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Evelyn
When her perfect world comes crashing down around her, Evelyn does the only thing she can to keep it together. She runs. Times passes and now it is time for her to return home and pick up the pieces of her broken life. Bit by bit, she learns to smile again but loving again is out of the question.
Gabe
Alone and raising a sassy six-year-old, Gabe decides to take a risk and move to the countryside. Maple Valley is calm, serene and provides them both with a chance to make a fresh start. From now on his only focus will be his daughter, so when a beautiful stranger winds up in his kitchen, his first thought is to turn her away. His second is to kiss her.
When you’ve lost the greatest love you’ve ever known, can you learn to love again? Find out in the ultimate second chance romance.
When her perfect world comes crashing down around her, Evelyn does the only thing she can to keep it together. She runs. Times passes and now it is time for her to return home and pick up the pieces of her broken life. Bit by bit, she learns to smile again but loving again is out of the question.
Gabe
Alone and raising a sassy six-year-old, Gabe decides to take a risk and move to the countryside. Maple Valley is calm, serene and provides them both with a chance to make a fresh start. From now on his only focus will be his daughter, so when a beautiful stranger winds up in his kitchen, his first thought is to turn her away. His second is to kiss her.
When you’ve lost the greatest love you’ve ever known, can you learn to love again? Find out in the ultimate second chance romance.
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C. Lesbirel writes sexy and sweet contemporary romance with a sprinkling of sass, military romance and new adult romance with emotionally compelling characters that stay with you long after you turn the last page. Readers adore C. Lesbirel's fun, heart-warming, and sinfully sexy, Cockpit Series where her Parker brother's will fly you around the world in a whirlwind of adventure while they learn that sometimes you have to take a chance and choose heart over head.
C. Lesbirel's emotional journeys always celebrate flaws and imperfections. Her books are perfect beach reads for contemporary romance lovers who enjoy reading about fiercely loyal every day hero's and smart, sassy heroines with complex and relatable issues.
This was my first book by the author and I was blown away! I am SO glad I grabbed this book, I'm SO excited to read more by C. Lesbirel. ~Geeky Girl Book Café.
Brand new author to me and I love being swept off my feet!~Amy Loves Reading Blog.
C. Lesbirel has created a beautiful story of soul mates!~Blue Seal Book Blog.
New to me author C. Lesbirel took me by surprise with a wonderfully unique story that stole my heart from the very beginning.~Antonette Santillo.
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March 29, 2019
I loved the other two books in the Crossed Series, but Star Crossed, Book 3, blew me away! Holy cow, this book is amazing! We know what Evelyn went through from Book 1, and to see her full story and her strength to push through is simply inspiring. You also can’t help falling for Gabe and fighting through his struggles along side him just as Evelyn does. Fabulous read! I highly recommend it!
March 21, 2019
Some things were just meant to be
Like a cherry on a bakewell tart
Or vanilla frosting on a cupcake
That was us
Star Crossed Lovers
What we had defied time, distance, or any other kind of logic
Me loving him
Him loving me
Until the end
But what happens when the end comes to soon
And neither of us are ready to let go?
*A story for over 18's only, due to content of an explicit nature.*
The ultimate second chance romance, for everyone who believes they can find their bit of happy, when the ever after doesn't go to plan.
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Can I just fangirl for a second and tell you how phenomenal C. Lesbirel writing as Autumn Ruby for this book, Star Crossed? I read Crossed Paths and Crossed Forces by Star Crossed? Let me say this in a very unbiased way… these books changed romance for me. I LOVE these love stories, how real and raw they are. Star Crossed was different then anything I’ve ever read and as you all know as avid readers, it’s hard to come across that hasn’t been done before.
Thank you Autumn Ruby for restoring my love for romance through the ‘Crossed’ series.
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Now, let’s talk about Gabe and Evelyn, our star crossed lovers...see what I did there? Star Crossed is the epiphany of second chances and when everything goes wrong, try again. Through guilt, sacrifice, struggle and love, you will see yourself in the characters of this story and find yourself wanting more because when it’s over, you’ll want to go and read all the other works by this author. As a story surrounding two single parents, this book is unlike any other as it not only dives into the struggles of finding love but also the hardship of finding it in the first place, let alone being able to let someone into your life...again.
