are so likable you hope that all will be worked out for them. The story has a slow start while building up the background of the characters, the town and the takeover plot. Once that is all in place the pace increases, bringing a satisfying conclusion.
At least one more book since the scheming land developer has failed in Hopeless and Surrender, this story implies he has set his sights on Reckless. Fun reading to see the bad guys lose while the good guys win at life and at love.
An ARC of the book was given to me by the publisher through Net Galley which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
March 9, 2019
This is the second book in the Calamity Valley series that is based in my state of Texas. Author, Jeannie Jones has given us readers a really fun read that starts in Cali and makes it way to our fine state. What I love about this book is right from the start we get humor with Lauren's relatives who have passed over talking to her and letting her know about things that are going to happen (and we get a peek that she did not listen to them in the past as well.) This is the second book in the series and while you do not have to have read the first book to enjoy this onem i will say it is a good book that i recommend as well. The first book is about Molly's town Hopeless and this one is based in Lauren's town of Surrender. Yes all in Calamity Valley and there is a reason for the theme of the names which you will find out when you read the books. This is a romance with a touch of comedy. I am so looking forward to the next book in the series!
August 8, 2019
After reading book 1 in this series I was excited to Tule Publishing and NetGalley allowed me an advanced copy of book 2 Lone Star Protector.
Lauren is the Mackillop that is set forth to resurrect Surrender in the Calamity Valley. Nothing is easy in these desolate towns, especially when a development company is dead set to take over the town and buy everyone out. Lauren is licking her wounds of failure and heads home, only to run into Mark at the airport. Both are not forthcoming with their true identities or their plans once in Texas.. Lauren is surprised to find Mark in her hometown, while Mark has a devious reason to be there and have Lauren in his sights.
With the numerous stories happening in this book, I found it to be a good read and adds to this series and the excitement for Pepper's story.
Lauren is the Mackillop that is set forth to resurrect Surrender in the Calamity Valley. Nothing is easy in these desolate towns, especially when a development company is dead set to take over the town and buy everyone out. Lauren is licking her wounds of failure and heads home, only to run into Mark at the airport. Both are not forthcoming with their true identities or their plans once in Texas.. Lauren is surprised to find Mark in her hometown, while Mark has a devious reason to be there and have Lauren in his sights.
With the numerous stories happening in this book, I found it to be a good read and adds to this series and the excitement for Pepper's story.
July 4, 2020
DNF
It May just be me but I CANNOT get into this book. Chapter 4 and nothing of any interest is happening. I don’t usually judge a book this quickly unless it’s just terrible but I just can’t bring myself to care with this one. About the time it started to get interesting it turned back to what felt like endless jumbled thoughts about the history of the valley and so many people and a curse that I can’t keep straight cause we haven’t even met anyone yet! The Hero’s endless thoughts are all vague and secretive like something huge will come out later. Unfortunately we aren’t given anything of any value after the 1st chapter and I’m not in the mood to push thru.
It May just be me but I CANNOT get into this book. Chapter 4 and nothing of any interest is happening. I don’t usually judge a book this quickly unless it’s just terrible but I just can’t bring myself to care with this one. About the time it started to get interesting it turned back to what felt like endless jumbled thoughts about the history of the valley and so many people and a curse that I can’t keep straight cause we haven’t even met anyone yet! The Hero’s endless thoughts are all vague and secretive like something huge will come out later. Unfortunately we aren’t given anything of any value after the 1st chapter and I’m not in the mood to push thru.
August 6, 2021
Umm…not sure what to say. There was a lot of potential, but it just didn’t pan out as I had hoped or expected. I never really connected with the characters, they were stagnant and truthfully, not all that enticing. They weren’t unlikable, though. The clairvoyance aspect seemed very disjointed and hard to follow. It just didn’t flow well. There seemed to be too much out of place in this story. Yet, the book held my interest but I didn't have trouble putting it down. I overlooked the jumping around so that I could get to what happened next. The book was OK, nothing I would have felt that I missed out on though if I hadn’t read it.
December 26, 2018
I have been anxiously awaiting the second installment of the Calamity Valley series and I am glad I got it! Magical and mysterious vibes flow every which way and create such a cute and fun story. I loved the fighting female of Lauren MacKillop who is fighting her gift and, Mark Sterrett, would be villain, who is enmeshed in his own quagmire and family dilemma. The story threads weave together artfully and create a yearning for the third novel yet to come.
January 5, 2019
This is book two in the Calamity Valley Series. This book is about rescuing and restoring the town of Surrender and keeping it out of the hands of a shady developer.
It involves Lauren (who is from Surrender) who is trying to shake off the grandfathers curse and Mark who is being blackmailed by business associates of his estranged father. If Mark doesn’t do as they say they are threatening to hurt his mother and sisters.
