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No Brides Club #1
No Time for Love
When six friends make a pact not to let love get in the way of their careers, the No Brides Club is born. But could meeting the right man at the wrong time cause them to break their vows to each other?
Kinsley King loves her lavish lifestyle as one of Manhattan’s most in-demand real estate brokers. She’s worked hard to get to the top, and she’s not backing down now… But when her favorite aunt bequests her a wildlife sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, she has a tough decision to make: honor her aunt’s last wish or put the property on the market and maintain the life she adores.
Dylan Reese, on the other hand, thinks life off the grid is just about perfect. That is, until the owner of the wildlife sanctuary he manages dies suddenly and leaves the place to her spoiled city-slicker niece. Now he, too, has a choice: leave it all behind or swallow his pride and take orders from a woman who wants no part of this particular commitment.
Sparks fly in this opposites attract sweet romance as Kinsley finds herself falling for the swoon-worthy sanctuary manager, causing her to rethink the no marriage vow she made with her girlfriends, while Dylan wonders how he’s going to keep from losing his heart to the one woman who’s sure to break it.
Kinsley King loves her lavish lifestyle as one of Manhattan’s most in-demand real estate brokers. She’s worked hard to get to the top, and she’s not backing down now… But when her favorite aunt bequests her a wildlife sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, she has a tough decision to make: honor her aunt’s last wish or put the property on the market and maintain the life she adores.
Dylan Reese, on the other hand, thinks life off the grid is just about perfect. That is, until the owner of the wildlife sanctuary he manages dies suddenly and leaves the place to her spoiled city-slicker niece. Now he, too, has a choice: leave it all behind or swallow his pride and take orders from a woman who wants no part of this particular commitment.
Sparks fly in this opposites attract sweet romance as Kinsley finds herself falling for the swoon-worthy sanctuary manager, causing her to rethink the no marriage vow she made with her girlfriends, while Dylan wonders how he’s going to keep from losing his heart to the one woman who’s sure to break it.
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First published December 31, 2018
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Raine English
53 books79 followersRaine English is a USA Today bestselling, award-winning author who writes romantic suspense, paranormal, and sweet small-town romances. She's a Daphne du Maurier Award winner and a Golden Heart finalist. Her books have made the Top 100 Bestseller lists at both Amazon and Barnes & Noble. She lives in New England with her family and French bulldog, Bailey. She can be found on the web at www.RaineEnglish.com.
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January 4, 2019
I always enjoy books that evoke emotion in me, no matter what that emotion may be! After reading No Time For Love I feel giddy with happiness, bubbling up with it. Yes, it was that fun to read!
Rain English starts us off in this new series the, No Brides Club. In this one Kinsley King, is a very successful New York City real estate broker who with some other women friends form a group based on their career oriented goals, goals that further their careers and don't leave room for relationships that may lead to romance. Kinsley loves her Aunt Cora but hasn't visited in many years because her career has just kept her too busy. The devastating news that her Aunt has passed leads to feelings of guilt because of lack of visits recently. When she finds out she is the primary beneficiary of her Aunt's wildlife sanctuary she knows she must go there to settle matters and decide what she will do with the sanctuary. Her Aunt also made the request that the present manager, Dylan Reese be allowed to stay there to run the sanctuary. Kinsley goes there with the idea of remodeling the place and selling as quickly as possible. When she runs into one snag after another in her plans what is she to do? This career driven woman has worked hard climbing the ladder and doesn't plan to step off the merry go round now for anything. We never know where the heart may lead us though . Can her heart win over what her brain is telling her is right? Absolutely delightfully charming story. You're going to love it!
December 31, 2018
I was given a complimentary copy of this book by the author, thank you. All opinions expressed are my own.
Rain English starts us off in this new series the, No Brides Club. In this one Kinsley King, is a very successful New York City real estate broker who with some other women friends form a group based on their career oriented goals, goals that further their careers and don't leave room for relationships that may lead to romance. Kinsley loves her Aunt Cora but hasn't visited in many years because her career has just kept her too busy. The devastating news that her Aunt has passed leads to feelings of guilt because of lack of visits recently. When she finds out she is the primary beneficiary of her Aunt's wildlife sanctuary she knows she must go there to settle matters and decide what she will do with the sanctuary. Her Aunt also made the request that the present manager, Dylan Reese be allowed to stay there to run the sanctuary. Kinsley goes there with the idea of remodeling the place and selling as quickly as possible. When she runs into one snag after another in her plans what is she to do? This career driven woman has worked hard climbing the ladder and doesn't plan to step off the merry go round now for anything. We never know where the heart may lead us though . Can her heart win over what her brain is telling her is right? Absolutely delightfully charming story. You're going to love it!
December 31, 2018
I was given a complimentary copy of this book by the author, thank you. All opinions expressed are my own.
November 7, 2019
No Time for Love by Raine English is the debut of the No Brides Club series. Kinsley King is a top realtor in Manhattan and a member of the No Brides Club. The women in the group meet each week and have pledged to not let love get in the way of their careers. Kinsley gets a call from a lawyer telling her that her aunt has passed away and she has inherited Wild Forever, the animal sanctuary. Kinsley plans on selling the three hundred acre sanctuary until she spends time there fixing up the house. Dylan Reese is the manager of the animal sanctuary who loves his job and home. Despite his best intentions, Dylan finds himself attracted to Kinsley. Kinsley begins to wonder about her life choices. Will Kinsley be singing a different tune about love and marriage? No Time for Love is an entertaining story. Kinsley is a high-end realtor who lives in a fancy apartment and wears name brand designer clothes. Dylan Reese wears jeans and boots for mucking about the animal sanctuary. These two opposites find themselves attracted to each other. No Time for Love is a book that will have you laughing. I just love books that make you smile and laugh. I liked the characters and the setting of this story. The beautiful Victorian home that Kinsley inherited was getting a facelift. The descriptions allowed me to visualize the scenes in my head (I wanted to move into this house). No Time for Love is a delightful story with an abundance of animals, wearying work, renovation realities and sizzling sparks.
January 2, 2019
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My first book of the year is more of a 3.5 star read, than a 4 star one, but I've rounded up for rating purposes. This book wasn't bad, but it felt like it was falling just short of a 4 star mark for me.
I don't believe that I've ever read any of the author's works before, but I have to say I was engaged in the story. However, I had a hard time connecting with the characters. Kinsley felt two dimensional, and the "consumed by work" trope didn't really cover it. Dylan was too secretive for my tastes, and I thought there was a real lack of communication between both of the main characters. I also didn't like that there wasn't much interaction with the locals, so I felt the world building was a little lacking in that department.
However, the setting was a rather unique one for me, and I loved seeing what it took to care for the various animals kept at the sanctuary. Descriptions with the animals involved were very moving and passionate, making me long to experience it for myself! The author totally nailed that part!
All things considered, I am very interested to see where the series goes!
My first book of the year is more of a 3.5 star read, than a 4 star one, but I've rounded up for rating purposes. This book wasn't bad, but it felt like it was falling just short of a 4 star mark for me.
I don't believe that I've ever read any of the author's works before, but I have to say I was engaged in the story. However, I had a hard time connecting with the characters. Kinsley felt two dimensional, and the "consumed by work" trope didn't really cover it. Dylan was too secretive for my tastes, and I thought there was a real lack of communication between both of the main characters. I also didn't like that there wasn't much interaction with the locals, so I felt the world building was a little lacking in that department.
However, the setting was a rather unique one for me, and I loved seeing what it took to care for the various animals kept at the sanctuary. Descriptions with the animals involved were very moving and passionate, making me long to experience it for myself! The author totally nailed that part!
