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Rivers Brothers #1
Lift You Up
Friends of the family were forbidden fruit.
You didn't get to take a bite, no matter how tempting it might be.
And it sure was tempting when they showed up at your doorstep, soaking wet, shaking, begging for your help, your protection, when you suddenly found them hiding out from their problems in your place, in your bed while you attempted to take on their case, figure out how someone who led the quiet kind of life she did ended up on some bad guy’s radar, who wanted her badly enough to chase her through the streets, to make her need to uproot her entire life.
She was trusting me, depending on me.
There were plenty of things to keep my mind occupied.
Yet all I could think about was what it might be like to get a taste, a touch, a bite.
Maybe if I had been more focused on her case, I would have seen what was coming, could have prevented it before it was too late…
You didn't get to take a bite, no matter how tempting it might be.
And it sure was tempting when they showed up at your doorstep, soaking wet, shaking, begging for your help, your protection, when you suddenly found them hiding out from their problems in your place, in your bed while you attempted to take on their case, figure out how someone who led the quiet kind of life she did ended up on some bad guy’s radar, who wanted her badly enough to chase her through the streets, to make her need to uproot her entire life.
She was trusting me, depending on me.
There were plenty of things to keep my mind occupied.
Yet all I could think about was what it might be like to get a taste, a touch, a bite.
Maybe if I had been more focused on her case, I would have seen what was coming, could have prevented it before it was too late…
244 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 27, 2019
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162 books5,392 followersJessica Gadziala is a USA Today bestselling author who lives in rural New Jersey with her parrots, dogs, and an ever-growing collection of houseplants. A lifelong dreamer, she’s been writing stories since childhood and published her first book in 2015. When not at her desk, she’s usually feeding backyard birds, rewatching crime dramas, period pieces, and 90s supernatural TV shows, or adding to her towering stacks of unread books.
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November 5, 2020
Title: ➳ ❤- Lift You Up
Series ➳ Rivers Brothers Series 1#
Author: ➳ Jessica Gadziala
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Publication March 29th 2019
Kingston and Savea's story.
I’ve been waiting for the Rivers Brothers to get their own stories since Scottie & Mark’s book. Wow a great start to an new series from Jessica Gadziala… another set of sexy alpha to read in
Savvy, I think that I fell in love with her in Sugar & Peyton’s book.
Savvy is the girl with the big heart, especially for animals, you’ll see in this book how much of animal lover Savvy truly really is
And omg I know that I fell in love with Kingston in Mark & Scottie story. This is the man who put his life on hold for his family to settle their score with the system. The one I most wanted to read out of the Rivers Brothers.
She was in the wrong place at the wrong time , he in the right place at the right time
This is a sweet story about how, Friends of the family were forbidden fruit. And how just cuz you don’t share the same blood doesn’t mean you aren’t family
Kingston & Savea story wasn't complicated, there wasn't a ton of drama, & I think that maybe just maybe that’s what I needed, a just sweet love story
Nixon
On to the next book, I believe Lock You Down- (Nixon )(Rivers Brothers Series) is up next in the Navesink Bank Universe
Yay I’m slowly but surely making me through this Navesink Bank Universe
📚 Hope you enjoy this read & also always keep in mind this is just my opinion+ Also I wouldn’t never discourage anyone from reading this book.
Happy Reading --- Enjoy ……. Paulette Review
Series ➳ Rivers Brothers Series 1#
Author: ➳ Jessica Gadziala
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Publication March 29th 2019
Kingston and Savea's story.
I’ve been waiting for the Rivers Brothers to get their own stories since Scottie & Mark’s book. Wow a great start to an new series from Jessica Gadziala… another set of sexy alpha to read in
Savvy, I think that I fell in love with her in Sugar & Peyton’s book.
Savvy is the girl with the big heart, especially for animals, you’ll see in this book how much of animal lover Savvy truly really is
And omg I know that I fell in love with Kingston in Mark & Scottie story. This is the man who put his life on hold for his family to settle their score with the system. The one I most wanted to read out of the Rivers Brothers.
She was in the wrong place at the wrong time , he in the right place at the right time
This is a sweet story about how, Friends of the family were forbidden fruit. And how just cuz you don’t share the same blood doesn’t mean you aren’t family
Kingston & Savea story wasn't complicated, there wasn't a ton of drama, & I think that maybe just maybe that’s what I needed, a just sweet love story
Nixon
On to the next book, I believe Lock You Down- (Nixon )(Rivers Brothers Series) is up next in the Navesink Bank Universe
Yay I’m slowly but surely making me through this Navesink Bank Universe
📚 Hope you enjoy this read & also always keep in mind this is just my opinion+ Also I wouldn’t never discourage anyone from reading this book.
