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Anchor Me #2
Vince
It was only supposed to be a fling...
Emma
After my divorce, I was a hot mess. One night after catering a wedding, I ended up escaping reality for a little while with a hot Marine.
Six months later, I discover the EOD tech I'd been emailing for a work project is the same Marine from the wedding. And we'll be working together over the next couple of weeks.
Awkward.
Vince in real life is even more irresistible than the sexy stranger at the wedding.
Too bad it won't work. I have a rule: Don't date men in the military.
For good reason. Actually, two very big ones.
But maybe we can be friends with benefits?
Vince
After a few weeks of training, I'll be on leave — finally home in Newport for the holidays.
When I discover that I'll be spending time with Emma, the caterer from my brother's wedding, I'm intrigued. The one thing I can't resist is a puzzle and her behavior puzzles me.
But when someone breaks into her apartment, my interest grows into more than just a game. I want to protect her. I need to make sure she's safe.
I'm only in town for a short time, and she wants nothing to do with the military.
Can we make something work without it blowing up in our faces, leaving us both as casualties in the explosion?
If you like second-chance romances spiced with steam and suspense, read the Anchor Me series by USA Today bestselling author Lisa Carlisle. Navy SEALs, Marines, and hometown heroes — each who encounters his most complicated mission yet when a woman from his past challenges his plans for his future.
Emma
After my divorce, I was a hot mess. One night after catering a wedding, I ended up escaping reality for a little while with a hot Marine.
Six months later, I discover the EOD tech I'd been emailing for a work project is the same Marine from the wedding. And we'll be working together over the next couple of weeks.
Awkward.
Vince in real life is even more irresistible than the sexy stranger at the wedding.
Too bad it won't work. I have a rule: Don't date men in the military.
For good reason. Actually, two very big ones.
But maybe we can be friends with benefits?
Vince
After a few weeks of training, I'll be on leave — finally home in Newport for the holidays.
When I discover that I'll be spending time with Emma, the caterer from my brother's wedding, I'm intrigued. The one thing I can't resist is a puzzle and her behavior puzzles me.
But when someone breaks into her apartment, my interest grows into more than just a game. I want to protect her. I need to make sure she's safe.
I'm only in town for a short time, and she wants nothing to do with the military.
Can we make something work without it blowing up in our faces, leaving us both as casualties in the explosion?
If you like second-chance romances spiced with steam and suspense, read the Anchor Me series by USA Today bestselling author Lisa Carlisle. Navy SEALs, Marines, and hometown heroes — each who encounters his most complicated mission yet when a woman from his past challenges his plans for his future.
253 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 8, 2020
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Lisa Carlisle
161 books593 followersUSA Today bestselling author Lisa Carlisle loves stories with dark, brooding heroes or quirky outcasts. Her romances have been named Top Picks at Night Owl Reviews and The Romance Reviews.
When she was younger, she worked in a variety of jobs, moving to various countries. She was stationed in Okinawa while in the Marines, backpacked alone through Europe, and worked in Paris before returning to the U.S. She owned a bookstore for a few years as she loves to read. She’s married with two kids, two cats, and too many fish.
When she was younger, she worked in a variety of jobs, moving to various countries. She was stationed in Okinawa while in the Marines, backpacked alone through Europe, and worked in Paris before returning to the U.S. She owned a bookstore for a few years as she loves to read. She’s married with two kids, two cats, and too many fish.
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June 9, 2020
It all started with a cupcake catastrophe. Vince saved Emma from boisterous children while she was carrying a tray of cupcakes. They hook up the night of Vince’s brother’s wedding. Emma has a wonderful night and sneaks out the next morning leaving no note or phone number.
Vince is a marine staff sergeant. He works with EOD’s (Explosive Ordnance Disposal). As best man for his brother he meets a hot woman and they hook up. She leaves the next morning and he has no way to contact her.
Moving forward six months and Vince is back in his hometown of Newport, Rhode Island. He is participating in some training at the Naval War College. He has been corresponding with a coordinator at the college and setting up some lectures at local schools. He has been texting and writing to Emma for a few weeks. He would love to see Emma again but with his work and career as a Marine it can’t be serious. He lost a good friend to an IED.