All things considered, I am very interested to see where the series goes!
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Blurb:
When six friends make a pact not to let love get in the way of their careers, the No Brides Club is born. But could meeting the right man at the wrong time cause them to break their vows to each other?
Kinsley King loves her lavish lifestyle as one of Manhattan’s most in-demand real estate brokers. She’s worked hard to get to the top, and she’s not backing down now… But when her favorite aunt bequests her a wildlife sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, she has a tough decision to make: honor her aunt’s last wish or put the property on the market and maintain the life she adores.
Dylan Reese, on the other hand, thinks life off the grid is just about perfect. That is, until the owner of the wildlife sanctuary he manages dies suddenly and leaves the place to her spoiled city-slicker niece. Now he, too, has a choice: leave it all behind or swallow his pride and take orders from a woman who wants no part of this particular commitment.
Sparks fly in this opposites attract sweet romance as Kinsley finds herself falling for the swoon-worthy sanctuary manager, causing her to rethink the no marriage vow she made with her girlfriends, while Dylan wonders how he’s going to keep from losing his heart to the one woman who’s sure to break it.
Blurb:
When six friends make a pact not to let love get in the way of their careers, the No Brides Club is born. But could meeting the right man at the wrong time cause them to break their vows to each other?
Kinsley King loves her lavish lifestyle as one of Manhattan’s most in-demand real estate brokers. She’s worked hard to get to the top, and she’s not backing down now… But when her favorite aunt bequests her a wildlife sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, she has a tough decision to make: honor her aunt’s last wish or put the property on the market and maintain the life she adores.
Dylan Reese, on the other hand, thinks life off the grid is just about perfect. That is, until the owner of the wildlife sanctuary he manages dies suddenly and leaves the place to her spoiled city-slicker niece. Now he, too, has a choice: leave it all behind or swallow his pride and take orders from a woman who wants no part of this particular commitment.
Sparks fly in this opposites attract sweet romance as Kinsley finds herself falling for the swoon-worthy sanctuary manager, causing her to rethink the no marriage vow she made with her girlfriends, while Dylan wonders how he’s going to keep from losing his heart to the one woman who’s sure to break it.
January 13, 2019
No Time for Love book one from the new series, No Brides Club. I loved it! I have enjoyed every one of the books I have read by Raine English and this one is no exception. It is a quick, clean, sweet, fun and delightful story. Dylan and Kinsley are wonderful characters to get to know.
I am giving No Time for Love a well deserved five plus stars. I am looking forward to the second installment from the No Brides Club series.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
I am giving No Time for Love a well deserved five plus stars. I am looking forward to the second installment from the No Brides Club series.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
January 4, 2019
Every woman wants to be the best that she can be. We have all decided that our careers are important, they define who we are. This is a cute story about Kinsley. She is a member of the No Brides Club. Her and her friends think their careers are more important than anything else.
Kinsley's Aunt Cora passes away and leaves her an animal sanctuary. As Raine English tells the story you can picture the sanctuary and the animals that she describes. It sounds like a place you can fall in love with. Dylan is the groundskeeper and he appears to be someone you can fall in love with as well.
This is a fast moving story that once I opened the book I just couldn't put it down. I would highly recommend it as a must read.
Kinsley
Kinsley's Aunt Cora passes away and leaves her an animal sanctuary. As Raine English tells the story you can picture the sanctuary and the animals that she describes. It sounds like a place you can fall in love with. Dylan is the groundskeeper and he appears to be someone you can fall in love with as well.
This is a fast moving story that once I opened the book I just couldn't put it down. I would highly recommend it as a must read.
Kinsley
January 3, 2019
I really enjoyed reading this book. Kinsley's aunt dies and leaves her the animal sanctuary. However, she is a city girl and doesn't want anything to do with the sanctuary. Then she meets Dylan who works there. Of course she tries to fight it but by the end she finally comes to her senses.
January 8, 2019
Kinsley has no time for love. No time to visit her aunt, who she does love. And no interest in keeping her aunt's wildlife sanctuary. Even though it was her aunt's love and life. Her hobbies are collecting shoes and handbags. She does love her work and her friends from the No Brides Club. But to me she doesn't seem like a really nice person...
Dylan is very different. He has time for a lot of love. For the animals, for his friends and the people he works with, for the sanctuary. And even for Kinsley, the woman who threatens to take all that away from him...
But maybe he will be able for her to make time for love, too.
I really enjoyed the story and the 'fun facts' about the wildlife. If I had liked Kinsley better I would have given it 5 stars...
I received a copy and chose to review it.
Dylan is very different. He has time for a lot of love. For the animals, for his friends and the people he works with, for the sanctuary. And even for Kinsley, the woman who threatens to take all that away from him...
But maybe he will be able for her to make time for love, too.
I really enjoyed the story and the 'fun facts' about the wildlife. If I had liked Kinsley better I would have given it 5 stars...
I received a copy and chose to review it.
January 23, 2019
NO TIME FOR LOVE is the first book in the multi-author No Brides Club series. These are meant to be stand-alone stories in the same world.
Balancing career, family, and self is hard! At times, it’s downright overwhelming. Kinsley and her friends have made the hard choice to prioritize career over everything else. They have each other, once a week, to celebrate the successes, bounce ideas, and mourn losses.
Kinsley is a top-notch real estate agent… a true city mouse. The country mouse is Dylan. From the moment they meet, the romantic sparks start flying.
Reading this story brought so many emotions to my heart and smiles to my face. I especially loved reading about the animals at the sanctuary. I live in an area where I have many wild animals walking (and flying) through my backyard, so I’m constantly looking up those kinds of facts myself.
I’m looking forward to the rest of this series. It looks like it will be fun!
Note: While I received this book as a gifted ARC, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: NO TIME FOR LOVE
Series: No Brides Club #1
Category /Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance
Recommended for: romantics of all ages
Grammar/editing: book received as an unedited ARC / errors excused
Received from: Sweet Promise Press (as an ARC gifted copy)
Balancing career, family, and self is hard! At times, it’s downright overwhelming. Kinsley and her friends have made the hard choice to prioritize career over everything else. They have each other, once a week, to celebrate the successes, bounce ideas, and mourn losses.
Kinsley is a top-notch real estate agent… a true city mouse. The country mouse is Dylan. From the moment they meet, the romantic sparks start flying.
Reading this story brought so many emotions to my heart and smiles to my face. I especially loved reading about the animals at the sanctuary. I live in an area where I have many wild animals walking (and flying) through my backyard, so I’m constantly looking up those kinds of facts myself.
I’m looking forward to the rest of this series. It looks like it will be fun!
Note: While I received this book as a gifted ARC, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: NO TIME FOR LOVE
Series: No Brides Club #1
Category /Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance
Recommended for: romantics of all ages
Grammar/editing: book received as an unedited ARC / errors excused
Received from: Sweet Promise Press (as an ARC gifted copy)
January 24, 2019
Kinsley and her friends have sworn off men, opting instead to become successful in their careers and stay faithful friends. Then, devastating news comes and informs Kinsley of a family loss. She is suddenly the owner of an animal sanctuary and finds herself at odds with helping the sanctuary and her glamorous life in New York as a high powered real estate agent.
When she goes up to make the arrangements for the sanctuary, she immediately is flooded with memories from when she was a child. She enjoys seeing all the animals and meeting the employees, especially the manager in charge, handsome Dylan Reese. All of the employees are fearful of what Kinsley is going to decide regarding the sanctuary. Dylan sets out to prove to her what a wonderful place the sanctuary is and how much it means to the employees and the community. From there, the story shows Kinsley's battle on what to do regarding her inheritance.