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I would recommend not only this book but also the series as well as this book is not enough. In saying that, I mean when you’re finished reading one, you’ll want to read them all! Fall in love with Gabe and Evelyn, their children, their story and their struggles as Star Crossed is not just another book to put on your shelves but you will add it to your favourites and tell all your bookish friends about it. I guarantee it.
Like a cherry on a bakewell tart
Or vanilla frosting on a cupcake
That was us
Star Crossed Lovers
What we had defied time, distance, or any other kind of logic
Me loving him
Him loving me
Until the end
But what happens when the end comes to soon
And neither of us are ready to let go?
*A story for over 18's only, due to content of an explicit nature.*
The ultimate second chance romance, for everyone who believes they can find their bit of happy, when the ever after doesn't go to plan.
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Can I just fangirl for a second and tell you how phenomenal C. Lesbirel writing as Autumn Ruby for this book, Star Crossed? I read Crossed Paths and Crossed Forces by Star Crossed? Let me say this in a very unbiased way… these books changed romance for me. I LOVE these love stories, how real and raw they are. Star Crossed was different then anything I’ve ever read and as you all know as avid readers, it’s hard to come across that hasn’t been done before.
Thank you Autumn Ruby for restoring my love for romance through the ‘Crossed’ series.
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Now, let’s talk about Gabe and Evelyn, our star crossed lovers...see what I did there? Star Crossed is the epiphany of second chances and when everything goes wrong, try again. Through guilt, sacrifice, struggle and love, you will see yourself in the characters of this story and find yourself wanting more because when it’s over, you’ll want to go and read all the other works by this author. As a story surrounding two single parents, this book is unlike any other as it not only dives into the struggles of finding love but also the hardship of finding it in the first place, let alone being able to let someone into your life...again.
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I would recommend not only this book but also the series as well as this book is not enough. In saying that, I mean when you’re finished reading one, you’ll want to read them all! Fall in love with Gabe and Evelyn, their children, their story and their struggles as Star Crossed is not just another book to put on your shelves but you will add it to your favourites and tell all your bookish friends about it. I guarantee it.
March 28, 2019
This is probably my favourite one of all the Crossed series.
The emotions you feel when reading this are so real that you can’t help but cry your eyes out or smile at the cute things and even swoon at the things gabe says to Evie!
This is truly an amazing book about getting that second chance at love. Be prepared to feel everything!
The emotions you feel when reading this are so real that you can’t help but cry your eyes out or smile at the cute things and even swoon at the things gabe says to Evie!
This is truly an amazing book about getting that second chance at love. Be prepared to feel everything!
March 16, 2019
I was lucky enough to get an ARC of this book.
This is yet another brilliant book in the ' Crossed ' series. My heart was broken & mended in this book .
Evelyn has been through a devastatingly heartbreaking time, & she is now left to bring up her baby in her own.
Gabe has his own troubles, but one thing that isn't any trouble is his daughter. He adores her, & has changed his life so that he can bring her up in the most calming & supportive way .
When Gabe meets Evelyn it's as if he has been struck by lightning. His love & want for her is unquestionable, & unwavering. He just has to be patient, & carefully take down her tear soaked walls.
Evelyn wants Gabe , but she has to fight through the guilt to get to him.
This is such a beautiful read.
Can you have a soulmate twice in your life ?
Can you love wholeheartedly again once you've already given your heart to another once before ?
He'll yes you can , & this book will show you that
This is yet another brilliant book in the ' Crossed ' series. My heart was broken & mended in this book .
Evelyn has been through a devastatingly heartbreaking time, & she is now left to bring up her baby in her own.
Gabe has his own troubles, but one thing that isn't any trouble is his daughter. He adores her, & has changed his life so that he can bring her up in the most calming & supportive way .
When Gabe meets Evelyn it's as if he has been struck by lightning. His love & want for her is unquestionable, & unwavering. He just has to be patient, & carefully take down her tear soaked walls.
Evelyn wants Gabe , but she has to fight through the guilt to get to him.
This is such a beautiful read.
Can you have a soulmate twice in your life ?
Can you love wholeheartedly again once you've already given your heart to another once before ?
