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Holding Out for You
My big brother was my favorite person in the world.
He was my friend, my ally, my protector all my life.
Everyone loved him, looked up to him almost as much as me.
My big brother’s best friend, though?
He was my nemesis, my tormentor, my least favorite person on earth.
Ashton Hunter was a complete jerk.
And yet, like my brother, everyone loved him.
Not me, though.
No way.
Not after a lifetime of his snide comments and not-so-subtle jabs.
Years of treating me like the bratty little sister he barely tolerated.
But I refused to let him deter me from seeing my brother.
I’d just have to ignore him.
Like I always had.
Or—more accurately—like I always pretended to.
I was used to pretending when it came to Ash.
But some feelings refuse to stay hidden forever.
***
My best friend was better than all the other friends on earth.
Hands down.
My partner in crime, my ride or die, my brother in every way that counted.
His little sister, though?
She was an entirely different story.
Blair Martell was…complicated.
Where her brother acted like she was made of glass,
I tried to make her shatter.
When others bowed to her wishes,
I challenged every word out of her pouty little mouth.
She wasn’t meant to be on some pedestal.
And I made sure she knew it.
Maybe she hated me for the way I treated her,
But I knew exactly what she needed.
Even when she didn’t know.
And after so many years of biding my time,
I was finally going to be the man to give it to her.
He was my friend, my ally, my protector all my life.
Everyone loved him, looked up to him almost as much as me.
My big brother’s best friend, though?
He was my nemesis, my tormentor, my least favorite person on earth.
Ashton Hunter was a complete jerk.
And yet, like my brother, everyone loved him.
Not me, though.
No way.
Not after a lifetime of his snide comments and not-so-subtle jabs.
Years of treating me like the bratty little sister he barely tolerated.
But I refused to let him deter me from seeing my brother.
I’d just have to ignore him.
Like I always had.
Or—more accurately—like I always pretended to.
I was used to pretending when it came to Ash.
But some feelings refuse to stay hidden forever.
***
My best friend was better than all the other friends on earth.
Hands down.
My partner in crime, my ride or die, my brother in every way that counted.
His little sister, though?
She was an entirely different story.
Blair Martell was…complicated.
Where her brother acted like she was made of glass,
I tried to make her shatter.
When others bowed to her wishes,
I challenged every word out of her pouty little mouth.
She wasn’t meant to be on some pedestal.
And I made sure she knew it.
Maybe she hated me for the way I treated her,
But I knew exactly what she needed.
Even when she didn’t know.
And after so many years of biding my time,
I was finally going to be the man to give it to her.
470 pages, Unknown Binding
Published March 27, 2020
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Anna Paige
16 books396 followersAnna Paige is the author of the Broken series, the Thrill of the Chase series, and Off Script, a sexy standalone romance.
She lives in a rural town in North Carolina where the only activity is the rhythmic color change of the solitary stoplight and a very real threat of being carried away by mosquitoes. The only alternative to terminal boredom is writing, making life interesting if only on the page.
Anna is happily married, with one amazing son and a pair of hilarious pets. When she’s not writing, she’s trying to make a dent in her TBR pile. Given that she’s constantly adding new titles to the list, the chances of her ever finishing are slim.
And she’s completely fine with that.
She lives in a rural town in North Carolina where the only activity is the rhythmic color change of the solitary stoplight and a very real threat of being carried away by mosquitoes. The only alternative to terminal boredom is writing, making life interesting if only on the page.
Anna is happily married, with one amazing son and a pair of hilarious pets. When she’s not writing, she’s trying to make a dent in her TBR pile. Given that she’s constantly adding new titles to the list, the chances of her ever finishing are slim.
And she’s completely fine with that.
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March 29, 2020
4.5 stars
This book had the sweetest, friendliest and normal environment that fits my mood right now. Normal because I've been reading alot of this and that lately, and this book felt like it fell into it's puzzle trap unknowingly. From beginning to end the story was slow and detailed. The conversations was my favourite - especially Aston and Blaire. It's a brother's best friend story, I was disappointed that there wasn't those angst felt romance where the hero and heroine fight their feelings, they admitted liking each other by 20-30 pages of the book. But everything makes up when we get to the part where the future takes a dangerous hold on them. I guess that's why the MC's relation was almost developed. This story felt realistic and natural in a way. Anna Paige is a new author to me and I'm glad I picked this book.
Blair Martell and Ashton Hunter had feelings for each other since they were little. Blair is the sister of Becker, who is Blair's big brother and Ashton's best friend. Both try to ignore their feelings. With three and half years age gap they limit themselves to verbal jousting only. While squabbling and insulting each other they fall in love without the other knowing. Now grown up they admit their feelings and then a frightening situation happens.
The story is focused mainly on four characters - Blair, Charli, Becker and Ashton, with shifts between Blair and Ashton's POV's. Blair and Charli, Becker and Ashton are best friends. They have such strong bond - loving and protective, that's beautiful and heartwarming. This book had an excellent spin on sibling, best friend and lovers relationship. Trust me you want to be them or you want them. They are such lovable characters.
This is a slow-burn epic kind of romance, it leaves you with a happy feeling. The personalities and the storyline with extra entertainment are super. I felt this story a tad different from the brother's best friend theme because the MC's relationship was already committed. Nonetheless this book was something with a grip. I recommend this.
This book had the sweetest, friendliest and normal environment that fits my mood right now. Normal because I've been reading alot of this and that lately, and this book felt like it fell into it's puzzle trap unknowingly. From beginning to end the story was slow and detailed. The conversations was my favourite - especially Aston and Blaire. It's a brother's best friend story, I was disappointed that there wasn't those angst felt romance where the hero and heroine fight their feelings, they admitted liking each other by 20-30 pages of the book. But everything makes up when we get to the part where the future takes a dangerous hold on them. I guess that's why the MC's relation was almost developed. This story felt realistic and natural in a way. Anna Paige is a new author to me and I'm glad I picked this book.
