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Good Intentions #1-3
Good Intentions Box Set
VOLUME 1
The road to hell is paved by good intentions.
I'm living proof of that.
When I met my wife I had good intentions. When I stayed in a marriage that doesn't work (to put it lightly) I had good intentions.
But then she came to work for me.
She was supposed to just be a desire I would never fulfill.
I am a married man.
A father,
and she is too young.
But then, my wife crossed the line, and she came offering something I couldn't say no to, and all my good intentions went right where I was going.
To hell.
VOLUME 2
Hell seems to be my life's final destination. I thought I was already there but I was wrong. Every step, every breath, every decision is leading me there.
Heather should have been a quick fix, an easy lay, someone to make me forget about life......for a second.
She turned out to be more than that. She is my Kryptonite. Not even in my wildest dreams did I think that another woman, other than my wife, would consume me so completely.
I love Heather
She is my soul, my heart, every breath that I take.
I want to give her everything.
I want to be her everything...
However, my wife has other ideas.
When she comes and spills her secret,
I must make a choice before all hell breaks loose...
VOLUME 3
I ran from him…
I ran because I fell in love with him and he could never be mine. I left because he lied, he never loved me, he will never be free and he will never be mine.
He didn’t make me any promises, but I was still naive… and I ended up in hell…
Now I have to live in it...
The road to hell is paved by good intentions.
I'm living proof of that.
When I met my wife I had good intentions. When I stayed in a marriage that doesn't work (to put it lightly) I had good intentions.
But then she came to work for me.
She was supposed to just be a desire I would never fulfill.
I am a married man.
A father,
and she is too young.
But then, my wife crossed the line, and she came offering something I couldn't say no to, and all my good intentions went right where I was going.
To hell.
VOLUME 2
Hell seems to be my life's final destination. I thought I was already there but I was wrong. Every step, every breath, every decision is leading me there.
Heather should have been a quick fix, an easy lay, someone to make me forget about life......for a second.
She turned out to be more than that. She is my Kryptonite. Not even in my wildest dreams did I think that another woman, other than my wife, would consume me so completely.
I love Heather
She is my soul, my heart, every breath that I take.
I want to give her everything.
I want to be her everything...
However, my wife has other ideas.
When she comes and spills her secret,
I must make a choice before all hell breaks loose...
VOLUME 3
I ran from him…
I ran because I fell in love with him and he could never be mine. I left because he lied, he never loved me, he will never be free and he will never be mine.
He didn’t make me any promises, but I was still naive… and I ended up in hell…
Now I have to live in it...
209 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 6, 2020
6 people are currently reading
21 people want to read
About the author
Ana Balen
24 books179 followersAna Balen was born in Zagreb, Croatia, where she still lives with her husband, their son (read boss!) and the son’s pet rabbit named Shhh! (or some other gibberish that’s the favorite of their son for the day.)
She spends her days driving her husband up the wall (when he can’t get her ass up from the bed in the mornings), reading and daydreaming, or following orders from a two-year old. In the hectic life she leads (and loves every second of it), she never thought about writing. But, then one day a name popped in her head, then, the snippets of things, and she sat down and started typing. Next thing, she wrote a book. And now, she’s trying to write another one ;)
She spends her days driving her husband up the wall (when he can’t get her ass up from the bed in the mornings), reading and daydreaming, or following orders from a two-year old. In the hectic life she leads (and loves every second of it), she never thought about writing. But, then one day a name popped in her head, then, the snippets of things, and she sat down and started typing. Next thing, she wrote a book. And now, she’s trying to write another one ;)
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March 28, 2020
4.5 Stars
Review by Elizabeth
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Up All Night with Books Blog
Wow. I do not know what else to say to describe this gem. Ana has blown me away with her writing and I could not be happier that I decided to give this box set a go.
In Good Intentions Box Set, we meet Heather and Nick who are steam ridden from the very start. Even though Nick seemed like a douche at certain points in the book, he always found a way to redeem himself. Ana has given us a look into a couple’s life as they navigate the obstacles standing in their way, more importantly, Nick’s wife. Yes, that is correct, wife. However, things are not always as they seem.
Nick and Heather are wonderful together but can their love really last? Or is it just lust? Well, let me tell you, I do not think it is lust. However, Heather has some pretty big issues she needs to work out before she is anywhere ready for commitment as does Nick. I did love how raw and emotional this read was and how Ana got down into the nitty-gritty of Nick. I laughed, I cried, and I darn sure wanted to throw my kindle at times.
I can keep going on and on about this book but chances are I would give something away and that just will not do. So, one-click this gem as it is totally worth it. I cannot wait to see what Ana has in store for her next book!