He'll yes you can , & this book will show you that
March 17, 2019
Yay again another amazing and fantastic read by this talented author.
I absolutely loved this story..a story of second chances in life. When one door closes, another opens and for both Gabe and Evie this saying is perfect.
When neither one was expecting to find each other, they both come to terms with the fact they both need each other. I love single parent stories and having both characters as single parents, made this story even more amazing than it was. I loved the characters so much and love reading all again about past characters.
The story is so emotional written, I found myself welling up at times. I can not begin to say how much I loved reading this, and seeing this couple reach the HEA they deserve. Definitely a 5 ⭐️ read. One everyone will love.
I absolutely loved this story..a story of second chances in life. When one door closes, another opens and for both Gabe and Evie this saying is perfect.
When neither one was expecting to find each other, they both come to terms with the fact they both need each other. I love single parent stories and having both characters as single parents, made this story even more amazing than it was. I loved the characters so much and love reading all again about past characters.
The story is so emotional written, I found myself welling up at times. I can not begin to say how much I loved reading this, and seeing this couple reach the HEA they deserve. Definitely a 5 ⭐️ read. One everyone will love.
March 22, 2019
An emotional roller coaster of a book. Story of true loves, family and how the journey is never as you expect. This book is a real page turner. In fact once I started I couldn’t put it down. I literally stayed awake until the early hours until I finished it!
The writing is so descriptive and enveloping you feel all the emotions as if you are there. Beautifully written. A must read
The writing is so descriptive and enveloping you feel all the emotions as if you are there. Beautifully written. A must read
March 22, 2019
5Sweet Strawberry Kisses! What a wonderful sweet second chance read this was, my heart was so full of love for Evelyn & Gabe and those precious children! I may have shed a tear or two or three! So worth the must read!
March 21, 2019
This book was phenomenal. The heart break, loss, betrayal, and finding love again will touch you to the core. There's so much emotion written into the story that it will pull you in and have you hooked from the first page until the very last. This is a read you won't want to miss.
September 14, 2019
This book blows your mind in all the very best ways!! I can't praise it enough for all the emotions it made me feel from start to finish. I flipping love second chance romances and this one was glorious!!
March 30, 2019
Do you believe in second chances? What if this second chance at love also included having to go through the worst experience of your life to come through the other side which is the best? Autumn Ruby explores this possibility in her newest novel, ‘Star Crossed'.
Star crossed is a beautiful telling of two lost individual souls who are trudging through life, just trying to make it and create something better out of past experiences. Gabe and Evelyn have been through different circumstances, yet still resulting in the same current ending…starting over, facing down their demons and creating some roots for them and their children.
Evelyn is a sweet, younger individual who has more life wisdom than most adults her age. Due to circumstances, she may be chronologically young, but has an older and wiser soul. She has a young son, Marshall, whom she loves with all her heart. Marshall is extra special to her, because he is the spitting image of his father and besides both having the same name, he is all she has left of him (Marshall the father).
Gabe is also experiencing life as a single father to Poppy. He was finally able to put down some roots and they are the newest residents of the local strawberry farm. Gabe’s ex is a popular actress and he had assumed to role of house daddy, which included traveling with Poppy's mom to create some stability in her young life.
Gabe is about eleven years older than Evie, but this is where her ‘old soul’ comes in handy. Evie was taking her son strawberry picking and through a calamity of issues she first meets Poppy and then Gabe inside their house. Gabe is smitten instantly and knows she’s different, while Evie acknowledges there’s something there, but she is scared.
I have read the other two books in the Crossed Series and I have to say, that this one is my hands down absolute favorite. Autumn had me from page one, hook, line and sinker. Star Crossed is a beautiful retelling of second chances and what they can encompass if children are involved. It was emotional and lyrically worded. I am not afraid to say that she had me tearing up or straight up crying at points in the book. You will fall in love with two incredible guys, get tickled with the ‘family’ reunion, feel a sense of completeness at Gabe and Evie’s ending, and become irate with Gabe’s ex.
5 ‘Strawberry’ Stars
'Tell me what you see'... 'You, Gabe. I see you.'