Blair Martell and Ashton Hunter had feelings for each other since they were little. Blair is the sister of Becker, who is Blair's big brother and Ashton's best friend. Both try to ignore their feelings. With three and half years age gap they limit themselves to verbal jousting only. While squabbling and insulting each other they fall in love without the other knowing. Now grown up they admit their feelings and then a frightening situation happens.
The story is focused mainly on four characters - Blair, Charli, Becker and Ashton, with shifts between Blair and Ashton's POV's. Blair and Charli, Becker and Ashton are best friends. They have such strong bond - loving and protective, that's beautiful and heartwarming. This book had an excellent spin on sibling, best friend and lovers relationship. Trust me you want to be them or you want them. They are such lovable characters.
This is a slow-burn epic kind of romance, it leaves you with a happy feeling. The personalities and the storyline with extra entertainment are super. I felt this story a tad different from the brother's best friend theme because the MC's relationship was already committed. Nonetheless this book was something with a grip. I recommend this.
March 31, 2020
Blair I adore her she a very well written character. I adore how each chapter has a dedicated character so we get to know them better. I was hooked from the start to the end this is a bittersweet novel and definitely worth the read.
March 28, 2020
5 Stars
“…wherever my brother Becker was, his best friend Ashton was right by his side. It had been that way all our lives. And whenever Ash and I crossed paths, things got ugly.”
Holding Out For You by Anna Paige is a superb Brother’s Best friend/Enemies to Lovers story. Anna Paige has delivered a captivating story, as this book was so much fun to read. As with the other books of Ms. Paige’s that I have read, I really couldn’t have loved the characters, storyline and details any more than I did. Their personalities, quirks, and salty banter really gave this story an extra element of interest, and entertainment.
Blair and Ash have butted heads, poked, and prodded each other at every given opportunity. But is their verbal jousting and barbs just a cover for their real feelings? You really should read the story and discover all the sexy, fun, and entertaining details for yourself- you are sure to love it as much as I did!
I can’t wait for my next “fix” from Ms. Paige.
Thank you, Anna Paige!
“…wherever my brother Becker was, his best friend Ashton was right by his side. It had been that way all our lives. And whenever Ash and I crossed paths, things got ugly.”
Holding Out For You by Anna Paige is a superb Brother’s Best friend/Enemies to Lovers story. Anna Paige has delivered a captivating story, as this book was so much fun to read. As with the other books of Ms. Paige’s that I have read, I really couldn’t have loved the characters, storyline and details any more than I did. Their personalities, quirks, and salty banter really gave this story an extra element of interest, and entertainment.
Blair and Ash have butted heads, poked, and prodded each other at every given opportunity. But is their verbal jousting and barbs just a cover for their real feelings? You really should read the story and discover all the sexy, fun, and entertaining details for yourself- you are sure to love it as much as I did!
I can’t wait for my next “fix” from Ms. Paige.
Thank you, Anna Paige!
April 24, 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed this enemies to lovers and brothers best friend romance. Blair Martel loves her older brother Becker apart from how over protective he is of her however she still likes to hang out with him unfortunately she hates his best friend and the feelings are mutual. Ashton Hunter is Becker’s best friend and partner in crime and they hang out together all the time the only complication is his younger sister Blair, who Becker treats like she’s breakable but he just wants to keep her from the pedestal everyone else has her on. Also on the scene is Blair’s best friend Charli who may or may not have feelings for her best friends brother, Becker. Following a disastrous date with someone else, Blair and Ash have to admit their true feelings for one another.
I loved the four main characters and their relationships with one another and how these changed and developed throughout the novel, and how their complicated feelings also changed over time. I found having the storyline written from different characters point of view made me more in tune with the characters as I knew what they were really thinking and feeling and this made me feel fully immersed in the story. The storyline flowed nicely and the author had me hooked from page one as she took me on an emotional rollercoaster along with Blair and Ashton. The chemistry between the two of them sizzled off the page even as they were denying their mutual attraction as did the connection between Charli and Becker, I’m hoping the author may give them their own book to explore their possible relationship. I found this book a wonderful read and I could not put it down as I cheered the characters on hoping they would get their happy ever after. I definitely recommend this novel.
I loved the four main characters and their relationships with one another and how these changed and developed throughout the novel, and how their complicated feelings also changed over time. I found having the storyline written from different characters point of view made me more in tune with the characters as I knew what they were really thinking and feeling and this made me feel fully immersed in the story. The storyline flowed nicely and the author had me hooked from page one as she took me on an emotional rollercoaster along with Blair and Ashton. The chemistry between the two of them sizzled off the page even as they were denying their mutual attraction as did the connection between Charli and Becker, I’m hoping the author may give them their own book to explore their possible relationship. I found this book a wonderful read and I could not put it down as I cheered the characters on hoping they would get their happy ever after. I definitely recommend this novel.
March 28, 2020
Holding Out For You is a fantastic ‘brother’s best friend romance’ from Anna Paige. This was the first time that I had read any of this author’s work but I’m a sucker for a brother’s best friend book and the blurb really called to me. I’m so, so glad that I chose to read this book as I loved it so much.
This book is the story of Blair and Ashton but there are really 4 main characters to the story: brother and sister Becker and Blair, along with Becker’s best friend Ashton and Blair’s best friend Charli. For years Blair and Ashton have been at each other’s throats, constantly squabbling and antagonising each other but deep down both were in love with each other without the other knowing. Now grown up they have declared their feelings for one another but the course of true love never runs smooth. For instance, on the night they first admit to having feeling, a horrifying event takes place.