Happy Reading --- Enjoy ……. Paulette Review
March 3, 2021
I’ve been waiting for the River’s Brothers series since I met them in The Mallick Brothers series!! Once again, all these series take place in the Navesink Bank world... and I love that world!
I also first met Savvy in Sugar’s book ( the Henchmen series!) and I felt a connection with her and her love of animals!
This book is about Kingston Rivers and Savea... they have always had a crush on each other but have never acted on it... until now! I have to say that these two had major sexual chemistry!! When they finally acted in their attraction; sparks flew! I devoured the scenes where they got intimate with one another! My one complaint was that I felt like I wanted more sex between them!😂 I really felt like there wasn’t enough!!!
All in all though, I am enjoying this whole world Jessica Gadziela has created in a big way! I am glad that I have a ton of books to still read as I am not ready to leave Navesink Bank yet!!! I definitely highly recommend checking any of these series out!
I also first met Savvy in Sugar’s book ( the Henchmen series!) and I felt a connection with her and her love of animals!
This book is about Kingston Rivers and Savea... they have always had a crush on each other but have never acted on it... until now! I have to say that these two had major sexual chemistry!! When they finally acted in their attraction; sparks flew! I devoured the scenes where they got intimate with one another! My one complaint was that I felt like I wanted more sex between them!😂 I really felt like there wasn’t enough!!!
All in all though, I am enjoying this whole world Jessica Gadziela has created in a big way! I am glad that I have a ton of books to still read as I am not ready to leave Navesink Bank yet!!! I definitely highly recommend checking any of these series out!
March 31, 2019
Hero: 3 stars.
Heroine: 1 star because she loves animals.
The woman is running for her life but she needs to stop and admired the hero because there no way that anyone couldn’t admire one the Rivers brothers even if they were in a life or death situation.. The only thing I liked about her was her love for animals.
I didn't care if I was being stabbed to death, my internal organs being pulled out and played with. If King or Nixon or Atlas or Rush were standing somewhere nearby, I was pretty sure my last worldly thoughts would be about how beautiful they were. And they were. And he was. Perhaps the most beautiful of them all.
Now, I had dreamed of throwing myself at a one Mr. Kingston Rivers more than a few times. More often than I ever cared to mention.
I had spent many a nights drooling over these men, this man in particular.
His wide palm making it so that both his thumb and his pinkie were grazing either of my breasts, something I absolutely should not have been noticing. Not at a time like this. But when you imagined a man's hands on your breasts for years, you noticed it when it happened. Even if only for a second. Okay... two. Three tops.
I only finished because of the hero. He’s a good man, a family oriented guy. He was a bit insecure, you know how rare is to read about a hero who’s a bit insecure instead of the usual cocky manho?
The most important thing for him was to raised his siblings. He had no time to whore himself out. And honestly I think he deserved someone better than the heroine but that’s just my opinion .
Safety: They have known each other for years. Both are not virgin. And there’s no mention on both being with OP after meeting unless I missed it. If I did, feel free to correct me. No OW/OM drama.
Heroine: 1 star because she loves animals.
The woman is running for her life but she needs to stop and admired the hero because there no way that anyone couldn’t admire one the Rivers brothers even if they were in a life or death situation.. The only thing I liked about her was her love for animals.
I didn't care if I was being stabbed to death, my internal organs being pulled out and played with. If King or Nixon or Atlas or Rush were standing somewhere nearby, I was pretty sure my last worldly thoughts would be about how beautiful they were. And they were. And he was. Perhaps the most beautiful of them all.
Now, I had dreamed of throwing myself at a one Mr. Kingston Rivers more than a few times. More often than I ever cared to mention.
I had spent many a nights drooling over these men, this man in particular.
His wide palm making it so that both his thumb and his pinkie were grazing either of my breasts, something I absolutely should not have been noticing. Not at a time like this. But when you imagined a man's hands on your breasts for years, you noticed it when it happened. Even if only for a second. Okay... two. Three tops.
I only finished because of the hero. He’s a good man, a family oriented guy. He was a bit insecure, you know how rare is to read about a hero who’s a bit insecure instead of the usual cocky manho?
The most important thing for him was to raised his siblings. He had no time to whore himself out. And honestly I think he deserved someone better than the heroine but that’s just my opinion .
Safety: They have known each other for years. Both are not virgin. And there’s no mention on both being with OP after meeting unless I missed it. If I did, feel free to correct me. No OW/OM drama.