This is not my usual genre, but I was intrigued by the animal aspect, since I am a huge animal lover. The story was good, innocent and refreshing compared to a lot of what is out there, but extremely predictable. However, I did enjoy this and think others will, too.
When she goes up to make the arrangements for the sanctuary, she immediately is flooded with memories from when she was a child. She enjoys seeing all the animals and meeting the employees, especially the manager in charge, handsome Dylan Reese. All of the employees are fearful of what Kinsley is going to decide regarding the sanctuary. Dylan sets out to prove to her what a wonderful place the sanctuary is and how much it means to the employees and the community. From there, the story shows Kinsley's battle on what to do regarding her inheritance.
This is not my usual genre, but I was intrigued by the animal aspect, since I am a huge animal lover. The story was good, innocent and refreshing compared to a lot of what is out there, but extremely predictable. However, I did enjoy this and think others will, too.
January 11, 2019
No Time for Love (The No Brides Club Book 1)
by Raine English
Absolutely a delightfully and charming story, perfect story for animal lovers; as majority of the book is set at Forever Wild Animal Sanctuary. Every woman wants to be the best that she can be, climbing the ladder of success, that all too often keeps us too busy to visit the people we love most. A surprise bequest from a departed family member, gives a life never dreamt of. One act of love that changes the course of life and sets an unforgettable quest.
Going to the sanctuary with the idea of remodeling the place, settling the matters with the present manager and selling as quickly as possible. Even though the request that the manager, be allowed to stay there to run the sanctuary. The best gifts are the ones you feel in your heart; but, never see headed our way. We never know where the heart may lead. Can her heart win over what her brain is telling her is right?
The character in No Time for Love are an unlikely couple; but, their connection is sweet and pure. She is a smart, sexy and a successful, career-oriented New York City real estate broker, owns her company, controls her destiny and has no qualms about spending money. But, him other hand seems unsure of everything except his love for animals and the country lifestyle.
Raine English has created “No Brides Club” an inspiring world full of strong women; but, the women have lost their souls. I liked the give and take between the stories two characters and each character (two-legged and four-legged) found their happily-ever-after! You're going to love this fast-moving story, once I opened the book I just couldn't put it down. I have always loved books that evoke emotion in me, that makes me cry and that is why I am giving a 5-star rating to this book. I was given an ARC of this book by the author, thank you. All opinions expressed are my own.
by Raine English
Absolutely a delightfully and charming story, perfect story for animal lovers; as majority of the book is set at Forever Wild Animal Sanctuary. Every woman wants to be the best that she can be, climbing the ladder of success, that all too often keeps us too busy to visit the people we love most. A surprise bequest from a departed family member, gives a life never dreamt of. One act of love that changes the course of life and sets an unforgettable quest.
Going to the sanctuary with the idea of remodeling the place, settling the matters with the present manager and selling as quickly as possible. Even though the request that the manager, be allowed to stay there to run the sanctuary. The best gifts are the ones you feel in your heart; but, never see headed our way. We never know where the heart may lead. Can her heart win over what her brain is telling her is right?
The character in No Time for Love are an unlikely couple; but, their connection is sweet and pure. She is a smart, sexy and a successful, career-oriented New York City real estate broker, owns her company, controls her destiny and has no qualms about spending money. But, him other hand seems unsure of everything except his love for animals and the country lifestyle.
Raine English has created “No Brides Club” an inspiring world full of strong women; but, the women have lost their souls. I liked the give and take between the stories two characters and each character (two-legged and four-legged) found their happily-ever-after! You're going to love this fast-moving story, once I opened the book I just couldn't put it down. I have always loved books that evoke emotion in me, that makes me cry and that is why I am giving a 5-star rating to this book. I was given an ARC of this book by the author, thank you. All opinions expressed are my own.
January 14, 2019
I enjoy stories about opposites being attracted to each other and how their tensions are resolved, or not. In No Time For Love the very successful Kinsley King enjoys her city life, her real estate brokerage and her independence from the complications of marriage that she shares with her friends in the No Brides Club. However, when her aunt dies and leaves her an estate in the country, complete with a wild animal sanctuary and the handsome manager, Dylan Reese, Kinsley is challenged to reconsider her life choices. To complicate things, Dylan was previously dumped by a former longtime girlfriend, a city-girl, because he chose animals and a rural lifestyle against her wishes. He is also estranged from his father due to his career choices, so he is resigned to his solitary rural life.
With instant attraction between them will they be able to revise their lifestyles? Can Kinsley leave her demanding business and spike heels for wild wolves and tennis shoes? Will Dylan be able to convince Kinsley to save the sanctuary for the sake of the animals and see the quaint country community in a positive light? Can wishes on the stars possibly come true?
I received a free advanced copy of this book and am voluntarily providing my honest review. I enjoyed this book and highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys complicated romances.
With instant attraction between them will they be able to revise their lifestyles? Can Kinsley leave her demanding business and spike heels for wild wolves and tennis shoes? Will Dylan be able to convince Kinsley to save the sanctuary for the sake of the animals and see the quaint country community in a positive light? Can wishes on the stars possibly come true?
I received a free advanced copy of this book and am voluntarily providing my honest review. I enjoyed this book and highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys complicated romances.
January 14, 2019
No Time for Love by Raine English is the first book in the No Brides Club series. Kinsley King is the owner of a successful real estate firm. Her career is the primary focus of her life. Her only relaxation outside of work is getting together with her like-minded friends at the Briarwood Tavern. While celebrating a successful and profitable sale, she receives a phone call notifying her that her Aunt Cora has passed away and Kinsley had inherited her house and a wild life sanctuary. Dylan Reese has been managing the sanctuary for the last 5 years. Aunt Cora has also given him a small house in the middle of the sanctuary. What is Kinsley going to do? Should she sell the sanctuary? She is overwhelmed.
This is a sweet story full of information about different wild animals. It also contains several emotions and issues that need to be resolved. This is a great story that will keep you reading into the night. I highly recommend this story. I received this book as a gift and I always review every book that I read.
This is a sweet story full of information about different wild animals. It also contains several emotions and issues that need to be resolved. This is a great story that will keep you reading into the night. I highly recommend this story. I received this book as a gift and I always review every book that I read.
January 9, 2019
First No Brides Club to fall in love!
A group of women ban together in a No Brides Club where the women believe that they can’t and won’t mix a relationship in their successful careers. Kinsley is a member of this club, and is a successful real estate broker in New York. During a dinner meeting with the club, Kinsley learns that her aunt has passed away and Kinsley needs to travel to her late aunt’s wild-life sanctuary. Kinsley learns that she has inherited everything with the exception of 3 acres which is left to the sanctuary manager.
Dylan is the wild-life sanctuary manager and he would like to keep the sanctuary running as it has been. He really hopes Kinsley will not sell the sanctuary. When the two spend more time together, they are attracted to each other. But Dylan doesn’t want a relationship with another city girl! He’s been there, and done that, and he won’t repeat that debacle! Meanwhile, Kinsley is a city girl and she has no intention of leaving her successful career!
This is a sweet, fast read. I am looking forward to the stories of the other women in the No Brides Club.
I received an ARC copy of this book and am voluntarily reviewing it. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely.
A group of women ban together in a No Brides Club where the women believe that they can’t and won’t mix a relationship in their successful careers. Kinsley is a member of this club, and is a successful real estate broker in New York. During a dinner meeting with the club, Kinsley learns that her aunt has passed away and Kinsley needs to travel to her late aunt’s wild-life sanctuary. Kinsley learns that she has inherited everything with the exception of 3 acres which is left to the sanctuary manager.