I loved the characters of Ashton and Blair, particularly how Ashton protects Blair after the horrifying event takes place. (Not giving any spoilers, you’ll just have to read the book to find out).
I also loved this simmering attraction between Becker and Charli. These 2 really need their own book so we can get their full story. Seeing how protective and loving Becker is towards his sister, I’d like to see more of him.
This book is very well written, with amazing realistic characters and a storyline that flows freely and keeps the reader engaged from beginning to end. Anna Paige is definitely an author that I’d love to read more of now, having thoroughly enjoyed this book. 100% recommend this book!
This book is the story of Blair and Ashton but there are really 4 main characters to the story: brother and sister Becker and Blair, along with Becker’s best friend Ashton and Blair’s best friend Charli. For years Blair and Ashton have been at each other’s throats, constantly squabbling and antagonising each other but deep down both were in love with each other without the other knowing. Now grown up they have declared their feelings for one another but the course of true love never runs smooth. For instance, on the night they first admit to having feeling, a horrifying event takes place.
I loved the characters of Ashton and Blair, particularly how Ashton protects Blair after the horrifying event takes place. (Not giving any spoilers, you’ll just have to read the book to find out).
I also loved this simmering attraction between Becker and Charli. These 2 really need their own book so we can get their full story. Seeing how protective and loving Becker is towards his sister, I’d like to see more of him.
This book is very well written, with amazing realistic characters and a storyline that flows freely and keeps the reader engaged from beginning to end. Anna Paige is definitely an author that I’d love to read more of now, having thoroughly enjoyed this book. 100% recommend this book!
March 29, 2020
I normally don’t need a reason to instantly one-click an Anna Paige novel but this one was extra tempting with the gorgeous cover that graces this fabulous read! I knew I had to find out what would be behind it and I am so glad that I did! This is the type of book that will consume you completely. I found myself getting nagged for suppertime and snacks a lot while reading because I couldn’t tear myself away from the story. Thank goodness for doordash lol. I felt the gambit of emotions while reading and would find myself one moment laughing and then tearing up almost the next. These are the kind of books that often stick with me long after finishing the last page. Holding Out for You is the perfect example of one of those novels. I know this will be a reread for me in the not so far off future, and one that will grace my bookshelf.
Holding Out for You is a brother’s best friend, sorta enemies turned lovers, story. Ashton is Blair’s brother’s best friend and the last person Blair could ever see herself ending up with. They couldn’t stand each other as younger kids but now that adulthood and life has molded them and changed them to the adults they are today things may need to be reevaluated. These two have some awesome and perfect chemistry that will keep you glued to the kindle from beginning to end. My only sadness came with the story ending! I can't wait to see what will come next from the ever talented mind of Anna Paige.
Holding Out for You is a brother’s best friend, sorta enemies turned lovers, story. Ashton is Blair’s brother’s best friend and the last person Blair could ever see herself ending up with. They couldn’t stand each other as younger kids but now that adulthood and life has molded them and changed them to the adults they are today things may need to be reevaluated. These two have some awesome and perfect chemistry that will keep you glued to the kindle from beginning to end. My only sadness came with the story ending! I can't wait to see what will come next from the ever talented mind of Anna Paige.
April 22, 2020
Holding Out For You is a fantastic ‘brothers bff’ romance that will have you hooked.
The story revolves around Blair, her best friend Charli, her brother Beck and his best friend Ashton.
Blair and Beck have a sibling relationship that is stronger than most, after a childhood illness made Beck realise what it would be like to lose his little sister, and he has gone to great lengths to protect her ever since. Ashton has a completely different type of relationship with her, and they are constantly bickering and fighting. But as she’s going to find out, he’s just as protective as her big brother.
One night at a beach party things take an horrific turn when Blair’s blind date ends badly, but from this awful situation come new relationships and bonds as Blair and Ashton finally admit their feelings. Of course these things never run smoothly and there are a series of twists and turns ahead of them, and unfortunately a face from the past turns up to potentially cause more hurt.
The story is well written and kept me hooked from the start. I love the relationship between Blair and Ashton, but also the potential for a story between Charli and Beck. I would definitely love to hear more from these guys.
This was the first time reading a book by Anna Paige, but I’d look out for more in the future.
The story revolves around Blair, her best friend Charli, her brother Beck and his best friend Ashton.
Blair and Beck have a sibling relationship that is stronger than most, after a childhood illness made Beck realise what it would be like to lose his little sister, and he has gone to great lengths to protect her ever since. Ashton has a completely different type of relationship with her, and they are constantly bickering and fighting. But as she’s going to find out, he’s just as protective as her big brother.
One night at a beach party things take an horrific turn when Blair’s blind date ends badly, but from this awful situation come new relationships and bonds as Blair and Ashton finally admit their feelings. Of course these things never run smoothly and there are a series of twists and turns ahead of them, and unfortunately a face from the past turns up to potentially cause more hurt.
The story is well written and kept me hooked from the start. I love the relationship between Blair and Ashton, but also the potential for a story between Charli and Beck. I would definitely love to hear more from these guys.
This was the first time reading a book by Anna Paige, but I’d look out for more in the future.
March 28, 2020
Do you love books that you just can’t seem to put down? How about the ones that you read way past your bedtime? With this book I accomplished both of those! I can’t even say what made me do it. The way it was written, the characters I couldn’t say no to or or because this storyline just called to something inside me. Well..in this case it’s all three.
I ab-so-lutly LOVE the relationship these besties have and I’m not just talking about the girls. Ashton and Becker have amazing banter between them that it’s easy to tell they have been friends years. They make me laugh when they get throwing words back and forth. Even the wonderful brother sister bond is so strong. It’s easy to see why all of these kids love and protect each other.