March 28, 2019
5 Kingston River Stars
Left You Up is the first book in Jessica Gadziala's new series River Brothers. I for one have been so excited for this book. We've heard some sneaky bits from previous books about.. and I think she has everyone on edge for Kingston and Savea's story.
Savvy is just amazing she did not let me down at all. She is an amazing person who cares deeply about the animals in the store she works in. More so then the current owner. She takes herself out on a very wet rainy night to give them lettuce she had forgotten to give them early that evening and this cause a chain of events that she never saw coming. It sees her running for her life towards the only person she can trust, King!
This was such a nice read, Not to jammed packed with crime but that's OK because Savvy and Kings story shines through and I really loved it. We see so many secondary characters from Navesink Bank and I really think this makes a story great when an Author can do this. If your looking for a feel good, laugh out load read this is the book for you.
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Left You Up is the first book in Jessica Gadziala's new series River Brothers. I for one have been so excited for this book. We've heard some sneaky bits from previous books about.. and I think she has everyone on edge for Kingston and Savea's story.
Savvy is just amazing she did not let me down at all. She is an amazing person who cares deeply about the animals in the store she works in. More so then the current owner. She takes herself out on a very wet rainy night to give them lettuce she had forgotten to give them early that evening and this cause a chain of events that she never saw coming. It sees her running for her life towards the only person she can trust, King!
This was such a nice read, Not to jammed packed with crime but that's OK because Savvy and Kings story shines through and I really loved it. We see so many secondary characters from Navesink Bank and I really think this makes a story great when an Author can do this. If your looking for a feel good, laugh out load read this is the book for you.
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March 31, 2019
3.5 Stars
April 2, 2019
The perfect blend of sweetness, sass, laugh out loud moments, action & suspense...Lift You Up is the first book in the Rivers Brothers Series and it was so so good! We've been waiting for this series for a minute and Jessica Gadziala did not disappoint! Kingston & Savea weren't complicated, there wasn't a a ton of drama; and I LOVED that. Two people that were just simply meant to be.❤️ I love this book, loved the chance to visit one of my absolute favorite book worlds and I cannot wait for more of the Rivers brothers ❤️
December 8, 2024
5+ smiling stars
Talk about characters to fall in love with!
My god, that's one of the many reasons Jessica is one of my go-tos in the contemporary romance world.
Because this girl knows how to write.
And how to make me swoon every single time I reach for her books.
Because she always delivers.
Because every time she gives me a couple, the chemistry they have is mind blowing and it usually reminds me of that panty-melting look Oscar Isaac gave Jessica Chastain on that red carpet.
Hot!
Hot!!!
Freaking HAWT!!!
And that's how Kingston looked at Savea in my head!
Oh my freaking gawd!!!
About the story?
Well, this time it is definitely less dark and not as heavy on the action that Jessica is known for.
This time we have two souls, family friends, who have been pining over each other from afar, yet never brave enough to make the first move.
Because you know, there are rules that should never be broken.
And I loved that!
We meet Savea, our animal loving heroine when she sees something she wasn't supposed to see.
When the bad guys chase after her on a rainy night and her only safe haven is Kingston Rivers' place.
Or the man himself.
A former bad boy, an ex-con, a man on a mission to make a name for himself as an honest man.
A tough guy who battles his own insecurities as he becomes the Knight in Shining Armour for the only girl he's had his eyes for for a really long time.
And damn, I absolutely loved him!
I loved how he was dreaming about his life with Savea, making plans for the two of them, dreaming about creating a home and a family.
And all that before these two even kissed!
That was freaking adorable.
There was a moment where he finds Harry, the guy who put his woman in this mess, and King finally claims her as his woman.
And me heart melted completely.
So freaking adorable!!!
Also, needs adding how much I loved Savea.
She was the heroine I could relate to.
In all areas.
With her independence, her love for animals, her compassion and her strong self-esteem despite her shitty, selfish parents, her love for her friends - her makeshift family and her strong values and self-respect?
How could I not?
There was one thing about relationships that she said, that I absolutely adored and agreed with whole-heartedly.
We need more heroines like Savea!
Summing up?
I know I may sound like a broken record when it comes to JG books but I loved them all.
I love the whole world she created, the small Navesink Bank town full of lowlifes but also those full of amazing colourful characters, dancing more or less in the grey zone, who we all have the pleasure to meet in her books.
I can't wait to sink my chompers into Nixon's story, which is book 2 in the series: Lock You Down
Highly recommend!!!
Talk about characters to fall in love with!
My god, that's one of the many reasons Jessica is one of my go-tos in the contemporary romance world.
Because this girl knows how to write.
And how to make me swoon every single time I reach for her books.
Because she always delivers.