Dylan is the wild-life sanctuary manager and he would like to keep the sanctuary running as it has been. He really hopes Kinsley will not sell the sanctuary. When the two spend more time together, they are attracted to each other. But Dylan doesn’t want a relationship with another city girl! He’s been there, and done that, and he won’t repeat that debacle! Meanwhile, Kinsley is a city girl and she has no intention of leaving her successful career!
This is a sweet, fast read. I am looking forward to the stories of the other women in the No Brides Club.
I received an ARC copy of this book and am voluntarily reviewing it. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely.
January 9, 2019
No Time for Love
Cora owned the wildlife sanctuary and her niece Kinsley inherits it after Cora passed away. Dylan manages the sanctuary and worked on a house in the centre of the sanctuary when Cora died she leaves him three acres where the house sits.
Kinsley is a top broker in the city, she sells million dollar properties for millions of dollars. She owns the company and thinks of selling the wildlife sanctuary.
Is all hope lost for the animals and Dylan? She makes a decision...
“she knew there was only one thing to do. Sell the wildlife sanctuary.”
Great story, Kinsley comes through some very tuff situations Will Dylan ever stop feeling the great losses of his life? I love the story. But then again I do love the wild critters. I’m happy to say this is a clean romance and no adult situations.
My disclaimer...
I was given a copy of this book for my honest review.
Any book or novels I leave reviews on are not dependent on the book/novel review author’s opinion. No one influenced my voluntary review for any of the books or novels I read, they are my own opinions
Cora owned the wildlife sanctuary and her niece Kinsley inherits it after Cora passed away. Dylan manages the sanctuary and worked on a house in the centre of the sanctuary when Cora died she leaves him three acres where the house sits.
Kinsley is a top broker in the city, she sells million dollar properties for millions of dollars. She owns the company and thinks of selling the wildlife sanctuary.
Is all hope lost for the animals and Dylan? She makes a decision...
“she knew there was only one thing to do. Sell the wildlife sanctuary.”
Great story, Kinsley comes through some very tuff situations Will Dylan ever stop feeling the great losses of his life? I love the story. But then again I do love the wild critters. I’m happy to say this is a clean romance and no adult situations.
My disclaimer...
I was given a copy of this book for my honest review.
Any book or novels I leave reviews on are not dependent on the book/novel review author’s opinion. No one influenced my voluntary review for any of the books or novels I read, they are my own opinions
January 9, 2019
No Time For Love is the first book in the new The No Brides Club Series. Several intense business women got together to support their workaholic lifestyle. Marriage and motherhood was a big no-no. Kinsley King is a big-time real estate broker in Manhattan. Owner of her own multi-million dollar enterprise she has no interest in any other lifestyle. When her beloved Aunt Cora dies and bequests her wild animal sanctuary Kinsley is forced to go up state to settle her Aunt's estate and either sell the sanctuary or keep it. Kinsley is definitely leaning toward selling but there is a major fly in the ointment, one Dylan Reese manager of the sanctuary, who Aunt Cora bequest a sizable piece of land too right in the middle of the sanctuary. How these two solve their differences and find a happy-ever-after is the basis of this delightful new romance novel one I recommend that you all read and enjoy.
I voluntarily reviewed this Advance Readers Copy after receiving a free copy.
I voluntarily reviewed this Advance Readers Copy after receiving a free copy.
January 3, 2019
This is such a sweet, wonderful story rich in fun, some seriousness great characters some not human but wild animals and women who decided to not marry because of their careers hence they formed the No Brides Club.
Our heroine is a member of this club, a rich and very successful real estate broker in Manhattan, and our hero is the manager of her aunts wildlife sanctuary and which our heroine now owns bequeathed to her by her aunt.
Wild animals, handsome hero, beautiful heroine, and wild animals that one can’t resist make for a wonderful and beautiful story that I loved.
How can two people a country boy and city girl ever get along when and fall in love or leave the whole thing to damaged hearts?
I assure you this is a must read and one that you will love as everything that makes a great romance story with excitement and some twists and turns will keep you turning the pages.
I was given an ARC by the author but was not pushed to put write this review, but I do so because I really love this story and want others to know that it is a really good book to read. I write this review of my own opinion with no pressure to review it and no compensation to do so.
Our heroine is a member of this club, a rich and very successful real estate broker in Manhattan, and our hero is the manager of her aunts wildlife sanctuary and which our heroine now owns bequeathed to her by her aunt.
Wild animals, handsome hero, beautiful heroine, and wild animals that one can’t resist make for a wonderful and beautiful story that I loved.
How can two people a country boy and city girl ever get along when and fall in love or leave the whole thing to damaged hearts?
I assure you this is a must read and one that you will love as everything that makes a great romance story with excitement and some twists and turns will keep you turning the pages.
I was given an ARC by the author but was not pushed to put write this review, but I do so because I really love this story and want others to know that it is a really good book to read. I write this review of my own opinion with no pressure to review it and no compensation to do so.
January 2, 2019
“No Time for Love” is book 1 in the series “No Brides Club”
Kinsley King and her friends have formed a club. They are all professionals who don’t believe they have time in their lives for love.
Then, Kinsley’s aunt leaves Kinsley a wildlife refuge in her will with the desire for the current male manager to continue in his position and live in his house in the middle of the refuge.
Sparks fly when Kinsley gets to the refuge to begin trying to get it ready to sell. Kinsley discovers that she needs more in her life than what her professional life offers.
I started the book expecting to finish it over the course of the weekend. Instead, I found myself staying up very late the first night finishing the book. It held my attention for the duration and was such a sweet story.
I’m excited to read the rest of the books in the “No Brides Club” series as they are released.
I was given the opportunity to read this book before publishing in exchange for an honest review. This is my honest review.
Kinsley King and her friends have formed a club. They are all professionals who don’t believe they have time in their lives for love.
Then, Kinsley’s aunt leaves Kinsley a wildlife refuge in her will with the desire for the current male manager to continue in his position and live in his house in the middle of the refuge.
Sparks fly when Kinsley gets to the refuge to begin trying to get it ready to sell. Kinsley discovers that she needs more in her life than what her professional life offers.
I started the book expecting to finish it over the course of the weekend. Instead, I found myself staying up very late the first night finishing the book. It held my attention for the duration and was such a sweet story.
I’m excited to read the rest of the books in the “No Brides Club” series as they are released.
I was given the opportunity to read this book before publishing in exchange for an honest review. This is my honest review.
January 9, 2019
Loved this story and anxiously awaiting the next book in this great series! How can a high-end realtor manage with an inheritance in the country? Can love win above all odds? Wonderfully written with great interactions between characters. Don't miss this series!
May 7, 2020
The No Brides Club 1-12:
1.
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Love (The No Brides Club Book 1): Kinsley and Dylan by Raine English and this review was given freely.
A fast paced romance with glimpse into Kinsley's work life, Sanctuary care, small town life and a good introduction to the group of independent career focused women determined to remain single comprising the No Brides Club. Tribeca New York real estate broker Kinsley King only has time for her career and her Thursday night Briarwood Bar outings with her No Brides Club friends until the unexpected inheritance of her Aunt's Forever Wild animal sanctuary introduces her to the manager Dylan Reese.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
2
5 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Lullabies (The No Brides Club Book 2): Melody and Brody by Sydney Logan and this review was given freely.
A poignant fast paced second chance at love romance for Kinsley's best friend Melody. Ten years after tragedy results in miscarriage and the loss of the man she loves, successful producer for Manhattan, New York's Harmony Music, Melody Mitchell returns to Meadow Creek, Kentucky for her cousin's funeral where she runs into the now Dr.Brody Myers and receives a second chance at the family she thought she would never have.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
3
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Promises (The No Brides Club Book 3):Rachel and Zander by Lindsay Detwiler and this review was given freely.