Ashton is a dreamboat of epic proportions! I don’t think he can say or do anything wrong. In fact I have many highlighted words from this man. Everyone wants to hear what he is saying. Just to them.
I loved this story so much! The friendships, brotherhood, the protectiveness....heck even the sassy chatter and the love all make this a five star read!
I ab-so-lutly LOVE the relationship these besties have and I’m not just talking about the girls. Ashton and Becker have amazing banter between them that it’s easy to tell they have been friends years. They make me laugh when they get throwing words back and forth. Even the wonderful brother sister bond is so strong. It’s easy to see why all of these kids love and protect each other.
Ashton is a dreamboat of epic proportions! I don’t think he can say or do anything wrong. In fact I have many highlighted words from this man. Everyone wants to hear what he is saying. Just to them.
I loved this story so much! The friendships, brotherhood, the protectiveness....heck even the sassy chatter and the love all make this a five star read!
April 21, 2020
There is something about a brother's best-friend romance that I love to read...and this story was great one. Becker and Asher have been friends for years. They graduated, went off to college, and came back home to wait to see where they would go for work. Blair is Becker's younger sister. As long as Becker and Asher have been friends, Blair and Asher have been the thorn in each other's sides. Whether they are making fun of each other or picking on each other, they always seem to more enemies than friends. However, one night, everything in Blair's life changes in an instant...including the way she sees her relationship with Asher.
As the story progresses, Asher and Blair must figure out what they mean to each and what that means for everyone around them. There are so many other relationships going on in this story that (I hope) will someday get a book of their own. This story is so real feeling. The things that Blair and the gang go through break them down while making them stronger. I found myself easily sucked into the story and didn't come up for air until it was finished. Such a great story!
As the story progresses, Asher and Blair must figure out what they mean to each and what that means for everyone around them. There are so many other relationships going on in this story that (I hope) will someday get a book of their own. This story is so real feeling. The things that Blair and the gang go through break them down while making them stronger. I found myself easily sucked into the story and didn't come up for air until it was finished. Such a great story!
April 25, 2020
So incredibly good! Holding Out For You is a novel written by Anna Paige. It’s a big brother’s best friend romance and one that I have fallen in love with. It is a definite rollercoaster of emotion that is mixed with a whole of serious and a whole lot of sweet. Blair has been in love with her big brother’s best friend Ashton for a long time. Longer than she would like to admit. Ashton is in the same boat. Neither one wants to admit it to each other or anyone else. Coincidentally, Blair’s best friend Charli is also in love with Blair’s big brother Becker. But everyone knows that. What everyone doesn’t know is if Becker returns that love or not. Everything comes out to the open when Blair is set up on a blind date to Becker’s party and Blair is attacked. That’s when Ashton decides he needs to step up. This book is very intense. Intense in the sense that it’s emotional and also in the sense that it is quite steamy. There are numerous scenes where Blair and Ashton get hot and heavy. This is book also talks about sensitive subjects. However, this book is a book that I would recommend to anyone! I was quite surprised with this one and cannot wait to read the next one!
April 25, 2020
Holding Out for You by Anna Paige
I don't know why Ms. Paige isn't on top of my go to authors but I'm going to fix that. This is not the first book I have read by her where I got so sucked into the story I lost track of time. I was up way too late reading on a work night, but I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen between Blair and Ashton.
This story takes you through every possible emotion. I laughed several times, cried couple of times, was horrified, happy, relieved, worried and most of those feelings were just the first few chapters.
I loved the dynamic between Ashton, Becker, Blair and Charli. All of them grew up together. The guys have been best friends since they were six and Blair being Becker's little sister and Charli being her best friend means the girls were always around the boys.
Loved the way it ended. I usually feel like there is something missing at the end of books and keep hoping there will be additional books in the series but I don't feel that way this time. As much as I loved everyone I'm happy with the ending. She tied up the loose ends up perfectly for me, though I wouldn't be too upset if this group showed up again in the future.
I don't know why Ms. Paige isn't on top of my go to authors but I'm going to fix that. This is not the first book I have read by her where I got so sucked into the story I lost track of time. I was up way too late reading on a work night, but I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen between Blair and Ashton.
This story takes you through every possible emotion. I laughed several times, cried couple of times, was horrified, happy, relieved, worried and most of those feelings were just the first few chapters.
I loved the dynamic between Ashton, Becker, Blair and Charli. All of them grew up together. The guys have been best friends since they were six and Blair being Becker's little sister and Charli being her best friend means the girls were always around the boys.
Loved the way it ended. I usually feel like there is something missing at the end of books and keep hoping there will be additional books in the series but I don't feel that way this time. As much as I loved everyone I'm happy with the ending. She tied up the loose ends up perfectly for me, though I wouldn't be too upset if this group showed up again in the future.
June 21, 2021
Maybe 1.5🌟
The whole story was ridiculously childish and boring. I skimmed all through the book.
We made love seven times that morning LMFAO 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣you got to be shitting me! seven time just in the morning! No way I'm believing that crap🙄
I can't like Charlie. I know she is great. But i really don't want friend like her. Friend like Charlie who are too good easily gets on trouble and brings trouble to others. 😑And then of course blame themselves for the mess🙄 they created😒
And I don't like that Charlie and Beck get on a relationship. It would be better if Beck chose some other girl. Just because she had a crush on him doesn't mean she could have him🤣🤣Not that easy in real life.