Because every time she gives me a couple, the chemistry they have is mind blowing and it usually reminds me of that panty-melting look Oscar Isaac gave Jessica Chastain on that red carpet.
Hot!
Hot!!!
Freaking HAWT!!!
And that's how Kingston looked at Savea in my head!
Oh my freaking gawd!!!
About the story?
Well, this time it is definitely less dark and not as heavy on the action that Jessica is known for.
This time we have two souls, family friends, who have been pining over each other from afar, yet never brave enough to make the first move.
Because you know, there are rules that should never be broken.
And I loved that!
We meet Savea, our animal loving heroine when she sees something she wasn't supposed to see.
When the bad guys chase after her on a rainy night and her only safe haven is Kingston Rivers' place.
Or the man himself.
A former bad boy, an ex-con, a man on a mission to make a name for himself as an honest man.
A tough guy who battles his own insecurities as he becomes the Knight in Shining Armour for the only girl he's had his eyes for for a really long time.
And damn, I absolutely loved him!
I loved how he was dreaming about his life with Savea, making plans for the two of them, dreaming about creating a home and a family.
And all that before these two even kissed!
That was freaking adorable.
There was a moment where he finds Harry, the guy who put his woman in this mess, and King finally claims her as his woman.
And me heart melted completely.
"Kingston Rivers," I declared, jerking him around, pressing my hand around his throat as he faced me, putting enough pressure there to be genuinely uncomfortable without risking unconsciousness.
"Private security," he told me, tone calm, collected, even as his broken, bleeding nose dripped into his mouth.
"Her man," I clarified, even if it was maybe too premature to claim that when we hadn't even discussed it at length yet. She was mine, case closed. Just as much as I was hers. That was all he needed to know.
So freaking adorable!!!
Also, needs adding how much I loved Savea.
She was the heroine I could relate to.
In all areas.
With her independence, her love for animals, her compassion and her strong self-esteem despite her shitty, selfish parents, her love for her friends - her makeshift family and her strong values and self-respect?
How could I not?
There was one thing about relationships that she said, that I absolutely adored and agreed with whole-heartedly.
This, my body seemed to sigh, this was what I had been needing for so long, what I had been waiting for.
Not bruising, impatient drunk kisses with a stranger, not hands too impatient to stay still, not the rush that spoke of an expectation of more.
Just slow, expert exploration.
Just lips searching, finding, just hands holding on through it as the fire kindled, started licking toward a raging flame.
No urgency which seemed to allow every little sensation to amplify, become something nearly overwhelming.
This was why I personally couldn't partake in the hookup culture, why casual sex never worked for me.
I didn't want a hurried orgasm.
I wanted this.
I wanted connection, intimacy.
I wanted someone to slowly get to know the workings of my body while I got to know theirs.
This was what all those old love songs were made about. Back when sex wasn't a means to an end, but a journey to take with your partner, something that showed you about not only them, but yourself.
We need more heroines like Savea!
Summing up?
I know I may sound like a broken record when it comes to JG books but I loved them all.
I love the whole world she created, the small Navesink Bank town full of lowlifes but also those full of amazing colourful characters, dancing more or less in the grey zone, who we all have the pleasure to meet in her books.
I can't wait to sink my chompers into Nixon's story, which is book 2 in the series: Lock You Down
Highly recommend!!!
March 28, 2019
A feel good, laugh out loud romance with a splash of suspense and the start of the long awaited Rivers brothers series. Kingston and Savea's love story was heartwarming and I cannot wait for the rest of the brothers stories.
April 6, 2019
“Meltdown Alert” for those who love a romance that was meant to be! LIFT YOU UP is the latest Jessica Gadziala Navesink Bank tale and the first book in her new series, River Brothers.
This time out, two souls who have kept their feelings hidden find themselves up close and personal when Savea runs to the only safe haven she can think of, Kingston. Are you ready for an animal loving and gentle soul who gets caught up in a deadly game of cat and mouse? Can you handle the soft side of a tough guy with his own insecurities as he becomes the Knight in Shining Armor for the one woman he shouldn’t even think about, because there are rules, you know…but who says the heart follows the rules?
Talk about characters to fall for! Not as heavy on the action as Jessica has been known for, LIFT YOU UP is a sweet romance growing in a garden of danger and trouble as only Navesink Bank knows. Proof that she continues to astound with her ability to write and tell an unforgettable story that makes your heart beat a little faster and your sighs just a little louder! To top it off, you'll be able to chuckle a little, too!
I received a complimentary ARC edition from Jessica Gadziala!