Emma comes from a Military family. Her father led a double life cheating on her mother. Emma joined the Navy and got married. Her husband cheated on her and got the other woman pregnant. There are trust issues and military men are not for her.
These two could be more perfect for each other yet they both have issues. Their chemistry is off the charts but can they work things out? Can these two wounded warriors heal each other?
I love books where the settings and characters come alive. You feel like you know them and the richness of the descriptions gives you great imagery. This is what you get with a Lisa Carlisle book. I feel like I could go to Newport, Rhode Island. I would love to see the Naval War College. I so want a tour of the Breakers, an architectural masterpiece built by the Vanderbilt’s. When she describes walking on the beach you can almost smell the salty ocean air.
This was a good book. I enjoyed it.
June 29, 2020
As a veteran and a military wife for 18 years, this book really resonated with me.
This is the story of Vince and Emma.
Emma, like me, was a veteran and a military wife. Unfortunately, her marriage was not a good one. Her first marriage was a very real downside of many military marriages. It has left her with some understandably huge trust issues and her mantra of never dating a military man again.
Vince is the middle brother of the DeMarchis family. He is a career Marine. His job working with explosives, and losing members of his team has made him not want any type of long term, meaningful relationships.
Emma and Vince have an explosively steamy one night stand, and Emma runs after the fact. Fast forward six months later and they are both in each other's orbit again. The attraction flies and the more they spend time together, the more their relationship grows beyond the physical.
I could empathize with both Emma and Vince. Ms. Carlise is able to accurately tell a believable story. Feelings are relatable and real and that's coming from someone who has experiences like both of her characters!
This is the story of Vince and Emma.
Emma, like me, was a veteran and a military wife. Unfortunately, her marriage was not a good one. Her first marriage was a very real downside of many military marriages. It has left her with some understandably huge trust issues and her mantra of never dating a military man again.
Vince is the middle brother of the DeMarchis family. He is a career Marine. His job working with explosives, and losing members of his team has made him not want any type of long term, meaningful relationships.
Emma and Vince have an explosively steamy one night stand, and Emma runs after the fact. Fast forward six months later and they are both in each other's orbit again. The attraction flies and the more they spend time together, the more their relationship grows beyond the physical.
I could empathize with both Emma and Vince. Ms. Carlise is able to accurately tell a believable story. Feelings are relatable and real and that's coming from someone who has experiences like both of her characters!
June 8, 2020
Emma and Vince
The one-nighter she never does couldn't be the man she's assigned to work with. But, he is. The gorgeous, hot, funny--military man. No way. He's delighted. She, not so much. It was that last one that made it impossible. She did not date military men.
Vince was for sure glad to have a reason to see her again. He planned to find out why she was so resistant to go out with him. They'd had a great time and were good together. Then trouble hit. Someone broke into her apartment. She wasn't hurt but things could have been different. He wasn't going to let that happen.
A reason to be together at work and now to protect her. Time for him to be with her and to convince her not all military men made bad partners.
Could they have a future? Two people who knew about military life. This brother is different but just as strong, hot, and more than any could want. There is steam, emotion, and a great story.
Falling for both brothers is a reader's dream. And just think, there is one more!
The one-nighter she never does couldn't be the man she's assigned to work with. But, he is. The gorgeous, hot, funny--military man. No way. He's delighted. She, not so much. It was that last one that made it impossible. She did not date military men.
Vince was for sure glad to have a reason to see her again. He planned to find out why she was so resistant to go out with him. They'd had a great time and were good together. Then trouble hit. Someone broke into her apartment. She wasn't hurt but things could have been different. He wasn't going to let that happen.
A reason to be together at work and now to protect her. Time for him to be with her and to convince her not all military men made bad partners.
Could they have a future? Two people who knew about military life. This brother is different but just as strong, hot, and more than any could want. There is steam, emotion, and a great story.
Falling for both brothers is a reader's dream. And just think, there is one more!
June 8, 2020
Emma was a young woman who had been brought up by a military father who lied to his family and then married a man like her father. She realized she had issues, so when she meets a cute guy at a wedding she is catering she thought she could spend time with him and never see him again. His name was Vince and he was a Demolitions Marine home on leave for his brother's wedding. But 6 months later she is working at the base. organizing the speaking engagements for Vince without knowing it and is shocked when she turns and sees he is the one speaking to her. She insists that she doesn't want to date or get into a relationship, Vince is good with that because he is only there for his training and to spend the holidays with his family. They cannot seem to stay away from each other, but their fears stand in their way, and begins to tell on them both. Romance. Nice storyline. I was given an ARC from the author without obligations. I am providing an honest review.