I hate it when people start assuming things. Why don't they just confront them and make it clear!! It's very simple right?😶 So h assumes that H is cheating and starts ignoring him. Why the fuck don't ask him? I really hate when MCs don't have common sense 😒
It felt like the story was 1000 pages. Nah seriously it was unnecessarily long and writing was not that encouraging... So i went through immense pressure to finish this 😪
The whole story was ridiculously childish and boring. I skimmed all through the book.
We made love seven times that morning LMFAO 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣you got to be shitting me! seven time just in the morning! No way I'm believing that crap🙄
I can't like Charlie. I know she is great. But i really don't want friend like her. Friend like Charlie who are too good easily gets on trouble and brings trouble to others. 😑And then of course blame themselves for the mess🙄 they created😒
And I don't like that Charlie and Beck get on a relationship. It would be better if Beck chose some other girl. Just because she had a crush on him doesn't mean she could have him🤣🤣Not that easy in real life.
I hate it when people start assuming things. Why don't they just confront them and make it clear!! It's very simple right?😶 So h assumes that H is cheating and starts ignoring him. Why the fuck don't ask him? I really hate when MCs don't have common sense 😒
It felt like the story was 1000 pages. Nah seriously it was unnecessarily long and writing was not that encouraging... So i went through immense pressure to finish this 😪
March 28, 2020
Holding Out for You
By Anna Paige
5 out of 5 stars
I loved reading the book Holding Out for You by Anna Paige. It is a story that pulled me in from the very beginning and didn’t let me go until the final page. It is about friendship and romance. I loved reading about the characters of Ashton Hunter and Blair Martell. He is her brother’s best friend. She tries her best to ignore him. Both have feelings for each other that they try to ignore and hide. Will those feelings remain hidden forever? What does the future hold for Ashton and Blair? Read this book to find out. I loved reading about the interactions/bantering between Ashton and Blair. The verbal jousting that occurs had me smiling and laughing. There are romantic and heartwarming moments. My emotions went up and down through the entire book. I also loved how Blair is loved and is protected by Ashton as well as her brother and bestie. This is a beautiful story that will touch your heart and at times had me wondering what was going to happen next. Don’t miss out on reading this amazing story. I highly recommend it.
By Anna Paige
5 out of 5 stars
I loved reading the book Holding Out for You by Anna Paige. It is a story that pulled me in from the very beginning and didn’t let me go until the final page. It is about friendship and romance. I loved reading about the characters of Ashton Hunter and Blair Martell. He is her brother’s best friend. She tries her best to ignore him. Both have feelings for each other that they try to ignore and hide. Will those feelings remain hidden forever? What does the future hold for Ashton and Blair? Read this book to find out. I loved reading about the interactions/bantering between Ashton and Blair. The verbal jousting that occurs had me smiling and laughing. There are romantic and heartwarming moments. My emotions went up and down through the entire book. I also loved how Blair is loved and is protected by Ashton as well as her brother and bestie. This is a beautiful story that will touch your heart and at times had me wondering what was going to happen next. Don’t miss out on reading this amazing story. I highly recommend it.
April 24, 2020
Holding Out for You by Anna Paige
5 Stars
This is my first book by this author and I'm not sure why. This was an awesome story written in a way that made it so easy and fun to read. I loved the very beginning and the interaction between Blair and Charli and also Blair and Ash. It was what grabbed me and kept me hooked. I do wish the back and forth would have gone on a bit longer, it all seemed too quick and easy but as I kept reading I forgot all about that.
This story held everything I love, suspense, love, romance, misunderstandings, danger, edge of your seat reading, Family, and one of my favorite parts..Friendship, real genuine friendship. All I know is if this book is any indication of this author's writing style then I will be looking up everything available.
The first date about ruined me...I sat with tears because that was so out of this world amazing. I absolutely will be recommending this book and also see myself reading this again and again in the future.
Truly loved it and recommend everyone one clicking as soon as possible.
5 Stars
This is my first book by this author and I'm not sure why. This was an awesome story written in a way that made it so easy and fun to read. I loved the very beginning and the interaction between Blair and Charli and also Blair and Ash. It was what grabbed me and kept me hooked. I do wish the back and forth would have gone on a bit longer, it all seemed too quick and easy but as I kept reading I forgot all about that.
This story held everything I love, suspense, love, romance, misunderstandings, danger, edge of your seat reading, Family, and one of my favorite parts..Friendship, real genuine friendship. All I know is if this book is any indication of this author's writing style then I will be looking up everything available.
The first date about ruined me...I sat with tears because that was so out of this world amazing. I absolutely will be recommending this book and also see myself reading this again and again in the future.
Truly loved it and recommend everyone one clicking as soon as possible.
April 24, 2020
Holding Out For You by Anna Paige is the first novel I've had the privilege of reading by Anna Paige and I was blown away! Parts of this story was truly tragic, but also about real soul searching among a close group of friends.
Blair Martell is a freshman in college with her best friend Charli. She is very close to her brother Becker who is a few years older than her. She has always had a crush on Becker's best friend Ashton. What happens when Ashton gives her a glimpse that maybe those feelings aren't one sided?
Ashton Hunter has graduated from college and is looking for a job. He has decided that staying close to home is what is best for him, for a number of reasons. One night on the beach, a few beers down and a horrible situation is everything he needs to put himself out there.
I absolutely adored this book. There was a lot to it, some that might be a trigger for some readers. But I thought it the story was very well written. I loved the characters, the banter, and the town they live in. What a great story! Thank you, Anna Paige!
Blair Martell is a freshman in college with her best friend Charli. She is very close to her brother Becker who is a few years older than her. She has always had a crush on Becker's best friend Ashton. What happens when Ashton gives her a glimpse that maybe those feelings aren't one sided?
Ashton Hunter has graduated from college and is looking for a job. He has decided that staying close to home is what is best for him, for a number of reasons. One night on the beach, a few beers down and a horrible situation is everything he needs to put himself out there.