Star crossed is a beautiful telling of two lost individual souls who are trudging through life, just trying to make it and create something better out of past experiences. Gabe and Evelyn have been through different circumstances, yet still resulting in the same current ending…starting over, facing down their demons and creating some roots for them and their children.
Evelyn is a sweet, younger individual who has more life wisdom than most adults her age. Due to circumstances, she may be chronologically young, but has an older and wiser soul. She has a young son, Marshall, whom she loves with all her heart. Marshall is extra special to her, because he is the spitting image of his father and besides both having the same name, he is all she has left of him (Marshall the father).
Gabe is also experiencing life as a single father to Poppy. He was finally able to put down some roots and they are the newest residents of the local strawberry farm. Gabe’s ex is a popular actress and he had assumed to role of house daddy, which included traveling with Poppy's mom to create some stability in her young life.
Gabe is about eleven years older than Evie, but this is where her ‘old soul’ comes in handy. Evie was taking her son strawberry picking and through a calamity of issues she first meets Poppy and then Gabe inside their house. Gabe is smitten instantly and knows she’s different, while Evie acknowledges there’s something there, but she is scared.
'He loves me. I've let someone fall in love with me'.
I have read the other two books in the Crossed Series and I have to say, that this one is my hands down absolute favorite. Autumn had me from page one, hook, line and sinker. Star Crossed is a beautiful retelling of second chances and what they can encompass if children are involved. It was emotional and lyrically worded. I am not afraid to say that she had me tearing up or straight up crying at points in the book. You will fall in love with two incredible guys, get tickled with the ‘family’ reunion, feel a sense of completeness at Gabe and Evie’s ending, and become irate with Gabe’s ex.
'That's the thing with hearts, if there's love there to begin with, then it doesn't matter how many times they are broke, they'll always find a way to become whole again.'
5 ‘Strawberry’ Stars
March 22, 2019
*A copy of this book was gifted to me from the author and I freely give my honest review*
I’ve read the other two books in this series and this beats them all, it’s obvious the author has had a good progression in their journey of writing.
The storyline is excellent and the writing style is easy and enjoyable without losing the seriousness of the story.
I laughed, cried and reflected on what I read.
This is a story about love that’s lost but that never disappear. And how love also can be found again.
The characters are well described and the feelings is coming to the surface and grabbing my heart 💓
Beautiful love scenes and a connection between the main characters that is clear early on.
No unnecessary descriptions of surroundings and good dialogues.
If you want a truly good love story I recommend you read this one. It functions very well as a standalone.
5 stars ⭐️
I’ve read the other two books in this series and this beats them all, it’s obvious the author has had a good progression in their journey of writing.
The storyline is excellent and the writing style is easy and enjoyable without losing the seriousness of the story.
I laughed, cried and reflected on what I read.
This is a story about love that’s lost but that never disappear. And how love also can be found again.
The characters are well described and the feelings is coming to the surface and grabbing my heart 💓
Beautiful love scenes and a connection between the main characters that is clear early on.
No unnecessary descriptions of surroundings and good dialogues.
If you want a truly good love story I recommend you read this one. It functions very well as a standalone.
5 stars ⭐️
March 28, 2019
This third addition to this standalone series was full of love, loss, and healing as well as lots of steam. It made my heart happy.
Here's some of my favorite quotes from the book:
"Those that are loved always find their way home."
"That's the thing with hearts, if there's love there to begin with, then it doesn't matter how many times they are broken, they'll always find a way to become whole again."
Can't wait for the world to be able to read it tomorrow!
I received an ARC of this book but the review is my own, honest opinion.
Here's some of my favorite quotes from the book:
"Those that are loved always find their way home."
"That's the thing with hearts, if there's love there to begin with, then it doesn't matter how many times they are broken, they'll always find a way to become whole again."
Can't wait for the world to be able to read it tomorrow!
I received an ARC of this book but the review is my own, honest opinion.
April 27, 2019
Another fan book!!! Hoping there will be more!!!
May 1, 2019
Yes yes yes! This story line is everything
March 31, 2019
An Incredible third book in the Crossed Series and it had my heart in states of flux between emotional heartache and loved up. This is Evelyn & Gabes story and it is such an amazing and beautiful story where we get the story of how Evelyns life was with Marshall Candices brother before his death and after with the sexy hot Gabe comes into Evelyns life. The books interlink back to Crossed Forces and Crossed Paths and you find yourself reminiscing those books throughout Star Crossed.