Set in New York, this is an attraction at first sight, friends to more romance with two people still hurting from bad relationships, good friends, flamboyant interfering neighbors, an a glimpse into the acting world. When chorus Broadway actress Rachel Winters injures herself during a volunteer workshop for Zander Riley's special education class the kind hearted teacher challenges her focus on acting and desire to remain single.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
4
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Temptation (The No Brides Club Book 4): Georgie and Liam by Monique McDonell and this review was given freely.
A poignant back and forth story of childhood best friends who love each other but deny their feelings for fear of losing each other's friendship. Rachel's friend, Georgie Price, production company owner actress and singer, moves in with her childhood best friend Liam Stone when her apartment is flooded and he coincidentally moves to New York.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
5
3 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Apologies (The No Brides Club Book 5): Kate and Jon by Jean C. Gordon and this review was given freely.
A story with promise. Attraction, misconceptions and insecurities are woven in between slices of small town farming life and the highly competitive and at times vindictive work of New York investment banking in this novel featuring a woman's career struggles and a man's struggle to save his grandfather's. In a sudden twist of fate, frustrated investment analyst Kate Lewis must look past workplace gender biases and her insecurities to trust the true intentions behind her high school rival Jon Smith being hired as her assistant and at the same time offered the promotion she thought she earned.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
6
3 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Surprises (The No Brides Club Book 6): Julie and Daniel by Karen McCullough and this review was given freely.
A novel with promise. Suspenseful and drama packed this second chance at love story for the last of the original six No Brides Club members mixes a corporate take over with computer hacking and vivid scenes of New York's greenscapes and museums.
When Cummings & Worth merges with Spieler Financials the company that ruined her career, contractor computer programmer Julie Harrison has to decide what to do with the attraction she still feels for her ex- fiance Daniel Foster.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
7
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Goodbyes (The No Brides Club Book 7):Brooke and Austin by Christina Butrum and this review was given freely.
Featuring Manhattan, New York pediatric oncology nurse Brooke, this sequel introduces an entire new group of members to the No Brides Club lead by wedding planner Emilia.
After three years, an urgent text from her ex, firefighter Austin Jensen, has Brooke Collins rushing home to Lawson Heights,Iowa when mother has a massive stroke.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
8
5 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Romance (The No Brides Club Book 8):Emilia and Chase by Raine English and this review was given freely.
A short an ironic, chaotic and poignant second chance at love story interwoven with Kinsley's "Murphy's Law" wedding.
Ten years after her almost wedding, New York wedding planner and twin, Emilia Sullivan is reunited with the man who disappeared the night of their elopement,her new caterer Chase Christianson.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
9
2 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Detours (The No Brides Club Book 9): Ava and Nick by Jean C. Gordon and this review was given freely.
A novel with promise and a poignant story of neglect and the real meaning of family. One year after book 5, Kate's little sister Ava Lewis finds herself no longer engaged, back in college for pre-law and coincidently in the same New York apartment building as visiting Philadelphia financial consultant Nick Jansen who receives a sudden visit from his energetic five year old twin "niece and nephew".
May be read as a stand alone but best if read after book 5 but refers to Brooke as still in New York as in the beginning of book 7.
10
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Lattes (The No Brides Club Book 10): Vivian and by Becky Muth and this review was given freely.
A complexed love at first sight story with a down to earth a realistic and fun filled Christian family mixed in with some conflict, the eclectic work life of a millenial, the theme of broken relationships and Broadway. Multiple tragedies result in teacher Vivian Hart being homeless, jobless, single house and sitting for her child's book author, New York matchmaking Aunt Sophie's cat and attracted to the dynamic struggling actor and man of multiple part time jobs Sawyer Nash.
May be read as a stand alone but refers to Brooke still in New York as in the beginning of book 7.
11
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Trouble (The No Brides Club Book 11): Marnie and Mal by Monique McDonell and this review was given freely.
A delightful fast paced billionaire, attraction at first sight, love finally realized romance connecting back to book 4 containing down to earth characters, and strong, successful, caring characters who desire loving and close families of their own despite their less than "TV family" upbringings.
When new No Bride's Club member TV producer Marnie Bate needs a ruse to protector her from her critical mother at her sister's engagement party, Marnie picks the only male friend she knows, Her partner Georgie's husband Liam's business partner, advertising executive and billionaire Malcolm " Mal" Cooper's.
12
3 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Regrets (The No Brides Club Book 12) by Karen McCullough and this review was given freely.
A finding love and healing when not looking romance. This novel includes a slice of New York life involving unsafe low rent housing,Julie's former paralegal cousin,college student and Beckley's Cafe waitress Samantha "Sam" Dennis and widowed attorney Matthew R. Sentori.
1.
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Love (The No Brides Club Book 1): Kinsley and Dylan by Raine English and this review was given freely.
A fast paced romance with glimpse into Kinsley's work life, Sanctuary care, small town life and a good introduction to the group of independent career focused women determined to remain single comprising the No Brides Club. Tribeca New York real estate broker Kinsley King only has time for her career and her Thursday night Briarwood Bar outings with her No Brides Club friends until the unexpected inheritance of her Aunt's Forever Wild animal sanctuary introduces her to the manager Dylan Reese.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
2
5 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Lullabies (The No Brides Club Book 2): Melody and Brody by Sydney Logan and this review was given freely.
A poignant fast paced second chance at love romance for Kinsley's best friend Melody. Ten years after tragedy results in miscarriage and the loss of the man she loves, successful producer for Manhattan, New York's Harmony Music, Melody Mitchell returns to Meadow Creek, Kentucky for her cousin's funeral where she runs into the now Dr.Brody Myers and receives a second chance at the family she thought she would never have.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
3
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Promises (The No Brides Club Book 3):Rachel and Zander by Lindsay Detwiler and this review was given freely.
Set in New York, this is an attraction at first sight, friends to more romance with two people still hurting from bad relationships, good friends, flamboyant interfering neighbors, an a glimpse into the acting world. When chorus Broadway actress Rachel Winters injures herself during a volunteer workshop for Zander Riley's special education class the kind hearted teacher challenges her focus on acting and desire to remain single.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
4
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Temptation (The No Brides Club Book 4): Georgie and Liam by Monique McDonell and this review was given freely.
A poignant back and forth story of childhood best friends who love each other but deny their feelings for fear of losing each other's friendship. Rachel's friend, Georgie Price, production company owner actress and singer, moves in with her childhood best friend Liam Stone when her apartment is flooded and he coincidentally moves to New York.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
5
3 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Apologies (The No Brides Club Book 5): Kate and Jon by Jean C. Gordon and this review was given freely.
A story with promise. Attraction, misconceptions and insecurities are woven in between slices of small town farming life and the highly competitive and at times vindictive work of New York investment banking in this novel featuring a woman's career struggles and a man's struggle to save his grandfather's. In a sudden twist of fate, frustrated investment analyst Kate Lewis must look past workplace gender biases and her insecurities to trust the true intentions behind her high school rival Jon Smith being hired as her assistant and at the same time offered the promotion she thought she earned.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
6
3 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Surprises (The No Brides Club Book 6): Julie and Daniel by Karen McCullough and this review was given freely.
A novel with promise. Suspenseful and drama packed this second chance at love story for the last of the original six No Brides Club members mixes a corporate take over with computer hacking and vivid scenes of New York's greenscapes and museums.