I absolutely adored this book. There was a lot to it, some that might be a trigger for some readers. But I thought it the story was very well written. I loved the characters, the banter, and the town they live in. What a great story! Thank you, Anna Paige!
April 25, 2020
Holding Out for You
by Anna Paige
I absolutely LOVED this book!! I started reading this book before bed and my husband wakes up as the sun is coming up, turns and looks at me and I'm still reading, he just shakes his head at me. I could not put this book down, I was completely drawn in. I fell in love with Ash, Blair, Charli, and Becker, their relationships made me laugh and cry and everything in between. Even some of the other characters like Ash's mom and stepdad, Beck and Blair's parents, made this story have that many more layers. Watching in my mind's eye Blair and Ash's relationship grow and change from childhood to adulthood, from picking on each other relentlessly to trying to figure out what their relationship is now was awesome. One night changes everything for Blair and the rest of them and I thought the author wrote about this difficult situation very well. If I could give this book more than five stars I would. This is a must read and I know this will be a book I will reread multiple times. I highly recommend this book.
by Anna Paige
I absolutely LOVED this book!! I started reading this book before bed and my husband wakes up as the sun is coming up, turns and looks at me and I'm still reading, he just shakes his head at me. I could not put this book down, I was completely drawn in. I fell in love with Ash, Blair, Charli, and Becker, their relationships made me laugh and cry and everything in between. Even some of the other characters like Ash's mom and stepdad, Beck and Blair's parents, made this story have that many more layers. Watching in my mind's eye Blair and Ash's relationship grow and change from childhood to adulthood, from picking on each other relentlessly to trying to figure out what their relationship is now was awesome. One night changes everything for Blair and the rest of them and I thought the author wrote about this difficult situation very well. If I could give this book more than five stars I would. This is a must read and I know this will be a book I will reread multiple times. I highly recommend this book.
April 25, 2020
Holding Out for You by Anna Paige was a great 5 star read.
We start with Blair and her friend going to a party. Blair’s friend has set her up on a blind date that is a total bust, he is not the guy for her. She gets a call from her brother to go get his best friend Ashton. The man that has done nothing but torment her through the years.
At the party she ditches the date and hangs with her friends. Ashton crashes for a quick conversation with Blair and ends up leaving with a little bit of jealousy on the brain. Why is he jealous? Just a few more short pages into the book these two admit their feelings for each other. There is a twist and we get an even better story.
We get several POV’s in the book which I really enjoyed. All of the characters were great.
The author does a great job of pulling you right into the story. The chemistry between Blair and Ashton was great, they were made for each other. I would love to see a book come from some of the other characters in this one. If you're looking for a great read, 1-click and get started today.
We start with Blair and her friend going to a party. Blair’s friend has set her up on a blind date that is a total bust, he is not the guy for her. She gets a call from her brother to go get his best friend Ashton. The man that has done nothing but torment her through the years.
At the party she ditches the date and hangs with her friends. Ashton crashes for a quick conversation with Blair and ends up leaving with a little bit of jealousy on the brain. Why is he jealous? Just a few more short pages into the book these two admit their feelings for each other. There is a twist and we get an even better story.
We get several POV’s in the book which I really enjoyed. All of the characters were great.
The author does a great job of pulling you right into the story. The chemistry between Blair and Ashton was great, they were made for each other. I would love to see a book come from some of the other characters in this one. If you're looking for a great read, 1-click and get started today.
April 26, 2020
Blair and Ashton have known each other for the longest time. Blair has had a crush on him but of course, feels like she can’t step forward and tell him. After all who wants to be shot down and looked at like its puppy love? She’s in college now and knows that she has to move on and forget about that first love she has for him.
Ashton has looked at Blair from afar for some time. It used to be that she annoyed the heck out of him, but she’s grown into a pretty remarkable young woman. He knows she’s off-limits since she’s the sister of his best friend. He knows he has to walk away and focus on other stuff now that school is over. Like the real world, and a job.
But one night everything changes. Their lives change with one incident and how they overcome it will be what brings them together.
This is a wonderfully written love story! I loved the two of them together, and their journey just as two people. I commend the author for the way she wrote some of the harder (triggering) moments of the book. Well done! I look forward to reading more from the author.
Ashton has looked at Blair from afar for some time. It used to be that she annoyed the heck out of him, but she’s grown into a pretty remarkable young woman. He knows she’s off-limits since she’s the sister of his best friend. He knows he has to walk away and focus on other stuff now that school is over. Like the real world, and a job.
But one night everything changes. Their lives change with one incident and how they overcome it will be what brings them together.
This is a wonderfully written love story! I loved the two of them together, and their journey just as two people. I commend the author for the way she wrote some of the harder (triggering) moments of the book. Well done! I look forward to reading more from the author.
April 21, 2020
Holding Out For You
By Anna Paige
5 stars
I have read a few books by this author so I was looking forward to reading this new release form her and it was as I expected, a wonderful story with characters who I loved from the start! I find Ms Paige’s writing such a pleasure to read, the pace and flow of her books is just perfect, I lose myself in her stories easily. I love a brother’s best friend romance- it’s a bit taboo but also usually really romantic and sweet with a bit of passion thrown in! I loved Blair! She was so awesome! Asher was a fab character and I loved what was happening between him and Blair – but I have to say along with the romantic side of this story I absolutely adored the friendship sides to it! Blair and her besties Charli and Blair’s brother Beckett and his friendship with Asher! The connection the friends had with each other was great! I absolutely loved everything about this book! I can’t wait for more from this author in the future!