Series: River Brothers - Book 1
Publication Date: March 27, 2019
Publisher: Jessica Gadziala
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Print Length: 224 pages
Available from: Amazon
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This time out, two souls who have kept their feelings hidden find themselves up close and personal when Savea runs to the only safe haven she can think of, Kingston. Are you ready for an animal loving and gentle soul who gets caught up in a deadly game of cat and mouse? Can you handle the soft side of a tough guy with his own insecurities as he becomes the Knight in Shining Armor for the one woman he shouldn’t even think about, because there are rules, you know…but who says the heart follows the rules?
Talk about characters to fall for! Not as heavy on the action as Jessica has been known for, LIFT YOU UP is a sweet romance growing in a garden of danger and trouble as only Navesink Bank knows. Proof that she continues to astound with her ability to write and tell an unforgettable story that makes your heart beat a little faster and your sighs just a little louder! To top it off, you'll be able to chuckle a little, too!
I received a complimentary ARC edition from Jessica Gadziala!
Series: River Brothers - Book 1
Publication Date: March 27, 2019
Publisher: Jessica Gadziala
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Print Length: 224 pages
Available from: Amazon
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
March 29, 2019
King ohhhh Kingston Rivers I have been waiting for you since I first meet you in the book of Mark and you are definitely worth the wait.... Like Savea I have been starstrucked to the River brothers most particularly the first born and serious Kingston.. Whats not to love??! ❤️
The story is typical JG formula
Damsel in distress who runs to her knight in alpha armour..forced to live in the same roof because of bad misfortune drop some kidnapping drama= HEA
We also have a glimpse of some of our favorite Navesibank residents.. Peyton who is a riot 🦄 in her usual crazy self... The animals are a plus.. The girl just love her animals what can we say except tarantulas 😉 Can't wait for the story of Nixon.. As always Jessica will leave us yearning for more...
The story is typical JG formula
Damsel in distress who runs to her knight in alpha armour..forced to live in the same roof because of bad misfortune drop some kidnapping drama= HEA
We also have a glimpse of some of our favorite Navesibank residents.. Peyton who is a riot 🦄 in her usual crazy self... The animals are a plus.. The girl just love her animals what can we say except tarantulas 😉 Can't wait for the story of Nixon.. As always Jessica will leave us yearning for more...
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 11, 2020
Spoilers ahead, 2.5* with a bump
I've waited years for these boys to get their stories told but I admit to being disappointed. Friends to lovers is tough for me because I always wonder why now? And what if?
King had known the h for years as his sister's and Peyton's friend, yet he never made a move....so why now?
The h was being chased by bad guys and went to King for help.....what if she'd never been in danger?? Would he have seen her marry someone else?
The h was another disappointment, she was oh so very weak it annoyed me. I'd read more from this author but this one missed the mark forme.
Past Relationship details were kinda vague but I get the impression he wasn't a manwhore
No cheating
No OW/OM drama
I've waited years for these boys to get their stories told but I admit to being disappointed. Friends to lovers is tough for me because I always wonder why now? And what if?
King had known the h for years as his sister's and Peyton's friend, yet he never made a move....so why now?
The h was being chased by bad guys and went to King for help.....what if she'd never been in danger?? Would he have seen her marry someone else?
The h was another disappointment, she was oh so very weak it annoyed me. I'd read more from this author but this one missed the mark forme.
Past Relationship details were kinda vague but I get the impression he wasn't a manwhore
No cheating
No OW/OM drama
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 30, 2019
Another fantastic read! I am so glad to read about the Rivers family again. Scotti’s story seems so long ago... I look forward to reading books about the remaining brothers... very soon I am hoping!
May 10, 2019
Like it
If you want a break from dark romance, hate-to-love, cheating then this is the book. Nice, sweet happy-ending after a bit of trouble (a book for people who love animals also)
If you want a break from dark romance, hate-to-love, cheating then this is the book. Nice, sweet happy-ending after a bit of trouble (a book for people who love animals also)
March 29, 2019
I feel as if I have had a front row seat watching this romance unfold from the very start. Ever since Scotti and Mark I have been curious about her handsome brothers. And ever since Peyton and Sugar have I wanted Savea’s story. Savea stood in the shadows of her friends for years doing her thing and taking care of her beloved animals at Howie’s. King the oldest and sort of parental figure for his siblings pulled his family from a life of crime to a legit one. King never felt maybe worthy of Savea. Maybe too much of an age difference or to hardened by the life he used to live. Savea was too shy to ever really make the first move. And then fate stepped in. The chemistry is off the charts for this couple. They were absolutely perfect for each other. I really enjoyed watching them start their lives together. I really don’t want to give away this story. You have to read it yourself to get the full effect of Jessica’s phenomenal writing. I loved this story and highly recommend it!!! Can’t wait for Nixon!