When Cummings & Worth merges with Spieler Financials the company that ruined her career, contractor computer programmer Julie Harrison has to decide what to do with the attraction she still feels for her ex- fiance Daniel Foster.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
7
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Goodbyes (The No Brides Club Book 7):Brooke and Austin by Christina Butrum and this review was given freely.
Featuring Manhattan, New York pediatric oncology nurse Brooke, this sequel introduces an entire new group of members to the No Brides Club lead by wedding planner Emilia.
After three years, an urgent text from her ex, firefighter Austin Jensen, has Brooke Collins rushing home to Lawson Heights,Iowa when mother has a massive stroke.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
8
5 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Romance (The No Brides Club Book 8):Emilia and Chase by Raine English and this review was given freely.
A short an ironic, chaotic and poignant second chance at love story interwoven with Kinsley's "Murphy's Law" wedding.
Ten years after her almost wedding, New York wedding planner and twin, Emilia Sullivan is reunited with the man who disappeared the night of their elopement,her new caterer Chase Christianson.
May be read as a stand alone but best if read in sequence.
9
2 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Detours (The No Brides Club Book 9): Ava and Nick by Jean C. Gordon and this review was given freely.
A novel with promise and a poignant story of neglect and the real meaning of family. One year after book 5, Kate's little sister Ava Lewis finds herself no longer engaged, back in college for pre-law and coincidently in the same New York apartment building as visiting Philadelphia financial consultant Nick Jansen who receives a sudden visit from his energetic five year old twin "niece and nephew".
May be read as a stand alone but best if read after book 5 but refers to Brooke as still in New York as in the beginning of book 7.
10
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Lattes (The No Brides Club Book 10): Vivian and by Becky Muth and this review was given freely.
A complexed love at first sight story with a down to earth a realistic and fun filled Christian family mixed in with some conflict, the eclectic work life of a millenial, the theme of broken relationships and Broadway. Multiple tragedies result in teacher Vivian Hart being homeless, jobless, single house and sitting for her child's book author, New York matchmaking Aunt Sophie's cat and attracted to the dynamic struggling actor and man of multiple part time jobs Sawyer Nash.
May be read as a stand alone but refers to Brooke still in New York as in the beginning of book 7.
11
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Trouble (The No Brides Club Book 11): Marnie and Mal by Monique McDonell and this review was given freely.
A delightful fast paced billionaire, attraction at first sight, love finally realized romance connecting back to book 4 containing down to earth characters, and strong, successful, caring characters who desire loving and close families of their own despite their less than "TV family" upbringings.
When new No Bride's Club member TV producer Marnie Bate needs a ruse to protector her from her critical mother at her sister's engagement party, Marnie picks the only male friend she knows, Her partner Georgie's husband Liam's business partner, advertising executive and billionaire Malcolm " Mal" Cooper's.
12
3 stars
I purchased a copy of the clean novel No Time for Regrets (The No Brides Club Book 12) by Karen McCullough and this review was given freely.
A finding love and healing when not looking romance. This novel includes a slice of New York life involving unsafe low rent housing,Julie's former paralegal cousin,college student and Beckley's Cafe waitress Samantha "Sam" Dennis and widowed attorney Matthew R. Sentori.
June 22, 2019
No Time for Love is by Raine English. This is the beginning of the series of the No Brides Club. This club was organized by a group of career women. These women declared they would not marry but would concentrate on their careers. Each person had her own reasons for believing this. Kinsley King was no different.
Kinsley King was one of the best real estate brokers in Manhattan. She loved her job, her home, and her friends. She was perfectly content until her aunt die and left her a Wildlife Sanctuary. There was nothing for her to do but to go to the Sanctuary and make an assessment of it. Then she could put it on the market.
Dylan Reese had finally found a home after moving around. He was at home running the large sanctuary and refinishing the small house of his own. His land was 3 acres right in the middle of the sanctuary. What was he supposed to do? Did he have it in him to sell out and begin again? Maybe he could get the new owner to keep the sanctuary and let him run it.
He wasn’t going to have long to wait as Kinsley had just arrived.
Kinsley King was one of the best real estate brokers in Manhattan. She loved her job, her home, and her friends. She was perfectly content until her aunt die and left her a Wildlife Sanctuary. There was nothing for her to do but to go to the Sanctuary and make an assessment of it. Then she could put it on the market.
Dylan Reese had finally found a home after moving around. He was at home running the large sanctuary and refinishing the small house of his own. His land was 3 acres right in the middle of the sanctuary. What was he supposed to do? Did he have it in him to sell out and begin again? Maybe he could get the new owner to keep the sanctuary and let him run it.
He wasn’t going to have long to wait as Kinsley had just arrived.
April 12, 2019
No Time for Love by Raine English is the first book in The No Brides Club series.
While this isn't my first book from the Sweet Promise Press publishing, it IS my first book from Raine English that I've read. I must say it was rather enjoyable. And by "enjoyable" I mean that I started the book in the middle of the night when I couldn't sleep and now at 9am I am writing the review!
Kinsley King is a city girl with a thriving profession that she loves - it's her life. Literally. The one thing she has going besides work are her friends. They form a group of 6 professional women who have chosen to focus their lives on careers instead of love. They call themselves the No Brides Club. Kinsley receives the horrible news of her aunts death and finds out that she has inherited everything her aunt Cora owned. This included Forever Wild, an animal sanctuary that was Cora heart. While visiting the sanctuary to get an idea of it's value, as well as see what all needed to be done in order to get it sale ready. It's here that Kinsley meets Dylan Reese the sanctuary manager. Dylan is the main stumbling block in Kinsley's plans to sell. Cora had given him the house he had been living in for the past 5 years along with 3 acres of land surrounding the house. It just so happens that the property actually sits smack dab in the middle of Cora/Kinsley's property. So being able to sell just got a little trickier. Kinsley also didn't plan on falling for Dylan and that changed everything.
I opened this book in hopes it would help me go to sleep. The only problem was that I stated reading and then the next minute I notice the room is starting to brighten up and I'm on chapter 18! I have no idea where the time went. I was busy cheering on a couple of complete opposites that just somehow work together. I found myself caring about the animals futures, employees, Kinsley working herself to death, and what was going to happen between her and Dylan. I must say that Raine English did such a good job of showing the sparks between these two by painting such a beautiful picture with her words! I was just in awe of this book. I am a huge animal lover and do animal rescue. I have a dog that will be a lifelong resident with me, so I could understand Dylan's point in this book very well. I didn't identify as much with Kinsley, but I still liked her and could sympathise with a lot of what she went through in the book. Raine English did a fabulous job drawing me in, holding my interest, making me feel the feels, and piping my interest for more. She did a fantabulous job laying the groundwork for the series too. I can't wait to read more of them.
I received a free copy of this book. I have chosen to leave a review in support of both the author and the book. All opinions and views expressed are my own
While this isn't my first book from the Sweet Promise Press publishing, it IS my first book from Raine English that I've read. I must say it was rather enjoyable. And by "enjoyable" I mean that I started the book in the middle of the night when I couldn't sleep and now at 9am I am writing the review!
Kinsley King is a city girl with a thriving profession that she loves - it's her life. Literally. The one thing she has going besides work are her friends. They form a group of 6 professional women who have chosen to focus their lives on careers instead of love. They call themselves the No Brides Club. Kinsley receives the horrible news of her aunts death and finds out that she has inherited everything her aunt Cora owned. This included Forever Wild, an animal sanctuary that was Cora heart. While visiting the sanctuary to get an idea of it's value, as well as see what all needed to be done in order to get it sale ready. It's here that Kinsley meets Dylan Reese the sanctuary manager. Dylan is the main stumbling block in Kinsley's plans to sell. Cora had given him the house he had been living in for the past 5 years along with 3 acres of land surrounding the house. It just so happens that the property actually sits smack dab in the middle of Cora/Kinsley's property. So being able to sell just got a little trickier. Kinsley also didn't plan on falling for Dylan and that changed everything.