November 5, 2020
Very little real drama , too much tell and not enough to show
Based on the description, I was expecting something a little more intense. I read the first book in rhe series and, while it suffered from the same problems, it was sufficiently compelling enough did me to finish it. I was a little leery about this one but the blurb drew me in. Unfortunately it was very deceptive. Forget about the break ins. There is one, and it’s dealt with completely off screen. As is most of the rest of the action. Even the big climax at the end isn’t a climax at all, as neither of the two protagonists are involved at all. This book is almost entirely a “will they, won’t they”.....and way too much of that is vacillating back and forth in internal monologue. If you like a book that meanders around without ever getting too intense (or intense at all), this is probably a good choice for you.
Based on the description, I was expecting something a little more intense. I read the first book in rhe series and, while it suffered from the same problems, it was sufficiently compelling enough did me to finish it. I was a little leery about this one but the blurb drew me in. Unfortunately it was very deceptive. Forget about the break ins. There is one, and it’s dealt with completely off screen. As is most of the rest of the action. Even the big climax at the end isn’t a climax at all, as neither of the two protagonists are involved at all. This book is almost entirely a “will they, won’t they”.....and way too much of that is vacillating back and forth in internal monologue. If you like a book that meanders around without ever getting too intense (or intense at all), this is probably a good choice for you.
December 19, 2024
I loved Vince: Book 2 of Anchor Me. Vince had quite a one night stand the day of the wedding. e has not stopped thinking about Emma since. There is no place for a woman in a Marine's life it will only bring her heart ache with all the deployments and the not knowing. He and his siblings saw it in their mother growing up. Emma wants nothing to do with service men, she had enough bad experiences with her father and her ex husband who got another girl pregnant, but a one night stand can't go wrong right? Months later she comes face to face with the Marine who she's been emailing and will be taking to speeches. Imagine her surprise when it’s her one night stand. He looks so much better in his uniform than he did that night in a tux. I loved the story and the characters. I would definitely recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 16, 2020
Angelo's brother Vince had quite a one night stand the day of Angelo's wedding. So much so, that he has not stopped thinking about Emma since.. That's not like him though, there is no place for a woman in a Marine's life it will only bring her heart ache with all the deployments and the not knowing.....He and his siblings saw it in their mother growing up.
Emma wants nothing to do with service men, she had enough bad experiences with her father and her ex husband who got another girl pregnant, but a one night stand can't go wrong right? Months later she comes face to face with the Marine who she's been emailing and will be taking to speeches and who do you think is in her sites? Man oh man, he looks so much better in his uniform than he did that night in a tux
Does Vince want another go with the woman who has been haunting his dreams and will Emma give Vince a second chance?
Emma wants nothing to do with service men, she had enough bad experiences with her father and her ex husband who got another girl pregnant, but a one night stand can't go wrong right? Months later she comes face to face with the Marine who she's been emailing and will be taking to speeches and who do you think is in her sites? Man oh man, he looks so much better in his uniform than he did that night in a tux
Does Vince want another go with the woman who has been haunting his dreams and will Emma give Vince a second chance?
April 12, 2021
I did like this book, I thought it was very sweet, and I really liked Vince. He was so humble and caring and all around a great character. I really liked Emma too, she was a strong individual and was a very hard worker. She was guarded and had wounds from her previous relationship making it hard for her to trust Vince and open up to him, but Vince was very patient with her and showed her how genuine of a guy he really is, which I really liked. Their relationship was really sweet and you could see that they really cared for each other.
I really did enjoy their book, I was hoping for a little more 'pizzazz' if you will, or something in the storyline to make these two characters click even more. I think there were a few opportunities in the book where this could have happened, I think that would have made the story and the characters even better.
I really did enjoy their book, I was hoping for a little more 'pizzazz' if you will, or something in the storyline to make these two characters click even more. I think there were a few opportunities in the book where this could have happened, I think that would have made the story and the characters even better.