August 1, 2024
{{Sigh}} Rivers Brothers.... I’ve been waiting for the Rivers Brothers to get the stories since Scottie and Mark’s story. And let me tell you this was well worth the wait! Lift You Up has just enough action with Harry being a creep. But most of the story is swee. And truthfully absolutely hilarious!! Rush and the romance novel, than the tarantula had me in laughing out loud! And Oeyton... welll she is classic! Now Kingston and Savvy were that of a fairy tale. They were both so kind hearted, and loved so fierc. They were absolutely made for each other. Jessica Gadziala write another epic love story in a universe that I never want to leave...
September 22, 2019
Lift You Up gives you a little bit of everything you need in a book. You get to visit with some of your favorite past characters while you meet some intriguing new characters. JG did not disappoint with the first book to this series.
Kingston and Savea are a great addition the NB universe. Savea is one badass lady and has become one of my favorite characters. Kingston is the sweet genuine person I knew he would be as long as you don’t mess with his woman!
Can’t wait for the next book in this series!
Kingston and Savea are a great addition the NB universe. Savea is one badass lady and has become one of my favorite characters. Kingston is the sweet genuine person I knew he would be as long as you don’t mess with his woman!
Can’t wait for the next book in this series!
March 30, 2019
Beautifully written. It is a perfect balance of lightness with a twist of crime, surprise and suspense. Sweet, sexy and slow burning.I loved being back in the Mallick/Rivers family world again, and that we see more insight on each brothers personality. It makes me really excited for their stories to come out, and I can’t wait.
March 29, 2019
So worth the wait!
Loved loved loved this book! I've been hearing the hype for the first Rivers Brother's book for a little while now and JG did not disappoint! It's sweet and scrappy, there are new twists, familiar familial craziness, and puppies! Loved every minute of it!
Loved loved loved this book! I've been hearing the hype for the first Rivers Brother's book for a little while now and JG did not disappoint! It's sweet and scrappy, there are new twists, familiar familial craziness, and puppies! Loved every minute of it!
March 30, 2019
King At Last
I’ve been waiting for this book for what seems like forever. It was so worth the wait. I love me some River’s brothers!! Now let’s have the rest.
I’ve been waiting for this book for what seems like forever. It was so worth the wait. I love me some River’s brothers!! Now let’s have the rest.
March 29, 2019
I loved it! I am so glad to finally get to read about the River brothers!
March 30, 2019
New series
I loved this book. The NB universe is a wonderful place. New branches have been introduced in this book. I a excited to read about the other Rivers brothers.
I loved this book. The NB universe is a wonderful place. New branches have been introduced in this book. I a excited to read about the other Rivers brothers.
March 29, 2019
There’s this nursery rhyme, written by some lost unknown name, that used to bother me terribly as a child. The kind of bothered that would constantly come up in conversation, would drive my mother insane with the amount of arguing I would do about it, and generally just made me mad at the unknown writer of the song.
This skippy little rhyme speaks of little girls being made of sugar and spice, and everything nice. Clearly, they’ve never met a little lady after bath time who doesn’t want her hair brushed or any grown ass woman before her first cup of coffee in the morning....just me? Can’t be.
I’m getting somewhere here, promise.
The part that used to really ruffle my six year old feathers was the line about little boys. Little boys got to “be made” of frogs, snails, and puppy dog tails.
My argument still stands. Girls like puppies too! Now, I’m not daft enough to ignore this was a light fluffy nursery rhyme innocently written or could be metaphorical...but still not fair. Savea would 100% agree with me that there has to be a special part in the DNA of an animal lover.
Savea was introduced in a previous book (though this can be read as a stand-alone I highly recommend all the previous books in the suggested reading order) and is the epitome of a animal lover, savior, and activist. Most of us won’t check the mail when it’s raining, let alone worry about the lettuce (you’ll only get that if you read it, which you should). She’s both sugar and spice, everything nice, AND puppy dog tails, parrot feathers, fresh veggies, and yogurt drops....basically everything good in this world mixed with any living creature that isn’t of the eight leg variety. You want Savvy to spend time with your puppy because they will learn to behave better after a short visit. You, yourself,want to spend time with Savvy because you will learn to behave better as well as understand the benefits of not using pee pads for potty training your puppy. Biggest, kindest, most independent heart you could ask for in a heroine.
