Perfect Harmony

Harmony Falls #2

by Elizabeth Kelly

He's worth the wait...

Grace knows she can never have what she wants most...

Her best friend’s brother.

Sheriff Gideon Walker is off limits, but the small-town life of Harmony Falls makes avoiding him impossible. Her childhood crush isn’t making it any easier on her… not when his strict hands-off policy has inexplicably disappeared.

But her parents’ history of conditional love has left Grace doubting her own worth.

Gideon knows being with Grace could tear the ties with his fragile sister apart.

So he’s spent the better part of a decade avoiding that forbidden fruit.

But when Grace needs his help, he can’t resist. Especially after discovering that between the sheets she’s more than happy to submit to his control.

Keeping their attraction hidden from his sister proves untenable, and as their relationship deepens, Gideon’s fears about losing Grace become impossible to ignore.

Will Gideon’s fear and Grace’s self-doubt tear them apart? Or will they finally realize they’re stronger together?

Author’s Note: “Perfect Harmony” is Book Two in The Harmony Falls Series. It is a stand-alone story in the series.

Please note that this book contains steamy and explicit sex scenes and may not be your cup of tea. It is intended for mature audiences only.

Genres: Contemporary

380 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 8, 2020

About the author

Elizabeth Kelly is a romance novelist who spends her days writing and pushing her cat Murray off the keyboard. She firmly believes that a person can survive solely on sushi and coffee, and only her husband's mad cooking skills prevents her from proving that theory.

She also writes contemporary and paranormal romance under her alter-ego "Ramona Gray".

Reviews

[atomickitten · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 stars rounded up to veeeery generous 3

A bit better than book 1 but still way too immature for my liking.



Grace, our heroine was a bit better than Kira but she was still stupid as hell, juvenile and annoying.

I liked Gideon more, although I still wasn't the biggest fan of his. I really loved his friendship with Preacher. I didn't like his relationship with Grace. And unfortunately, we have the reappearance of Kira here, the idiot from book 1. And she annoyed me even more in this book. So that's a bummer.
Grace wasn't the brightest bulb on the Christmas tree but I kinda expected that after the fiasco of book 1.
Plus, the whole bdsm kink ain’t my jam.

All in all, it would've been so much better if the level of maturity of the characters actually suited their age. They were in their 20s and still acting like a bunch of teens.
And that's just irritating.
But the storyline is decent and I did read it all in one go. But it deffo wasn't my favourite.

However, I'm super excited to read book 3, which is Preacher's story- the entire reason why I got the whole series.

So off to book 3 I go.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Personally I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book. Perfect Harmony is book 2 of the Harmony Falls series. With Gideon, who is the main character, Kira's brother from the first book. Grace, Kira's best friend has been hiding her attraction for Gideon for some time, and the sparks just came off the page when these two are around each other. I believe this could be read as a stand-alone, the story and characters are solid and the story flows very well. BUT, why pass up a great series! I really liked the first book, Kira's story a lot, and I'm glad I read it first. Getting to know her from her perspective helps with understanding the past that they all share, and why Gideon and Grace think Kira is so fragile. Perfect Harmony hit every one of my buttons and I felt so strongly for Grace that had to go back and read it again. I loved this book! Elizabeth Kelly has created a fun little town with some great characters I can't wait to visit again. I also had a great deal of fun picturing who might get a story and let me just say PREACHER!! I know he's coming, but I kinda hope to see the firecracker, Harper the artist, come back to Harmony Falls. A woman who is a plumper! Yes Please! I really hope we get a story about Rayna. ALSO Gideon and Grace's hotness facture was through the rough. Give me more, please!!! P.S. I really want some serious Karma for Harrison! I received an ARC of this book for an honest review.