December 18, 2024
Vince is a breathtaking holiday romance with a marine. I didn’t want to set this book down until I read the last page of the book. I was completely captivated from beginning to end. This book has a marvelous plot, wonderful characters, and a breathtaking outcome which I wasn’t expecting. Author Lisa Carlisle continues to show me what an incredible author, storyteller and writer she is with each book that I have read by her so far. The characters are well developed and beautifully executed throughout the story. The chemistry between the main characters is quite undeniably irresistible. I would HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a fun holiday romance to read that has charm and suspense.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 10, 2020
I am absolutely loving this series about strong alpha military men and the woman that tame them This is Vince's story
He met a woman and had a one night fling with her at his brothers wedding and then they went their separate ways but now he has been assigned a job in his home town and who will he be working with but non other than Emma his one night fling Now he wants to make it so much more but Emma not so much He has one thing that makes him unsuitable he is military and she doesn't date military After all her military father cheated on her mother and broke her heart and she had her own heart broken by a cheating military man Can Vince convince her that he isn't like the men she has met before and that he is the one for her.
He met a woman and had a one night fling with her at his brothers wedding and then they went their separate ways but now he has been assigned a job in his home town and who will he be working with but non other than Emma his one night fling Now he wants to make it so much more but Emma not so much He has one thing that makes him unsuitable he is military and she doesn't date military After all her military father cheated on her mother and broke her heart and she had her own heart broken by a cheating military man Can Vince convince her that he isn't like the men she has met before and that he is the one for her.
June 7, 2020
Omg! Another page-turner right from the get-go! I love second chance stories & Ms. Carlisle did NOT disappoint with “VINCE” from the ‘Second Chance Navy SEAL’ Romance series. With a fresh plot, a relatable H/h & great secondary characters, as well as witty dialogue from Vince & Emma, they still have chemistry but is it enough to work out after all these years, this second time around? ... I never write spoilers or copy blurbs, and even tho I volunteered to read this, it was without any outside influences & I do buy kindle books whenever I can. So yes, I honestly do recommend this to 18+ adult fans of fiction & can’t wait for more! :D
January 1, 2023
A Marine you can love and trust!
Enjoyed this story of Vince and Emma. They both had relationship issues, but the heart wants what it wants, and time, trust, and true love can heal old wounds. I hated that Emma let that crappy ex-husband Peter's text add to her insecurities. She shouldn't have even acknowledged his message. Anyway, she and Vince both realized their love for each other was worth pursuing and holding on to. They truly deserve a happy ever after. I am excited to get to Matty's story and watch how quickly he falls for his woman.
Enjoyed this story of Vince and Emma. They both had relationship issues, but the heart wants what it wants, and time, trust, and true love can heal old wounds. I hated that Emma let that crappy ex-husband Peter's text add to her insecurities. She shouldn't have even acknowledged his message. Anyway, she and Vince both realized their love for each other was worth pursuing and holding on to. They truly deserve a happy ever after. I am excited to get to Matty's story and watch how quickly he falls for his woman.
June 6, 2020
I thought that this was a really good read. Vince and Emma are appealing characters that share great chemistry. I found this couple's story very interesting and its high level of emotional turmoil made it very dramatic and engaging. While attraction and desire are not a problem for the pair, big emotional baggage and real life certainly are. I felt that this was an all around excellent romance. I am posting a frank, volitional review.
June 9, 2020
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book.
This is the second book in the Anchor Me series, it can be read as a standalone story.
I really enjoyed this second chance marine romance, the chemistry between Emma and Vince is sizzling and immediate. I really liked both Emma and Vince as characters, they are well developed and incredibly likable. The storyline is fast-paced with plenty of drama and action. Highly entertaining, I can't wait for the next book.
This is the second book in the Anchor Me series, it can be read as a standalone story.
I really enjoyed this second chance marine romance, the chemistry between Emma and Vince is sizzling and immediate. I really liked both Emma and Vince as characters, they are well developed and incredibly likable. The storyline is fast-paced with plenty of drama and action. Highly entertaining, I can't wait for the next book.
June 10, 2020
A riveting second chance romance and book two in the Anchor Me series! It is a well written, interesting, and passionate read that moves along at a brisk pace. The drama, witty banter, emotional turmoil, ups and downs, and amazing secondary characters make this the book not to miss.