Kingston Rivers. Many heroes in the NB universe are anticipated, I can name another 20 books I’m waiting for Jessica to write right now, but the Rivers Brothers have been brewing since their sister first introduced us to them in her own story. (See ‘Mark’ also by JG) Finally the brewing has boiled over and given us time with the eldest tall, dark, and hotness that is King. Steadfast and so, so giving, King didn’t disappoint in any area. He’s also a different sort of man than we’ve come to expect from Navesink Bank...in short simply because his non-legit side is retired. Kingston shows us it’s okay to settle down and enjoy the little things without car chases and blowing up buildings getting in the way.
JG has a way of making you fall deeply in love with every character she gives us, even if they have to sit and wait their turn. I FLOVED (yes, it’s a thing) how much of each of the Rivers brothers we got to enjoy throughout this book. Little bread crumbs of personality on a trail that will eventually lead to each of their stories...should we of course be so lucky. Sprinkles of a few other old faces give us a taste of things past in the NB world as well. Can’t have a Peyton in your life without a few shining moments and can’t be in a Navesink Bank without past character mentions we all live for.
I’m still a little stuck on that children’s poem. Girls are allowed to be made up of whatever in the world they want, including puppy dog tails, damnit. So are little boys for that matter. With the fictional support of Savea to back me on that, and the literal refusal of my husband to rescue another fur baby at this time, I say this: Go buy this book, you’re going to fall in love with the couple, the tail wagging, brother teasing, bet winning story.
Here’s another puppy .gif to look at just because I have a one track mind...
This skippy little rhyme speaks of little girls being made of sugar and spice, and everything nice. Clearly, they’ve never met a little lady after bath time who doesn’t want her hair brushed or any grown ass woman before her first cup of coffee in the morning....just me? Can’t be.
I’m getting somewhere here, promise.
The part that used to really ruffle my six year old feathers was the line about little boys. Little boys got to “be made” of frogs, snails, and puppy dog tails.
My argument still stands. Girls like puppies too! Now, I’m not daft enough to ignore this was a light fluffy nursery rhyme innocently written or could be metaphorical...but still not fair. Savea would 100% agree with me that there has to be a special part in the DNA of an animal lover.
Savea was introduced in a previous book (though this can be read as a stand-alone I highly recommend all the previous books in the suggested reading order) and is the epitome of a animal lover, savior, and activist. Most of us won’t check the mail when it’s raining, let alone worry about the lettuce (you’ll only get that if you read it, which you should). She’s both sugar and spice, everything nice, AND puppy dog tails, parrot feathers, fresh veggies, and yogurt drops....basically everything good in this world mixed with any living creature that isn’t of the eight leg variety. You want Savvy to spend time with your puppy because they will learn to behave better after a short visit. You, yourself,want to spend time with Savvy because you will learn to behave better as well as understand the benefits of not using pee pads for potty training your puppy. Biggest, kindest, most independent heart you could ask for in a heroine.
Kingston Rivers. Many heroes in the NB universe are anticipated, I can name another 20 books I’m waiting for Jessica to write right now, but the Rivers Brothers have been brewing since their sister first introduced us to them in her own story. (See ‘Mark’ also by JG) Finally the brewing has boiled over and given us time with the eldest tall, dark, and hotness that is King. Steadfast and so, so giving, King didn’t disappoint in any area. He’s also a different sort of man than we’ve come to expect from Navesink Bank...in short simply because his non-legit side is retired. Kingston shows us it’s okay to settle down and enjoy the little things without car chases and blowing up buildings getting in the way.
JG has a way of making you fall deeply in love with every character she gives us, even if they have to sit and wait their turn. I FLOVED (yes, it’s a thing) how much of each of the Rivers brothers we got to enjoy throughout this book. Little bread crumbs of personality on a trail that will eventually lead to each of their stories...should we of course be so lucky. Sprinkles of a few other old faces give us a taste of things past in the NB world as well. Can’t have a Peyton in your life without a few shining moments and can’t be in a Navesink Bank without past character mentions we all live for.
I’m still a little stuck on that children’s poem. Girls are allowed to be made up of whatever in the world they want, including puppy dog tails, damnit. So are little boys for that matter. With the fictional support of Savea to back me on that, and the literal refusal of my husband to rescue another fur baby at this time, I say this: Go buy this book, you’re going to fall in love with the couple, the tail wagging, brother teasing, bet winning story.
Here’s another puppy .gif to look at just because I have a one track mind...
March 29, 2019
That cover though? It's beautiful and fits so perfectly with Savea and Kingston's story.
This just gives me all the freaking feels!!! Like seriously!.
I've been gagging for the Rivers brothers stories since the moment they came into the fold and Kingston's book was the absolute perfect way to kick this series off.