Can this uncanny duo save Surrender.
It involves Lauren (who is from Surrender) who is trying to shake off the grandfathers curse and Mark who is being blackmailed by business associates of his estranged father. If Mark doesn’t do as they say they are threatening to hurt his mother and sisters.
Can this uncanny duo save Surrender.
December 16, 2018
I've received a ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
A clean cut romance about flawed characters , Mark and Lauren, that deal with life changing events that ultimately create a slow burned romance. Sadly enough, this novel just wasn't my cup of tea. The storyline elements and characters didn't resonate with me whatsoever that I just became bored 1/2 through.
A clean cut romance about flawed characters , Mark and Lauren, that deal with life changing events that ultimately create a slow burned romance. Sadly enough, this novel just wasn't my cup of tea. The storyline elements and characters didn't resonate with me whatsoever that I just became bored 1/2 through.
January 27, 2019
3 1/2 Star Review......
Lone Star Protector is the second instalment in Jennie Jones Calamity Valley series, and this one is Mark and Lauren’s story.
Ms Jones writing is easy to follow and the storyline flows nicely, creating a slow burn between these misunderstood and flawed characters. A beautiful setting, and some deep emotional moments, made for a heartfelt and sweet romance.
Lone Star Protector is the second instalment in Jennie Jones Calamity Valley series, and this one is Mark and Lauren’s story.
Ms Jones writing is easy to follow and the storyline flows nicely, creating a slow burn between these misunderstood and flawed characters. A beautiful setting, and some deep emotional moments, made for a heartfelt and sweet romance.
November 19, 2019
Not a Dull Moment
This book had me caught from almost the first sentence. The characters were well-rounded and interesting. There is a supernatural aspect, but it was very well done and convincing enough that this usually cynical reader was able to suspend her disbelief and enjoy it thoroughly. Do not miss this book.
This book had me caught from almost the first sentence. The characters were well-rounded and interesting. There is a supernatural aspect, but it was very well done and convincing enough that this usually cynical reader was able to suspend her disbelief and enjoy it thoroughly. Do not miss this book.
January 27, 2019
Jennie Jones writes an engaging style that has you feeling like your apart of the story and that you go on the same journey as the characters do. Her three dimensional characters are sure to tug at your heart strings and leave you begging for more of this sweet romance. Absolutely recommend
January 21, 2019
I voluntarily read a advanced reader's copy of this book.
Lone Star Protector by Jennie Jones, book two in the Calamity Valley series. The story of Lauren coming back home and Mark who isn't who everyone thinks he is. Likable characters and setting. I look forward to reading more by author.
Lone Star Protector by Jennie Jones, book two in the Calamity Valley series. The story of Lauren coming back home and Mark who isn't who everyone thinks he is. Likable characters and setting. I look forward to reading more by author.
February 2, 2019
Enjoyed it
What I liked:
The writing style
The characters
Part of a series: Calamity Valley
Standalone
HEA
I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC from NetGalley.
What I liked:
The writing style
The characters
Part of a series: Calamity Valley
Standalone
HEA
I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC from NetGalley.
February 20, 2019
Book two in the Calamity Valley series, Lone Star Protector is beautifully written with wonderful characters. I enjoyed the story and look forward to reading more
February 26, 2019
OMG...amazing, with a touch of love, community, and little special ability.
I adored the story between Lauren Mackillop and Mark Sterrett. It's one you will just have to read no spoilers here.
I adored the story between Lauren Mackillop and Mark Sterrett. It's one you will just have to read no spoilers here.
October 29, 2019
Fun
An intriguing story. So many amazing characters. think this was the must entertaining story I have read in a long time. Enoy
An intriguing story. So many amazing characters. think this was the must entertaining story I have read in a long time. Enoy
June 23, 2020
Sometimes it’s great to pretend to be someone you’re not. When Lauren is called home to help revive her town after her business failed in LA, she meets Mark at the airport, also on his way to Texas. But at the time, they both introduce themselves with fake names.
But when they both end up in the same town for different reasons, things get hairy. Mix in Lauren’s family history of having special powers, a meddling aunt and grandma, and some stubbornness and you get a fun story.
At some points, the story seems to drag a bit and there is some repetition early on where we had read the same thing in the past chapter from the same character.
Mark and Lauren get their HEA in this stand-alone book in a series.
But when they both end up in the same town for different reasons, things get hairy. Mix in Lauren’s family history of having special powers, a meddling aunt and grandma, and some stubbornness and you get a fun story.
At some points, the story seems to drag a bit and there is some repetition early on where we had read the same thing in the past chapter from the same character.
Mark and Lauren get their HEA in this stand-alone book in a series.
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