The characters are likeable and well written; their chemistry is off the charts. Definitely recommended!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The characters are likeable and well written; their chemistry is off the charts. Definitely recommended!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 30, 2020
One night but more
One doesn’t want a relationship and one doesn’t want one with military men....but over the course of this book they both decide they were wrong.
A cute story that intertwined their last experiences and concerns with their personal and professional jobs. The writing was vivid and well developed. The relationships and family dynamics were engaging and had me laughing or cheering for them along the way.
A sweet military romance and series!
One doesn’t want a relationship and one doesn’t want one with military men....but over the course of this book they both decide they were wrong.
A cute story that intertwined their last experiences and concerns with their personal and professional jobs. The writing was vivid and well developed. The relationships and family dynamics were engaging and had me laughing or cheering for them along the way.
A sweet military romance and series!
July 29, 2020
Vince and Emma had one unforgettable night after meeting at his brother's wedding that she catered. Now that they are assigned to work together she's fighting her attraction to him and he's ready for something more. When problems arise for Emma with an ex, Vince goes into protective mode. I loved the chemistry between Vince and Emma and how no matter how much she fought it their attraction to each other pulled them together. Great writing and likable characters make this a must read.
June 6, 2020
Fantastic story! Characters that will steal your heart. A storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat and glued to your kindle! For me it was a love- hate deal as the characters face their demons. You will feel their emotions and struggles. A definite must read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 10, 2020
The second book in the Anchor Me series a well written story with a very good storyline. This is Vince DeMarchis and divorcee Emma Bradford's story, there is suspense, drama, and romance. I want to read Matty's story. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 11, 2020
I just loved this! The main characters had extraordinary chemistry and although they said they couldn’t be together they just can’t seem to stay apart! Tons of emotions, drama, romance and turmoil, it’s also witty and entertaining, so will they get their HEA? I recommend you read this and find out,you won’t be disappointed!
June 12, 2020
Do yourself a favor: Get. This. Book.
It is worth every penny.
This story is really well written, has characters that are created with tantalizing depth and a captivating story line.
It grabs you right from the start keeping you engrossed and turning page after page throughout the whole book!
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
It is worth every penny.
This story is really well written, has characters that are created with tantalizing depth and a captivating story line.
It grabs you right from the start keeping you engrossed and turning page after page throughout the whole book!
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 13, 2020
This was a good story with a well put together story line and well developed characters. Vince and Emma go well together and have a great chemistry together. I found the couple interesting and their emotional turmoil made the story engaging and dramatic. I enjoyed reading this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 1, 2020
An entertaining second chance at love story. The story flows well, the characters fit well together and have amazing chemistry. This is the story of Vince and Emma and they love story to a happily every after. This is the second book in this series and I will be on the lookout for more.
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June 11, 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed
Vice is a marine bomb expert. Staying single is what he feels is best with the risks involved in his job. What he doesn't expect is a chance meeting with one of the caterers at his brother's wedding. What happens is a night neither can forget. What they don't expect is to see each other again at work.
Vice is a marine bomb expert. Staying single is what he feels is best with the risks involved in his job. What he doesn't expect is a chance meeting with one of the caterers at his brother's wedding. What happens is a night neither can forget. What they don't expect is to see each other again at work.
December 14, 2024
Emma and Vince light up the pages. Their story is a fantastic military romance. Emma is resistant to a relationship, that Vince truly wants with her. This is a refreshing story that was a joy to read! I really did Love It!!! I Recommend! No Spoilers!.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 3, 2020
Vince and Emma are reunited after one night together. Emma's past holds her back. The nature of Vince's job holds him back. Can the magic of New Year's Eve bring them back together?
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 6, 2020
This book had me hooked from the first page. I loved the characters and the story. I will by looking for more reads from this author.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 12, 2020
I loved getting to know Vince and enjoyed how well the storyline flowed. The characters are well developed and engaging with plenty of chemistry throughout the pages.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 18, 2020
Vince meets Emma at a wedding while she is helping out. Cupcake mayhem and a lot of alliteration ensues. A great second book in the series. I love Vince he is such a badazz. A must read. Can’t wait for the next book!
January 3, 2021
Emma and Vince one night stand turns to friendship that makes them both realize they care and love each other. Going through both their demons and reasons to figure out that they do belong to each other.
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