This series is a good bit lighter than some of Jessica's previous stories. It takes a little bit of a backseat in the action department and instead delves deeper into character development with more focus on the relationship(s). The story itself starts off with a bang throwing us straight into a little action/suspense making things interesting very quickly but soon jumps into the undeniable chemistry between both Savea and Kingston and of course feelings that they've been brushing under the rug for years. Everything was stripped back to the core so we get to see the foundation being built between them. The undeniable chemistry, That sweet build up of their budding relationship and of course the crazy larger than life side characters. Their story truly is romance at its best!. There's zero unnecessary drama. No cat and mouse bullshit between Savea and Kingston, it was easy because they were honest and open so it all felt so natural. Their story just fit them!. Savea's sweet loving nature was an absolute pleasure to read because you honestly can't help but love her. Kingston is the man you wish for in all romance novels!. Sweet, honest and super protective without being overbearing. Gah I can't even with the greatness.
You know how I love to say romance at its best? Well this is that tenfold. It's relatable, funny and all kinds of sweet. Oh and those epilogues... man did they give me the heart flutters!!!.
Oh pray tell Eamon Awan shall be getting a book? Seriously. I NEED IT!!!!.
Of course I'll need the rest of the Rivers bothers!! starting with the brooding handsome Nixon because YUM!.
This just gives me all the freaking feels!!! Like seriously!.
I've been gagging for the Rivers brothers stories since the moment they came into the fold and Kingston's book was the absolute perfect way to kick this series off.
This series is a good bit lighter than some of Jessica's previous stories. It takes a little bit of a backseat in the action department and instead delves deeper into character development with more focus on the relationship(s). The story itself starts off with a bang throwing us straight into a little action/suspense making things interesting very quickly but soon jumps into the undeniable chemistry between both Savea and Kingston and of course feelings that they've been brushing under the rug for years. Everything was stripped back to the core so we get to see the foundation being built between them. The undeniable chemistry, That sweet build up of their budding relationship and of course the crazy larger than life side characters. Their story truly is romance at its best!. There's zero unnecessary drama. No cat and mouse bullshit between Savea and Kingston, it was easy because they were honest and open so it all felt so natural. Their story just fit them!. Savea's sweet loving nature was an absolute pleasure to read because you honestly can't help but love her. Kingston is the man you wish for in all romance novels!. Sweet, honest and super protective without being overbearing. Gah I can't even with the greatness.
You know how I love to say romance at its best? Well this is that tenfold. It's relatable, funny and all kinds of sweet. Oh and those epilogues... man did they give me the heart flutters!!!.
Oh pray tell Eamon Awan shall be getting a book? Seriously. I NEED IT!!!!.
Of course I'll need the rest of the Rivers bothers!! starting with the brooding handsome Nixon because YUM!.
March 28, 2019
Years of secret longing for the gorgeous family friend, this finally comes to a head when Savea runs up to Kingston Rivers' door shouting for help. Having returned to work at the pet shop to feed the animals late one night, Savvy surprises three thugs beating the stuffing out of the owner of the shop. Taking off down the street with the thugs after her, she loses them and takes refuge in Kingston's apartment. Loads of action (some quite violent, since this is Navesink Bank, after all), charming and hilarious family interaction and yes, love and redemption. Plus, how can you not be charmed by a book that starts with "I forgot the lettuce"? A wonderful start to what promises to be a fantastic new Rivers Brothers series.
March 29, 2019
Awww, I really enjoyed this book that starts a new series. I love the River Brothers and I'm so happy the King and Savvy get their HEA. I loved this book because it included characters from some of JGs other series in a seamless fashion, it was sweet, had a little suspense, laughs and squishy feel goods. I am a huge fan of JG since her writing never disappoints. It seems that whenever I am in a book funk, she comes out with a new one just in time to pull me out of it. This time around, I needed the light-heartedness of this book which just made me happy.
March 29, 2019
Awwe
Aww, I loved this book. I don’t know how to describe it other than cozy. I felt like I was reading about friends.
There was enough action/darker parts to keep me engaged (cause this dark soul needs that😜), but Savea and King were absolutely adorable.
Love them. ✨
Aww, I loved this book. I don’t know how to describe it other than cozy. I felt like I was reading about friends.
There was enough action/darker parts to keep me engaged (cause this dark soul needs that😜), but Savea and King were absolutely adorable.
Love them. ✨
March 30, 2019
Loved this! Savea and King were great! JG I just love your epilogues <3 I'm so happy to get the Rivers' boys stories :)
March 31, 2019
Sooooo good!
You hit it out of the park on this book. Can not wait to learn more of the new characters stories and as always ....the ending leaves you with a smile. Perfect !
You hit it out of the park on this book. Can not wait to learn more of the new characters stories and as always ....the ending leaves you with a smile. Perfect !
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