I opened this book in hopes it would help me go to sleep. The only problem was that I stated reading and then the next minute I notice the room is starting to brighten up and I'm on chapter 18! I have no idea where the time went. I was busy cheering on a couple of complete opposites that just somehow work together. I found myself caring about the animals futures, employees, Kinsley working herself to death, and what was going to happen between her and Dylan. I must say that Raine English did such a good job of showing the sparks between these two by painting such a beautiful picture with her words! I was just in awe of this book. I am a huge animal lover and do animal rescue. I have a dog that will be a lifelong resident with me, so I could understand Dylan's point in this book very well. I didn't identify as much with Kinsley, but I still liked her and could sympathise with a lot of what she went through in the book. Raine English did a fabulous job drawing me in, holding my interest, making me feel the feels, and piping my interest for more. She did a fantabulous job laying the groundwork for the series too. I can't wait to read more of them.
I received a free copy of this book. I have chosen to leave a review in support of both the author and the book. All opinions and views expressed are my own
January 24, 2019
This is the 1st book in a new series- The No Brides Club. I don't read a lot of romance, so I'm not sure if I'm categorizing this right, but I'd call it a sweet romance. No cursing, no sex. Sweet small town. This book interested me because of the setting.
Pros=
I really loved the setting of Forever Wild. Truly unique. And well described. I could be very happy living there.
Dylan was the most fleshed out character to me. And I loved him. His passion & knowledge of his job & his love for all creatures was very evident. Hewey & Nadia were very well described too.
My absolute favorite scene was of Hewey & Dylan walking down the road back to the sanctuary. It was so easy to picture in my mind & had me smiling.
The small town of Camille sounds like a nice place to live. And the dialogue was realistic.
Cons=
Outside of Dylan, I felt the characters, especially Kinsley, could have been more developed.
The plot was unique in that it was city girl/country boy, but, at the same time you knew going in what the outcome would be.
My biggest complaint was the ending. They knew each other 2 weeks, had one semi-date, & boom, were in love & engaged. Maybe I don't read enough romances, but that doesn't seem like an intelligent move. Especially for a woman who started a club called the No Brides Club. And I really expected a little more push back & discussion from the other members of the club. One line was all that was given.
Bottom Line=
I think romance fans will really enjoy this book. I liked it, but not enough to want to read the rest of the series. I did read the plot summaries for the other books at the end of this one, and honestly, they sound like they are all basically the same stories, just different names & occupations.
Please realize this is only my opinion, & it is outside my normal genre of cozy mysteries. I have read Janet Evanovich's old romances & really loved those, so I guess I like the rom-com type better.
I am glad I read this book, learned some interesting facts about wolves, & the scenes with Nadia & Hewey will stay with me a long time. They were wonderfully touching & very well written.
Thank you to Sweet Promise Press for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
Pros=
I really loved the setting of Forever Wild. Truly unique. And well described. I could be very happy living there.
Dylan was the most fleshed out character to me. And I loved him. His passion & knowledge of his job & his love for all creatures was very evident. Hewey & Nadia were very well described too.
My absolute favorite scene was of Hewey & Dylan walking down the road back to the sanctuary. It was so easy to picture in my mind & had me smiling.
The small town of Camille sounds like a nice place to live. And the dialogue was realistic.
Cons=
Outside of Dylan, I felt the characters, especially Kinsley, could have been more developed.
The plot was unique in that it was city girl/country boy, but, at the same time you knew going in what the outcome would be.
My biggest complaint was the ending. They knew each other 2 weeks, had one semi-date, & boom, were in love & engaged. Maybe I don't read enough romances, but that doesn't seem like an intelligent move. Especially for a woman who started a club called the No Brides Club. And I really expected a little more push back & discussion from the other members of the club. One line was all that was given.
Bottom Line=
I think romance fans will really enjoy this book. I liked it, but not enough to want to read the rest of the series. I did read the plot summaries for the other books at the end of this one, and honestly, they sound like they are all basically the same stories, just different names & occupations.
Please realize this is only my opinion, & it is outside my normal genre of cozy mysteries. I have read Janet Evanovich's old romances & really loved those, so I guess I like the rom-com type better.
I am glad I read this book, learned some interesting facts about wolves, & the scenes with Nadia & Hewey will stay with me a long time. They were wonderfully touching & very well written.
Thank you to Sweet Promise Press for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
October 10, 2020
Will she take a chance on the animals and on him?
No Time For Love is a sweet little romance set in a rather unusual location, a wildlife sanctuary. There were definite Hallmark movie vibes, big city girl falls in love with small-town guy, but it was still cute. It's not a deep read by any means so if you are looking for a light romance the first book in Raine English's No Brides Club might fit the bill. I will confess to getting annoyed with Kinsley several times as she behaves quite stereotypically for a high-powered New York City businesswoman. I also felt her belief that she “can have it all” was a bit silly, instead of just realizing that her priorities will continue to change and evolve as she goes through life. Anyway...
I listened to the audiobook version of this story and found it to be an easy way to keep my mind entertained for a few short hours while completing other tasks. The sound and production quality were good. I did appreciate the fact that there were two narrators, though the male narrator was much better than the female narrator. She had a way of tacking on phrases like 'she thought' and 'he said' as if they were a separate sentence and her enunciation was a bit off. However, I will say that her voice was a perfect match for Kinsley. As I mentioned, I did like the male narrator and he had a good grasp on creating different voices for the characters.
All in all this book was neither a hit nor a big miss for me. I was glad to have something to listen to while my hands were busy but I doubt I will go out of my way to read more of the series.
(I received a copy of this book from the author/publisher. All opinions are entirely my own.)
No Time For Love is a sweet little romance set in a rather unusual location, a wildlife sanctuary. There were definite Hallmark movie vibes, big city girl falls in love with small-town guy, but it was still cute. It's not a deep read by any means so if you are looking for a light romance the first book in Raine English's No Brides Club might fit the bill. I will confess to getting annoyed with Kinsley several times as she behaves quite stereotypically for a high-powered New York City businesswoman. I also felt her belief that she “can have it all” was a bit silly, instead of just realizing that her priorities will continue to change and evolve as she goes through life. Anyway...
I listened to the audiobook version of this story and found it to be an easy way to keep my mind entertained for a few short hours while completing other tasks. The sound and production quality were good. I did appreciate the fact that there were two narrators, though the male narrator was much better than the female narrator. She had a way of tacking on phrases like 'she thought' and 'he said' as if they were a separate sentence and her enunciation was a bit off. However, I will say that her voice was a perfect match for Kinsley. As I mentioned, I did like the male narrator and he had a good grasp on creating different voices for the characters.
All in all this book was neither a hit nor a big miss for me. I was glad to have something to listen to while my hands were busy but I doubt I will go out of my way to read more of the series.
(I received a copy of this book from the author/publisher. All opinions are entirely my own.)
February 8, 2019
This is book one of a new series called the No Brides Club where 6 friends make a deal to not let love get in the way of their careers. It was very nice to be reading on of Raine English story again as it’s been a while since my last read of her wonderful stories. I am looking forward to the rest of this series and to learn more about the other women and how they will find the one true love to fight for their attention other than their careers. This is a delightful and charming sweet story that I received an ARC of to which I have written my honest and voluntary review. I love learning new information at the animals in this book and found these animals endearing to read about.