By Anna Paige
5 stars
I have read a few books by this author so I was looking forward to reading this new release form her and it was as I expected, a wonderful story with characters who I loved from the start! I find Ms Paige’s writing such a pleasure to read, the pace and flow of her books is just perfect, I lose myself in her stories easily. I love a brother’s best friend romance- it’s a bit taboo but also usually really romantic and sweet with a bit of passion thrown in! I loved Blair! She was so awesome! Asher was a fab character and I loved what was happening between him and Blair – but I have to say along with the romantic side of this story I absolutely adored the friendship sides to it! Blair and her besties Charli and Blair’s brother Beckett and his friendship with Asher! The connection the friends had with each other was great! I absolutely loved everything about this book! I can’t wait for more from this author in the future!
April 23, 2020
This is an great brother best friend romance, it keeps you hooked from the first page. The characters are so well written you can't help but love them.
Blair and her brother Becker has a really close bond and all through their lives both have had best friends in Ashton and Charli.
All through the year Ashton has made it his life's mission to annoy and terrorize Blair. Even though she has been head over heels with Aston for years she thought he hated her.
That was until a drunken confession where both of them admitted their attraction to each other and their love for each other. On a high from the revelation Blair carried on her night until it took a horrible turn for the worst.
Is their new found love and attraction enough to help them recover from what happened.
The romance is lovely, growing steadily, taking into account events that happened and also Beckers feelings about his best friend being in love with his sister.
Blair and her brother Becker has a really close bond and all through their lives both have had best friends in Ashton and Charli.
All through the year Ashton has made it his life's mission to annoy and terrorize Blair. Even though she has been head over heels with Aston for years she thought he hated her.
That was until a drunken confession where both of them admitted their attraction to each other and their love for each other. On a high from the revelation Blair carried on her night until it took a horrible turn for the worst.
Is their new found love and attraction enough to help them recover from what happened.
The romance is lovely, growing steadily, taking into account events that happened and also Beckers feelings about his best friend being in love with his sister.
April 24, 2020
Holding Out for You
By Anna Paige
Holding out for you is the first book I have read by Anna Paige. It took me a couple of chapters to get into the book but once I did, I read way past the time I should have. I loved the way this book was written and the story just flowed beautifully. If you enjoy reading books around brothers best friend romance then you need to read this book. Ash and Becker have been friends for years. Also for years Blair and Ash have been the thorn in each other's sides. I really dont think Ash or Blair knew if they were friends or foes. But the book not only had me thinking of Ash and BLairs relationship, but also of Charli and Becker. All four of these characters and lots of quirks, know how to bring out the worst in each other and that goes for Charli and Blair too, who have been friends since childhood. So hopefully we'll see Charli and Beckers story next.
April 25, 2020
5 stars!
I have not had the pleasure of reading anything by Anna Paige, but I am sure glad I took the chance with this one as my first book. This story was everything I could want in a romance. I absolutely love brother’s best friend / best friend’s sister relationships. Something will always go wrong before everything turns out perfect. The characters in this book were fantastically written and the storyline itself, although dragged Ash and Blair’s relationship out too long for me to handle, was amazing. The secondary characters really rounded out the top reasons why this book was wonderful. I really enjoyed watching Ash and Blair’s relationship grow, seeing Ash pick on Blair to cover up his feelings and love for her, really made my heart ache and soar at the same time. I would highly, highly, highly recommend this book to any romance lover. I look forward to checking out more books from this author.
I have not had the pleasure of reading anything by Anna Paige, but I am sure glad I took the chance with this one as my first book. This story was everything I could want in a romance. I absolutely love brother’s best friend / best friend’s sister relationships. Something will always go wrong before everything turns out perfect. The characters in this book were fantastically written and the storyline itself, although dragged Ash and Blair’s relationship out too long for me to handle, was amazing. The secondary characters really rounded out the top reasons why this book was wonderful. I really enjoyed watching Ash and Blair’s relationship grow, seeing Ash pick on Blair to cover up his feelings and love for her, really made my heart ache and soar at the same time. I would highly, highly, highly recommend this book to any romance lover. I look forward to checking out more books from this author.
April 25, 2020
This book was a 5 plus read and had me hooked from the very beginning. I found myself staying up late at night to get a few more pages in. Blair is one of the main characters and she has a special love / hate relationship with her older brothers best friend Ashton. They have known each other for over a decade. Blair has been hiding her feelings for Ashton for years and Ashton has been hiding his feelings for her for years also. Is it worth ruining a relationship with his best friend ? What will happen when Blair goes to college? There were to many things to worry about so everyone kept their crushes hidden well until one night at a beach party.
A lot happens at the beach party and something’s won’t be easy to forget.
I really loved this book and cannot wait for more. These characters were all Loveable and the story was completely relatable. You definitely won’t be disappointed when you read this book.
A lot happens at the beach party and something’s won’t be easy to forget.
I really loved this book and cannot wait for more. These characters were all Loveable and the story was completely relatable. You definitely won’t be disappointed when you read this book.
April 25, 2020
Holding Out for You by Anna Paige is an amazing brother’s best friend romance. I read this book in less than a day. I absolutely could NOT put it down!
Ashton and Blair have been in each other’s lives since childhood. Ashton is Blair’s older brother’s best friend so he’s always been around. Sometimes, Ashton made it pretty easy for Blair to hide her true feelings. No way was she going to let her tormentor know she felt anything other than disdain. Ashton knows how to push Blair’s buttons. He knows how to challenge her and he wants so much more than that from her. It’s about time he lets her know. Will these two continue to pretend or have they just been holding out this whole time?
The only bad thing about this book is that it ended. As soon as I started reading, I was in deep. There is some unexpected turns in the book and I didn’t see them coming but everything was so well written!