[Sai · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Normally, I would take my time, tease you until you’re begging, bring you to the edge repeatedly until the only thing you can think about is how much you need to come.”
He bent his head and sucked briefly on her clit, making her moan and writhe against the bed.
“But this time,” he lifted his head again to stare at her, “I have a point to prove. So, I’m going to make you come hard and fast, Princess, but just know that the next time I eat your pussy? I’m going to tease you until you’re crazy with need, until you’re hoarse from begging, until you think you might go insane. That will be your punishment for being a bad girl tonight. Do you understand?”



This book is amazing! Loved how protective Gideon is of his princess. Loved how Gracie understood him. I wish we could see if Gracie’s parents realize their mistakes and improve their relationship with her because the way they treated her is just terrible but nonetheless love this book lots guess we don’t need people in our life who can’t appreciate us for who we are. I’m so happy for the both of them . Sometimes I forget I’m reading fictional characters:(
Oh and I loove the banter between him and Preacher. Love our baby tank lotsss. Would love to see more of Harper! Can’t wait to read more big boy books!

[Veronica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the second installment of the Harmony Falls series. This is a stand alone with no cliffhanger (unless you count the little snippet of the next book at the end of this one). Though it is a stand alone I do recommend reading Sweet Harmony first just because it will give you more of an understanding of the supporting characters. The story is about Gideon, the town's sheriff and Gracie, his sister's best friend. Gideon's sister thinks of Gracie as her sister, therefore they feel they must hide their true feelings from her. They fight their attraction for each other in order to not hurt Gideon's sister. But when something unexpected happens and they end up living together their attraction cannot be denied. Gideon is a strong and sexy alpha who needs control at all times. And Gracie is strong minded and short tempered but she realizes that giving up control in the bedroom to Gideon is something she definitely likes.
Even though the story is about Gideon and Gracie, what I enjoyed most about the book was Gideon's relationship with his best friend Preacher. I have been intrigued with him since Sweet Harmony and I can't wait until his story comes out.

[Secret Romance Junkie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gideon is a true protector including of his own heart. His only threat is Grace, a short tempered, care giver. She is always taking care of everyone they way she should have been taken care of. Past issues continue to keep both of them from the love and connection they both crave. Watching the two of them torture themselves by denying their true desires was agonizing but your heart gets filled when they can no longer resist their pull to each other and completely give in. There are no words to describe how hot Gideon’s dominant, controlling side is. For the record, I would accept a distracted driving ticket from Gideon any day!! The build up of Preacher and Addison has me anxious to read their story.

[Alana Vukobratovich · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an engaging read and I couldn't put down until I was finished. I really enjoyed the chemistry with all the characters. The love struggle between Grace and Gideon, the strong friendship of Gideon and Preacher, and the camaraderie of Grace, Kira, Harper, and Addie. I cannot leave out the romance- it was good...really good. I I also valued the challenges and insights to how the characters struggled with real life issues and that love can overcome them (therapy helps too). Add Tank, the lovable Great Dane, it was delightfully fantastic. Thank Elizabeth for another wonderful read! I received an ARC of this book for an honest review.

[Tarra Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this series!!

I fell in love with Grace, Gideon and of course Tank in the first book and was so excited to finally read their story. I love how the author writes about characters that feel real and that the situations they encounter could happen in every day life. The chemistry between Grace and Gideon was pretty hot!! I couldn’t get enough!! I absolutely loved the scenes with Tank, being a animal lover myself, I wanted to be right there with him!! Can’t wait for the next book in the series!! I received an ARC of this book for an honest review.

[Sandra Withers · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this installment in the Harmony Falls series. Although this is a standalone romance, I think it does help if you're familiar with the characters from book #1. The chemistry was good - lively dialogue, some comedy moments and who doesn't love a big soppy dog! The relationships between all the characters, both platonic and sizzling hot (!) were engaging and I can;t wait for book #3. Thanks again, Elizabeth, for another fab read - you never disappoint! I received an ARC of this book for an honest review and,, honestly I loved every minute being immersed in this story!

[Lois · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great addition to the Harmony Falls Series, Gideon and Grace were worth the wait. Small town sheriff, small town life, with Tank and an off limits childhood crush! Who could ask for more! This story is hot, sexy and sweet with some bumps along the way. Elizabeth weaves a great story with great secondary characters that build flow to our next story of Addison and Preacher. Thoroughly recommend this book. I received an ARC for an honest review.

[Vanessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect Harmony was PERFECT! I have been anxiously waiting for this book since the teaser at the end of Sweet Harmony. It did not disappoint! I have loved all of Elizabeth Kelly's books but Grace and Gideon were amazing. But she did it again...the teaser for Preacher and Addison! Can't wait for their story! Want a great series with wonderful, well-developed characters? This is the book and series for you!

[Jill Macdonald · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book in one sitting. I thought I would read the first couple of chapters and finished it at 4am! I enjoyed it much more than the first one in the series (although that was good too). The main characters were really relatable and likeable. Their back stories made the book really interesting and Grace and Gideon make a fantastic couple. Can’t wait for the next one about Preacher and Addie!!

[Joseline Diaz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this book. I could not put it down. I love a book that keeps me invested and certainly did the trick. I found myself at times scolding the characters in my head when they were being stubborn and holding my breath when things got intense. I also loved the relationship between Gideon and his best friend Preacher. I love men who openly show their love to each other and the bromance was kept alive!

[Lost Within The Pages · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMGG!!! This book was so good, I love the Character in this series and in this story, and it was funny as well. Gideon and Gracie have loved each other for what seems like forever but both of them were mess up, but once they decided to be together all bets were off, and OMG I love preacher I need a Preacher in my life can't wait for his book

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good

Sometimes love isn't enough. Grace and Gideon each had to work through their own baggage enough that they could really see that a relationship could work. This was a bit of a slow burn. The ending felt abrupt, however it was an overall enjoyable read. I am liking getting to know Harmony Falls.

[Sherry Hays · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this book.
The story was very well written and
held my attention.
The couple had loads of very good chemistry.
I would recommend this book to others.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book from
an advanced reader copy.

[Maryann Moreno · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gideon and Gracie's story was amazing! It was funny it was witty and it had me laughing out loud and people looking at me like I was crazy. I can't wait for Preacher's book although I have a feeling he might give my Ford a run for his money! I loved it everyone needs to read this book!

[Joan Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding new addition to this series. I was already a fan of the series after book one but this book was even better in my opinion. And I’m “not so patiently” awaiting more. This new setting and characters has really become a bit addicting.

[Sana Ajaz · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was so enamored with Gideon and Preachers friendship. I wish to have THAT kind of friendship. Goals. This was just a bleh read for me. I'm excited for Preacher and Addison's story tho. And pllllleeeeeaaaaasssseeeeeee give Lucas a book. He's ADORABLE ☺️. Daniel too.

[kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

AWESOME

Awesome romance book made me smile laugh cry and pissed off it was an amazing read usually I can't get through every chapter I end up skimming and skipping filler chapters that are boring but not this book every chapter was Wonderful

[MISS N · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow was well worth the wait. Loved the bromance between Gideon & Preacher, plenty of funny moments and the perfect amount of steamy scenes.

[Michelle Daly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading about these two made me so happy and this book was so damn hot! I could not put it down!

[Kirra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book, even better than the first! Can't wait for the next book in the series!!

[Leonard Simon · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a series

Book follows as real life is like great people a book to follow can’t wait for book three hope theirs more

[Sarah Marshall Malluck · Rating 5 out of 5]

Drool

I love this series! I love this book. I love Elizabeth Kelly and her writing. I can't wait to read the next one. It's pre ordered.

[Keiichi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Didn't really felt the connection between the MCs, if it weren't for the blurb I wouldn't believe that they were secretly attracted with each other.

[Ej · Rating 2 out of 5]

Kinda boring.

[Rundee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Strange that my library has that. I liked it a lot. The sex scenes are super steamy, the characters believable

[Butterfly914 · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was okay. A bit silly as to why Grace and Gideon are not together. And most of the book felt like I was just reading about sex between the two. Not much story development.