**ARC provided for honest review**
Review by Elizabeth
Late Night Reviewer
Up All Night with Books Blog
Wow. I do not know what else to say to describe this gem. Ana has blown me away with her writing and I could not be happier that I decided to give this box set a go.
In Good Intentions Box Set, we meet Heather and Nick who are steam ridden from the very start. Even though Nick seemed like a douche at certain points in the book, he always found a way to redeem himself. Ana has given us a look into a couple’s life as they navigate the obstacles standing in their way, more importantly, Nick’s wife. Yes, that is correct, wife. However, things are not always as they seem.
Nick and Heather are wonderful together but can their love really last? Or is it just lust? Well, let me tell you, I do not think it is lust. However, Heather has some pretty big issues she needs to work out before she is anywhere ready for commitment as does Nick. I did love how raw and emotional this read was and how Ana got down into the nitty-gritty of Nick. I laughed, I cried, and I darn sure wanted to throw my kindle at times.
I can keep going on and on about this book but chances are I would give something away and that just will not do. So, one-click this gem as it is totally worth it. I cannot wait to see what Ana has in store for her next book!
**ARC provided for honest review**
December 1, 2020
Good Intentions 1-3 by Ana Balen is a boxset containing all three parts of this series!! This is the tumultuous story of Nick……and…..Heather. There are potential triggers in this story…but, I had no problems with them. He marries his best friend and years later, the marriage is only in name. He is wildly attracted to Heather, his assistant. Things get REALLY wild as the story progresses and I started getting angry at his behavior….the ending is something you just have to read!!!
LOVED THIS SERIES!!!!! Steamy, intense, emotionally stripping, wildly engrossing!!!! Fabulous read!!!! Glad I had all three parts in the boxset….I would have HATED to wait for the resolutions!!!
I am volunteering to leave a review for an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
LOVED THIS SERIES!!!!! Steamy, intense, emotionally stripping, wildly engrossing!!!! Fabulous read!!!! Glad I had all three parts in the boxset….I would have HATED to wait for the resolutions!!!
I am volunteering to leave a review for an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
March 6, 2020
What a story! From the first chapter I was addicted and ate the words up as if they were my favourite cream cake, it got messy and I finished way before I was ready for it to end but it left me completely satisfied!!
Dirty, hot and at times down right savage but Ana Balen also gave us hope that I clung to till the very end. The growth of each of the characters was brilliantly written and took us on such a mixture of highs and lows and at times I doubted both Nick and Heather we’re going to make it out the other side to happiness.
My first read by Ana Balen but it definitely won’t be my last especially if she brings this kind of passion with every book!
Dirty, hot and at times down right savage but Ana Balen also gave us hope that I clung to till the very end. The growth of each of the characters was brilliantly written and took us on such a mixture of highs and lows and at times I doubted both Nick and Heather we’re going to make it out the other side to happiness.
My first read by Ana Balen but it definitely won’t be my last especially if she brings this kind of passion with every book!
November 30, 2020
You don’t want to miss this box set filled with a taboo romance that will have you hooked from the start. Book one has an enjoyable storyline with the right amount of heat and forbidden love that will have you wanting more. Talk about the drama and emotional connection it was raw, heart wrenching and I needed more in book two. The ending though I did not see coming and can’t believe it still. And finally book three will see these characters having their HEA they deserve. A wonderful read from start to finish.
April 14, 2020
Mrs. Balen has done a wonderful job writing this trilogy! This is one hot read! I found myself wanting more, so much more. It all plays out so well. I demand more from this author! This is definitely a must read. As far as I am concerned this is a must read. I will read more of this author in the future. As always, stay tuned…
May 26, 2020
Good Intentions is cold shower hot. Amidst the story is a passion so heated it'll make you sweat. The road to hell really is paved with good intentions, and nothing illustrated it more than this set. The road to hell isn't a straight path, but one with twists, turns, and speed bumps along the way. An enticing read you won't want to put down.
November 30, 2020
Claire and Nick started out as nothing serious but after getting married everything changed. Now they’re more like strangers then parents who love each other. Nick is attracted to one of his employees but he’s doing everything he can to resist. How long will that last? What will happen if he lets himself have what he desires?
March 7, 2020
I really enjoyed this trilogy. It’s an entertaining page turner that I couldn’t put down, I just had to know how it would end. It’s full of twist and turns, ups and downs, love, heartbreak and so much more that will keep you guessing and wanting more.
March 8, 2020
Absolutely loved this series. It had me hooked from the start. Thank you for writing it.
December 2, 2020
A fast paced book. I enjoyed the story. And would definitely read more from this author.
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