Ashton and Blair have been in each other’s lives since childhood. Ashton is Blair’s older brother’s best friend so he’s always been around. Sometimes, Ashton made it pretty easy for Blair to hide her true feelings. No way was she going to let her tormentor know she felt anything other than disdain. Ashton knows how to push Blair’s buttons. He knows how to challenge her and he wants so much more than that from her. It’s about time he lets her know. Will these two continue to pretend or have they just been holding out this whole time?
The only bad thing about this book is that it ended. As soon as I started reading, I was in deep. There is some unexpected turns in the book and I didn’t see them coming but everything was so well written!
April 18, 2020
This book follows Ash Hunter and Blair Martell, enemies with a common denominator between the two: Blair’s brother, her everything and his best friend. Her brother was her favorite person on Earth, her best friend, protector and everyone else loved him just as much as she did. Ash Hunter was her brother’s best friend and he was always there knocking Blair down a notch. He wanted to knock her down at every turn that is until he decides to give her what she never knew she wanted.
This book seems like a movie as it takes us on a magic ride with these lovable characters. I’m here for all of it! I’m a hopeless romantic who loves to follow where these books can lead me. I love to follow the direction of which the characters bring us into their lives. I was hooked from page to page as we see these relationships develop into something so sweet.
This book seems like a movie as it takes us on a magic ride with these lovable characters. I’m here for all of it! I’m a hopeless romantic who loves to follow where these books can lead me. I love to follow the direction of which the characters bring us into their lives. I was hooked from page to page as we see these relationships develop into something so sweet.
April 21, 2020
Holding Out For You was a pleasant surprise in this uncertain world we currently live in. Anna Paige is a new author to me and she was a delightful discovery. I love nothing more than a story of a love that began early and just continued to grow through the years. The main characters have known each other forever and all the emotions, ups and downs are acutely felt when getting to know the characters. This story kept me strung tight with tension from the beginning, with unexpected thrilling turns to create mesmirising suspense. Their story had a beginning, a gutsy middle, and a dramatic and worthy ending. This author has a definite flair for dragging the drama out to add an intense element to a sometimes predictable genre. Anna Paige delivers nothing predictable, and everything electric, and while I love a traditional love story, a dash or two of drama is always exquisite. 5 stars.
April 25, 2020
Holding Out for You by Anna Paige
Seriously, this is a book I couldn’t put down for long. I had to finish it within a couple days even if it meant less sleep!
Becker and his best friend Ashton have been best buds as long as anyone can remember. Becker’s little sister Blair has always considered Ashton to be a thorn in her side. One very eventful night, things start to change...
The best part of this book is the relationships and interactions between the 2 groups of best friends - Blair/Charli and Becker/Ashton that continues from childhood to young adults. As the 4 of them process and struggle through the life changing event, their bond gets even stronger! The story is so captivating you can’t help but wish it would last forever.
This is the first book I’ve read by Anna Paige and I can’t wait to read the rest.
Seriously, this is a book I couldn’t put down for long. I had to finish it within a couple days even if it meant less sleep!
Becker and his best friend Ashton have been best buds as long as anyone can remember. Becker’s little sister Blair has always considered Ashton to be a thorn in her side. One very eventful night, things start to change...
The best part of this book is the relationships and interactions between the 2 groups of best friends - Blair/Charli and Becker/Ashton that continues from childhood to young adults. As the 4 of them process and struggle through the life changing event, their bond gets even stronger! The story is so captivating you can’t help but wish it would last forever.
This is the first book I’ve read by Anna Paige and I can’t wait to read the rest.
April 25, 2020
Holding Out for You is the first book that I have read by this author and I loved it! It kept me turning page after page and I couldn't get enough. This was a new adult story that I thought was well written and the characters were awesome and it was so full emotion, love... and you guessed it, a little bit of hate...
Ashton and Blair are the main characters and they grew up being around each other but they didn't like each other at all. They loathed each other. But now they're all grown up and thing are different. An attraction seems to have sparked between the two of them but that doesn't make the hatred disappear from all those years ago. The banter and humor of this story were the best and I couldn't wait to see what would happen between them next. I am looking forward to reading more by this author and I would recommend this to anyone that loves romance!
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Ashton and Blair are the main characters and they grew up being around each other but they didn't like each other at all. They loathed each other. But now they're all grown up and thing are different. An attraction seems to have sparked between the two of them but that doesn't make the hatred disappear from all those years ago. The banter and humor of this story were the best and I couldn't wait to see what would happen between them next. I am looking forward to reading more by this author and I would recommend this to anyone that loves romance!
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March 28, 2020
This is a new age adult story that I loved from the beginning until the last page. This is an author that is fast becoming one of my go to when I need a good romance story This is a well written story that has characters that are full of heart and they make the story realistic. Blair’s brother’s best friend, Ashton, has been a person that she cannot stand as they were growing up. Ashton has always thought of Blair as a bratty and complicated. Now that they are adults, this could change everything for them. With hidden feelings, could the hatred for each other really be something more? I loved the banter and chemistry between them. They made the story flow into what this story is, a real page turner. I highly recommend their story, you won’t regret picking up this book.
April 22, 2020
Holding Out for You by Anna Paige. This book is amazing. Once I picked it up I could not put it down! Its the story of Blair who has a brother named Becker and they are super close! While growing up Becker's best friend Ashton was always around but he and Blair hated each other. They have all graduated and gone off to college and come back home as young adults. As Blair and Ashton are around each other as adults things have changed. They are looking at each other in a totally different light! Maybe they need to look at their relationship again and see what happens. Ashton had always had a crush on Blair but couldn't act on it because of Becker but now they are adults and things are different. This story is amazing. I loved the brother/sister bond was awesome and the romance was hot!
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