This is an emotional journey that you get pulled along willingly, you heart breaks but quickly mends. Its hot and sexy, fun & loving, we see drama and intense reality of family life but you will not want to miss reading this book xx
This is an emotional journey that you get pulled along willingly, you heart breaks but quickly mends. Its hot and sexy, fun & loving, we see drama and intense reality of family life but you will not want to miss reading this book xx
March 31, 2019
Out of the three in this series, this is by far my favorite. It’s really packed with all the things that I love in a book. The story was well developed and kept my interest from page one until it was over.
This author is always upping her game with every book and I’m so please I’ve found her!
Take the chance with this series. It won’t let you down!
Happy Reading Peeps,
Nic
This author is always upping her game with every book and I’m so please I’ve found her!
Take the chance with this series. It won’t let you down!
Happy Reading Peeps,
Nic
March 28, 2019
This is probably my favourite one of all the Crossed series.
The emotions you feel when reading this are so real that you can’t help but cry your eyes out or smile at the cute things and even swoon at the things gabe says to Evie!
This is truly an amazing book about getting that second chance at love. Be prepared to feel everything!
The emotions you feel when reading this are so real that you can’t help but cry your eyes out or smile at the cute things and even swoon at the things gabe says to Evie!
This is truly an amazing book about getting that second chance at love. Be prepared to feel everything!
March 26, 2019
I was given an advance readers copy of this book and have decided to write a voluntary honest review. Ok so I have be honest here, after meeting Marshall in the beginning of the book and seeing him and Evie together, I fell hard for him. Which made it difficult for me to fall for Gabe. I just couldn't do it. He's a great guy, but some scenes were just hard for me read and accept. And again this is because I loved Marshall. I loved seeing everyone together though it was nice touch.
April 19, 2019
My favourite of the series so far. This book gave me all the feels. I loved the characters and story. I didnt want it to end 😍
January 21, 2020
Wonderful, sweet book of a second chance at love. After a fairytale courtship and marriage, Evie's life is shattered by tragedy. A blessing, a son and alot of patience she meets Gabe, who with kindness and love sweeps her off her feet. Gabe has his own sad story, a little girl who's mom is a alcohol, drug addicted movie star, who thinks her daughter is a trophy.
May 26, 2019
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April 13, 2020I don't even know where to start with these two! Marshall triggers so many events in the earlier books from shaping the person Candice is, to being the reason she volunteers in South Sudan in the first place. I love that he got a love of his own that's beautiful and pure. I'm not sure Evelyn will ever fully move on for a love like that but if anyone can help her do it, it's Gabe.
Gabe has a huge piece of my heart and is such an all round hero for his daughter, Poppy. I truly believe he was meant to be at Maple Valley and build up his strawberry farm. I also want a strawberry farm of my own after falling in love with this stunning setting.
This is my ultimate second chance romance and ugly tears are inevitable. I hope your heart breaks reading it like mine did, writing it because it makes the HEA so much more satisfying and worthwhile X
Gabe has a huge piece of my heart and is such an all round hero for his daughter, Poppy. I truly believe he was meant to be at Maple Valley and build up his strawberry farm. I also want a strawberry farm of my own after falling in love with this stunning setting.
This is my ultimate second chance romance and ugly tears are inevitable. I hope your heart breaks reading it like mine did, writing it because it makes the HEA so much more satisfying and worthwhile X
March 12, 2020
Sweet story
A lovely easy to read rather sweet story. Loves lost and new loves found woven together by a couple of cute kids. Week worth the read
A lovely easy to read rather sweet story. Loves lost and new loves found woven together by a couple of cute kids. Week worth the read
July 8, 2020
Amazing!
Finally completed the trilogy after losing my reading mojo! All three books are great, such fab story lines. You truly are very talented Clare! Jay xxx
Finally completed the trilogy after losing my reading mojo! All three books are great, such fab story lines. You truly are very talented Clare! Jay xxx
August 3, 2020
Super lovely. A great read!
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