Kinsley King lives in New York City here she loves her high-end lifestyle and her high demand real estate job and business. But one phone call will make her take a look at her life and her past when she finds out her beloved aunt has passed away and left her with a wildlife sanctuary in a small town. She will have to make some choices honour her aunt Cora’s wishers to keep the sanctuary going or sell the lot so she can her career in the city.
Dylan Reese loves his job as the manager of the Wildlife sanctuary in Camille where is life in is slow, but very busy taking care of the animals. But life looks like it all might change with the sudden death of Cora the owner. What would a city chick want with an animal sanctuary when she never had time to even visit her aunt in all the years he had worked here.
But there is chemistry between the two as soon they meet but they both have their mines set to what needs to be done. They both are not looking for anything in the lines of a relationship so they try to stick to the business at hand.
But as time goes on Dylan is looking at losing more than his job and life passion but possible the woman he could change his views for.
Can Kinsley keep everyone happy as well as follow her heart even if that’s sending her down a new path?
October 14, 2019
Put six career oriented women together in Manhattan and you get "No Bride's Group". An interesting concept that these ladies have stuck to their pact since none of them has met THAT SPECIAL ONE! This is the first book in the series and introduces Kinsley and Dylan. She is a hot-shot realtor in the city and has just inherited her aunt's "wildlife refuge". When her Aunt Cora passed Kinsley was given everything except Dylan's house and land which are located in the center of the refuge. She also receives her Aunt's very spacious Victorian home which is in need of extensive updating. When Dylan won't sell his house & property to Kinsley - she has to make a decision. Sell or keep the refuge that Dylan runs. Interesting characters, a good storyline, but the end seemed too rush. Beautiful descriptions by the author of the refuge, the updated home, and very likeable characters. A relatively clean read {some kissing}, well edited with a special HEA.
I received an ARC copy of this book. However, this is my voluntary, honest and completely personal review.
VICKI FROM WYOMING
I received an ARC copy of this book. However, this is my voluntary, honest and completely personal review.
VICKI FROM WYOMING
January 12, 2019
Kinsley King has worked hard to make a name for herself in Manhattan and has no desire to sacrifice her career as a real estate broker for a relationship. She meets with 5 other women on a weekly basis as part of the No Brides Club and is perfectly content with her current lifestyle.
When her Aunt passes away and leaves her beloved animal sanctuary to Kinsley, she must go inspect the property and figure out if she's going to sell. The last thing she expects is Dylan Reese, who owns land smack dab in the center of the sanctuary, making it hard to sell. He has a special way with the animals, and the more time she spends there, the harder it is to imagine letting it go.
This is a wonderful tale of a city girl and country boy, trying to overcome obstacles to figure out the best outcome for everyone. I'm a huge animal lover, so this book pulled my heart strings. I immediately started reading the next book and can't wait to see all of the "no brides" find their happy endings!
When her Aunt passes away and leaves her beloved animal sanctuary to Kinsley, she must go inspect the property and figure out if she's going to sell. The last thing she expects is Dylan Reese, who owns land smack dab in the center of the sanctuary, making it hard to sell. He has a special way with the animals, and the more time she spends there, the harder it is to imagine letting it go.
This is a wonderful tale of a city girl and country boy, trying to overcome obstacles to figure out the best outcome for everyone. I'm a huge animal lover, so this book pulled my heart strings. I immediately started reading the next book and can't wait to see all of the "no brides" find their happy endings!
January 11, 2019
No Time for Love is a captivating start to the multi-author No Brides Club series. Author Raine English sets the stage for this collection by introducing us to Kinsley King, a very successful New York City real estate broker. Kinsley, along with several other women, has formed a club based on their career-oriented goals – a goal that does not leave room for relationships which could lead to marriage.
While at lunch with other members of the club, Kinsley learns that her aunt has died. She finds that she is the primary beneficiary and will inherit her aunt’s wildlife sanctuary, Forever Wild. Aunt Cora also requested that the current manager, Dylan Reese, be allowed to remain as manager of the refuge.
As you can guess, Kinsley and Dylan make an instant connection. Of course, it isn’t that easy since the sanctuary is approximately three hours from the city and Kinsey feels that she cannot be away from her New York City office. Dylan is devoted to the animals at the refuge and absolutely feels that it should remain open instead of being sold to a new owner or to a developer who would close it down.
Ms. English does a beautiful job of developing her primary characters and helping the reader get to know them. Secondary characters, while not quite so completely fleshed out, fill a purpose in the story that does not require us to know them as well. We see Kinsley, Dylan, and others as real people and I found myself pulling for them to work things out.
As I have enjoyed some of her other stories, I requested an advance copy of this book from the author with no promise of a positive review. This one did not disappoint me, and I look forward to reading more of her books.
While at lunch with other members of the club, Kinsley learns that her aunt has died. She finds that she is the primary beneficiary and will inherit her aunt’s wildlife sanctuary, Forever Wild. Aunt Cora also requested that the current manager, Dylan Reese, be allowed to remain as manager of the refuge.
As you can guess, Kinsley and Dylan make an instant connection. Of course, it isn’t that easy since the sanctuary is approximately three hours from the city and Kinsey feels that she cannot be away from her New York City office. Dylan is devoted to the animals at the refuge and absolutely feels that it should remain open instead of being sold to a new owner or to a developer who would close it down.
Ms. English does a beautiful job of developing her primary characters and helping the reader get to know them. Secondary characters, while not quite so completely fleshed out, fill a purpose in the story that does not require us to know them as well. We see Kinsley, Dylan, and others as real people and I found myself pulling for them to work things out.
As I have enjoyed some of her other stories, I requested an advance copy of this book from the author with no promise of a positive review. This one did not disappoint me, and I look forward to reading more of her books.
January 10, 2019
I really enjoyed No Time For Love, book one on the No Brides Club series. The No Brides Club consists of 6 smart, successful women who feel their careers leave them no time for love and romance. This first book is the story of Kinsley King, a very successful New York City real estate agent, and Dylan Reese, who lives in and oversees a 300 acre wildlife sanctuary formerly owned by Kinsley's aunt and now bequeathed to Kinsley. These two are attracted to each other despite being city girl/country boy. Dylan introduces Kinsley to the town, its people and the animals. Kinsley is sure she cannot live in the country and she knows Dylan will not go to the city. You will have to read this book to see if they can work things out. If you like clean romance and opposites attract, I highly recommend this book.
January 22, 2019
I loved this story and the characters.
When six friends make a pact not to let love get in the way of their careers, the No Brides Club is born.
Kinsley King lives for her career and is successful at what she does. But when her aunt dies and she inherits a wildlife sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, She has to decide what to do with the place, should she sell and maintain her lifestyle, or should she honor her aunt's last request?
Dylan Reese works at the sanctuary and loves his lifestyle, but when the owner dies and leaves the place for her niece, he will have to decide whether to stay in the place or abandon everything.
When they meet, though opposites, the attraction between them is huge. As Kinsley begins to work with the animals, she begins to see things a little differently.
I loved the story and the message it passes, as well as the characters. I recommend the reading.
When six friends make a pact not to let love get in the way of their careers, the No Brides Club is born.
Kinsley King lives for her career and is successful at what she does. But when her aunt dies and she inherits a wildlife sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, She has to decide what to do with the place, should she sell and maintain her lifestyle, or should she honor her aunt's last request?
Dylan Reese works at the sanctuary and loves his lifestyle, but when the owner dies and leaves the place for her niece, he will have to decide whether to stay in the place or abandon everything.
When they meet, though opposites, the attraction between them is huge. As Kinsley begins to work with the animals, she begins to see things a little differently.
I loved the story and the message it passes, as well as the characters. I recommend the reading.
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